Since they left the location at 56th & Keystone in the Meijer, getting a pretzel is harder to come…read moreby because my choices are: Southport Meijer, Pacer game, or State Fair. Since the last 2 options are seasonal, driving to Southport is a bit of a stretch for a pretzel considering the increase in gas prices and lack of EV charging stations to charge up while I am in Meijer. Side note on the EV charging stations - they are available at Meijer in Columbus, Ohio and I wish they would hurry up and come to Indiana. The employees are nice whenever I visit and usually have hot pretzels when I go which is what I like with extra butter. So I was excited to see the pretzel-making kit that will allow me to make Ben's Soft Pretzels at home. I also grabbed a pretzel for the long drive north to head home since the normal route is now plagued with detours, road closures, or traffic due to the first two situations. I can't wait to make pretzels at home soon. They do take mobile payments (Google Pay, Samsung Pay, Apple Pay) which is a major plus.

I had the cinnamon sugar pretzel bites which were great but a little salty due to a few pieces of…read morelarge salt. Other the pretzel bites were very soft and tasty

A must go, for a solid German lunch and bakery trip!…read more Everything was perfect from the charming shop to the amazing service and ohhh the German chocolate cake.

The food was not very good, the pastries tasted stale, like they are not made there. One of the…read moreassociates was nice, the rest acted like they didn't want us to be there. I don't know how many African Americans come thru here but it's not worth the poor service and food especially the price. There are a few small tables if you wanted to eat there. The place is full of little statues and items that I guess represent Germany. Full on gnomes, if you like that sort of thing, which I do not. It's very crowded inside as well. I heard this place was good but I wasn't a fan. It's been there a long time so if you like like German themed decor and food give it a try. Maybe I just had a bad day.

Absolutely appalling experience. We stopped here while passing through and walked inside to place…read morean order. Three employees looked directly at us and not a single one acknowledged us, greeted us, or offered to help. One employee even walked past us twice without saying a word. We stood there for at least five minutes feeling completely ignored like we were invisible. I have never experienced service this rude and unprofessional. It takes two seconds to say "we'll be right with you." Instead, we were met with blank stares and zero customer service. We finally walked out in utter disgust. If this is how customers are treated, I genuinely don't understand how this business stays open.

Swig is such a fun stop for creative drinks. I ordered a Poppin' Pineapple (blended) with Sprite…read moreZero, lavender, pineapple, watermelon, strawberry pearls, a splash of Diet Mountain Dew, lemonade, and sparkling water. It sounds like a lot going on, but somehow it all worked together perfectly. The flavors were bright and refreshing, and the strawberry pearls were a fun surprise in every sip. I also appreciate that you can customize drinks so much and still keep it lighter with options like Sprite Zero. Everything was blended smoothly and tasted super fresh. If you like playful, customizable drinks that feel like a treat without being overly heavy, Swig is definitely worth trying.

To whom it may concern, I am writing to share some…read moreexceptionally well-deserved praise for Shea, who served us during our recent visit. From the second we sat down, it was clear that the restaurant was running at full capacity and extremely busy. Despite the clear rush and high volume of customers, Shea handled every single table with remarkable composure, grace, and effortless efficiency. What stood out most was her genuine kindness and warmth. Often, when a dining room is that packed, you expect service to feel rushed or transactional--and understandably so. However, Shea made us feel completely welcomed and prioritized. She took the time to check in on us, made sure our water glasses were never empty, and brought a wonderful, positive energy to the table that completely elevated our dining experience. Her attentiveness under pressure is a rare quality, and it did not go unnoticed. The food throughout our meal was delightful, and the brownie at the end was absolutely fantastic--rich, warm, and the perfect finish to the evening. But as good as the dessert was, the highlight of our entire visit was undeniably the top-tier service provided by Shea. She turned what could have been a standard meal out during a busy shift into an incredible, memorable experience. It is clear that Shea takes tremendous pride in her work and truly cares about hospitality. Employees with her level of dedication, poise, and genuine warmth are hard to come by, and she is a tremendous asset to your team. Please make sure she gets the recognition she deserves for going above and beyond!

