Babe’s Smokehouse & Tavern

To begin, our server was great, but the food wasn’t so great. For a $25 brisket sandwich I would have expected the bread to at least be toasted with some butter and for there to be more bbq sauce. The brisket was pretty dry and didn’t have much flavor. For how quick our food came out I expected it to be hot but it was maybe room temp. The pulled pork wasn’t bad but wasn’t the best either. But the onion rings and were fries were delicious. Not sure I’d be back, I expected better for what the prices are.

We loved Babes at The River Walk and are glad a new location has finally opened. The same great food, vibes, and service! The new space is very small but has plenty of outdoor seating pending weather. Some reviews claimed food prices were too high and I’d remind folks that the original Babe’s was open long before the pandemic and recent economic events — inflation is not their fault. Please support a local favorite on its new journey!

I’m so impressed with the transformation at Babes Smokehouse and Tavern! The new design is absolutely stunning—modern, warm, and welcoming while still keeping the spirit of the original space alive. You can really tell how much thought and effort went into revitalizing the old, worn-down interior. It feels like a whole new experience while still honoring its roots. The atmosphere is perfect for everything from casual drinks to a night out with friends. Love what they’ve done with the place!

It was good, but my ribs were more tender than my husband's. It was the exact same order, so I'd say that food quality is now inconsistent, unlike before. The taste is still the same, so that's good.

Babe’s Smokehouse & Tavern is the real deal! The brisket was tender, the ribs fell right off the bone, and everything had that perfect smoky flavor. Even the sides were great, especially the mac and cheese. But what really makes this place stand out is the history on the walls and the family feel — you can tell there’s a real story behind it all. If you love good barbecue and a place with some heart, Babe’s is definitely worth a visit.

I had the pleasure of dining at Babe’s Smokehouse and Tavern with my uncle, a local and serious foodie and we were both blown away. The cornbread and burnt end deviled eggs are an absolute must to kick things off. Chef’s kiss! We followed with the ribs and brisket, which were cooked to perfection. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between cozy and lively, making it a place you’ll want to return to. We already can’t wait to go back!

Quite different from their previous location. The BBQ however was still great. Tried all the main meat types and all were spot on. Try the combo of two meats, a good value suggested by our bartender/waiter.

This was the 2nd time we ate there, but the 1st time at this location. We were told that they moved about a year and a half ago. It's a smaller location in a newer strip mall. The food was great we had the ribs and brisket. Need to make reservations seating is limited. They have a well stocked bar.

YELP SHORT ANSWER: Yes UPDATED review and well worth it. I will try and just give updated info. LOCATION: Excellent location located in Canopy in Citrus Center off of Jefferson and 50th. Easy to find and easy to park. FACILITY: Quality Building, nothing but the best. MENU: Now limited, toned down and I feel prefect for the location and demographic of guests. Glad to see they added, and then modified their HAPPY HOUR which is well worth the visit itself - 3:30pm to 5:30pm every day. FOOD PREP: Professional, quality showing they know everyone eats with their eyes first... it shows here. FOOD QUALITY: I was blown away by their HAPPY HOUR offerings. While the plating was top notch, the aroma, texture and taste were amazing and we ordered way too much. LIBATIONS: Again, Happy Hour/s had very fair deals on beer and well drinks. I took a photo of the Happy Hour menu, bottom right short and sweet. WAITSTAFF: On this visit, everyone was great and our server was very kind, fun and attentive so perfect. OVERALL VALUE: HAPPY HOUR has made me want to come back and now recommend Babe's without a caveat of options and price. Oh, prices off the regular menu are expensive, $25 for a tavern hamburger and everything goes up from there, but wait a tick. I could never finish a Babe's tavern burger so we'd split it maybe with a salad so not too bad. They did not seem to dis the sharing idea, I feel they should encourage it. TIP: If you've visited this new Indio / La Quinta location and were turned off by whatever, I feel Lucky and team have now found a really good spot that is now welcoming to all wallet sizes. Sure many tabs here will surpass what I consider reasonable for food but to many of my neighbors simply don't care about cost, they will pay way up for fun, service, quality of food, and the entire dining experience. Go Visit but MAKE RESERVATIONS, maybe a bar drop in at 3:30pm will work.

