The food and the staff were both fantastic. The Audrey's Hash had great flavor and the portions were very generous! I was excited that they even had gluten free toast, which could be done regular or cinnamon style. They have a "serve yourself" coffee bar where you can pick your own mug - and mine is from a local artist who you can also connect with to buy his pottery. I look forward to coming back! read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Meeting a friend for lunch we tried this spot based on reviews and location. It was packed and quite loud! The interior is nice and the staff were super friendly, but honestly once ai walked in and heard the sun I would probably have left if my friend wasn't already sitting down. It is very very loud inside. So diners going in should know and if you want to have quiet conversations this is not your spot - or sit outside. I saw they had some tables set up outside which was a great solution! The food options were nice and what we got was delicious and well prepared. I thought the portion sizes were a tad small for the price, but the taste was great and lots of flavors and layers which made for a wonderful lunch. It was a fun spot to be inside a school space but honestly unless I went on an off time I would probably steer clear of this spot with others. I'd go back on my own for a meal or do take away or sit outside. It was lovely but just too loud for my tastes and wasting pleasure. read more

Met there for a birthday brunch with some work colleagues. Was greeted when I walked in by a sweet gal who let me choose my own table. Love the self-serve coffee bar! So many different kinds of coffee, and I love that you get to pick your own mug. Cute! A different server took our order and was equally friendly and patient as it was our first time there and we had lots of questions. Everyone ordered something different so we got to try each other's entrees. I had the quiche of the day, which ended up being a huge slice--like a 1/4 quiche--and came with a side. Coworker added a pancake as her side of eggs and breakfast meat, but wanted to split the former. So we got it GF blueberry lemon pancake. It comes with real blueberries and a lemon icing drizzle that's not overly sweet yet negates the need for syrup. It was amazing and did not at all taste gluten free! Portions were a good size and everyone left there either full or with a box. I look forward to finding another excuse to return. This is a Fort Ben gem! read more

A great little space for brunch - have been here with friends and family, and they always talk about how it feels like home. Huge portions, great service, and a homey vibe - can't go wrong with anything on the menu! read more

A unexpected visit that was pleasant in every way. My wife and I intended to go to the restaurant next door, but it was closed for the holidays. But we enjoyed Cafe Audrey's hospitality and brunch options. The cinnamon roll pancake was a star, distinctly better than the red velvet. My ranchero's omelet was good and filling, anchored by some good chorizo which isn't a given. There were a few lunch options that caught my eye, but I think their sweet breakfast/brunch items would make for a good first impression if you're looking to try out their offerings. read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - Ranchero's Omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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I have been here before and remember a different experience. They're very friendly and the location and history of the building is very beautiful. For this particular experience it was slightlu underwhelming unfortunately. I went for coffee and breakfast and while their coffee is self serve, didnt mind this at all. Unfortunately the flavor was very mild and slightly watered down for my liking. I personally prefer a stronger brew and flavor. I have limitations to trying premixed beverages due to being diabetic. So perhaps their other drinks would be somrthing to try for others able to have sugar. read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Coffee is self serve, but it's almost $5! I don't want to be one of those people who are like, "Back in my day ..." But back in my day, a cup of black coffee was a couple of bucks. Grumble, grumble, get off my lawn. Cafe Audrey does have hazelnut flavored coffee, though, so that's nice. And you can get your own refills, which is also nice. So, I guess if you're going to be there for a while and drink a lot of coffee, you will definitely get your money's worth. I just got the coffee and found a little table in the bar area to work for a while. I didn't get anything to eat this time. I found Cafe Audrey a nice place to work remotely, but I've heard it can get busy, so your mileage may vary. They had a wifi hotspot, but I didn't ask for the password. This seems like a place that sees a lot of regulars. An old timer came in at one point, and the servers greeted him by name and got him his coffee to his specifications without him even asking. That's some nice service, right there. read more