I've been a regular at The Tap for a while, and it never disappoints -- good beer selection, TVs…read moreeverywhere for the game, and a solid menu of sports-bar classics done right. Shoutout to our server Aneli who was attentive all night, quick with refills, and knew the menu well. Great service without being over the top. Good spot to catch a game with friends -- casual, loud in the right way, food's actually good. Ask for Aneli if she's working.

I have been at this venue a few times. My last two were for events! I got to see the other side of…read morewhat Guggman Haus offers. We got there early and were able to have some drinks and food, including the nachos. Man, I was not expecting BBQ sauce and like a mustardy sauce and cheese and it was flavor exploding, loved it. With the event we had catered pork/chicken as well as sides. Everything was great, the peppercorn dressing for the salad was so amazing, I would definitely think of a salad here in the future. The venue inside the space, with the car, is quaint with seating and you get to see everything happening outside the space as well. This last time, we were in the original Guggman Haus brewing building that houses the coffee. This is adorable! We had service the entire time, including a bartender and the beer. They made everything super easy and I would consider this space for a baby shower, bridal shower, etc. We had 25 people and it fit wonderfully. There is also outside space for overflow, so it makes it very reasonable. Now onto the beer! I had the IPA Riverside, very hazy with a great flavor. Then I went off the rocker and ordered some prickly pear drink, I was not expecting how good that was! Refreshing and light, easy to drink (probably too easy) and the flavor was perfect! Try it if you are there, it is a newer option. PROS: Parking easy, street and lot Many open spaces and areas to rent Games are included, so eat, drink and enjoy company They have trivia nights, woohoo CONS: Sometimes the food is not always a hit, nothing to state specifically today, but I recall in the past saying to myself, don't order that again. So, try everything and find what you like. The place is great and the beer/food options are good, so you will find something you like.

What a great brewery with huge taproom along with coffeehouse next door. The coffeehouse was closed…read morefor private event. But I was focus to go to brewery and it was little hesitant because I wasn't sure where the entrance was. But I was able to find it. The taproom was biggest. I went up to the bar counter. They have good choices. The bartender was so nice. She explained to me well after I told her that it was my first time here. I had flight of beers and they were all so good! I enjoyed it a lot. Schwarbier was my favorite! They do have food but you have to go to different windows. It was easy to do. I had Dip Trio which was really good. I want to stick with something healthy. But it was good. I love the Spinach dip. This is great experience. If I am back in town, I would go this again and also will definitely recommend to my friends and family to go here.

Visited here for noontime lunch Thursday and had a choice between dining room or bar room dining…read moreand chose the latter. First time visitor here and had done some recon before a trip to Indy and landed on this interesting venue. Paid street parking was $2.00 hourly during my visit and payment is coin or credit and couldn't get the app to cooperate. Beautiful historical architecture with the overall building name of Atheneum. Entrance to Rathskeller is a very primitive appearing worn and weathered door with similar signage nearby. Upon entering the street level lobby, an elevator was straight ahead or a set of fairly steep stairs to the right to gain access. Going down the stairs, there are displays devoted to steins, various certificates, awards, and nostalgic photos. Reception desk to left. Staff offered dining room seating further to the left or straight ahead to the bar dining room. I also noticed a very large hall dining area to the right. The bar dining area had voluminously tall ceilings, oversized light fixtures, and an atrium atmosphere with enormous windows well above our heads. There were also taxidermied moose heads that seemed minimal in the large space. All waitstaff were welcoming and helpful. My server, Noemi, was fantastic and with answering questions about the menu and also provided a much appreciated warning regarding the spicy mustard! A complimentary warm pretzel was served along with cheese sauce and the aforementioned mustard. One dip made my sinuses scream, but was addictive in careful doses going forward. It also made my Spaten Lager even more refreshing. My jaegerschnitzel entree was served with German potato salad and sauerkraut. The meal was delicious and served piping hot, seasoned well, and easy to cut into. The mushroom sauce was earthy and substantial. Enjoyed visiting and plan to return and share with others. Would like to also plan to attend one of the property tours. Highly recommended.

