I had a great experience attending a recent Tinned Fish Tasting at Public Smokehouse. I checked in with the young woman tending the register and she gave me the lay of the land as well as a souvenir tasting fork of my choice. There were a few designs to choose from: a lobster, an oyster, and a fish, from what I can recall. She also introduced me to our gracious host for the evening, Nolan, who was running the show. Nolan is a big ball of energy and a joy to be around. He set the vibes to light, fun and whimsical and I really appreciated that. Everyone moved around the room freely, visiting all of the tasting stations that were set up with whimsical, hand-drawn decorations on the paper tablecloths (much like that seen on the Pinterest commercial). There were 6 different ones, all with multiple options at each station. I tried sardines, razor clams, pickled ramps, an entire array of Fishwife tinned items, mustards, seafood dip that is made in-house, oysters, the list goes on. They also introduced me to an Indiana-based soda company call Bollygood, with Indian-inspired flavors. I love, love, love the Lime Basil Cumin flavor. I wasn't too sure about that combo, but it was delicious and super-refreshing. It smelled like a taco...but didn't taste like one! The Lemon Mango Turmeric was really good too. I also enjoyed the demonstrations lead by Chef Amber. She also has a light that was a pleasure to witness. I could just tell that she really loves what she does. While she does not work there, she still gets to come back for the fun stuff (her words). She has been a huge influence on the whole tinned fish movement at the smokehouse and develops recipes and curates these events alongside Nolan and the team. I loved both recipes that were shared with us and her enthusiasm to show us how we can elevate the tinned fish beyond the can. We mingled. We made friends. I spent a pretty penny on several of the delicious items that I was introduced to. I look forward to attending more events here in the future. read more

Attended their Behind the Scenes Charcuterie Tour and Tasting event last weekend. This was a great experience. The retail market was small but packed with a lot of products. Here are my takeaways: Tour: Once we got our health and safety standards attire, we made our way through the warehouse tour. So interesting to see each step of the process. Affordable way to spend a Saturday morning and you can try some cool charcuterie meats like a fancy person. Shop/Product Reviews: As mentioned before,the retail shop is packed with products. Plenty of items to make a gorgeous charcuterie board and tasting plates. I did try a sample of the gin and juice salami, which I did not like. I found 4 great items that I will probably purchase again in the future: Big Red Salami made with Wagyu, Soprosseta, Tulip Tree Trillium Cheese and the amazing confection...Miso Bacon Caramel Bar. That and the Soprosseta stole my heart. Go there, try samples, buy what makes you smile, and live each day to the fullest! read more

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Love this place. The staff was very sweet, I told them I didn't eat pork and they created a charcuterie cone without pork and it was delicious. This is a great place for a charcuterie board ideas and has many more things inside you can choose from. Inside was very clean and organized. They also have different nuts, meats and cheeses to choose from. read more

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Our 1st time visiting the smokehouse was on a Saturday for a YELP event! What a fantastic place! The ladies working were very sweet, helpful, and very accommodating. They were offering FREE sample of Tasso, a limited edition flat iron steak only available once a year. It was soooo tender and delicious we just had to take some home! The place was very clean and well organized . We got several other meats to take home and try. We will definitely be returning! read more

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I was here for a Yelp event a couple of weeks ago and picked up some of the plain hot smoked salmon while I was there and oh wow, this was the best I've had since a trip to Seattle. It was so flavorful and truly had a smoked flavor with char marks on the skin; I.knew I needed more. They were out of the plain kind when I stopped by today, so I bought a cajun spice kind and cherry butter variety. They have cold smoked and cured varieties as well, but at the moment I seem hooked on their hot smoked salmon. I also bought some of the "kitchen sink" sausages on my last trip and they were delicious on the grill. I picked up some charcuterie on this trip along with some treats for a gift basket I'm putting together; they have Frittle, local jams and their own flavor mix of popcorn. I love that they have parking next to the shop; parking lots get bonus points in my book! They also have a rewards program; once you earn 500 points you get a $25 gift card. I need to come back to stock up on freezer items too once I clear out some real estate in my freezer. Staff are friendly and helpful. And....just have to mention...first review was by Ken N. and looks like he came the first day they opened and loved it. All of us Indy Yelpers who have been around a bit definitely remember Ken N and it's always nice to still see his reviews helping point out great local businesses. read more

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I visited the first time during a Yelp event about a year ago and fell in love. Each time I go I'm greeted by a knowledgeable and enthusiastic "friend", and every visit has been a pleasure. During my most recent visit, Piper gave me a culinary tour of the shop, and I was lucky enough to try tons of new & seasonal additions to the store. Together with Amber, the two gave me their favorites and recommendations based on my shopping list. I wish I could do all of my shopping here. My favorite thing about the Smokehouse is the local and small batch sourcing and the food gems that are impossible to find elsewhere. A must-visit. read more

