Questionably the best Italian sub place in Indy. Always good I highly recommend the corn dogs. They are cooked fresh to order. You have to love a place that serves food on paper :) read more

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I'll be as straightforward as my lunch. Here's what I ordered: -Smoked Brisket Sandwich -Hand-Cut Fries Here's what I really, really liked: -Smoked Brisket Sandwich -Hand-Cut Fries Here's what I'll come back for: -Smoked Brisket Sandwich -Hand-Cut Fries read more

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Visiting Indy from out of town, I ordered take out from here based on the recommendation of a friend. Wow was I disappointed. Now the Chicago style hot dog was good (albeit soaking wet" bun so so speak). The good news stops there. The full size wings looked good, however they were soaking in grease, and disgusting. There must have been a Tablespoon if liquid grease in the bottom of the cardboard basket , and i bet a few more tablespoons saturating the wings. The large order of french fries were just as grease soaked. Much grease in the bottom of its container, and the fries were fully soaked in grease. Totally disgusting, The paper bag was itself soaked and saturated in grease when I arrived back at my friend's house And I mean soaked! Nothing in the bag to absorb any grease; no napkins, paper towels, etc The chicken sandwich was reported as "ok". A few sheets of waked paper, dispelling grease to anything that would absorb it. Each individual item was wrapped in foul sheets, which were saturated with grease taking them out if the bag. I am afraid to look at the car seat tomorrow morning. There is no excuse for this at all. $43.00 order wasted. I can not even justify 2 stars for this slop. "Fat Dan's Deli? More like Fat Dan's Greasy spoon. FD's puts the Grease in Greasy Spoon. read more

WOW is the only word that comes to mind when I think of Fat Dan's. This has been one of my favorite Indy spots for awhile because it's affordable and the quality of food is astounding. Luckily I live only a few blocks away from the location on College. Parking can be difficult if you don't know about the parking lot off of 54th street, but it's always worth it. This is some of the best barbecue I have ever tried and when someone even mentions "Fat Dan's" I automatically get a craving for pulled pork or some of their delicious wings (which I usually always get). The barbecue sauces are another highlight - but don't ask for ranch! Fat Dan's also offers a great selection of beers and ciders that pair well with all of their barbecue. The drinks are priced very reasonably at about $6, making the destination perfect for a night out getting beers and food with friends or a significant other. Additionally, the restaurant has great staff and takes COVID measures seriously. Unfortunately bar seating is not the same anywhere right now, but this restaurant has found a way to still give the bar-seating feel while keeping customers safe and at a comfortable distance. The bartenders regularly engage with customers and make you feel right at home! Thank you for the great food and service! read more

