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    Black Leaf Vegan

    4.1 (123 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Nachos?

    Food could be better. I got the nachos (drenched in very sweet sauce and covered in slaw for some reason??), and the mac and cheese is completely flavorless, doesn't seem like any seasonings at all. I spent $50 here to not eat anything I got because I didn't like it. I am a 14 year vegan and have a lot of experience, this place needs some help. A refund would have been appreciated.

    Giselle L.

    My husband and I were on the hunt for a cool spot that served balanced, healthy vegan food, and we stumbled upon this gem thanks to Yelp! From the moment we walked in, we were impressed. The space is super clean with a cozy, modern vibe. The staff greeted us warmly and took our order right away--great service always sets the tone. We ordered the BEC Bagel (vegan bacon, egg, and cheese) and the SEC Bagel (vegan sausage, egg, and cheese), and wow... both were absolutely delicious! The flavors were rich, satisfying, and so well-balanced, it's the kind of vegan comfort food that keeps you coming back. This place didn't just satisfy our cravings; it surprised us in the best way possible. It's officially made its way into our top 3 favorite vegan restaurants--and that includes all of Illinois and Indiana! If you're vegan (or even just vegan-curious), we highly recommend checking this place out. Do yourself a favor and try the bagels--you won't regret it!

    Alexandria H.

    We came here on a whim for lunch as we were both craving something light but more on the heavy side. I ordered a bacon ranch burger with sweet potato fries. It was scrumptious!!! There is some sort of honey sauce they drizzle on top which makes it taste even more amazing and brings all the flavors together. I used some sort of chilli sauce for my sweet potato fries which paired nicely as well. For a drink I had one of their lemonades and the only downside is I couldn't get a refill, lol. The place was quiet and we had our meal within 15 minutes of ordering. If you're in a hurry you should definitely place your order ahead of time, but if not take the time to sit and enjoy your food. We were in during the later part of the lunch hour so it was not insanely busy which was nice. Unfortunately I do think you have to be specifically looking for this place to find it as the street is kind of off to the side, but once you know it's there, I guarantee you'll be going back several times. And what's even better is it's next to the canal so you can go for a walk too!

    Clean space , great food and affordable.  I had the bagel (sausage and cheese) and it's delicious.
    Diana R.

    I'm traveling from Texas and this place is located inside the building . The place is clean , the staff is very friendly and the food is AMAZING. I had the bagel with sausage and cheese is delicious. The raspberries cake is moist with fresh raspberries. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone coming near the area.

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    Dawn H.

    Service was amazing. Such friendly staff! The food was good, but messy! Would have been nice to have knives. Would also like to see plates and silverware vs. carry out containers and plasticware for those dining in. The price was a little steep, but I'm willing to pay that for a great local business. You will need to pay to park, so be prepared for that.

    Bruce F.

    A black-owned business that is also vegan and their food is amazing The owners are very engaging and helpful if you don't know what to order. I ordered the guacamole burger. This is a 100% plant based patty topped with guacamole and a teriyaki sauce. The flavors will have you rethinking your need to have red meat. It's a little pricy but well with it.

    Billie K.

    I would like to stay the staff was very friendly. The young lady worked in the register was very sweet. We had been doing some work, so we stopped in to get a bite to eat. The mac & cheese certainly looked fire, and I thought it was mediocre. Presentation was a five star. It was just the taste was not there for me. I felt the dill was overpowering. My daughter took one bite of it, and would not eat it. It totally may just be us because we are not typical, vegan cuisine eaters. Strawberry cake was also mediocre. But let's talk about that lemonade-Now that was five star! They've got that mastered! It's a cute little set up. I like the plants sitting around.

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    Tigra C.

    Black Leaf Vegan They were out of a few things when I went. I ended up trying the Crabless Crab Cake sandwich. It comes with ranch (which I don't like) so I subbed for mayo. It was good. I disliked their seasoned fries. They didn't taste fresh. They tasted like they were reheated from a frozen state. The potato salad was different but good. The Apple Pineapple Smoothie was delicious. I didn't like the Biscoff cake. It had the consistency of a typical gluten-free dough. I don't know if it was gluten-free, but that was what it reminded me of - thick and grainy. I was in Indy for a month but wasn't compelled to return to try more things. Customer service was very good though.

    Aaron B.

    Great food! I had the guac burger, which I believe was a beyond patty on a pretzel style bun. My friend got the loaded nachos. Both were absolutely fantastic. Service was great with the nice lady behind the counter explaining the options clearly. I also had a Lovely Lemonade and my friend had a cider. This would be a nice place to just get a coffee and work, too, if you were so inclined.

