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What's not to love about Juniper on Main. We sat outside on a warm summer day for lunch. It was col enough and our server was attentive, knowledgeable about the menu, the sweet tea was excellent, food was to die for. I love low country fare and they get it right. Carb cakes - killer. Cornbread - on par with best I've ever had, blackened catfish - chefs kiss, scallops and shrimp- I just wanted more!!, and a desert that was decadent. I'll keep coming back as it's so close to home.
I've had Juniper on Main saved in my collections for a while and this past weekend (Memorial Day/Race weekend) we decided to give them a try while attempting to avoid the crowds that were sure to be present in others parts of the city. This place is small...much smaller than I had imagined. In my opinion, there isn't really a good seat in the house, literally, because the restaurant is a converted home in a residential setting. Each and every table is either by the front door, near the kitchen, or restroom-adjacent. It also seemed like they were having some plumbing issues or something, because one area was blocked off making the seating situation even more limited. It was nice out, so we probably should've dined on the patio. Our server never introduced himself by name, so I didn't learn that tidbit of info until we got the bill. We ordered the deviled eggs flight, which he told us that he couldn't tell us about because "it's different every time". He did check for any allergens, which was thoughtful. The deviled eggs themselves were very much a blank canvas and the toppings were the entire show. Server asked if we wanted to play egg roulette or if we wanted him to tell us what they were. We wanted to know, so he pointed to each...extremely close, and I was so distracted by his finger hovering so dangerously close to my food that all I heard was "chimichuri". I have no clue what the others were. Oh, I think one was chili crisp! I also had the crab cake and loved the aioli that it was served with. My husband had the BLT, which comes with an egg on it and is served on Texas Toast. He's not a fan of Texas Toast, but he enjoyed the sandwich. If I were rating this on food alone, it would be 4 stars, but the cramped atmosphere and level of service brings it down to a 3 for me.
Just moved here from SC and have already been here twice! Everyone I bring absolutely loves it. Tastes like you are at the beach! The outdoor seating is so nice on a cool evening! Food comes out very fast. I haven't had a thing I didn't like!
We've returned to Juniper on Main twice since our initial visit. Both times we dined outside on their lovely patio and both visits were great experiences. On today's visit, Hannah took wonderful care of us. She told us she was happy we chose to dine on the patio so she, too, could appreciate this unusually warm February day. We appreciated her friendly and upbeat personality! Upon her recommendation, we ordered the citrus shrimp tacos as well as the jerk chicken tacos and upgraded to the coconut rice and beans as the side for both. We also had to order the hot honey chicken tenders with slaw and fries, which has become a menu favorite of ours as it is 100% southernly delicious. And, we have lots of yummy leftovers to enjoy, which is always a plus!
My family and I came here on a very crowded Carmel night and we were able to get in for a family dinner. The service was very friendly. The ambiance was comfortable. We ordered Quesadillas, bacon and pimento grilled cheese, fried chicken platter, short rib and pimento grilled cheese. It was okay. Our food came out very very quickly. Some of this was fried. Oh wow, we all said, that was quick we all added. But it was cold and tasted like it had been made some time ago. My wife had been here several times and always talked about how great it was. This time she said it was off - it was different. I don't know if we ordered something popular and these were premade or what happened. It looked good. Just seemed cold and old.
What a wonderful way to spend a Saturday! Took my mom here for her birthday and we had such a good experience! We ordered the crab artichoke dip for appetizer. I had the crab Rangoon tacos, while my mom had the catfish sandwich. Everything tasted amazing and perfectly seasoned! Our server was Mitch and he was absolutely pleasant! We sat on the outdoor patio, which was a wraparound porch. They had seating indoor, but it was a beautiful day to sit outside. I was pleased to see that they had a parking lot since they are on busy Main Street. The bathrooms were clean which is always a plus. Overall we had a great experience and I would gladly go back!
