We were in the area from out of town and this spot is super well located between the conservatory, library, coffee shops and murals, etc! The pros are the friendly staff, the cool art on the walls (tons to look at!) and some creative menu options/deals like a weekday $13 lunch deal or $50 three course meal for 2. The downsides- we sat by the door and it was quite cold, I think it's because we were by the door/a drafty window but I noticed space heaters throughout the space. My husband and I both ordered the BLT and while it was good, it wasn't special- the Roma tomato were small coin-sized slices and the romaine lettuce was the yellow, small inside pieces. I thought this sandwich would be a lot better with a thick sweet tomato slice and leafy green lettuce. For some reason, the fries and breakfast potatoes were taking a long time to come out of the kitchen. Our server apologized, but they came out after the rest of the meal and I overheard a server telling the next table it would be at least 30 mins for another order to come out. When they came out, they were cold. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing (the breakfast plate that the folks next to us had looked good) but I left a bit disappointed in my meal. Overall good option to visit in the Garfield Park neighborhood and hopefully just caught them on an off day with the food! read more

Parkside Public House - Double decker BLT - Gastropubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Finally made it in here, this has been on my list for quite a while. The interior is quite eclectic with tons of art pieces covering every inch of the walls in here. Love it. Especially the wall of test tubes with dried and artificial flowers. Plenty to look at and keep you entertained. We were greeted right away and invited to pick a spot we'd like to sit at. Our server Joni stopped by immediately. She took great care of us, answered our questions regarding the menu and brought us everything we needed. It is a skill to be so attentive without hovering. After a little difficulty deciding what we would like to eat, I settled on the straw-basil mimosa and the double decker BLT. My friend opted for the blueberry muffin mimosa and the quiche of the day. The mimosas were quite tasty I must say, too bad I had to drive or else I might have gotten another. The double decker BLT was huge. I had to eat it in installments. Ate the top half in the restaurant and devoured the bottom half later in the day. My friend loved her meal also and we will surely be back for more. read more

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We were greeted, given menus, and invited to pick any table as soon as we walked in. Our server was very friendly and helpful and the food came out nice and quick. My friend was able to customize her power bowl with a different protein, which was super nice. It's not a huge menu, but a lot of things sounded great! I appreciated the variety in mocktails too and both of ours were delicious! The weather was starting to get a little rough when we stopped in so we didn't get to use it but there was a little patio with outdoor seating as an option, which I always enjoy. The inside was decorated nicely, including lots of art work and a gallery of work created by the staff. read more

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Eclectic interior and a nice patio when it's not so hot outside. Our service was a bit slow but we ordered behind a table of I think 20 people so we were fine chatting. I was super impressed with the double decker BLT. The bacon was crispy and had it not it would have been a totally different sandwich. Two of us got a Pita Ham and Cheese and were happy with it. One got a kids ( didn't realize it was kids ) cheese burger. But all said was can I just get a cheeseburger. Being a kids burger it came sin lettuce, pickle or anything on it. She said the burger was good and she liked the fries. Located right next to Garfield Park with a decent parking area. I think we'd be back to maybe try brunch. read more

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Was able to meet a friend for brunch, I allowed her to pick out where we could meet and she picked out PPH, and I was happy to get back and check out brunch as well as the inside, which is a very cool decorated space! I had a sake Bloody Mary that was savory and delicious, I got some oysters again since I love them so much, for my main course I had the crab cake Benedict, which was savory, and all around tasty! To finish I had an old style on draft, which I like to take advantage of when I can! Friendly service again as well! Check this place out! There's something for everyone! read more

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Parkside has made a believer out of meeee!!! Omg! I've always said that I don't like biscuits and gravy, but their chorizo b&g has changed my life!!! You get two of the most delicious scratch made biscuits on top of a piping hot bowl of chorizo gravy. It's so delicious and flavorful and it literally warms your soul! All of the employees were super sweet and inviting. They definitely curate a warm and welcoming environment. I loved looking at all of the art on the walls while we were waiting for our food. read more

Parkside Public House - Chorizo B&G - Gastropubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

