Frank's Backyard BBQ Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Frank's Backyard BBQ, a hidden gem nestled in Cedar Lake, Indiana. This inviting eatery offers a mouthwatering menu that celebrates the rich flavors of BBQ. Customers rave about the brisket that "melts in your mouth" and the burnt ends that are nothing short of spectacular. The signature sampler platter showcases an impressive variety, boasting ribs, pulled pork, and cornbread, all expertly seasoned and smoked to perfection.
Complimenting the meats are standout sides such as spicy corn, mac and cheese, and smoked baked beans, which are described as "life-changing" by enthusiastic patrons. The lively atmosphere features picnic tables, board games, and a welcoming staff, enhancing the overall experience. With a selection of house-made BBQ sauces and sweet tea that delights, Frank's Backyard BBQ promises a hearty meal that is not only delicious but also budget-friendly. Each visit here is a celebration of comfort food at its best.
Soup & Chili
16oz Brisket ChiliMac
Half Frank's Mac and cheese and half Brisket Chili
8oz Cup Texas Chili
Texas chili sixteen ounce bowl or eight ounce cup with cheese on tops, onions on the side, sour cream on the side & oyster crackers on the side
16oz Bowl Loaded Tater Soup
16oz Bowl of cream of potato soup, with onions and bacon in it. Topped with Shredded cheese and oyster crackers on the side
8oz Cup Brisket Chili
Brisket chili with shredded cheese on top, onion on the side, sour cream on the side & oyster crackers on the side
16oz Texas ChiliMac
Half Frank's Mac and Cheese and half Texas Chili **Texas Chili is SUPER spicy
16oz Bowl Brisket Chili
16 oz Bowl of Brisket Chili with Shredded cheese on top, onion on the side, sour cream on the side and oyster crackers on the side
8oz Cup Loaded Tater Soup
Cream of Potato Soup, with onions and bacon in it. Topped with shredded cheese and oyster crackers on the side
16oz Bowl Texas Chili
16oz bowl of Texas Chili, topped with shredded cheese, onions on the side, sour cream on the side, oyster crackers on the side. **Texas chili is SUPER spicy
Fresh Brewed Ice Tea
Fresh brewed iced tea made with RO water
Starry
Mug Root Beer
Appeal to the senses with a rich foam, unique aroma and the feeling of ice-cold refreshment
Pepsi
The bold, refreshing, robust cola
Diet Mountain Dew
Exhilarate and quench your thirst with a one of a kind taste.
Mountain Dew
Exhilarate and quench your thirst with a one of a kind taste.
Diet Coke
A crisp, refreshing taste you know and love with zero calories.
Cup Of Ice
Ice Mountain Bottled Water
Coke
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that America loves.
Organic Homemade Lemonade
Diet Pepsi
A crisp tasting, refreshing pop of sweet, fizzy bubbles without calories.
Diet Dr Pepper
Dr Pepper
Sprite
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
Beverages
Meat, Sandwich & Slider
Beef Brisket Sandwich
Sliced unsauced or chopped and sauced upon request sandwich.
Smoked Cold Chicken Salad By The Pound
Burnt Ends Slider
Points of the brisket sauced and cubed slider.
US 41 Pile Up
The US 41 Pile up is 4oz of chopped brisket, 2.5 oz of smoked turkey breast and 2.5 oz of Mikeska Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage on a bun
Pork Belly Slider
Uncured, sauced, and cubed slider.
Smoked Cold Chicken Salad Slider
Smoked chicken served cold slider.
Pulled Rib Sandwich
Rib meat right off the bone sandwich.
Pork Belly Sandwich
Uncured, sauced, and cubed sandwich.
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Unsauced or smoked pork b*** sandwich.
Pulled Pork Slider
Unsauced or smoked pork b*** slider.
Smoked Turkey Breast Slider
With lettuce, tomato, onion, and choice of mayo, slather, or Alabama white sauce.
Pulled Rib By The Pound
Smoked Cold Chicken Salad Sandwich
Smoked chicken served cold sandwich, (add served on croissant for an extra charge).
Pulled Pork By The Pound
Beef Brisket Slider
Sliced unsauced or chopped and sauced upon request slider.
Pulled Chicken By The Pound
Smoked Turkey Breast Sandwich
With lettuce, tomato, onion, and choice of mayo, slather, or Alabama white sauce.
Smoked Turkey Breast By The Pound
Pulled Chicken Slider
Pulled chicken lightly sauced slider.
Rib Tips By The Full Pound
Memphis style (dry rub, sauce on the side).
Rib Tips By The Half Pound
Memphis style (dry rub, sauce on the side).
Pork Belly By The Pound
Beef Brisket By The Pound
Pulled Chicken Sandwich
Pulled chicken lightly sauced sandwich.
