Dionna L.

Real good spot. I was hesitant because of the no changes or substitutions (I'm not extremely picky but I like what I like). The mimosa is definitely worth the price and my Caesar wrap was really good!

Dee L.

If you like flavor, than you will love this place! We walked in on a Saturday at 4 pm, and were immediately greeted and seated. There is limited seating, but they also have a bar area. Our server gave great menu recommendations. We started with the Buffalo Brussels Sprouts. The Brussels were so flavorful and delicious! They were coated with a unique batter. The buffalo Brussels are definitely a new fave appetizer. We also ordered the bbq bacon burger and the smothered chicken entrees. The burger is possibly the best burger that I've had at a restaurant. I didn't prefer the well done fries, but our server gladly replaced the fries. I also tasted the smothered chicken and it was also very delicious. There weren't busy when we arrived, but We did wait a while for our food. But the food was worth the wait. What I loved most about this restaurant is that my food was hot and so flavorful. I could taste the flavor inside of the food. I'm So glad that we were able to dine here and I can't wait to return.

Kate D.

My husband and I tried out Open Kitchen last weekend for the first time! The staff were all very nice. We had multiple people tell us thank you for coming in. I had a beer, which I thought they had a good wide selection of those and cocktails. For dinner, I had the 10 Street Chicken Sandwich and fries. They had the option to have different seasonings on the fries, but I stuck with the original. I thought the normal fries had a great flavor! The chicken sandwich was just good. I have no real complaints about it, but it seemed like it could use something else to blow me away. All in all, I thought the food was good and will return to try more of the menu! I will also add, that the building is block, so it gets kinda cold in there!

Jayden D.

Solid restaurant. We were greeted right when we walked in the door, and seated quickly. She made sure it was okay if we sat in a high top- I appreciate her thinking of others and their specific abilities. The place was well maintained on the inside. It was a little cold for my liking, but my wife wasn't complaining so it was probably just me (but maybe wear a long sleeve if you are going in the winter like we did). I ordered the Blue Firework cocktail, and the smothered chicken with Brocolli and whipped potatoes for my meal. The cocktail was great- the champagne in it wasn't too overpowering and had great balance of taste...and I appreciated the sugar rim on it. The smothered chicken was good. The Brocolli was cooked thoroughly, and I could tell was finished on the grill to give it a nice char. The potatoes had great taste and were smooth. The smothered chicken was good, but not amazing. My two complaints about it: the breading on it was a little soggy for my liking (not super crispy and seemed to fall off the chicken) and there was a certain flavor about it that really overwhelmed everything out (I couldn't put my finger on what that flavor was). Overall, we were satisfied with coming here. Food was good, drinks were great, service was wonderful, and the place felt clean.

Courtney E.

Stopped by here for the first time Saturday for lunch. Overall, we were happy. The fried chicken sandwich was good but I'll admit I found $1.50 upcharge to add sauce to it to be strange, since the sauce was just a light drizzle. Breakfast was tasty and service was pleasant and helpful. The interior areas (bar top, some storage) could use tidying up to make the ambiance better.

Jackie M.

Here's my first Yelp review of 2023! This is actually from about a month or so ago before Open Kitchen temporarily closed. So technically this experience happened in 2022. They are apparently in the process of planning a move, so my review is based on the original location. I visited once, with my dad and husband, for brunch. I had been interested in checking this restaurant out for a while, of course, I also love supporting local Black- owned businesses and restaurants. Their IG page is also very convincing as the food looks incredible. We seated ourselves when we entered around 12 noon, it was a small neighborhood spot. There was one small tv and noise level was overall quiet and easy to hear each other. I recommend visiting with a few friends as seating was very limited, this maybe ok for a group of 3-4 max. Or if you are into the solo dolo thing, need alone time, me time? This is a great spot to bring your book, or maybe journal and get some thoughts off your mind. Just chill. After seating ourselves, the co-owner and chef, I believe of the restaurant, came over and hands us menus. She also gave recommendations. They offer to pour a glass of water and bring you another beverage based on what you select. This time we all went with waters and no extra drinks. For food, I ordered the very popular Cinnamon Crunch French Toast, and the men both chose sandwiches. The Monte Cristo and a Fried Chicken Sandwich. My order was true breakfast, I like my eggs scrambled, and I enjoyed some pork sausage Pattie's. There are about 5 hearty slices of the French toast that comes with my order so more than my small appetite can finish. (I suffer from your eye's bigger than your stomach syndrome) I also was given a nice syrup to dip my food in, I can't remember if it was true maple or the thickness, sorry. If you can get a little to-go box, it will make a great second brunch for the next morning. Everyone's meals were filling and satisfying. It did take a little time to get the food but that allows you more time to sit and chat. Enjoy your company and getting away from the hustle and noise. I don't like to feel rushed anyway. When I'm eating, I like to take my time. Overall good food. I'm looking forward to when Open Kitchen returns at their new location. Would highly recommend a larger dining space for more patrons. I understand they're in the process of a move so I recommend following them on their Instagram, so you know when they will be open again and most certainly check it out! Jackie M. - 01/15/23

