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Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que
Subsidiary
Industry Restaurant
Headquarters Long Beach, California
Number of locations
24
Area served
California, Arizona, Nevada
Key people
Craig Hofman (Founder)
Parent Hof's Hut

Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que is a popular chain of restaurants. It started in Signal Hill, California. This restaurant chain is famous for its delicious barbecue food. They also serve tasty meals inspired by Southern and Cajun cooking styles.

The restaurants have a fun theme. They are decorated to look like places in the Southern United States. You will also hear Blues music playing. Lucille's has many locations across different states. You can find them in California, Arizona, and Nevada. The Hofman Hospitality Group owns this restaurant chain.

What is Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que?

Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que is a restaurant where you can enjoy classic American barbecue. It was founded by Craig Hofman. The first restaurant opened its doors in Signal Hill, California. Since then, it has grown into a well-known chain.

The Food Style

The main food at Lucille's is barbecue. This means meat cooked slowly over smoke. They also offer dishes from the Southern United States. These include things like fried chicken and collard greens. You can also find some spicy Cajun-style meals. Cajun food comes from Louisiana and often uses bold flavors.

Restaurant Theme and Atmosphere

When you walk into a Lucille's restaurant, you will notice its special theme. The decor makes you feel like you are in the Southern United States. There are often details that remind you of old-fashioned smokehouses. The music played is usually Blues. This type of music is a big part of Southern culture. It helps create a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Where Can You Find Lucille's?

Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que has many restaurants. They are mostly located in the western part of the United States.

States with Locations

You can find Lucille's restaurants in three different states:

As of recently, there are 24 Lucille's locations. This means many people can enjoy their barbecue and Southern dishes.

Who Owns Lucille's?

Lucille's Smokehouse Bar-B-Que is part of a larger company. It is owned by the Hofman Hospitality Group. This group also owns other restaurants, like Hof's Hut. Being part of a bigger company helps Lucille's grow and serve more customers.

See also

  • Hof's Hut
  • List of barbecue restaurants
  • List of Cajun restaurants
  • List of Southern restaurants

References

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