Friday nights at flatwater are a vibe! The place was packed and there was live music. Be prepared to have a long wait! We were told a two hour wait but it was probably an hour max. We ended up just grabbing a drink somewhere else while we waited. I got the nachos with pulled pork. So delicious and every chip had some toppings. Not the huge pile where chips on bottom have nothing. If you're not a pork fan you can also get them with chicken like my friend did but it is an up charge of $8. read more

Flatwater Restaurant - Pulled pork nachos - Comfort Food Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I've been a fan of Flatwater for years - especially of their former build your own Bloody Mary bar on Sundays. While small inside, the true gem is the wonderful patio that overlooks the canal - on a summer day, nothing better than this patio. I recently went back to enjoy dinner with a friend. I opted for the nachos with chicken - ummmmmmm, delightful. While an appetizer, this is a great meal for someone and I had leftovers , so even better! The beer and cocktail menu are standard and priced just right. Staff are friendly and my food came out quickly. read more

Flatwater Restaurant - Nachos - Comfort Food Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Terrific lunch spot. Ate at the bar. Bartender was very friendly, and the food was excellent.

This place has a wide variety of different food, we have yet to try something we didn't like. We are partial to the fish tacos and the wings but o can say a thug bad about the food. The restaurant sits on the canal so the patio is where we always choose to sit, you can see ducks and it feels relaxing watching the water. On the weekends they have a lot of live music we have managed to catch several live shows on Friday night, fantastic! The service is good and the staff seems to really care if you are having a good time and enjoying the food. read more

a great spot in broad ripple! if you want a patio spot, be prepared to wait in warm weather but worth it! I had a reuben there - the brisket was delicious and it was a fun take on the reuben! great service - everyone is friendly!! read more

Love coming to my fav outdoor patio!! (Even when we have to sit inside) ! Such a fun lunch spot especially on a sunny day! The nachos are amazing and perfect to share with a group of 4! The tacos are always worth it!!! I love the shrimp and fish! Limited parking but there is some on the street and if the weather is nice it would be fun to walk to canal! read more

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The vibes here on a nice sunny day are immaculate. That being said, the wait can be pretty extensive. We went for lunch around 1:30/2 and outdoor seating for 3 people was 3 hours. The restaurant isn't very big which is understandable. However, they do save your spot in line electronically so you can walk around and receive a text when your table is ready. I ordered the rum runner while waiting which was super good. The nachos were equally fantastic. I love a good Reuben so I had to give theirs a try. I will say that this is certainly not a traditional Reuben. The ingredients and prep is different - so be aware. I wouldn't prefer this over a regular Reuben sandwich but it was still good. Could have used a little more sauce. read more

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I've always been intrigued by Flatwater since they always have music playing, so I decided to stop in for a late lunch. We were seated immediately near the front of the restaurant and our waitress was quick to get our orders. She was very attentive and constantly checked on our table. I appreciated the selection of dishes for vegetarians, and was tempted to try the bang bang cauliflower tacos. I ended up going with the blackened mahi with coconut jasmine rice. I was realllllyyy excited since I love coconut rice, but was a bit disappointed in my dish. It was oddly wet (see picture) in black bean juice (almost as if a can of black beans was dumped onto my plate). I didn't taste any of the coconut flavor in the rice and the fish was over cooked to the point where I couldn't cut into it with a fork. I saw other pictures of the same dish on Yelp, and mine seems to look the most different. Maybe it was just an off day, but the meal was pricy so I was disappointed. The next time I come here I would like to try the tacos. read more

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Flatwater is easily one of the best places I have been to in all of the capital! The attention to detail, menu variety, simple yet tasteful and easy to enjoy atmosphere, and real focus on customer service with not just two coming around to make sure we are having a good time and satisfied with our orders makes for a top-tier dining experience. Easy to see why I was told this is often booked solid and pushing for long waits. We happened to time our arrival right, a casual Monday afternoon before 5:00, us six guys were seated right away. I noticed the draft menu was small yet offering decent variety and right picking for winter sipping. The dark stout I had was perfect and set up a need for appetizers. We tried the calamari, brisket nachos, and Cuban wings. The plates showed up looking decently full for expensive appetizers. Could have complained about penny pinching but realized quit quick that at these flavors and chef skills the apps here are definitely worth the starting charge to excite the appetizers. We all enjoyed the savory and sweet eats! Fantastic nachos, well topped, the calamari especially tender and uniquely done for a casual American grill, much higher quality than expected. Two of us went for the brisket Ruben. Given how many I've sampled in the area twas an easy tie with the kimchi Reuben from Half Pint, amazing and perfectly made meats balanced with the slaw and bread. There were no complaints from the other five with me. Made me feel so good having picked out this place near randomly on a whim to fill up time and ourselves before my friends late flight back to Denver, we all would do Flatwater again! Indianapolis can be proud of this ideal dining spot. read more

