We hosting our Mother's Day brunch at Culinary Dropout! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere…read morewas warm, elegant, and welcoming. The food was absolutely amazing -- everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Our guests especially enjoyed the variety of brunch selections, the perfectly seasoned dishes, and the delicious dessert that made the meal feel extra special. We would also like to recognize the two gentlemen who worked our event. They were professional, attentive, patient, and made sure every detail was taken care of throughout the brunch. Their kindness and outstanding customer service truly stood out and helped make our celebration run smoothly. They made all of our guests feel comfortable and appreciated. Thank you again for helping us create such a beautiful and memorable Mother's Day celebration. We truly appreciate the wonderful experience and look forward to visiting again soon!

I have driven by this place to get to Target and Marshalls so many times, but it always seemed so…read morepacked I never really wanted to bother to stop. I did see they allow you to make reservations on Open Table, so I booked it for a weekday to try it out. It wasn't nearly as busy as the parking lot looked, there was plenty of seating. It was a nice day so they had the windows open and they also had someone playing live music so it was a tad loud but, not overly loud where you can't hear your conversation. The menu is not your typical menu, it's very crafty if that's a word. The service was very good, and she explained the menu well and we took her up on her recommendations. Turkey pastrami which I had never had before. It tastes really fresh and felt healthy. The salad comes in a little small bowl but full of goodness. It's a really nice place for a girls night out, or a family dinner. Wouldn't consider it a good place for date night as it is pretty loud.

Have been wanting to try this place out for a very long time. I will say I wasn't expecting it to…read morebe tucked back in a neighborhood. But the house was gorgeous. The inside was actually bigger than I was expecting. There was a beautiful bar located on one side of the house. Overall, decor was elegant but not pretentious. You could come in casual attire and not feel out of place. Our waiter was very personable and had a great sense of humor. He took time to explain the menu and was extremely helpful when it came to helping us decide on what to get. Everything sounded fantastic especially the starters. I didn't get a cocktail but I did get a lovely cup of hot peach tea that was very delightful. My friend's cocktail was beautiful. We did get a sample of one of the sparkling wines which was very nice. Mt friends ordered several items and I tried most of them. The carrots were my favorite. I ordered the tots and caviar as my main meal. This is definitely the upscale, adult version of tots. The potatoes were very crispy and I was shocked by the amount of caviar for the price. All the food was beautifully presented. And everything came out hot. Meaning temperature hot. You could tell everything was cooked fresh. Overall, it was a great culinary experience. But the great service is what would keep me coming back.

I ate here with a friend last night. We both loved the ambiance. The staff were all amazing being…read moreincredibly professional and very down to earth. We got the escargot appetizer, which was so amazing that I've thought of nothing today but that escargot. I had the shrimp and grits as my entree and my friend had the salmon. We both enjoyed our entrees. They do have an espresso machine, so that was a huge plus to be able to order after dinner. Did I mention the escargot?!?!?!

My husband and I ate here for the first time today and we are SO UPSET! Not at the restaurant, meal…read moreor service but at ourselves for waiting so lonnnnggggg to try this delicious gem! We had the crab cakes and crab & artichoke dip for apps and our lunch entrees were the fried catfish sandwich with fries and the filet with mashed potatoes and collard greens. For bevvies, we tried their rosé and red zeppelin English ale. All of it, every bit and bite, was 10/10. Food breakdown: - Crab cakes: succulent lump crap meat within a lightly battered and flash fried coating. They come on a bed of arugula with a light dressing and dipping sauce for the cakes. Super yummy! - Crab & artichoke dip: ooey gooey deliciousness, perfect balance of cheese sauce too. You don't have to search for the crab or artichokes. And the fried naan chips were sliced long and thin, and could've been called naan fries actually. Perfect companion for the dip. - Fried catfish sammich: the piece of fish was huge and the batter was good. It came on Texas toast with fixins and tartar sauce. Won't lie, the only thing I wanted for was some hot sauce. That's a me problem... just gotta have hot sauce when I eat fried fish but I didn't ask for any while I was there (they may offer it) and still very much enjoyed the sandwich. - Filet: it was great... hubby got it medium and it arrived perfectly cooked. The Demi glaze sauce was so good and so were the sides. Their collard greens are seasoned up! I said does my auntie work here?! This cuisine is so comfortingly southern and didn't disappoint. Shoutout to our friendly and helpful server, Dan... our food and drinks came out quickly and so did our to-go box. His service was truly top notch. We have been living in Carmel for 5 years and this is one of the best restaurants here. If you're on the fence about trying this place, jump off and make a reservation. You won't regret it.

