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Welcome to Up N Smoke MC
Located on the corner of Barker Avenue and Maple St, Up N Smoke MC is a veteran-owned, family-run soul food spot known for bold barbecue flavors and warm hospitality. From rib tips and smoked chicken to mac and cheese and greens, every dish is crafted to inspire. Available for dine-in, pickup, and delivery.
Savor the Flavor
At Up N Smoke MC, bold, soulful flavors take center stage. From smoky rib tips and tender brisket to creamy mac and cheese and seasoned greens, every dish is crafted to ignite your senses. Our recipes blend Southern tradition with Midwestern heart, ensuring each bite is a perfect balance of comfort and flavor. Come hungry, leave satisfied, and savor the love in every mouthful.
Savor Today’s Flavor: Daily & Weekly Specials
At Up N Smoke MC, guests can look forward to flavor‑packed specials that make every day worth visiting. While the restaurant’s full menu includes classic smoked meats, hearty sides, and comfort favorites like rib tips, pulled pork, brisket sandwiches, and greens, there’s often something extra waiting on special days that celebrates BBQ traditions and keeps regulars coming back for more.
Order From Our Website
Craving soulful, smoky goodness? Ordering from Up N Smoke MC is quick and easy! Enjoy your favorites rib tips, brisket sandwiches, mac and cheese, and more straight from our kitchen to your table. Choose dine-in, pickup, or delivery and savor bold flavors from the comfort of home. Place your order online and let the deliciousness come to you!
Smoke & Soul on Display
Feast your eyes on our smoky barbecue classics, comforting sides, and vibrant brunch spreads. Each photo captures the bold flavors and hearty portions that make Up N Smoke MC a soul food favorite.
Our Dine-In Experience
Step into Up N Smoke MC and feel the warmth of a true soul food haven. From the inviting aroma of smoked meats to the lively, every visit is a feast for the senses. Enjoy generous portions, friendly service, and a menu full of Southern-inspired favorites in a cozy, family-friendly atmosphere where every meal feels like home.
Felt like a family dinner, was amazing food and amazing service, they prayed over the buffet before serving and genuinely felt like I was home again at the table of my grandmother, aunt , or mom's home. Come hungry! Because I most definitely wanted to eat as much as I could. All of the food was fresh and well seasoned
This was probably the BEST soul food restaurant my husband and I have ever eaten at! The portions were huge and the taste……took me all the way back to my childhood. Jazz was an amazing host and waitress. The value especially for the amount of food we got was phenomenal! We will definitely be back! Do yourself a favor and go visit up n smoke!!!!
“Oh my gosh — everything was amazing! Everyone in our group absolutely loved the food. The flavors, the portions, and the presentation were all on point. You could really taste the care that went into every bite. We got nothing but positive feedback from everyone who ate, and people were asking who made the food — I told them it was all Up in Smoke! If you’re in Michigan City and haven’t tried them yet, you’re missing out. Definitely recommend — top-notch food and great service. Can’t wait to come back!”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are you known for?
We're known for smoky BBQ ribs and tips, crispy fried chicken and seafood, hearty burgers, and classic soul-food sides in Michigan City.
- American Food: Up N Smoke MC serves a satisfying spread of American comfort classics, from crispy bites to hearty sides the whole family will enjoy. Representative items include Small Fry, Fried Cauliflower, Fried Pickles, 6 Mozzarella Sticks, Okra, and Gizzards W/Fries.
- Burgers: The burger lineup covers all the classics, from a simple Hamburger to stacked doubles and creative alternatives like a Salmon Burger or Veggie Burger. Representative items include Cheeseburger, Bacon Cheeseburger, Double Cheese Burger, Patty Melt, Salmon Burger, and Veggie Burger.
- Seafood: The seafood menu features catfish, shrimp, and fish in generous portions, served solo or paired with fries for a full meal. Representative items include 1 Pc Catfish, Fish W\ Fries, Fish & Shrimp, Shrimp, 10pc Shrimp No Sides, and Piece Of Fish.
- BBQ: The BBQ menu highlights slow-cooked ribs and pulled pork in various cuts and sizes, paired with comforting sides like Mac & Cheese. Representative items include Slab, 1\4 slab w\ 1 Side, Tips With 2 Sides, Pound Pulled Pork, Rib Tip No Sides, and Mini Rib Tip.
- Wings: Wings and chicken pieces come in flexible counts and combos, including the crowd-pleasing Wing & Fish Combo for those who want a little of everything. Representative items include Wings 3, Chicken Pieces (6), Wings & Tips, Wing & Fish Combo, and Chicken Pieces W\ Fries (3).
Additionally, explore Hot Dogs, Sandwiches, Desserts, and Fried Chicken.
Where are you located?
We are located in Michigan City, IN at 517 East Barker Avenue
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Michigan City, Pottawattamie Park, Trail Creek, Orchard Highlands, Long Beach, Waterford, Town of Pines, Duneland Beach, Ambler, Beverly Shores, Michiana Shores, Oakwood, Michiana, Springfield, Summit, Andry, Grand Beach, Furnessville, Holmesville, and Otis.
Anything else?
We are also known for Family Friendly Restaurant
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