Beware of the itis! This place will have you so sleepy afterwards. First the vibe of this place is pretty chill and laid back. Service is always up to par and friendly. I will say if you do not like greasy food, this place is not for you. The wings are great, but you have to try their burgers. I have to say, I am not a fan of the "placemat as a plate" gimmick. I prefer to eat on dishes and not paper. However, this place has some of the most favorable turkey burgers in the city. If you're ever in the SoBro area, it's a must! read more

Definitely doesnt feel like a deli, i would call it a bar. Pulled pork is delicious, but I don't recommend the Fat French.

Unique Chicago influenced deli. Smoked wings were amazing. They fell off the bone but were still tender. Fries were homemade and the Italian beef was delicious. Service was great, too! read more

Ok, I have to admit, maybe 8:30 was a little late to be going to this place for and updated brisket sandwich at the newer location. The last time I went here, they were in Broadripple and it was great. My son and I popped in here, It was loud, lots of people drinking at the bar and I was confused as to where to go. We walked around a bit, then a waitress said we could sit at a table by the door, with some other people. A little strange but we decided ok. The people next to us were waiting just like we were to place orders for food drinks. The waitress came over and took all of our orders, since it took so long for her, we decided to just get our food to go. We waited for a while, making idle chatter with the other people at our table. then their drinks came out. Then we were kinda looking around. The place is cool inside, open ceiling, old signs and such. Then the food came out for the people next to us and they started eating. About half way through the guys order, he looks up and asks me where's my food? We all ordered at the same time, lol. We waited for 20 minutes and finally our food came out and we ran out the door. We were eating the hot fries on the way home. Got to the house, set the brisket sandwich out and started to eat, dry meat, little smoke ring with absolutly no flavor. I could have been eating a roast. My son got the Big Dan burger and fries, well, it wasn't so big, we ordered it medium and it was dry, not to mention the burger and fries were $9.50 for the special. Man, I just cannot seem to find a good place for brisket in Indianapolis...... read more

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

I have to ding this place a star for how horrible the service is and uncleanly the entire place is, you're not a chain I get it, but I have went here numerous times and your bathroom door lock is broken, I walked in on a girl and her daughter going to the bathroom cause they wont spend the $8 to fix the lock, other people have walked in on me. Last time I was here the grill cook was baked out of his mind and high as hell, he was eating grilled onions off the grill while cooking the food and it was so disgusting. No way could this place pass a health inspection. Why do you have to hound a server to even get a drink refilled? The food is greasy and great and that's why people go but I would go more often if I knew the service was good and the restaurant had been cleaned at least once within the last 6 years. read more

Great place. Love the combo and the wings and the brisket is excellent. I had a complaint and they responded well. Wish their taps were a bit better but they are still a great spot. read more

My favorite cheat meal spot, when I'm ready to have a generous greasy burger I go here! This place is very Chicago style, I've had numerous things and everything has been wonderful. My favorite is just a burger and the brisket ! And that barbecue sauce is on point as well! I think the fries are a little over-the-top greasy, but if that's what you want to go for it lol. read more

Sometimes you just want a really great sandwich and Fat Dan's never fails!! This last time I had the Italian sub; so much meat!!! Great beer and the atmosphere is comfortable. Go! read more

It was cool. I wished the fries were actually crispy. The burger's flavor was DELISH though I found it greasy. The people and the service for carry-out were extremely nice and laid back. I felt at home when I walked in but WHOA someone should have warned me a sack of fries and two bacon cheeseburgers were gonna run me around $35+ with carry out tip-Don't be the jerk that doesnt tip carry-out wait staff-so I was expecting $35 worth of joy...honestly for me it just wasnt what I needed to make another trip anytime soon but wouldnt rule it out either....just A-OK like the Yelp! star rating shows.... read more

This place is fantastic. Great good and even better atmosphere. It does get busy but it is worth the wait.

had some pub grub at fat dans after some beers next door. Great presentation on butcher paper and good sammies. One bathroom and grubby interior detracts from the experience. will be back. read more

Great addition to the 'hood. The smoker is the key. Get smoked meat and you won't be disappointed.

