Fantastic wine selection, organic and not full of tannins. The people working there are also great…read moreat recommending wine within your tastes. The food is fantastic! The patio amazing! And the atmosphere is laid back, quiet, and relaxing. They also sell bottles for carry out at a discount it is quickly becoming a favorite!

Perhaps timing a super busy Wednesday evening where staff seemed unable to keep up, one Reisling…read moreglass my sister got had ice chunks, another friend's French red seemed rotten somehow, the worst tasting expensive drink I've ever had. That includes Three Floyd's stouts which rival sewage. Charcuterie board was fine. Salad a typical strawberry affaire. Chocolate Torte and my Teays River lager the two redeeming qualities. It's a fun space with outdoor seating, a lot of energy and only the tiny wall bar space left for us. Maybe I'll try again but with many better places offering bigger menus, better value, and in tune service like Black Sparrow, Red Seven, and my all time city favorite Town and Gown, I suspect I'll let all the others enjoy the wine here since all I did was whine!

Picture it ... Carmel, 2026: It's February, and the high is an unseasonably warm 69 degrees. The…read moresun is shining, and you take a seat in a sunbeam on the covered outdoor patio of a local restaurant. You have a glass (OK, two glasses) of a nice Barbera d'Asti, and savor a couple of nibbly things. Everything is sparkly and right in the world on this beautiful Wednesday afternoon. All this and more can be yours when you visit Wine & Rind. At least, all that and more was mine when I visited. This is my ideal restaurant: wine focused, with a succinct menu of beautifully presented and thoughtfully created food. Plus, it's located right off the Monon Trail in Midtown Carmel, so it's a prime space for people-watching. This little restaurant is a great place to get a charcuterie platter, but I was feeling like bruschetta when I visited, so I ordered the Bruschetta Sampler, which is plenty for two people. It comes out like artwork on a wooden platter: five beautiful bruschetta toasts consisting of traditional tomato; fig and bleu cheese; capocollo and a herbed ricotta; blueberry and lemon ricotta with sugar sprinkled on top; and strawberry and cannoli cream with balsamic. The last one (strawberry and balsamic with cannoli cream) was surprising and might have been my favorite, because it tasted like cheesecake. I love being surprised! I also ordered the caprese salad, which was a wonderfully tasty platter of tomato, mozzarella, basil, pesto, olive oil, balsamic glaze and Maldon salt. It was so fresh and light. Another surprise: It was sprinkled with sprouts! I would have never thought to add that to a caprese, but it 100% worked. The service here is top-notch. The server was super nice and attentive, but also disappeared and only reappeared when necessary. Wine & Rind is a Carmel gem! I know I'll be back soon to try more of the menu, and drink more of the wine.

This was a great experience for my wife and I . food was great but the service was even better! We…read morewill be back. Thank you for being so nice

I wish I lived closer to 305 Wine Garage. I could see myself being a regular. I would be like the…read moretwo older ladies who came in while I was there for lunch: They strode in and each picked a white wine from the wall of wines to take home, then sat down and each ordered a chilled bottle of white to drink with their meal. I loved their vibe. Two bottles of wine with lunch! How luxurious. It's these little things that we do for ourselves, while the world crumbles around us, that matter the most. Anyway! A friend turned me on to this place. I love wine, and red wine specifically, so I made a point to visit. I'm so glad I did! 305 Wine Garage is a gem. Like I mentioned, they literally have a wall of wine in the restaurant. Each bottle is labeled with the price, and they have so many different varieties. I sat near the Italian wines because I love Italian wines the most. I treated myself to brunch, which they only offer on weekends. During the winter, they're only open 50% of the weekend (Saturdays), but talking to my server, it sounds like they will open on Sundays starting in late March and through the summer. I got the Smoked Salmon Everything, which is smoked salmon, cream cheese, red onion, capers, chopped hard-boiled egg, grape tomatoes and crostini. I didn't know what it would look like before I ordered it, but I knew I liked all of the components and only wanted a little something to nibble on. This sounded like it could look like anything: Will all of the ingredients be topped on the crostini? Will it be presented as a dip? But it came out like a piece of art. They really pay attention to details here. You can order wine by the glass, by the bottle or by the flight. I got a glass of Malbec, and it was delicious. One thing to note is: This joint is 21+ only! But the server said that he sometimes sees people come in with kids, and in those cases, he will seat them in a different room. Or, if the weather is nice, families are welcome to sit at the outdoor patio. This is definitely not a place that would appeal to kids, though. This is a place that you visit to get away from kids.