Fat Dan's - Fries, taters, Pulled Pork Sandwich - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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I first stopped into Fat Dan's Deli a couple days ago, a long intended destination put off by my distaste for College Avenue parking. A friend of mine had raved about their burgers, and while I'm laying lower with the greasy food scene these days ever so often you get a hankerin' for a good ole' sloppy burger. Of course, since I typically order mine plain I guess sloppy doesn't really apply. When I stopped in a couple days ago, I parked a block or so up the street (and on the street) and wheeled up and across. Yeah, it's definitely a bit of a pain and likely won't be worth it for those with mobility issues. As I'm prone to long distance wheeling anyway, I'll go the extra bit for a decent meal. Unlike their neighbor in the same small strip center, Twenty Tap, that openly advertises "humans only" on their outdoor space, Fat Dan's is apparently pet friendly though no pets were around during this visit. Given the neighborhood, I'm sure this is a plus. The two-day renovation seems to have created an "open-air" option for Fat Dan's Deli with a garage-style door that now opens in good weather - As I'd never been there before, I am assuming this was the change as nothing else really seemed new. The space itself is small - inside the building you have a long bar on the right, a row of tables on the left, a small two-top in front of the bar and the now open-air/outdoor dining area with a handful of tables. It's a casual place, but they definitely seem to make the most out of it. There were only a handful of people when I arrived, but I struggled to find a decent space for the chair (though the outdoor area likely would have worked fine). A friendly patron offered to move from what would have easily been an accessible table, but I opted for the two-top in front of the bar. It faces out toward the patio and gave me both fresh air and a nice view. As Mary G. pointed out, Fat Dan's tends to be no frills in terms of decor, dining war and service. I found the service to be consistent and friendly - they had a sign on their chalkboard menu (mostly drink specials) that added "hugs - free." I'm not a hugger, so I didn't test them. The menu seems to mostly consist of a variety of pork/beef sandwiches - I opted for the most basic burger, the Fat Dan, and ordered it plain. It comes on a grilled bun. I didn't quite understand when I ordered it, but it also comes with chips. I ordered a small order of their famed tater tots. The burger was $8.95, the tots another $3.25 plus a couple bucks for my usual iced tea. The burger was delicious and rather huge - definitely a bigger hunk o' meat than one usually gets from burgers. It was obviously fresh. The "small" tots was actually sized rather nicely and, with the burger's chips, was actually a bit too much. I finished it off, but probably shouldn't have and doubt I would need to order that side again as a solo diner. The meal came in at just over $15, though I could have easily knocked the $3.25 side order of tots off of it and been happy. The iced tea refills were offered including one to go. I can't really say that Fat Dan's warrants that fifth star, but I enjoyed both good food and friendly service and, other than obnoxious parking and modest accessibility concerns can't say I had any issues with the place. I think the parking alone will likely keep it from becoming a regular spot on my rotation, but I'll definitely make the effort on occasion and, indeed, it's worth the extra effort. If you're in the area and want a brew or a burger, it's a great spot to enjoy the outdoor air and people watch. They do also offer a food truck option, though I haven't tried it yet. I'll be looking for it! read more

This was my first time to Fat Dan's Deli in a very long time. I had a taste for a burger and thought about going to Five Guys. My sister mentioned Fat Dan's the day before so I suggested we go ahead & give it another try. It was delicious!! The small fry is big enough for 2 people to share (don't really need them). I ordered the Fat Dan Burger + bacon. And I also got a side of bbq sauce (AWESOMENESS). I will definitely be back to try the Cuban sandwich or a Chicago dog. read more

Fat Dan's - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

We go to Fat Dans any time my nephew is in town. The burgers are gloriously sloppy, the sausage is spicy and tasty, and we love the giant pile of French fries piled in the middle of the table. They also have an excellent beer selection. A great place to hang out with family or bring friends to watch sports and kick a few back. read more

Fat Dan's - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Some of the best wings in the city in my opinion!! I also tried the "fat dans fat burger" was really good as well..! read more

Fat Dan's - Fat dans OG jumbo smoked wings (hot bbq sauce on the side not pictured) - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Vegetarians--fore-warning you are going to have a pick between a grilled cheese or a MorningStar veggie burger. However, if you are going to a Deli it shouldn't be too shocking. This Chicago style Deli is a no-frills experience. If you order fries, you will get a giant order on a sheet of paper. The service was okay, the menu was pretty extensive (for non-vegetarian/vegans), and it was pretty quick! Personally, not my cup of tie. read more

Get a little taste of Chicago(sorry, no pizza) in central Indianapolis. Old Style on tap, but a moderate variety of craft and big brand beers. Also serve wine and cocktails. Chicago Dogs, Italian Beef, Italian sausage, best burger in the city, everything fried or off the grill. No salads and few vegetarian options, try next door at 20 Tap. Great for Cubs and Bears games. read more

The new location on College Ave. is far superior to the old Broad Ripple Ave. location. It's right next door to Twenty Tap and I have a feeling that the overflow from Twenty Tap has increased their business by at least 25%. The food is just as good as it was on Broad Ripple Ave. The fries are some of the best in town. I'm pretty sure they're cooked in peanut oil, which makes all the difference in the world. The decor is all done up in Chicago sports, which is very comforting for a North Sider (Chicago, not Castleton). The food is pretty typical of what you would find in hundreds of Chicago diners. Italian beef, italian sausage, etc. The Italian beef is probably my favorite sandwich in the world, and Fat Dan's version does not disappoint. Served "hot and wet" is the only way to go (hot peppers and dipped in jus), if you want the authentic Chicago experience. Side note: You may not expect it, but Fat Dan's has some of the best wings in the city. Don't miss them. There are no plates here as the waiter/waitress will just lay out butcher paper on your table and you eat with your hands. They have a nice local beer selection on tap and some Chicago favorites (Old Style, anyone?). Service was very friendly and cool. read more

