If disappointment had a smell, it would be whatever's coming out of The Prized Pig. This place…read moresomehow turns barbecue, a cuisine built on patience, care, and flavor, into an expensive lesson in lowered expectations. The meat arrives dry, tired, and joyless, like it's been reheated emotionally as well as physically. Each bite feels less like a meal and more like an obligation. Smoke without flavor, seasoning without purpose, and textures that make you wonder if the kitchen has ever experienced moisture. The sauces don't enhance anything, they just sit there, confused, desperately trying to distract you from the fact that the food underneath is beyond saving. For the prices they charge, you'd expect something memorable. And it is memorable, just not in the way they're hoping. You'll remember how much you paid, how little you enjoyed it, and how fast you wished you'd gone literally anywhere else. This is the rare restaurant where you regret ordering while you're still chewing. The atmosphere tries to sell "rustic farm charm" but delivers "neglected barbecue joint that mistook vibes for effort." It's not cozy, it's not charming, and it certainly isn't worth planning a meal around. I wish I could give this place ZERO stars. The Prized Pig isn't just bad barbecue, it's aggressively mediocre, which somehow feels worse. If you value flavor, money, or happiness, do yourself a favor and keep driving. This is not a destination. It's a warning.

My uncle & I visited the prized pig and we were ordering there at the prized pig but eating the…read morefood at home. I like eating at home more than at a restaurant. I got the ribs with fries and macaroni and cheese. The ribs came with a couple containers of bbq sauce and that sauce they make is so good it definitely made my ribs even better than they were. I think the price was about the same as other restaurants near by and the amount of food you get was a good amount I was pleased by it and so was my uncle. It looks very clean there and the wait staff was friendly.

Good food great time. Beer was great and the service was excellent. We will be back. Close to the…read morecity and the University.

We ordered a smoked turkey for Thanksgiving. The bird was excellent. I will use Dusty Pig BBQ…read moreagain!

Damn good pork. Nice tables. Great counter service. They have a varied selection of chilled BBQ…read moresauces for your tasting pleasure.

Jesus Mary & Joseph! These were the best wings I've ever had, and I'm old. The sauces were…read moreamazing too. I can't wait to have their briskit.

Our waitress, Madison, was AWESOME! Super attentive and provided great recommendations. We had the…read moreribs and brisket - half lean and half fatty. She recommended the glaze for the ribs and it was excellent. She recommended the Cole slaw since she made it and it was excellent! Mac & Cheese was good too. Great ambiance, great food and great service! Thanks Madison!

I came in to Smoking Fatty's with my family back in July for my birthday and ordered myself a pound…read moreof brisket--both lean and fatty cuts. I've been smoking meats myself for well over a decade, so I was honestly pretty disappointed by what I got. The brisket had clearly been rewarmed in some kind of liquid that tasted heavily of liquid smoke. There was no rendered fat or tallow on the surface--just a watery "broth" that left the meat bland. The bark was decent, but it got soft from sitting in the liquid. The flat wasn't tough, but definitely wasn't tender either. It needed more time on the smoker to break down the collagen. The real issue was with the point slices. What I got had nearly ¾ inch of solid fat left on it--should've been trimmed better--and it was sliced way too thin, thinner than a wood pencil. That cut should be served thick to showcase the richness, not shaved like deli meat. I'm not the type to normally complain to my waitress, but she cleared nearly half a pound of brisket off my plate without asking a single question, which surprised me. I know stuff happens and not every cook is perfect. But this was pretty bad for a bbq joint owned by a company with multiple restaurants here in Elkhart.

The best ribs and other barbecue special items it's a brisket and chicken are excellentread more

It was freezing with a vent blowing cold air right at me. It continued with iced tea that was…read morebeyond its prime. It seemed like the waitress even knew what I was going to say about it. I asked for a Diet Coke instead. The menu doesn't say it would be a can of soda. $3.25 for a can of soda is ridiculous as it is not like they need to make up their costs someplace as the food is not inexpensive. I ordered the burnt brisket tips and fries. More than half of my serving of brisket was pure fat. I am not afraid of a little fat, but this was literally full pieces of wobbly fat, without even a hint of meat. The sauce was good and the brisket I did have was also good. The fries could have been good if they were not so loaded with salt. I love salt and I routinely salt things. The amount of salt on these fries was beyond anything I have experienced before. The place was packed...I hope they were all first timers. I really typically try to support local, non-chain restaurants, but I will not be back! Mission BBQ here we come. Over $50 for two and I left hungry and disappointed.