It was only recently that I learned Rathskeller was open for lunch as well...and looking at their…read morelunch menu, they not only have german but also a variety of American menu items too + prices are reasonable! After debating for a while, I ordered the Ahi tuna sandwich. The food did not take long, but while we were waiting, I enjoyed looking at the decor in our dining room. it is a beautiful space. Ahi tuna steak was thick, and it was tasty. Their sauerkraut is home made, and highly recommended! You must try it when you are here. Service was slow, I think the server was a bit overwhelmed with a group. This is a great spot for lunch, not when you are in a rush but when you have time to enjoy the space and food slowly.

I am not a food truck person--but I will ALWAYS make a stop for Der Pretzel Wagen! How can you beat…read morea soft pretzel with cheese? You just can't. Best part--it's only $5 for a giant delicious pretzel. I have never tried the sandwich (not vegetarian friendly), but who needs a sandwich when you can have the pretzel! Also, as someone who is in the process of learning German, I was also impressed that there was a German speaker in Der Pretzel Wagen. Sehr gut! Makes ordering a pretzel even more fun when you can ask in Deutsch.

Der Pretzel Wagen is one of the first food trucks in Indy - they've been around for four years so…read moreI'm ashamed to say it has taken me this long to finally make a pretzel purchase. I'm trying to cut back on my meat intake and decided to go with the inverted pretzel (pretzel bun grilled cheese). It's as if this sandwich were made to be consumed with beer. It was the perfect pairing for my evening at Indiana On Tap's Tasting Society. Cherry on top? It was super affordable. Next time, I'm going big with the Chuebakka. Given the ingredients on hand for the Wagen, I'm hoping another veggie-friendly sandwich is in their future (kraut-based sammie? hmm...how I love me some kraut). In their defense, Germans are known for the meats.

Took advantage of National Pretzel Day (April 26) here, and I have to say that they made the whole…read moreprocess super easy. The reward was right in the app, and all they had to do was see the flyer which was quick and hassle-free. The freebie was for an original pretzel with the option of plain, lightly salted, or regular. Simple, but still a great deal! Their pretzel is very fluffy and buttery. It came out nice and warm. I also grabbed a lemonade, which was refreshing and paired well with the pretzel. They have a wide variety of pretzel options which is always a plus if you're not just sticking to the basics. Even with the promo bringing in a crowd, they moved the line really fast and the customer service was solid. The setup is your typical mall stand, very grab-and-go, nothing fancy, but efficient. This was a smooth experience with a great freebie!

I went here at 10:15 AM on a Friday as the hours posted say they should be open by 10 AM. There was…read morea worker there that said they don't open until 11 AM so it was a waste of a trip for nothing. I don't patronize businesses that mess with my time.

We held a small after-work get-together on a Friday evening around 6:00. The restaurant was…read moremoderately busy, and outdoor seating had a waitlist, but our party was seated inside quickly with very little wait. Our beverages were served right away, followed by appetizers of pretzels with beer cheese, cheese bread, and tots for the kids. For dinner, our group ordered the shrimp salad, fish and chips, quesadillas, tenderloin, and, of course, mac and cheese for the kids. Everything was tasty and arrived quickly. The staff was friendly, attentive, and always ready to help. Overall, we had a great experience and would gladly return!

We had a lovely time at Blind Owl tonight. The service was great... our server was prompt,…read morepleasant, accurate and friendly. The beer was a nice smooth stout that was delicious. The wings were very good... & I'm not a huge fan of buffalo wings. The chipotle dry rub was fantastic paired with the ranch sauce. The tenderloin sandwich may have been one of the best I've ever had. It was perfectly breaded, & so thick. It was also twice the size of my bun ... which is exactly how it's supposed to be. Fries were pretty good & plentiful. My SO ordered the crab cakes sandwiches and it looked good ... it disappeared quickly. I forgot to take pictures of the food before it was eaten. I wish this place was on the way home from work but I'll continue to make the effort to go there again soon because it was so good.

