You'll find tri-tip in metro Detroit, mostly pre-seasoned or seasoned Santa Maria-style, at Kroger, Meijer and Costco. Whole roasts from 2 to 3 pounds are priced from $8.59 to $10.99 per pound.

Throughout 2025 I’ll be searching out the best tri-tip on the West Coast, starting from the south in San Diego and working my way up to its birthplace in the Santa Maria Valley and points north.

Tri-tip is a cut of beef you occasionally see as a special on Texas barbecue joint menus. But it's big in California. By J.C. Reid , Correspondent March 8, 2025 ...

1. Combine oil, salt, pepper, garlic, chile powder and paprika in a small bowl to form a paste. Spread evenly onto all surfaces of beef tri-tip roast. Let sit in a gallon zip-lock for a couple ...