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The bang bang cauliflower tacos were delicious, my friend said her blackened mahi was also great... had another couple friends who both tried the smoked salmon pesto wrap and were sorely disappointed. I tasted it--it was just very bland. But, the nachos were also good. And last but not least, we tried the hummingbird cake which was so good (which means a lot coming from someone who was already full AND does not have a sweet tooth). So, that said, 5 stars. The service was good. The only odd thing was that the restaurant closed at 10p and when we were walking out at... probbbbbably like 9:50p... literally the remaining staff was sitting at the bar and clapped as we exited. I'm not knocking the restaurant because I'm gonna assume they weren't intending to be rude. But. We were a little put off by having them applaud us leaving LOL. Very strange. Xoxo, Is this thing on? read more

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Flatwater is our favorite place in Broad Ripple for relaxed, outdoor dining with cold brews and both vegan & non-vegan food options! Service is consistently good and the outdoor ambiance is nice, especially if there are paw friends hanging out. If you're seated next to the canal, you'll likely observe ducks and the like in the water. :) On our latest visit, we enjoyed the rice noodle salad, Korean lettuce wraps, and black bean burger with chips. Most of the items noted as vegetarian on their menu can easily be veganized (e.g., hold the cheese). All was fresh and delicious, as always! Tip: It probably goes without saying, but if you want to dine outdoors on their patio with little to no wait, go at an off-time -- you'll have better parking options, too! read more

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I ordered this Pulled Pork Tacos (as pictured); which were solid. The nachos are great, and the calamari is great. It's in a really neat area too and I would imagine it would be nice to eat outside.(I didn't because it was January 3.) definitely recommend. read more

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I visited Flatwater for the first time with coworkers this week & was very impressed! The Baja Shrimp tacos were DELICIOUS. I added avocado and it made them even more scrumptious! I was stuffed but we celebrated my birthday so our server brought chocolate cake and it was amazing as well. Very light & fluffy! Our server (can't think of his name) was really down to earth and very great at his job. He took great care of us! We will definitely be back! read more

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Looking for an easy go-to with good food, great service, and a great outdoor patio? Look no further. Flatwater is your answer. The nachos were amazing-- definitely add the pulled pork. You will not be sorry. The garlic mushrooms were so delicious that even my 5 year old ate them up. The kids menu has all of the classics-- Mac n cheese, cheeseburger, chicken tenders, etc-- and the back patio was open enough that they could comfortably get up and move a bit without being in the way. And they loved watching the ducks on the water while we ate. Rounded out with some local beers on tap to try -- we will be back next time we're in the area! read more

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Stopped in for lunch when visiting from out of town. Great ambiance on back porch and their Korean BBQ tacos were amazing.

Great outdoor patio in the back right on the canal! Enjoyed the tuna tartare, which was good. After seeing a plate get served to the table next to us, wish I had ordered the fish & chips. Next time! read more

Flatwater Restaurant - Tuna tartare - Comfort Food Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Flatwater is somewhere I don't get to go very often, but every time I do I love it. My boyfriend and I came here during lunch on a random afternoon and I'm sure glad we did. It was a beautiful day, but a little windy so we opted to sit inside near the bar next to the large garage-style open windows. I love the atmosphere here with the inside-outside dining and being on the canal. It's the perfect lunch spot for a warm, sunny day. They had a fried cod sandwich on special that came with their house chips. The fish sandwich was really flavorful and I was able to decide what toppings I wanted on it, so I went with lettuce, onions, and pickles. The tartar sauce was served on the side. I usually do not like tartar sauce, but I tried this one and I actually thought it was pretty good. It wasn't too thick and had a lot of pickle flavor. Something that caught me by surprise was the chips! These were soo good. They were sea salt and pepper and packed with flavor. I thought I'd regret getting them instead of splurging and paying more for fries, but boy was I wrong. Overall, I have always loved this place and continue to love it. Will be back and hopefully will be sooner rather than later! read more