If you've never been to Garfield Park, you could just go to Parkside Public House to get a feel for this quirky, artsy, vibrant area of town. The decor, the mismatched dishes, the layout all scream Garfield Park. The service was excellent and the wait time for our food was so short! It was a great lunch time option for a quick bite. 4 stars because although the food was absolutely delicious, the price was a bit steep for the amount. read more

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My husband saw a post on Facebook stating that Parkside Public House had a Fat Tuesday special. All you could eat crawfish. Although not normally open on Tuesday's they were open for this special event. Reservations were taken via pm Plenty of parking, when we entered we were greeted by the manager/owner whom welcomed us and took Us to our table. He pointed out that the "boil" would be dumped in the middle of the table which was covered with paper l Special beer, purple haze, was brought in special from New Orleans was served. We given samples. I enjoyed it as it was a raspberry wheat beer. The manager brought out bowls of "boil". As soon as we ate what we had been served he brought more. Very generous servings. We decided to have raspberry cheesecake and coffee both were excellent. This is a local establishment and many people lived near by. They brought us into their neighborhood and treated us as though they knew us. We were told that next month will be a wine/dinner. We are looking forward to detail on this event I have included pictures of the warm inviting environment, perfect for Garfield park area Will we go back. Most certainly, it reminded me of a supper club. Good food, good drinks, good service and good time. read more

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First time visiting Parkside located in Garfield Park. Beautiful restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, lots of unique art on display and the sweetest staff. This was last weekend for devour Indy so my husband and I decided to try the devour menu. To drink, I ordered the mango Rita with popping boba, fruity and tasty. For our first course, we got the crabcakes which were amazing! Second course, I ordered the barbecue ribs with zucchini and mashed potato's, it was delicious and had a bit of spicy zest for flavor. For third course, we had banana pudding which was also sooo good! I'd love to go back and try other dishes and drinks read more

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Amazing ambiance and even better service! We've absolutely loved both visits to Parkside Public House. Highly reccomend the Frittata for brunch! read more

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This place is an absolute hidden gem! It has a diner/hipster vibe but the food is fantastic. We had the mussels for an app (there were three of us) then we split the patty melt (a must try) and the tuna dish (think more sushi than tuna steak). For dessert we have the bread pudding and it was fantastic. Literally the best I've ever had. The server was nice, definitely not in a hurry and a bit of an order taker than a server but I wouldn't be upset if we had her again read more

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My husband and I had quick Sunday lunch here while out exploring and running errands. The inside was so cute and they had a wonderful outdoor space. I'd love to come back for live music or one of their events. I had the Chef Salad (so delicious) and my partner had The Best Patty Melt with fries (I loved the fries but my partner wasn't a fan). The patty melt was loved by both of us. Good drink options as well. Great and friendly service! read more

Parkside is such a lovely little spot. Service was impeccable - I don't like to ask for too much, but the servers were so kind and accommodating to me and my vegan friend. The devour menu was great and the fried tenderloin was juicy. The bread pudding was also great with homemade whipped cream. They serve beer, wine, and some wine-based cocktails, but no hard liquor, at least for the time being. The Lambrusco was *chefs kiss* Will be back when the weather is nicer for brunch on the patio and the cosmic cake! read more

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Service needs attention. Although staff was friendly, the service was poor. I wanted a fresh glass of wine but was told that they had to empty the bottle that had been opened 5 days earlier first! Yuck. The atmosphere was chaotic with servers running around, stumbling over each other, and providing substandard service even when they outnumbered the few patrons who were there while I was. Another area of improvement: cleanliness. The bar top and menu were dirty and sticky. read more

Parkside Public House is a Garfield Park gem! Not only was the food great, but it was also cozy inside with great service. Our waiter was personable and talked us through the menu, going above and beyond to comp our drink when the others we wanted were out. We ordered the Best Patty Melt after seeing rave reviews and finding it on the IndyStar's top 10 dishes list. I have to say it lived up to its name. We specifically enjoyed the marbled rye bread it was on and the homemade spicy pickles on the side - nice touches to round out the dish. We also ordered the Thai Curry, a vegan soup option served with rice. It was so flavorful! It's not everyday that you order a curry with your patty melt, but I have to say somehow it complemented each other so well with a "soup and sandwich" vibe. Perfect dinner to split for two! read more