I've been meaning to share our positive experiences with Babe's in Indio. Since it opened, we have dined there 3-4 times and have been 100% pleased with the service and food. In fact, Babe's is on our "sure thing" list! The cost of doing business in today's climate is tough so we appreciate the quality of food they serve. 100% worth every morsel. The restaurant is clean with a nice open feel and good energy. In fact, I do believe I have just convinced myself to return sooner than later :)

This is not the Babes you remember! If you know Babes from The River in Rancho Mirage forget everything you knew. This tiny location in Indio is acting like its related to the classic Callender family restaurant, but let me warn you it is not. If you know this family of restaurant owners you might recall how they messed up Jackalope Ranch too. I think Yelp should make them create a new profile for this location, seriously. Most of the reviews and pictures are for the Rancho Mirage location which is nothing like this place... Indio has no brewery, but it has crazy prices, and weak food. All that stuff and reputation of the true Babes location built up over the years is long gone. The food portions are tiny, the original location was generous. The food is now overpriced from a very small menu. While the prices at The River were never cheap, they were more inline with you a get what you play for quality. This feels like a new owner that thinks you have money to burn. Want a 2 meat BBQ plate? You're looking at $48!!! How about a potpie like you might see here on Yelp, nope that's long gone. The location is small with a weird design. A small bar and few split chair/booth seats and a small outdoor section. Forget this as any sort of family friendly birthday dinner spot. The front door doesn't even look like a restaurant, it looks like you're going into an employee back entrance. Then a server that looks bored and annoyed will offer you 1 of a few tables, or the bar to sit at. My advice to you is if you feel like gambling... order a few drinks and maybe an appetizer. See how you like it, don't commit to any entrees. Let the server know you're still deciding. If you enjoy what you are served for the prices they are asking, more power to you. Now if on the other hand I saved you from a $100+ check for a mediocre restaurant calling itself Babes, please come back and comment below. Just looking out for others like I hope they would look out for me. This is not the Babes you remember, just a sad imitation.

I'm sorry to say that the food was not the same as we had on 4 July. Please check your bag before you leave because they forgot to put the pie in the bag which they were nice enough to take off our charge when I called however, the chicken and the ribs were dry, and the sausage was horrible inedible and extremely dry. The cornbread and the coleslaw and the beans were still delicious. I just don't know how it was perfect before and dry now that's why I'm giving this review hoping management can iron this out.

Food 10/10. I made a reservation. Got there was seated immersion. We tried the chicken hush puppies and I tried the trip-tip-'it was melt in the mouth tips. So good. My two sides, I got onion rings and roaster veggies. Service was amazing. If I can come back i'll be the first there! Ambiance is quiet when I went. It was quiet and enjoyable..

Food is good. Prices and customer service is horrible. No one wants to work or take your order. We will not be returning. Service needs help

The food, service and ambiance excelled. The prices for the entrees were reasonable except for the chicken which was over priced as were some appetizers.

This new location is nice. But it's significantly smaller. The menu is MORE than cut in half. The meat is NOT the same as what it used to be. I LOVED babes at the river. This is not it. We unfortunately won't be returning :(

Hooray, the wait is over! Babe's new location has opened!! The space is very nice with plentiful outdoor seating. The big window from the patio to the bar is pretty cool. Yes, it is smaller than the previous location, but I actually like this new contemporary vibe better. The service was very good and the food was even better. It's been so long so, we had to go straight for the old BBQ faves and they did not disappoint (pulled pork sammie, ribs). What surprised me was all the other great options on the menu! Looking forward to (eventually) trying all the non-BBQ items too! We will be returning very soon!

