Great service and whiskey selection. I absolutely LOVE their smoked wings and ribs. The portions are quite generous. Good cornbread and the sides are really good. The only gripe I have is that it is a bit expensive compared to even other bbq places around. read more

Sat at the bar and tasted some local brews and got a pulled pork sandwich. Bartender "Errol" helped me out talked beer and food with me, and I couldn't have been more impressed. Hope the word gets out about this place. It's a keeper. Rotating micro beer list, and unique specials and sides read more

Doc's Smokehouse - Wish I took a picture before but I couldn't wait. Chose the recommended "brisket chili" as my side. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! - Barbeque Near Me - Dyer, Indiana

I've eaten at docs 4t times. The first time I was really excited at how good the food was. It's gotten considerably worse every time to where now I just won't go. The brisket is usually very salty and dry. The pulled pork is mediocre at best. There best item in my opinion is there chicken wings but at a dollar a wing, it's not worth it. read more

DOCs is delicious! I always get the brisket platter and mix pretty much all of their sauces together. I love the coleslaw- it's a little watery but not too bad otherwise! My dad doesn't like the baked beans very much, and their flash fried short ribs are to die for (it's a special they have, I don't remember the name). Also a wide selection of beers on tap with tv screens that show you how full the keg is read more

Such good food! I'm an advocate for not driving to the city for a good meal and here it is. Not to mention the enchanting list of beers, ciders and ales to choose from- full bar and tvs to match! Out first time going and most certainly not the last. The fried pickles were hot, fresh and crunchy. My favorite was the brisket! And the staff were very patient and attentive. See you soon! read more

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We arrived around 6:30 the wait was going to be over an hour but didn't mind because we found a little room at the bar, I stood beside my wife at the bar and ordered a couple beers. The beer was warm and a bit flat. If I were one of the local breweries I wouldn't allow doc's to sell my beer as it is not a good representation of the quality. As we talked and drank our beer one of the waitress ran into my arm and spilled my beer, not an excuse me or an I'm sorry, nothing. The head bartender was very nice and apologized for her and bought me a new beer he was the high point of the night. They ran out of bar B que before our table was called so we left we went down the street and had a nice meal. I don't think I will go back. There are to many good places around here to waste my time here read more

I love the atmosphere. I didn't know about this place and happened to drive by it on my way home from my lawyer's office in Dyer. It was date night, so I figured why not surprise my husband with something different. Great music, love the tables and the look of the place. Outstanding service and wait-staff. We both had "burnt ends", which is brisket. The sauce they were in was too spicy for my liking. The manager did offer to get me something different on the house, but I declined. I did eat it because the taste of the brisket was really, really good. Fries are tasty, but again, a bit spicy because they added a lot of pepper to them. Also had mac & cheese, which was eh... noodles were soggy- could have been better with perhaps a little bit of a smokier flavor. Coleslaw was ok. Beers were great- lots of selection. We will definitely be back, and this time I will have brisket dry so my mouth doesn't burn (I am a total light weight when it comes to spicy food-- I have to qualify my comments with that). read more

So. Unlike most people that post reviews on here, I like to give a place several tries before I post anything negative. Been to this place at least 3 times. After every experience, I have to say that IMO, the food is mediocre at best. The meats are ok. The sides, not so much. I don't think they use any real cheese at all for their Mac n cheese. Overall, its just mediocre. But what got me the most today was the bartender serving me. The guy had on such a dirty, stained shirt. Literally looked like it wasn't washed in a week. I work in service. Presentation is SO important! Also, he is serving drinks. One of the things you just don't ever do in serving drinks is grab the glass or cup from the top of the rim and then serve it. You ALWAYS grab the glass from the side. I don't know if this is lack of training of just absolute carelessness from the server. Either way, unacceptable in any restaurant service. I hope that management takes a look at this review and formally trains the staff in appearance and proper serving methods. I actually think the place has potential to be better. But these basics NEED to be addressed. I'll probably be back in a year to see if any improvements have been made. Otherwise, I won't revisit. read more

I've definitely had a good experience with DOC's. It has a nice environment and the food is delicious. I personally love their pulled pork. If you do come here m, you should definitely try it. DOC's also has party rooms if you are coming with a large family. I would give this restaurant a 8/10. read more

The wings are amazing! We tried the meat coma it was plenty enough for 4/5 people, with leftovers! The New fashioned was delicious. Definitely will be back. read more

I've only been to DOC's smokehouse once; no I take that back twice and both times the food was just OK the service was good but the food was just OK. read more

