The wings are sent from heaven! I don't know what they do to them, but they taste phenomenal! And don't get me started on the fries! I love the ambience and customer service there. Always servers that make you feel welcome! read more

WORST customer service. We ordered carry out. We we arrived home we found that one of the sandwiches was wrong. Should be an easy fix. We called to let them know and asked if they would exchange the sandwich. The guy argued with me. They asked me what I had ordered, if I was sure that's what I had ordered, then they wanted me to check the receipt and make sure it said that on the receipt as well. When I asked why it mattered what it said on the receipt the guy said he's sorry it's not his responsibility to check sandwiches anyway. I heard him yell to the cooks that this was the third order tonight that was wrong. He came back to the phone and asked me again if I was sure that I had ordered properly. I'll be taking my business to North End. read more

Yup! If this place isn't the cat's pajamas, I don't know what is! I came here super pregnant and all dressed up on an unseasonably warm December night and sat at the bar. To anyone that's been to Fat Dan's you can imagine the hilarity behind this scenario. I was greeted with kindness and amazing attentive service, which I was not expecting, as I was feeling like such a misfit, I was surprised how comfortable I felt at the establishment. Now what you care about--- the Food! Goodness was it delicious- the tots, the fries, the spicy burger, the BLT. Every bite was amazing. No, I did not eat all of this myself, my husband was permitted a nibble or two as well. I cannot wait to return and take down a few super cold beers, watch a Blackhawks game (oh yeah it's a bar with Chi-Town heart) and enjoy a post-baby meal! read more

Today is the first time in three years that I missed Chicago. Fat Dan's brought back the memories of what Italian beef is supposed to taste like. From the moment you walk into Fat Dan's you know you have walked in to a place that is special. If you can't enjoy this place then I will say that you are probably clueless. I'll be taking friends to Fat Dan's when they visit as well as I will frequent Fat Dan's to pick up some wings. The smoked meatloaf sandwich is a treat and you can only get it on Weds. To be honest when I left I felt like a "fat" happy guy. read more

Food is amazing, specifically the wings. The flavors are very well done and unique for the city. The beer list is ever changing and match the food very well. One complaint is that the decor and the bathrooms need updated, as this isn't a dive bar location and should not be treated as such. My suggestion for two people: Order one large fry and a large wings. Wash down with plenty of beer. You will leave happy. Service is always superb, as the manager does a great job. read more

Always love the food, beer and atmosphere at fat dan's. Great during nicer weather especially with their expansion at this location. Today was a little odd at the end. Our server got pulled onto working the bar with no heads up to us. Had to wait awhile to get out tab - felt like we got forgotten / overlooked. I don't fault our server - though she could have handed us off / told us. Still one of our favorite spots ! read more

Best Chicken Wings I have ever had!!! A slice of great Chicago meats in Indy. Love how Sobro is growing! read more

Fat Dan's - Smoked NOT fried Wings!! Fall off the bone like ribs. - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

So much grease. So much wonderful, delicious grease. Seriously, if you have a hankering for meat (be it in hot dog, hamburger, meat loaf, or Italian beef form) this is the place to go. Not fancy, but friendly and filling. read more

Brisket with sweet bbq sauce = damn. SO delicious. How am I supposed to decide between this and the Wells St Burger (fav ever) now!?!?!

Pretty cool atmosphere--minus the constant buzz of flies. Nice selection of local beers. For being a place that appears to specialize in burgers, I was not impressed with mine. Ordered it medium. Received it well done. Pretty flavorless patty. Toppings were colorful and flavorful. The IPA cheese, bacon, blue cheese crumble fries (appetizer) were barely edible. Not sure how you manage to serve fries that are burned on the outside and not cooked on the inside. Even the bacon on top was burned. The cheese on top looks akin to canned cat food. Doesn't taste any better (speculative). Bummer of an experience. read more

Pulling up to my car, I was thinking, I should just go across the street to one of my favorite places.. Got out of the car and the immediate smell of BBQ sold me, I need to try this place... Place is nice, clean and workers are nice.. We got there early as we had kids with us, so we were the only ones in the joint.. Got the Italian beef sandwich, wet and it was very good.. Buddy got the Chicago dog, wings and fries and they all did look good.. Slow, just be prepared.. if they are slammed I'm not sure I could be there all day waiting, but just prepare yourself... read more

This is supposed to be a Cubs bar, but game isn't even on. I guess it's just a gimmick