Staff was amazing, extremely attentive. The room and patio - - intimate and warm. The food? Good, but not the greatest bbq. The baby backs were both tender and tough and without any pronounced smoke flavor. The brisket? Lean brisket, but not that flavorful. Onion rings were excellent, and the tamale was wonderful. It scratched my itch for bbq, but I just don't know if I'd drive all the way down to Indio for this again. There's better BBQ near me, although without the beautful space and wonderful service and nice booze. Pricing? Everything is expensive today but a tamale, 2 protein meal with half rack of baby balls and a few slices of brisket, onion ring upgrade and two drinks..... And no bread... Over $120 before tip. That's rough.

I have been taking vacations to Palm Springs my whole life. This restaurant is a staple they have moved locations but the food is so good that you can't stop eating it. I even brought some home to my sister and she said she wanted more! The servers are amazing they make special accommodations for our wedding anniversary having the food paid for over the phone by my parents as a gift. The restaurant has a high class feel with a smaller menu definitely upgraded feeling ambiance. Love this place will always come back!

Decided to check out the new Babes for dinner tonight and was very impressed! I had the brisket sandwich on Texas toast, and it was everything I wanted -- smoky, tender brisket piled high between thick, buttery slices of toast. Total comfort food, done right. I also tried the goat cheese tamale, and it blew me away. Creamy, rich goat cheese wrapped in soft, flavorful masa with just the right hint of smoke. Unique, satisfying, and a great twist on a classic. Babes keeps finding ways to surprise me with bold flavors and quality ingredients. Can't wait to come back!

The food was excellent and Mark, the bartender, was second to none! It was a great, very casual, evening out!

I'm not sure why the reviews are so rough for this place. We loved our meal! We shared the cornbread, followed by the "Pick 2 Proteins" with the Baby Back Ribs & Pulled Pork - topped with the classic BBQ sauce. It came with two sides, of which we chose the Babe's Coleslaw & Baked Beans. All delicious!! Only mention is to probably stick to beer here, as the cocktail prices were insanely steep - but don't believe the bad reviews here... great bbq spot!

I was visiting for the weekend and looked up the best place to have BBQ meat. Found this place had great reviews on their food.. mixed reviews on their beers. I decided to give it a try because I was here for the food. I was staying in Palm Dessert and this place isn't too far from where we were staying. The restaurant had outdoor and indoor seating options. I noticed the outdoor seating had water mist spraying for the hot days. We chose to stay indoors. We were sat right away and were greeted by our server Caesar! He suggested great meal options as well as tourist spots we needed to visit. I choose the ribs and meat option plate. For this plate I chose the St Louis rib and brisket. For my sides I upgraded the Mac and cheese to lobster Mac and cheese and chose the yams as my other side. Everything was delicious! Ribs were fall off the bone cooked to perfection and their brisket was nice and tender. The service here is awesome! The food here is delicious! The location and restaurant is clean. Definitely a must visit when in town.

Visiting from out of state, had been to thr original. This one is much smaller; lots of outdoor seating with misters. Food was good but kind of spendy. Waitstaff was nice but not overly friendly. Not crowded and was seated right away at the bar.

Was looking forward to this spot opening up on this side of the valley. First time we tried them we made a reservation for inside and unfortunately were seated outside. Opening week. Server seemed super busy. Second time, we called in to order some food to pick up and were told that was not an available option. Shocked and again disappointed. Third time, today we walked in at 4:45pm, 2 people seated at the bar and nobody seated in the inside tables. Mind you, pretty much empty. We were told they had no inside seating available because they had reservations booked for 5:40. The only option was sit outside in 110 degree weather. Place is too small and in my experience they did not accommodate my first reservation or a walk in so not giving them another chance. Too bad that they're in an area that has flourished with many places to eat and they're the only place we've had a bad experience with or without a reservation. All the other restaurants around them have always accommodated us just fine.

Located in a strip mall. Very over priced! My bbq pork sandwich had bones in it When I mentioned it to the server he said he was sorry and the mgr took 10% off the bill. Not. They took 10% off my $26 sandwich. So $2.60 off for chewing on bones. ...couldn't eat it as a sandwich. Paid nearly $80 for 2 meals.