    Loaded vegan nachos (also gluten free)
    Kristin U.

    I was so pleased to see the food truck parked on Delaware during the Proof Lit Fest! After confirming that the nachos were gluten free, I ordered them. They were $15, which I think is a bit high. It did come in a fairly hefty container, loaded with sauce. There was some kind of vegan meat substitute on it, and it was pretty good! I think the nachos would've been better overall with the cheeze melted a bit--the shreds were just kind of there--and more lettuce added on top. The ratios seemed a little off for my taste. But I was glad to try these out at the event and I'll try more options at Black Leaf Vegan in the future--whether in shop or via the food truck again. The staff were friendly and quick to get my order out, and I'm sure they'd be just as kind in their other location.

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    Amazing food and BEST customer service we've ever had!! Would give this place 6 stars if I could.

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    Black Leaf Vegan makes good burgers, and the owners are super nice! The cbd lemonade is really good too.

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    Tacos with mac-n-cheese were delicious!! I will definitely visit their food truck again.

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    This was a cozy Cafe that had amazing vegan food and great service!

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    Love the family atmosphere! They also donate a portion of the meal. I ordered 2 vegan chili dogs and they were good!

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    Mac n cheese & greens are crazy good!!!

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    Chris Fried Chicken

    Chris Fried Chicken

    4.5(24 reviews)
    6.2 mi

    If you love fried chicken, you're going to want to try Chris Fried Chicken. The place is a family…read moreowned and operated neighborhood greasy spoon that's been serving fried chicken and fish for ten years. The aging strip mall has seen better days. The parking lot is a mess and the sidewalks are crumbling. Chris is a small hole in the wall place, not fancy or upscale, but the food is amazing and Chris' family is welcoming and genuine. The menu hangs above cases of fried chicken, fish and potato wedges. Gizzards are a popular menu item. Chris takes your order. My husband wants a 3-piece chicken meal with cole slaw. I select a Buffalo chicken wrap that comes with fries. Ricardo, Chris' son, comes out and asks how spicy hot I want my chicken and I ask for mild. Wow, what great service! They tell us to grab some drinks and have a seat. The dining area is small with three or four tables that seat two. Most people come in for carry out. Chris laughs and jokes with a customer in Spanish as he cooks. I sip mango nectar. My husband's 3-piece meal has four pieces of fried chicken with a cup of cole slaw. The chicken is hot, crispy and moist, not too salty, perfect. The fried batter is thick and flavorful. This is great fried chicken. The slaw is finely chopped and creamy. My wrap with fries comes out on a beautiful white platter. The wrap is huge, and the chicken fresh, hot and moist with lots of crispy lettuce. The fries are batter fried and fresh. The portions are generous. My meal was delicious. Ricardo and his sister checked on us a couple times, thanked us for coming and told us their story. I felt like family. The food is easy 5 stars, as is the service. I'll be back. I want to try the fish next.

    Great food and friendly people! Had chicken and potato wedges. Others loved the fried chicken…read morelivers.

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    Chris Fried Chicken - Main menu and chicken display.

    Main menu and chicken display.

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    Ford's Garage Avon

    Ford's Garage Avon

    4.2(112 reviews)
    9.3 mi
    $$

    What went well?!? Let's get there shall we? Like you've got choices ;)…read more Avon, IN (USA) in Hendricks county (32) west of Indianapolis IN (USA) has exponentially exploded. A gob bunch in leaps with lots of bountiful interesting food choices here in 2026. I won't lie, the traffic is living in someone else's nightmare or a ground hog's day of a horror flick. Big YIKES. Very very congested. If only the Greenwood IN (USA) engineers would say heya fellas, how's about doing it this way, k?!?Tho the roundabout on Smith Valley/Old Merdian is a literal question mark octopus whatever as you approach it. All with zero ways out beforehand, Upon facing multiple options in a you know what show once you arrive for those options isn't as fun as one might think. Why folks become illiterate behind the wheel of a car is a thing I do try to avoid ;). Anywho...back to Ford's Garage in Avon. To suggest it was great is quite the understatement. I ordered not with DoorDash but called this establishment for my own peace of mindfulness. Bison Burger with fries. Ready in 15 minutes is what was told to me. WOW to Ford. I see now why Ford's are built FORD tough. It is toughfanfabulousawesome inside. Chevy who? For REAL. The ladies' room is where I'd love to camp. Seriously, the design/deco should be in all campsites. The recycling alone is where I felt the true grit of Ford's vision. Use what is available to stay feasible, why waste is how I felt while being in this restaurant. Thank you to you Yelp for being my go to & a bunches more to Ford. Back to the meal...since it was my lunch before a yoga class, I took my lunch to Carmel, IN (USA). As I'm trying my best to depict how juicy, tender, & zero what's that I'm chewing on in a typical hamburger wasn't a thing for me, simply won't suffice. It was still warm & freaking delicious. TBH, the standard of bison reminded me of a restaurant in Custard Park. SD (USA), Ford's prolly better. Why? Bc I ate this burger yesterday, Custard Park was last year ;). The fixings is what I found most delightful. Ford's bison burger is a perfect blend of deliciousness. Exactly crafted by a staple of our beautiful country, America...became inspiring to this Hoosier. I have the other half to look forward for today's lunch. Yippee! When you're in town or near mb Avon IN (USA) to want something different...plus want a high protein meal, this place is worth the drive. Just watch your surroundings as construction is all over this area. Enjoy, Amy