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What a popular place! I came here for dinner with friends and we had about an 1.5 hour wait. Since we didn't have a schedule we decided to wait it out. They have a nice deck waiting area with a server that comes around for drink orders while you wait, which was great! After around 1.5 hours, we were finally seated. And with perfect timing, we were able to pull up a table to our other friends who were already seated. They got there food once we were finally able to join them but it was great to just sit by the water in the beautiful evening weather. Our server seemed stressed and it showed with his mood, but he checked in on us frequently. I ordered my first aperol spritz which was delicious. My friend and I ordered the BBQ smoked wings and loaded fries to share. Both were delicious, especially the fries. I definitely want to come back again for tacos because they seemed to be very popular! I am excited to come here throughout the summer! read more

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Gorgeous atmosphere and great food! The waitress was so incredibly nice! The Red Slipper cocktail was wonderful! Unfortunately this was one of out later stops in the day after a lot of other food, so I only had the tuna tartar this time, but it was absolutely delicious! We don't eat land animals but one of our friends we went with got the Reuben and could not stop raving about it, she actually ended up going back the next day and ordering it again! I did snag a bridle sprout and they were amazingly delicious! Picture attached for other meat eaters to check out! Can't wait to go back and try the smoked salmon pesto wrap (what I wanted but was too full to get lol)! read more

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Relaxed vibe. Food was good. Fast friendly service. Meal came out fast and drinks stayed full

Our first time here did not disappoint! Friendly staff and outstanding food. The side of Brussels were delicious and sweet. The cauliflower tacos were yummy; slightly pricey at $14 without including a side but still worth it. The tacos were big enough for 5 of us to share. Metered parking out front was free on a Sunday. read more

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We had our Friday night date night here on 10/28/22 I had just washed my hair before leaving the house and I was freezing. When we arrived at the restaurant the hostess got us a table immediately. While I appreciate that there was no wait, the table that we were seated at was directly in front of the door. I informed the waitress that I was freezing and the server moved us immediately. I appreciated that. We got calamari as an appetizer, and it was good. I prefer smaller pieces that are crunchy but I still enjoyed theirs. I also got a pasta and shrimp dish that wasn't very flavorful but still enjoyable. Parking was bad but not the restaurant fault. All in all it was a nice evening read more

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Amazing food! Amazing vibe! Amazing service! This place was hopping on a Saturday night but it was exactly the vibe we were looking for. There was an hour and a half wait for a table outside but we ended up being seated right away at a table that was inside but by the open window, so it felt like we were on the patio. My salad (The Flatwater salad with blackened chicken added) was delicious. What appeared to be the owner or manager came by several times to ask how things were. Very attentive staff and just a great experience all around. read more

This place was WONDERFUL. We specifically found this place on a list of dog-friendly restaurants in Indy to visit post-eclipse and had a fabulous time. Even on a super busy evening, the staff was incredibly friendly and got us settled in the porch waiting area with outstanding cocktails while we waited for a table. The cocktails were all delicious (highly recommend their take on a whisky mule). The staff loved our dog and all kept coming over to say hello, and even brought him a bowl of water mid-meal when he looked like he was getting warm. The food was amazing: I had a grilled cheese with bbq brisket and it was perfectly cooked and absolutely delicious. Great atmosphere, great staff, dog friendly: Highly, highly recommend. read more

This is the place where you want to be a regular. During the winter, being cozied up at the bar feels so Apres Ski, and during the summer you'll wait however long to get a patio seat for live music. Food and service are always above average! Thankful to have Flatwater within walking distance! read more

Always a good time. Food is as expected. A good place to grab a drink or bring the family.

Came here with the girls for drinks and snacks and the vibes were superb!! I will say the patio was surprisingly busy with a wait time too for a Tuesday at 7pm?! The tuna tacos were delicious but honestly had a major kick that I wasn't expecting and was low key really spicy. Wish I had a heads up but still worth chugging the glass of water. One of my friends also ordered the wings appetizer and I was surprised that she got as many wings as she did - she said they were amazing and they were super juicy and flavorful. Overall their menus, food and drink, had a great selection and I can't wait to be back to try it again! Definitely not to be missed when in broad ripple for a late dinner. read more

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Service was so amazing. We told them we were in a rush to pick up my brother and they sat us down, gave us drinks and took our orders within 10 minutes of us sitting down. The food was pretty good too. The place has a very friendly and homey vibe, so overall this was a great experience! 10/10 would recommend whether you're in a rush or not :) read more

