This is a review in 2 parts…read more 1) The soup was great. The lobster bisque was creamy and flavorful and it was a great relief from the colder temperature. Definitely recommend. 2) My panini was still cold in the middle. It didn't hurt as much because my sandwich was apples and ham but hitting something cold when you're expecting a hot sandwich is a bit of a curveball. The place is still as clean and cozy as I remember and the staff were super friendly. Just a very uneven food experience.

I guess the chicken velvet soup is quite the thing, but I'm not feeling it. Just kind of a cheese…read moresauce, heavy-flour gravy with hidden strands of chicken in it. Nothing really soupy about it. Roasted tomato beyond sour to just bitter. These are not very good soups for a soup store. Biggest issue is with the hot chocolate. $3.50 for a cup of water-based instant cocoa of the very worst sort. That's just malpractice. First sip taken after carrying it for seven minutes and still burned my mouth. Stupidly scalding hot. Wife and I confirmed once it did cool to be the worst thing we ever sipped from a cup. Nice interior, great concept, wonderful menu, But, execution.

Got this to go while in town. I walked from my hotel. It was not super busy at the time. I was in…read moreand out. I just got chicken fried rice and Thai tea. It was good and flavorful. I normally get other items but wanted keep it simple. I will be back when in town. It was recommended by several people here.

It's a small spot with good food and great energy! The staff was super engaging and the service was…read morequick, even with most of the tables full. My only critique is compared to what I'm used to, I did find the meat portion a little underwhelming. And as for the fried bananas, they were a unique touch! Not necessarily my favorite, but I didn't hate them either. Just something adventurous.

So on weekends it's half off milkshakes and ice cream. I come in with my client and when we ask…read moreabout ordering a banana milkshake, the worker tells us "So we're not doing milkshakes or ice cream here because it's a lot of work to take out and clean up." I then joke and say, "Just not feeling up to it today, huh?" And he goes "every day, pretty much." What the heck? Why have a huge sign that says "half off milkshakes on Saturdays and Sundays" and decor center around sandwiches and milkshakes ("order your shake now!" Signs) if you can't be bothered to even serve them? Very lazy.

This place is slept on but so good. They have the best veggie soup in the game. Sometimes it has a…read morelittle too many white beans for my liking but I think that's a function of getting a random scoop. Also, I love spicy food but I strongly discourage getting the "hot peppers" on the sandwich when it's made. They come in an oil or something and because capsaicin (the molecule that you taste as "hot") is water soluble, it hits you so hard and makes the sandwich WAY too spicy. Instead you should get them on the side and put one on each of the bites you want, as you eat the sandwich. You'll thank me later. Also, don't go to this location between noon and 1. They are just way too busy

I tried this place out after researching some local places and I had such a good experience-- will…read moredefinitely be back! I ordered the grilled chicken sandwich and a vegetable soup. Yes, it was a 90 degree day in July, but it sounded so good. Personally, this may be one of the best vegetable soups I've ever had. The sandwich is so good, especially paired with the ranch spread on it. The gentleman taking my order took the time to explain the menu to me, shared some favorites, and was genuinely super kind! As I sat inside to eat my lunch, there were tons of people popping in and out. It seems to be a local favorite!

Subito is the only thing I've missed about working downtown. Got the opportunity to go for the…read morefirst time in over 6 years today and I was not disappointed. The soup was outstanding(pork pozole)as well as the macaroni salad. I was a little sad that there wasn't a roll and butter like there used to be, but the soup is always the star. Wish I could go more often. Still among the most friendly staff you'll find anywhere too.

My daughter wanted noodles again, so we decided to give this place a try--and I'm glad we did! This…read morespot caught me by surprise. It's located inside a building with a cute coffee shop upstairs. The staff was friendly and welcomed us as soon as we walked in. There was no wait, so we were seated right away. The menu offered a variety of ramen options, and our server recommended the Shoyu ramen for my 3-year-old daughter. I added cabbage and mushrooms for some extra veggies. The food took about 15 minutes to arrive, so my daughter started getting a little restless, but as soon as the bowls hit the table, she was all smiles. The food was delicious, and we both enjoyed it. Most importantly, it earned the ultimate seal of approval--3-year-old approved! We'll definitely be back.