Fat Dan's - Bar seating - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Fat Dan's is a national treasure! Great food at a good price, will easily fill you up but well worth the cheat. Haven't ordered anything that I wouldn't recommend or order again myself. Wish we still lived in the area to revisit, we need Fat Dan's in Cleveland! read more

I could review the food all day for you but so many people before me have already done a far better job than I ever will...know this, whatever you order it's bound to be good and make sure you get the fries! This is a casual place, I like it because it has the big garage doors that they can open up in the summer and you can sit inside or outside but even inside you're still enjoying the weather. This isn't a fancy service type place. The staff is awesome, they will tell you their favorites and what is the most popular, but don't come here expecting fancy napkins and nice plating. You're going to get a roll of paper towel on your table and food served on big white pieces of paper and in baskets-and you know what, it's delicious like that! Wear whatever you like, like I said it's casual and you can sit outdoors if you're interested. read more

Fat Dan's - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This place is a fav of ours. Love their wings. Love their brisket. Tater tots. Italian beef. Burgers. Everything is just fantastic! The wings are smoked and our favorite thing on the menu. Great sauce options as well. Haven't eaten in the restaurant for awhile but our to go orders are always correct and packed perfectly. read more

Chicago food through and through! The vibe is even very Chicago. Generous portions, friendly people and tasty food. The Chicago dogs and Italians beefs are spot on- you can tel it's all made by someone who actually is from Chicago proper. read more

This place is awesome! I'm here in Indy for work and so far this is the best food I have had. Fat Dans Pulled Pork was so juicy and tender. It was a great sandwich. The Chicago dog had a mountain of toppings and was delicious. The fries were hot and crispy with the perfect amount of salt. I Just wish I had the time to sit down and choose a beer from their huge list of beers! The staff was very friendly and got my food out quick! I will definitely be back to Fat Dans anytime I am in the area, they have so many things on the menu MUST try! Don't pass this place up it is GREAT! read more

Food was delicious! Service could've been a bit better. Overall very good for the price!

Great spot with a Chi-town feel. The smoke wings are by far the best item I've tasted there. Never disappoints. I'm not a beer drinker but they have a good selection of beer plus hard cider. You should def give them a try! read more

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Second time here and they are very consistent. The smoked wings and fries are our favorites. We sat at the bar and Chris was our waiter. He was very helpful in regards to me trying different beers. I enjoyed the atmosphere, eclectic music and the food. The burger was so yummy! We met a few friends there earlier in the day for the St. Patrick's Day festivities and we had a good time. This just might be one of my summer hangouts. Check them out if you like a variety of beers, good food and a chill vibe. read more

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Indy's hidden wing spot - come in and get 10 dry rub wings with sauce on the side! You won't be disappointed! The corn dog is also amazing - sounds simple but the breading is top notch and pair well with the dirty tots! This is go to spot when we don't feel like cooking - I haven't had anything disappointing on the menu! read more

I usually come here and they always have a good selection of beers and the food is great, especially the fries. Crispy and hot! Today, they had one of my faves on draft... Zombie dust. Yummy! My burger was good, but the fries were more chewy than crispy. A little disappointed, but everything else was fine. read more

Fat Dan's - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Went there today, the garage door was open on a beautiful afternoon. I had the smoked jumbo wings, they were very good. Those plus the very well-made fries made for a very filling meal. The place has a great atmosphere and friendly staff. Also shoutouts to whoever picks the music in there, they were playing some bangers. read more

we ordered delivery for yelps big night in we ordered the ghost burger & hot bbq wings with lots & lots of fries ! we loved every bit of it! you can taste the smoked flavor of the wings in every bite! and can we talk about the handout fries!!! so glad we ordered the large because ya girl enjoyed a lot of them! we got our food within 30 minutes of ordering. delivery man was very polite & friendly we cannot wait to dine in for the full experience read more