Great breakfast spot on Fort Ben. They have a great menu and the staff is very helpful if you don't know what you want. Ingredients were fresh. Everything was prepared perfectly. My wife had an omelette that was loaded with stuff that I would never eat in eggs, but she loved it so all was good. I went with the biscuits and gravy, had great flavor. The biscuit was good, gravy was a little thin but had good flavor. I added two overheard eggs and crispy hashbrowns and they were delicious. Will definitely be returning. Prices weren't too bad. read more

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I've been going to Cafe Audrey for years, but this has been the BEST experience & combo of food of all. My friend & I couldn't decide what to get.. so we ordered a lot. Ha (don't judge) The cinnamon pancakes were so good!! Very sweet but if you're a sweet lover like me, it's exactly what you want. Some of the best biscuits & gravy in Indy in my opinion! THE BEST "hot honey" chicken and waffles I've ever had. All of that plus a mimosa flight with 5+ juices to choose from! (My favorite clearly was the cinnamon apple..hence the big glass!) read more

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It's been a while since going to Cafe Audrey's. The service was amazing but the meal lacked flavor. I ordered the quiche of the day which had bacon, Gouda and broccoli (all my favs), but a little seasoning would have brought the dish to life. read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - Quiche of the Day - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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This was my first visit to the cafe. Most people would probably find it a pleasant environment, but for me it was too loud. When looking at the menu, the BLT caught my eye and my lunch decision was made. I'm a bit of a BLT snob and was very surprised by the quality of theirs. It is definitely in my top five, and I'll be returning just to have another one. The only issue I was unhappy with was the coffee service. I did not care for having to retrieve my own coffee. I was at a sit-down restaurant to rest and eat. That is the primary reason I could not give five stars. Having to serve myself coffee alone won't stop me from returning, but it will annoy me next time just as it did on this visit. read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - BLT - Full and Sweet Potato Fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Nestled in the cozy community of Fort Harrison, Cafe Audrey serves very good food. Today I had the pleasure of dining into one of their daily specials -- the Blue Crab Benedict -- and it was nothing short of amazing. The plate was beautifully composed: two perfectly poached eggs resting on a bed of delicate, sweet blue crab meat, all nestled atop lightly toasted English muffins that offered just the right crunch. The hollandaise sauce was the real hero -- silky, buttery with creamy, citrusy notes that brightened the richness of the dish without overpowering the crab. The eggs were poached to perfection and the crab meat had just enough briny seafood flavor that took this from breakfast to brunch. Paired with a side of crispy fried potatoes and onions made this a wonderful dining experience. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

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I've been visiting this morning place for 10 years now, but haven't been much after Covid because quality really went down and prices continue to rise. Tried again over the weekend and the food was OK but the prices were quite high. I paid over $27 for the pictured breakfast and tip. That would be fine if the food was great but it was average. The pancakes have always been rather dense and stiff instead of light and fluffy. The eggs and hash browns are not seasoned and lack flavor. The coffee is a notch better than typical cafe coffee, but nothing special. The service was warm and friendly. I'll be back but urge the owner or chef to explore new pancake recipes and season their other food. read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - Audrey Special with pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

What a great find! We arrived @9:30 on a Sunday morning to find open seating and hot coffee. For coffee--choose your own mug and coffee service has many options. Full breakfast menu, and a few cocktails as well. Food was expertly prepared (the hollandaise was perfect) and they didn't skimp on portions! A picturesque location and friendly staff! read more

A very quaint restaurant within Fort Ben. The building holds a lot of history and is very homey. The food was delicious! My boyfriend thought the biscuits were dry, but I did not so must be a personal preference. Coffee is self serve, which is different. Service was fast and employees were kind. We will be back! read more