I thoroughly enjoyed everything about my experience at this restaurant! Kristen was an amazing…read moreserver--kind, knowledgeable, funny, responsive, and very friendly. I went in on a Saturday afternoon for lunch and a beer. The weather was nice enough that I sat outside. There's a really great patio with plenty of tables for outdoor seating, as well as some covered patio tables. I chose to sit in the full sun and enjoy the mild fall weather. There also appeared to be a lot of different seating options inside the restaurant. After I was seated and quickly given a glass of ice water, Kristen came over. After a brief conversation about the different beers, I ordered a draft Ragged Company Hazy IPA from Big Lug Brewing. It was the perfect hoppy, citrusy mouth bomb I wanted on a beautiful, sunny, crisp fall day! I ended up taking a four-pack home as well. I loved it! Since I had never been to this restaurant before, and I always ask my server for recommendations, I asked Kristen to share some of her favorites from the menu. She was eager to help and very knowledgeable about the entire menu. I chose the brisket grilled cheese with a side of hot honey Brussels sprouts. Both were spot-on and delicious. The brisket was smoky, flavorful, and tender. The Texas toast on the sandwich was perfectly crunchy and golden. I even had some crispy pieces of toasted provolone around the edges of my sandwich, and they were heaven! The sandwich came with two dill pickle slices on the side. I asked for extra pickles to cut through the richness of the sandwich, and they were promptly brought to me. My table was already equipped with the restaurant's three barbecue sauces in a caddy, and I enjoyed sampling them as well. I don't usually like Carolina-style barbecue sauce, but the tanginess of the mustard-based sauce went really well with my sandwich. I also enjoyed the Cola BBQ sauce. The Texas-style sauce almost seemed as though it had been sitting in the sun too long. I think one possible improvement would be to place shaded caddies on the tables when people sit down instead of leaving them in full sun. I wonder whether the heat could alter the flavor of the barbecue sauces over time. When I finished eating, I ordered a side of chili to go after asking Kristen whether it contained beans--which it does. I'm a beans-in-my-chili girl! I ate the chili later that night and it was delicious so I would highly recommend it. I asked Kristen whether the toppings--shredded cheddar, diced white onion, sour cream, and fresh jalapeño slices--could be packed separately so I could heat the chili and add the toppings at home. I also asked for portion cups of each of the barbecue sauces to go. I could only finish half of my sandwich and wanted to enjoy it again at home with the variety of sauces. Kristen made sure everything was packed exactly as I requested, including the chili toppings and all three barbecue sauces. I also took home a 'Nilla Banana Pudding Cup. I'd asked Kristen to recommend either that or the Strawberry Cornbread Cup. She recommended the 'Nilla, and I went with her suggestion since she definitely hadn't steered me wrong on anything else! I did like the banana pudding cup, but I think it could be improved with homemade custard/pudding and homemade whipped cream. It was still tasty when I had it at home after refrigerating it for a couple of hours, but I would definitely say it's best eaten at the restaurant rather than ordered as takeout. The whipped cream quickly deflated since it isn't homemade. The flavors were still good, though! There wasn't a hint of artificial banana flavor in the dessert--which is something that bothers me a lot--so my mouth was happy. The texture of the layers was also good. This dessert could be elevated from good to great--and become something that "reminds me of Grandma's"--with homemade custard and whipped cream. Just sayin'. Half Liter Beer & BBQ Hall is a GREAT find, and I'm already excited to go again! I know it will be a favorite for years to come. I'm really looking forward to coming back both by myself and with friends!

We went for Devour Indy. Seating outside was open and clean. The food was decent and a bit creative…read morebut certainly not over-the-top. I have only one complaint but it is significant. The kitchen moved WAY faster than we were eating. Three or four minutes after we got our starters, we got our main course. Another two or three minutes later and the desserts are on our table. Who eats that fast? We weren't halfway through our starters but a bee was hard at work mauling our cheesecake.