Best ribs I've ever had in my life. The staff is super friendly and welcoming, and the interior is sparse but nice and clean. It is obvious in his demeanor and the quality of the food that Ben is doing what he was put on Earth to do. The pulled pork is great, the coleslaw is flavorful, the peach cobbler hits the spot, But the ribs? Transcendent. My dad kept a list of his favorite ribs. Ben's would've taken the top spot. Get there early, because they'll run out. It's worth the wait. read more

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Ben's BBQ Shack absolutely lives up to the hype. The brisket was outstanding--tender and packed with flavor. But the real sleeper hit was the pork belly. I almost skipped it, and I'm so glad I didn't. It was incredible. The BBQ sauce deserves a shoutout too. It has the perfect balance of sweet and savory with just enough vinegary tang to keep you coming back for another bite. The peach cobbler crisp was really good and the slaw was well seasoned. My only hope is that they get some more sides in the future like fries & Mac n cheese. But meat is the real MVP. One piece of advice: get there early. They just opened their new restaurant and are still figuring out how much food to prepare each day, and they were completely sold out before 2 p.m. That's a good problem to have! Show up hungry because you'll want to try everything. Be patient as they are figuring this out and have huge crowds. We waited in line for about 40 minutes and it was well worth it. On top of all that, the prices are very reasonable for the quality of the BBQ. Ben is a blast to talk to, and his staff is genuinely friendly and welcoming. You can tell they care about both the food and the people walking through the door. I'll definitely be back. Best BBQ I've had in Indiana. read more

Native Texan Approved ! Born in the Texas Hill County and have eaten BBQ all around the country - I can tell Ya Ben's is the real deal. Ben and his team know how and when to slice brisket. Waiting to slice smoked meat at the time of ordering helps retain moisture and tenderness. Thanks for sticking true to your roots and not being like those high-production chain restaurants. Fun experience and great BBQ! read more

BBQ was fantastic, building is nice and clean, Ben is as friendly a person you will meet! Go get some! (Not if you're in a hurry, they are popular!) **open until 3pm or SOLD OUT read more

MAN!!! Ben's ROCKS. We arrived on Saturday at 11:50, got in line, and waited. They sold out before we got to the window and gave us a pie and some sides to take home. We went back Sunday and was able to get 1/2 lb of pulled pork and 1/2 lb of brisket...it was worth the wait. Ben is the friendliest, nicest guy you could meet. You can tell he really cares about his customers and the food. The pulled pork is seasoned so well, so tender, not too fatty and the sauce is very flavorful. The beans and slaw are killer. All around, a fantastic experience. The building itself tells you all you need to know- small business that closes when they sell out. No frills, just dang good BBQ. read more

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Decided to try this last Sunday as soon as they opened due to hearing they sell out quickly sometimes! We couldn't be happier with our experience! The staff were so friendly! We ended up ordering the Pulled Pork, Ribs, and Smoked Turkey! All of them were delicious! The ribs literally were falling off the bone and had great flavor! The pulled pork was so tender and the turkey was perfect! The sauce is delicious but isn't needed as all the meats pack great flavor on their own! We didn't try sides this time, but we're definitely looking forward to going back and trying more items from the menu! read more

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TL;DR: Give it a try, but get there early if you didn't pre-order. Food: Best traditional BBQ we've found in the area so far. Service: Service here has always been great, Ben is super friendly and usually comes out to talk with everyone in line. Cost: Average price for BBQ in this area. Overall: Good bbq, only open Fri-Sun and they tend to sell out quickly on nice days so best bet is to pre-order if you know you want bbq ahead of time or be like me and just show up like 15 minutes before they open and hope they still have what you want when you get to the front. read more

Food was delicious Very very slow moving line though. Maybe meats can be presliced to make serving lines move quicker. We weren't in hurry but several workers in line would need much more than hour lunch. Will be back though and will enjoy all we brought home read more

Comparing it to Austin's brisket, yes it can hang with the best of them. Love the pulled pork too.

