The BBQ Yard

5
(11 reviews)
Last updated: May 23, 2025
Website
626-709-5855
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About The Business

The BBQ Yard presents itself as a destination for learning the art of barbecue and grilling. The business focuses on providing hands-on cooking classes designed for individuals interested in improving their skills in preparing smoked and grilled foods. Classes cover various techniques and recipes within the scope of barbecue.

The curriculum includes different types of single-session classes, such as those focusing on backyard barbecue fundamentals, competition-style cooking, sausage making, and grilling techniques. These classes are structured to provide practical experience, allowing participants to engage directly with the cooking process under guidance. The business also offers options for private events, including corporate team-building activities.

The classes are typically conducted by experienced instructors, including recognized pitmasters. The sessions are several hours long, aiming to provide a comprehensive learning experience in a single visit. The pricing for these classes varies depending on the specific topic and duration.

Location & Hours

The BBQ Yard

1050 Lakes Dr, West Covina, 91790

626-709-5855

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Hours
Mon
9AM-5PM
Tue
9AM-5PM
Wed
9AM-5PM
Thu
9AM-5PM
Fri
9AM-5PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

Additional Information

Class types:

Corporate events, Team-building, Unspecified

Age groups:

Adults

Skill level:

All levels

Class themes:

BBQ/Grilling

Class sizes:

Unspecified

Participation types:

Hands-on

Teacher credentials:

Professional Chef

Class types:

Cooking class

Class duration:

One-day intensive

BYOB allowed?

Not allowed

The BBQ Yard Reviews

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Avoid Gather & Forge – My Experience with Their Private Chef Services

September 12, 2025

I don’t usually write negative reviews, but I wanted to share my experience in case it helps someone else avoid the same mistake.

I hired Gather & Forge well in advance to provide a great private dining experience for guests I had flown in from across the country—two nights in a row. Both nights were a letdown.

The chef showed up 45 minutes to an hour late each night.

The food wasn’t hot. It came out lukewarm or even cool.

The quality of the meal didn’t justify the price. Honestly, I’d say the value was maybe 60% of what we paid.

I gave them plenty of chances to make it right, but they had no interest in doing so. As much as I think Brandon (the chef) worked hard, the overall service just didn’t live up to the cost or the expectations.

Bottom line: Gather & Forge is overpriced, underdelivers, and doesn’t seem to care about customer satisfaction. I really wanted this to be a great experience, but I would never use them again and highly discourage anyone from booking them for private chef services.

Clay

Fabulous venue for events & Italian cooking classes!

August 25, 2025

Our BYOB wine group had an amazing experience Saturday night at A Taste of Milan in the Southside with Chef Sidney and Katie! We learned how to make home made pasta and enjoyed her family recipes handed down from generations! Truly beyond 5 stars and it was a magical evening! Thank you Sidney and Katie

Kim Marie Angiulli