So, had reservations for 5:30 for bar area. Hostess seated us outside bar. Then realized it'd not open yet. Asked if we wanted table in front, accepted that reluctantly. Server Karen was great but food was sub par, had St.Louis ribs & BABY BACK. Should be the signature dishes for Babes. NOT. DRY TOUGH NO FLAVOR. DO NOT RECOMMEND.

I don't expect perfection--but I do expect basic competence, especially at this price point. What we experienced at Babe's was, frankly, unacceptable. Let's start with the cornbread. The first round was rubbery and dense, like it had been microwaved from frozen or sat under a heat lamp for hours. When we flagged it, our server--who was friendly and honest--admitted they'd had a lot of complaints about it. We were brought a second one that, bizarrely, tasted like fish. Cornbread shouldn't have an aftertaste like fried tilapia. Either there's cross-contamination in the kitchen or something seriously wrong with their prep. The mains didn't redeem the meal. Two of us ordered different entrees and both were overcooked, under-seasoned, and somehow still managed to be greasy in the worst way. Nothing balanced, nothing fresh. It was the kind of meal that makes you feel heavy and sick afterward--and not in the comforting Southern way. Just badly executed food. The final bill was $160 for two people. No appetizers, no dessert, no cocktails. Just two entrees, a side or two, and iced tea. That's $80 per person for food that should've never left the pass. There are too many good restaurants in the Coachella Valley--locally owned, chef-driven spots doing honest, flavorful cooking. Babes is not one of them. Skip it.

I was sent here to get some food. I've never been here but the ordering process over the phone was smooth. Since we had the need for bbq, so this is the place. This place is cool, walking in you see these huge pigs, so you know you're in the correct place. The restaurant has a dark sitting meaning the inside isn't that bright but it's a good thing to me. I as greeted by the employees and they were very nice welcoming. The time I went there wasn't too many people there, probably around lunch time. I end up ordering bbq chicken , ribs and corn which was added at the end. We end up eating everything , the corn I thought was going to be a corn on the cob it was more of corn kernels smh I don't get it ! Other than that the food was good and we will be back.

The new location although small has a lot of character and I love the indoor outdoor concept of the bar. We sat outside on the patio but could still watch the TV's and feel apart of the restaurant. We started with the Creole Shrimp, it had a bit of spice but more tomato flavor, and the Cast Iron Cornbread. The cornbread was very good. My son ordered the chicken strips on the hidden kids menu and enjoyed them. My husband and I ordered The "Pig 2" and got Brisket and Pulled Pork then 2 sides being the baked beans and Mac n cheese. All very good! Ask for all the different BBQ sauces to try. We also ordered the Short Rib Pappardelle and I wouldn't order that again, strange combo and honestly not sure why we even ordered it lol Our server was very attentive, he offered suggestions and even brought us a little bit of sorbet for free at the end of our meal :) All in all very good and we will be back.

Came in with no reservation and sat at the bar. Tom made me their famous "John Dately" and it was amazing. My lady ordered a blonde ale and it was super cold. We ordered garlic parm wings and the burnt end deviled eggs. 10/10 Wings are the best I have ever had. No exaggeration. Deviled egg as are explosive with flavor. Had a couple more beers and the cornbread. 10/10. Overall, 11/10 experience, service and food. Side note. Music choice was amazing.

