MadTree Brewing

★★★★☆ 4.4 (658) • $$

"IT'S LONG BUT READ IT!!!!!Long time coming...been a regular at 1.0 (original brewery) then regulars at 2.0 (existing brewery) had the first beers served. Seen quite a few changes over the years. (The brewery scene is not what it was). Seen staff come n go. We went through a lean time where the food just wasn't worth going as often. BUT NOW the food is awesome n we're back w a vengeance!!! Have a great time w the bartenders as we always have. For us it's nice to be back home!!!Thanks Kenny n Brady for fixing things! Do yourself a favor and visit! There's something for everyone! CHEERS! JC"

Via Vite

★★★★☆ 4 (790) • $$

"It was pretty mid in every way Good thing was the free bread. Was awesome and the food quality itself seemed pretty good. Not great or anything and prices are high"

Ash & Elm Cider

★★★★☆ 4.4 (349) • $$

"Came to Indy for TS weekend. I love how all the local businesses went all in for the weekend.Ash & Elm Cider had a custom Taylor Swift menu with the most creative menu for the weekend.Although the place was slammed, our server was super nice and took care of us. I tried the blood orange cider and it was very good. I normally am a wine and beer person but this cider wasn't overly sweet... it actually reminded me more as a hazy ipa.My swiftie burger was the double patty. Definitely surprising since I'm used to cider places that don't have a kitchen and rely on food trucks to come by.The taproom itself is a big open space with pretty cool decorations. I know some decor was temporary for the weekend but the regular art on the walls looked cool and there large windows (maybe used to be a warehouse) let in a lot of light."

Primavista

★★★★☆ 4.1 (373) • $$$

"My dad, his wife, my husband, and I visited on Saturday night. It was a 5-star experience all the way. Beautiful view, excellent service, and great food. I had the sautéed seasonal fish with crab. It was the perfectly sized portion with a nice presentation. The rest of our group enjoyed their selections as well. The old fashioned was tasty. There was quite a big selection of teas for my husband. We were too full for dessert. Maybe next time!My only minor gripe is the charge for valet parking. I'm of the belief that when you are at a fine dining establishment, valet parking should be free (with a tip, of course)."

High Velocity

★★★★☆ 3.6 (360) • $$

"We were staying at the JW for a conference. After packing up the booth we were famished. The table next to us ordered these, and there was no question.Hands down some of the best nachos I've had at a restaurant! Lots of drink options too."

The District Tap Downtown

★★★★☆ 4 (275) • $$

"We needed a place open late for the evening we got to town. The District Tap was open, convenient, and had a couple of open tables.The place was crowded (more the bar than the restaurant), but service was great. The food was great, too! I ordered the Bulleit Burger with seasoned fries. That's a great burger!"

Liter House

★★★★☆ 4.2 (211)

"We came to Liter's for both the Farmer's Market and Brunch. Unfortunately, I didn't confirm the Farmer's Market hours beforehand so I only had a few minutes to shop. Hopefully I can come back another day because there were some cool items here. One of today's brunch specials was based around the Broad Ripple's Farmer's Market which was a vegan special. There are several vegan and vegetarian options on Liter's menu.We arrived at Liter's before the rush and was seated quickly. Our server, Jordan, couldn't arrive quickly as she appeared to be tied up with a couple large tables. When she did arrive we found her to be friendly, knowledgeable and attentive.The Bavarian inspired menu had many entrees and salads I'm looking forward to trying in the future. Today, we were here for their Saturday brunch. I ordered the Breakfast Brunch Basic with your choice of eggs, protein and toast. I tried the Smoked Pork Hash chopped and sauteed with onions, peppers and potatoes, topped with two scrambled eggs and Crystal hot sauce aioli and thick, hearty toast. The smoked pork was truly excellent and flavorful with large pieces of meat mixed in with the generous veggies. It is hard to find good hash and this certainly was one of the best I've had. I will order again.My husband ordered the Egg Sandwich with option of bacon or sausage on toast with scrambled eggs (his minus cheese) and served with a simple salad, fruit or diced potatoes (his choice). He noted the entire sandwich was bland and the sausage was mediocre. The potatoes were prepared well and he enjoyed a little more after seasoning. He wasn't terribly impressed with the sandwich and probably will not order again. The brunch menu has a nice variety with Ham & Grits, Salads, and several types of Waffles (Chicken & Waffle, Buttermilk Waffle and Meat, Waffle and Turchettis hot link and eggs or the every changing Jose's Waffle Special). I'm no expert on German food; I know what I like but want to try new things. They offer several sausages (bratwurst, bluwurst, currywurst), sauerkraut, schnitzels (pork, chicken or portabella) and several German specials. Of course you'll find all the drafts, ciders, seasonal and canned beers plus cocktails, spirits and wines. I enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere, my breakfast was fantastic and Jordan provided excellent service. I'm sure I'll be back for brunch and the Smoked Pork Hash."

