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Babe’s Smokehouse & Tavern, Indio, CA

Babe’s Smokehouse & Tavern

4.1
4.1
1009 Reviews
$31 to $50
Barbecue
49870 Jefferson St, Suite 100, Indio, CA 92201

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
Welcome to Babe’s Smokehouse & Tavern

A sanctuary of refined indulgence, Babe’s blends rustic charm with country club elegance. Newly built from the ground up, Babe’s is more than a smokehouse—it’s an experience, steeped in the effortless beauty of the Coachella Valley.

Indulge in a bold re-imagined menu, where time-honored smoking techniques meet modern culinary mastery. From exquisitely smoked delicacies to tallow-fried creations, every dish is a tribute to bold, elevated flavors. Sip on a handcrafted martini at our seamless indoor-outdoor bar, or bask in the allure of our shaded, heated, and misted patio.

At Babe’s, dining is more than a meal—it’s an escape. We eagerly await the pleasure of your company.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American, Creative Western
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Bar Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 289-4040
  • Website
    http://www.babestavern.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Brian Ortiz
  • Location
    49870 Jefferson St, Suite 100, Indio, CA 92201
  • Neighborhood
    Indio
  • Cross street
    Jefferson & 50th
  • Parking details
    We are located directly in front of several handicap parking spaces for easy accessibility as well as offer convenient drop off in front of the restaurant utilizing the private sidewalk alongside our storefront. There is also plenty of open parking just footsteps away from our front door.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 1,009 people are saying

Babe’s Smokehouse & Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Innovative

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities

    Neighborhood gem

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Innovative

  • Palm Springs / Palm Desert

    Neighborhood gem

1,009 Reviews

  1. Corinne VIP

    Sacramento64 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were anxious to try Babe’s at its new location. Glad to see the pig traveled with them -at least the smaller ones. The food was delicious with large portions. I had the baby back ribs and my husband the pulled pork. But the standouts for me were the sides. The half yam with honey butter and toasted pecans was delicious and the summer slaw was spectacular with citrus and dates in a vinaigrette. So good. I’d return more often but for the calories!

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  2. Chandler VIP

    Columbus4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at the new location and it looks great! Ordered the ribs and they were better than I could remember.

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  3. Teri VIP

    Orange County198 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We ordered the full slab of baby back ribs, but looked more like the size of a half slab - there were 7 small bones with very little meat and were overcooked and dry. Definitely not worth the price that’s being charged and definitely nothing like the photo that’s on the website. The outdoor eating area where we were seated is very small and the server had a difficult time maneuvering around the tables. We were so disappointed with the entire experience that we won’t be going back.

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  4. Robert

    Orange County33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food and service are as great as they were at the Rancho Mirage location at the River. The ambience at the Indio location doesn't hold a candle to the place at the River.

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  5. Charles

    San Diego1 review

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food is still good but be ready for smaller portions and a higher price. And the restaurant itself is much smaller.

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  6. Debra VIP

    Orange County8 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Service wAs good, but the food left a lot to be desired The baby back ribs and brisket was so dry.

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  7. John VIP

    Orange County41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We all enjoyed the food and there was a lot of it. It would have been nice to get some wet wipes st the end of the meal. Otherwise, very good.

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  8. Robin

    Palm Springs1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was great. Service was alright; lots of people training on operations but the overall vibe from Old Babes was missing. Super disappointed with the seating. Everything is way too tight on the inside.

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  9. William VIP

    Palm Springs88 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Just as good as the old place was in Rancho Mirage, but closer to our home. Win Win. They are going to need much more seating, particularly when summer arrives in the desert. Misters and shade can't beat 110 degrees in Indio.

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  10. Ken VIP

    Jacksonville11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The brand new Babes is quite good overall, with a nice variety of BBQ offerings. There are several different seating options with indoors and on two patios. We enjoyed the Pulled Pork salad and Brisket sandwich.

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FAQs

Babe’s Smokehouse & Tavern does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Babe’s Smokehouse & Tavern also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 289-4040.

Babe’s Smokehouse & Tavern is rated 4.1 stars by 1009 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Google Map for Babe’s Smokehouse & Tavern

49870 Jefferson St, Suite 100, Indio, CA 92201

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Jefferson & 50th
  • Neighborhood
    Indio
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Bar Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, American, Creative Western
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We are located directly in front of several handicap parking spaces for easy accessibility as well as offer convenient drop off in front of the restaurant utilizing the private sidewalk alongside our storefront. There is also plenty of open parking just footsteps away from our front door.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Brian Ortiz
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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