*Not the Babe Ruth of BBQ* As a kid I absolutely LOVED Marie Callender's and it progressed throughout my life (in case you didn't know, Babes was founded by the Callender family) I once even celebrated Thanksgiving at Callender's Grill in LA (next to the La Brea Tar Pits & LACA Museum) with my grandmother for our Thanksgiving dinner date. Went to Babes at the River when they first opened and was decent. But as much as I love great BBQ (tho a previous vegan for 10+ years) I've always preferred other restaurants at The River (without mentioning names) For a belated Bday my Dad told me to pick any restaurant in the desert I wanted for dinner with him, my wife and my little brother. Narrowed it down to a few but two are closed for Summer. Then remembered how much my big brother enjoyed Babes for his bday so I pivoted to BBQ and keeping his heavenly spirit alive. In addition, Dad is a major BBQ dude and was happy I chose Babes. But was completely shocked lol My heart was in the right place choosing this place but in hindsight, I wish we could do it all over again. Because bday dinners occur only once a year. Our early Saturday evening din din started off well -- warmly greeted & seated in a nice big booth as requested with my OpenTable resy. Our waiter began with an award winning personality...but warped into a waiter with serious attitude. But for good reason I guess: The A/C broke down and the restaurant was swealtering hot while still 110 degrees outside. He was obviously short-handed on a Saturday Night in a section all by his lonesome, with lots of large groups & parties. I was even watching him in action because I have the utmost respect for the restaurant industry. He forgot Dad's Corn Bread appetizer. He did apologize when it was brought to his attention. While eating dinner he brought a corn bread skillet to the table, said "it's on the house" and abruptly walked away. We felt like walking away too because the cornbread was absolutely awful and undercooked (Marie's had THE best) He forgot my little bro's 2nd beer and when it was nicely brought to his attention he brought one to the table and did an amazing impersonation of a silent movie star as he placed the beer on the table and skirted off without a word. There were 2 mistakes with my dinner which he tried to blame on the kitchen -- I was served short rib meat (combo meal) which was very chewy -- instead of brisket and the sweet pot fries weren't served the way I ordered. Btw/fyi: our waiter didn't write down one single thing when he took our order so you be judge who's at fault here. Team players don't pass the blame on others when they're not present to defend themselves. Next time just say you're sorry, sympathize and simply resolve because you already committed 3 other errors. All 3 of our of babybacks were mediocre at best. They all looked different but all slightly burnt. None were tender and all dry & chewy and difficult to cut with a knife -- nothing fallin' off the bone here. It's obvious they were precooked then reheated -- especially how they arrived to our table in record time. He forgot we were celebrating a birthday -- at least that's the excuse I was given by the Manager when it was addressed as well as the broken AC. My Dad ended up wanting pie and wanted peach but they only serve apple nowadays...but he didn't care -- Dad loves pie period. But the apple pie was underwhelming and undercooked just like the cornbread. Everyone had one bite and ended it. Seldomly does my Dad ever refuse any pie. Another major disappointment. And no happy birthday candle wish for me to blow out. It's pretty sad when 4 people agree the best thing about their dinners was the coleslaw. Wifey had fish & chips which were "just okay" but she enjoyed the slaw too. Yelp forces one star as their default. I added a star for how the Manager handled everything by "comping (my) the birthday boy's dinner and Dad's corn bread and pie." But at the end of the day that doesn't really cut it because a small family bday dinner was ruined & tainted by and with all the above. My Dad drove in from Newport Beach (just for the day) my little bro drove in from LA to stay the night...and this was the first time just the 4 us shared a celebratory dinner together. I've refrained from publishing this review, considered contacting Mr Callender personally and emailing him this review instead. But after a few weeks of contemplation and reflection, I decided to express myself to the Yelpshere...and hopefully Mr C see's this too. But I'm their 1,811th review so not too certain any of this really matters to him & them (and you) Recently found out Babes is relocating to Indio from Rancho Mirage due to landlord/lease issues. I hope they flourish. YMMV but I/we have no desire to dine at Babe's again. Times & meals like these remind me how much I miss Tony Roma's. Strike 4 Game Over

Babes Smokehouse and Tavern never disappoints. The chicken tamale came in a nice bowl, was soft, flavorful, and packed with tender, smoky chicken -- really comforting and delicious. I also had the pulled chicken sandwich with their sweet house coleslaw, and it was fantastic. The chicken was juicy, and the slaw added just the right crunch and sweetness. Everything tasted fresh and made with care. Great food, great vibes -- I'll definitely be back!

