Punch Burger

I'm a big fan of the Downtown Indy location. I didn't even realize they had a Carmel location.It's hard to offer a full-fledged review because I love Downtown Punch Burger so much. These are the burgers you're looking for. I swear by Downtown Punch Burger, and it's the burger place I always send visiting relatives and out of town friends to. They cook fantastic, straight-ahead burgers but also offer creative and tasty burgers with flair. My favorite is the Bleu burger with a turkey patty. But feel free to get as weird with it as you want. They really bring the idea of "Have It Your Way" to life.The Carmel location isn't quite up to the Downtown Indy level. The burgers were basically the same, but not quite as flavorfully popping. The service, cleanliness, etc., was all perfectly fine taken on its own merits. But compared to Downtown Punch Burger, doesn't quite measure up.I'd definitely say give them a try if you're in Carmel and looking for a good burger. If nothing else, the waffle fries are completely to die for.

I recently discovered that Punch Burger had opened up shop a block away from my apartment, near some office buildings. What a delightful surprise, as I had wanted to give it a try, but the other location was so far away from me! I ordered for pick up and the lovely worker brought it right out to my car. In fact, the food was made so fast that I hadn't even left my apartment before it was ready! Talk about quick! The burnt cheese burger was delicious, which is no surprise, as the idea of putting burnt cheese, the best substance on earth, on a burger was very appealing. But the star of the show was truly the sweet potato tots! Holy moly were they delicious! Salty, fatty, sweet! And if you add ketchup, tangy as well! They were completely crunchy, which often to-go tots are not. I am a big fan and it is definitely both a blessing and a curse that they are now open right across the street from me!

I went to Punch Burger for the third time yesterday and after thinking about it, decided to review. My first visit wasn't overwhelming. Had a burger and fries, it was alright. Nothing spectacular to bring me back. A co-worker wanted to go so off we went, me for the second time. We waited probably 10 minutes with zero staff in sight. We yelled hello a few times to no avail. Probably should have left but I called instead and was told they would be up in a few minutes. An employee, who I've seen all 3 visits, finally arrived and unpleasantly took our order. I ordered a grilled cheese, crinkle fries and 2 cups of cheese. She charged me for a grilled cheese, a drink and 2 crinkle fries. She already wasn't pleasant so I just let it go and stored it away in my memory for next time I decide I want a grilled cheese so I go somewhere else. Same co-worker and I went out for lunch yesterday. We were headed somewhere else and suddenly got a hankering for grilled cheese and fries so we detoured. Another unpleasant employee took our order. I paid and then looked at my receipt. Again ordered grilled cheese and crinkled fries and side of cheese. Was again overcharged for a drink. This time I requested the $2 and something refund. She wasn't real pleasant from beginning to end so I can't say that she was put out about the error. The food isn't bad but I'm not sure it's worth feeling like I'm putting them out asking them to do their job plus overcharging me each time I go in. Overall, I think I'm being generous by giving them 2 stars.

Punch Burger is my favorite lunch spot in Carmel. You can build your own burger, choosing from a large variety of both standard and unique ingredients. House made pickles, Asian slaw, pineapple, ghost pepper cheese, red onions,mushrooms, and many other options.I love that you can sub the veggie burger for one of the meat choices. And it is a very tasty veggie patty, thick and flavorful. And you can choose from a regular bun, pretzel bun, or Texas Toast, which is my favorite.Sweet potato tots are my favorite! Unlike some of the sweet potato fries I have had where you barely taste the sweet potato, these tots are bursting with sweet potato flavor. Waffle fries are very good also, and you can choose from several dipping sauces served on the side. If you are undecided you can order a mixed basket of sweet potato tots and waffle fries.This is a perfect restaurant for vegetarian dining. The vegetable toppings are always fresh and delicious and the veggie burger is one of the best I have found.Service is always great and there is plenty of seating inside and out. Free WiFi too so a nice place for an informal business lunch.

Let's start off with the positive, the lady who took my order was friendly and welcoming. Alright, my burger was cold, the "burnt" cheese was tough and not chewy. The bread was soggy from the condiments and wet lettuce. The fries were burnt and hard and went right into the trash. I waited 20+ minutes for my food, sitting at a table in the corner. I had no idea how long it should take since it was lunch time. I finally went up to the counter and asked if the wait would continue and she grabbed my food from the warming lamp and handed me a receipt that at the top read DOORDASH order. That's odd, since I came in and ordered in person. She said she couldn't see me sitting since I was at a table in the corner. I asked why my buzzer that I held the entire time never went off and she said because she couldn't see me. I will not be back and would have wanted to since I have a card which entitles me to a free drink and fries with the purchase of a sandwich through next year.

I love Punch Burger! I needed a quick bit to eat on my way to an appointment in Carmel. I ordered and had my hot grilled cheese sandwiches within 10 minutes. The lines moved quickly and the cooks were so quick putting the food baskets together. They did an excellent job. I noticed someone near me received something incorrectly and they were very quick to apologize and make it right. I always like seeing that in restaurants. They have a nice wide selection of burgers & sandwiches, a couple sides and some good beers. Not a big selection for my vegetarian friend (but this IS a burger joint haha). I love all the Local ingredients and will definitely be back!!!

This was exactly what we are looking for. A standard burger that was perfectly prepared and Juicy with lettuce cheese tomato onion mayo and ketchup. Drove up to their drive up spot called in the order and five minutes later they brought it out hot and juicy. The only thing I would do differently next time is toast the bun as it tasted just a bit doughy as it was soft but tasty. Highly recommend

Ive heard a little about this place and thought why not try it out. Who doesn't love a good burger?We were kind of close to their closing time, (didn't realize that until we ordered) so we were the only people there. The burgers are very good, shake was delicious, great fries. It's a little more then I thought I would pay, but I don't mind paying for good food.Because it was so close to closing, it didn't seem like they wanted in the place, so I ate really fast. I would like to try it again when I don't feel so rushed.

I really enjoyed my Aloha burger. At first the ham was a little salty to me, but then once you eat the pineapple that salty and sweet made an excellent combo. This was our first visit so it was hard to decide what to get and I felt rushed sine we were in a line and I had to decide, but I was super happy with my choice. There were 4 adults and we shared a basket of waffle fries and a basket or the sweet potato tots and it was plenty of fries, possibly too many, but we still ate all of them. I usually dislike waffle fires, but these were really good, but I think the tots were amazing and I would for sure get those when we go back. I got my Aunt a double and she ended up thinking it was way too much and it was pretty greasy too. The rest of us didn't have that issue, so maybe that extra patty was too much.

I'm what you might call unrefined, or simple. I really don't get into all the fancy restaurants that try to put a "new spin" on something that should be really simple. I prefer basic, classic American food--and Punch Burger is the altar that I worship at.That said, I've only had their basic cheeseburger, and let's be serious, it's all you need to live a fulfilling life. The meat is cooked to perfection, the bun is fantastic, and the toppings are all fresh. The real reason you should come here is the fries. Quite possibly the greatest thing that I have ever put in my mouth. For a proper experience, you MUST get the cheese sauce for dipping. It's incredibly thick and incredibly cheesy, but once you get your hands on it, life will finally start making sense to you. Another bonus point for having a Coca-Cola Freestyle machine. While the soda doesn't make or break my experience, I do enjoy a good soda with a good burger, and Coke products are so vastly superior to Pepsi that it isn't even funny. My desire to keep from becoming overweight keeps me from being a Punch Burger regular, but don't let my insanity stop you from going. One final reminder--get the cheese sauce with your fries. You'll thank me later--no, you'll thank me immediately.