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Tried a new to us breakfast spot last weekend. I searched yelp for biscuits and gravy. We are biscuits and sausage gravy snobs. It's also important to have other great breakfast food as well. We drove about 20 minutes and hit a home run with Cafe Audrey at the Fort. We started with a biscuit and gravy from the sides menu. The gravy had lots of sausage and the biscuit was amazing. I had the French toast combo with a cinnamon topping and a cinnamon butter. It had a great crunch on the outside and very flavorful. Hubs had the pancake combo short stack. The pancakes are so big and you can taste the buttermilk in them. Some of the best around! He did say he would get regular butter next time instead of cinnamon butter. The hubs loved the serve yourself coffee. Our server was Ethan and was very welcoming when mentioning it was our first time there. He was very patient with us when deciding what to get. We also asked him what the building was originally. It's super cute with its exposed brick walls and wood floors. We will definitely be back as everything was great! read more

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Very cool old repurposed Fort Benjamin Harrison building. The menu features both standard and uniquely creative items. The house made veggie & sausage hash with eggs is most satisfying as is the toast from locally baked bread. Tami thought the Breakfast Quesadilla was well stuffed with eggs & seasoning veggies. read more

Everything is fresh and full of flavor. Nice environment with great service. I highly recommend the tenderloin, it's big, juicy and tender. read more

I love a quant little restaurant that gives off small town diner vibes. I like a simple breakfast and a nice cup of black coffee. Nothing fancy needed and this place doesn't disappoint. I got Audrey's special with eggs over easy, has browns (crispy), sausage (which appeared hand made patties), homemade biscuit (so soft and warm) - and love that the butter wasn't cold and hard it was pre whipped and SOFT! The coffee was a solid 7/10 which is all I ask for from a diner and like that you can grab a mug and choose from their selection at the "coffee bar/cart" area Food was a solid 8.2/10 And service was great read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - Audrey's Audrey's Special - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

We stopped in here when we were driving through after the Indy Mini and it absolutely hit the spot! I wouldn't say the menu is too unique compared to other diner-style restaurants, but the food itself was yummy and the service was quick. I especially loved my tomato basil soup and could've just gotten that by itself. The decor inside is really cute as well! Definitely worth a stop if you're in the area. read more

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First visit to Cafe Audrey. A unique restaurant situated at Fort Ben. A nice selection on the menu. I built my own omelette and my wife had the hash brown scramble. Both entrees were full of ingredients. The omelette was stuffed with everything I asked for. The restaurant was extremely chilly. We had to keep our coats on, as did neighboring tables. But more disappointing was our bill. Over $40 for two breakfast plates, no coffee and one juice. A bit pricey for breakfast. We probably won't return read more

Great food and the ambiance is worth it!! The sever was knowledgeable and his recommendations were worth it. Take the time and visit when you are in the area and they have chargers for electric/hybrid cars!!! Another read more

Tried cafe Audrey on a Saturday morning. What a delightful place to stumble upon! We sat in the breakfast bar area. Service was a tiny bit slow but they were pretty packed. We started with a mimosa flight - the cinnamon apple mimosa tasted EXACTLY like fall!! I highly recommend. I had the Audrey hash and my boyfriend had the biscuits and gravy. Both were fantastic! read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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This place in Fort Benjamin is super cool! Old-school feel with an array of coffee mugs for you to pick from at the coffee station. Service was excellent and the food was good and fair portions. Definitely recommend for breakfast if you are in the area! read more

I love that this place has more of an antique feel . it is very small and a tight squeeze with a small waiting area . we were quickly greeted when we came in , and we had a about a 10 minute wait . our server came over to us soon after and asked for our drink order . our food and drinks both came out fairly quickly . the pancakes were bland however , but they did they come with cinnamon butter that helped . everything else was decent . i did find it odd they charged for extra syrup , which they didn't tell me about i just happened to see it on my bill . overall , not too bad , i see myself coming back in the future. read more