I've had Juniper on Main saved in my collections for a while and this past weekend (Memorial…read moreDay/Race weekend) we decided to give them a try while attempting to avoid the crowds that were sure to be present in others parts of the city. This place is small...much smaller than I had imagined. In my opinion, there isn't really a good seat in the house, literally, because the restaurant is a converted home in a residential setting. Each and every table is either by the front door, near the kitchen, or restroom-adjacent. It also seemed like they were having some plumbing issues or something, because one area was blocked off making the seating situation even more limited. It was nice out, so we probably should've dined on the patio. Our server never introduced himself by name, so I didn't learn that tidbit of info until we got the bill. We ordered the deviled eggs flight, which he told us that he couldn't tell us about because "it's different every time". He did check for any allergens, which was thoughtful. The deviled eggs themselves were very much a blank canvas and the toppings were the entire show. Server asked if we wanted to play egg roulette or if we wanted him to tell us what they were. We wanted to know, so he pointed to each...extremely close, and I was so distracted by his finger hovering so dangerously close to my food that all I heard was "chimichuri". I have no clue what the others were. Oh, I think one was chili crisp! I also had the crab cake and loved the aioli that it was served with. My husband had the BLT, which comes with an egg on it and is served on Texas Toast. He's not a fan of Texas Toast, but he enjoyed the sandwich. If I were rating this on food alone, it would be 4 stars, but the cramped atmosphere and level of service brings it down to a 3 for me.

We loved our visit to 101 Craft Kitchen. We stopped in for Happy Hour (4-6 pm) before going to a…read moresporting event. The restaurant is upscale, lovely and romantic. We sat at a high top table in the bar. Our server, Bailey (the bartender), was friendly and super attentive. She made recommendations and kept glasses filled. The craft beer selection is excellent with about 16 local options on tap. My husband had a Fall City "Hipster Repellent". The name alone is interesting, but he loved his beer. I had the Espresso Martini which came with roasted coffee beans floating on top. My cocktail went down easy. I also had a glass of the Berringer Chardonnay. The pour is generous. We shared a plate of Loaded Tots, which was wonderful. The tots are made from scratch in-house and covered with roasted bits of pork belly, cheese, a sauce and green onions. We LOVED the tots, which came out super hot. We also shared a plate of the Loaded Hummus. The plate is beautiful and colorful. The hummus is fresh made and loaded with bits of tomatoes, cucumbers, onions and is delicious on a balsamic reduction. The hummus is served with a generous portion of fresh in-house made focaccia bread which tasted amazing. The Loaded Hummus is a winner in my book. Bailey our server was fabulous. She worked the entire bar and was an ambassador of the chef and menu. I wish we had time to stay for dinner because the food is outstanding. Each dish that we saw pass by looked delicious and artistic. I highly recommend. We will be returning for dinner soon. Easy 5 stars! We found street parking, but parking was limited.

Service continues to be excellent and the happy hour is still a great value. While I realize their…read moreidentity is that they change their menu seasonally, we're simply disappointed that many of the things we have loved to order are not currently on the menu. We always enjoyed the blue cheese potatoes, gnocchi, and perogies, but in particular we very much miss the crab and roasted artichoke toast, which was unlike anything we have had anywhere else and may have been my favorite dish going anywhere. We are grateful at least that they haven't eliminated the pretzels, which are also unique from any other (although we miss the cheese ball it used to be served with). Will return the 5th star when they release my menu items that have been taken hostage.

This was my first time at the Kitchen at Pickle on Penn. I ended up ordering a special for the…read moremonth from October. I had the grilled chicken broccoli salad. It was pretty delicious! I want to come back and try some of the other menu items. The ambiance is super nice and our server was very kind.

I was invited to attend a birthday party. I asked about the place and location. I never heard of…read morethis restaurant and the name didn't impress me but I should have known from past experience to keep an open mind. Turns out one of the best surprises of the year. The restaurant is located on the second floor. The first floor has Pickleball courts. Upon walking in the restaurant it is quaint with as full view of the courts. No one seated me since it was a group gathering. I looked over the menu and identified what I wanted to order. I started with a fresh shrimp salad that turned out to be super good and fresh. It was more than enough for two people to eat. I was in the mood for wings and fries and they did not disappoint. The wings were seasoned and fried just without the burnt taste. The fries were equally good and had a unique seasoning that was pleasing to taste. One of the best kept secrets as this restaurant has not been opened long. This is great gathering for family and friends especially if you want to try pickleball and eat. I will definitely add this restaurant to my list. Sorta located in a strange area due to construction but can easily be found just be patient.

This is one of the best chain restaurants and this location is extra great…read more My usual go to is the steak plate with the broccoli and sweet potatoes. It has always been good. Today I got the chicken enchiladas and the kale salad and they were unreal good. I love that they have healthy options! This location is a lot bigger than others so there is tons of seating. My food came out quick and all of the staff were super friendly!

