50 Best Barbeque Restaurants in Indianapolis

“I ordered 2 pans of rib tips and potato salad for a birthday party. They were prompt with my order and the guests loved the ribs! They couldn't stop talking about the way they were cut and tender. I was equally impressed by the potato salad because everyone doesn't make it the same way. I will be returning soon“

“This business is a hidden treasure. The food is AMAZING. The woman up front is SO sweet. I give it 10 out of 5 haha“

“Was in the area with a friend, so we googled food near us, and this place came up with some amazing reviews. Place is legit with some perfectly smoked meats, delicious variety of sauces, and some great customer service. Got the opportunity to chat with CJ and her husband, the two owners. Two great people with a great backstory, full of dedication and grind. Highly recommend the pulled pork, rib tips, and brisket. I hope one of you two see this, I genuinely had a great time and experience today. You two should be super proud.“

“Had three of us for lunch and everything we had was outstanding! The Ribs, Pulled Pork, chicken, greens, bbq beans, nachos, Mac n cheese were all goodness! BBQ done right at City BBQ, no doubt, real deal. The swine wine sauce is good on anything, even a shoe! I bought 3 bottles! Oh, and the hand cut fries I added on as an additional side were money too!“

“Amazing food, words can’t even describe it really. Owner only buys fresh and makes all desserts from scratch. Staff is incredibly friendly, building is so clean. Plenty of dining space too! Absolutely recommend coming here“

“We tried @halfliter_bbq in #Indianapolis, and this is what we rated them. A couple of things first. It was their Octoberfest, so they were very busy. Even with that, the food was out in 6 minutes! Brisket 8.5. Bark was very good, and the meat fell apart. Pork 7.8. Smoked well, was just dry Chicken Breast 8.8 Best thing we tried here for sure. Smoked wings 6.5. Very good flavor, but it was super dry Turkey. 7.9. Thick and smoked well, just a little to dry for us Sausage 8.0. Good flavor with a little heat Also, the pickled onions were outstanding. If you are in Indy, I would definitely check it out. Check out more reviews on Insta at JoeAndJrkFoodReviews“

“As a native Texan I can attest to the authenticity of-even to the excellence of-the brisket and the corned beef served by Hank’s.
There is no need for sauce .
It was that moist!
I’m so very happy to brag on this exceptional product and the native Texan who shared it with those north of the panhandle .
Thank you Church Hill. I can hardly wait for more!😋
. From A satisfied friend and customer from Chickenfeather Texas
If they offered six stars, I’d give you that rating.“

“I haven’t been to Big Walt’s since I was in my teens I remember when he first opened. Surprisingly the food is still good like it was back then…eating this food felt so nostalgic. The customer service was great, they smiled and made small talk with me. I noticed they allowed a lot of businesses to put their flyers and business cards up I thought that was really nice support of the local entrepreneurs. I asked for a 10 piece bbq and buffalo wing light sauce and it was great. Also got a personal meat lovers with extra sauce, sausage and cheese. It was really good but Ima have to ask them for more than that on my next visit I like my pizza loaded on some Xtrodinary pizza type…I would’ve gave them 5 stars but I think the owner should add more lights out front and security at night. As a woman alone I didn’t feel safe going in with so many random men standing outside. I noticed another woman who looked nervous as well and she repositioned her truck to be right in front of the door. I seriously contemplated on leaving my order…We want good food but we want to feel safe as well.

Ps. I’m not quite sure how my order came up to over $30 if the wings are .89 cent a piece and a personal all meat is $8??? I normally tip but it seems like they added it for me so I didn’t, next time I will get my receipt“

“Shout out to City Barbecue for catering the wedding reception held at our home last night!! Great food….awesome server!! It was fantastic!!“

“A wonderful time on my 74th birthday with family and friends food was great service was great recommended highly“

“Best brisket I've ever had from a restaurant! And thats saying something because I've had BBQ from Texas! Ordered to go the night of the thunderstorm and hubby picked up. Order finished on time, and they also gave us some banana pudding for our babies!! Just so friendly! Food lasted for two days with 4 adults and 2 babies! Got 1/2 pound brisket and 1/2 pound of pulled pork w/ 2 sides and buns(and the pudding)!! Can't wait to go back, but definitely want to eat out next time!“

“Great experience with hot pot lots of options. Great food good service.“

“I went for the first time today and got the hot lamb plate. Absolutely delicious. The lamb is seasoned well and tender, the bread was great, and the dipping sauce was on point. The yams were also delicious. The man running the spot was cool, too. Definitely pop in for a meal that won't let you down. I'll have to go back to try the ribs.“