Great food, great service, great atmosphere. Split the Cuban sandwich and dirty tots with a friend and will probably get the same thing next time I'm in the area. Service was great, helpful with recommendations and info about the food & beer. read more

Had the corned beef pastrami sandwich that was somewhat tough. Could have sliced it thinner. Fries and beer was good. My nephew had a burger that was good. read more

What a great evening at this restaurant. We had a large group and our waitress was super helpful and on top of making sure everyone had their needs met. I was not super hungry and ordered a corn dog. It was delicious! Everyone in our group seemed to love their meals also. Several Fat Dan burgers, a Reuben, Italian beef and more were all enjoyed. I did try the fries and they were also great and fresh. One word of advice, a small fry will feed two or more. Great place for groups, kids, dates and more. Parking is a little bit of a challenge in Broad Ripple, but you are always able to find something. read more

Every visit to Fat Dan's is never a disappointment. From the Chicago styled food to the amazing beer selection they have on tap! I recommend getting the dirty tots to start you off! read more

As a diehard Cubs fan, there's no other place in Indy to go to watch a Cubs game. Let's start with the food. Wings with the dry rub are pretty much the best in the city. You can expect no frills bar food- Italian beef, hand cut fries, Chicago-style hot dogs, and tater tots. All their food comes out on paper- no plates, no glass, no frills. You WILL need extra napkins, no matter what you order. But better than the food is the ambiance here. Dan has created a little slice of Chicago three hours south of the real city, and it's just a joy to be here for a Cubs or Blackhawks game. Chicago sports paraphernalia lines the walls, and the beauty of Fat Dan's is that there are only two tv's in the entire tiny but comfortable place. For those looking for a Buffalo Wild Wings experience with 50 tv screens and a thousand games, this isn't your spot. But if you want a casual, loving (yes, loving) place, Fat Dan's is it. Extra points for the fact that they play "Go Cubs Go" between innings of Cubs games, and when the Cubs clinched the NLDS, Dan gave everyone Old Style on the house. Nothing but love for this place. read more

Seriously, is this place heaven!? Hands down the best french fries ever! Their secret ingredient...sugar. And oh a large size is huge and of course totally worth it! I also love their brisket with hot BBQ sauce. Fat Dan's slow smokes it to perfection as it is perfectly tender. I also got their wings, which are so much better than BDubs wings! They are big and flavorful! They also have lots of beers on tap including local Ciders! I have a gluten sensitivity and have never had a problem here! :) GO! And don't forget a side of fries! read more

The last coveted star goes to you Fat Dan. The brisket is so stinking good. Served with either hot or sweet barbecue it is a go-to meal. I also get the wings, my favorite wings in town. See pictures of these smoked delicious things. They have great homemade cole slaw as well. The beer selection is great with rotating drafts from a lot of local places. This place is no frills, all for laid back Sunday's watching football or getting too drunk on the night of a Cubs win. read more

Great place to get a delicious sandwich. Cool atmosphere and quick and pleasant service. The pickle was perfectly brined too. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu here. The burgers are really good though. read more

Was SUPER excited to try this place . The people we were visiting ( we are from out of state ) grew up in this town and said the wings are amazing. We came in and sat at the bar. And the young lady behind the bar was incredibly nasty. Since we never had been here before and we weren't quite sure what kind of beer they had and needed a minute to figure out what we wanted. Well she didn't like that and stomped away. Our friend got his beer and honestly we were just gonna leave when he was finished because I have never encountered such a nasty bartender in my life. However the young lady that grew up in this area talked us into staying and trying out your incredible wings, lucky for you she has a sweet spot for your food- she was right it is incredible. Unfortunately for you your bartender needs some customer service skills. If you're wondering which one she was she had a hat on backwards in a tattoo sleeve with her right arm. read more

This is one of our favorite restaurants in SoBro. We love to watch summer baseball games at the bar. Dan is always friendly and chatting with customers. I frequently crave the food! The french fries are incredible. Everything has the perfect, most satisfying amount of grease. The atmosphere feels perfectly "Chicago" and always has a balanced tap-list. Although it seems counter-intuitive the grilled cheese is one of my favorites. It's perfect with the tomatoes and grainy bread. read more