Actually, I gave it a 3.5 star. Food was very good, atmosphere is north side Chicago (think Jim or John Belushi and Cubs- all good. Had to subtract 1/2 point for bathroom. (Denise would not have been pleased.). Me being a guy, it did not matter, of course. Service was fine. Very good food served on paper sheet with plastic utensils. Makes it affordable, I suppose. Surprising numbers of families eating here. Yats, Sam's Gyro, Mo's and Johnnies, and Jazz Kitchen at same intersection of 54th and College Avenue. read more

This place has incredible fries. I can't rememeber the full name of the sandwich that I had but it started out "chubby". It was very good and huge. Tough to go wrong at Fat Dan's read more

We ordered brisket and pulled pork sandwiches when Locally Grown Gardens kitchen was closed the other day. Brisket, pork and corn dog bites all very good and so were the buns. Nice beer list, too. But, 1 star was taken away for the sad and ineffective rolls of brown paper towels masquerading as something you could actually clean hands and mouth with. Also, the meat could have been trimmed better. read more

Wow. Fantastic. First timer here... The Rueben was as good as I've had if not better than any I've had. I dig the paper towel and no silverwear theme. The restrooms couldve been cleaner. Thats my only complaint. The food and staff were great. I look forward to trying their famous wings next time. read more

First time at Fat Dan's and wasn't disappointed with the food or the service. Came in for lunch and had the italian beef dipped. It came out hot and moist but not soggy. Was very delicious. My lunchmate had the grilled cheese and said it was very good also. Portions were good and prices were fair. Was working so didn't get to try anything they had on tap but saw several people who seemed to enjoy them. Would definitely come back again read more

I really like Fat Dans. It is not for the feignt of heart however. I usually get the pulled pork, and when you pick the sandwich up grease drips off the back. This is not a bad thing, it's amazing! Their fries are really good too. There's always a beer special that is worth trying. My one complaint is that sometimes they have live music and that when they do you won't be able to have a conversation at the table because it is so loud. read more

I could smell the smoker a block away. That was the first clue. The IMA has an exhibit on graffiti right now, so does Fat Dan's. Second clue. Lots of TVs and no loud music that makes you yell across the table. Third clue. A very busy menu with lots of goodies. Luckily we were there on Saturday, I had the brisket, my wife had the smoked pastrami / corned beef sandwich. And a small tater tot basket. I thought we could eat the large basket, Dave suggested the small basket. He was right. Darn big basket of tater tots. The Nitro, left handed milk stout, another good suggestion. Right again Dave. Both sandwiches great tasting meat, cooked just right and juicy, flavorable. Good pickles too. Can't wait till next trip. Worth the 150 mile round trip. I think so. Wednesday is smoked Meatloaf day, Dave is there then too. What a unique way to make meatloaf not your Grandma's Sunday after church treat. Good service from all the folks, great Saturday lunch, beer and tater tots (I love Tater tots). read more

Great spot. Best wings and BBQ in town. The wings are big, meaty, fall off the bone good and smoked all day. They just added a lot more taps for draft beer. Good prices too read more

Went here with the family for lunch. Portions were huge and everyone enjoyed their meals. Waitress was very friendly and explained freely about the restaurant. Many of the items have Chicago food focus which was exactly what we were seeking. Italian sausage sandwich was excellent. Will definitely go back when in Indy again. read more

I spent a decade living in Chicago and greatly appreciate somewhere in town that I can get an authentic and delicious Italian Beef sandwich. Also ... the smoked wings (easily a "best in town" contender) and the rest of the food is pretty damn good. Tie all of that into a nice beer selection and you've got some magic. The fries are a serious disappointment, though. Don't believe their hype--way too greasy in the worst of ways. read more

Went there yesterday for first time. I will be back!!! I had the Wells st burger . One of the BEST burgers I have ever had. Sorry Paradise Pup in Des Plaines IL . We also had half order tater tots and fries Awesome Great service !!! read more

dirty tots- 10 stars. beer selection is great, food is great, but the dirty tots are unreal. read more

I love this place!!! Friends and I have had about everything on the menu and theres not anything we havent liked.. DIRTY TOTS ARE A MUST.... also make everyone get there own frys bc if they dont, THEYLL EAT YOURS! read more