deSha's American Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.6 (260) • $$

"Haven't been here in a lot of years. It is more casual than I remember. We went for new years e e. Men is a lot smaller. We ended up having salmon, fried cod with panko crumbs and fried cod in standard breading. Service was ok but their menu is now more sandwiches and burgers and soups. Didn't expect for dinner."

Queen City Radio

★★★★☆ 4 (159) • $$

"It's a cool place, but a little woke. If you want to be surrounded by pride flags come on in! The slushies are good. The staff is very nice!"

Francis & Mount

★★★★☆ 4 (90)

"Although a little tough to find, it's worth the effort!! The black letters on the window aren't visible when driving up and down the street so just look for the chairs out front on the corner and keep looking!!From the minute we walked in, the bartender made us feel welcome and right at home. Several regular customers were there also, definitely giving the place a homey feel. It's an elevated home but a home nonetheless! The decor is crisp and clean without being cluttered and overwhelming. Anthony Bourdain on the wall ensures excellent food and even better conversation!We had the cheese curds, chicken wrap and fish and chips. Everything arrived quickly and definitely cooked to order, it was all piping hot and fresh. Perfect portions left us nice and full but not leaving anything and not overly stuffed. Francis & Mount is a win and we'll be back if ever in the area!"

The Bulldog

★★★★☆ 3.6 (93) • $$

"Not stellar at the BullDog tonight. We sat for 13 min before we were acknowledged by anyone. Another two min we were leaving. Ordered bread sticks with nacho cheese and marinara. Got nacho cheese only and the sticks were almost burnt on the bottom.Ordered a pizza with extra sauce and extra pepperoni. Ended up with a pizza with almost no sauce. Lots of big bubbles in the crust and looked like the basic amount of pepperoni. We won't be heading back to the BullDog anytime soon for dinner. Also the sports ball on tv was turned up way too loud. Person sitting across from me could barely hear me talk to them. Kitchen staff seemed to be working hard. Rest of the staff in not sure what they were doing"

eXplore Brown County

★★★★★ 4.5 (59)

"My wife and I just zip lined here this evening and we enjoyed it very much! The staff all did a great job at making sure you were safe and made sure everything was done right. We did the night zip line tour and it was very cool we even went ahead and did the free fall at the end of the tour, that was insane cause I think they said you're up 40 feet and you just take a leap off the deck, was fun! It was our first time zip lining so we didn't know what to expect but we were very pleased with our adventure. Not much more to say, just go out and try this zip line tour out, it's great fun! We will have to do the day time tour next time!"

Sassafras Tea Room

★★★★☆ 4.3 (56) • $$

"Sassafras Lunch & Tea Room is a quaint establishment with a large selection of amazing teas and delicious food.My wife and I recently visited Sassafras for an Afternoon Tea Time (Duchess Tea). Being our first time, we weren't sure what to expect but were pleasantly surprised. Our server was very friendly and personable. She was clearly knowledgeable about the menu and did her best to ensure our visit was enjoyable. The Duchess Tea includes: two teas, scones, three finger sandwiches, and a variety of treats. Our teas were hot and full of flavor and our food was fresh and filling. We liked trying the assortment of desserts and enjoyed each one that was served.We are looking forward to another visit in the future and plan to share our experience with friends and family."