This is Our very first time here and we really enjoyed ourselves! The food was delicious and the customer service was equally awesome! Amanda was our server and we were her very first table without being shadowed (she was amazing). Dave came by our table (I recognized him from other reviews) He was friendly and welcoming; a great fit for the establishment! You won't be disappointed by the food, service or the ambiance. read more

So because of Covid I have not been dining in restaurants. I finally gave it to my friend and we decide to come to DOC's. We've been here many times but not since Covid. I am extremely disappointed. They did a semi-good job of distancing everyone. The food was not even warm and the pulled pork was super dry and hard to chew. The portions were very small. Overall I am very disappointed. Also as a note the girl working the register was less than interested in being friendly or helping us. read more

I am giving Doc's a 4 **** star review but I am basing said review on the brisket and not the ribs. I have been to Doc's on two occasions. My first visit was Friday night, during either their first or second. Although the place was packed, we were able to hijack two bar stools and pretty quickly. Being that the place had only been open for a handful of days, we completely understood and expected how chaotic or experience might be. I have to say that although there were few tense moments between employees, it was hashed out fairly quicky. While seated at the bar, we were served a plate of homemade chips and dip that were out of this world. We couldn't stop eating them. I don't remember the menu advertising whether or not the chips and dips were endless, but the bartender just kept bringing them. During this visit Doc's was out of RIBS and as a result I ordered the a double order of brisket and a side of potato salad. Both the potato salad and the brisket were fantastic. All six homemade sauces were amazing as well. I can tell you, after having both the brisket at Doc's and the brisket at Bombers, I don't believe there is a comparison. The brisket at Doc's was head and tails above anything I have tasted in the area. NOT EVEN CLOSE. On the second occasion, I had Doc's, I ordered a full slab of ribs and a side of potato salad. The potato salad was as delicious as I had remembered but the ribs were gross. To be honest my mother can make better ribs on the propane grill in my backyard. The ribs hot garbage. Maybe it was just a bad pig, who knows, but I tend to believe that their strong suit is the brisket. I have heard from too many people that the ribs at DOC's are overly smokey and lack any real flavor, outside of the smoke of course. I will definitely go to Doc's to enjoy the brisket, the chips, and a cold local beer or two. read more

Great place,friendly staff and wonderful atmosphere. Wonderful beer, whiskey, and wine offerings. The food was all fantastic, but we loved the chicken wings and ribs. Just about everything made in house, and it shows! Just ordered catering for a party, and it was fantastic! Everyone was asking is where we got the ribs. Love this place! read more

Just went back for the second time. Again excellent food and a few more very good beers. Pulled pork is very good. The wings are very good and try the brisket chili. A big hit at the table. Vicki our server could have done a better job. So two times at DOC's and both times perfect! Go check it out. Ask for Amanda or Vicki. read more

Doc's is a great place to bring your friends and family! The food is great! We've had the pig wings, chicken wings, ribs and Dino bones and all are delicious! The beer list is INCREDIBLE! My all time favorite is Triton, a stout peanut butter brew that will blow your mind! read more

The brisket and wings are the best I've tasted. If you love wings, you have to give Doc's a try. They smoke the wings and they are delicious with a glass of beer. The owner is one hell of a guy. He donated quite a bit to Officer Pacheco's fundraiser. He is a very generous businessman. read more

Food was good, my issue we had was we accidentally went when hawks were playing and had to wait an hour to sit at the bar to eat. read more

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Love this place! Food is really good. I love the beer selections. Service is always outstanding. My favorite here is the turkey. Highly recommend! read more

Best bbq in the area. The wait staff are very attentive to the needs of the customer. The BBQ will melt in your mouth and make you keep wanting more. This is a stop that I WILL recommend to anybody that asks. read more

When we moved to the area from the south, I really missed southern style BBQ. I found Docs and have loved it! I love the smoked wings! The pulled pork and brisket is delicious. I also highly recommend the Brussel Sprouts when they have them on special. read more

The first time I came here we had excellent service at the bar. Decided to come back with the family and ordered the Meat Coma for everyone to split, the room was room temperature at best & was re-made & delivered sans ketchup & bread (which sucked for our waitress because.... guess what the kids wanted). All in all, once we got hot food it tasted great! read more

I drove from Chicago because I had been here before and the food was good. But I am only giving the 3 stars because we got 2 dinners and it comes with 2 sides each but we did not get any silverware with the orders at all!!! We were told that you have to request those!!! We are in the down pour of the coronavirus and there were no napkins!!! Really!!! It's better to just eat inside as I did before and stay clear of the pick up orders! No longer one of my favorite spots!!!. read more