One word I would use to describe Fat Dan's food is "addicting"! I love so many things on their menu, I always take awhile deciding which one I want to eat. I can't pick just one favorite menu item. The customer service is also amazing! I always feel welcome every time I stop by to eat here. :) read more

The smoked wings are amazing. The service here used to be very bad. It is ok now, but nothing great. The other menu items, particularly the fries, are hit or miss. I've had their fries come out soggy and greasy. A little bit more consistency and this place would be a 5 star! The burgers are pretty good too. If you only come here once, get the wings! read more

Fat Dans is easily my favorite restaurant/bar in all of Indianapolis! They recently expanded the building size which is what made me take this review from a 4 star to a 5. They always have a nice little selection of craft beer and rotating taps. From a food standpoint they can do no wrong. I recently branched out from my regular selections of the Wake n Bake and Fat Havana to get the smoked wings. Let me tell you that it was the best choice of my life! The smoked wings are so tender and flavorful that the meat literally just falls off the bone. There is no need for additional sauces as the flavor is insane! I highly suggest this place to anyone ranging from a date night to a good place just to chill and watch a game. read more

Fast friendly service on a very busy early November afternoon. Weather was great so we sat outside. I got the Italian Sausage with hot peppers and companion got the Wells Street Fat Burger with bacon, BBQ sauce and Gorgonzola cheese. We shared an order of fries. Food came out fast which surprised us since they were so busy. Fries and order came out on a large piece of paper. Very unique. Everything was hot and tasted great. Lots of TVs to watch sports on and with the 'garage' door open on a great fall day even those on the sidewalk you look inside to see a game. Plus, there was lots of people wearing Cub World Series gear which helped the atmosphere. read more

This is a staple restaurant for me. I love their food and I am always very happy with the service. Everything on their menu is good. I've only been once since their expansion but they own the space well! read more

This food was amazing. I had the Wells street burger and my boyfriend had the pulled pork. We split tater tots with cheese on the side. Everything was super delicious. The portions are gigantic. We basically took home another meal. I am a region rat and know Chicago style food and this place was spot on. The staff was amazing also. Very friendly and they give free hugs! read more

Had a little sample of everything, briquet, Reuben, and Italian beef. All were really good, the Reuben stood out as the best of them all. The fries are fantastic. I will be back soon! read more

Havana burger and Ruben... Don't forget the fries.. Add in a nice assortment of beer... Home run!!!

Our office favorite. Never had anything that disappointed. My personal favorite is the pastrami-corned beef sandwich with a pile of fries to share. read more

Dear god almighty, they have the best brisket sandwiches in the world. Their server was nice and quick, he wasn't overly in our faces asking us how we were doing and he gave us extra fries. They have all kinds of local beer. It's good, it's fast and it's pretty casual. I left happy and full. read more

It's a little hole in the wall place, but has some amazing food! Next time a large order of fries are a must!!!

The place is amazing, reminds me of Lucky's in Wrigleyville. As mentioned in other reviews, the smoked wings are the best around. The pastrami / corned beef sandwich is ridiculous... If you're thinking about eating at Moe and Johnnie's, do yourself a favor and have a sandwich at Fat Dan's, then go across to Moe's to watch some ball and have some beers. read more

Absolutely fantastic!! This place blew my mind, and as far as beer selection goes - that's hard for me to say because I'd rather save the space for their FOOD! The Dirty Tots were out of this world, and the wings exceeding my expectations. They were juicy, meaty, and grilled to perfection. My boyfriend got a burger with a fried egg on it and it was the butteriest, most delicious burger we'd had in a long time. Nothing disappointed us, and we will be back again and again!! read more

Best wings hands down not only in Indy, the Midwest or our galaxy, but in our cosmos - since time began. Smoked pork, brisket also outstanding too. Fill the voids with taters and brew and you're in for the finest cuisine second only to Fogo at 1/10th the price. Keep it cool. read more

Fat Dan's is one of my favorite places to eat in the entire city! I always take friends and family when they are visiting. The atmosphere is relaxed, lots of beers to choose from, and a friendly staff. I have only eaten the smoked reuben, and I am very, very devoted to it! I tell people that it's an experience. Get the fries to share, it's a big portion! read more