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Met a friend for dinner on a Thursday evening. One of the nicest weather wise for some time. We arrived at 5:30, but the outside seating was already full. We could have waited, but they offered seating in the bar by a huge window, it was perfect. We ordered our drinks and shared a calamari appetizer, it taste great. I then had the blackened mahi on coconut rice; it was incredible. The rice reminded more of risotto; I ate all of it which is unusual for me. The mango chutney was perfect with the mahi. My only disappointment was the lack of dessert choices, they had two. Fortunately since this is in broad ripple, it was a short walk to an ice cream place. I will return. read more

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if you love a good view & amazing food then Flatwater is the spot for you!!! it's the cutest spot with inside seating & patio seating. Out on the patio they have a bar where you can order drinks from. The view from the patio is BEAUTIFUL it's right off the monon. They have a great menu with food for everyone. I got the Flatwater nachos with brisket and it was 10/10. i'll definitely be back to try everything on the menu! Flatwater Nachos $11* topped with cheese, pico, black beans, corn, queso fresco, house bbq, guacamole, crema & you can add brisket or pulled pork for $5. read more

This is one of my favorite spots in Broad Ripple. Always sit on the patio! It's perfectly situated on the water and just the best spot for a casual lunch/dinner. read more

Disappointed-AGAIN I've tried this restaurant several times, only to be disappointed each & every time Server was pleasant/When ordering an asked which side we wanted she neglected to inform us that there was an up charge. The food was mediocre at best,& came out lukewarm. We ate in the bar area so table was visible at all times and dishes were not cleared I had 2 bring mine to bar. Wont be back read more

Best place in Indy. Awesome food. Great people. Incredible effort by owners and staff. The "Cheers" of the Midwest. Fantastic live music. Feels like home. Thanks guys for all of your hard work and effort Jay and Cheree Slusher read more

Flat water is an awesome neighborhood hang out and I've been coming here for a couple of years. Tonight was no exception and it was an absolutely beautiful night to sit outside and listen to some music. The place was Poppin, the music was fun, Staff were friendly and the food was fabulous. I had the grilled salmon with rice and asparagus which was delicious and abundant. My friend had the blackened mahi bowl which was equally appetizing! Add in some avocado shrimp appetizers and a couple of Aperol Spritz and it was a good night for all. read more

Found this place via yelp as we are from out of state on business. The staff here is so extremely nice. Food is good and the vibe of the place is great. Indoor or outdoor seating next to the river. The owner checked in on us. We loved our experience here. read more

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Saturday at 6:30 we decided to wonder over to Flatwater and see if we could get a table. They put our name on the list and told us it would be about 45 minutes. We took a walk to grab an ice cream elsewhere before settling in for a walk. Within about 20 minutes they called sharing that they had an area free where we could have a cocktail and an appetizer while we waited for our table which would soon be ready. This restaurant handled social distancing protocols so well, while simultaneously not sacrificing service. When our table quickly became available they promptly brought our drinks there instead. The ambiance on the deck on the water is awesome. The food was good, lots to choose from. Loved my cocktail, it tasted like summer. Definitely check this place out while the weather is still great. read more

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We had a fun brunch here today before we headed back to Chicago. All of the staff seemed to be in a great mood, which rubbed off on the diners! The location on the canal is awesome, they have a great deck and we felt comfortable eating outside. The food was good, it was nothing super exciting, but it was tasty and we enjoyed everything. read more

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Omg it was really delicious everybody need to go there! First of all the view, you got a perfect view of the white river and the ducks. Second, the beer was amazing, I totally recommend the beer (the one the draft beers anyone it's amazing). And finally the food, the blackened mahi was on point, the rice was soft, creamy. My husband had the Cuban sandwich and he really loves it, the homemade fries crispy with the dip was a good combination of flavors, the whole dish was pretty amazing and well balanced. read more

Flatwater Restaurant - Cuban sandwich - Comfort Food Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Food was delicious . Beautiful view .. our waiter was super nice and checked on us many times . I enjoyed my lunch .. def go back read more

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Just a quick update to drop all your plans and head to flatwater (except on Sundays because they are closed) to get your fill of the Thai shrimp appetizer. It's crispy, drenched in sauce that makes your mouth water and just all around addicting. You can thank me later. read more

Flatwater Restaurant - Thai shrimp - Comfort Food Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana