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BRU Burger Bar - Carmel

4.1 (588 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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LaRaun C.

Stopped into Bru Burger for a team dinner before a fundraising event. After a long day of travel, I ordered the Cobb salad thinking it would be light. It was huge and absolutely delicious. The crispy chicken was fresh, the avocado was generous, and the salad was perfectly dressed. We also shared an order of fresh-cut fries that were excellent. The atmosphere was lively and a little loud, but the staff were amazing. Great spot for families, a casual night out, or a low-key date. Would definitely return.

Pimento jalapeño burger
Kyle E.

This was a great burger place, and we would highly recommend in the future! We arrived for a late lunch with a party of 5, and even though the restaurant was full we were seated promptly. Service was great and we started with the soft pretzel - three came in another and it was served with beer cheese and spicy mustard. They were the long pretzels and our teens loved them. They mostly have burgers but you can sub chicken or impossible burgers for any option or create your own. They also had a few chicken sandwich options. We ordered the pimento jalapeño burger (bacon, fried onion, pickled jalapeño and BBQ) with fresh cut fries and chicken sandwich with fries. The fries are fresh cut and were fresh and delicious - would probably go back just for the fries! The Chicken tenders was the real show stealer - it came with 6+ tenders and was a huge meal. We will definitely be back!

Matt G.

Really cool spot. Upscale burger spot with lots of beer. Great place for business meets, hanging with friends or even a date night. Intimate setting. Food was good. I would go back if I lived in Carmel. Service was also very good. Definitely recommend going.

Tabitha C.

I was craving a good burger, and BRU Burger definitely delivered! We sat at the bar and were impressed by the service. Our bartender struck the right balance - attentive and responsive without being intrusive. The fast, friendly service really set the tone for a great dining experience. We started with a couple of The Dude Abides Pilsners from Bad Dad Brewing. Then we ordered the Southern Burger with onion rings, though we ended up with fries instead (not a disappointment - they were tasty!). The house-made ketchup unique and scrumptious (this is coming from someone who's not a ketchup person). Then there was the burger...Cooked to a perfect medium, it was bursting with flavor and deliciously messy with all the toppings. Every bite was worth the napkins. I'm already planning my next visit and would definitely recommend this BRU Burger to anyone looking for a fantastic burger.

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Katherine A.

I can't get enough of Bru Burger's happy hour! They have great pricing on beverages and appetizers from 3:00 - 5:30 pm. This was my first visit to the Carmel location, which is pretty close to home. The upscale restaurant is large inside with three dining rooms, a bar and a beautiful outdoor patio. We sat at the bar. There were a number of people working on lap tops, playing euchre and enjoying some cold brew. Rock music played in the background and a few tv monitors were playing sporting events. We sat at the bar. Eli, the bartender and our server, was friendly, efficient and checked on us frequently. I love the Spicy Pomegranate Margarita, which is one of their specialty cocktails. Eli made the drink from scratch. My husband a Zombie Dust. We shared a mountain of BBQ Pork Nachos. The chips were thin and fresh without too much salt. The pork was tender and delicious. There were a ton of toppings, including guacamole. The hamburgers looked fabulous, but I was full from the nachos. Bru Burger is part of the Cunningham group so I used my VIP cards to rack up some points. There was plenty of parking during our visit, but could get tight if there are busy. Worth a visit.

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Ross S.

BruBurger and the Cunningham group are amazing. The food, service and ambiance e are always top notch. I really appreciate what they do for service members both past and present. I got the three cheese and onion rings and they are just amazing as usual. Our server was mop notch and. Very personable.

Mexicali bbq burger with onion rings
Nick C.

Went for dinner with some coworkers and this place was hopping. The building is nicely decorated and modern. The server was friendly and attentive. Wish the draft beer list was a bit better and not just your mainstream options. The menu definitely has some creative burger choices but settled with the Mexicali burger with onion rings. The onion rings were pretty large and the best part. The burger patty look pretty flat like it was your average frozen burger and nothing amazing just average. It was cooked to the medium temperature so I appreciated that part.The white queso was messy and kinda bland and didn't notice much of the pickled jalapenos since I got zero spice. Just seems like for a burger joint this place should do a bit better. Nothing blew me away but wasn't horrible.

Quaff On Busted Knuckle (Robust Porter) - Great Beer!
Chris B.

In town for work, and Bru Burger Bar is walking distance from the hotel and comes highly recommended I sat at the bar since I was dining alone. There is a "U" shaped bar with around 18-20 seats, and a large seating area. There is also a nice patio seating area. They have about 18 beers on tap, mostly devoted to local/regional craft with a few Macro brands represented as well. The food menu is full of different kinds of burgers, most of which look very good. The bartender was friendly and relatively attentive. I ordered a 3 Floyds Zombie Dust, and a Quaff On Busted Knuckle, and the Black & Blue Bison Burger w/Onion Rings, which was very good. Overall the place is definitely on my radar for a return visit next time I'm in Indy!

Area behind the place by the stairs
Leo M.

Fries are amazing! Onion Rings are HUGE! The atmosphere is ok. The service lovely. Even the beer is great.

Bar
Peter P.

This is one of many Bru Burgers in Central Indiana. They are all upscale and this one is no different. It is located in a strip mall on Old Meridian St. It looks like there is not a lot of parking, but if you go in back there is ample parking and there's a rear entrance (so you don't have to walk all the way around to the front. Food is great. They have a dizzying number of craft burgers from which to choose. The kitchen cooks the patties to the correct temperature (your choice). No complaints at all.

Part of our group
Lori W.

10-stars for our group of 26. Family reunion first night here. Room reserved in advance. All set up and consider yourself fortunate if Hailey is your server. She is a PRO. accommodated separate checks / some had multiple family members on a check. Delicious food / fantastic menu / excellent experience. We had a Memorable time and do hope management and owners recognize Hailey.

Provençal* with Chili Cheese Fries
Rolando N.

5 star burger experience. Everything about the burgers are outstanding. Freshly baked buns that are toasted. Fresh meat patties cooked to order. Yay for medium! Fresh veggies with many different sauce options. It's hard to wrong with any of the expansive choices on the menu. The Beginning is your classic cheeseburger and super tasty. The Provencial with goat cheese and mushrooms is out of this world. The sides are equally tasty. Yes it's pricier than your fast food joints but the quality ingredients and drink options are worth it. Service is super friendly and prompt.

Michael M.

Looking for good food and quick and attentive service this is the place. A stellar dining staple in Indianapolis. Never disappoints.

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Hi Susan! We do not offer delivery at this time.

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Yes Bru Burger has Gluten free options at all of their locations.

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