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    4.3 (508 reviews)
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    Epic taco
    Stacie B.

    A fun spot a bit out of the hub so it was quieter and with plenty of seating. We were greeted warmly and got a booth quickly. We were there in time for the happy hour which offers drinks and food! We had some delicious queso and chips which were plentiful and crispy. We also ordered the crispy cauliflower bites which were amazing! I would eat those all day long as they weren't heavy and the sauce was light and tangy. Perfect! My epic taco was fun and delicious but way too much for me. The flight size was better as it was more typical street taco. Next time I would either do the flight and share or not get appetizers...just too much food and so good you didn't want to miss a bite! Overall a delicious menu and yummy food. We would go back and fun to try their taco Tuesday or other specials.

    The Bang Bang The Gangsta
    Alissa J.

    While in the area decided to visit here for the first time. We were warmly greeted and seated right away. Our server, Addison, was incredibly friendly and quick to explain the menu. The decor was unique and fun to examine. I ordered a strawberry lemonade, chips and queso for the table. For my entree, 3 mix and match tacos. I really enjoyed the gangsta taco.

    Top to bottom - gangsta, bomb, crown jewel
    Samuel A.

    Been here twice now and definitely would return. The tacos are very innovative and are LOADED. The nacho tray is a must order. Honestly one of those places you can probably order anything and it be solid. I love 'The Bomb' taco - must order. Very nice bourbon & tequila list as well and the drinks here are great!

    Wade H.

    I sat at the bar and had a quick and delicious experience. Awesome and unique tacos! A few people told me not to go there because their "service", but I had no issue at all. The food is choice. This would be my second Agave and Rye (first was Columbus, OH). Service was quite fast, and the bartender was awesome. Definitely get some great food here and would recommend it.

    Strawberry cheesecake dip with churro chips
    Kandice T.

    My family is never going to let me choose the restaurant (or the movie, but that's an entirely different story) again! Devour Summerfest 2025 is in full swing and I, my daughter, my cousin and my aunt always get together to celebrate our love of food. We often times end up at the same restaurant, but we've been trying to venture out, and this go-round I chose Agave and Rye. 3 out of 4 of us love Mexican food and cocktails, so why not?! Upon our arrival, 2 of our 3 vehicles lucked up by getting primo parking spaces right in front of the entrance, but I could see parking being a potential problem. Our 3rd parked somewhere near The Y. My cousin was waiting for us and had been sat in the God-awful booth that had a television inside of it, taking up the entire wall. You could literally hit your head on it during your meal. I immediately, went to the host stand to request alternative seating. I was met with some resistance, and informed that half of the entire dining room had been reserved for a private event (hosted by Eli Lilly). Eventually, we were moved to the bar. The decor is top-tier. It is very elegant meets street. Throughout the night, I noticed that the bartender (who was also our server) was "doing his big one" mixing and making all of those drinks! He was the only one behind the bar, and at times drinks were lined up and waiting for servers to come and retrieve them. He had good energy and checked on us often. My cousin ordered their Ghost Pepper Salsa and we were given fair warning regarding the level of heat. It was not an exaggeration...that mess was HOT! I only had a chip or two. The Devour Menu didn't have pricing on it, so I inquired and was told that it was $27 for the three courses. It was also Margarita Monday and their house margs were 1/2 off. I was told by the guests that got the frozen margs that they were really strong. I got mine on the rocks and it was quite the opposite. I tasted zero alcohol. Now for the food. Three of us got the Buffalo Chicken Dip for our first course. 5/10 - not at all what we were expecting. It was queso with a few pieces of the honey-chipotle grilled chicken floating in it. Nothing "buffalo" about it. Also, the house-made tortilla chips were much too thick in my opinion. Two of us had the Taco Flight for the entree. 0/10 - One person sent theirs back and opted for the burger instead. One person just let their tray wither and die on the table. The feedback was that the toppings were too cold, or the food had just gotten cold in the window waiting to be picked up. Also, the meat was tough. My cousin wrestled with a piece of steak and lost! I ordered the Cheese-Filled Enchiladas topped with Birria. 2/10 - The cheese filling was cold and hard and the birria was dry. It had good flavor, but it lacked moisture. I took it home, hoping that once reheated, I might be able to add some sauce to the birria...but alas, it sat in the fridge until I tossed it last night. Today is our trash pick-up. The highlight of the meal for me was the Strawberry Cheesecake Dip with Churro Chips. It was a nice, sweet treat, but they use the same thick tortilla chips, so I only had a few. I was later informed that my other cousin didn't come because he said "that place is booty!" I wished I'd been informed sooner! LOL I could see maybe returning for drinks (the frozen ones) and the vibes.