Made another trip to Ben's BBQ Shack yesterday and it did not disappoint. Great food, great service and always a great energetic conversation with Ben. I don't think Ben has ever met a stranger. Wife and I both had pulled pork sandwiches and baked beans, which were great. Outside dining in beautiful weather. Every other customer we spoke to was happy to be there and it showed. Definitely recommend making the drive and even dealing with the current construction in the area is well worth it. read more

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Ben Hoffman is probably the happiest guy you'll ever meet. He must love his job. He makes the most amazing slow-cooked barbecue using only wood heat. He will proudly tell you that he doesn't use any electronics or technologies to prepare his barbecue. The first time, I met Ben, I had driven across town to try one of his pork sammiches. As we rolled in, we saw the cardboard sign saying, "Sorry, Sold Out". And there was Ben, sitting behind his little window in his tiny shack with a huge smile on his face. He belts out a laugh and tells us that we should preorder online. That's the best way to be ensured some of his coveted barbecue. Two weeks later we show up early and get in the line outside his little shack before he opens. Ben banters with the folks standing in the cold, telling them the food will be worth the wait. It was. I ordered the special grilled shrimp tacos (a Lenten special). We also ordered a Pork Belly Sammich. Food comes out in about 15 minutes. The tacos are good with big shrimp and Ben's cole slaw. The Pork Belly Sammich contains two strips of bbq pork that is topped with fresh sliced jalapeños and onions on a soft fresh roll. The meat is smoky, tender and juicy. The sandwich leaves me wanting to go back again the next day. The next time I will preorder. The parking lot is tiny with maybe 6 slots. People park across the street and walk. There are a couple picnic tables to eat at, weather permitting. Most people grab and go. As we leave the parking lot, the "Sorry, Sold Out" sign goes up and we hear Ben's gregarious laugh. read more

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Best BBQ I've ever had and I travel the USA frequently. Owner is extremely friendly. Remembers your name. Make sure you order ahead. Runs out of BBQ fast. read more

Pre-order is definitely the way to go, I got there 45 minutes after he opened on Saturday and he was sold out. Ben is a great guy that loves what he does and it shows. The next day I went over about 45 minutes before he opened and some other folks had the same idea, by noon there was probably 20 people. We had the Brisket, turkey and a pork belly sandwich. I smoke my own meats so I will say stand alone the brisket and turkey were just that. The pork belly sandwich though. The pork was cooked perfectly and I really would not have thought just onion and jalapeño would make this sandwich the star of our sampling. The beans were great and the Cole slaw was just creamy enough with a little crunch. The BBQ sauce is amazing and went well with everything we had. Ben wants to expand and I hope he does. He loves serving people and has fun doing it. read more

Ben's BBQ Shack - The Pork Belly Sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

I've ordered from here several times, the pulled pork, brisket and pork belly sandwiches are all worthy of the 5 star rating that they have. The baked beans and slaw are very good. A hot tip is to order on line, otherwise he sells out early. Worth the drive from downtown. read more

Don't waste your time or money. I ordered pulled pork nachos and got chips with tomato's and lettuce . Very expensive

I heard they sell-out quickly, so I got there 30 minutes early!! The owner came out and spoke with all of us in line and he was super nice and engaging! I ordered once they opened AND what I loved the most is you can buy by the pound! I tried the brisket and pork ribs which were the closet thing to Texas barbecue I've had in Indiana! I've tried two other establishments, which were really good, but Ben's is the spot I've been looking for when it comes to BBQ!! No more looking - I found THE SPOT FOR BBBQ!!! read more

Ben is awesome, what a friendly guy. He greeted all of us and made sure everything was good. Amazing food, a must have if you live within 3,000 miles of Westfield. My daughter loved the hair of the girl that gave us our game day bundle. A+ 5 stars all day. Bout to try the pie. read more