I went here for dinner and I really loved everything about this restaurant. Firstly, let's talk…read moreabout the intentionally behind the decor and seating arrangements inside and outside. The restaurant is simply yet so elegant. The service was wonderful throughout (from ordering the food, delivery of food and clearing the plates). The options on the menu were wonderful and I was so impressed by the menu. I had the salmon with cauliflower risotto and quinoa and corn. The salmon was cooked the perfection, the cauliflower was creamy and zesty and the quinoa abs corn reminds me of corn pudding (so divine). The food was excellent and my only complaint is I wish I had gotten a little more. I tried my friend's meal, the sweet potato bowl with tofu and it was also good. The portions are smaller but very great quality.

Charleston's has first class food being fresh and delicious. I just learned the chips for the dips…read moreare made in house. No wonder so crisp. Not to mention the best bartenders within 50 miles. The prices are reasonable and have customers that return daily.

We have been going to Charleston's in Carmel for years. The food and drinks are delicious and…read moreconsistent, the servers are personable and attentive, and the dining area and seating is cozy and comfortable. I haven't had a bad meal or dining experience here.

Everything about this restaurant is top notch. Beautifully appointed decor to outrageously good…read moreservice. A special shout out to Katie our bartender both nights we came in for just being perfect. First night we snacked on lobster toast and mushroom truffle. The mushroom dish was delicious, and it's a hearty amount of lobster. The second night we both had filet mine with mushrooms, both cooked to perfection. The show stopper is the creamed spinach, just amazing.

First, this entire Ironworks area is so cool with awesome restaurants at all around. Provision is…read moreat the top of that list. Cocktail menu is outstanding. Food amazing. Cool vibe but not too loud. We sat on the balcony on a lovely early spring evening. Our server was attentive and made sure everything came at a proper cadence. Nothing rushed. We enjoyed the oysters Rockefeller and crab cake to start. Shared the charred Romain salad which is sjmply amazing and I get it every time. For dinners, we had a halibut special and the scallops. Both were very good. Provision is one of our favorite spots. It never disappoints.

Just wow. This place is the definition of a hidden gem. From the overall vibe of the place, to the…read morefood and the service, we were blown away. I can definitely understand why people will tailgate just to get in for dinner. We started off with the meatballs, the pork loin, and the pierogies. The pork loin is a must get, and the other others were delicious as well. For my entrée, I got the pork loin as well because it was so good as an appetizer, and before that I started with the tomato soup, which was also excellent. Addison was our waiter and was extremely attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. We had a party of over 10 people and he handled it flawlessly. If you're in the mood for something out of the city in a little bit of a change of pace, I would highly recommend trying here.

Bonge's is incredible. Only friendly, welcoming service, inside this 1930s bar decked out with wood…read moreand tasteful taxidermy, it feels like you stepped into an old Wisconsin supper club. The short rib pierogis were one of the best things I've eaten- the horseradish sauce pairs perfectly with the savory beef. I got the daily special which was a filet mignon meatloaf. It was so tender, but the Demi glaze is what made it perfect, sweet & savory. All meals are served with a cup of tomato soup or a wedge salad with the best candied pork belly on top. The jalapeño cornbread had the consistency of a moist cake. If I had to pick between Bonge's or the famous St. Elmo's, I'm picking Bonge's every time.

February and the weather is finally releasing winter a bit. Lunch on a Friday, downstairs in the…read morebar (10 tvs), very cozy, not busy at 11:30 (I mean, we got a parking place by the door!). Server is the bartender, casual and welcoming. There's plenty of offerings on the menu but we both went with burgers with me getting the Angus burger and RRR getting a smashburger. Both burgers were quite good as was my coleslaw and his waffle fries. The coleslaw has lots of black pepper which I was able to tolerate, unusual. All in all a nice beefy winter lunch.

Honestly the worst dinner I've had in a long time. I can't believe this place is owned by the same…read morepeople who run divvy, which is 1000% better in every aspect. Our waitress was nice but inattentive. We were there over an hour and only got one water refill after flagging her down. The Brussels sprouts were okay in flavor but hadn't been properly trimmed and were under cooked. When ordering them off the appetizer menu, we asked for there to be a delay so we could finish them before receiving our entrees. There was about 2 minutes between receiving the appetizer and entrees coming out, which was disappointing. The pot roast was 80% fat and while the mashed potatoes were good, the broccoli was raw, sitting in water, with no seasoning. With no gravy or au jus (surprising for pot roast), the meat was not tender. My husband, who will eat just about anything and is rarely critical about any food, said his chicken florentine was very dry and his broccoli was also raw and unseasoned. He also said this place tasted like the worst cooks in America show opened a restaurant. The crème brûlée was pretty good, it's a mini for $5, the only saving grace for a second star. I told our waitress about the food experience but other than replacing the broccoli with equally bad broccoli, nothing was done, not even an apology, and she was MIA for most of our visit, despite the restaurant not being busy...at all. Honestly, I have no idea how this place stays open. The concept is cool, but there's a lot of "stuff" all around that's collecting dust, and with food this bad, it's not worth your time, money, or calories.