You can't get much more Hoosier than Hoosier Roots. Where else can you get the best damned fried…read morechicken and mac & cheese behind a liquor store and across the street from Dollar General? ONLY IN INDIANA. I've heard about Hoosier Roots since they opened. It's about an hour from my house (thank all things holy!) and it's TOTALLY WORTH THE TRIP. (8 minutes outside Brownsburg) We kept it simple- 1 order of chicken (8 pieces, yep, 1 whole chicken) 1 small jalapeño mac & cheese, and because they had house made fried pickles, what the hell- add those, too. Walked out with 2 containers of left overs, all for the grand total of $37. Hoosier Roots ain't bougie. This is a jeans & t-shirt place. But, dang- the chicken is better than my grandma's out of the cast iron skillet. I would absolutely take my fancy friends from out of state to get a REAL taste of Indiana. Trust me- they'll be talking about it for ages. We better be careful, it might become the next ironically hip place that the likes of me can't get in to.

We went last night after some friends recommended this place, and it did not disappoint. The…read moreservice was excellent, and the staff were friendly and polite. We ordered the fried green tomatoes, and they were delicious! We also had the fried chicken with mashed potatoes and jalapeño mac and cheese--everything was incredibly tasty. The chicken was really good, and the mac and cheese was our favorite. I had the prickly pear margarita, and it was awesome. For dessert, we tried the honey lavender cake with blackberry, and oh my--it was absolutely delicious. Prices were very reasonable overall. I 100% recommend this place!

The first time visit to the Kick"cession" stand was a hit! The service was friendly and the food…read morewas delicious. I went for the Brisket meal for four with 3 sides for $60. There is a choice of 4 sides to choose from. Cucumber salad, Mac & cheese, green beans and cole slaw. I forgot to inquire about any BBQ sauce varieties, but the ones included were flavorful. The Brisket was with both meaty slices and fatty slices just like Brisket should be. The green beans tasted like farm fresh. The Mac and cheese shells were creamy and plentiful. The server asked me if I wanted Brioche buns to make sandwiches and she toasted and buttered them to perfection. Super happy with my decision to give this spot a try and I think if you give it a try, you won't be disappointed! I will be back and I cant wait to try the Prime Rib. They also have meals for 2-4 people of your choice of Prime Rib, Brisket, Pulled Pork or Chicken. All meals come with 3 sides. Jason also post on his Facebook page specials from time to time and the hours they are open or closed. The setting in the middle of a beautiful small town park is the perfect atmosphere to enjoy some food and let the kids play on the playground or to work off some of that meal with a round or two of Pickle Ball! Plenty of very nice picnic tables with shady cover to enjoy your meal as well.

This Food truck/trailer is awesome ! They over deliver on taste on everything I've tried ( 6+…read moredifferent food items).The owners are super friendly and hard working. You'll find them on FB announcing where they will be next, time and what food they will be selling.

Best rib tips in Indianapolis, had squealers, city barbecue, king rib, texas isn't rhode house they…read morecan't touch Fat Man. Go get you some.

Love this hidden gem. Food is always fresh and ready. I found it quicker to order online. Takes…read moreabout 15-20. The cashier is always nice and polite. They do have seating inside if you want to dine in. It's a very home feeling. Inspirational quotes are posted on the walls and family pictures and accomplishments. I love that FatMans BBQ tells a story. I paid $24 online for the rib tip dinner with two sides. You do have to purchase bread if you want it which is $0.68 I believe. You can get the sauce on the side or on the meat as well. I like that they wrap everything up so it does not spill or lose heat. Very smart. Can't wait to try more things on the menu. They have many options and turkey options for the people who don't eat pork or beef. Can't wait to try more and the desserts. The ribs are delicious and the sauce is perfect. I got mixed hot and mild. The greens are a bit salty and the Mac and cheese is missing something. It could use some seasoning but not bad. Better than a lot of Mac and cheese I've had in Indy. Try it !

This small, unassuming restaurant tucked next to a gas station is definitely a hidden gem. Their…read moremenu features gourmet burgers, handhelds (chicken sandwiches, club sandwiches, fish sandwiches, and more), salads, nachos, milkshakes, and plenty of other options. I was waited on by Ja'noria, who was pleasant, attentive, and helpful throughout my visit. Their gourmet burgers let you choose your protein(beef, turkey, veggie, or chicken breast). I ordered the ChoriBurger, a blend of beef and chorizo topped with queso, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, and pickles. It was served with a side of seasoned fries. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly portioned. The burger had incredible flavor with crispy edges, and the combination of toppings complemented the beef and chorizo perfectly. The fries were hot, crispy, and seasoned just right. I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu. If you're looking for a great burger this place is definitely worth a visit.

Fresh ingredients, pretty impressive choices considering how small they are. Burgers are great, but…read moreeven better are the shakes. The staff is always very friendly and great service!

Our first time at The Locale! My husband and I joked that our dinner tonight was the "after"…read moreportion of a Kitchen Nightmares episode where Gordon Ramsey visits a restaurant and makes a bunch of improvements. The previous Pit Stop location was not a favorite. We were unaware the current restaurant has undergone a total makeover to a classy dining option for Brownsburg. We enjoyed the recently remodeled entry way and dining space. The teenage hosts that greeted us were friendly and professional, and took us to our table where we were grateful to be sat in Clay's section- he was the perfect amount of menu knowledge + friendliness. The food was good, too! We regret not stopping in sooner but will be back.

