I have a confession: I have driven out of my way more than once just to get my hands on a great rack of ribs. There is something about slow-cooked, fall-off-the-bone ribs that makes everything else in life feel secondary.
Indiana might not always get the credit it deserves on the food scene, but trust me, this state is quietly home to some of the most satisfying rib joints and steakhouses you will ever visit.
From the north shore near Lake Michigan all the way down to the suburbs of Indianapolis, I found ten spots that made me want to cancel my plans and go back for seconds before I even finished my first plate.
1. Weber Grill Restaurant
Right in the heart of downtown Indianapolis at 10 N Illinois St, Weber Grill Restaurant is one of those places that makes you feel like grilling was practically invented here. The whole concept is built around the iconic Weber kettle grill, and you can actually watch your food being cooked over open flames in the open kitchen…