Hotel Carmichael

★★★★☆ 4.3 (52) • $$$

"The first thing you'll notice when you enter Hotel Carmichael is the wonderful ambient scent that pervades throughout the property. It's called patchouli blanc, and it's heavenly. According to one of my Yelp friends, who is also in love with the scent at Hotel Carmichael, they sell this fragrance at the gift shop in the hotel. Good to know! The second thing you'll notice at Hotel Carmichael is the attention to detail. Everything is spotless, everything is in its right place. They are supremely invested in customer comfort here: from the little touches, like a complimentary 4 p.m. champagne toast at the bar in the lobby, to the 12 p.m. checkout (which allows you to rest just a bit more), to the immaculate workout center that is open 24/7. I love that they have a gym in the hotel that's open all day, every day. Sometimes, a lady needs to work out at 4 a.m. or 3 p.m., you know? The workout center at Hotel Carmichael has two elliptical machines on either side of three treadmills. There is also a set of free weights, a stationary bicycle, a machine that you push with your feet that works your thighs, medicine balls, and some other workout equipment that I didn't know much about. There are fresh towels and complimentary bottled water for your enjoyment.My room was a double queen room. It felt very spacious, and the beds were very comfy -- I slept well. The rooms at Hotel Carmichael have a Nespresso machine. I loved making a vanilla cappuccino in the little machine and enjoying it on the chair in my room, looking out the window onto downtown Carmel. My children really enjoyed that our TV had games on it. I can't even tell you what kind of games, but one of them looked like a worm? The remote control was also a video game controller, apparently, which was cool. This is what I mean about attention to detail. Even though Hotel Carmichael isn't what I would think of as the most family-friendly hotel, they sneak the family friendliness in by adding little touches like games on the TV. Our hotel room also had a big chandelier in it. I love Carmel.The shower situation is lovely. The shower is huge and can fit a family of four, or one indulgent woman who just wants to take a hot shower by herself and get some peace and quiet, dammit. There are multiple shower heads, and nice smelling shampoo/conditioner/body wash available in the shower. One thing to keep in mind: My hotel room had a mini fridge, but there were White Claws and other such adult beverages in it. I didn't touch them because a) White Claw, and b) I didn't want to get charged for White Claw. So if you have dinner leftovers that you wanted to save, or Lunchables and Gogurts that you brought for your kids, this mini fridge might be off limits. You might want to ask the front desk about your mini fridge use. On the same vein, my hotel room had a little nook with liquor and snacks tucked into the corner, right by the beds, all inviting-like. As soon as I saw it, I yelled to my children, "Don't touch that! Leave it alone!" It all looked delicious and tasty. It was presented very well. But if you have young children who think that everything in the hotel belongs to them, and you don't want to pay however-much for a tin of Pringles, then please keep this in mind. These are the only two non-young-kid-friendly things about the hotel, but I imagine that you could get these items cleared from your room before your stay, if you ask."

Edelweiss Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (58) • $$

"This place is amazing. Talk about taking yourself back in time for a minute you feel like you are in Germany. They open at 5pm for dinner only. You drive down this dark road, and you would never know there was a parking lot and a restaurant from the top of the road. You go inside from the parking lot on a top level, down a flight of stairs is the restaurant. They do have an elevator for handicap. Once below it's amazing. It's small probably about 30 tables, wooden walls, and all decorated with Germany memorabilia. I was so excited to try this place the last time I had German food was in Germany 20 plus years ago. I still remember what that tasted like. There was 2 waitress serving and taking orders. Lisa was our waitress. She is such a nice lady, and definitely knows her menu, and has worked their for a long time. I ordered the German beer on tap it was very light, clear, and refreshing. My other half Bayrischer Schweinebraten it was a tender slow roasted pork shoulder. I tasted the dish and it was amazing. Very tender and with lots of flavor. It was not sliced it was more like chunk pork. His side was the sliced apples. I have never tried apples sliced fresh, in a cinnamon sauce. I wish you could order this by the pint or quart to take home. Amazing! I ordered Jägerschnitzel which was delicious with the cream white wine sauce, and mushroom. The sauce was so good I asked for a little more sauce. The pork meat was tender, and a nice slice. My sides was potato pancakes oh my goodness hold the fork these were not greasy at all. I put the sour cream and applesauce on the potato cakes. My other side I was wanting to try was the German potato salad. It was good, completely traditional, but not my favorite for my taste buds. Before dinner you have a choice of soup or salad. I definitely tried the soup which was really good the traditional red cabbage soup. I can't wait to come back to try more dishes. For dessert if you have room definitely order the bread pudding with the warm whiskey sauce. You will want to make room for this dessert. We were getting ready to leave, they were closing, and they were so nice they make everything fresh daily, and had extra apple and cherry turnovers. I had taken home 1 of each. The next day with a cup of coffee, warmed up, very good. I can't wait to come back! Thank you ladies for such a great experience."