Hello, delicious South Carolina cookin'. We've been here a few times but this is my first review. Our past experience taught us that their portions are large for two seniors so we decided to find something to split for lunch and I immediately landed on the short ribs, dinner portion. They offer a lunch portion a well plus something similar on the sandwich menu. This was more than enough for the two of us since the meal is so rich. The dinner portion has two large pieces of beef lying atop cheese grits, all of this partly covered with a rich stout gravy. Three pieces of cornbread were served on the side. This also comes with a topping of pimento cheese sauce which we had served on the side. I never touched it as it just wasn't needed! The beef was tender but I still had to use my knife to cut it. The grits were outstanding, just the right flavor for both of us, and the gravy was absolute perfection. The cornbread was good as well. Each part of this meal complemented the other nicely. We both certainly recommend it as you can see by our empty plates. BTW, they do not split meals in the kitchen but will bring an extra plate.
I used to really love this restaurant, especially for the flavor profiles and consistency of high-quality menu items and ingredients. Lately, especially during my last visit, I am so sad to this quaint gem go downhill. My spouse and I arrived during a non-busy time and yet despite one person a table for two at the front of the restaurant, surrounded by several open tables, we were squeezed in between two parties in the back, so close to them that I couldn't hear my spouse across the table - very uncomfortable. Luckily we were able to move, after barely fitting through the tight space again to exit (tables were less than a foot from on another). I ordered a salad, which was pretty good, but I had to remove several brown pieces. My husband got the fried chicken meal which was decent, not great (no seasoning), but the collard greens were awful - we both gagged and had to spit them out. Clearly no one is tasting the food before serving it. The greens tasted completely metallic. Luckily we were able to get a different side, fresh green beans, which was a little better (very al dente, almost raw), but nothing was great. We ordered hummingbird cake to-go, my favorite part of coming here. I didn't think to check it before leaving, I just trusted it was great, as it had always been in the past. Upon getting home to indulge, we discovered it was a very stale, tiny piece of white cake, with white frosting, and a little coconut - NO hummingbird cake and no pineapple relish. I was very sad! I contacted the restaurant, just hoping to have the cake replaced when it's made correctly again, and never heard back. I'm not sure if they're too busy to care but quality control needs to be in place again. Until then, please spend your money at a place where quality matches the price, because this is not it (not anymore).
Such a great spot for a lunch break! The service was excellent, the atmosphere was relaxing and the beautiful views of Carmel made the experience even better. Definitely a nice place to step away, enjoy a good meal and recharge!
Came here to dinner with some friends and wished I had taken more photos! The minute I walked in I couldn't help but take in the airy and well-lit restaurant. I love that they have plenty of outside seating as well! I was quickly greeted by staff and taken to our table. Service was very quick and our waiter was very patient with us as we scanned the menu. We ordered the fried green tomatoes for table (based on the waiter's recc) and we are so glad that we did!! Perfectly crispy and tasted great with the sauce it came with. I ordered the chicken salad sandwich and the arugula salad on the side and it was good as well!! We will definitely be back to try more items off the menu!
We were visiting family who live nearby and wanted to take them somewhere they had not been previously and we chose Juniper based on their menu and reviews and we were not disappointed. Our server was attentive and friendly. We ordered the pimento dip and crab cake to start. The dip was not quite as good as we expected based on prior reviews. It was good not great. We enjoyed the crab cakes more which were full of crab. The entrees were the stars though - I had the peach glazed salmon which was cooked perfectly and the glaze was super flavorful. The collard greens were tender and had a tasty smoke flavor. A couple folks had short rib entrees and one had one of the shrimp and grits options. The servings were very hearty especially for the prices. All in our party agreed they would definitely return and happily order the same dish although there are many items on the menu we all want to try. We had seats inside and it was fresh and clean and not too loud despite being busy. Great place!
Nice litttle dining place. They have outdoor seating in warm weather. Parking is good nearby. Started with crab cakes, it was enjoyable when dipping on lemon aioli as the flavoring was lacking. I had to get 2 main courses with local stout glazed short ribs and grilled rib eye chimichurri as both looked really good. Both meat were tender and well flavored. Yum!!! Their fries are also very well flavored. Wifey got the peach glazed salmon. It was also well flavored. Service was attentive but not intrusive. Overall, had a really good time dining here.
