Wood Ranch

Wood Ranch draws in a considerable amount of tourists, but Emily Wagner loves to go despite the crowds. “My kids go nuts there, and I can’t deny them their barbecue chicken sandwich.” Indeed, the restaurant is as family-oriented as it is American—baby back ribs, aged steaks, loaded baked potatoes, and other slow-roasted staples are served in no-fuss booths and tables on which barbecue sauce is the only centerpiece. Diner-style kids’ menus provide pint-sized portions and games.