This is the best barbecue in Central Indiana. The ribs, brisket, and pulled pork are outstanding. Make sure you try the habanero cole slaw. For lunch, I often get the teriyaki bowl. read more

This is the first real barbecue place I've tried in the area and it's delicious. They have their own unique twists on many things and it's all really good! The brisket sandwich and rack of ribs were juicy and tender. All the staff is super friendly and the restaurant has a nice atmosphere. Overall its just really what you want from a barbecue joint. We didn't get to try the ice cream but all of the flavors look fantastic as well. read more

Big Hoffas - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

We really enjoyed the BBQ at this fine establishment! We ordered one of the family meals which was around $35-$40. The brisket was great, the ribs were perfectly cooked for human consumption. We received 4 sauces, one seemed like an Asian teriyaki, the others were maybe ranch-based or thousand island- not sure, wish they were labeled or listed on the menu. The spicy bbq was enjoyable. As out of Townes we were happy to find this great restaurant on yelp! Service was quick as all these bbq items must be prepared in advance and cooked for hours. Many news articles on the wall of what a great place this is to eat at read more

This smokehouse BBQ spot is absolutely worth the hype and an easy add to the regular rotation. Got here right when they opened and there was already a big line out the door, which is always a good sign for a BBQ place. Even though it was busy, the line moved at a reasonable pace and the food made the wait more than worth it. The atmosphere had that casual, bustling smokehouse feel that works well for both adults and families. The food itself was the standout. The meat was incredibly tender and cooked perfectly -- juicy, flavorful, and exactly what you hope for when you go out for BBQ. The fries were very crispy and well done, not soggy or limp, and the mac and cheese was creamy, cheesy, and super satisfying as a side. Everything on the plate felt fresh and hot, not like it had been sitting under a heat lamp. It was also a big win for our family. Our toddler loved it so much she ate her entire kids' meal, which almost never happens, so that really says a lot about how good the food was. The portions were generous without being overwhelming, and it felt like an easy, low-stress place to bring a little one. Between the great BBQ, solid sides, and how well it worked for our toddler, this is definitely a spot we'll be coming back to again. read more

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Came in on a Saturday night and OMG it was great!!! Pros - Quick service - Amazing quality. Meat was spectacular!! - Sassafrass tea was delicious! - Homemade pickles were great - Pricing not bad ($45 for two plates and an extra side of pickles) Cons - I can't eat it daily! read more

Big Hoffas - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

This review is for Big Hoffa's Freezery & Ice Cream, which is part of Big Hoffa's Smokehouse proper, but now has an entrance that's separate from the main barbecue restaurant entrance. It's to the left of the main entrance, around the front of the building. Just follow the signs! We visited Big Hoffa's to get some ice cream. Ice cream is not my dessert of choice, but I will eat it to be a part of the group and if it has stuff in it. I need it to have crunch or texture of some sort. Otherwise, I subscribe to Adam Driver's character's ice cream philosophy from the HBO show, Girls: "I don't do ice cream. It's like sweet mucus." I got a scoop of what I thought would have the most "stuff" in it: Moose Trax. Doesn't that sound like an ice cream with things in it? Alas, it did not have things in it. It was supposed to have mini peanut butter cups, but I only crunched on one. It was mostly smooth and creamy, which is a dream for ice cream lovers, but for me, it was a sweet mucus nightmare. Well, maybe not nightmare! Them's strong words for ice cream. But it wasn't worth the calories, and maybe I should have gotten something with for-sure things in it, like cookies and cream ice cream. The other people in my party who are normal and don't have ice-cream-texture issues got plain chocolate ice cream (loved it), a strawberry cheesecake milkshake (thumbs up), coffee ice cream (just OK), a Fruity Pebbles milkshake (amazing, and brought him back to his childhood when he would eat Fruity Pebbles for breakfast) and Moose Trax (loved it, but agreed that it needed more mini peanut butter cups). It was a nice day, so we sat outside at the picnic benches located right outside the ice cream shop. There are also tables inside the ice cream shop, if you wish to sit indoors. If you've ever visited Big Hoffa's, you'll know that it's constantly busy. This place is super popular! Parking is at a premium, and we had to park in the overflow parking near the antique store. Just keep in mind that you might have to jockey for a parking space. read more