*2.25/5* Unwhelming. - Service was fine to average. - Good ambiance outside. - The red wine sangria wasn't worth the price for the pitcher; house red with maybe 5 slices of assorted fruits. - The crab and artichoke dip tasted good. The pimento cheese dip was fine; closer to a nacho cheese dip. Both dips came with too few naan dippers to finish the dip (they charged extra for extra naan to finish the dip). - The cajun pasta was fine. Pasta was cooked well. I got it with chicken, which tasted good. The sauce was fine. - The hot honey chicken tenders were crispy, but lacked flavor. - The CBR chicken sandwich was good. Crispy and good size. - Do not order the side mac n cheese. $6 for some Stouffer's mac n cheese topped with the pimento cheese dip (that's basically nacho cheese dip). Overall, if someone asked to meet here for a meal I would request another restaurant but I'd still eat here if they insisted.
We visited Juniper on Main for a belated birthday lunch. This is a cute restaurant and if the weather is nice I recommend sitting outside as it's beautiful. I would rate my dish mediocre. This is only because I had to make modifications to my meal. The flavors were missing. I ordered the Charleston style shrimp and grits without sausage and the fried egg. I'm assuming those two items would've given the dish more flavor. read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
This is by far our favorite restaurant in carmel! Finally something different other then steakhouse! Their menu is so unique and the outdoor seating is perfect in spring/summer! Some of our faves is crab Rangoon tacos, shrimp & grits are amazing! & hot honey chicken tenders! We can't wait to go back and try other items. I do wished if they had beer on draft! read more
9 months ago
1 year ago
Finally got to try out Juniper On Main and was really happy with the experience. The tables are close together but it feels more cozy than crowded. We had a great waitress who told us her favorite was the meatloaf and it was delicious. The real hero was the flight of Deviled Eggs which I highly recommend. read more
8 months ago
2 years ago
Very cozy southern vibes. Smaller and intimate on the inside. Could hear everything from the kitchen where we were sitting. Dinner ambience was better than lunch. Also had a lipstick on our mason jar glass. Food wise, everything was absolutely delicious! Peach glaze salmon and hummingbird cake were our favorites. Came here for devour and hoping they keep these dishes as staples! read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
This cute spot is right down the street from me, but I'd never made it over until recently when I was looking for a nice but casual place to take my sister. The inside is pretty small, so you'll definitely want to plan ahead and make a reservation if you're going during peak hours. We got lucky with a nice enough evening to sit outside with some heaters. This is elevated soul food at its finest. I got a grilled cheese that had apples and jam that gave it a nice fall flavor. My sister got the Charleston style shrimp and grits, and it looked incredible. I got the spodee-o-dee to drink, and it was great. It's a red wine mixed with lemon lime and orange side, and it reminded me of a drink I had in Spain - super tasty. My sister got a mug of hot chocolate. We enjoyed our dinner here and would definitely be back! read more
1 year ago
I cannot wait to go back to Juniper! They have a lovely patio and the weather was perfect!! The inside is adorable too. Cute farmhouse vibes everywhere. We started with the fried green tomatoes and then had the salmon and the sea island platter. We loved everything. I especially loved the sea island platter. The plantains were perfectly cooked and were such a treat. Service was excellent and we are definitely looking forward to returning! Highly recommend! read more
4 years ago
Cute space outside! Perfect for patio dining. Parking is difficult with a small lot and busy side streets, but manageable. I had the Sea Island Platter with chicken which was delicious. I really enjoyed the plantains. The rice was a little dry, but good together with the rest of it. I got a side of grits and found them too dry as well. Good flavor though! My favorite was the hummingbird cake. 100% go for that and you should be happy! read more
1 year ago
We left enchanted with this place! They nailed Southern Coastal Fare concept. I tried the Forsyth Fig Salad which was huge and very filling. The fritters are filled with herbed goat cheese which are lovely and rich. Almost a dessert by themselves! My husband had the Sea Island Platter with pulled pork which reminded him of another dish he loves dearly. We each got a dessert. The key lime stacker cake was light, moist, and tasty! The lemon blueberry cake was chilled and had lemon cream cheese frosting. Good but on the dense side. Service was great from Karen and the owner stopped by to ask how our meal was. Already asked friends to come here with us before we left! read more