    The atmosphere at Fords Garage was inviting and nostalgic! Lots of quotes from Henry Ford and the…read morebathroom sink was a gas pump nozzle and a tire! We had burgers which were amazing! I had the estate burger that hit every taste bud with joy! Our waitress topped off our experience! She helped us find the best on the menu and had a smile that made us feel like family! Her name was Sienna by the way!! Take time to enjoy the restaurant! It was incredible!

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    Kyuramen - Willow Lake East - Matcha Pudding W. Red Bean

    Kyuramen - Willow Lake East

    4.3(46 reviews)
    9.6 mi

    Magical ! Love this place . When I walked in, I felt transported into another Country…read more My friend and I had met for a late lunch on a Friday afternoon. We did not have any wait time for a table. The menu is super overwhelming, there is a lot to read through and understand. I started with the 5 skewer option- beef, chicken, scallops, zucchini and pork belly. I would not recommend the pork belly. Some of my skewers were luke warm. So next time, I will ask that they are all hot. My friend ordered the ying/yang bowl and it had 2 separate sauces,; white creamy and a red miso sauce. They were both delicious. We also had to order the matcha tiramisu. It came in this Japanese decadent box. The presentation here is fantastic. There is a call button for your waiter, which I think is genius, because everyone needs different times to review the menu and decide what they want. We had a lot of questions about the menu. Everything was good, food temperature could be improved. The waiter was very patient with us, no rush. I really enjoyed the atmosphere here and look forward to bringing back alot of people to try this place. It's quite the dining experience! Definitely recommend for all ages.

    I visited Kyuramen on a Friday evening and it couldn't have been more perfect. It was quiet and the…read morerush had passed so the service was quick and the staff was certainly friendly. I loved the atmosphere and the art as well as the well designed seating. The food was great! I had the Katsuobushi ramen and the pork was really flavorful. The spring rolls and purple sweet potato fries were delicious as well.

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    Kyuramen - Willow Lake East - Spacious dining area

    Spacious dining area

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    Matcha Pudding topped with Red Beans, side pitcher of cream

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    Charleston's

    Charleston's

    4.1(499 reviews)
    10.6 mi
    $$

    Excellent food. I had a tenderloin and my wife had chicken parmigiana. The sandwich was juicy,…read morebreading was crisp and the flavor outstanding. Cooked perfectly! I had Cole slaw and fried okra with is, both we excellent sides. The Cole slaw was 'runny', not a heavy mayonnaise base but did not taste vinegary. The okra breading was perfect and the okra was fried just right, not soggy nor hard. Again the flavor was excellent! The chicken parmigiana had the same breading as the tenderloin and my wife said it was crisp, yet juicy as well. Both meals are something we will definitely return for! We loved the ambiance. The bar eating area is very reminiscent of an English pub, with dark wood, booths surrounding a large bar and the lighting was just enough to not be drab Our waitress was pleasant and took good care of us quite well!

    Charleston's has been around for ages, and is a great place to go when relatives are visiting…read more Which is exactly what we did on a Saturday night. The booths are pretty small ... kind of a tight squeeze for 4 people. We were greeted quickly. The waiter brought our drinks quickly and then we ordered right away, some of us choosing old favorites like pasta RIGATONI BOLOGNESE, yummy CHICKEN PICCATA... i think my bro gets the same thing every week! Both my sis and I ordered a salad with chicken, pineapple, strawberry (1), and.... amazingly delicious figs ... it's my new favorite called WALTS CHAMPAGNE CHICKEN SALAD. Service was good until the refill coke was handed over the back of the booth, and never noticed that it spilled immediately. (Waiter was long gone as we cleaned up the little spills. ... oops) Prices are pricey but food is delicious. I don't go often because it's too rich for me without a special occasion. The location isn't bad; driving in from the east side it's got a weird way of entering the parking lot next to the bank. There aren't a lot of other places to eat nearby so this works for us! We will certainly be back!