We stepped into the lounge area of Big Hoffa's (+21). It was a blast! The bartender was so great to talk to and she gave us a lot of info about the food and theme/history of the restaurant. I highly recommend the wings and the brisket. 10/10 food. Honestly everything was amazing. Not a bad thing on the menu. Definitely check this lounge out! read more

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This is not hyperbole - best BBQ I've ever had, and it's not close. I love brisket, but my biggest issue with it is even when good, it can be on the dry side. Not here. This stuff literally melts in your mouth. Ribs falls off the bone and the flavor is off the charts. Rolls are so fluffy and delicious. Had the mac 'n cheese and baked beans as sides - both perfect. Waitress was so friendly and helpful. At the end, the pit boss, Josh came out and chatted for at least 15 minutes, and gave me tips on how to smoke my own brisket. We're from out of town, but we have other reasons to come back. Even if we didn't, I'd consider a plane ticket just for more Hoffas. It's that good. Do yourself a favor and go get some.... NOW! read more

We have drove by this place so many times and finally decided to stop in. The parking lot was jam packed so we thought that's a good sign. We walked in and didn't see the door inside the vestibule that said "enter" and went in the exit. We got ourselves righted and got in line. We wanted to keep it simple so we ordered the half rack of ribs and the brisket sandwich. The ribs fell off the bone and the brisket was delicious. My personal preference would be a little less barbecue sauce on the sandwich - that will be a request next time. Tried the peach cobbler for dessert which was very good but I was so full from dinner I couldn't eat much. Overall a fun, casual place to get pretty good barbecue. read more

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Let me start with the good. This is the ONLY brisket I have ever had in which I could cut it with a plastic fork. The brisket was outstanding - moist, tender, juicy and had a delicious meat taste. I liked the slight salty rub spice such that I really didn't want sauce. Incredible job!! The potato salad was very good. The potato cubes were a medium size with a nice crisp. The mayo base was just thick enough to give it taste. They cayenne taste is very predominant. You do t get much other tastes. The Mac & cheese was okay. The noodles were very soft - perhaps over cooked. The cheese sauce was more baked on so that it wasn't as saucy as I would like. Overall it was good but came off a bit dry and mushy. The soft roll was a nice touch. The slight butter and garlic flavors give it an extra appeal. This place is BUSY! The crowds kept pouring in as we dined. The young man at the counter seemed a bit confused and slow. He did make an error and added an extra meal to our ticket. The team does a good job at trying to keep things clean despite the flow of people. I felt like I was very rushed to eat given the flow of people and the order line that you must pass through. The serving team was very friendly and helpful. read more

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We tried out the tavern and were amazed!! It's full service, so you can order food. The atmosphere was sooo cool, the bar was huge and filled with bourbons. The menu is extensive. I loooved their martinis, specifically the chocolate one! read more

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I grew up on Kansas City barbecue so I love me a good rack of ribs. I was up in Westfield touring around for the day & was recommended this place by several locals--It was great! Nicely flavored meat with good BBQ sauce (though of note, their spicy BBQ sauce is only Midwestern spicy) and tasty sides (the garlic rolls were ). Parking was not too hard & finding a place to sit relatively easy. Next time I'm up there I'll go back and try the brisket. read more

Big Hoffas - 1/2 El Segundo - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

We visited on 9 April. Ordered 1/2lb dinner plates with sliced brisket. Received two small slices where easily 50% was fat. I understand brisket and fat but this was ridiculous for the price paid. The beans, potato salad, and buns were good. read more

I have been to this location multiple times but decided to do a to-go meal. The Hoffanator never disappoints! I tend to switch up my food preference each time because you truly can't go wrong. There's always a line when I go in but it goes by pretty quickly. It's a dimmed atmosphere with a nautical/pirate feel for decor. There's plenty of seating and a beautiful tanvern that was previously their ice cream area. This is a great location for a group or couple read more

Big Hoffas - The Hoffanator - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

