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    Charleston's

    4.2 (422 reviews)
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    CHARLESTON'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    HONEY BUTTER CROISSANTS
    Michael S.

    Food and Drink: I had Charleston's today for an early dinner! It was my first time so I went all out and I am so glad I did! For an appetizer, we had the dynamite shrimp. They were flavorfully sauced and yet still crispy! A light level of spicy just enough to still enjoy the flavor. For drinks I had the Cranberry Spiced Mule and then an Amaretto Sour. I love a fruit-based cocktail and both of these drinks were perfectly made and still strong yet neither the flavor nor the liquor were overpowering the other, I would definitely get these again. For dinner, I was left FULL, HAPPY, and SLEEPY. The grand trifecta in my opinion. I had the ribs, loaded mashed potatoes, and the glazed carrots. Another thing I loved about this place is that they let you swap around your sides on most of the entrees. After getting a few recommendations from staff, this was the best combination hands down. The ribs were tender, seasoned well and not too much sauce. The potatoes were spectacular. And the carrots were a surprise hit for me. All in all, I praise Charleston's for their portions. The food and drinks were great and I had enough leftover to take home. I'm a happy first timer! Customer Service: Jess was our waitress and she was beyond awesome! Personable, patient, knowledgeable of the menu and customer favorites. She was very attentive to the table and to her other customers. There wasn't a moment where I didn't see her conversing with tables, checking on them, or bringing them whatever they needed. Maddie was also awesome to speak with. When getting recommendations, she was honest and detailed about her own favorites. Near the end of dinner, she also came over to speak to us about food in general. She was a joy and very cool and polite! Rachel is the manager and I sensed that she sets a pretty good tone with all of the staff. She also checked on us near the end of dinner and as we were first timers, we got dessert on the house! Specifically the cheesecake! Throughout dinner, I noticed her helping with getting food out which lets me know she's down to work with her staff and ensure all patrons have a wonderful meal and experience. Ambiance: This place was pretty busy! It was after church and my assumption is that it's popular in Sundays, but it is a VIBE. It was dim lit, casual but also intimate. It strongly reminded me of a place back in my hometown of Memphis called "Houston's". The atmosphere is a vibe for family dinners, group dinner parties, or even a nice date. From the hostess to the waitresses, the customer service is excellent and you will feel welcomed no matter the occasion. I highly recommend as part of any type of celebratory dinner or weekend plans.

    Aaron B.

    Super friendly staff! We were in celebrating my son getting into a great college program. The staff were more than happy to celebrate with us. The restaurant is crowded by design and a little dark without being elegant, so that knocks a star. But the food was excellent at the price point and, again, staff were great.

    WALTS CHAMPAGNE CHICKEN SALAD
    Andrea P.

    I love the warm inviting atmosphere here. Our server (along with the hostess) was absolutely the sweetest person and the food was delicious. This is a great place to spend an evening on a cold winter night.

    Chicken fried chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy and excellent glazed carrots.
    Doug H.

    Wow! Why have I not been aware of how great CHARLESTON'S is? After a recent morning event in Westfield, my sister invited my wife and I to join her and her husband for lunch at Charleston's. She highly recommended them and we learned why. First, the service from "everyone" was unbelievably top notch. Not just friendly, knowledgeable and efficient, but so very attentive. Our server, Raven was superb from all aspects throughout our meal. Water and iced tea glasses constantly filled, empty dished immediately removed and regularly checking how our experience was going. I stopped her to comment how things were moving like a well oiled machine. Raven explained it is the attention that is given to train servers to be "great". It is a team effort. Any server passing a table may pick up a piece a paper from a table, top off a glass or grab an empty dish. The higher level of service is so very evident. And of course the food must be good to match that service; and it was. My wife's cheeseburger was the best she said she has ever had. My chicken fried chicken with mashed potatoes and glazed carrots were just like a plate from Grandma. Amazing food, superior service and great company in a comfy environment makes for one great Sunday afternoon lunch. Thank you Charleston's Carmel.

    Terry A.

    Great restaurant with a relaxing vibe. Food is always consistent, great fried okra! Friendly and fast service with great food!

    Travis B.

    Exceptional service as always! Cozy ambiance with some jazzy vibes. Traditional appetizers continue to impress along with the wonderful salads and hot croissants. All items ordered were simply lovely, no complaints whatsoever. Becoming a regular favorite!

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    Yiesha B.

    My Mom and I went to Charlestons for my mom's birthday lunch. This was our first time there. Our waitress was really nice and very attentive. Quaint atmosphere and the prices were reasonable. My mom ordered the ribs and I had the salad. The ribs were really tender and good (that's what they're known for) but it definitely needed a little more seasoning. Still good. My chicken salad was delicious as well. My croissant was ok. I was expecting warms and buttery but it was a little cold and burnt. Overall the experience was good and I'm sure if we're in the area we would come back. We also had the dynamite shrimp but I forgot to take a picture. We enjoyed the salad bed underneath paired with the spicy shrimp. It reminded me of the Bang Bang shrimp at Bonefish Grill.

    Cheeseburger and French fries
    Iva H.

    We happened to be on the north side of Indy around lunchtime and our brother in law suggested Charleston's as a good option. We'd never been before and were anxious to give it a try. Their parking lot had plenty of available spots and there was no wait to get seated even on a Sunday at lunchtime. The restaurant is large and nicely decorated with lots of booths and a beautiful bar on the right when you first enter. The first noticeable thing was how friendly and welcoming the staff was. I'm glad to say that fine service followed through at the table. Our server Ravin was helpful and so friendly and attentive. Our drinks were always kept full and the table was bussed often. The menu looked pretty tasty and had lots of comfort foods available. My husband had the chicken fried chicken with mashed potatoes and glazed carrots. He said everything was delicious. I was hungry for a burger and fries. My cheeseburger was huge and I must say it's the best one I've had in years. It was cooked perfectly with a generous layer of melted cheese on top. The bun was shiny and grilled so tasty. Toppings were freshly cut and served on the side which made it easy to keep separated for leftovers carryout. The fries were skinny and crispy-perfect. This will be our new go-to when in the area.

    Blackened fish sandwich with fries and fried okra
    Brandi C.

    We had a FABULOUS experience. The staff were very kind and friendly and the food was absolutely amazing. We were also very happy with the portion sizes! The mood could either be dressy or casual with low lighting. We even went later in the evening / closer to closing and the food was still wonderful!! The staff were very knowledgeable, helpful, and attentive. We will definitely be going back!!!

    Fried Okra 10/10
    Lily C.

    We had a great dining experience at Charleston's! We were in the neighborhood & decided to stop in without a reservation. Everyone was so welcoming as soon as we walked through the doors. We were dressed a little on the casual side but we did not feel judged. Dining room & bar areas were inviting & clean. Overall, the food was really good! Large portions! Flavorful & well presented. Our glasses were never empty. Refills kept flowing... ....and CJ was awesome! So friendly & provided us with excellent customer service.

    Warm carrot cake.
    Mary H.

    Food was phenomenal. Best pork chop. I have had in years. The red Atlantic snapper black end was also amazing. Ended with a fresh bird cup of coffee and carrot cake.

    SMOKED SALMON CAESAR SALAD
    Kia A.

    Great service and delicious food. Plenty of parking space. I would come back here again for a date.

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    Charlestons is always a wonderful experience. Great service and fantastic food! The menu has a plethora of choices on the menu.

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    We have always loved Charleston's! The entire menu is great! If you haven't tried it, be sure to go this weekend!

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    1 year ago

    The food, service and ambiance is always on point. We go on a regular basis and always enjoy our time.

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    9 months ago

    A very well-run restaurant. Good, flavorful quality dishes with excellent service on a consistent basis

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    9 months ago

    Quality meals attentive service equitable price friendly atmosphere - never had a problem

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    Olivia T was my server. She was kind to us and for me the nicest waitress I have ever met. she anticipated everything we wanted.

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    10 months ago

    Food and service was great! Chicken Picatta is so good. Love the booths. Very quiet! Definitely recommend it!

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    Our go to restaurant for years for ribs, salads, prime rib and . Great service and friendly smiles.

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    Isaiah was an outstanding server! Met our every need so efficiently. He was professional and friendly. Food was amazing!

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    As always at Charleston's, great food, great service and an atmosphere where you can sit and talk and be heard.

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    Food is always great, prompt friendly servers....love the beams in the ceiling. Family gathering place something for everyone.

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    Our favorite restaurant, especially for steak. Never had a bad meal here. Will definitely dine here again.

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    Josh was a great waiter with quick responses to our questions. Our sandwich was delicious. Great food and price

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    Do they have a Mother's Day brunch?

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    The Kitchen

    The Kitchen

    4.4(13 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Sports on TV

    This was my first time at the Kitchen at Pickle on Penn. I ended up ordering a special for the…read moremonth from October. I had the grilled chicken broccoli salad. It was pretty delicious! I want to come back and try some of the other menu items. The ambiance is super nice and our server was very kind.