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Parkside Public house in an inviting space located near Garfield Park. I might've went in with too high expectations. We were immediately greeted and seated. The ambience here is quirky, and I loved the playlist. We ordered a side of potatoes, the biscuits and gravy and the best patty melt. I believe everything is cooked to order so it will take awhile. It took 30 minutes to get our food. My husband really loved his sandwich, for the price they definitely could've given him more chips. The bad the biscuits and gravy was more biscuits served over a bowl of soup they called gravy. It was truly terrible. The absolute worst biscuits and gravy I've ever had. I'm attaching a video so you can see the consistency. Once I asked the server if this is how it's usually served she said yes. Her attitude completely shifted. For the price of the dishes here I'd expect a lot more. Based on this experience it's not somewhere I'd come back. read more

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Incredible service, some of the best I've had in Indianapolis. Great ambience and solid food. The three stars is for the absolutely pathetic, meager portioning. The scramble was expensive, tiny, and came with nothing. No toast, no breakfast potatoes, no nothing. I could've eaten 3 of them. Increase portion sizes and/or include more sides, even if it means raising prices. The current setup is sad. My date and I ordered a side of bacon after our meals were taken away. We still left hungry. read more

Delicious brunch with the backdrop of Garfield Park. Parkside has a welcoming and artistic atmosphere that is matched by its staff. The Garfield Scramble was yummy, I recommend the Iced Ube Latte! read more

Parkside Public House - Garfield Scramble w/ Chorizo - Gastropubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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This is a nice place. The food and service were very good. I had the steak and it was nicely portioned and the prices are fair. I would love to come again when in the area. read more

This review is a few days late, as I had the pleasure of attending here on the first opening night - before it was even listed on Yelp. The restaurant has a bit of a low key exterior with a gorgeous interior that feels like being at home, with lots of artwork, plants, and other wall hangings. In a word, the space feels loved. The menu is a bit limited but has something for everyone. I ordered the Flatbread, which is actually served as more of a sandwich than a conventional flatbread. Service was pretty good all things considered, opening periods are always an adjustment. I also got the rainbow sherbet which comes in cute mini martini glasses. I enjoyed both dishes quite nicely, and the flatbread serves well as a leftover. I think that I will be much more inclined to visit Garfield Park and conclude afternoon strolls with a treat at the Parkside! read more

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I loved my tacos with a warm corn tortilla & crispy carnitas pork. The vegetable and cheese toppings are fresh. At first glance, I was worried the price was too high for the portion size, but it was actually SO filling. Delicious & reasonably-priced oysters (with pear champagne mignonette) are available in any quantity (no minimum). I love a delicate oyster with an acidic, crispy shallot. I didn't get the biscuits and gravy (Bees and Gees), but my waiter highly recommended it & mentioned that they'd run out that day at brunch because of its popularity. The staff is vibrant & friendly and will likely ask you if you're from the Garfield Park neighborhood. The whole establishment cares significantly about investing in the immediately neighboring community. Both outdoor and indoor seating is available. The indoor seating has several options from couches to hard-top tables to the bar. For alcohol drinkers, beer is on tap, cocktails are made fresh, and there are several wines (red, white, and rose). Outdoor seating is umbrella-covered picnic tables next to raised garden beds. You'll see eclectic art on the walls and can go downstairs to enjoy a small art museum surprise (Imagine Indy Art Gallery). This place did an excellent job with renovating an old building into a popular and appealing community restaurant. Parking in Garfield Park is free, including street spots on Shelby St & other neighboring lots. Feel free to ride the Red Line as the restaurant is steps from the bus stop. You can make a day out of being in the neighborhood, even just along Shelby St, visiting the brewery, French bakery, coffee shop, vintage shops, plant shops, and the oldest park in Indianapolis: historic 128-acre Garfield Park. read more