Stop by again for the second time today for lunch and we had a pound of brisket and a pound of ribs with a side order of coleslaw. Ben was great and the young lady at the counter took great care of us and the food was still tender, flavorful and fall off the bone unbelievable.! This will continue to be our favorite barbecue place in this region of the world read more

5 stars! If you pre-order, you skip the line. Ben is the friendliest out there in the BBQ game and the food is so good. If you don't pre-order, get there early and get in line. And don't skip on the bourbon buttermilk pie. It is mouth watering, but take it home and make yourself a good coffee with it. read more

Ben's BBQ Shack - Pulled pork sandwich - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

Pre ordered the brisket, ribs, and pulled pork on a Friday and they were ready five minutes before the promised time (gotta love punctuality). There was a line even before they opened. My boyfriend who picked them up was pretty sure Ben was the one in the shack and mentioned how he was outgoing and welcoming. For the food. We got 2lbs of brisket which I'm glad we did! My son loved the ribs and almost ate a whole pound to himself (he's 8 and weights 75lbs so that's saying something) and I loved the pulled pork as well. Also the baked beans and coleslaw. I never care for either but wish I got more read more

I was researching restaurants to try while staying in Indy for a couple of days and came upon Ben's BBQ Shack. To be honest, I find the overall bbq quality in most places north of Kansas City or St. Louis is rather poor, but I was intrigued by the statement on Ben's website that they smoke their meats in an actual pit. That's a real rarity in this area and even in more BBQ-centric states, it's a tradition that's dying out. Adding to the authenticity is that Ben's is only open until they sell out of meat each day (which I understand can sometimes only take an hour). We were so intrigued that we decided to pre-order meat a couple of days in advance so we could try a bit of everything. As we arrived to pickup our meal right when they opened, we found a long line customers waiting to order. Seemed promising already! As we took a look around the exterior, I didn't notice any billowing smoke columns, couldn't detect any smoke aroma perfuming the air, nor did I see any space that could be used as a smoke pit. I was also surprised that the storefront was in the middle of a commerce area rather than in the middle of nowhere. I guess they don't smoke the meats on site and instead bring it in every morning from an offsite location. Pickup was pretty easy and quick. We were told by one of the customers in line to knock on the door and someone would arrive to help us quickly, and they were right. The door is right next to where Ben works, chopping up meats and prepping the food. Super friendly guy! I can see why people love him. In total, we got: Pork Belly Sammich ($9) - This included two super generously cut, 1 inch tall, tender slabs of pork belly. It's a great cut with both lean and fatty portions, creating a delectable bite. The interior is moist and the fat is well rendered and soft, not stringy or tough at all. The meat is dusted with seasoning salt and there's a good, noticeable smoke ring with a taste that permeates well into the meat. Some of the exterior portions show quite a bit of bark but it's all soft. I wonder if they transport the meat covered or in hot boxes from the smoke pits to the stand to sell, so it steams a bit and softens the crust. That's the one thing that needs improvement. On top of the meat is a pile of pickled jalapenos and sliced white onions that adds some acidity. Everything sits on a fluffy bun. There's bbq sauce on the side, but everything is moist and flavorful so it's not really needed. (5/5) 1/2 lb Brisket ($11.5) - The brisket is tender and easily comes apart even with a spoon. One piece is fattier brisket and the other is lean. The fatty piece is moist and delicious. The lean is obviously a bit drier, but still plenty juicy. Again, there's a pretty distinctive smoke ring and there is bark but it's not crusty. (5/5) 1/2 lb Pulled Pork ($9) - The pork is shredded well but not super chopped. The smoke flavor is quite apparent. It's overall a bit of a leaner cut, probably just pork shoulder and definitely not whole hog bbq. It's very meaty in general with no fat, gristle, or skin. It's overall quite uniform in texture and moistness. (4/5) Each meat order is accompanied by a single 2oz cup of bbq sauce. I do like how the sauce is all on the side so you can try the everything sauce-free to really enjoy the flavor of the smoked meat. The bbq sauce itself consists of a spiced sweet vinegar ketchup base that complements the meat well. Cole Slaw ($2) - This is a pretty small 6 oz cup of cole slaw veggies in a very thin and watery mayo dressing. Some of the seasoning salt used on the meat is also added in the slaw. There's a bit of acidity and sweetness and just a small bit of mayo creaminess. (4/5) BBQ Baked Beans ($2) - Another 6 oz styrofoam cup filled with beans cooked until tender. I found these to be too sweet for my tastes. Ben's doesn't really do anything interesting with their beans - it's literally just beans without any other vegetables or meat mixed in. (3/5) Bourbon Buttermilk Pie ($5) - The crust seems to be homemade with a nice butter/shortening base that's flaky and somewhat crisp. The smell of the pie as you unwrap it is of caramelized sugar and butter. The top layer of the pie is caramelized similar to a chess pie, but more of a lacy texture, and the center custard is eggy and set firmly. It's not dense and instead has air pockets, giving a smooth finish. Interestingly enough, there seems to be layers in the custard. The top is a bit more pale while the bottom is an egg yolky-like yellow. The entire dessert is sweet but not overwhelmingly so. I don't think there's much bourbon added because I couldn't taste any (not that I mind). To be honest, we were a little apprehensive getting this pie since we don't like sugar cream pie, but found this to be pleasant in the end. (4/5) Ben's BBQ certainly serves up some good barbecue for the area. I wouldn't say it matches up to the best in the South, but it's perfect for any meat craving around Indy. read more