Don't Miss This One! Best in town. Someone half my age brought me here for the first time a few days ago. I probably would have kept going by this place because I lean away from eating bread (sandwiches) very often. OMG am I in trouble! We ordered our sandwiches, Rueben & BBQ brisket. Then my friend asked if I liked tater tots. Little did I know, my sandwich would have been more than enough. I said, I have always 'loved' tater tots but since our kids are gone and my husband isn't a fan I haven't had any for years. They're the perfect bite with my favorite crunch factor on the outside and soft on the inside. So I thought, OK that's like sandwich & fries. Well, when it all came out, it was a huge amount of beautiful heart attack food with the aroma waffling all around us! ---how about making those tots more incredible by making them really dirty, right down, low down, totally dirty. -with a big pile of pulled pork, a bowl of cheese sauce, some hot sauce and chopped green onions. I had no idea what was going to happen. My arm and mouth became my uncontrollable enemy and I was defeated with the first bite. -one right after another! My fork almost started to draw a line in the middle although it was still far away. Then on to the sandwiches to avoid embarrassment from our totally glutinous behavior. We decided to divide them to share. I took a bite of each and they were both incredible! The Rueben was very flavorful & tender, and the brisket was delicious with very tender meat mixed with big bites of crusty beefiness and juicy fatty pieces! This experience was like Big little's in Chicago when I went running out with my face in my hands screaming, OMG what have I done? The menu was full of other choices that I'd love to try sometime but I can only dream now as I count how many more times I need to run around the interior of my condo on this snowy cold day to get back there! read more

The perfect place to get a Chicago Dog "fix" good prices and a short bike ride from home.

I was rather disappointed in this well known and heavily raved about little deli off College. My boyfriend and I were seeking a hearty lunch to celebrate his new promotion and Fat Dan's seemed to fit the bill as they boasted bbq, large, meaty sandwhiches, and a plethora of deep fried goodies. We ordered our meal and eagerly awaited our food. Our waitress was very sweet and was kind enough to fetch our drinks quickly (Mine a New Day South Cider and his a local Blonde brew). We had beat the lunch hour rush and were able to enjoy the open scenery and quiet. When our food arrived however, we both were sadly disappointed. My meal, a turkey burger with lettuce, avacado, a dijon sauce, and red onion, tasted heavily of peanut oil and did not contain any avacado. We had ordered a large batch of fries to share, which contained mostly batter with very little potatoe. My boyfriends burger also tasted slightly off and had wilted lettuce. While the staff was friendly and the environment pleasant, I can't say I will return for the food. Not one to can a business on the first try, I would be open to returning and trying more of their menu. read more

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Looooove the well burger we get it blued up and it is the best!!! The dirty tots are great but there is waaaay too much sauce on them. It's sometimes like drinking the hot sauce with a little bit of tots. However by far one of our favorite restaurants. read more

Best wings in the city. Period. Order an Old Style beer and watch a game or listen to live music. They have great ribs as well but those are only on the weekends and when they run out, you are out of luck! read more

The absolute best place to satisfy your fried food fix in Broad Ripple. Whatever you decide to order, which for me is always the "Vertically Challenged Corn Dogs", should definitely be prefaced by eating a more than friendly amount of their signature fries. A fun atmosphere with walls decorated in Chicago team flags and perfect place to sit outside for lunch on a warm day. read more

I have been to the Fat Dan's in Indy numerous times and have never had any problems. There were only two servers working, which is fine, but as soon as we walked in we were told that food would take at least forty minutes. It was seat yourself, but the waitresses made us move our own tables together. It was not that busy so I am not sure why the kitchen was so backed up. Service was slow and when asked what was on tap, our waitress told us to "go up to the bar and look." Beer was flat and overpriced. Food was good, but took over forty five minutes to come out. Our waitress rarely stopped by to refill drinks and messed up our checks as well. Fairly disappointed when it comes to the service of this establishment. read more

Came here Monday night after the Cubs win and shared 1/2 order of wings, a wet Italian beef samich & a basket of tots/fries. Everything came out soon after ordering and it was hot and fresh. The tots were well seasoned and crispy and dare I say it but the samich was better than Portillos! I'll be back to try the Chicago dog and more. Atmosphere was perfect for a Cubs fan! read more

This is my husband's favorite place to grab food on our end of town. Despite being White Sox Fans, he loves drinking an Old Style surrounded by Cubs fans. I love the meatloaf sandwich, but it's hard to choose between that and their wings! They always have a beer special, if you're interested in trying interesting brews. If you're interested in delicious food and a laid back atmosphere, this is the place for you! read more

