Borage

We had a great brunch here a few weeks ago. Our server was so friendly and fun to talk to. The food was delicious and came out quickly. This might sound crazy, but one thing that really set Borage apart from other restaurants was their water! I'm not from Indy originally and hate drinking tap water here, but theirs is definitely filtered. After brunch we went over to the market area. Lots of yummy looking pantry items and other treats. My daughter also loved playing with all of the toys they had out for kids.

I really want to love Borage, I really do! But even though the vibe is my jam and being someone who enjoys eclectic food a la Ft Sq's Milktooth, I just can't seem to even like a few of the essentials:-the parking lot is tiny compared to the quantity of seats. Plus, the restaurant location isn't as walkable as Main St in Speedway so it's challenging to get in the door in the first place.-once inside, you can enjoy the vibe or order, but every time I've been on the bakery side I have been served by staff that seemed annoyed that they had to take my order. They don't want to make small talk, but they also seem to want to make any talk, period. This has happened during three separate visits with three different staff members.-pastries and coffee are okay.... But not for the prices they charged. Not gonna lie, a post-lunch pastry that I purchased didn't keep very well to the next morning either because berries became moldy and pastry crust turns soggy. Highlight was the Gobbler sandwich... it doesn't fix the above, but it is mighty tasty if you end up here for a meal.

My A - Z restaurant quest continues at this Speedway cafe, bakery & market. Decided to support local this Valentine's Day & enjoyed the Saturday night British Invasion menu. The fish and chips really hit the spot and it was even rainy outside, mimicking typical England weather. The fries needed salt and there was none provided on the table so just a pinch when frying them would have helped. The star of the show was that Sticky Toffee Pudding. Warm, gooey, and sweet with just a hint of spice from the gingerbread cake and bayleaf caramel sauce. The pomegranate seeds added a fun touch and the whole thing was topped with ice cream. So good! I thought the service was good - the seating is pretty cozy with your neighbor, so be prepared for that if it's busy. The cafe are was really cute & I'd like to go back for brunch sometime.

Gigante bean salad with pressed lions mane mushroom was flavorful and satisfying. Their preserved lemon vinaigrette was a good pairing for the greens. The lions mane mushroom was meaty, it felt like eating steak. For a vegetarian, it was a great option. I didn't feel like I was missing out at all, given all the other meat-centric options on their menu. The vegan cream cheese, butternut squash, and brussels sprout brioche bun was great too. We ventured to their market which was pretty vast with specialty items you can't find in an average grocery store. They have a variety of baked goods in their glass case. The item we were surprised by were the croutons. They were so good, we ate them as a snack, and opted out of adding them to a salad. They were flavored well and crunchy. Service was okay. We felt rushed in the dining room. In the market, a few other customers were standing around for some time, without anyone behind the counter to help.

This is my second time here and was just as great this time!The menu has specials which rotate based on supplies and local ingredients. I had a special which was chicken salad melt and it was delightful. My friend had the gigantic bean salad with mushrooms and loved it.A fun place with a friend for lunch or brunch or a coffee.

Enjoyed the shop with some local goods and some baked goods. Service was friendly.Ate in the restaurant. It was a bit higher priced than expected, so it won't be a regular place for me to frequent. It was good and I enjoyed it as well as my drink. Love the decor. Quiet &atmosphere.

Love this new spot in Speedway! A cute little diner and market with a coffee shop and bakery counter is just what the west side needed. We've been several times now and never disappointed with the baked goods and coffee selection. Their traditional breakfast plate is great for those (like me) who prefer a basic breakfast spread. The tofu egg substitute is a very interesting take if you're vegan or trying to watch your cholesterol (but you probably shouldn't order the traditional plate since most other things are fried). The breakfast sandwich is good, but on the greasy side. One of the highlights is peaking in their bakery case to take home a sweet treat or splurging on a pint (or two) of Circles Ice Cream. My favorite is their cornbread + honey! Tip: reserve a table ahead of time or be willing to wait a while during brunch time.

Ate at Borage for New Years and even though it was busy it still came out great. Had two orders of pancakes with bacon and sausage. Wasn't big on the sausage but it was okay. Pancakes were amazing. Loved the selection of items in the market. Will be back.

Another fabulous experience at Borage this week. This round, I opted to sit on the market/coffee shop side and enjoy a latte while working. It's hard to beat the views of a bustling coffee counter and bread being baked behind the kitchen windows. The energy was perfect for cranking through work. My seasonal latte, the Heat Miser, was a delightful mix of cinnamon and chocolate. I picked up turkey sandwich and the INCREDIBLE espresso soaked cherry toffee cookie before hitting the road. Note that they also have some fabulous premade meals like chicken and dumplings and so on. The service was friendly to top it all off. Can't wait for my next visit.

our new favorite restaurant! Flavors galore without overpowering. high quality ingredients. exceptional service (yay Lauren!). i loved the breakfast I had two months ago, but the dinner... beyond top notch!