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We dined here for dinner. The restaurant is very nice and arty inside. The staff were all super friendly and helpful. I ordered the Hammy Sammy which was tasty. I did a side of elote instead of chips. I liked both items a lot. We also did an appetizer of Brussels- I liked the flavor of the dip with it but wanted more flavor on the actual Brussels. I would like to come back to try the brunch menu. read more

Great find! Checked trusty Yelp to find a new place to try and was not disappointed! Parkside Public House is a wonderfully eclectic restaurant bar that has an incredibly friendly and knowledgeable staff and excellent food! Adventurous selections packaged in traditional favorites. Loved this place and we WILL be back. read more

Ambiance: This place is tucked next to Garfield Park in a mostly resident setting. The place itself has a cool hipster vibe with an eclectic collection of art and waiters that also dress equally so. If you have an ultra-conservative grandmother, may not be the best place but we personally really enjoyed the design. We came around 10am on a Sunday and the place was still fairly empty. Service itself is super friendly and food comes out in a reasonable amount of time. They do have live music featured on certain days around brunch and dinner time so make sure to check their website on the "what's happening" tab! Food: We got the chorizo benedict and andouille sausage po-boy and thoroughly enjoyed both. The benedict eggs were PERFECTLY poached and the chorizo came as a tasty patty which I had never seen before. The andouille meanwhile was nicely crisped and packed with flavor with some bites accented by their housemade pickles. Not a true Lousiana Po-boy but a fun take on it. I did get their fries as well which were a little dense and only once-fried so a little soggy but they were seasoned well with salt, parmesan, and parsley. As some other reviewers have mentioned, the portion sizes are on the smaller side with the benedict being about the size of a large piece of toast with two poached eggs and the po-boy probably measuring a little over 3x6 inches and containing one and a half pieces of split andouille sausage. I think if you're looking to be full/stuffed you'll probably want to get an appetizer as well. We did also get their ube latte and strawbasil matcha latte and they were both delicious with very "honest" and balanced flavors. They are NOT using that artificially-purple and cloyingly sweet ube powder nor are they using that grainy low-quality matcha. I would strongly recommend you go adventurous on their drink menu and give something a try. Overall, this is a great low-key place showcasing vibes, made-to-order quality, and creativity. If you want bargain value, fast cook times, and to be filled to the brim, this might not be the best place for you. I personally had a great meal at Parkside Public House and would gladly come back again! read more

Service: Kind and Fast Food: Fantastic Ambiance: 10/10 What a gem of a spot that anyone near Garfield Park should visit! read more

The food was delicious and service tremendous. Favorite part was the great employees. They were super! Welcoming Thanks for the great experience. Definitely will stop in on my way through Indy again! read more

Loved this gem! The good was delicious. The manager/owner was super friendly and eager to show us around. The art adorning the walls was awesome to browse. read more

I really enjoyed the vibe and the staff was friendly and welcoming, but I really didn't enjoy the coffee or food. I get ube lattes whenever I see them, but it mostly tasted like dirty water? I don't say it to be mean, but it was one of the worst lattes I've had. I also got the biscuits and gravy. The two biscuits seemed pretty good but there was way too much gravy to really taste them. The biscuits were hot but the gravy was mostly lukewarm and even cold in some spots. I only had a couple of sips of my drink and ate less than half the food, and the server never asked if I liked anything. read more

Stopped in after looking for restaurants I haven't been to yet and I am glad I did! The food was delicious. Idk who they get their beef from, but it does taste amazing. They have vegetarian and vegan options as well. The Thai Curry soup is one of them, and the flavors in it are very well rounded. It was a slow Thursday afternoon when I went. I was seated immediately (told wherever was fine) and immediately helped after sitting down. I wish I could remember his name, but the server 6/19 around noon was amazing! The overall feel of the restaurant is rustic and hipster. There is a lot of art to look at while you eat and talk. They appear to have a concert series or band at least once a week, as well as other events posted that I will have to check out. Will be coming back again just for the soup alone, everything else was a bonus read more

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Super service, feels like family. Beer dinner was excellently paired and the food quality was top notch! read more

Parkside Public House - Gastropubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Amazing food , fabulous friendly service , cute location . I will be coming back ! Soon! read more