    I was invited to attend a birthday party. I asked about the place and location. I never heard of…read morethis restaurant and the name didn't impress me but I should have known from past experience to keep an open mind. Turns out one of the best surprises of the year. The restaurant is located on the second floor. The first floor has Pickleball courts. Upon walking in the restaurant it is quaint with as full view of the courts. No one seated me since it was a group gathering. I looked over the menu and identified what I wanted to order. I started with a fresh shrimp salad that turned out to be super good and fresh. It was more than enough for two people to eat. I was in the mood for wings and fries and they did not disappoint. The wings were seasoned and fried just without the burnt taste. The fries were equally good and had a unique seasoning that was pleasing to taste. One of the best kept secrets as this restaurant has not been opened long. This is great gathering for family and friends especially if you want to try pickleball and eat. I will definitely add this restaurant to my list. Sorta located in a strange area due to construction but can easily be found just be patient.

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    Gringtinos

    Gringtinos

    4.0(31 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    My youngest son has been obsessed with empanadas ever since he tasted them at an event we attended…read morea while back. So, I decided to take my dear son to Gringtinos to eat some empanadas, because this Latin-ish restaurant has several different varieties on the menu. We sat down, looked at the menu, and my son wanted a cheeseburger, instead. Oh, kids! You gotta love them, right? (Right?) Luckily, Gringtinos has a kids menu that includes a cheeseburger, as well as a quesadilla and boneless wings. My son said that the cheeseburger was the best that he's had in a long time, so there you go. If you want a great kids' cheeseburger, visit Gringtinos. I was there for empanadas, so I got us a few: barbacoa, chicken, ground filet and street corn. We loved all of them, but the ground filet was probably our favorite (it was basically ground beef). We also ordered the yucca fries, which are served with white queso. They were like regular potato fries, but more earthy and dense. One order can feed two or three people -- they're very filling, with an interesting texture. I'm glad I ordered them. The service was OK, but we had to ask for plates, even though the server saw us dripping empanada juice all over our napkins. (It's like, hello! Yes, plates would be good. Bring us plates.) I'm also not a fan of servers not writing down my order, and instead, trying to memorize everything I say. I'm not impressed! It makes me stressed! Please, for the love of everything that's holy, just write down my order. It's truly OK to write things down. I promise. The construction around Gringtinos is murder, but don't fret. There is parking in the back, off of a gravel road. Once you park, enter through the back and you're good to go.

    Aside from the bar, the restaurant wasn't busy. The service was lackluster and inattentive. We…read morewanted to try it because of the reviews praising the food. That was now our experience. We thought the meals tasted very average and were a bit pricy. The staff was nice, but we won't be going back.

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    Nyla's Restaurant - Side mushrooms

    Nyla's Restaurant

    4.5(99 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$$

    I do not give out five stars lightly, and if I could I would add a sixth star to this review…read more Our dinner group met up at Nylas on a very rainy Tuesday for the early bird dinner ( yes even cool kids do it) , large group of eight. Our table was ready and the Manger himself took us to our seats. This adorable three story red barn was dripping in charm and homey vibes. We sat on the second floor, we didn't know it had stairs or we would have asked for a first floor , a few of the group are not great on stairs, but as a team we made it work. Plus note is that there is a bathroom on the second floor. Speaking of the bathroom it did feel very much like a airplane bathroom, a litte Claustrophobic. The early bird dinner is the way to go, three course for a great price. We started by getting the deviled eggs and the mushroom soup. Both were amazing, the soup was so creamy and the eggs had just the right amount of firmness. I had fried chicken which was the best I have had in the Indy area. My husband had stroganoff and he felt like it was made by someone's granny. I also tasted the pork belly, and it was out of this work good. Desert was simple individual cheesecake with sauce, nice small size. We will be back and will try the rest of the menu.

    My wife, my daughter, and I ventured to Nyla's to try their "Early Bird Special" menu items. You…read moreget a three course meal before 6 pm for $25 per person. My wife ordered the Nyla's Wedge Salad for her first course and remarked how tasty it was. I had the Mushroom Cream Soup and it was the best I've ever had. Highly recommend you try it. My wife's second course was the Mushroom Burgundy Chicken. It consisted of a rich and savory red wine reduction, tenderized chicken, asparagus, and garlic mash potatoes. My wife loved it. For my second course I ordered the Chicken Milanese. It was served with tenderized & breaded chicken with a creamy lemon butter sauce, capers, mashed potatoes, and broccoli. Very tasty and the portions were larger than expected. My daughter ordered the Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich. It was served with crispy fried marinated chicken breast, Swiss cheese, ranch aioli, candied bacon, crispy shallots, lettuce and tomato on a Challah bun. It to was larger than expected and very tasty. Our third course was New York style cheesecake for everyone. It was just the right amount and yummy creamy. P.S. I also had a cocktail called the "Aviator". Wow !! This is my new go-to drink. It was great and really made my night even better. I highly recommend you try the Early Bird specials at Nyla's. They won't disappoint.

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    Songbird Social House - Ample portion of pasta that needed a couple shakes of salt and pepper.

