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SHIGS IN PIT BARBEQUE

(5.0 Score)
6250 Maplecrest Road,
Fort Wayne, IN 46835 Directions

Since 2012

Specialities:

✓One Meat Plate ✓Two Meat Plate ✓Rib and Meat Plate ✓Rib and Wing Dinner ✓Big Shig Platter ✓Rib Dinner ✓Half Slab Dinner ✓Full Slab Dinner ✓1 Lb Pulled Pork ✓1 Lb Chopped Chicken ✓1 Lb Sliced Brisket ✓1 Lb Burnt Ends ✓1 Lb Pit Ham ✓1 Lb Turkey Breast ✓1 Lb Sausage ✓Pulled Pork Sandwich ✓Sliced Brisket Sandwich ✓Burnt End Sandwich ✓Chopped Chicken Sandwich ✓Turkey Breast Sandwich ✓Pit Ham Sandwich ✓Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage Sandwich

" Shigs In Pit Barbeque is owned and operated by Jeff Neels. The restaurant prides itself on serving fresh, smoked St. Louis-style ribs and delectable BBQ. The restaurant is dedicated to offering high-quality dishes and excellent service at reasonable prices. The restaurant won 12 Time KCBS Grand Champions and 6 Time Reserve Grand Champions. All their customers can indulge in various smoked meats, award-winning BBQs, handcrafted beverages from Mad Anthony Brewing, and exceptional side dishes. One of their unique offerings is their apple pie-inspired baked beans, prepared with bacon, green pepper, onions, spices, and a signature addition of apple pie filling. The restaurant's experienced team, including catering and event supervisors, bartenders, and staff, ensures your special occasion is truly memorable. They offer casual and elegant buffet options and can customize a menu to suit your preferences.

2026 Highlights: Shigs In Pit Barbeque offers a consistent schedule of weekly food specials, brewery discounts, and a dedicated loyalty rewards program. "

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Best BBQ in Indiana by Visit Indiana (The Indiana Office of Tourism Development) in 2015
Eleven Grand Championships & Five Reserve Grand Championships by The Kansas City Barbecue Society (KCBS) 2005-2011
License #1996121010

Menu:

Wings & Things
5 Wings $7.49
10 Wings $14.99
20 Wings $29.99
Mac Attack $13.99
Sandwiches
Pulled Pork Sandwich $8.49
Sliced Brisket Sandwich $12.99
Burnt End Sandwich $12.99
Chopped Chicken Sandwich $8.99
Turkey Breast Sandwich $9.49
Pit Ham Sandwich $9.49
Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage Sandwich $9.49
Big Shig Pig $13.99
Bbq Dinner Plates
One Meat Plate $14.99
Two Meat Plate $18.99
Rib & Meat Plate $21.95
Rib & Wing Dinner $25.99
Big Shig Platter $42.99
Shigs Famous Ribs
2 Bones $6.49
4 Bones $12.99
6 Bones $16.49
12 Bones $29.99
Rib Dinner $16.95
Half Slab Dinner $22.99
Full Slab Dinner $32.95
Smoked Meats By The Pound
1 Lb Pulled Pork $15.99
1 Lb Chopped Chicken $16.99
1 Lb Sliced Brisket $22.99
1 Lb Burnt Ends $22.99
1 Lb Pit Ham $16.99

Discount:

Get a Smoked-To-Perfection Half Chicken Meal with Two Famous Sides and Crunchy Garlic Toast for $14.99 at Thursday & Sunday Special

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Contact:

(260) 222-8802 (260) 222-6704

Sun-Thu: 11am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 10pm

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MISSION BBQ FORT WAYNE

(4.9 Score)
407 West Coliseum Boulevard,
Fort Wayne, IN 46805 Directions

Since 2011

Specialities:

✓Brisket ✓Pulled Pork ✓Pulled Chicken ✓Turkey ✓Sausage ✓Brisket Sandwich ✓Chopped Brisket Sandwich ✓Pulled Pork Sandwich ✓Pulled Chicken Sandwich ✓Turkey Sandwich ✓Maggie's Mac-n-cheese ✓Fresh Cut Fries ✓Baked Beans W/ Brisket ✓Cold Slaw ✓Kickin' Collard Greens ✓Green Beans and Bacon ✓Seasonal Potato

" Mission BBQ Fort Wayne serves high-quality meats with house-made rubs in a friendly atmosphere. Their menu offers a variety of smokehouse sandwiches, combo dishes, and six homemade BBQ sauces to enjoy with your favorite smoked meats. They prepare fresh, authentic BBQ daily in a patriotic dining room filled with tributes to American heroes. Catering services are available for special events. If you're looking for a great BBQ, Mission BBQ Fort Wayne is a top choice. Outdoor seating and Wi-Fi facilities are also available for your convenience. You can surprise your loved ones with their gift cards.