1 year ago
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1 year ago
Love the Hot Honey Chicken Tenders so much! So crispy, juicy, tender, and have great flavor. The aioli dipping sauce with it is amazing as well! I love the coleslaw too. Very creamy and flavorful. The fries are decent. Love the patio and in a great location! read more
We went for brunch on Saturday late morning. Reservations weren't needed as there wasn't a crowd yet. We chose to take advantage of the good weather and sit out on the patio. The moderately priced menu items reflect its advertisement of being a Midwest restaurant with "southern charm". We ordered the blacken tilipa sandwich and the fig salad. The fig salad was huge and the greens were fresh. It also included fresh berries, nuts, dried cranberries and other items. The best part were the 2 goat cheese honey fritters. Outstanding and unique. My least favorite item was the cubed sweet tea brined chicken. It was rather bland. Roasted chicken pieces would have been way better IMHO. Another thing, the rosemary fig balsamic dressing was the BEST. That's a recipe made to impress. Ole Boy said his sandwich was really good and that's contrary to his usual "it's ok" response when asked how a dish he orders is. There is parking beside Juniper and on street. As Juniper is located ín historical district, would recommend parking on the opposite end of main st. And take 10 minute stroll to restaurant. read more
3 years ago
Charleston Shrimp and Grits First time here for sure, we were return. Friendly staff, and great Southern food. read more
I've been going to Juniper on Main on an occasional basis since they opened a few years ago, but my latest visit a few days ago really impressed me. I had a shrimp pasta dish, and it was fantastic. We sat outside on a 'perfect weather' summer day, and the outdoor seating area didn't disappoint. Usually when I sit outside at most restaurants, the overall level of service seems to be only a fraction of what it would be inside, but not here. Our server was very prompt and kept us refreshed with drinks. I highly recommend this restaurant if you're looking for high quality southern-inspired quisine. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
The service was subpar. They can't blame it on the lack of staff as there were numerous servers and not many customers on a Tuesday night (there was only one group of diners inside and about a half dozen in the patio). Our server just wasn't very good. He missed my wife's drink order the first time around and during dinner he only stopped by once to check on us (he didn't bring any of our food out as there was dedicated staff for that task). My wife and I decided to try a bunch of small items rather than order entrees as we love the lowcountry cuisine of Charleston/Savannah and wanted to try as much as we could. Food was just OK. The crab stew was actually quite good. And it really is a stew rather than a soup - thick and creamy. The island rice was a huge disappointment. It was just white rice (I'm not even sure they used Carolina Gold) with canned black beans and coconut with a side of fried plantains - cloyingly sweet. The crab cakes were quite dry - possibly due to the fact that they were overcooked and almost black on one side. The cornbread was huge (about 10 x 3 x 4 in.), but also dry. It came with a couple tiny balls of spread (1 pimento cheese, 1 sweet butter) to moisten it up, but that's it. Which brings me to the next issue - price. We asked for more pimento cheese when our server finally came by, but he informed us that they charge extra for that. In fact the whole meal was just overpriced. All the appetizers were priced like entrees so our bill was almost $90. Note: Beer and wine only. read more
2 years ago
Went here to try it out during devour! The patio was first come first serve and they're super dog friendly! We started with the watermelon caprese appetizer! I unfortunately didn't get a photo. But it was so good! The watermelon was so refreshing! We both then got the blackened tilapia with guacamole. It really reminded me of sitting along the coast on a nice day. The rice and beans and other side items resting beneath the tilapia just added the freshness alongside the fish. The flavor was full yet light. Big fan. For dessert my friend got the vegan brownie which she loved. I got the seasonal specialty cake. It turned out to be a blueberry cake! Perfect for summer! The frosting was lemony? I'm not a huge fan of frosting, but it was good. Sitting outside was super nice! I love how much the staff seemed to love the pups! The southern coastal vibes in the Midwest were there! It makes me miss living in a coastal state, so knowing this place can give me a bit of that feeling makes me exceptionally happy! Good food and good times with the pups! read more