Laurel S.

We hardly come to the south side of Indy but looks like we'll be coming back again. I'm skeptical of pictures from the restaurant on Yelp, but my honey garlic chicken looked just like the picture. A huge portion for the price and everything was made to perfection. It was so good I ate the whole thing. The beans were still crispy and are next level with the onions and peppers. Our service was great too!

Nicole A.

So the hubby, grand-sun and my moms in law decided to venture here today for lunch.. I had been to the restaurant when they were at a different location during the pandemic and I must say I'm so glad I found them again! The food is cooked made to order fresh and delicious. The service was top notch (what else would you expect from Warren Central graduates) #goDubC and I love the art work that's hung on the walls that's actually for sale and it appears it's from local artist to boot! Will most definitely be back!

Teresa H.

The food was delicious!! Eggs and potatoes were seasoned nicely. Service was friendly and personable. I really enjoyed the ambiance. It was warm, inviting and relaxing. Loved the art for sale on the walls. I will definitely return in the future.

Barbara M.

The biggest drawback after 2 visits is low staffing which leads to long wait times for food. The wait time for tables and getting in your order is little. The food is outstanding in terms of price and flavors. I was so impressed with their menu, new location, and kind service. You might miss this black building with not much signage just diagonal from UIndy. They have free parking in their lot and serve up big flavors inside. You can sit at the bar or at a table and peer right into the kitchen. The portions are huge, and I can't wait to eat my leftovers!

Mark C.

Nice location. Easy to get to. Food and service is amazing. We went for lunch and came back for breakfast two days later. Not disappointed. The ribeye steak and eggs were perfect. The stuffed French toast with bourbon camel was delicious. And the honey garlic chicken bowl is to die for. Still need to come back to try the bread pudding. The wild rice was amazing so much flavor and perfect with the grilled chicken.

Erin Lee R.

Do not sleep on this gem of a restaurant! Went there for brunch this morning with no preconceived notions, and was completely blown out of the water. In our brunch party of four, everyone loved their meal. I selected the cinnamon toast crunch French toast with the bourbon caramel syrup, and I can say with no hesitation that it is literally the best French toast I've ever had in my life. The location is in a bit of a rough area, but it's worth it. Parking lot is private, but be careful going over the train tracks just a few hundred feet away. On a Sunday morning, you may want to make reservations if you have a larger party to ensure you get a table. Eboni was our server and she was wonderful. Another really cool draw of this restaurant is that the walls are hung with prints by local artists, and the paintings are available for purchase if you see one you like!

Carmen G.

Food: wowowow the shrimp po boy was so good! Not normally one for fried shrimp but the bread was perfectly dense, the lettuce fresh and the perfect ratio of sauce to sandwich! Yum! The OKR salad was lovely and had extremely fresh tasting produce (where are they sourcing these veggies?!). The only downside was that they were out of olives. House strawberry vinaigrette was well balanced and delicious! Service - great! Our servers checked in on us regularly and my glass was never empty. Ambience- I like the industrial bar vibe and the open concept seating area had a nice flow. Plenty of parking available though I wouldn't mind if they cut down on parking in favour of a small patio! Location was a bit odd, Indianapolis needs to build sidewalks and stop developing a city for cars. We had to take a 2 min Uber to the restaurant because there were literally no side walks in the area and OKR is along a busy street. Don't mind me just throwing a bit of shade to the city of Indy in case anyone in local government ever reads my review. This is a great spot for all meal types from a casual date to a groups meal out! Would recommend.