“Delicious food and friendly staff!“

“Visited tonight and had the ribs and the barbecue chicken quesadilla. Both were sublime. The ribs were smoky and tender, and the sauce was delicious. The chicken in the quesadilla was perfectly cooked and paired well with the Chipotle sauce. Loved it all“

“Amazing quality food, the best Mac and cheese bowls around and all around great vibe.“

“OMG FOOD IS AMAZING RIBS MELT IN YOUR MOUTH DEFINITELY GOING BACK BETTER THAN KING RIBS AND BARBECUE HEAVEN“

“I believe it's the best barbecue in the city barbecue rib tips shrimp combo basket is totally on point“

“David was top shelf and I could tell he was very passionate about his work. He did an excellent job and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for grill maintenance. He was very detailed in answering all of my questions. My grill hasn’t looked this good since the day I got it!“

“Best Soul Food in the state of Indiana!?Grilled Cajun Catfish,mac & cheese,collard greens,customer service???“

“Come see Jessie at the Indianapolis location! We came back three days in a row while we were here!“

“The service was excellent, knowledgeable, and friendly, The food was absolutely wonderful, and the amount of food for the price was a literal feast. Would recommend, will be returning!“

“**Delicious BBQ and Great Service at 317 BBQ!** 317 BBQ is a must-visit for amazing food and top-notch service. The deviled eggs and brisket are hands down my favorites—so flavorful and cooked to perfection every time! Nicholas always makes our experience even better with his friendly attitude and great service. Whether you’re a BBQ fan or just looking for a great meal, 317 BBQ never disappoints. Highly recommend!“

“I did not take a picture with the food was really good“

“Let me start by saying...WOW! This place is by far one of the best and most authentic Barbecue joints this side of Beale Street. The ribs are tender and swimming in a sauce so good it can only be handmade. The sides leave nothing to want for and the staff is just as sweet as the sweet potato pie. Hands down the best place for ribs in the state, they must animals volunteering to lay on that smoker because they know a pit master when they see one! 10/10“

“I recently visited His Place Eatery while in Indianapolis and decided to try something a little different — the grilled collard greens and cheese sandwich with sweet potatoes, plus an additional side of collard greens.

The collard greens grilled cheese is a great and creative concept. My only concern was that the greens were a bit too juicy, which made the sandwich soggy. Because of that, it’s probably not something I would order again personally.

That said, the food overall was very tasty, and the flavors were on point. The collard greens and sweet potatoes were well-seasoned and enjoyable. I appreciate the creativity and soul put into the dishes.

The atmosphere felt relaxed and welcoming, making it a good spot if you're craving traditional comfort food.

I'll most definitely revisit and try other items on the menu!

✨ Savor with Tonya — Finding the dishes worth the drive.“

“Everything was good tried the turkey ribs 🔥🔥, brisket sandwich, fried green tomatoes, baked beans, cornbread and mac n cheese. I will definitely be back!! Clean & friendly staff that greats you when you enter.🖤🖤🙌🏾“

“The BEST PORK ON BUN IN INDY!! There BBQ sauce goes so well with the salty, well seasoned meat. I've been going there for YEARS! I intend on going sometime this week as well. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. They PACK their SOFT BUNS full of that FATTY GOODNESS! The meat overFLOWS way beyond the huge bun. I easily get TWO servings out of one sandwich.“

“Went there for lunch and offered two small rib tip dinners. One spicy one mild and sizes were green bean and Mac n cheese/ potato salad and baked beans. Oh and a slice of chess pie. The rib tips were plentiful and nice size. The sauce was spicy but not overly. Mac and cheese was creamier than cheesy. I liked it my girl said it tasted like stovetop. The green beans were alright could have had a lil bit more seasoning tho. Baked beans were out the can with some brown sugar. The chess pie was good but I'm used to sweeter versions. All in all 40 bucks spent well.“

“We were looking for pizza delivery and found this little gem by chance. It arrived hot and fast! We tried the Big Boy and the Taco Pizza - both were delicious! We rarely order food but this will be our new go-to, for sure! The service was also too-notch; very friendly people!!“

“Krystal is the best! Always full of positive energy and hospitality, one of the best to do it! I love this bar, great food, good laughs, alternative music!“

“We had a wonderful dinner. The steak was cooked to rare consistency which my husband loved. My salmon was juicy and the rice was the bees knees. Our waitress was kind and attentive. We had a wonderful dinner and would visit this location again.“

“Great new place to eat, grab a beer, watch a game. Super friendly bartender Byron! Highly recommended“

