I decided that this needed a more Western feel to it, and the service is fast for…read more Y'all ever find yourselves meandering through Salem and craving a hearty meal that'd make a cowboy tip his hat in appreciation? Well, partner, you best steer your boots toward Smokin' Hawgs. Nestled in the old Main Street Pizza building, this joint might still be a work in progress, but it's already staking its claim as a local treasure. The inside seating might be on the cozy side, but don't let that fool you--there's ample room for comfort. And soon, a new patio with a gazebo will grace the front and side, offering a prime view of the creek that meanders beside it. While you're relaxin' and enjoyin' your meal, you'll also have a perfect view of the century-old courthouse in the town square, a grand piece of history that adds to the charm of this small town. Imagine sittin' under the gazebo, the sun setting over the horizon, and the gentle murmur of the creek as you savor every bite. That's the kind of experience Smokin' Hawgs is fixing' to offer. Now, let me tell y'all about the man behind the magic--Daryel. He's a dedicated chef and a fellow Masonic brother, rising with the rooster each morning to prepare the day's meats and sides. Every dish is crafted with pure love and passion, and it shows in every mouthful. **What we tried:** - **Brat Slider:** I took a bite, and it was like striking gold. Each morsel was a burst of flavor that had me wanting more. - **Pulled Pork Sandwich:** My wife saddled up to this dish, and let me tell ya, she's a tough critic. But this time, she cleaned her plate, leaving nary a crumb behind, except the bread. The pulled pork was plentiful, the baked beans were rich and savory, and the scalloped potatoes were creamy and delightful. - **4 Rib Meal:** My daughter chose this, and those ribs were tender as a gentle breeze, falling right off the bone. I had a taste of the beans--lip-smacking good, I tell ya. The ribs were seasoned to perfection, and each bite was a journey through flavor town. Daryel's signature sauces are the perfect sidekick to the star of the show--the meat. Each sauce complemented the flavors beautifully, adding a delightful kick that lingered on the taste buds. So, whether you're a local lookin' for your next favorite spot or just a traveler passing through, Smokin' Hawgs is worth every mile of the journey. With Daryel's dedication and the rustic charm of the place, you're in for a meal that's as memorable as a Western sunset. Giddy up and head on over to Smokin' Hawgs, where every meal is a culinary adventure crafted with heart and soul, all while takin' in the sights of the historic town square and its venerable courthouse.

Small town local eats prepared up fresh and tasty off the side lot smoker by a very friendly owner…read more Can't beat local hospitality, rural ambiance and delicious eats. BBQ and brisket are delicious with a big side of baked beans. Order at the counter, drinks come in a bottle at a premium price. The food price is reasonable and offers up lbs of meat to go. Go check them out and eat local or drive over to check this spot out. A few tables to eat inside or weather permitted you can eat on a picnic table or in a screened in gazebo

We had a great lunch. I enjoyed chick on top of large baked potatoes…read more We're going to try out brunch on Sundays!

Food quality and preparation are very good. Taste was phenomenal, had the salmon patties with cole…read moreslaw and the chicken salad croissant. Sweet tea is good, nice atmosphere, clean, friendly staff. They do a Sunday brunch buffet and the menu changes for the buffet every week. Look at their Facebook page for the menu on Sunday. Just do yourself a culinary favor and get those flavors!!!

There food good and at reasonable price. They are open breakfast and lunch.So go and check them out…read morefor yourself.

Loved this little hole in the wall restaurant. A simple menu and the locals flock to this place. I…read morehad the Dinner Bell Omelet, and the wife had the oatmeal. Both of us said the food and service were excellent. My coffee never cup got near empty. The menu has the basics, which is all that is needed. If you're in town and want a great breakfast, stop on in.

Rapidfire pizza was a nice pizza establishment that we visited when we were in the area. I got a…read morecrustless pizza with a spinach bottom and it was good. I must say I thought it was tasty toppings and my family enjoyed their pizza as well. I will be back. I recommend it.

Stopped by this place because it was located beside an ice cream store, and ended up trying the…read morepizzas. Lovely building and dining area, surprisingly fast pizza production time, (5-ish minutes!) and good pizza, particularly for the short wait. The crispy outer edge of the crust was my favorite part, where the cheese and dough and oil blend into an earthy patina.

First visit. Won't be the last!…read more Food was great, but the service was the best. A lot of restaurants in my neck of the woods often have just one person trying to take care of large area by themselves. There were no less than six people who passed by our table, all of them busy and interacting with customers. Once a party left the restaurant, someone immediately came to thoroughly clean the table and another person jumped in to set it up for the next customers.

Probably the worst Mexican food I have ever had in my life. The flavor was absolutely terrible. It…read morehad the most odd seasoning covering the chicken in a very thick layer. Also was charged $7 for one plain grilled chicken taco ala cart. Our drinks were served in carafes, assuming so they didn't have to get any refills. The order came out with shredded cheese when ordered without and the waitress stood at our table for a solid 5 min trying to correct it and reorder it on her hand held computer. Overall just an awful experience. Save your money and go somewhere else. Definitely would not go back.

