Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint Louisville

45751 ( 2153 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
3408 Indian Lake Dr, Louisville, KY 40241, United States
+1 502-242-4666

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint in Louisville has garnered rave reviews from patrons who revel in its inviting atmosphere and mouthwatering dishes. Located at 3408 Indian Lake Drive, this barbecue haven captivates with its old-school roadhouse vibes and attentive service. Customers like Abby Wooper can't get enough of the succulent pork and tender smoked wings, often praising the well-seasoned flavors that keep them coming back for more. The beans, highlighted as an absolute favorite, and fresh broccoli salad draw particular acclaim for their standout taste.

Mak Allen sums it up perfectly when he describes the food as “fire, on every level,” reveling in the generous portions and balanced spices. The mac and cheese may not steal the show, but it is deemed well-prepared, and the banana pudding surprisingly wins over even those who are not fans.

Additionally, customers appreciate the impeccable service, as noted by Brenda Coleman and Christy, who highlight the staff's friendliness and willingness to provide recommendations. From dinner to holiday catering, Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint makes every dining experience memorable, ensuring that each bite is a delicious adventure in flavor. Whether dine-in or take-out, the culinary delights at Martin’s are perfect for barbecue enthusiasts and casual diners alike.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers kerbside pickup
    • Has no-contact delivery
    • Offers delivery
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves comfort food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Doesn't accept reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed outside

Reviews For Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint Louisville

Abby Wooper
May 25,2025
Beautiful venue. Tried the brisket, pork, mac and cheese, broccoli salad, beans, smoked wings, and banana pudding. The brisket was a hair dry, but all the other food was DELICIOUS. The broccoli salad was fresh and flavorful and NOT a mayo soup. The beans were by far the absolute best beans I've ever had. The smoked wings were tender and so well seasoned. I'm not a wings fan, and I'd specifically order their wings again. The mac and cheese was also good. Not special, but well done and good. The pork was so moist and flavorful. And the banana pudding....I don't like pudding, and I'm going to order that again. It was fantastic! I will be visiting again!
Mak Allen
May 5,2025
I ordered togo so I am just speculating about the atmosphere because let me tell you something! That was literally the best food I’ve ever had! I’m talking about close handed back hands to yo mamas face type good. The hat was fire, on every level. The portions were legit, the flavor was banging, the spices were present and not out of control. I’m here for alll of it. Let’s go (to Martin’s with my roommates this Sunday, June 15th!) One love & one appreciation!
Brenda Coleman
Apr 19,2025
First the customer service was amazing, from the beginning to the end. The food was fresh, delicious and just fabulous. My mom and I had dinner here three days in a row because it was that good. Each time it was tasty, fresh and the customer service was so good. We had questions, got answers and recommendations. The fish was so good, I didn’t even use any hot sauce or anything for first time. Everything had amazing flavor to it.
Darshil Patel
Apr 19,2025
Great vibe, old school road house ambience, not so pricey menu and large portion size. Bang on is cheap beers during lunch time. Were on a business trip to Louisville, went for lunch, got out tummy full meals and also got take out meals. Chicken tenders were juicy and perfectly fried, Quesadillas were good and there was one house sauce (i forgot the name) it was so yum.
Christy
Apr 17,2025
Thank you to Martins for fixing my Easter dinner the turkey, green beans, hash brown casserole, banana pudding, rolls, Broccoli salad, and deviled eggs were perfect. My food was hot and made just right. My family and friends enjoyed every bit of it. The only bad thing is is I may want to order more next year because we ran out. That is my fault for not taking into account that people bring friends so lesson learned for me. When I picked up my order the young lady was very pleasant and insured that everything was in my order before I left the store. I don’t just order for holidays from you all but we eat at the store at least once a week. I have never had bad service or food. My family and I always feel welcomed and it’s great service from the staff.
jeremy edens
Apr 6,2025
Love this place. Great location. Great decor. Great hickory smoked hog. Get burgoo as a side. I live in Texas, and you know we're pretty proud of our bbq; but I don't get whole hog cooking out here unless I do one myself. Not our thing. I can't resist going here and keep their seasoning readily available. Marvelous staff and quality bbq. Neat smoker setup that you can visibly see.
Rand0mness4
Mar 20,2025
I had a brisket burger with a side of Mac and cheese. I almost wish I wasn't just passing through, their food was that good. I was having a Disney RatatouilleTM moment inside their establishment. The atmosphere was also very fun around seven in the afternoon. All in all, I had a good time.
Lj Macro
Mar 18,2025
My family and I love it here! The food is delicious and bursting with flavor! I typically get the brisket nachos for myself, and I'd recommend them to anyone. Service is excellent and efficient, and the atmosphere is quite fun and comfortable. I always appreciate the staff's willingness to meet any requests. They are respectful and very kind. I'd give 10/10 stars if I could!

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