“We held our October 2022 wedding ceremony and reception at Liter House and loved the experience! Drew and the whole event staff were helpful, kind, and easy to work with. We loved our brunch reception with delicious breakfast food and classic Sahm’s coffee cake. The event space is warm, inviting, and the right size to host lots of different types of weddings or gatherings. Also, the location is perfect - the Monon trail is a gorgeous place for pictures and features a lot of cool artwork/murals. I definitely recommend checking out Liter House for your event!“

“I’ve been here a few times and the food doesn’t disappoint. I did have a disappointing experience today with our bill however. There was an extra meal charged on our bill which I brought to our servers attention. When she returned, I found that instead of voiding and printing a corrected bill, she ran a credit charge for the overage. This meant I had to pay the higher incorrect charge and wait (from what I understand) a couple 3-4 days for the credit to return to my card. I don’t feel it appropriate that the customer pay for the billing error then have to wait for a refund. I did let them know I wasn’t happy about it. I will be watching that I do receive this credit. It also put a bad taste in my mouth about returning anytime soon.“

“The restaurant was clean and inviting BUT be prepared to wait in line. I stood in line for 30 minutes with only 3 people ahead of me.. It’s only one person taking orders and payments, preparing the orders.. also make sure you go at least an 2 hours before the restaurant closes they run out of food.. I got there 730pm and oxtail among other items was sold out.“

“Tonight we had dinner for my husbands birthday. Our waitress, Brandi, was incredible. Extremely efficient, friendly, and funny. She refilled drinks without being asked. Wasn’t intrusive but always there if we needed anything. Just an extremely kind, fun person. She made our evening!!!“

“We have eaten at Eating Fresh a few times now and each time it has been a great experience! The food is fresh, presented beautifully and so delicious. Each time the experience has been wonderful. I would highly recommend it. The ambience and the dining room is lovely. If you want a great experience eating Vietnamese food, dim sum, and pho, this is your place.“

“Very busy night, at the restaurant. The food is always good, waiter mixed up my order, but I'll give that a pass, I always order extra, and staff sometimes think I'm changing my mind, but 3 appetizers is my norm. No I don't est them all but I'm a taster.“

“Let me start by saying...WOW! This place is by far one of the best and most authentic Barbecue joints this side of Beale Street. The ribs are tender and swimming in a sauce so good it can only be handmade. The sides leave nothing to want for and the staff is just as sweet as the sweet potato pie. Hands down the best place for ribs in the state, they must animals volunteering to lay on that smoker because they know a pit master when they see one! 10/10“

“Always a blast. New favorite hangout.“

“The reason I went to this place, our company was invited to a clients appreciation event by a realtor. The spot that the organizers were assigned was half of the restaurant. Although there was a huge turnout, especially on a day when Chicago cubs are playing, the guests with small children were reasonably comfortable. The host and servers were very attentive. I wish I remember their names! Awesome team! Someone is in-charge of going back and forth to make sure the food was well-replenished. I was part of the organizer and they were very pleasant and helped me every step of the way. Apart from their awesome customer service, their food was excellent. Their briskets, pork and beef, are tender, juicy, and delicious. Chicago hotdog lived up to its expectations. It was one of the most replenished dish. Will surely visit again as a guest. If you love good food, great customer service and expect a full ensemble of boisterous atmosphere, this is the place for you.“

“kori is the best server ever!!! please request her!!!! 💣. com“

“Watch out for the spicy if you don't like spicy!!! Food was good and made quickly. Great for a date night. This wasn't super expensive. It was brought out to the table. The dishes it's served in are nicer than to go containers. A lot of plastic still but reusable. Side dishes were really good.“

“Food was well-prepared...those of us who selected salmon found it to be cooked to perfection...it was not over or undercooked; our hostess with attentive and handled exceptions/customizations perfectly. My guests expressed Weber was a great choice.“

“foods fire. they treat customers like family they haven't seen in a while. just wanna feed ya. very professional environment.“

“My Food was Super Good and Seasoned Very Well. Great Customer Service from The Chef "G", Nice And Clean Environment, with a Verity of Dessert's and Drinks to Chose From. I tried The Strawberry Banana Pudding. I'm Definitely Coming Back. Famous Steak & Lemonde Excepts( E.B.T). They are Helping Families Eat Who are on A Budget.“

“My Wife and I make this a regular date night spot. The stuffed white cheddar mushrooms and the Parmesan crusted chicken are amazing. Top notch tender ribeye as well. The service is always amazing and I can’t say enough good things about this place“

“Food is good, if you like your steak medium, order medium well.“