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4.1 (445 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Nichelle S.

Food: yummy! I got the bacon and French toast and was pleasantly surprised at how savory it was. I got mimosas and ofc you can't go wrong with that vitamin c! Service was pretty decent, the servers were managing a lot of tables but still were prompt. Ambiance: I sat outside during when the weather didn't hate me, but the patio was pretty basic and you get a good people watching view across from the government buildings.

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Abigail W.

I received a BOGO offer for signing up for their marketing emails and took my mom for a brunch downtown. It was very, very busy and close parking was a challenge, but now I can see why. The food was great! We both really enjoyed our meals and I have no complaints about the service. The menu had a pretty good variety and I appreciated the southern style options, especially. Just expect a wait and plan ahead.

Eggs Benedict BLT and potatoes! Soooo good!
Kamron A.

Absolutely killer food, service and atmosphere! The breakfast options are large portions and very fair prices! The eggs Benedict blt is so good but get the home fries cause they are epic! The avocado toast is a nice portion for light eating! Will definitely be back!

Mar F.

Our first time at this location and it was very good as usual. We had to wait about 10 minutes-which was awesome because we tried another place and it was one hour long wait. Service was friendly and food was good. We tried the holiday menu. Husband ordered the steak and eggs hash and it was delicious! I ordered the double crunch breakfast tacos, I felt the tacos ok. They were a bit dry and lacking of something but with plenty of "carnitas " yum-they were good! The restaurant was very clean. Thank you guys you for always giving us something new to try! From: Your frequent diners.

Audrey A.

First Watch has been one of my "go to" weekday breakfast/brunch spots with friends that has been consistently good. I especially love their fresh pressed juices and their staff is always so sweet in allowing me a sample to try their new juice offerings before committing. I haven't quite ventured into their lunch offerings so I can't say much, but nearly all their breakfast offerings are bomb. Their portions are quite generous, usually what my friends and I like to do is to family style our dishes where we will split a savory and sweet to share. Without fail, their hash options are always solid. Seating is never too busy and I always end up in a booth, which is what I prefer. I also never feel rushed to leave the spot, which is always nice when it becomes a catch up spot for meals.

Great spot for breakfast and brunch. Lots of tasty options and consistently friendly service. The food always comes out fresh and well-prepared, and the menu has something for everyone. That said, I do think the portions could be a bit bigger for the prices they charge. Still, it's a solid choice if you're looking for a dependable and relaxed brunch spot in Downtown Indy.

Purple haze. A great vegan drink!!
Sneha P.

I have been to two other first watch restaurants, one in Avon, Indiana and one in Charlotte, North Carolina. This is my third place of first watch in downtown Indianapolis and let me just say this was also an amazing experience. Overall, I have had only good experiences with first watch but this place just overdid everything. Their menu selection was amazing. They have a lot of vegan and vegetarian options. They are located right on the North Illinois Street so parking is a little challenging. If you are used to knowing your way around downtowns and parking on the streets with parking meters or you know having a bike then yes this is a great stop. If not, you will have to plan to go to this place so make sure you plan ahead for your parking. Their service was impeccable. Unfortunately, we had an order that was not accurately to what we asked for and the person who was serving us. They were tremendously helpful and they made it right and they gave us $5 off on top of their impeccable service. They're ambience inside was amazing. They also have a little spot to sit outside in front of the restaurant which is where we sat and enjoyed our lunch. They have this awesome list of drinks that are non-alcoholic and one of the ones that I was tempted to get was this purple haze as you can see in my picture it's it. Just was amazing to drink and to look at. This is a definitely try place. They are family friendly and business casual. They are noisy and definitely try.

Middle griddle pancakes with scrambled cheesy eggs and bacon
Chelsea Q.

The service was phenomenal!! They were patient with my 5y/o as he placed his order. The food came out quickly and tasted AMAZING as usual! The atmosphere was great for a brunch with my kiddo!

Fall flavors here
Patti C.

Clean and cute decor and friendly service. Make this a great breakfast stop . Food is now on fall flavor so pumpkin pancakes a must. Light and fluffy and full of pumpkin flavor. Eggs light and served with chicken sausage. Definitely try for a nice breakfast in Indianapolis

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A little chaotic at the pay counter but the service is good, and the food is inventive and great! We will be back.

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This is a great breakfast spot if you are staying in downtown Indianapolis, right around the corner from the Sheraton Hotel.

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The Breakfast Tacos ate amazing. It was a suggestiong by the server and it turned out great. Great, laid back environment overall.

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Delicious food & good size portions. Super quick service! All worth it for a good full breakfast.

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Amazing food and service!! Even with some issues from the kitchen the server made sure she took great care of us!

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Food was good as always and the service was excellent I always try to eat there at least once when close

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Café At The Circle

5.0(1 review)
0.3 mi•Mile Square

I was on my way to find some French fries at Circle Center Mall when thankfully I walked past Cafe…read moreat the Circle. Enjoyed an awesome fruit smoothie that the owner was kind enough to custom make for me. She used their house lemonade as the base instead of milk with real frozen mixed berries. It was incredibly refreshing and hit the spot! Since I was on a healthy kick I got the Chicken Herb soup (also delicious). I love that it comes with oyster crackers. They have a variety of hot teas and coffee plus pastries so I look forward to coming back. Nice little spot to hang out and eat in if you have time.