Fat Dan's - After moving boxes all day... A beer at Fat Dan's hits the spot!! - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This place is a must-try! Interesting burgers and yummy sounding sandwiches fill the menu, and lots of beer choices to round everything out. The first thing I noticed when I walked in was the chalkboard paint on the walls, perfect for writing silly notes on -or keeping the kiddos busy! There is also a corner by the door full of games too so grab one and knock out a quick game while waiting for your food. I opted for a fatburger-a traditional burger with traditional toppings, along with some Mac and cheese. My meal was delivered promptly, and the burger was cooked nicely...maybe a little overdone for my taste but delicious anyway. Mac and cheese wasn't anything special, but my 3 yr old loved it and that is good enough for me. The highlight of the meal though was the fries that my husband got with his meal. YUM! These were no frozen bagged fries, they were fresh cut, perfectly salted, and delicious. Definitely opt for fries. Will definitely be back! read more

This place is one of the many gems outside of the heart of broadripple! Great service, family friendly, live music (came with their expansion which is stunning and gorgeous), and as always, amazing food. I always recommend this for your favorite game days or for an evening out with friends. read more

Fat Dan's - The classic Fat Dan's burger! - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

DELICIOUS. We came here after taking our dogs to Marrot Park for a little hike and swim. Sat outside on the patio and the waitress provided our dogs with a bowl of water. I ordered the pulled pork sandwich with fries. So delicious. I definitely will be coming back here many times. The prices are reasonable, they have great beers on tap, and the atmosphere is so chill. read more

Fat Dan's - BBQ Pulled Pork sandwich - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

If you go, get the beef sandwich. I've tried a few other things on the menu, and they are so/so. But man... that beef sandwich always brings me back! Oh, and the best fries of the universe are an extremely large, greasy mess, but they are good! Everything comes out to you on brown paper. By the time you are done it will be so soaked with grease spots that it will almost be translucent. But it's good, and worth it. Again, get the beef sandwich. Ask for it wet. With hot peppers. You're welcome. P.S. There was a confirmed draft Zombie Dust sighting there, and I willingly partook :) read more

Pretty good pulled pork sandwich. Their fries are amazing.

Located next to Twenty Tap on College, this seems to be a true "Chicago" style deli. By that I mean the food is sloppy, fattening and messy to eat. It is also pretty good. My friend and I sat outside for our dinner and I had the Italian Beef. They give you the option of it being dry, dipped or on the side. I picked dry, I don't like my sandies dipped, ever. It was a generous serving of beef in the sandwich and I did enjoy it. I didn't enjoy the mess and lack of plates. The food was served "deli" style, being wrapped in paper and brought to the table. All I can say is, there is a reason that "deli's" like this aren't all over the place and that is you need a rain coat and gloves to eat there. I want my food in me, not on me. At the very least they could supply something other than the weak plastic utensils they have. I would have really enjoyed the food if I could have eaten it like a human. I did really enjoy the french fries and would definitely recommend them. Yummy. All in all, I can't be totally unbiased as I am a St Louis Cardinals fan and the place is covered in Chicago Cubs stuff. If you want the authentic experience of Chicago style eating, Fat Dan's is your place. read more

The Wake N' Bake is a monster! The Wake N' Bake and Cubano are great burgers. The wings are Awesome. You must try the Dirty Tots...

Had the standard burger and fries. Fries were too greasy and irregular for optimal consumption pleasure (too thinly cut to scoop up ketchup), but it was nice to see they were cut by hand. The food is really greasy which makes it perfect after a night of heavy drinking. Burger was good but I wish I had gone for a spicier option. Don't get me wrong: the food was really good - that's why I gave four stars. read more

Fat Dan's! Oh how I've been longing to try your greasy, heart-clogging goodness. I dove in head first ordering the North Ave. FatBurger teriyaki glazed with Swiss cheese and sauteed mushrooms. Big, delicious, and just the right amount of sloppy. I also decided to order a huge sack of tater tots because why on earth not? It was great. I did a carryout order, and by the time I made it to my location, the tater tots were essentially leaking through the sack. Yum. I got a side of blue cheese and went to town. They have amazing looking food--Chicago dogs (an addiction of mine), reubens, BBQ, brats, chicken sandwiches, and many burgers. It's a greasy heaven everyone should try out. They also have wine and beer, which is a plus for any location! read more