Parkside Public House - BLT - Gastropubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I love this place. The food, the art, the music, the service - it's darn near perfect. The burger and fries were tremendous, especially the fries....they looked like they were hand cut. The food is a little bit pricey, but it's really good. My server had a couple of snafus ringing up my order, but we got it figured out. I had a mocktail that was great....I can't remember the name, but it was kind of a strawberry lemonade concoction. I want to go back and try their brunch. I believe the brunch is on Saturdays and Sundays from 10-3. The staff treats you like family. It's a wonderful place! read more

I'm super glad that my partner and I decided to stop for brunch at Parkside Public House! It was an amazing restaurant with amazing vibes. The AMBIANCE was warm, artsy, inclusive, and welcoming. It's the perfect place for Saturday brunch! Upon our arrival, we'd just missed the saxophonist that had performed live in the restaurant from 11a-1p. We were immediately greeted with a smile, and the SERVICE was awesome. Our server was sweet, accommodating, and patient. We had the opportunity to meet the co-owner of the restaurant who was very friendly, enthusiastic, and informative. Also, everything that we ordered came out timely and fresh. Last but certainly not least, THE FOOD. The food was fantastic! I ordered a mocktail called "Pecou Cola" to start. It was cute and tasted like a very cherry handcrafted Cherry cola. It was fire and a must try! For food, I ordered the Crabcake Benny. The Crabcake Benny was tasty, aesthetically pleasing, and just the right amount of food without leaving me feeling sluggish afterwards. Last, I order some Tres Leches to-go. The Tres Leches was yummy. I absolutely adored the sauces used in the dessert. I *may or may not* had gathered the left over sauce with my finger after I finished lol. I would definitely recommend trying this place! My girlfriend and I will definitely be back (with friends next time too!). I can't wait to further explore their well-crafted menu, the beautiful art posted throughout the restaurant, and check out some of the special things that they have planned. read more

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When parkside opened up I knew it was the missing piece to the Shelby street that has other great local restaurants/shops. When it's sunny outside you can enjoy their patio seating. It's like having a picnic outside with your besties except you don't have to bring the basket of food. Parkside has your favorite foods when it comes to sandwich's. Of course I got the BLT which you cannot mess up on. Or the fan favorite is Baguette Sammy. Another great add on after you walk Garfield park and enjoy the farmers market. read more

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Just yes. Yes to all of this. The people, the food, the vibes. Parkside is a great addition to the Garfield Park area and they have so much to offer. The food is great, I've been twice and really enjoyed everything I've gotten. They also have a great beer selection. Not huge, but some beers that are hard to find on tap like Juicy Truth. I've only been for dinner but it also seems like a perfect spot to work remote from or have a meeting. read more

The food was okay, music was amazing!! We waited an hour and a half for our food when it wasn't that busy. Waitress was a little snappy but the interior was beautiful. Probably wouldn't come back but it was an experience. read more

Came for brunch and have been really excited to try it but was kinda let down. The chorizo drop biscuits, french toast, and the patty melt were awesome. Everything else was a let down. Breakfast potatoes, chopped salad lacked flavor. The green beans sounded really good but ultimately lacked flavor. The garfield scramble was good but cold. Service was good and it is a nice place with lots of trendy art. Not sure if it was just an off day but most of the food just lacked seasoning/flavor. read more

One of my homes away from home. Neighborhood gem with amazing food + team. Highly recommend brunch (b&gs) and they truly make the best patty melt! read more

Parkside Public House - Warm invitation to neighbors to help in decorating for the holidays. - Gastropubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Went here a few months ago. I ordered the tenderloin because I had seen it come out when the table next to us ordered it. It was gigantic and looked amazing. Mine came out and it had been cut in half. Everything also took a really long time to come out, even though everyone else at the table got very simple dishes and the table next to us (who came in after us) got served long before we did. I honestly believe the waitress forgot to put our order in for like 30 minutes and that's not the kitchen or restaurant's fault. The feel of the place is great and I plan to return and give it another shot. read more

We came in for breakfast on a Sunday and service was quick. Highlights were the oysters. $2 on Sunday and they were clean and fresh! Everything was really tasty and we will definitely be back for dinner. read more

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