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Great brunch! The best that I've had in a while. It's a small restaurant and it was crowded for a Wednesday lunch. When I arrived, there were three parties waiting to be seated. Another party arrived shortly after I did and immediately left because the waiting area was too crowded. The crowd during the weekend must be insane. I ordered Audrey's Special (Two Eggs, Hash Browns, Toast and Bacon) for $14.50, but paid $2.50 more for a cinnamon roll pancake instead of the toast. Everything was amazing! The cinnamon roll pancake was the highlight, but the eggs and hash browns were terrific as well. I also ordered a cheesecake brownie for dessert; it was pretty good, but not as good as the other stuff. The server did an outstanding job. She took care of me quickly and was friendly and patient despite being very busy. read more

My wife and I LOVE Cafe Audrey! The ladies there are so incredibly friendly and serve with their hearts. EVERY server we have had is attentive to our needs and is in tune with what we are needing. The food is prepared quickly, always on point and the portions are generous. Thanks for creating a comfortable environment! read more

It gets super busy for weekend brunch, so be prepared. And you cannot get seated until every last person of your party is present. Oh well. It is a quaint little place that feels immediately homey. Once you're in the dining room, the service is great. I am of course a huge fan of the mimosa flight. So many options to choose from. A delicious start to my weekend. The menu has all your classic choices as well as some interesting things. The quiches of the day can be adventurous sometimes and come in nice big pieces. The waffles are thick and fluffy. The pancakes were deemed delicious by my group, as was the French Toast. Really no cmplaints at all which speaks volumes since I generally have a bunch of picky eaters in my group. Highly recommend this place. read more

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I was excited to try Cafe Audrey after a friend had recommended it several times. It was pretty busy on the day we arrived, so my little sister and I took a small table in the back corner of the bar area. The self-serve coffee bar was a nice touch and I loved all the unique mug options. I ordered a breakfast burrito and the apple slaw and my sis ordered a chicken quesadilla with fries. The food was good, but unfortunately it took forever for it to arrive. The server came by a few times after we'd been waiting probably around 40 minutes to say it was "almost ready," "there's 4 minutes left," etc. and even then we waited probably another 15 minutes at least. By the time it arrived, we only had time for a few bites and had to ask for a box almost immediately because we were going to be late for our afternoon plans. Additionally, I had a free coffee coupon from my Yelp check-in. I was planning to mention it when the check arrived, but when I did get my check, there was no coffee listed. I figured our server must have seen the offer I had pulled up while ordering so I didn't mention it. However once they ran my card and gave me the final receipt, the coffee was added back on. It didn't cost much and since we were in a hurry, I didn't worry about it, but it was just another little thing to add to the experience. I'll give them a shot again but I wasn't wowed this time. read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - Chicken quesadilla, fries, breakfast burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Cute little brunch spot with excellent food and great staff! We ordered the Fort Benedict and chicken and waffles....both were delicious! Our server, Beth, was friendly and efficient. We will definitely go back! read more

Audrey's is Awesome! We recently moved to the Fort Ben area, so we looked for a brunch spot we hadn't been to before. The restaurant is small and super cute, built into an old Fort Ben building. It only seats 60 people in the main dining room and 12 at the breakfast bar, so you may have a wait. But the service was excellent. Shoutout to Beth who took great care of us. The food is also DELICIOUS. Made from scratch biscuits, Indiana raised meats. They have lighter options and vegetarian options as well. We will absolutely be back! read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - Fort Benedict (Sub hollandaise for gravy) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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It started with the home fries. They're not slices anymore; they're little chunks. Okay, still good though not the same. I ordered eggs benedict. Here they really fell down. Instead of a gooey delight when I cut into the eggs, they were hard-boiled! I complained but got no offer of a discount or anything. (I had already complained about the potatoes). At least the coffee was solid. No wait! I had to wait forever for a new pot to be brewed so I could get a refill. I have always regarded Cafe Audrey as a treat for me. Today it wasn't. read more

