Joe & Freddy’s Bar & Grill 2758 West Dunes Highway, Town of Pines, IN 46360

"A leveled up dive bar with regular dive bar prices. Food is incredible, truly a diamond in the rough, and service is very friendly. A great vibe, with wonderful wall decor. I highly recommend them as a lunch spot and I look forward to trying their brunch sometime."

"My visit to Joe and Freddy's Bar and Grill on Highway 12 for brunch was a mixed bag. The solo waitress on duty deserves a shout-out for her efforts; she was attentive despite the overall sluggish pace of service. It was a good thing we got an appetizer, because our mains seemed to be on a leisurely journey from the kitchen to our table. The appetizer, sloppy fries, promised more than it delivered. The sweet potato fries themselves were cooked well, but the topping was a letdown – just some basic sloppy joe meat with shredded cheese. No rich cheese sauce, no garnish, nothing to justify the price tag or elevate the dish beyond the ordinary. My main dish, the Mexican-style brisket skillet with chorizo gravy, featured a well-made brisket, but overall, it lacked the kick of Mexican spices I was looking forward to. It felt like the kitchen had held back on the flavors that should have been front and center. One of my friends had wings that also fell flat – they didn't have enough sauce, resulting in a flavor that was forgettable. We left Joe and Freddy's feeling like the experience and the food were just okay. Nothing was terrible, but nothing stood out, especially considering the price point of the dishes. It's not a spot I'd rush back to, but for a no-fuss, fill-your-belly kind of meal, it does the job."

"Yes! Staff is awesome. Owners are great! Live band? Yes! The vibes were great. Bartending is quick and solid! Lot of options for beers and drinks. The food is insanely impressive and good. I don’t expect the best when I come to a bar but woah. This was high quality delicious food! Everything we got was delicious, FRESH, and well worth it. I was FULL after leaving. We ended up just getting appetizer after appetizer and then sharing some entrees. So much fun, really enjoyed our experience here."

"First time visitor and the service was friendly. Ordered the meatloaf with mixed veggies. The gravy sauce was okay at best. Unfortunately it smothered the meatloaf. Everything else was good though. Edited review: I was incorrect regarding mashed potatoes not being mentioned in the menu."

"Absolutely delicious! There's definitely something for everyone. Healthy options, not so healthy options ;) They also have a great bar menu...craft cocktails and more simple beer and wine options, too. The staff was super friendly and very attentive even when busy. Thank you for the great meal! Wednesday now has karaoke from 7-10pm."