Walked in for carry out. Randy and his crew were fantastic. Try the brisket chili, smoked Mac and…read morecoleslaw.

Had a brisket sandwich with bacon Swiss cheese mushroom absolutely amazing no barbecue sauce…read morerequired also had a smoked mac & cheese. Could've been a little premier but tasty. I will definitely be back when I'm in town.

The service was great. The food was awesome and for a decent price. Would definitely recommend…read morechecking them out and trying the Olive burger and the beef brisket sandwich

We decided after a day of wandering around the ND campus that barbecue would be a nice change. We…read morefound this place after a short search on Google Maps. It is a small unpretentious place right on Main Street in Nikes, Michigan where we are staying. Our server told us that baby back ribs had just come out of the smoker, so we each ordered a half rack with sides. These ribs were absolutely delicious. If you are looking for a simple place with terrific food, this is the place to try. By the way, Jim's hot sauce was absolutely delicious and added depth to the ribs. Really, really good!

Excellent little side-of-the-road BBQ joint on US-20 in Chesterton just minutes from the Indiana…read moreDunes State Park beach and campground. I have driven by this place dozens of times since moving to the area and we finally visited. Man, I was missing out! Smokey's is some legit BBQ! It is cash only and even has a sign available for when they run out of that day's barbecue. The pulled pork was perfect and my wife and kids enjoyed their platter of brisket and pulled pork. Traditional sides include homemade coleslaw, baked beans, rolls and potatoes. Everything was fresh and delicious! I also enjoyed a cup of their brisket vegetable soup with my pulled pork sandwich. The sauce options were equally good, including sweet BBQ, hot mustard, mild sauce and hot sauce. Also loved seeing a sign from Kid Rock's visit declaring the "best little grub shack this side of Detroit." We will definitely be coming back and I highly recommend Smokey's to anyone visiting the area. They also offer carry out, so perfect for taking back to your campsite at the Dunes!

A place I would recommend and take anyone! Such good food (highly recommend the Ruben) and the…read moreservice is just wonderful and personable.

Prime Smoked Meats definitely knows how to smoke a brisket. The meat was flavorful and had a smoke…read moreflavor. The sidewinder fries had good seasoning and a great crunch. Dipping in liquid gold (cheese sauce) was a nice touch. The coleslaw had a good flavor and good crunch. White bread, pickles, and onions are available on the side. Drink options are canned sodas and bottled water. There are lots of interesting sounding sandwiches available too. Service was good. The dining area is small but had a variety of seating options. Overall I liked it. My only dislikes were just personal preference. I prefer a sweeter, less vinegary bbq sauce, and I like a finer cut on my cabbage in coleslaw.

I come to Valpo for work multiple times a month and my waterline probably wouldn't suffer so bad if…read moreI didn't come here every single time I'm in town. The brisket is absolutely delicious as is everything I've had here. The blue velvet is amazing as well. Staff is super nice and always willing to help out. Highly highly recommend checking this place out if you're in town.

Wow, great vibe here and our waitress was on top of her game. The drinks were kept full and never…read morehad to ask for more. The restaurant is clean and welcoming. My friend and I met for lunch and had a great experience. The combo platters that we both got were amazing. The Q was served quickly and fresh. the sides were great too. I wish I had room for dessert because they all looked amazing. Come hungry for sure. When visiting this area I will definitely return for another great meal.

The restaurant was an old Long John Silvers that had been converted. You could still tell as it…read moreneeds updated. However the food is amazing. We ordered the smoked turkey breast sandwich and rib tips and brisket with fries and coleslaw. The brisket and the smoked turkey were some of the best we've ever had. The rib tips were up there too but the others stood out. The cole slaw was just average. The 2 bbq sauces were amazing and I believe those were the only two they had. The employees were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back when in the area.