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    His Place Eatery

    4.5 (855 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Bruce F.

    I stopped in this place over the weekend just for the peach cobbler. You definitely taste the sugar first, then the peaches. It's more of a comfort dessert than a fresh-fruit-forward one. The peaches were slices cooked down and soft, not firm or crunchy. When it comes to good cobbler, the crust is the real star! The crust was somewhere between soft and doughy. I just wished I could have more of it as is tends to soak up the syrupy flavor. This was good but not something to eat regularly......

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    Julie W.

    Stopped on a Sunday afternoon and experienced one of the best Southern/soul restaurants I've eaten at. The smoked meatloaf was delicious- very unique! The bourbon creamed corn was also yummy. In fact everything we tried was house made and very good. The service was efficient and friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is casual.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Chopped brisket sandwich, macaroni cheese, baked beans
    Riley S.

    Absolutely amazing. From the outside you'd never know it was have the most delicious food in the city. Everything we tried cleared expectations by a mile. Staff is super friendly, enough seating but they don't take large parties. I'll be back!

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    Dani J.

    Placed a takeout order online on a Saturday afternoon and was given an approximate time for pickup. The three meals were ready earlier than anticipated. I got the fried catfish, greens, and candied sweet potatoes. Everything was good. My only dislike was the abundance of stems in the collards green. The food was seasoned well and the portions were hearty. I also tried the smothered pork chops. Very tender and perfect. This is my go to spot when I want some soul food.

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    Jay D.

    This is by far my favorite place to eat in the Indianapolis area. They have two locations, one in the east side which is the original and one on the north side near 86th and Ditch rd. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Both locations have the same great food but the northside location is newer and more modern.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I usually always get the same thing. 4 chicken wings with mashed potatoes, cabbage and macaroni and cheese. The wings are phenomenal as is the macaroni and cheese. I have eaten nothing here that I didn't love. I usually get the Carrot cake but they were out so I got the peach cobbler. This is delicious but super rich and sweet, and you get a lot. I probably ate about 4-5 bites and I was done. This restaurant is as close as it gets to the food I grew up on in Florida and Alabama. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Take your family and friends they won't be disappointed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Turkey and  meatloaf dinners
    Shelly R.

    The smoked meatloaf was good but the sauce was really good. They were out of ribs and brisket so we will have to come back. The bourbon corn was different than any corn I ever ate. It was very good as was the Mac and cheese. Tracy was an excellent waitress, everyone in the place was super friendly. The red velvet waffle was delish!

    Fried Chickenchicken
    Jayden D.

    Overall pleased with our visit to His Place Eatery. When we entered, we were quickly greeted and sat. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was busy for a Saturday night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server, B, was on it throughout the night. She was especially good with our son by making him a balloon glove to keep him occupied. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place felt clean, and more of a hole in the wall vibe (which I don't mind)[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My wife and I split fried chicken dinner, and a turkey manhattan. The turkey manhattan wasn't anything to write home about. The fried chicken was crispy, and had an excellent amount of seasoning on the skin. The mashed potatoes were homemade, and didn't taste like they came out of a box. The dressing was moist, but wasn't anything I was super excited about. Overall, would return, but would skip getting the turkey manhattan.

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    Sarah D.

    We just had the best lunch experience here today. We popped in about 30 minutes after they opened and were created with such lovely smiles. We were seated quickly and were offered drinks right away. My son ordered a sweet tea and it was delicious, with a hint of lemon and just the perfect balance of sweetness. We each ordered combo plates so that we could share as many sides as possible. Everything we tried was delicious. My son opted for the bourbon, corn pudding, and the server offered him a sample, saying that people either loved it or hated it. I really appreciated that she gave him the opportunity to try it before ordering. He loved it. Overall great experience.

    Smoked Meatloaf with collard greens, mac & cheese, and cornbread with strawberry butter
    Maya H.