Well, of course, we know the place has a cute quaintness about it expose brick, and all but downhill it goes like everything else. So we started with coffee and I love that they have a variety but it's weak watered down coffee. My friend enjoyed her omelette she mentioned everything was fresh. Mine of course was a cold pancake and hard chewy cold flat severely shriveled up overcooked pebbles imitating eggs. SMH potatoes were just OK you know they could be cooked a little longer. I picked around the plate needless to say I'm not impressed especially because it wasn't worth, the 60.00 I spent out of my pocket my friends left the tip. read more

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A lovely little spot for yummy diner-esque food, friendly service, and excellent drip coffee. I was pleasantly surprised by the size of the menu, many things sounded good and made me eager to come back. I had the salmon BLT which was juicy and fresh, if slightly under seasoned. Our server was very attentive and nice. Definitely recommend for brunch/lunch vibes. read more

Looking for a gilmore girls worthy cozy breakfast spot? Lawrence locals know and love Cafe Audrey and their menu is full of goodies. From savory to sweet, you're sure to find something you'll enjoy. The staff are attentive and good at making recommendations as well. You won't find better cinnamon pancakes than these in indy! They're topped with a sweet icing drizzle and cinnamon butter. The short stack (2 pancakes) was more than enough for one person and I would recommend splitting them with your brunch date so that you can try something savory too! read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - cinnamon roll pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

First time at Cafe Audrey at the Fort. I ordered the salmon benedict with grits my side. Very good, brought half home. Ordered the philly steak for carryout, haven't eaten that yet but it smells delicious. I seen other food coming out like the burgers, they were giant, lol. Service by Pamela was outstanding! Nice little quaint place & they play good music. read more

We were in Lawrence near Ft Ben. We had never been to Cafe Audrey so decided to give it a try. It was a Sunday around 2pm. They are known for their breakfast but, given the time of day, we opted for lunch. The place is small but we had no problem getting a table, we were seated immediately. However, I can easily see how there could be a wait earlier in the day. If going for breakfast, go early. I got the Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich for $14.99. It was on a brioche bun with Mayo, lettuce, tomato, and onion. It came with a dill pickle spear and a side. I got the Harvest Slaw. The tenderloin was good. Don't get me wrong, I would order it again ... but next time (and we will return) I'm getting the chicken tenders. After we ordered, I read a review highly recommending them. The slaw was very good, it had apples. My wife got the Reuben for $13.99. It was corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, thousand island dressing and was served on marble rye. It also came with a pickle spear and side. She got onion rings. The Reuben was very good as well. We would order it again ... with one of us getting those chicken tenders. The main complaint is the mens room. It needed cleaning ... big time. Trash can was overflowing, toilet was dirty, and floor and mirror needed cleaning. I told my wife not to even attempt the ladies room. It may have been better... but we didn't want to risk it. I give it a 4 star for the food. As mentioned, we will return. I'll post an update on the rest rooms then. read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - Reuben - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Per the reviews, we got here early on a Sunday morning and that was definitely a smart move. By the time we were leaving there was a wait so unless you're a patient person, take heed! The breakfast was good and prices are very reasonable. I love the grab your on coffee concept plus they had some flavorings for coffee if you want to mix it up. Nothing on the menu really stood out to me when I was there so I went with a lighter option of avocado toast and slaw. Slaw for breakfast? Random but ok! It was good but nothing really wowed me flavor wise. Service was great so no complaints there and I would most definitely come back but for now the experience (more so the food) was just ok. read more

Cafe Audrey at the Fort - Avocado Toast Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

My wife and had lunch there. The food was very good, the staff were so friendly and helpful, and it was an overall very good experience. We actually drove quite a bit to get there, but it was worth it. read more

Such a sweet local spot with delicious hearty breakfast options, hot coffee, and super clean bathrooms. The cinnamon roll pancakes were a hit with my kids, and I've loved every omelette I've tried there in my 3 visits. The service is excellent and the ambiance is casual and cozy. read more