Wood Ranch
Wood Ranch
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About Wood Ranch
Wood Ranch is a Southern California-based restaurant chain renowned for its premium-casual dining experience. It offers a diverse menu that emphasizes high-quality, made-from-scratch dishes. Founded in 1992 by Eric Anders and Ofer Shemtov, it began with a single location in Moorpark, California. The company has since expanded to multiple locations across the region.
The menu at Wood Ranch features a variety of American cuisine, including signature items such as pork ribs, brisket, beef steaks, burgers, fresh fish, and chicken. These dishes are crafted using fresh, high-quality ingredients to ensure a satisfying dining experience.
In addition to its main offerings, Wood Ranch provides a selection of innovative and healthy salads, appetizers, and homemade desserts. This variety caters to a wide range of tastes and dietary preferences.
To enhance the dining experience, Wood Ranch offers full bar service with a curated selection of beverages that complement its menu. The restaurant provides convenient take-out and catering services, making it suitable for both casual dining and special events. Families benefit from a children’s menu with options tailored to younger guests.
In response to evolving market demands and rising operational costs, Wood Ranch introduced a new concept called WR Kitchen & Bar. This hybrid model features a smaller footprint and a streamlined ordering system, allowing for quicker service and a more efficient dining experience.
The WR Kitchen & Bar format retains approximately 80% of the original menu, including popular items like wood-fired tri-tip, ribs, pulled pork, brisket, chicken, and salmon. It also introduces new offerings such as tacos with choices of brisket, pulled pork, smoked steelhead trout, or roasted chicken.
Locations
As of July 2025, Wood Ranch operates 10 locations across Southern California. Each location offers a welcoming atmosphere, attentive service, and a commitment to delivering high-quality meals synonymous with the Wood Ranch brand.
- Los Angeles, CA
- Burbank, CA
- Corona, CA
- Anaheim, CA
- Manhattan Beach, CA
- Stevenson Ranch, CA
- Ventura, CA
- Cerritos, CA
- Agoura Hills, CA
- San Diego, CA