    Landed in Indianapolis, found this restaurant on Tiktok and decided to stop by before heading to Purdue for an event and I will be back. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere gave very homey vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was so good - nice, attentive and recommended some great items. First, the Uptown - which is their twist on an Arnold Palmer - 10/10. Loved it so much I had to get one to go. I then had the meat loaf with collard greens, Mac & cheese and cornbread with strawberry butter. The meat loaf was so good and I haven't had meat loaf in years. The collard greens??? If you don't get them, just cancel the whole meal because they were so so good. I was not a fan of the Mac & cheese but the cornbread was really good especially after adding the strawberry butter. I also had the banana pudding to go and it was freshly made. I would definitely be back and would surely recommend His Place Eatery!

    Fried Pork Chops
    Shemin L.

    the food was sososoooo good no notes. loved eating the sides (esp dressing, yams, beans, & greens) the rib tips & catfish was my favorite mains. looking at the pictures makes me miss this place. the service was also really fast and our server was very attentive even though it was busy. 10/10

    Southern Fried Chicken Entree (4 wings). Sides of Mac & Cheese and Cabbage.  Corn bread.
    Kendell M.

    Best soul food I have had in Indianapolis since V's closed. I have been here probably 4-5 times and they consistently provide a great meal. I have tried the fried pork chops, fried catfish, and fried chicken wings. All of them are perfectly seasoned and breaded. My go-to is the fried catfish. They provide two large filets of catfish with the meal. All portions are worth the price paid. They do not skimp on the portions. The greens and cabbage are always cooked to the right tenderness and the mac & cheese is great. Everyone I introduce to this place ends up loving it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It has a diner/small business feel on the inside. There are some TVs on through the place also[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. The service is always spot on, starting with the warm greetings walking into the restaurant. The wait staff are attentive and will let you dine at your own speed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is usually pretty full when I have been around lunch, so you may want to try and get there on an off-hour.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] However, I have only had to wait once at this location, and it was not for long. Highly recommend this place and I cannot wait to keep trying new menu items.

    Smothered Chicken with dressing and greens
    Kim E.

    When I tell you.....this was an experience????? OMG! Everything me and my boyfriend ordered was amazing. I ordered the red velvet chicken and waffles and he ordered buffalo chicken salad and the smothered chicken. My sides were macaroni and cheese and greens. His sides were dressing and greens. So amazing. We don't eat pork so it was a bonus that we were able to eat the greens as they are seasoned with Smoked Turkey. The customer service was top tier. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience was great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The presentation of the food was something you'd see at a five star restaurant. Perfection! We highly recommend this restaurant for people who desire excellence. PS...the price point was extremely reasonable and the food portion was high !!!

    Chicken & Waffles with Mac & Cheese and French Fries with a Fruit Punch to Drink
    Brenda L.

    We were a walk in and it was 19 of us which could be overwhelming because they only do large tables of 7. The server was excellent, the food was great, we didn't have a long wait at all. Friendly staff. 10/10 for me.

    Pork Chop with collard greens and bourbon creamed corn.

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    Amazing food! Friendly, fantastic service. Good ambiance, but you really need to go for the food!

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    8 months ago

    The fried chicken and the ribs are both delicious. I like to support local businesses, and it is easy when they have a great product.

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    11 months ago

    EXCELLENT food and service! The BEST catfish in town and the yams...OMYUMMINESS... they literally melt in your mouth!

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    11 months ago

    Food was great, [[HIGHLIGHT]]vibe was great[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], service was even better! had the best waitress Neonie! she was awesome!!!

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    Food was out of this world, service was impeccable, atmosphere was awesome. Don't let the place fool you. It's good

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    1 year ago

    Delicious. I wish I hadn't waited so long to visit. His place is now a monthly destination.

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    The food was fantastic, and all the people working here were friendly and helpful. I look forward to eating here again.

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    Ask the Community - His Place Eatery

    When will the 86th and Ditch location be opening?

    We’re in the final stages of our build out. Hopefully, by the end of June or early July. Thanks

    Do they have instagram?

    Yes, unfortunately our Instagram /Facebook accounts were hacked and we’re working on getting the accounts recovered.