    Songbird Social House

    4.3(41 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    This is the definition of a comfy and cool local spot. Easy parking and even easier to walk to for…read morethe neighborhood behind it. I've been in twice now and there's plenty of seating and a big bar. When it's nice out they open up the windows and it's such a great spot to swing in for a drink after the day and relax. The servers are friendly and so are the people that go here - the owner's are fantastic and you can tell they care about the place and making you feel welcome. I had wine and the margarita pizza and my husband had an Italian chicken sandwich - he was shocked at how good the sandwich was and ate the entire thing. My pizza was good too - super doughy which I liked. Also a great wine and drink selection. Like i said, the owners just seem like genuine good people and even treated us to free dessert. I'd recommend here for a fun evening or afternoon drink and bite to eat - and Friday night live music!! We'll be returning.

    Think I found my new date night spot. Nice vibe with the music. Lots of…read moreCouples but you'd be cool solo. They opened the doors and that will be even more dope as weather gets warmer. Schzeuan green beans would be better with a bit less sauce. Seared tuna was good but again needed a little restraint I think my sodium levels are through the roof. Hubby enjoyed Cobb salad- said it was good and it looked fresh but kinda hard to Mess up a Cobb salad Drinks were elevated and true to the descriptions. Def will return. Just think they could elevate the food a bit more.

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    Grindstone on the Monon

    Grindstone on the Monon

    4.1(533 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$
    Gift cards during COVID-19
    Casual dining

    I am in the area for work and decided to give this place a try for dinner. Very glad I did…read more I got right in and grabbed a seat at the bar. I had a couple local beers and ordered the Indiana Pork Tenderloin Sandwich with Fries. They were both delicious. The pork tenderloin was piping hot, lightly breaded and had a good crunch on the outside and tender meat inside. The fries were perfectly seasoned. It was very lively for a Monday night and all the TV's had sports on. I enjoyed the food and the atmosphere and got to try 2 local beers that I had not had before.

    It was 5 pm on a Friday, and we were doing our best to get ahead of the Mother's Day weekend rush…read more My mother-in-law (my bonus mom) was with us, and Grindstone on the Monon did not disappoint on ambiance. Beautiful space. Warm feel. Exactly what the evening called for. Our server Jill M was the real story. She greeted us warmly, asked if we had questions about the menu, and when we mentioned my wife has Celiac Disease, she didn't flinch. She walked us through every option carefully and honestly. That kind of attentiveness is rare, and it mattered. Here's the honest part: the kitchen uses a shared fryer, which limits options significantly for anyone with gluten sensitivity or food allergies. My wife made it work, but the choices were thin. For a restaurant at this level, I'd love to see that change. Food allergies aren't going away, and guests who want to celebrate special occasions deserve more than a gluten-free bun as their only path forward. The food was genuinely delicious. Drinks never ran dry. Jill was never far. We all left saying it was a great meal. Four stars, and I mean it. Jill earns five on her own. I'd go back without hesitation. I'd just hope the kitchen catches up to what the front of house already delivers.

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    The Den by FoxGardin

    The Den by FoxGardin

    4.2(41 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    I was hanging out at Sun King Carmel with friends and wanted something to eat, so I went to the…read morefood court and the menu looked good at The Den by FoxGardin. I wanted something simple so I just ordered the chicken fingers combo with fries. The menu is very extensive with burgers, sandwiches, and entrees as well. My order was done fresh to order and took about 10-12 minutes. The gentleman were very helpful and professional. The chicken fingers were huge and I was given a hefty portion of French fries. It was very fresh and tasted like pure heaven. The Den by FoxGardin is a great choice of food at Sun King Carmel if you want something simple,so I would highly recommend it to everyone.

    The BBQ poutine fries were delicious. They were served on a big sheet tray -- just stacked there in…read moreall their saucy, smoky, salty gloriousness. The BBQ poutine fries were so big on the tray that I felt a little ostentatious as I was carrying the tray back to my table. It felt like all of the food on my tray surely should have been going to a family. But no: All of these BBQ poutine fries were just for one gluttonous person (me). Every so often, I would get an enormous fry that was way bigger than the others. It was more like a steak fry! It was like a little baked potato. It was nice to have that variety in the appetizer (which I was treating like an entree because, again, I was eating this giant appetizer by myself without shame). One of my children opted to get the kids meal here, which is the mac & cheese with a side (he chose fries). The mac & cheese is cavatappi pasta, so it's that pleasing curly texture that kids love (my kid loved it). The Den by FoxGardin is located inside Sun King Food Hall, and it's one of the food options you have here. If you are looking for pub food, comfort food, or just plain good food, you can't go wrong with this place.

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    Upstairs dining area

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    Caesar Salad

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