Some people love it, but at the end of the day it's over priced basic food. I paid $15 for chicken on rice. The chicken wasn't season and the barbecue sauces they offered were nothing special. read more

Run don't walk to Big Hoffa's BBQ!!! Yeah the road construction on 32 is a total pain. But the BBQ here is worth it. I live in Lafayette and came here for lunch on Wednesday and Friday! It's that good. On Wednesday my friend and I both had the OG smash burger and fries. Those fries are awesome. They are crunchy and seasoned. The burgers are huge and really good. I also ordered to go 1/2 lb pulled pork and 1/2 lb brisket for the next day. The meat was very juicy and flavorful. I was so impressed. The meat needs no sauce. They have a mild sauce and a spicy sauce. I don't think the sauce is anything special. It's fine. But like I said, you don't need sauce on this meat. I also tried individual orders of mac n cheese, Cajun potato salad and creamy coleslaw. I didn't love the sides. They were fine. The coleslaw didn't travel well and kind of turned purple. The mac n cheese was not the best. It was not creamy and a little gritty? The potato salad had large chunks of potatoes. The flavor was good though. Then on Friday I came back this time with my mother. I ordered the 1834 sandwich with fries and baked beans. That sandwich was incredible! The French roll was fresh, warm and soft. It was not overly spicy and the au jus was great. The fries were excellent again and the baked beans were great. I highly recommend the fries and baked beans as the sides here. This sandwich had chopped brisket and spicy veggies and spicy mayo. So good and I think pretty unique. My mother had the pulled pork sandwich and fries. She loved the fries. She only ate half the sandwich and ordered more fries to take home for the other half later. I took home half my sandwich too. The sandwiches are pretty big here. The pulled pork sandwich comes with bbq sauce on the meat. I'd probably order that on the side but she liked it. It's a warmed brioche bun. Their pulled pork is outstanding. I wonder if they've won awards for this BBQ. I bet they have. I ordered the Saigon sandwich to go. I asked them to deconstruct it so it would make the hour drive back to Lafayette. They were very accommodating. The French roll was warm and wrapped in tin foil. The spicy mayo was on the side. The spicy veggies and pulled pork was in a container by itself. I have not tried it yet. But it looked delicious. I have no doubt it will reheat well tomorrow. Hoffas, open a BBQ joint in Lafayette!! I have eaten Hoffas all week and I'm not sad about it! By the way, this place is down from Grand Park. On Wed I got there at 130 and there was a line out the door. You order at a counter. Then pick up your food on a tray and sit at a table. I highly recommend looking at the menu before you go and know what you want when you get to the counter. The line moves pretty fast. It's a large seating area so finding a table isn't too bad. But they are very busy. On Friday we went at 3pm and it was perfect. No line. Empty parking lot. But when we left at 415, it was starting to get busy again. So, particularly in the summer, I would avoid typical lunch and dinner times because it will be packed. Get to Hoffas. Thank me later. read more

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Food was quite good. Chicken was smoked and tasted good before adding bbq sauce. Added seasoned fries and cole slaw as the sides. You order at the counter, pay and pick up your tray once the food is prepared. We didn't have to wait long. Cashier was super friendly. Pirate theme through the dining room. read more

Big Hoffas - Pulled Chicken fries and Cole slaw - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

I don't understand why this place is busy. The service was horrible. The inside was disgustingly filthy. The fountain drinks were not working, and it was the worst pork I've ever had. read more

Great spot for food and ambiance! We enjoy looking for unique places everywhere we go, and Big Hoffa's definitely fit the bill. With a pirate theme exterior/interior and an expansive menu, (aaaargh!) we be in for a treat. The Saigon was flavorful (think barbecue meets bahn mi) and the brisket sandwich was stuffed with tender cuts of beef. My husband ordered a platter of ribs, brisket, pulled pork, and sides- huge portions for all. We also stopped by the adjoining Freezery for a Black Flag Milkshake. It is not for the faint of heart, but great googly moogly it was amazing. Overall great experience and great food. read more

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Ordered 1/2 rack of ribs with jelepeno slaw and jasmine rice. When I opened the to go container there was no rice and the ribs looked overcooked. The ribs were so dried out it was like eating beef Jerky. The jalapeño slaw was very good but definitely not worth $20.00. read more

