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We Are Located in Indianapolis — Keystone Avenue
Our North Keystone Avenue location is conveniently located on the north side of Indianapolis, surrounded by established neighborhoods, local businesses, and busy streets. Whether you’re nearby or passing through the area, King Ribs Bar-B-Q makes it easy to stop in for charcoal-cooked BBQ.
A north-side neighborhood institution
Surrounded by longtime residents and local businesses, this spot runs on word of mouth. Regulars know when the ribs are ready — and so does the block.
What Locals Love About King Ribs Bar-B-Q on Keystone Ave
Customers consistently praise our 4130 N Keystone Ave location for serving some of the best, most authentic barbecue in Indianapolis. Patrons rave about the tender, smoky rib tips, rich signature BBQ sauce, and classic sides like mac & cheese and baked beans. Many highlight the fast, efficient drive-thru service and generous portion sizes as standout features that keep them returning. Overall, guest sentiment reflects deep satisfaction with our flavorful comfort food and quick convenience.
Find us on Keystone Avenue
4130 N Keystone Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205. Call us at (317) 543-0841. Drive-thru and counter service available daily.
Hours:
Mon–Thu: 11 AM–9 PM
Fri–Sat: 11 AM–10 PM
Sun: 12–9 PM
All King Ribs locations
We have two locations serving Indianapolis. Find the one closest to you.
Ribs, tips, and chicken — fresh off live charcoal
King Ribs BBQ serves slow-smoked BBQ cooked every day over real charcoal, served drive-thru fast. No shortcuts, no waiting.
One of Indiana's first drive-thru BBQ joints
Theopolis Clardy Sr. opened King Ribs in 1990 to prove real BBQ didn't have to mean a long wait. Over 30 years later, nothing about that has changed.
Specials every day of the week
Sunday rib dinner for $13.99. Half-chicken Wednesday for $8.88. Real food at prices that make sense.
Off the grill
Feeding the whole crowd
Pans of ribs, tips, and chicken with all the sides — we cater family reunions, church events, and everything in between.
Slow-smoked BBQ, drive-thru fast since 1990
Founded in 1990 by Theopolis Clardy Sr., the premise was built on fast service. King Ribs established one of the first drive thru barbecue restaurants in Indiana, proving barbecue can be served in a fast manner, and still provide amazing food!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We are known for Pork, Baked Beans, Sweet Potato Pie, Southern Food, Sweet Tea, Cornbread, Potato Salad, Salads, BBQ Ribs, Ribs, Dessert, Chess Pie, and BBQ Chicken
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Crows Nest, Glendale, Dawnbury, Rocky Ripple, Indianapolis, Creekwood, North Crows Nest, Shore Acres, North Indianapolis, Fairgrounds, Meadows, Spring Hill, Glendale Heights, Wynnedale, Mayflower Meadows, Knollton Heights, Meridian Hills, Forest Manor, Mapleton / Fall Creek, and Canterbury-Chatard.