When traveling to Indiana you normally don't think BBQ, well this stop will change your mind!!! What a great hometown spot that can fulfill a need for some great BBQ!! Our bartender/server Melina was outstanding and that was only the beginning. The food was outstanding and they top that off with a beer selection that could rival most big city breweries!! The service provided to us was great, and being a Mississippi State fan I was told the owner was a hard core Auburn fan, and I didn't even mind!!! He has brought some of that down south BBQ experience to the great white north, and it has worked out perfectly!! I highly recommend this place to anyone who's traveling through or making a stay in the greater Chicago area. read more

Beer selection AMAZING, service was fantastic but food didn't quite hit the mark. Pulled pork was good, sausage was good, but the brisket was dry and not as tender as I would like, along with the ribs. Baked beans had great flavor, potato salad just ok. We tried a little of everything even flights of beer and bourbon. If I was to go back it would be for the beers and maybe try the wings. read more

Seriously, I could eat the turkey, wings and sausage for every meal. And the beer and bourbon list is ridiculous. The best in the region!

A new, and clean place. The staff is friendly. I feel for the money, you don't get enough meat. BBQ is why I came here. I ordered a beef brisket platter. I got 4, thin slices of brisket and a huge portion of fries. It was like paying for a large portion of fries. read more

The pulled pork was delicious with the sweet and spicy taste of the Doc's specialty sauce. The lemonade was very sweet. The mac and cheese was very delicious and went well with the pulled pork. This is how ribs are supposed to be served, four bones, two sides, and any sauce of your choice. For two of my ribs I used Doc's special sauce, a blend of sweet and spicy. For my other two ribs I mixed the Alabama, basically ranch dressing, with the Texas, a spicy sauce, which balanced the two flavors perfectly, giving me a great dining experience. read more

We had take out. We had the rib tips, chili, brisket and pulled pork sandwich. The sandwiches were cold including the bun. The service was quick and courteous but I would not go again. The pulled pork sandwich and rib tips were full of fat. I really wanted to like this place too but I will stick with Q-BBQ in Schererville. The sauce was better too. read more

You should definitely try this place. The service is exceptional. The waitstaff is knowledgeable, friendly, and very attentive. The owner even came out to get us and made sure we had everything we needed. Don't leave without trying the Turkey. It was flavorful and tender. I highly recommend it. The pineapple drink is amazing! read more

Tried to use a Groupon, but they no longer accept them. So I have to go back to Groupon for a refund. We just had the pigskin platter and beer. Food was good beer selection even better. Don't know if I'll come back as it was a long drive for BBQ. read more

Awful. Staff is horrible. Shape up. Very unfriendly. Food is sub par and not worth the money. I won't be going back. Management needs to learn to manage and be professional. read more

For NWI the BBQ is pretty spot on. I have to say their brisket was done right which is unusual for north of the Mason-Dixon. They got the burnt edge just right. We shared the meat sampler platter and there wasn't a bad item on the dish. My favorite was the sausage, the spice is great. The manager was saying they source all their meat locally except the sausage which is from Wisconsin. No complaints here. The service was spot on, the restaurant is clean and the prices aren't bad for that much protein. I gives this place a two thumbs up! read more

Love this place!! I'm a vegetarian and only get the fried pickles but they are by far the best I've ever had. My boyfriend has gotten the ribs a couple of times and he loves them. Definitely recommend. read more

Nothing but consistently good service here. The beer selection is awesome and their smoked anything will knock your socks off!

I've lived in Texas for awhile and this place would fit right in! In fact, the brisket here is better than some of the joints I used to visit when living in Austin! Awesome dishes, drinks, and great servers all around. Best BBQ in the region. read more

Doc's Smokehouse - Veggje and pescatarian options too for those who are looking to be in the lighter side. But those fries...omg. - Barbeque Near Me - Dyer, Indiana

I went with a group for lunch on Valentine's and service was great, but food was just okay. Sandwiches, meat was barely warm and the buns were cold so therefore the sandwiches were cold. read more

LOVE coming here. Best place in town. Food is fantastic, love all the beers on tap. Friendly staff.

we got there half an hour after they opened so we got seated very fast and our food came out within 10 minutes. the sandwiches were a little expensive for just being meat on a bun, but the quality of the meat was very good. the waitress was a little overwhelming. she would ask if we're were ready to order and when we declined she stood waiting and pressured us into ordering right away. read more