    Are the ribs pork or beef?

    The ribs are pork. Thanks

    Has anyone had this catered? Thinking of having this place cater a wedding but wanted input!

    If people are saying this place has better chicken than Maxine's, I have to try it!!! Do you think their chicken is better than Maxine's & how are the ribs?

    Amy, we are flattered by the thought of having the best chicken in Indy, I must say that Maxine's chicken is wonderful. We think it's great that there are multiple local restaurants in town that serve really good chicken... No good, better or best… 

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    Smokin' Barrel BBQ

    Smokin' Barrel BBQ

    4.6
    (78 reviews)
    6.4 mi

    This was definitely a different setup compared to most. This small establishment is run out of the…read moreSertoma Community Center on the southeast side of the Indy Metro area. It does not look as though you are entering a restaurant when you approach, but you are. I think they are configured more for takeout, but they have access to the large event area with cafeteria-style seating. So there is plenty of room to eat in if you'd prefer (which we did). The hours seem a little limited so be sure to check before you go. The menu, including the specials, is on a white board as you walk in. The selection is streamlined, BBQ-dominated and carnivore-oriented (other than the sides). The system is a walk-up and order from the kitchen doorway. My wife chose the Pulled Pork Sandwich with Baked Beans while I opted for the Chopped Chicken Sandwich with Kickin Coleslaw. The food was very good. The proprietors were very friendly and engaging, and that was a plus. The prices were quite reasonable. With drinks and tip, it was about $14 each. My wife actually took enough away from hers for another meal, so it was a good deal. Our daughter and son-in-law live close, so we hope to try this place again when we visit.

    I would like to start off by saying the staff was incredible, very friendly from the time we walked…read morein. We ordered 1/2 rack of ribs, brisket, and pulled pork. Sides consist of Mac n cheese, fries and banana pudding. 1/2 rack of ribs - Excellent Pulled pork - Excellent Banana Pudding - Excellent Mac~N~Cheese - Excellent Brisket - I made the mistake of getting chopped brisket, I feel as the sliced brisket would have been an entirely different review. I tried the brisket and didn't eat it after the initial first bite as I liked the pulled pork better.

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    Bar-B-Q Heaven

    Bar-B-Q Heaven

    3.3
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    Been coming here for years. It is a staple in Indy for ribs, and BBQ in general. My go-to orders…read moreare the rib tips and the pig feet. You can order the meat only or get a dinner that includes 2 sides and your choice of bread (white, wheat, or cornbread). They provide very generous portion sizes. The rib tips are the best that I have had in Indy thus far. They are tender and the seasoning they use is delicious. You could eat them without any sauce. However, the sauce is what takes it over the top for me. They offer sweet, medium, hot, or they will mix the sauces for you. The hot has a pretty good kick as a warning if you are sensitive to spice. I recently tried the Bar B Q bun, which is essentially a pulled pork sandwich. The pork is finely shredded and the sauce is poured on top of the pork. It's almost a fork and knife sandwich, as the bottom bun gets soaked in the sauce. Their sides have definitely reduced in quality over the years. I recently tried the mac and cheese and greens. As a note, they only have greens Friday - Sunday and they often times run out on Sunday if you do not get there early. The mac and cheese was dry and had little flavor. The greens, which used to be my favorite in the city, reminded me of cooked spinach and weren't seasoned. The service remains great. With the amount of people waiting while I was there, they were friendly and efficient. I wanted to order chess pie and there were not any readily available behind the counter. They told me they had some coming out of the oven in the kitchen if I was willing to wait and they brought it over once done. It is carry-out only, so be prepared to take it elsewhere to eat. You can call ahead to place your order as well.

    We went for lunch today- everything tasted great. The staff were kind and helpful. They have a…read morepatio you can eat on but we took it to go. I got the BBQ bun dinner with mac and cheese and green beans. I liked the flavor of it all. I wish I got the sauce on the side for the sandwich as my bun was drenched by the time I ate it. I will come back!

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