MJ's Backyard BBQ & Catering

Indianapolis, IN · Barbecue restaurant

Rating
4.6/5
★★★★★ 4.6
Reviews
20
Rank in Indianapolis
#178
of 2200 restaurants
City Percentile
75%
rating percentile
Address
MJ's Backyard BBQ & Catering, 980 N Post Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46219
Phone
(317) 772-1819
Website
www.facebook.com/share/1XsjFT197x
Status
Opens soon · 11 AM

MJ's Backyard BBQ & Catering is a restaurant located in Indianapolis, IN. It is one of 2,200 restaurants listed in Indianapolis. Its 4.6-star rating is above the Indianapolis city average of 4.1 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

Hours

Saturday11 AM–5 PM
SundayClosed
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11 AM–6 PM
Thursday11 AM–6 PM
Friday11 AM–6 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Kaleigh Davis · Dec 2025

They just opened inside a new building by Walgreens at 10th and Post on the east side so I've been wanting to check them out! They were SO GOOD! I had my husband stop in and told him to just get something since they don't have an online menu yet. He would up getting a pound of brisket with 2 shareable sides - green beans and mac and cheese. It came with 2 sauces (mild and spicy) and everything totaled about $35. The brisket was very tender and well seasoned, and the fatty parts fell right off. The mac and cheese was next level cheesey, and the green beans were seasoned so good. Looking forward to seeing what else they have!

★★★★★ 5.0 Ileen weiner · Jan 2026

We ordered takeout from here and I cannot say enough about their food! Probably the best barbecue that I’ve had in Indianapolis. We got brisket, ribs, Mac and cheese, beans and greens. They were about to close up for the day but they accommodated us and another customer. Very nice people to do business with. I would have taken pictures but we couldn’t stop eating it! Even my 6 year old granddaughter (doesn’t eat meat), who is extremely picky loved their beans and mac and cheese! Would 1000% recommend

★★★★★ 5.0 mackenzie cobb · Aug 2025

I was working in the area near where this family owned BBQ joint was catering. A very kind man (possibly the owner) came up and gave me ribs, chicken and banana bread pudding for free!! I am not kidding when I say the banana pudding is the best I’ve ever had. The ribs and chicken were perfectly cooked and sauced. I will be a customer of theirs in the future. I’m pretty sure I will be craving this banana pudding every day!!

★★★★★ 5.0 Dae Rose · Feb 2026

12/10 great meat, sides, service, sauce everything great. Highly recommend

★★★★★ 5.0 Alaina Smith · Jan 2026

Do NOT miss out on this! I had the brisket with hot bbq on the side and oh my Lord. It was delicious! The greens were so good, make sure to get a med or a large cause a small will leave you craving for more! My husband had the baby back ribs with hot bbq slathered on top and he didn’t let any go to waste! He said the beans were the best he’s ever had. Had strawberry cheese cake for a dessert and it didn’t disappoint. We will be going back for sure! The staff was super friendly especially the young lady that took our order .Hands down THE BEST bbq We have had . New east side favorite!

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Delivery ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Serves Local Specialty ✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Comfort Food ✓ Quick Bite ✓ Catering ✓ Dessert ✓ Casual ✓ Accepts Reservations ✓ Debit Cards

Services

Barbecue restaurant

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