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Felix’s BBQ With Soul
Felix’s BBQ With Soul in Oceanside
Passion, Perseverance and Soul – common threads found amongst virtually all truly great restaurants. Felix’s BBQ with Soul whole heartedly embodies all three. Felix’s incredibly soulful southern style menu elevates and refines BBQ in a way that exceeds all expectations. … In 2008, amidst the recession, Felix’s BBQ in Oceanside California was born. Inspired by his dear friend Ruth, who reminded him of his mother and owned a restaurant called “Ruth’s Place” in Santa Ana, Felix Berry took a risk and opened his very first restaurant – Felix’s BBQ with Soul. … From their warm family-style vibe to their wildly popular Catfish, Mac and Cheese and Fried Chicken dishes (to name just a few), it’s no surprise that what started amidst a recession 10 years ago has expanded to two locations (Oceanside and Lake Elsinore) and an ever-growing catering business. … Behind the success of Felix’s BBQ is not just a great man with a great story, but an even greater culture. Felix believes that the service industry has a “higher calling” and that the real joy of the business comes from making a difference in people’s day to day lives. This doesn’t just apply to his customers but also his staff. … As Felix’s continues to grow, their involvement in the community also naturally grows with them. From their support of the Women’s Resource Center to local schools and churches, the list is too long (and getting longer) to count. You can be sure that giving back to the community will always be a top priority for a restaurant like Felix’s where one of its core values centers around the difference it can make in people's day to day lives.”
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Restaurant website: https://www.felixsbbq.com/
Rebecca Riley is a writer and filmmaker who lives in North County San Diego.