Burnt Ends Sandwich
Points of the brisket sauced and cubed sandwich.
Burnt Ends By The Pound
Pulled Rib Slider
Rib meat right off the bone slider.
Texas Chili Nachos
Bed of Chips topped with Texas chili, shredded cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and sour cream. Feeds 1-2 people **Texas chili is SUPER spicy!
1 Chicken Taco
Topped with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion or cilantro, onion, and lime. * sour cream salsa Verde on the side. Choice of flour or corn tortilla
Brisket Taco Meat Nacho
Bed of Chips topped with Brisket taco meat, shredded cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and sour cream.
1 Brisket Taco
Topped with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion or cilantro, onion, and lime. * sour cream salsa Verde on the side. Choice of Flour or Corn Tortilla
Chicken Taco Meat Nachos
Bed of chips topped with Chicken taco meat, shredded cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and sour cream. Feeds 1-2 people
Brisket Chili Nachos
Bed of Chips topped with Brisket chili, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and sour cream.
Tacos & Nachos
Frank's Backyard BBQ "The Sampler"
The sampler includes a quarter pound of brisket and pulled pork. A half-pound of baby back ribs and a choice of a quarter pound of pork belly or burnt ends. Also homemade pickles, pickled onions and pickled jalapenos And two sweet or sweet jalapeno corn breads. No substitution or sides included.
Frank's Baby Back Ribs By The Pound
Franks baby back ribs Memphis style dry rubbed and sauce on the side.
Mikeska Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage
Pork Hot Link
Southern Style Green Beans
Green beans, bacon and onions, cooked on the smoker
1.5oz Bag Of Plain Lays Chips
Vinegar Coleslaw
Homemade vinegar based slaw
Smoked Cabbage
Smoked buttery cabbage
Smokey Beans
Potato Salad
Sweet Cornbread
Homemade and baked on the smoker Sweet Cornbread mini loaf. Single serving size
Loaded Tater
Medium smokey potato topped with cheese, chives, sour cream, and bacon.
Sweet Jalapeno Cornbread
Homemade and baked on the smoker, Sweet Jalapeno Cornbread mini loaf. Single serving size
Creamy Mayo Coleslaw
One of our top sellers, a flavorful creamy slaw made with our homemade sauce
Smokey Potatoes
Cubed Idaho potatoes cooked on the smoker with whole cloves of garlic, butter and salt & pepper
Frank's Mac & Cheese
Cheesy Spicy Corn
Just like it says....it's cheesy, it's spicy and it's corn
Smoked Brussel Sprouts
Brussel sprouts cooked on the smoker with garlic, butter and salt & pepper
Sides
Burgers & More
The "Little Frank" Brisket Burger
Single brisket burger with diced onions, diced lettuce, slather, one slice of American cheese, and pickles.
Turkey Breast Panini
Turkey breast panini with tomato, provolone cheese, bacon, and chimichurri sauce.
Double Brisket Burger
Double brisket burger cooked well done with choice(s) of mayo, ketchup, mustard, lettuce, tomato, raw onion, raw jalapeno, and pickle. (Add American, cheddar, pepper jack or provolone cheese and bacon for an extra charge).
Texas Chili Dog
Wagyu frankfurter topped with brisket or Texas chili (add cheese & onions for an extra charge).
Classic Dog
All Beef Hot Dog topped with mustard, ketchup, relish & onions.
Italian Beef Sandwich
Italian beef sandwich with sweet or hot peppers (add provolone cheese for an extra charge).
The "Big Frank" Double Brisket Burger
Double brisket burger with diced onions, diced lettuce, slather, two slices of American cheese, and pickles.
Brisket Panini
Brisket panini with Cheddar cheese, grilled onions, pickled jalapenos, and chipotle mayo.
Brisket Chili Dog
Reuben Panini
Pastrami panini with cabbage, provolone cheese, and slather on the side.
Single Brisket Burger
Single brisket burger cooked well done with choice(s) of mayo, ketchup, mustard, lettuce, tomato, raw onion, raw jalapeno and pickle. (Add American, cheddar, pepper jack or provolone cheese, and 3 slices of bacon for an extra charge).
Brownie A La Mode
With two scoops of ice cream.
Cheesecake-Cinnamon Bun
Made from scratch and baked on our smoker by Jayden and Jake. Weekly flavors will be updated!
Homemade Ice Cream (2 Scoops)
Homemade Ice Cream (3 Scoops)
Homemade Chocolate Chip Brownies
Homemade Ice Cream (1 Scoop)
Homemade Banana Pudding
Sweet Jalapeno Cornbread
Cheesecake-Chocolate Covered Strawberry
Homemade Ice Cream (Pint)
Sweet Cornbread
Homemade and baked on the smoker sweet cornbread mini loaf. single serving size