Great beer selection. Great beer special! Wished I'd stayed there longer, their fries were awesome and next time I will try more of the food. Definitely plan on visiting again, Chicago approved! read more

The best Chicago-style hot dog in the city, hands down. I dream of those hot dogs. My husband has had the Cubano and the Rueben as well--he enjoyed them both! The atmosphere is a classic sports bar and I love relaxing with some cold beer while watching a Cubs game. One of my go-to's! read more

Born and raised a Chicago guy AND we live within walking distance, so I maybe I'm biased, but this is our absolute favorite place in Broadripple/SoBro. The food is fantastic. Not a vegetable on the menu, but if you're okay with that, then you'll love it. Great Chicago style Italian beef, amazing wings, and my favorite burger in the city (North Ave but they're all good). Staff and vibe is always very chill and friendly. They legitimately care about their customers and want them to enjoy their experience and it shows. Extremely reasonable prices, regardless of specials. We will always be patrons at Fat Dans read more

Great wings! Great service! Good ambiance ! Need to try the other items but the wings are it!

So - I came back to Fat Dan's for the wings and I was quite disappointed. I don't know if it was just a bad night, or I just really didn't enjoy them like I thought I did. The flavor was just - off. I couldn't even finish them to be honest. It really hurt my feelings because I enjoyed everything the first time. I'll probably stick to the burgers here. read more

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I love the food here! BUT (we did come here at 7pm on the eclipse day) our server passed us probably 8 times and did not approach. When he did, he pretended to give us a pitcher of beer (that we did not order) and we questioned him so he gave it to another table and was kind of rude about it. When he came back, he proceeded to cuss at us repeatedly about the pens that were left on the filthy table and how they did not work. He did not take our drink order for 45 minutes. As we were leaving (around the 1 hour mark) he started to approach us with waters but at that point I was over it, I know I am a college student, but still do not think this treatment was justified in any way. We then moved to the bar and were extremely rudely greeted. I love the food at fat dans but could not justify tipping a server that was rude to me. I'll try again next time. read more

I've been to Fat Dan's a couple times for a beer (great lineup of craft beer), but I'd never actually eaten here. A friend mentioned he was going to grab dinner there, so I tagged along. Keeping it Chicago style (their specialty), I got an Italian beef, wet (which is how it comes by default). You can also get it dry or dipped. I've read some amazing things about their fries, so I had to tack on a small order of those for the two of us to share. I was surprised with the food came out on paper wrapping. I guess that's efficient? And maybe a Chicago thing I didn't get. Whatever. The Italian beef was delicious - Tender and juicy. It was also surprisingly spicy! I like spicy food, so I was up for it. But beware if you don't. The fries stole the show. I'm not sure why the sandwiches come with chips that appear to be from a bag. The fries are clearly made in house and are freaking amazing. Serious contention for the best fries I've ever had. All said and done, and sandwich and an order of fries cost me about $12 at a full service restaurant. I can handle that. Next time I'll be back for beer and food! read more

Fat Dan's - Italian beef in front and a 'small' fry - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

We love this super casual come-as-you-are sports bar in Broad Ripple. The staff is top notch and the beers, food, and atmosphere matches on par. We honestly didn't jump at the chance to check it out for ourselves for quite a while, even though tons and tons of our friends told us how wonderful this place is, because well, it's a deli and I'm vegetarian. However, even with a deli-style and bar food menu, a vegetarian can find something on the menu to enjoy. They have a delicious veggie burger, various fries and tots, a grilled cheese, as well as numerous sides that are vegetarian. Now if you're not a vegetarian and you celebrate all the meats, this is the place for you. Like Joey says, "Here come the meat sweats." No matter what you order, the portions are generous, but not outrageous and everything seems to be at a price point that is very fair. Most of the times I end up at Fat Dan's it's to enjoy a craft beer and catch up with my friends. It's a great atmosphere to hang out, not matter what the weather is like outside. I feel like I'm drinking inside someone's tricked out garage, which really suits my casual style. Concret floor, cinder block wall, and TVs everywhere for watching the sports. It gets pretty loud when the place is full, but that's no different than any other sports bar like this. They offer up a sizable selection of local craft beers, but also have $4 Old Styles if that's what the day warrants. There now four Fat Dan's locations throughout Indy and Bloomington. And it should be noted that they also do catering. My husband's office would love this for lunch on a Friday! read more

