The Hog Rock Cafe & Event Center

The Hog Rock Cafe & Event Center

345 E Ripley St, Osgood, IN 47037, United States

+1 812-654-6521

Restaurant, Catering food and drink supplier, Caterer, Event venue, Wedding venue
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The Hog Rock Cafe & Event Center, located in the heart of Osgood, IN, masterfully blends a hearty dining experience with versatile event hosting, making it a cornerstone in the local community. This restaurant and event venue sits in a charmingly repurposed former school gymnasium, offering guests an inviting and unique atmosphere that’s both nostalgic and refreshingly vibrant.

As a restaurant, Hog Rock Cafe specializes in Southern-inspired comfort food that pleases the palate with its robust, smoky flavors and satisfying portions. Signature dishes such as their crispy Fried Chicken, Hog’s Loaded Nachos topped with chili, and the irresistible Smoked Fried Bologna showcase their commitment to quality and bold, savory tastes. The menu’s appetizers, from Breaded Baby Portobello Mushrooms to Pickle Fries, serve up a delightful variety of textures and seasoning that make for perfect starters. You’ll find each bite bursting with rich, crafted flavors—whether it’s the crunch of their golden Cheese Curds or the tender juiciness of their Chicken Wings paired alongside the tangy, creamy housemade slaw.

Customers repeatedly praise the warmth and attentiveness of the staff, adding an extra layer of comfort to the dining experience. Michael Stutz, a delighted first-time visitor, praised the 16oz Ribeye paired with a loaded potato and fresh spring mix salad, noting the remarkable quality and the kindness of the team. Another guest raved about the buffalo grilled chicken and fried green tomatoes, highlighting the fair prices and generous portions that make the Fried Chicken special an exceptional value.

Beyond just great food, The Hog Rock Cafe excels as an event and wedding venue, a fact cherished by locals like Tawnya Wood who appreciates the family-friendly environment and engaging community events such as memorable live shows. This dual role enriches the venue’s charm, transforming it into a lively gathering place where celebrations are paired with delectable food and a soulful atmosphere reflective of its strong community roots.

Whether dropping in for a casual but fulfilling meal or planning a special occasion, Hog Rock Cafe & Event Center offers authenticity, comfort, and warmth that linger well after the last bite. The unique setting, combined with thoughtfully prepared dishes and genuine hospitality, makes it a truly must-visit spot in Osgood for both locals and visitors alike.

If you’re seeking rich, satisfying Southern classics delivered with heartfelt service and a genuine love for the community, Hog Rock Cafe invites you to experience their flavorful world of food and festivities.

Service options
Delivery Dine-in
Highlights
Fast service Great beer selection Great cocktails Live music Serves local specialty Sport
Popular for
Lunch Dinner Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Comfort food Small plates Spirits Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating Table service
Amenities
Bar on site Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual Trendy
Crowd
Groups Tourists
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids Changing table(s) High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Opening Hours

  • Monday
    Closed
  • Tuesday
    Closed
  • Wednesday
    05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
  • Thursday
    05:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday
    04:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday
    04:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Sunday
    12:00 PM - 09:00 PM

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Visitor Reviews

  • Michael Stutz
    1 month ago

    My first visit to the Hog Rock Cafe,"Fantastic Dinner", I ordered the 16oz Ribeye, Loaded Potato, and Spring Mix Salad, absolutely amazing . All the staff were very kind and helpful, Larry "Kitchen" super great fella, all in all Beautiful Restaurant, definitely a must visit, I highly recommend

  • N A
    1 month ago

    Tasty food and beautiful interior. A really unique place. Prices are fair and portions are decent. I ordered the house salad and was thoroughly impressed. The grilled chicken with the buffalo sauce was very tasty. The fried green tomatoes were very good. The fried chicken special is well-worth it. Four pieces of chicken with two sides for $12. If you're in the area, definitely check out it!

  • Tawnya Wood
    2 month ago

    Hog rock is a fantastic family-friendly restaurant that provides an enjoyable dining experience for all ages. They have a menu that offers a wide range of options and I have always had friendly, attentive servers. We have also attended a few of their party events such as the Prince event as well as others and the shows were absolutely amazing! The owners are great friends, community driven, and they always help out with local fundraisers/benefits when they can. They have hosted and catered my nephews Dollar for Scholars-Cruise in for a Cause car show several years in a row and my family is forever grateful for all that they have done in his honor. Their dedication to creating a meaningful and successful event is always evident, and we appreciate their generosity so much! I highly recommend you give them a try for your next party event!

  • Jeffrey Hyde
    2 month ago

    We stopped her with our family on a Friday evening, just before it started to really fill up. We got fried pickles and pretzel bites for appetizers. Each was good. I got a pulled pork sandwich and ate part of my wife’s turkey sandwich. Again, both were pretty good. The wait staff were friendly and took good care of us. The atmosphere was unique. I think it was in a renovated school building. Overall, it was good and the prices were quite reasonable. Would come back, for sure.

  • Amy
    3 month ago

    This place was previously a school so the atmosphere is kinda unique. The dining area is set up in what used to be the school gymnasium. The food was good and the server was very friendly. It took a little longer to get our food than what we had hoped, but that’s the worst we can say about this place. My husband and I split the pulled pork and turkey sandwiches. Both had very tender, juicy meat. I would definitely visit again.

  • Olivia Bancroft
    3 month ago

    The Hog Rock was a WINNER for our wedding day! We had imagined a more casual meal since our wedding was at a private residence and Hog Rock hit it out of the park with their barbecue. We had SO MUCH food and all of our guests were impressed. The biggest shout out goes to Chrissy Lanham who was so patient and accommodating over the 9 months or so of planning. Chrissy made sure to double-check our menu, to offer recommendations when needed, and ensured that the catering team had all the supplies and information they needed. Between appetizers and dinner, our cost was so reasonable, especially for a wedding at about $28/per person. You can’t ask for much better than that! Delicious pulled pork and chicken, mac and cheese, and my favorite – our pretzel bites with craft beer cheese! We were so pleased with the service and the food! Will definitely recommend to anyone planning an event in the area!

  • Rachel Stenger
    3 month ago

    This place is neat to walk around, the staff was all very nice and attentive to us. The food was very good. They had music playing but it wasn't loud which was good. The only thing I didn't honestly like was the manager seem to come out multiple times to address the staff and his approach to the issues was very rude. He grumbled at a waitress about your giving out too much sauce and she said she was charging for it. He seems still frustrated with this and some other conversation were had in front of customers near the bar area with multiple staff. I was also disappointed in the kids meal prices, it was my fault for not realizing the kids menu items are priced individually not as a meal. Overall though I think it's a great restaurant to check out.

  • Jacquey Osborne
    4 month ago

    We had a class get together i had the of course they are so good but there are variety of food it was eaten so it was good. We had a great time carol our waitress was on top of it. Great personality. The whole night was great, Thank you

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