City Barbeque

Great personalities. Samples? Really? Ribs. Pulled chicken. Corn pudding (my favorite) green beans. Collard greens so good someone didn’t want to share You know how folks say their Mac n’ cheese is like crack, I don’t know about that but I do know it sure was GOOD!

Went in after work on Saturday, I wanted to get some smoked wings so we both got them and an order of corn pudding. Both were delicious! Their original bbq sauces were delicious as well.

Today was our first time visiting City Barbeque in downtown, and unfortunately, it will also be our last. I went with my children, and the entrance door was unlocked and wide open, which led us to believe the restaurant was open. We walked in and stood near the back to look at the menu for about two minutes. A gentleman from the back of the restaurant eventually told us they were closed, so we politely apologized and began walking out. As we were leaving, a Hispanic man wearing pink headphones suddenly began yelling across the kitchen, saying things like "people can’t read" and "how ignorant people are." His tone was loud, rude, and completely uncalled for—especially in front of children. He then came out of the kitchen and continued to speak directly at us with the same disrespectful attitude. I turned around and told him there was no need to speak to us in that manner. We had simply walked into an open business unaware they had closed. To make matters worse, another employee with dreadlocks also made comments about how "dumb" we were, and only then did someone who may have been a manager step in and attempt to apologize. By then, the damage had already been done—we felt insulted, embarrassed, and completely disrespected. This was an extremely disappointing experience, and I would never recommend this location to anyone. We didn’t even get to try the food, but based on how we were treated, I can’t imagine trusting the service or the environment. Customer service matters, and this was unacceptable on every level. If I could give zero stars, I would.

I'm from the East Coast. My first time in Indiana. The ribs were ok. The molasses is strong in their BBQ sauce. The collard greens were ok I don't care for vinegar. I'm use to eating them with Smoked turkey tails or ham hocks. Corn Pudding is good. Brisket with baked beans was good.

The ribs were spot on... sause very good service was excellent

Came to Indianapolis for a concert, and decided to get something to eat before the show started. We decided on City Barbecue. This is the first time we ever ate here. Absolutely phenomenal! The service is amazing. The employees are kind, caring, and everyone is smiling. The atmosphere is completely different from outside of the restaurant. Outside the hustle and bustle of Downtown Indy. Inside, calm, cool, and comfortable. Now on to the food. Everything we ate was so delicious. Jealous that my home town doesn’t have this place. Highly recommend City Barbecue.

Friendly service and great BBQ food, will be back for sure!