Mom really wanted to try their new location and it was fantastic. I had the brisket dinner with veggies and house-made sausage, and everything was spot on. The brisket was smoky, tender, and packed with flavor, and the sausage had that perfect snap with just the right amount of spice. The veggies were fresh and well-seasoned -- a great balance to the rich meats. My mom ordered the BBQ chicken salad, and she loved it. The greens were crisp, the smoked chicken was juicy, and the whole dish felt fresh and satisfying. The BBQ ranch dressing added a nice smoky kick. Babes does a great job combining bold BBQ with lighter options. Great food, great service -- we'll definitely be back!

Had an amazing meal at Babes Smokehouse and Tavern. I got the baby back ribs -- super tender, smoky, and full of flavor. They came with a vinegar-style summer slaw that was crisp, refreshing, and balanced the richness perfectly. The half baked yam was a nice touch -- soft, naturally sweet, and comforting. My wife had the pulled chicken sandwich, and she loved it. The chicken was juicy and packed with flavor, and the bun held up great without getting soggy. Everything tasted homemade and thoughtfully prepared. Babes is definitely one of our go-to spots now!

Mom really wanted to try their new location and it was fantastic. I had the brisket dinner with veggies and house-made sausage, and everything was spot on. The brisket was smoky, tender, and packed with flavor, and the sausage had that perfect snap with just the right amount of spice. The veggies were fresh and well-seasoned -- a great balance to the rich meats. My mom ordered the BBQ chicken salad, and she loved it. The greens were crisp, the smoked chicken was juicy, and the whole dish felt fresh and satisfying. The BBQ ranch dressing added a nice smoky kick. Babes does a great job combining bold BBQ with lighter options. Great food, great service -- we'll definitely be back!

The service was great the location and decoration was really nice Sat inside to avoid the heat but they opened the bar window and the whole place just got hot. The cornbread was fantastic ... Sadly that's was what filled me up. That was the only positive, the serving size of the brisket was abysmal to say the least ($40) plate. The sweet potatoes were a little over cooked, the macaroni was bland and seemed watery, not what I saw in the advertising on instagram. I got a lot of fat in the thin slices that were hiding under that sauce, They had zero "Smokey," flavor.. the sauce was the whole smoke. The tiny slabs were cold when they arrived at my my table idk if it was because they placed ice cold bbq sauce on it, but when I got it I was just so disappointed I didn't even bother to say anything I just wanted to get out of there. While I was sitting I overheard one of the hostess on the phone apologizing to someone about the food quality, wasn't really pleasant as my food hadn't arrived, not something you want to hear before they disappoint you in real time. Wasn't going to bother leaving a review until my $100 bill Showed up, for that price I expect what I paid for and I have to let it be known.

The food was good, not great. The portions were adequate, not big. The prices seemed relatively high for that combination. But we do love outdoor dining, and the patio was a fantastic experience. Our server was fabulous, so all in all a pretty good meal. I would offer this suggestion. For the kind of money that I paid for St. Louis style ribs, I should at least get 1/2 rack. To pay that price for 1/4 rack of ribs makes no sense. I'm from Iowa, that pork is really inexpensive to buy. Sorry, just my two cents.

This restaurant will never see me or anyone in my party of six again. Also on Monday a friend of mine told me that him and his wife would never go back. Reasons: Food was not good my ribs were dry and cold. Server took them back and brought me hot ones that we very dry. My friend ordered the brisket it also was so dry. In addition to the food the prices are out of site. $36 for a half slab of ribs and $25.00 for a hamburger. Ridiculous - I had a half slab of ribs and a cocktail and with tax and tip it cost me $76.00 The server was extremely polite and tried her best But she doesn't cook the food so you can't fault her at all. What a shame we were all looking forward to the opening of this restaurant

Babe's Smokehouse & Tavern really nailed it. The cocktails were spot on and tied in perfectly with the vibe. The burger was juicy, loaded with flavor, and cooked just right, easily one of the best I've had in a while. And don't skip the lemon wow pie!! It's tangy, sweet, and the perfect way to end the meal (they call it "wow" for a reason). Between the drinks, the food, and the friendly atmosphere and incredible service, this place is an easy favorite.