My husband and I love this little local spot for grabbing a later dinner and a cold beer. They are…read moreonly about 10 minutes from our house, so it's super convenient to pop over here. On occasion, we have also ordered takeout from them to pick up where we walk the dogs at nearby Williams Park. They have plenty of TVs in the bar area to watch sports on as well, so we always catch people stopping in for drinks to catch the game. Much quieter than a dive-bar with better food, so I would recommend them for that and a great spot for dinner.

What an amazing experience! I recently hosted a corporate…read moreevent with about 60 people in attendance. We needed a place that encouraged networking and community while making sure everyone was well fed. Books and Brews became the perfect venue. The staff welcomed us openly and worked hard to provide quality service. The food was excellent with the family pretzel being a fan favorite! This unique experience was the perfect opportunity to give my guests a taste of the Midwest. I know they will remember this dinner for years to come.

They have a book vault... a vault!! It's very cozy and the coffee was the best I've had in a while…read more Starbucks who?

This was a great restaurant my friends took me to while visiting. The burgers are big and full of…read moreflavor. I was impressed! We requested a table on the covered patio. It was a beautiful Fall day in Indiana. We were celebrating "Dolly Parton or 9-2-5" day on 9/25 as Bru advertised the vodka based Dolly Partini, with half the proceeds going to her Imagination Library foundation. The drinks were good, but quite sweet. For dessert, we ordered the Peach White Chocolate Bread Pudding to share. It was decadent, topped with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream on the side. It was a perfect ending to a good meal. The restaurant has a nice bar and dining area as well as the cool patio. If you are in the area, give it a try!

Ordered food for Mother's day lunch. I had a set time to pick up my food whoch goy pushed back…read more When I arrived, I called the restaurant from the pick up parking spot and they said it would be a 10 minute wait. The lady who answered the phone said she would bring our food out. After waiting another 15 minutes, I went inside and found my food waiting at the pick up desk but Noone was there. The food itself was just ok. Two of my kids have eaten here before and had high expectations but both agreed it wasn't as good. I got the garlic burger with onion rings. I removed the cheddar on the burger and it seems they added more Swiss cheese instead so the whole top burger patty was overwhelmed with cheese. The onion rings were OK but the batter on the was too cakey and they weren't crispy.

Thursdays are the best nights!! With the best staff super attentive and the best smoke wings…read moreavailable in the bar only from 4 PM till they run out! You pick the wings up and the meat falls right off! Every time I order the hot balls which are absolutely delicious!!!! The margaritas I am not a fan of unfortunately but the blue moon on tap you can't go wrong. The place is super casual and sometimes they have live music. Any day but Thursday night I recommend the tenderloin with onion rings.

Good local spot to support instead of another fast food chain. Very casual with a large bar area as…read morewell as a dining room. A good variety of food but heavy on fried etc. Some salads and few vegetarian options. We went on a Weds and the special was old school Hoosier fried chicken, mash potatoes, green beans, and fried biscuits with apple butter. Good sized portions and tasty. They do rotate specials and you need to call as it won't be online. Staff were great. Good spot for families and the bar area has plenty of tv's if you want more casual. It's worth checking out!

We had a wonderful dinner with friends at Boulder Creek last night. The restaurant is part of the…read moreCunningham Group, which really seems to consistently deliver a great dining experience. Boulder Creek has a lodge vibe with big exposed beams. An inviting patio is outside, but we sat in the upscale dining room. We hit the happy hour for a round of drinks that are $3 off. I had a glass of Chardonnay and my husband had a beer that sounded like "elephant" or something. We met other friends and had a big table. The chairs were comfortable. I had the grouper fish and chips, which was awesome. The chopped house salad is super fresh and delicious. I love the sunflower seeds. The fried grouper is perfectly battered and crispy. The slaw is creamy and the portion is large. The fresh cut fries are delicious. I loved my meal. Several of my friends had the salmon on mash potatoes dish which they raved about. A couple people made substitutions for baked potatoes or broccoli and the staff was super accommodating. Our server, Chloee, was super attentive and got our complex order perfect. She checked on us frequently. Food came out quickly. Chloee even brought out a complimentary dessert for the birthday girl. Chloee is a five star server, for sure. Even though the dining room had a lot of people, we could hear and talk well. The acoustics are good. We had a perfect dining experience. I can't wait to return. The restaurant is an easy stop off of I74 - maybe two blocks. We found plenty of parking in the strip mall lot. The facility is totally accessible.

Our food was absolutely wonderful. I had the Veg gnocchi…read moreand it so good, the broccoli and corn were lightly cooked to maintain their crunch. The gnocchi was tender. The pesto was flavorful, a 5 star dinner. LAM had the tenderloin sandwich and baked potato. First noticed the baked potato, whick was super toasty, maybe cuz we were close to closing time, but whatever, it was magnificent. Both it and the sandwich were a 5 star meal. Dont be fooled by the great pics of the fresh bread, it was pretty dry and no crusty crust. The oil served with it wad tasteless. Now, the negatives. Service. Maybe because we came in after 8 and they close at 9 but the restaurant was empty inside when we came in and 2 table outside, but it took a while to get us seated. Then, we needed a minute to review the menu and it waz a good 15 minutes at least before the waitress came back. There were staff all around, moving and resetting tables for the next day, but seriously, I even asked a someone to find our waitress for us and it still took a while. Lastly, the bathroom was a mess and the floor of the restaurant proper was a mess. Again maybe because they were getting ready for close, sheesh. But the food was good.