I was walking around downtown looking for somewhere to eat a relatively cheap filling dinner. Wei…read moreRamen is split into a dessert and dinner spot (upstairs is where their cafe is located). I chose the curry chicken katsu, which was generously portioned and came with pickled radish, kimchi, and a side salad. For about $15, this dinner was a steal. Service was quick! Would be interested in trying their desserts in the future.

Another fabulous visit to Shapiro's! A friend from out of town wanted a local fav so we came here -…read moreand she was blown away by the flavors and offerings! I ended up getting several pastries and some bagels (as why would you not), as well as their broccoli salad, cheese sandwich and some cherry pie. Yum! We sat for a few hours to chat and I love how it feels like you are in the middle of a community endeavor. Like everyone here is a friend and you can chat and meet up and feel at home. She wanted to take a Rueben home to her husband but it was a flight away, so the staff let her buy all the fixings and then make it at home. Amazing! It traveled well that way and got to be enjoyed by others. Will always go back to this spot as it has a special place in my heart as my Dad loved it, and it is an I su classic!

I'm not a deli kind of guy…read more But, there's just something about Shapiro's that makes me smile. I'm a lifelong hoosier, and I've always had times when I simply needed to go to Shapiro's. I've shared,quite often, of my deep appreciation for the Shapiro's response when I had accessibility concerns about their Fashion Mall location. They did a remarkably beautiful job of responding well, adapting, and yet also honoring their own business needs. The end result became a more accessible layout that was still customer friendly for everyone. I will always appreciate that response and should their praises. But, there's something special about this location. It's the look. It's the feel. It's the vibe. It's just everything. A little bit of Shapiro's history - you can trace the Shapiro family back to 1795 Ukraine. Louis and Rebecca Shapiro landed stateside in 1905; within a couple years opening a small grocery/deli. In 1925, they leaned into their cultural and faith roots after the election of Ed Jackson as governor (Jackson was a well-known Klan member). They added the word "kosher" to their building and a Star of David. (As someone who's traveled over 7,000 miles by wheelchair, I love a good act of subtle rebellion). They more and more leaned into their cafe routes, and in 1984 added a second location on the northwestside. I probably frequented this location the most since I went to Pike High School. As we all know, that location eventually closed. Fashion Mall lasted about five years. There was a Carmel spot, too. But, for me, it always comes down to this location. It's warm. It's friendly. The food is a premium deli experience. I love the meatloaf (like seriously). They have breakfast, they have a ton of baked good options (cakes, cookies, others), soups, salads, hot deli, cold deli, sandwiches, entrees, and a whole lot more. I love the baked goods. I love the fried chicken. Is it a bit pricey? Yep. You also get enough for at least a couple meals (if you can truly hold out that long). Accessibility is solid here. I've already talked about their attention to that kind of detail. It's real AND it's sincere. Strangely enough, I've never had the Reuben here. It's one of their acclaimed sandwiches, but there's always something else I want more. While you can spend a fair amount here, you can also eat here pretty modestly. Shapiro's, at least for me, is one of those places that defines Indy. I'd likely weep if they ever left our city. Good food. Great family. Wonderful location. Fair pricing. Accessible. Quite honestly, it's just about everything I want a restaurant to be.

This was definitely the best breakfast I have sat down to in a long time. The ambience was…read morefantastic. The decor in the restaurant was perfection and we had fantastic service. To boot, the beignets were the best I have ever had in my life and I have been to New Orleans twice. My hubby and I definitely took our time enjoying our breakfast and coffee at this location. Everyone from entering the hotel, trying to find the location to the staff was super friendly would definitely recommend. We will for sure be back if we ever find ourselves in Indianapolis again.