Their pizza is awesome. On the thinner side and crispy. Also good specials now and then.read more

Cleanest bathrooms I've seen along state road 56. If you need to make a pit stop, ladies you can…read moreguarantee a clean place to go.

Cool restaurant. Menu selection was wide variety…read more Greeted and seated quickly. My meal selection was out standing. Normally, for me, either the beans or rice are not very good. They both were delicious. If we get back to the area we will return.

Located in Salem Indiana is a great little Mexican restaurant called El Caminos!…read morePrompt greet at the door, immediately seated at our table with ten guests. Chips and salsa on the table as the server took our drink order. The chips were fresh and the salsa was okay. We ordered our food, I had the burrito plate, it was fat and tasty and the presentation was very nice. The rest of the the guests ordered fajitas tacos and short ribs. No one complained! It was a very nice experience and I definitely recommend eating there.

This is one of the better restaurants to eat at in the Salem and Scottsburg area. Good service.read more

The Salem TumbleWeed was a nice surprise. I met my family for dinner and host directed to my…read moreparty, nice greet. The restaurant was clean the staff were eager to serve and the kitchen delivered hot food, not one bad dish. Our server listened to our orders and returned with exactly what we ordered. Our drinks stayed filled used dishes were taken away from the table we didn't have to ask for anything! Tumbleweed in Salem will quickly remind you how service used to be! I'll definitely go back. Oh I had the bow tie pasta and it was great, the chips were fresh the queso was hot ! Good dinner

Absolutely terrible, we ordered an online order and received our food with the completely wrong…read moretoppings on both of our sandwiches. I am really not sure how someone can screw that up, beats me. If I could give zero stars I would.

I struggle to give it 1 star, because there is a fellow who is very good, and very friendly…read more Unfortunately, he hasn't been working our last few times in. We've had newer employees who are unsure, a bit anxious, not communicating with us as they go, one young man with shaggy hair that he presses down under his visor, his hands are constantly going up to adjust his hat and his hair. The gloves are of no use if he keeps touching his head. I also paid using a coupon, and after the transaction was complete, I was able to see on the receipt that the price had not changed. I asked the young man about it, and he said he couldn't do it. That's almost the reason we chose Subway that day, to use that coupon. I noticed the one lady was filling online orders between physical customers, but she wasn't making any eye contact with us, or telling us it would be a moment while she fills the online order. We'd be happy to wait if we knew what was going on. Tips from someone who worked in food service: 1. Make eye contact with folks as they enter or approach. Let them know you're friendly and doing your best. 2. Don't rush to the point of making a mess of the sandwich. Details matter. Don't throw all the "falling off" toppings in the trash or on the floor. Put it back in the sandwich or paper! 3. Have employees arrange their hair properly before beginning their shift, so that it doesn't require constant adjusting. Tell them to be cognizant of NOT TOUCHING other things while preparing someone's food. That includes money, phone. If gloves need to be swapped out for clean, understand when to do that. 4. When folks are waiting, tell them "Thank you for waiting!" Avoid apologizing. It just hits people better to say Thank You. 5. Don't be a turtle, but go calmly enough to do a good sandwich. Folks want to know they're paying $8 for a worthy product. Especially for online orders, when the people aren't here to see if you're spreading the meat out, being chinsey with the lettuce, etc. 6. When the veggies look unfresh (a bit gooey), try to avoid those, and please make a mental note to find out why they look that way. Again, people want fresh product on their $8 sub. 7. When a customer pays and uses a coupon, please understand how to adjust the price. Coupons bring people in, so use them! Thank you to the Subway employees/ managers who do their very best! I know you want return customers, and I truly want to be one! Thank you for taking a couple moments to edit your approach, and raise the bar. :)

Took 20 minutes for take out order of one thing, whoever is putting the orders together rushed my…read moreorder and didn't even fill up the container with mashed potatoes. Floor was sticky and gross and the place smells. The food is only good when it's not burnt or dry from employees. The workers sometimes give mean looks, whoever owns this needs to do better.

Doesn't even deserve a one star. It deserves 0 stars. Horrible and rude workers. Told me my chicken…read morewould take 7 more minutes to cook if I go crispy chicken so i said i'll just get regular and a lady came on the microphone and screamed at me and my daughter yelling "we don't have original. We just got slammed with mobile orders and if you want that it'll be a 20 minute wait. she was very rude and unprofessional and i am not happy with my service. we sat there for at least 15 minutes waiting for our food to be served. multiple cars behind up just pulling out of the restaurant after talking to somebody at the window, looked like yelling to me. Never again will I come here. I am making a second review for just the food. Because this is horrible.