2026 Highlights: Mission BBQ Fort Wayne is deeply rooted in a patriotic theme that honors military veterans, soldiers, police officers, and first responders. The restaurant operates with a strict freshness policy: they utilize no microwaves and no freezers, ensuring all meats are smoked fresh daily. "

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Menu:

Smokehouse Signatures
Baby Back Ribs 5 Bone $14.39
Baby Back Ribs 10 Bone $25.09
Chicken $11.29
Smoked Salmon $17.49
Smoked Cheeseburger $9.44
Grilled Shrimp On The BBQ $13.84
Sandwiches
Brisket Sandwich $13.99
Chopped Brisket Sandwich $13.69
Pulled Pork Sandwich $8.99
Pulled Chicken Sandwich $8.89
Turkey Sandwich $9.19
Meat Market
Brisket $14.49
Pulled Pork $9.49
Pulled Chicken $9.39
Turkey $9.69
Sausage $9.69
2 Meat Sampler $14.49
3 Meat Sampler $21.74

Contact:

(260) 306-5356 (833) 217-8680

Mon-Sat: 11am - 9pm
Sun: 11:30am - 8pm

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ZIFFLE'S RIB BAR

(4.9 Score)
6340 East State Boulevard,
Fort Wayne, IN 46815 Directions

Since 1987

Specialities:

✓Fried Pickles ✓Mozzarella Cheese Stix ✓Stuffed Jalapeños ✓Ziff's Cheezy Fries ✓Mac and Cheese Bites ✓Greek Salad ✓Chef Salad ✓House Salad ✓Cobb Salad ✓BBQ Chicken or Pulled Pork ✓Three Little Pigs Platter ✓Hog Trough ✓Rib Tip Basket ✓Pig-out Platter ✓Rib Baskets ✓Combo Basket ✓Wing Basket ✓Chicken Basket ✓Full Slab ✓Whole Chicken ✓1/2 Slab ✓1/2 Pound Pulled Pork ✓1 Pound Rib Tips

" Ziffle's Rib Bar offers meat baskets, sandwiches and platters, and pizza in a Casual BBQ spot with a dining room and bar. This family-owned restaurant makes everything from scratch, including homemade sauces, salads, and pizza dough. Each week, they use 2,000 pounds of potatoes for their home-seasoned fries. Their menu features mouth-watering ribs, BBQ pulled pork, wings, and thin-crust pizza. Their homemade fries come loaded with cheddar and mozzarella cheese. All sandwiches are served with chips and a pickle. Don't miss their signature pizza and homemade sauce. They also offer gluten-free pasta upon request. They specialize in barbecue ribs and have a casual, family-friendly atmosphere with a bar for 21+.

2026 Highlights: Ziffle's Rib Bar has been proudly owned and operated by Todd and Marcia since day one. Over the past 35 years, all five of their children and more than 10 grandchildren have been involved, making it a true family business built on love. "

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License #1996051407

Menu:

Award-Winning BBQ
Three Little Pigs Platter $36.00
Hog Trough $20.00
Rib Tip Basket $16.00
Pig Out Platter $32.00
Rib Baskets $18.50
Combo Basket $22.00
Wing Basket $20.00
Chicken Basket $12.50
The Barnyard
The Barnyard $89.00
Fresh Salads
Greek Salad $15.00
Chef Salad $15.00
House Salad $7.00
Cobb Salad $15.00
BBQ Chicken Or Pulled Pork $15.00
BBQ A La Carte
Full Slab $36.00
Whole Chicken $22.00
12 Slab $20.00
12 Pound Pulled Pork $11.00
1 Pound Rib Tips $14.00
14 Slab $14.00
14 Chicken $9.00
1 Pound Pulled Pork $22.00
12 Chicken $12.00
Hand Made Sandwiches
Pub Style Fish $14.00
Baked Ham And Cheese $12.50
Ziffleboli $12.50
Grinder $12.50
BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich $14.00
Veggieboli $12.50
Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich $16.00

Discount:

$1 Draft Beer Daily

$10 Munchie Monday

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Contact:

(260) 493-1222

Mon-Thu: 11am -9pm
Fri & Sat: 11am -10pm
Sun: Closed

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SHIGS IN PIT BARBEQUE REVIEWS

Wedding catering! We used them for our wedding catering at Union 12 and the food was awesome, they were on time and professional and we had plenty for all our guests. They even worked with us to change some ingredients to better suit some of our guests. I would highly recommend them to any of my friends for their future events.

Wonderful catering experience for our lunch and learn for our employees! Always good food and a treat for them. Alison was very personable and more than accommodating with our order. Great restaurant to have on this side of town. Thank you so much.

Shigs and Pit has always been a fun place to try down town. Personally I loved the burnt ends a d the pulled pork. All the sides are good, but not the reason to go back or to recommend. Lunch deals are the way to go.

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MISSION BBQ FORT WAYNE REVIEWS

We came in with our two year old and had an AMAZING time. I got the brisket and pulled pork with Mac and cheese. My fiancé got the pulled chicken, brisket, Turkey and everything we got was perfect. The staff was friendly and helpful as we had no idea how to order! They even gave us free sandwich cards and a brownie after placing a carry out to have extras at home. 10/10 recommend.

Amazing hospitality. Fresh made food. Meat portions phenomenal. Clean. Great atmosphere. Fire,rescue, and armed forces dedication everywhere. Thank you for the great experience and amazing food.

The food (I got the pulled pork sandwich) was wonderful, the staff was polite and very fast, and the decor was phenomenal! Definitely earned a repeat customer.

ZIFFLE'S RIB BAR REVIEWS

Hidden gem for sure, our BBQ was top notch! Place was busy, at 8pm Saturday...a must try! Start with the house mild sauce, the ladies will love it, so will you. Get the heat on the side.

Best ribs in town hands down. Generous portions so price fits. Amazing salads, pizzas, rolls & sandwiches. Pickle spear apps are terrific! Pic of Tuesday rib tip basket special.

I've enjoyed their food for over a decade, the best BBQ sauce in town and I think the best ribs too! This was my first time actually dining in and everything was delicious.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SHIGS IN PIT BARBEQUE Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 2.5K: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MISSION BBQ FORT WAYNE Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Pricing: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 2.3K: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

ZIFFLE'S RIB BAR Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Business Hours: 9
Contact Info: 9
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 1.5K: 10
Video: 10