I've been a fan of Smoking Goose since I moved to Indy a few years ago. I used to check out their warehouse sales, then they made the meatery but I didn't get to check it out cause of covid. Finally got to go. It's a small store but it's packed with goodies. The standout feature is the fill a box freezer sale. You literally fill a small or large box with as much stuff from the freezer for a set price (small $50, large $85). What an awesome deal! If you pack your box well you easily get well over the box price. I got to try several different things for much cheaper than usual. Wish they'd have such a deal for items in the rest if the store. read more

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Love the local selection and quality of what they offered. The staff was very helpful as the selection could be overwhelming and different from normal. Their recommendations was definitely what helped when selecting from the freezer sale. I also liked the little "nook" of merchandise! I've seen smoking goose in many amazing restaurants and was glade to visit and get items from their store front. read more

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The Smoking Goose offers on-site charcuterie and small plates at its Public Smokehouse concept.  When you enter Smoking Goose, you can select from a "build your own" charcuterie option board, with the smallest portion serving 1-2 for $15. The two (2) of us chose the smallest $15 option, where you mix n' match whatever three (3) items you prefer under the cheese, meat, or seafood categories.  We chose a delicious Kenny's Farmhouse gouda, smoked trout, and lomo (cured pork loin).  The charcuterie plate also came with a spicy mango chutney jam, an assortment of pickled veggies (such as delicious curry-pickled cauliflower), and crunchy olive-oil toasted bread points. There were a bunch of interesting small plates to choose from, such as gin-soaked olives with blue cheese and octopus with chorizo, but we decided upon the creamy smoked seafood dip with capers and pickled onions.  The dip was very rich, but lemon zest was thoughtfully micro-planed on top it; the brightly flavored zest, capers, and pickled onions helped to cut through the smoke and creaminess. The Smoking Goose staff were very friendly and descriptive in their answers, when we had questions about particular options or flavor profiles.  They checked in on us without being too obtrusive and obviously put a lot of care/attention into our plates. We thought the plating was beautiful and the portion size was generous for the price, especially when considering the flavor "bombs" that accompanied it.  Other local places charge similar (or more) for very sad-looking, poorer quality charcuterie with just a few slices of meat/cheese and no accompaniments. You can also add other Smoking Goose grocery items to your Public Smokehouse meal, such as quality tinned fish, jerkys, jams, or unique sodas/seltzers.   For seating options, there is a large wooden table that seats about eight (8) people inside or picnic tables outside;  not a lot of inside seating, but perhaps you'll meet a fellow charcuterie lover by sharing the table and bonding over cured meats and stinky cheese? Our only recommendation is that it'd be fantastic if raw oysters were also an option, like at the Goose the Market location off of Delaware...but that's only a minor quibble.  I'd highly recommend checking out Public Smokehouse if you'd like a different lunch time or afternoon snack option and want to try out new flavors (especially more of Smoking Goose's offerings).  We want to go back for octopus, smoked oysters, and more unique pickles. Afterwards, you can continue your regular Smoking Goose shopping; don't forget to check if a freezer sale is going on! read more

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If you liked Goose the Market before, you're going to love this new addition to their line up! They have expanded their main Dorman Street operations into the space that connects to the north (across from Rads Brewing). The new space is filled with a variety of items that include both their own packaged goods, their merchandise, and a number of other artisan products packaged and ready to go. But what makes this addition different is the smokehouse offerings. Here, you can see a counter that offers just about any kind of meat you may like that has been smoked for your convenience. I picked up smoked salmon (Lox) that I easily turned into a baked salmon (olive oil and oregano and heated for just a few minutes) that was full of flavor without the hassle of firing up a smoker/grill at home. They also had mackerel, prawns, octopus, scallops, and more in the display. The place also offers a wide variety of jerky. You can find a lot of meats from domestic animals as well as the seafood items I mentioned above. The line on opening day moved quickly with a steady flow of visitors. It did get a little crowded, but I assume that it won't be quite as busy after the initial opening, so you should be able to browse a little more easily. Parking is also easy since they have their own lot on the north side of the building. The place is easy to find with GPS, but be aware that it is located just outside of the downtown area where the interstates cut through. So, if you are coming from the east, use Michigan Street. From downtown, use New York Street to reach Dorman. Review #3610 read more

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I stopped by after work, and even with the rush hour traffic it was worth it! They also offer delivery, but I wanted to check it out in person. There's a lot I don't know about artisan meats and cheeses, but the people there were so friendly and helpful. The products are worth every penny! We're having fun getting their focaccia bread and other fine breads, cheeses, greens, pickles and onions and making sandwiches, topping crackers, a pizza or pasta, or adding to an omelet. The possibilities are endless! Indy is so fortunate to have a place like this. Thank you, so much Smoking Goose! read more

I'm sure the market area is nicer, but I was not at all impressed with the small plates. When I hear Public Smokehouse, I'm thinking smoked meat sandwiches. What they offer for small plates are a variety of seafood dishes.. it just doesn't make sense to me. read more