I could do a better BBQ chicken sandwich in my own kitchen.. their bun was so tiny and barkey enough chicken andhe coleslaw was bland with too much vinegar. Only 5 tables inside , which doesn't make a bit of sense as it gets 115 during the summer ..its was over priced for what you get . Won't be going back.

Babe's Smokehouse was this close to being a five-star experience. The food was absolutely delicious--flavorful, tender, and clearly made with care. The only letdown? They were out of the burnt ends, which I was really looking forward to. Based on what our server said, it sounds like they often run out because it's tough to predict how much to prep--understandable, but still a bummer. That said, everything else was spot-on. Just be sure to go on a cool evening--this place is best enjoyed when the weather cooperates.

We were excited to try this restaurant due to the reviews! We arrive early, before "official" dinner time to avoid the dinner rush. We walk in, there are maybe 5 people total in the restaurant. The "hostess" immediately looks at us in an interesting way. Her first question is " do you have a reservation?" I tell her we do not and what is the wait. She states adamantly "we are fully booked. Sorry. We can't give you a wait we are booked." Which is super odd given that the restaurant was fully empty and it was just 430 at that time. I can understand maybe they have 5PM reservations but to also not give us a wait?!? That's been a first. Very odd. We won't be back.

We went opening Day to Babe's in Indio on 4-23-2025. Did not have a reservation, but still got in. Sat at the bar. We had Burnt end deviled eggs to start, Chicken pot pie, and Lemon pepper wings. All were fantastic. Menu is condensed compared to last location. Chicken pot pie is pricey at $25.00, but really good. Will try other items next time. Todd R.

Buyer beware! If you just scroll up on this web page you will see a link to the "New Happy Hour Menu" and the Jefferson St. address in Indio is listed as Babe's address . When my wife and I went to this restaurant for the first time we were attracted to the $8 price for each item. However, here's where the "bait and switch" occurred as our server informed us that was the old happy hour menu at the old location and was no longer good. Not honoring posted prices on an active web page for the current restaurant is a deceptive and is in violation of "fair business practice." Of course the "new, new happy hour" had appetizers for $12. "Well" drinks are priced at $7. We ordered a standard Margarita and were surprised to be charged $11. The server never mentioned the $4 "up charge" because it was a Margarita. Go figure. I must say the BBQ was above average and the setting is nice. However we were really turned off by the misinformation.

I like babes We recently went to the new place on Jefferson and we had loved the old place in the river. It did not disappoint. The pulled pork brisket. Sandwich was delicious. I like the atmosphere of the new place as well and the weight staff was very good.

My friend and I were both visiting from out of town and wanted to get a late lunch in the immediate area but weren't that familiar with the options. And it was a weird time of day because most lunch places were done serving, but it wasn't time for dinner yet. My friend said he was looking for a barbecue or a burger and a drink, so Babe's seemed like the perfect option. It smelled really good when we walked in, and we got seated in a very cute two person booth. When our server took our drink order and we hesitated, she told us that she was also the bartender so we were in good hands. My friend started to say he was going to get a beer, and the server jumped in and asked what he usually liked. He mentioned a German beer and a lager, and she said that she had something for him. When he hesitated, she asked, do you trust me? She never said the name of the beer that she was going to bring, not even when she brought it. And she brought a full glass and not a little taste for him to try. As it turned out, it was too dark for his taste, and also seemed to have a high ABV based on how it affected him, which is not what he was looking for. He was too nice to say anything, or even ask what she'd given him. And when she asked how he was doing, he didn't complain. When I went to order my drink, I asked if they served tasters or half pints, which are pretty standard for breweries and brew pubs, but she acted confused as to why I would even ask. Then she offered that I could do a tasting flight, which was really more beer in total than I wanted, but at least the size of the glasses were what I was looking for. I really liked the Babes light, which is the one I would have gotten a half pint of. The Pale Ale was okay, but the IPAs were not to my taste, even though I really like hoppy/bitter beers. But I'm glad I got to try them. For food, I ordered the barbecue salad with tri-tip and blue cheese dressing and I was really happy with it. The tri-tip was very tender and warm, and the portion size was generous. I didn't love the little cornbread muffin that came with it but that's ok.