Big Hoffas - Dried out ribs just like eating beef jerky. - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

Great food and love the new tavern speak easy they have! It isn't 21 and over which I hope it turns into but overall love the atmosphere. Got the Amendment which is top notch and makes you want more when it's done! Service has been great and they are on it bringing waters before we even asked! read more

Big Hoffas - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

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I've been to Big Hoffa's a few times but the Hoffanator keeps bringing me back. It is a total indulgence with crispy fries piled high with mac and cheese, tender pulled pork, baked beans, BBQ sauce and a drizzle of ranch. Every bite is messy, savory and completely satisfying. The staff always makes you feel welcome. This place knows how to do BBQ right. read more

Always a very good meal, love the Sassafras Sweet Tea! My go to is the 1835 sandwich

I got the 1lb of pulled pork. It was DELICIOUS, and it didn't break the bank! I always enjoy dining at 'The Hoff' when I travel up north to visit my parents read more

Big Hoffas - 1lb pulled pork was delicious! - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

Had the pulled pork and ribs with sides of beans, Mac & Cheese. Not the best with the pork and ribs, very salty. Only have 2 types of sauces. Spicy and original are the sauces. Beans were fine, Mac and cheese not that good. Only service was at counter and was fine. They do have beer. Room hold a lot if people and does have handicap parking with a ramp when requested. read more

Big Hoffas - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

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Tasty brisket sandwich, Cole slaw, and baked beans. Courteous service and our group of 8 guests was pleased to chat with two high school aged very polite young men who explained they worked there and enjoyed the opportunity to eat prior to their shift starting on a busy Friday evening. We were able to all share a table in the dining room after queuing to order in a long line. Waiting in the queue was probably the only part of the visit that wasn't ideal, but the kindness of the young men and their willingness to help with some answers to our questions made the line move faster. The food had nice portions and unfortunately I forgot to photograph as I was so excited to consume it before a Friday night football game. The dining room was nothing fancy, but we were able to all be seated including a 2 year old that devoured her Cole slaw. read more

Man o man. Big Hoffa's did it again. My husband and I make it a point to stop here every time we visit Indiana. And so far everything we've had here we've enjoyed. This past time we brought guests with us who have never tried it before and they were thoroughly impressed. My husbands go to is the Hoffanator (delicious), I enjoyed the pulled chicken with sides of mac and fries and heavenly rolls. Also was able to try their ribs (sensational!!!!) and took a visit to their freezery. This place is great, it looks like plenty of seating but it does fill up. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. read more

Big Hoffas - Hoffanator - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

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This is an amazing BBQ place. You can't go wrong with anything you order but my favorite was the brisket slightly ahead of the ribs. The brisket as a sandwich is my preferred but the amendment is a great option if you like some other flavors with it. Enjoyed the sassafras sweet tea too! read more

Great food & wonderful BBQ sauces. Friendly service , especially in the new bar. New bar is cozy & comfortable with great staff. read more

Come to a spot that has a fun vibe! I was able to celebrate my birthday here and we had ten in our group. Found a booth with four chairs that fit all of us. Love the Sassafras Tea! I got the Amendment which was just a bit hotter than I expected. There is an ice cream shop attached that serves different types of shakes. Be prepared to get full! Two types of bbq sauce on a counter to place in cups to take to the table. A bit loud, but for the most part we could carry on a conversation. Fast and friendly service. When you walk in you order at the counter and then receive a receipt with your number and they will call when your order is ready. For dessert be sure to grab the homemade key lime pie in the cooler by the register! It's so good!! When it's warmer outside then they do have outdoor seating as well. read more

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What a weird and wonderful restaurant. Who would have thought that what I needed in my life was a pirate themed barbecue restaurant? I had the sampler platter. Meat was well smoked and the rub on the ribs was very flavorful. Son had a brisket sandwich he loved and my wife had a ban mi which was great. Also, don't sleep on the ice cream. It was surprisingly amazing. read more