Puerto Vallarta

★★★★☆ 3.5 (73) • $$

"Stopped into this newly enlarged redecorated restaurant for lunch (actually this is the 4th time I have stopped in since it reopened-but I didn't have time to review). This restaurant location and any of their several Muncie locations have always been a joy. Ambiance and cleanliness have been perfect! Food is fresh hot and you can order it the way you wish -- today I wished for a simple plate of whole beans & Mexican rice. Wish granted! The waiter didn't flinch when asked for something not listed on the menu but smiled and said sure we 'we can do that'!Have been a patron of this chain for more years than Yelp has been around and when we crave Mexican food this chain sets the standard! Cant leave a review without mentioning the flan. They set that bar pretty high. Light, creamy & sweet. Large enough to share if you just want a few bites of something nice to top off your meal.Make any of the Puerto Vallarta Muncie locations your first stop for a delicious relaxing meal!"

Windmill Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (61) • $$

"Delicious food and wonderful customer service. Emily C. was awesome. We will return!Delicious food and wonderful customer service. Emily C. was awesome. We will return!"

Red Apple Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (49)

"I was greeted and seated fairly quickly. Lisa was my server/waitress. She was friendly and paid attention to details. When she served my breakfast, she said, "something's missing." It was the hash browns. She brought that to me shortly after that. Kept coffee refilled as i dined. Good food- eggs over hard, ham slice, hash browns, sourdough toast( i can't find that often!). Choice of creamers for my coffee, and she brought a small bowl filled with them. She brought ketchup for the hash browns when she served them without having to ask. Orange marmalade was great on the sourdough toast. She also brought me an extra spoon when i asked, as the one I had I was using for marmalade, needed one for coffee. I dined on a Saturday morning after a busy work week, felt like treating myself."

The Redmoor

★★★★☆ 4.2 (39) • $$

"Great fun for a comedy show. Saw Pat Godwin from Bob & Tom radio show and he was a blast. Fun songs and audience interaction because we were "right there". Vip seating worth being up front highly recommended. Servers were great and quick. No longing for a drink once empty or even just near empty. Awesome! Didn't have food but folks nearby all head clean plates so I assume good grub too!"

The Indianapolis Propylaeum

★★★★☆ 3.5 (55) • $$

"A gorgeous venue in the heart of the Old Northside. Did you know you can:1) Rent the entire house, for an occasion or event for up to 14 people? Rates are typically between $800-1000, for a more affordable and memorable experience than a generic hotel: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/475320822) Enjoy a formal afternoon high tea, with those tiny cucumber sandwiches, delectable pastries, and a sampling of high-end teas? https://do317.com/events/weekly/wed/come-for-afternoon-tea-at-the-propylaeum3) Attend unique literary and cultural events? Join their email list to stay in the loop: https://www.thepropylaeum.org/programs4) Tour the house, examining its crooks and crannies. Don't forget the impressive ballroom on the top floor. This location also has historical importance in the early feminist movement in Indianapolis. It continues to be a progressive literary and cultural hub."