This is my first Yelp review. A new friend (who also happens to be Yelp Elite) encouraged me to…read morejoin the conversation and start writing reviews. So, this review is dedicated to her. Thank you for inspiring me to stop being a spectator and start contributing to the community. Now, on to the review! 305 Wine Garage (also known as AJ's Wine & Dine Garage) has to be one of the best kept secrets in Fortville. As this area continues to experience growth, 305 Wine Garage will remain a gem. The Garage offers an inviting atmosphere with a great selection of wines and a surprisingly delicious food menu. For me, a nice glass of dry red and the Caprese salad are always a great combination. The staff are knowledgeable and always helpful. And the last time I visited, she gave me a heavy pour to finish off the bottle. If you ever find yourself in downtown Fortville, look for the train mural and stop in at 305 Wine Garage. It is a great destination for a night out. Or, like me, use it as the perfect first stop to begin the evening.

A wine tree?! Why, yes please! I walked in to this delightful spot already feeling good, and left…read morefeeling even better. The vibe is shocking for Westfield. It felt like we'd been transported to Europe! The staff were so knowledgeable and very happy to help us. They change their wine tree flights monthly so that means I can go back. I ordered the red wine flight. I regret only that I couldn't afford to also get the white wine flight. And the old world flight. And the new world flight. 2026 goals has just been discovered...

The classes are great and highly recommended. They have a great selection of wines, which you can…read morebuy a flight, glass, or bottle. Parking can be a little hard depending on the time of day.

Antilogy is an excellent breakfast and brunch spot with a great mix of classic staples and modern…read moredishes. Their spirits menu is huge, and I can confirm the Old Fashioned was delicious. We started with the small biscuit board, which was really good--though a homemade jam would take it to the next level. I had the Vanilla French Toast and it was fantastic. My daughter ordered the bagel sandwich, which was also amazing. But the real star of the meal was the breakfast potatoes. I'm usually not a big fan because they're often over‑seasoned or mushy, but these were hands‑down the best I've ever had. Perfectly seasoned, crispy, and honestly unforgettable. They had an online waitlist that we were very glad we opted for prior to heading over. The staff was top notch. There was also outdoor dining available and plenty of gluten free and vegan options. Great food, great drinks, and a fun brunch vibe. We'll definitely be back.

Our first time here. Amazing food, drink and service…read more Truffle Waffle Fries are so yummy. Order the ribs!!! Amazing. Salads are wonderful too.

Came here for a late brunch today with some friends. It was not super busy at 12:30, and the host…read morewas kind enough to seat me while I waited on my friends to arrive. They have an interesting cocktail menu and were willing to modify one drink for a friend who avoids dairy. We decided to share a bunch of plates. The waitress was kind enough to bring us plates when the food came out to make it easier. Our favorite item as a group was the chicken n waffles. The honey butter and syrup just went so well with the items. The next favorite was the pancake tacos. They were basically a breakfast plate in taco form. It's a bit messy but they were tasty. The biscuits and gravy weren't bad, but weren't anything show stopping. We also really enjoyed the loaded tots. They weren't anything like I was expecting. They looked like hush puppies and were amazing. The atmosphere inside was nice as well.

I loved everything about my recent experience at Louvino! The space is gorgeous and has an elegant…read moreindustrial feel. I went with 5 friends and one has a milk allergy. Our server was so great at accommodating her needs. Overall, our server was awesome in general. She gave great recommendations and was attentive. Everyone seemed happy with their meal. I had a Bellini and the biscuits and gravy. It was delicious and the price seemed reasonable for the portion. I would definitely return.

All I can say is WOW! I should have listened to my little voice saying done complete the order. I…read morehad a few questions but could never speak to a person. I ordered a board for 8-10 people with the crackers added $116 later - I get a board on a cheap bamboo/paper plate maybe 10x10 at best. The cheese was dry and old. I never mind paying for quality and uniqueness, but the 8x12 fruit and cheese board for $30-$50 at the Kroger cheese shop is so much better than this - just add prosciutto and salami - This board looked and tasted like it was made in advance and set out for an extended period of time.

By now everyone has seen 317 Charcuterie boards at various events, and to the uninitiated it's…read morestill a great way to impress the guests. The presentation is simply mesmerizing, and the almost unlimited variety of nibbles keeps you coming back for more. Recently I came across their sweets/desserts board and vegan board, which unlocks even more possibilities for event catering. I also visited their Carmel City Center retail location. It provides a physical space for hosting events and meetings, should that need arises. The retail location serves beer and wine as well as dine-in options, and provides another outlet for the 317 Charcuterie experience.

