Hoosiers love BBQ, which may explain why Indiana is packed full of amazing BBQ eateries, from sandwich shops to sit-down restaurants. If you’re looking for a truly unique place to find some of the state’s best BBQ, you’ll want to check out this small gas station BBQ stop that will blow your mind.

Bloomington is home to many incredible restaurants, but none are quite like this tiny gas station BBQ stop.

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Short Stop Food Mart, also known as Short Stop Barbecue Train, is an incredible BBQ dining spot located outside of this Sunoco gas station shop. What’s even more interesting is that their smoker is the middle section of this incredible BBQ train!

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From Monday through Saturday, you can experience the magic of the BBQ train at Short Stop.

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You’ll find restaurant quality food here that’s finger lickin’ good. Order pulled pork, chicken, ribs, brisket, or burnt ends made fresh daily on this unique smoker.

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You’ll even be able to enjoy cheeseburgers, hot dogs, black bean burgers, and delicious sides like pasta salad, mac and cheese, baked beans, and more!

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Inside the mart, you’ll find a wide variety of grocery items and a kitchen area that serves breakfast items and sandwiches, as well as the BBQ entrees for dinner. You can even eat in their famous dining area, where the wall has been signed by John Mellencamp and other celebrities!

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For an unforgettable BBQ experience, be sure to visit Short Stop Food Mart in Bloomington.

Short Stop Food Mart/Facebook You’ll find Short Stop and the BBQ Train at 901 N Smith Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408.

Have you ever been to this incredible BBQ station at Short Stop Food Mart in Bloomington? What was your favorite part of the experience?

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You’ll find Short Stop and the BBQ Train at 901 N Smith Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408.

For more epic BBQ joints in the Hoosier state, be sure to visit these 8 little known BBQ restaurants.

 

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