From the owner: At Cafe' At The Circle we pride ourselves on creating an unparalleled cafe experience that combines…read morethe energy of Downtown Indy with the warmth of a neighborhood coffee shop. Start your day right with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee that permeates our cafe every morning. Elevate your lunch experience with our delicious soup and chicken salad. Indulge your sweet tooth with our delectable homemade cakes and pastries. Our treats are a testament to our commitment to quality and taste. Pair your favorite coffee with a slice of our signature cake or muffin for a delightful treat any time of the day. Join us for events, live music, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes every visit memorable. We're not just a cafe; we're a gathering place for the vibrant community that calls Downtown Indy home. Ready to experience the unqiue charm of Cafe' At The Circle? Join us for a cup of coffee, a hearty healthy meal, and the best views in town. Your perfect cafe moment awaits. Circle Centre Mall 49 West Maryland, 3rd FLOOR Indianapolis, IN 46204 Hours M-Sat 8a-5p, Sun 10a-5p Holiday hours vary according to the mall.

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Command Coffee - Double Chocolate Muffin at Command N. College Ave.

Command Coffee

4.3(131 reviews)
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Tidbit! If you're looking for a spot to work, get here early to snag one of the few spots with…read moreoutlets. Otherwise, prepare yourself for comfy and cozy. This spot is just off the creek, with a decent parking lot and a drive through. It has a deeper warmer green than a Starbucks, and it draws a much warmer crowd too. We chatted often with the people in this shop! And we visited twice. How welcoming is that? The breakfast burrito is nothing flashy, but definitely warm gooey goodness. What sets it apart is the sauce: creamy, gently spiced, something like a seasoned mayo but not spicy. Coffee, of course, is the backbone here, and it's handled with a kind of calm precision. Our barista kindly alerted my partner and me that a warm blueberry latte would have oatmeal because of course the blueberry curdles regular milk. It was great attention to detail, and it's why we came back again and again during our week long trip. They had a special for every day! Shout out to the orange blossom latte which made me feel like a fairy amidst the city's tulips.

Super convenient location! I really appreciate their drive-thru. Every time I come here, the staff…read moreis always so nice and takes their time preparing your drink and order. They have great savory breakfast items and other snacks. Be sure to keep an eye on their seasonal menu - that's usually where I order from. I recently tried the iced lavender matcha here and loved it. Highly recommend!

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4.1(1.7k reviews)
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One of my longtime go-to brunch spots in Indy has been Milktooth, and I'm happy to report the…read morerecent transition to "Arleen's" hasn't changed the things I've always loved about the place. Same great staff, same cool space, same open kitchen where a party of one like me can grab a counter seat and watch the chefs do their thing. I've honestly always enjoyed that part of the experience. Today I had the avocado toast with feta and an egg on top, and it totally hit the spot. Earlier this week I tried one of the newer menu items -- fried chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy, plus a sample of jalapeño cornbread and Asian slaw. Incredible comfort food. And as someone who normally isn't much of a slaw person, I was surprised by how much I loved it. They also tried to tempt me with the roast beef special, which honestly looked great, but at 10:30 in the morning I just couldn't fully commit to roast beef yet. Maybe next time. The new name is a nice tribute to the owner's mother, Arleen, but thankfully it still feels like the Milktooth so many of us have come to enjoy over the years. Definitely worth checking out if you haven't been in awhile.

Food was decent. We had a latke, sourdough waffle, bacon,…read moreeggs. Latke and waffle had good flavor. However, the service was terrible. I waited 30 mins for a drip coffee. 45 mins for the cortado. I personally think our order was probably not put in and forgotten.

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3.0(8 reviews)
0.4 mi•Mile Square

Beautiful cafe located at the entrance of the Omni hotel in downtown Indy…read more A coworker and I were looking for a cool spot to grab lunch and get a little work done and this spot was recommended. We found street parking outside and once inside, I couldn't believe how pretty it was. I heard that it was recently renovated and it shows. It has plenty of seating, free wifi, and a television. I ordered the baby romaine salad with salmon and a side of fries. The salad was pretty much a caesar salad with parm, a crouton crumble, and black garlic dressing. It was a bit pricey and the wait was much longer than I anticipated given we were the only two people in the entire restaurant. That said, the portions were pretty big. The side of fries was enough for a couple people to munch on and the salmon and salad were packed full of flavor. While quite salty, I was satisfied. I would try more of their menu if I happened to be staying here, but I wouldn't go out of my way to return. Given that I'm from out of town and visit a few times a year, this is very well a possibility. I'll end by saying the menu listed off a number of local businesses they support by utilizing their product, a local bakery, a brand of cheese, and a juicery to name a few.

We needed a spot for lunch but also somewhere we could sit and work for a few hours, so we came…read morehere. This cafe is super cute and modern. I loved that there was an outlet at every table, plus extra ones lining the booths. Such a nice touch! I ordered the caesar salad with grilled chicken and a side of fries. My colleague ordered the same but with salmon instead. The food took about 25 minutes to arrive, but the portions were huge! The fries came in a large bowl (definitely sharable), and the salads were also very generously sized. Protein portions were impressive, too. My salad was pretty good overall, though my colleague felt hers was a bit too salty. Ps-- Expect hotel level pricing!

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