The wine list is large and there are about twice as many reds as whites, which makes sense I guess. Just like mom used to make during family and neighborhood get-togethers in the backyard. Only this time we got to order from a long and varied menu of items and we could have dessert even if we didn't finish our vegetables. This chicken, ribs, and steak-lover's place is in Mission Valley, just off Interstate 8 on Camino del Rio South. This is coming from someone who often shies away from a lot of meat, but that night was worth every delicious bite.
Portions are generous.
We thought we had ordered enough for a large family, yet somehow we managed to clear most of our plates. The list of irresistible flavorful sauces includes sweet and tangy, regular barbecue, hot barbecue, poultry and meat basting and teriyaki. The tried and true favorite, ever since Love's first restaurant opened in the San Fernando Valley 35 years ago, is the honey glaze. Known as the Original or Famous Baby Back Ribs, this recipe belonged to J. Dan Love's father. History runs deep even at the Mission Valley restaurant.