1 year ago
The ambiance of this restaurant is great but we ended up on the outside corner of it, right near the benches of people waiting which really lacks the same ambience but regardless the food was delicious! The sangria we got was also so yummy. It was definitely costly for me and my husband to eat but that's the price you pay for great food nowadays anywhere you go. I also felt like the service was slow but I didn't have my kids so I wasn't in a rush, still would go back! They're nachos and the sangria were soooo sooo so good! read more
~ went for the devour Indy deal! Inside was cute but very packed. Sound definitely echos. Hot Honey Buttermilk Chicken 8.3/10 - (Fresh Battered Buttermilk Chicken Tenders, Hot Honey Drizzle, Creamy Coleslaw, French Fries with Basil Aioli) * wasn't hot at all, was chicken and waffle with no waffle. The hot honey was almost like a syrup. Chicken was light and tender. Good french fries. Mae Mae's Meatloaf 7.9/10 - (Ketchup Brown Sugar Glaze, Mashed Red Potatoes, Smokey Collard Greens) * pretty good meatloaf, but this was a very small portion in my opinion. Hot Pimiento Cheese Dip 7/10 - (with Corn Tortillas) * some of the chips were undercooked, tough and oily. If you pick around those the cheese was pretty good. Light and creamy. Hummingbird Cake 8.4/10 - (Crushed Pineapple, Banana, Pecans, Cream Cheese Frosting) * extremely moist cake, wasn't expecting that. I think the dessert potential is through the roof. Red Velvet Cake 6.8/10 - (Cream Cheese Frosting) * not as good as hummingbird. read more
2 years ago
Stopped in here for lunch and decided to go a little less traditional and order just appetizers. As you can see from the photos, portion sizes are very generous and this was all more than enough for my husband and I. They have the cutest outdoor space as well. The corn bread was very good, although I didn't care for the pimento cheese spread it came with, I much preferred the sweet butter. But I'm sure that's personal preference. The fried green tomatoes and the lemon aioli was a perfect match! The crab cakes I think were my favorite such good flavor, and The plantains at the end was a perfect little sweet treat. I'm definitely looking forward to going back and trying some different menu selections. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
The food was colorful and delicious, and the restaurant was so comfy. The hummingbird cake is a must-try. Our service was 10/10 and highly informative . read more
I enjoyed Juniper on Main. The Charleston Shrimp and Grits were very solid and high quality grits with great flavor. The melted pimento dip was good. The deviled eggs were disappointing and a bit sloppy. I'm a fan of eccentric deviled eggs but these were too strange and looked not like the ones on the menu from previous photos which looked more appetizing. I think they may rotate them so it may be different next time. read more
My friend and I snagged a reservation spot here for a Thursday evening. I do recommend a reservation, Juniper on Main is a lovely spot but it is small. The weather was nice so we got to enjoy the patio during our meal! Our waitress was nice and tentative throughout the meal. We started with the Deviled Egg Flight and Fried Green Tomatoes, both were delicious!! I chose to get the Forsyth Fig Salad and my friend got the Crab Rangoon Tacos... my salad was full of flavor and texture with fresh berries, candied nuts and crisp greens, the star of my salad was the deep fried cheese. *drool We wrapped up our dinner with the Humingbird Cake and Lemon Blueberry Cake, a perfect way to end an excellent meal! I plan to make a reservation here for next month when I have family in town. I can't wait to share this spot with others! read more
This place is so cute! The patio will be so great for spring and summer outdoor dining. You absolutely must order the southern nachos! I'm still craving them! We tried the chili lime butter salmon and seafood platter. Both were really fresh and came with so much food. Can't wait to go back and try dessert and their shrimp and grits! read more
2 years ago
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110 E Main St
Carmel, IN 46032
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Have a bar?
We serve craft beer and wine with full table service. We do not have a bar on the premises.
I'm celiac, what are your gluten free plates?
Our GF options are listed on our online menu @ www.juniperonmain.com We are happy to modify any dish for dietary restrictions when possible.
Does Juniper on Main serve beer and if so do they have domestic beer?
Yes. Beer and wine
Do they take reservations?
Limited reservations for larger parties. Walk in’s always welcome.
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