Serliana hasn't been on my list of places to visit for very long, but it turned out to be the…read moreperfect pick for our recent overnight stay in Downtown Indianapolis. It is conveniently located on the 2nd floor of The InterContinental hotel. The host stand for the restaurant is located directly across from what appeared to be the guest check-in desk. It was a little confusing. Several of the items on the menu were very appealing, the B&B Omelet, Croque Monsieur, and Ribeye French Dip to name a few, but I opted for the Little Gem Caesar with Blackened Salmon. My husband ordered The Traveler with eggs over-medium. Everything was perfectly prepared. The proportions for the salad were just right and the salmon was juicy, flavorful and crisp from the blackening. My husband wasn't expecting the somewhat unique preparation of the breakfast potatoes, but I found them to be satisfyingly crunchy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. I also ordered the seasonal Strawberry Margarita with a sugar rim. It was light and refreshing. The atmosphere is very chic, stylish and feels very upscale. The dining room, and even the restrooms, boast this amazing natural light from all of the great, big windows! Our server, Roop, was kind and attentive and the hostess was warm and inviting. We will definitely return to try some of the other offerings in the future. Very cute brunch spot!

If you're hunting for fresh sushi in downtown Indianapolis, Mt Fuji Japanese Cuisine delivers. We…read morecan't recommend the sushi enough, even the original/specialty rolls were excellent. The fish was so fresh, and you could genuinely taste the nori, which makes a huge difference. We branched out and tried the Kumamoto oysters too. Worth it. They're tinier than your typical oyster and came with a range of flavors from the seasonings and sauces. Honestly, we wish they'd been served more simply because we wanted to compare them to the ones we've had in Japan, and all the sauce made that tough. Still a fun order though. Skip the Seafood Pot, in our opinion. It tasted like Bird's Nest to us and just wasn't anything special compared to everything else. Bottom line: come for the sushi. It's the standout, and it's what'll bring us back. With ramen, hibachi, bubble tea, and a full bar also on the menu, there's plenty to explore on a return visit.

Was not overly impressed. The waitress was extremely rude and rushed. She failed to take drink…read moreorders for 1/2 our table because she assumed they were underage. Once pointed out that they were in fact of age to order alcohol, she was pissed she had to make more drinks. Rolled her eyes and said "then what do you want." Then never asked our underage daughter if she wanted anything to drink at all. I had to interject mid "run by" the table. Then rushed us through ordering. The food was mediocre at best. Will not be back. There are way too many options in Indy to give this place another shot. Oh and drinks. Not that good.

Tonys was phenomenal! They provided great service for our large party! The highlights for was the…read moregiant wedge salad and cheesecake dessert. For entree I tried the Filet Mignon with mash potatoes and asparagus, the steak was personally not my favorite BUT still a very great choice! Overall beautiful restaurant, great for gathering or for a date night! Would love to go back and try other items on the menu. Cheers!

We made a reservation online in advance for Tony's and arrived 5 minutes prior to our reservation…read more Valet was $25 and they parked our car right out front and were prompt. They proceeded to open the front door to Tony's for us and hostess immediately greeted + seated us. After less than 30 seconds, staff came and filled our water glasses and removed the 2 extra place settings. Our server also greeted us within a minute or two of us sitting down. We started with a few drinks and the crab cake. My fiancé said it was delicious! I enjoyed the Caesar salad as my starter and it was pretty good. Our entrees were both so tasty! I got the barrel cut filet cooked medium and my fiancé got the Bison that was on special. My filet was a little more medium rare than medium, but barrel cut is a thick cut and hard to cook properly. Overall, our food was incredible and the service was top notch. Would highly recommend visiting Tony's if you're looking for an upscale steak dinner!

This is a nice, well run Panera. But I can't believe how expensive Panera is nowadays. The soup in…read morethe picture costs $9. Cmon! This one is located below the mall and has a nice ambiance and tucked away location.

A lot of items were sold out. I ordered in touch screen which was easy and fast service…read more The sandwich lacked flavor, not sure if it was missing a sauce but was pretty dry. Avocado portion was small.