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This is the best BBQ I've had since I was living and working in North Carolina and South Carolina in 2012. I hadn't found any truly good and satisfying BBQ here in Indiana, 'til today. I was extremely impressed and smiling as I was greeted before I even reached the order/pickup window/door of Ben's BBQ Shack - Westfield (north suburb of Indy) on my first-ever visit today, for the online pre-order I placed Wednesday (they sell out every day they're open - Fri-Sat-Sun - carry-out only, although there are several picnic tables for fair-weather dining). As I walked up, a team member stepped out of the doorway, with a big smile, a genuinely welcoming attitude, and asked if I was picking up. I gave him my name. HIs face lit up as he seemed to know my order. I had included a message, in the special notes section of my online order, mentioning that this was my first time and that I didn't see an option to specify sauces, if there were any available. I wrote, "First time ordering. If there are side BBQ sauce options I missed, a sweet / medium-heat variety would be the best fit for us. Otherwise, smokey-and-delish-as-they're-served is what we're looking forward to trying. See y'all Friday! Cheers!" (the sauce I described IS available and, Oh My! ... so, so good.) He said, "So this is your first time here!" "Yeah!" I smiled back ... He ducked inside and soon returned with my bagged order and added, "Ben threw in a sample of pulled pork for you to try." Then, "Ben" looked out the window and offered an enthusiastic, "Hey! Thanks, bud! Thanks a lot!" ... Although obviously busy in the midst of rush work as folks were lining up for walkup orders, they had time to express appreciation and inspire smiles with their guests. Ben and his team get it. They are sincerely welcoming as they actively engage with and serve their customers. My spouse, sister-in-law, and I opened a restaurant just over a year ago. We also know how rewarding it is to engage with guests and deliver a truly enjoyable experience; and we do our best to inspire our team to "get it" too. It was still warm when I got home to stash it for reheating, later, when my spouse arrives home from work ... but there was that unexpected sample of pulled pork calling out to me. I opened up the trays and was very happy to find that the brisket was a very GENEROUS 2 lbs ... and the sample of pulled pork that I expected to be bite-size or, perhaps, a slider-size serving ... was also very generous - enough for a couple full-size sandwiches, or four or five sliders, at least! Anyway, since there was such an abundance and no one else home to see ... I sampled a serving of the beef brisket ... and made myself two pulled pork sliders ... and suddenly found myself in smokey BBQ bliss! Just-right smokiness, perfectly juicy, beautiful to behold, and oh-so-savory to taste! Ben's BBQ Shack is likely to become a monthly ritual ... or at least my go-to when the smokey BBQ cravings hit hard. read more