Service was okay but food was delish. We had some brisket, ribs, and mac and cheese. Brisket and ribs were both tender and flavorful. I honestly thought they weren't big on bbq sauce since the ribs were dry rubbed and the brisket was dry as well. After we were done eating, I saw the handwashing station and bbq sauce station, closer to the fountain drink station. Was a little disappointed because I would've love to try some sauce with my food, but at the same time both the brisket and ribs were fine without it. The mac and cheese was also full of flavor and very creamy... the peach cobbler looked amazing- but we were too full to try. The place itself was big. From the outside of the building, there are big murals on the wall. There was an outdoor sitting area. There's also an ice cream shop in the building, close to the bathrooms. read more

The food is outstanding, and everyone is friendly. Some of the best Bar-B-Que you can get in the Indianapolis area. I've eaten here a few times but always forget to write my review because I slip into a food coma. Highly recommend their brisket and Chicken. If your into a nacho style dish go with the Hoffanator, you can go wrong with anything really. All of their sauces are well made and aren't too heavy. Their sides compliment every dish well. The restaurant has a edgy/cool atmosphere with a bayou twist. If you somehow still have room after eating they have an ice cream shop attached where they make all their ice cream! read more

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Was here a while back with local friends, for a fun weekend in Indy. We ate in the restaurant, where the atmosphere was lively and the counter service friendly and attentive. My wife and I each ordered a separate platter, so we could sample and share the goodies...wife wanted brisket and I'm a rib guy so you can guess what I ordered. Garlic rolls were moist and delicious, which we stuffed with their tender thick cut brisket. Double fried fries were crispy and airy. Their mac-n-cheese (slightly overcooked) and creamy cole slaw (lacked flavor) were average. My ribs were not smoked long or well enough and seemed to be boiled at one point in time. Also, their rub was extremely salty. BBQ sauces were just okay, a bit too sweet for my liking as I prefer a more vinegary smokey style. Our dining friends loved their meals, but this 'que was just not for me. read more

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First timer and out of state visitor. I've been to countless BBQ joints across the country and enjoy trying new places on the road. At the insistence of several locals I tried Hoffas today for lunch and wow what a disappointment. I had a feeling the brisket wouldn't be great when I saw my sandwich was chopped meat...usually means it was not sliced fresh and this definitely wasn't!! It was beyond dry and hard in places...probably been sitting out in container. Just terrible. The only reason I'm not giving 1 star is bc the people were nice and that counts for something. Indy if this is the best BBQ you have to offer I feel for ya. I won't be back that's for sure. read more

Best BBQ in Indiana. No question. Best brisket, best ribs, and their pulled pork is to die for. This place get really packed during lunch and dinner so come early or arrive little after dinner to avoid crowds. read more

This restaurant is a 10/10. The food is phenomenal. I'm not sure you can find a better bbq place in Indiana. There isn't a bad option on the menu. The atmosphere is also super fun! And it's usually busy so plan ahead if you are coming on a weekend or busy night. The ice cream next door might be my favorite part! The shakes are so delicious and it's fun to watch the staff make them. read more

Big Hoffas - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

We arrived early (on accident ) and waited about 20 minutes before they opened. About 5-10 minutes before they opened, people started lining up to get in! Just adding that part to let others know this place is popular and filled up fast. We got in, got in line and ordered our food. Super easy/fast. I ordered the Mac n cheese with brisket. I had read reviews that the brisket was dry but I had high hopes! The Mac n cheese was DELICIOUS!! 10 out of 10! However, sadly...the brisket in fact was dry. Would absolutely order this dish again but would probably order with pulled pork or chicken. The potato salad was yummy, had a bit of cayenne pepper which made it different and kicked it up a notch. Outside of the building was super fun, great paintings of pirate ships! (They did have sauce available, which I did use for the brisket.) read more

Big Hoffas - Outside of the building is so cool! - Barbeque Near Me - Westfield, Indiana

Eat here a few times a year. Love, love, love the brisket. The pulled chicken and pork are pretty good too. Avoid the ribs - chewy, can't separate the bones, rub is way too salty. Wish they had a few more options for BBQ sauce, but what they have is outstanding. Counter service is pretty quick. Ice cream is so-so - my milkshake was mostly milk. read more