Came here for the first time and was very pleased with the food, atmosphere, and service. I sat at the bar to order a fat burger and it was ready very quickly! The burger was cooked perfectly with the just the right amount of toppings on it. Not too messy, just right! Be sure to ask for bbq sauce on the side, it's to die for!! Can't wait to come back and try other items on the menu. I think I'll have the pulled pork next! read more

Fat Dan's - Delis Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Service was rude, just horrible. I was there on a Saturday with my family. The bartender says it's an hour wait. I say ok and then he would not take my name. I am not taking names he says. Then why did you tell me an hour wait. Go to Bulldog Bar for a better experience. There are so many good bars and food choices on College. This one is a pass. The food is pretty good but it means nothing when the service is bad. read more

Easily the best chicken wings in the Indy area. They don't even need sauce which is saying a lot for a girl who loves her condiments. The atmosphere is super laid back and the bartenders are super helpful when it comes to beer selections and questions about the menu. They had ribs when we went last night which they'd never had before. AMAZING. Super tender. Again, no sauce needed. Other menu items to try out: French fries with a side of beer cheese, Chicago dog, mini corn dogs. The only minor complaint I have is the bathrooms. Since it's an old building they haven't been updated and they're not super clean. Nothing that I can't get past though. Most bar restrooms aren't that great. read more

Great wings and the Chicago dog taste like home. Next time in Indy I will definitely go back.

Was ok. Nice location and environment was fun. Beer was cold and the serving of food was unique. Would visit again but wouldn't order the wings. Son and I were trying the location based on Barstools wings ranking and we feel they missed it. read more

I went to Fat Dan's for the first time and was pleased with some of their menu offerings. I got the Italian beef, dipped with provolone cheese and hot peppers on the side. The beef was good, but not great. I'm from Chicago so when we order a beef dipped, we expect wet bread. My sandwich was semi dipped. I joke around and call it a 'conservative' dip, which is not what I asked for. It was a decent sandwich but left me wanting more. The fries are massive. A large could easily feed 4. They were hot and crispy! My husband ordered the brisket sandwich, but it was very dry. It could be that it was so late in the night and that it wasn't fresh. I don't know! The smoked wings were excellent! I'd get those again for sure! Overall, we had a good time. The atmosphere was typical for a sports bar type setting, which could turn some people off, especially if you're a non drinker. I'm not a drinker, I was only there for the food, so the atmosphere was ehhh for me, but I'd certainly go back and bring some friends. read more

Such a neighborhood staple! As diehard Cubs fans we go here regularly for the games but the food and beer list is legit. Always great service and just an overall great experience every time we go! read more

I've been here on several occasions, and the thing that really stands out to me is how the staff all works together. We visited mid afternoon on a Sunday. We stood at the door as all of the tables appeared full. A server noticed us and waved us over to a table that was hidden in the back. We were quickly greeted. I had the smoked wings with Fat Dan's sauce and they were so good! Wings everywhere have been hit or miss lately because of supply chain issues, but these were as good as I remember. My companions had a Chicago dog and a BBQ pork sandwich. My only regret is that I had to pass on the Italian beef this time, because it is the best in the city. Three of us (no alcohol) and before tip it was $27. We could seriously barely eat fast food for that much these days. Great experience! read more

Favorite spot to watch the game. Even though this is a Chicago bar, they usually have any big game you're trying to watch and people are always posted up at the bar rooting for their favorite team. It's got a fun atmosphere any day of the week but it's not overwhelming that you can't just enjoy a good meal if you're not interested in sports. Their menu has all the burger and sandwich staples and a large appetizer section as well. Order a large fries for the table. You won't leave hungry and you won't be let down on taste. They have a list of rotating taps, a large can/bottle selection, and if wine is your thing, they have heavy pours on those as well. read more