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Ben's BBQ Shack in Westfield is world class BBQ. Everything I have had is so good. And I have had everything on the menu. I have been going to Ben's since he opened. His consistency is unbelievable! The same great taste every time. The pork belly sandwich is in the top 2 sandwiches I have ever eaten. Thank you Ben! read more

I've heard about Ben's BBQ Shack for some time from my friends and we finally tried it this weekend. The place is appropriately named - it truly is a small carry-out shack in Westfield. They are only open on Fri-Sat-Sun until sold out. We were encouraged to order in advance online which we did - you can do walk up if there is food available. I opted for the beef brisket sammich and my wife got the pulled pork. Both portions were generous and the flavor of the meats was wonderful. The sammich is served with BBQ sauce on the side and pickles & onions. The menu also lists ribs, smoked Turkey, pork belly and several sides which we wil try on our return visit. If you like BBQ, this is a must hit destination. read more

Ben's BBQ Shack - Pulled Pork Sammich with Cole slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

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TL;DR - Better than Texas BBQ. There were two different couples who were dinning at Ben's while we were that, and both told Ben his BBQ was better than what's served in Texas. I don't know. I've always opted for Tex-Mex when there. What I can say about Ben's is the pull pork my wife and I had was super tasty, very moist, and very tender. Sauce is on the side and dry rub is sprinkled on top. Bonus: Neither my wife's nor mine had any fat or FM (foreign material), which is hard to say about other places. We split the Buttermilk (bourbon) pie which was good. I like Big Hoffa's. This is more moist and tender. The menu is limited (beef, pork and Turkey served without a bun or as a sandwich), and few a couple sides. Items do sell out depending on how busy they are. Ben is so friendly, it's worth coming here for that interaction alone. He's energetic and talks with everyone. A very nice personally touch. They serve Coke products by the can. read more

Ben's BBQ Shack - Pulled pork and a buttermilk pie in the background - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

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If you like BBQ, Ben's is a MUST try! Our favorites are the brisket and pulled pork and the ribs. Definitely recommend pre-ordering online for pickup; if you just stop by make sure you get there as soon as he opens or chances are pretty good he will be sold out! The only thing better than the food is the personal touch Ben gives to his customers. Definitely looking forward to when he opens his new location near Grand Park in the future! read more

Ordered ahead several times and also risked it waiting until the day of to go up to the window. Every time it has been amazing. Best smoked Turkey I've ever had. read more

I wish I had snapped a pic of my food- sorry! Every time I've tried to eat here they have already been sold out for the day. That's a pretty good sign that the food is excellent. I finally got there early on a rainy day, which may have helped. They were already sold out of pork, so I ordered The brisket and turkey (both on sandwiches). The brisket was good, but I loved the turkey! Plenty of meat on both sandwiches- I'll only order one sandwich the next time, because I was stuffed when I finished! Sauce is served on the side, so add as much as you want. read more

Best BBQ food in town, period.Ben's service I awesome. The only thing this place is missing is the ability to serve food onsite.

Just Visiting.....asked for Texas BBQ and Google said hold my beer. Ben's BBQ Shack was a fantastic surprise find. We had a little taste of everything on the menu. Ribs, Brisket, Pulled pork, Turkey, sides and meat sweats! Brisket was on point and just as good the next day. My favorite is the smoked turkey, moist and flavorful. Will definitely make this place a must have on my next visit to Indy. #indyfood #smokedmeats #texasbbq read more