    Expect margaritas
    Jessica S.

    ***not sure what's going on Yelp*** I have typed out a review 3 times but it's gone. Great service every time, always friendly and quick no matter the crowd. Awesome drink deals all week and a happy hour. Free arcade games too. Beautiful doesn't describe it, it's stunning place, your eyes never rest.

    Place absolutely rocks. Great outdoor seating with great service. There massive chips are phenomenal. Mac and cheese donuts are to die for. Waitress was really good . Recommend this place for sure

    Strawberry Marg
    Mary H.

    Amazing date night or girls night spot! The tacos here are out of this world. They have street tacos too if you don't like the OTT ones. And the margs are so fun and tasty!

    Quesabirria taco
    Jessica B.

    Agave & Rye was the perfect girls' night spot--fun, lively, and cute enough for pics while still feeling relaxed. The Happy Pappy was bold and flavorful with great balance from the pickled onions/cilantro, and the Quesabirria was a standout: crispy, cheesy, and even better dipped in the consommé. The Bourbon Peach Punch was the MVP--smooth, peachy, and strong without being too sweet. Overall: great vibe, two taco wins, and a drink worth coming back for.

    Taco Flight (3)
    Allison P.

    We were so excited to see this spot-we've eaten at an Agave and Rye in Chatty and it was fantastic! We were immediately greeted by super friendly hosts and shown to our seats. However our server did not continue that same attitude. We definitely felt like she had other places to be. We ordered an app and our food, which all came out quickly. Hubby ordered a beer which finally arrived as we were finishing up our meal. The food was good-but not as incredible as we had experienced before. Hosts were super friendly on our way out. The decor is amazing!

    Jessica R.

    Enjoyed a nice dinner here with a small group. We tried a few different things, including the mac and cheese donuts, guac and chips, and multiple tacos. They have lots of unique items on their menu and everything was well made and quite tasty. Our server was friendly and helpful and everything we ordered arrived quickly.

    Daviana C.

    Two must gets: Brussel Sprouts & Bang Bang Tacos I know, this place does boast veggie life, but trust me, their veggies are delicious! The Brussel sprouts appetizer has almonds and the Brussels cone roasted and swimming in sauce. It's so good! The tacos are very unique and come loaded with toppings. I've tried quite a few of their signature tacos and my favorite by far is the Bang Bang which is a cauliflower and corn fritter taco. It works! I wouldn't recommend this spot for hard core authentic taco seekers, but if you are interested in trying tacos with a twist, give this spot a try. Best thing is they have a happy hour so some tacos are on special most nights. Check their website for the weekly specials. I also enjoy the drinks here. They range from cute to plain, but they are all tasty!

    Fatima G.

    We visited Agave & Rye for a team lunch on a weekday. Not too many customer so we got a 12 seater table in no time. I knocked off 2 stars cause the nachos were stale, possibly fried a day earlier. I then ordered shrimp Rangoon bites and a taco flight both which had so less salt and spices. It didn't just taste good, just something missing. I am someone who really takes my reviews seriously but for a weekday and no customers, plus with all the hype the food had to be better

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    Ask the Community - Agave & Rye - Indianapolis

    Is the outdoor patio dog friendly?

    Not sure sorry

    Is cheap parking close by?

    There is some free street parking close and meter parking is cheap.

    How long is a typical wait for a table on a weekend night?

    Depends on how many people are in your party and what time you stop in. Our party of 2 arrived around 6PM on a Saturday evening and we waited ~45 minutes.

    Is parking available?

    Street parking as well as paid parking is available, just like most restaurants downtown.

    Is this family friendly?

    Yes but it does not have a kids menu.

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