We had some time between our escape room and dinner reservations (we were too quick in escaping!) so we stopped at Babe's for a beer. Since we only wanted a beer, we found a couple of tables in the bar. They were able to switch the TV so we could watch our Timberwolves. The bar tender was awesome and even though we were a few minutes past happy hour, he honored the pricing. I loved all the pigs throughout the place. It was cold and pouring rain weather so the fireplace was welcome. I had the Palm Springs IPA which was smooth and cold. Great stop. Feel like I need to come back for some BBQ.

Good but found several bones on my pulled pork sanwhich. Will not be eating here In the future.

False advertising! The food did not look like this at all. Pricy for what you get. We used to go to the original location in Rancho and it was good, not great..but we enjoyed it. Best we had here in the desert I guess for barbque . We will not be back. I am from Austin, Tx where we had Franklins BBQ, Rudy's BBQ and the Salt Lick. We know incredible Brisket! We ordered today for the first time ant the new location and it was all so sad. Boring. Fatty thin brisket for a few slices for $48 dollars! Horrible boring BBQ sauce. Boring Mac and Cheese. No butter for the corn bread. staff was nice but they didn't make the food. Really dissatisfied and disappointed. Fast food at Best! Bludso's BBQ in Los Angeles was way more incredible! So sad it is done For us. New restaurant has bombed for people with taste.

Overpriced for us locals. Great location, decent BBQ, great service. Over 55 bucks for 2 small sandwich fries and two sodas.

Its not the same menu since it reopened, smaller menu. My bbq sandwich was good but my husbands restaurant ribs were not. Smaller portions also. The strawberry lemonade which was my fav wasn't the same. Very disappointing!

The food was not good at all My friends drink had a bug in it and the bartender took the bug out and sent the drink back instead of a new pour . Not good!!!

Very very disappointed. Ordered a classic bbq chicken salad and I was disappointed at the small amount of lettuce and chicken. In my opinion it wasn't worth it for $24.00. My husband had the pulled pork and thought it was just ok. We won't be going back. Only had water to drink and Paid $74.00 and thought it was way overpriced.

Looked forward to really trying this location since the original babes closed its doors. The service was good. The food was very good. I had the brisket with a side of baked beans and macaroni and cheese. Every thing on my plate was delicious.

We were saddened to see that Babe's had closed its previous location in Rancho Mirage. It had been one of our "go to" dining spots on vacations here in recent years. Then we saw it had a new location further south near LaQuinta/Indio. We made plans to go. Disappointed that the previous beautiful dining room experience is gone. Now it's a strip mall café with VERY limited seating. Server was kind and gracious and hostess seated us immediately - at 3:30 in the afternoon. Menu seems more limited. My wife's pulled pork topped salad was beautiful. My St. Louis ribs were tasty, but admittedly, a bit overcooked and more tough than on previous visits. The sides I chose - garlic mashers were much too heavy on the garlic and I don't like potato skins in my mashers. The mac n cheese was pasta shells dripped with velveeta-like cheese sauce. Chick-Fil-A mac/cheese far superior. In any event -- the ambience and true dining EXPERIENCE from before is gone.The food is OK, but overall, the visit disappointed.

2 bc of the sweet service. They either forgot 2 of our children's meals or we forgot to order. Either way, one mac n cheese and one chicken tender took 30 minutes to come out, after we'd all received (and finished) our meals. Entrees came out inconsistently, and most of us ate our food lukewarm trying to courteously wait for the rest of our party to get their dinners. We reminded the server 2x of the fact we were celebrating a bday but they still forgot... so let them know a 3rd time. Cornbread was dry and mediocre. V disappointing. Bbq was probably the worst I've ever had. Very dry and overcooked, their house bbq sauce sadly did nothing to save it. Slaw was oddly sweet- maybe too many figs/oranges/sweet stuff. They ran out of the beer many of our party wanted. But again- staff is super sweet and helpful. Space is cute and parking convenient and free. Garlic fries are a win!