Ben's BBQ Shack - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

Went in on a Sunday afternoon just before closing time. I was very fortunate to get there when I did. The eatery is nestled between other homes in the neighborhood. There are a handful of parking spots available just next to the business otherwise there is additional street parking nearby. No dine in here but they offer some tables just adjacent to the shack. I didn't see any umbrellas that day, and it was a very hot day. It didn't matter, the food was so good and the ice cold Coke helped cool me off. Since I had not preordered, the last items available for the day were pulled pork and baked beans. The staff served up a very generous amount of pulled pork. It was so delicious I had to give my dog a little taste. Also had a side order other the baked beans and they were perfect. Not since traveling through Texas, I had not tasted something so simple yet so delicious. The price was very reasonable for the quality and taste. Give this place a try and make sure to call ahead. read more

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This was a delicious little picnic adventure in the downtown Westfield area. I'm amazed by how limited the hours are of Ben's Barbecue Shack, but it seems to work pretty well for him based on the customer demand. For just a couple hours, a couple days a week you can secure some tasty and juicy barbecue. It's suggested that you order ahead because they sell out quickly. I ordered my meal online more than a week in advance and the process was extremely seamless with a text to notify me the food was ready and to thank me after picking up my purchase - smart system! What did I order, you ask? I opted for the pulled pork, coleslaw, and baked beans. I really enjoy having the pork without bread and was impressed by the serving size. The coleslaw and baked beans also hit the spot! They offer a handful of picnic benches behind the shack along with a few parking spots. If you're driving by you may miss it in the blink of an eye so approach slowly :-) our service was also very friendly and the cherry on top for a delicious barbecue meal. read more

Ben's BBQ Shack - Pulled pork entree - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

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BBQ is legit. You taste the time and love given to their craft. Rib and brisket is fabulous. Ben and his team are a lot of fun to be around. Will definitely return but will pre-order. read more

This is my third order because this BBQ is the best. I ordered 3 lb Brisket, 4 lb Pulled pork and two pork n beans for a birthday party! I will tell you this - that brisket and pulled pork was so awesome!! Those pork and beans - yummy!! All of it was gone by the end of the party. I wanted to take some home with us. I'll definitely be back. Always order in advance on the website to get what you want. It's sooooo worth it. That construction on 32 is a bitch - but you are able to turn left into Ben's. You will feel loved the second you get there. Best atmosphere, even from the parking lot - you never go into the shack! read more

Been THERE, Done THAT! Ribs, Brisket, etc. tender, juicy, tasty... and the BBQ SHACK is appropriate for serving you! NOTE: No dine-in seating. Pick-Up Only! read more

Yum! Ben's BBQ Shack didn't disappoint. The business operates limited hours, so be sure to check online before you go. In fact, it's recommended you order online in advance to ensure they have enough food! It's a tiny walk-up window in a small white shack and parking is limited, but Ben's has a few picnic tables set up for outdoor dining. The online ordering and in-person pick-up were seamless and the food was worth the drive to Westfield. Te cherry on top? The friendly employees and owner, Ben. read more

Ben's BBQ Shack - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

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We have been wanting to try Ben's for years and are so glad we did The pulled pork was so delicious. Ben came out to introduce himself and even serenaded me. We will be back again! read more

I first walked up to pick up my pickup order and Ben instantly greeted me! As a guy from TX I've been dying for good bbq and this will scratch my itch. The service, the food, all great. The ribs were better than I imagined and the brisket was the best I've had since leaving Texas. I've had it by itself and chopped some for a sandwich both spectacular! My GF also loved the pulled pork which is her usual choice. My only crotique would be the beans were a little sweet for my taste but, minor thing. I will be back and will say, BEST BBQ IN INDY AREA. read more

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Outstanding bbq and super friendly owner and order taker. Get there early or order online.

All I can say is if the pulled pork sandwich is that good. I can only assume the rest is fire. The wife and I stopped by yesterday around 1pm. They were already sold out of everything but pulled pork. Did not even have to put any sauce on the sandwich. Was meeting with a solid hand shake and smile from I guess the owner. The lady at the window was just as nice. Will definitely be ack but will pre order. read more