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    Charleston's - The bar is warm, welcoming, and woody.

    The bar is warm, welcoming, and woody.

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    Duke's Indy

    Duke's Indy

    4.4(91 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    Hear me out. I am not a honky tonk kind of girl, but when I saw their music bingo event, I had to…read morego. This bar is one that should be talked about more. While the space is small, the energy inside is huge. I recommend taking a group of people and splitting the whole chicken dinner. It fed 3 of us plus leftovers. Their fry platter is also top tier. Im still thinking about the sauces that come with it. Show up for the vibes, return for the roasted brussel sprouts

    It's not often that I find myself on this side of town these days, however, I arrived at Duke's…read moreIndy to participate in a fundraising event. It gave me an opportunity to check out a venue I'd always wanted to check out. Duke's is a honky-tonk (think Waylon not Wallen), an intimate yet wonderfully decorated bar located in what was formerly known as Ice House Bar. Duke's has live music nearly every night - if it's not actually music, it's some other type of event. The venue is relatively small with about a max of 60 in the main room and a side space that could probably fit 20-25 more. The main room has mostly 4-top tables with a bar area available. The side space seems to be mostly high-top tables. Duke's has a lunch and dinner menu. While it may seem weird for a honky-tonk, Duke's actually has a rather extensive vegan menu. They are well known for their fried chicken, however, the menu actually has a variety of bar food ranging from burgers to tenderloin to appetizers to a bunch of other items. The vegan menu is also surprisingly extensive. Duke's has a full bar. I was pleased that they do have unsweetened iced tea. I ordered the chicken - which came with a chicken breast and a wing. It was nicely seasoned and quite delicious. In terms of accessibility (which was relevant since I'm a wheelchair user and one of the acts was using a motorized chair), Duke's has made some definite efforts toward accessibility (this is an older building with limits). There's a ramp offering accessibility in the back (and there is parking in the back). This is a very working class/industrial area, but everything felt safe to me and I had no issues. The ramp has a side rail you can hold on to if needed. I was able to use the ramp without much difficulty. The dining area is easily accessible other than the side area with high-tops (it's accessible, but the tables are higher). It looked like they had 3-4 bathrooms with all being single user. The first one I tried wasn't wheelchair friendly, however, the second one worked quite nicely and did have bars. Duke's had brought in a ramp - an impressive gesture. They stated it was something they'd been wanting to do and today offered the opportunity. It wasn't perfect, however, when you're disabled you get so used to lack of access that when someone genuinely tries you tend to give them the benefit of the doubt. I sure did. Employees were super friendly throughout the event and I got the opportunity to meet the owner for the event (which was comedy). Overall, this was an excellent experience. They have their concert schedule on their website along with their menu. This is a lovely little honky-tonk and I really enjoyed my time here. I almost stayed for tonight's concert (I actually knew her music), however, after being there all afternoon I was tired. That said, I'll no doubt return.

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    Easy Rider Diner

    Easy Rider Diner

    4.4(252 reviews)
    2.2 miFountain Square
    $$

    I enjoyed this event at Easy Rider Diner. I had been wanting to try as I am a fan of diners, dives…read moreand drive-ins lol. I was not a fan of the drinks. I first tried Christopher oaxanao... can't really spell it but was told it sounded like walken? Anyway it was very bitter, took one sip and asked for a different drink, which they agreed to with no issue. The second drink was called no aloha. It was much better but tini wini! Lol I came home and fixed a good old glass of wine! Now to the food. I had honey hot chicken and sweet potatoes (fries) The flavors were perfect. I can't have dairy so I got honey hot dipping sauce . Perfect amount of spices and heat. I would like to come back and try the vegan nachos. The restaurant is designed like a diner. Nice atmosphere. Throwback music. It's right next to a concert venue.we got tickets to several concerts. Don't know if every customer gets that or it was only for the yelp event. event. I am interested in having brunch next time. Overall pretty good and fun night out. Don't think it would make Guy's pick list tho :)

    We went to Easy Rider Dinet for dinner and it was just as good as brunch! Customer service 10 out…read moreof 10. Food 10 out of 10 ambience 10 out of 10. Easy Rider Diner is easily in my top 20 restaurants. The food is always amazing. If you think you have had steak fries before you really need to try theirs because they are out of this world. So many flavors going on, all complementing each other. The jalapeño cornbread was really good as well. It's a huge portion!

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    Easy Rider Diner - Mac & Queso topped with pork belly.

    Mac & Queso topped with pork belly.

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    Chef Ricky Martinez

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