The Pickle and Pig

★★★★☆ 3.9 (36) • $$

"Loved every detail of this experience. My dining zone encompasses a huge geographic area, spanning at least four counties (kind of like the Cincinnati Elite Squad territory). I've been to many different places in the past two years, and I make bold to place the P&P in the top five.First the atmosphere- a very real-feeling homage to the Prohibition era. Floors are wood, walls are brick, seats are leather, lights are low and have an early 20th century look. The whole place captures this vibe. No televisions except for a flat screen on a far wall running silent shorts of 90 years past. Jazz, ragtime and other popular music of the day was in the background. I felt transported back in time and I loved it.Service was excellent. Hostess, manager, server were very polished, soft spoken and professional. Our waitress was Shelby, who answered questions, explained menu, made suggestions and checked on us in a timely manner. All the serving staff were in an understated uniform of beige shirt,dark pants and a butcher apron. One of them was sporting a newsboy cap. Their appearance and comportment added to the charming old time ambiance. Speaking of appearance I'm glad we dressed up a bit. It felt right. You want to put on a bit of the Ritz here.The cocktails! Don't come here for Sex on the Beach or a Jaegerbomb. They haven't been invented yet! Have a Manhattan, Gin Fizz or my choice, the Giggle Flower. Sweet and ladylike but with a subtle punch. The cocktail menu is intriguing and fun. The food! They start you off with a dish of house pickles, nice crunchy garlicky little half sour slices. A refreshing change from a bread basket and great if you are cutting carbs. I had the Red Light Chicken and Waffles. Amazing. Chicken so moist, breading crackly crisp and flavorful, waffle thick and eager to soak up the Cajun maple drizzle which was a perfect spicy-sweet balance. My husband had the Southern Gump, I tasted the thinly sliced sausage which was delicious, and the grits, infused with scallion, were so creamy almost like polenta. He would not share any shrimp. I liked the crisp tender texture of the Brussels sprouts, another nice alternative to the ubiquitous flash-fried/glazed prep that is everywhere. It could stand some more seasoning however. The slaw was light and crisp and went well with my dish.Hope to return very soon!"

Gangsters Dueling Piano Bar

★★★☆☆ 2.9 (56) • $$

"So this place can totally give you the wrong vibe, at all times throughout the night. It's almost like it's not sure what it wants to be... which makes it great!!When we first got there a little after 7:30 on a saturday night, and as soon as we walked in we wondered if we were at the right place, and if being in jeans, no matter the heals or dress shirts, if we were grossly underdressed. One of the hosts told the other a table number and we told him we were just looking for the bar. Around to the right he directed us, and as we turned the corner, the thoughts we had at the door grew stronger. but we found some seats at the bar, and the bartender immediately put our mind at ease.The show doesn't normally start until 8:30 but they're trying to get started sooner especially if there's a lot of people here. So we ordered some drinks, and then discovered they have Buckets, or as the bartender put it, "buckets of booze" that were themed to the place as well. We ordered a Heading for the Border, that was like a giant margarita, and under $17 dollars, and totally worth it. The drinks are reasonable, and it seems the crowd really picks up after 9-9:30, and you realize there's people from all walks of life here. Old, young, classy, normal, it doesn't matter.The pianos are positioned right down the middle of the place with the tables/restaurant on one side and the bar, with some stage side seating on the other. There's some really nice private rooms in the back for parties, gatherings, and what not. There is also a seperate smoking room to the left when you first walk in that has doors on it and windows so you can see the stage if you need to take a smoke break without going outside, or invading anyone elses breathing area. I definately want to give this place a try for a late dinner and stay for the show sometime. They play a bunch of different music, and if you really want them to play a song, tip them nicely and they'll get to it sooner. And it doesn't seem any song is too new, too old, or too wierd for them."

A Cut Above Catering

★★★★★ 4.5 (11)

"I was recently in Carmel as a guest presenter for a wedding and events industry event where A Cut Above provided the food. Having a culinary background, I tend to be very fussy about food and rarely eat before speaking. The event had a Tea Party theme, and as it was the group's first in-person event in 18 months, they wanted to keep things low touch. A Cut Above created unique tea-time-themed bento boxes. Each box contained a small Mixed Green Salad, a Scone with Raspberry Jam, a Macaron, and two Tea Sandwiches.The Salad was fresh, and the dressing in a pipette was delicious. The Macaron was perfectly crisp and tender, and the Cucumber Tea Sandwich was light and flavorful. The two standouts were the Coronation Chicken Tea Sandwich and the Lavender Scone. I LOVE Coronation Chicken, and this was as good as any I've had. Lavender is a flavor that can easily go wrong, and this was perfect. It was subtle with just a hint of Lavender in a tender, well-made Scone. The Tea selections they offered were beautiful and well presented.Their staff was friendly and professional, the food was excellent, and everything was beautifully presented. I enjoyed everything so much I asked for an extra box to take back to my hotel room!"

Pizza Quik

★★★★☆ 3.8 (12)

"This was surprisingly really good pizza! It's in a rundown building in a super small town so I didn't have great expectations but it was better than most pizza places. I got a giant salad and a little pizza for $11 and it was enough to have for dinner and lunch. They also have some super random arcade games like one where you ride a dolphin!"