I have already reviewed their incredible pizzas with flying colors…read more Yesterday I was extremely happy with my choice to try the Tuesday special which was wonderful!! The steak pappardella pasta is a real delight. Broad flat egg noodles in a rich creamy sauce with mushrooms and topped with sliced medium steak. Bonus.....Tuesday is half priced wine! Topped it off with espresso martinis was another bonus. You will love it. Sam the owner is a great guy.

I grabbed lunch with a friend and we both really enjoyed our meal! We started with the bruschetta,…read moreshared a salad and the Angelita pizza. For dessert we shared the mille-feuille. Overall, every thing was really delicious. Service was quick and friendly. I look forward to coming back and trying more items!

It's been amazing to see all of the growth in downtown Westfield since I first started visiting in…read more2021. Something Splendid is a most welcome addition. I wish I had discovered it sooner. Not only do they offer a great variety of wines, they also have a charming and spacious outdoor garden with live music and a fire pit & heaters to warm up by. It's beautifully decorated and quite pleasant to sit out on the enclosed patio even in the colder months. I really enjoyed the atmosphere--they are dog friendly and the patrons & staff are incredibly welcoming. The adorable gift shop is perfect for supporting small, local businesses. Looking forward to coming back during the summertime too!

This place was so cute! We visited it on Thursday evening, listened to the life music. The…read moreatmosphere was great! The service was fantastic! And I enjoyed bbq chicken flat bread! We are planning on coming back! I highly recommend it!

It has been over ten years since my original review of Fort Ben Pub, a locally owned pub and grill…read moretype establishment located in the Fort Ben area in the same strip center that includes Moo & Lou's Ice Cream and Phaya Thai. There's a wheelchair ramp in the middle of the building - I'll be honest, I don't quite trust it as I've noticed people in this parking area tend to block it without noticing it. There's also easy access from a ramp at the end of the building. Lawrence has done quite a bit to improve their curb cuts in this area, an area that has grown massively since my last review including 2-3 apartment buildings, a library branch, and an improved civic plaza. Fort Ben Pub itself is pretty accessible, though it becomes less so when it's packed (for example, my most recent visit was on a Friday karaoke night and accessibility was definitely more limited). There's two glass doors going inside the pub and, yes, they do offer a few tables on the sidewalk for outside dining. As you enter, you arrive in a large dining area with a beautiful bar to the right. The restaurant is decorated in warm woods with a few televisions of varying sizes and, on this evening, background music playing. On this visit, I was with a festival after-party that was placed off the main area in a smaller area that had two pool tables along with a variety of food/appetizers, etc. It's a cozy room that gave me a chance to check out the rest of the building. I did see the restrooms, which I would definitely not consider accessible - plan accordingly. I could possibly get in the door of the men's restroom, but it was quite tight and I have a smaller chair. This is a beloved place for a friend of mine who lives nearby and within walking distance. They treat her well. She was there during this visit, and I honestly just smiled at their clear affection for her (it's mutual). I love places that become community, and knowing this makes me want to return. That said, my accessibility concerns do somewhat limit my options. Fort Ben Pub does offer space for private events/groups and does catering. They have pool tables, Putt Putt live, Mega Touch, and Golden Tee and most of the sports network channels. While I'd tried both their tenderloin and burger in the past, I had a variety of items this time around due to the after-party, though not everything it seems was on the menu (or I'm just not recognizing it). As I noted previously and my friend also proves, the employees are super friendly and helpful. There are definitely times when it gets busy, though it's also pretty easy to come here during slower times. This particular visit was the first time I'd experienced accessibility issues. There's an awful lot to love here. I have to say that while I wasn't in the room with karaoke, the people were having a blast with such sincere enthusiasm that I was almost in awe. I've done karaoke one time in my life, and I don't think there's enough alcohol in the world to fuel another attempt. I also know from being close to the folks at Moo & Lou that these businesses watch out for each other - which I really like as it's a nice little safety factor. In the end, my star rating isn't changing but my appreciation for Fort Ben Pub has grown. This visit made me want to return in the near future, and it made me grateful for those places where you can get so comfortable that it feels like the people become part of your village. That's Fort Ben Pub.

Food quality was really low and atmosphere was dead. Really sad to See Something so Local will not…read morebe thriving.