Really fantastic spot with a hip, relaxed vibe and great food! Absolutely worth the ten minutes…read moredrive from the interstate. I had the Toasted Italian sandwich and loved it. The soft pretzels/beer cheese and chips/salsa were hits with everyone in our party. Didn't get a chance try the drinks--but I'll be back for that! While you're there, be sure to take a few minutes to walk or drive the local Art Walk. Lots of really incredible public murals to enjoy. Our visit to eMbers made my day!

This is a unique restaurant with a unique menu. It has a beautiful large covered patio that is…read moreheated so you can still enjoy eating on cool October evenings. My husband had the wood fired pork chop topped with house made bourbon barbecue. It looked scrumptious and tasted scrumptious. I had the figgy delight from the wood fired. Oven. May sound a little strange, but omg, out of this world. We enjoyed the eclectic decor. We ate in what i would describe as the 1950's greenhouse with 50's and 60's 45's covering one wall. Our server was very gracious, especially since we had a lot of questions. If you are ever in the Rensselaer, you must stop at Embers. Great beer and whiskey selection.

Smoked kielbasa as an appetizer on the menu? Heck yeah, I'm here for it. And you know what? The…read moresmoked kielbasa was even better than I was hoping it would be. It came with three different sauces: beer-infused mustard, tangy barbecue and creamy horseradish. I could have just sat here and ate charred pork and drank beer and I would have been happy. We also got a Caesar salad, which was OK but would have been a bit better if it came dressed -- the dressing came on the side. The wedge salad was good but was less of a wedge and more of a regular salad. Fenwick Farms has a kids menu, which features things like cheeseburgers, buttered noodles, chicken strips and other kid-friendly foods. Each kids meal comes with a side and a dessert (ice cream sundae), although we didn't get our ice cream, but it was fine because my kids didn't need anymore sugar that day. Speaking of kids: They have free arcade games to play! My kids played Pac-Man and NBA Jam while we waited for our food. The Fenwick Farms Brewing Co. beer is made right here at the brewery, and this is the first and only craft brewery in Rensselaer. They have 30 different beers on tap (most their own, some guest beers), and they offer flights. Indiana knows how to do craft beer, and FFBC is another great example of great beer.

We have been wanting to visit here for a while, and I'm so glad we finally did! The service was…read morefast and friendly, the drinks were great, and the food was memorable! The server helped me pick a popular drink, she let me try any of their tap beers before deciding what I wanted. We had the sausage appetizer and it was delicious! We will definitely be back!

Great lil tavern pub!!…read more Patrons and servers were all VERY welcoming and friendly. Great place to chat it up with the locals and have a yummy burger that will remind you of the diners we all grew up on. I'd definitely stop back in next time I'm in the area. Pro or Con depending on your outlook but they allow you to smoke inside... for me, I appreciate the nostalgia of simpler times, good conversation and frosty beverages.

If you want to go where the locals go, stop here. Not only is the atmosphere great, they have a…read morevery unique burger. Just order it as it comes. Somehow the ingredients come together. I stop every time I'm in the area.

We were on our way home and stopped here for a quick bite. Just a nice local restaurant with…read morecomfort food. We all enjoyed ourselves food and the service was excellent. Nothing special but what they serve is very good and spot on. What they serve is very good. I highly recommend it.

ABSOLUTE awesome! We got there 10 minutes before closing- was scared we would be turned away. We…read morewere welcome in the door and never rushed to leave. We knew we were late, so we ordered a quick fix meal. ABSOLUTELY the best. Service was great too! That was the second time there this week - first time was great also.

Stopped by the Northside Bar & Grill in Rensselaer, Indiana yesterday ....Got the Tuesday…read moreTenderloin Special - 1/2 of the regular sized sandwich , tots and a can of pop for $10 .. Damn tasty breading with juicy pork inside...I'd definitely go back and you should stop by and judge for yourself.

If you ever find yourself within a 50‑mile radius of Rensselaer, IN, hit the brakes and get…read moreyourself to Northside Bar and Grill. Trust me -- their "Hammered Hog" pork tenderloin is about to become the stuff of legend. I'm from Bloomington, IL -- land of tenderloins so big they barely fit on the plate (looking at you, Schooners). So when I say this one is worth crossing state lines for, I mean it. The "Hammered Hog" is pounded flatter than my wallet on payday, seasoned like grandma's Sunday dinner, and so tender it could make you question your loyalty to your hometown tenderloin. It's a hidden gem -- or maybe a hidden hog? Either way, pull over, grab a seat, and get ready to loosen your belt. You'll thank me later. Kudos to Amber F. with the welcoming service and recommendations!

I grabbed some take out steak fajitas with corn tortillas while in town with some friends. I called…read moremy order in and they said it'd be ready in 10 minutes; and it was! The meal was pretty good. I ordered with corn tortillas for gluten free friendliness and no cheese or sour cream for dairy free friendliness. The steak could've used some more seasoning, I think, and some pieces were too fatty. But overall, it was a decent little lunch and helped me make the most of my trip through town!

Great food every time and great atmosphere. The tamale making class was a blast, and I ended up…read morebringing home some of the best tasting tamales I've ever had.

Food is very good and service was great. Will do again. Breakfasts are very good, as well…read more Biscuits and gravy, great.

Ok, if you are looking for one of those spit polished, heavily themed Mexican restaurants ... this…read moreisn't it. If you are looking for something more like a family restaurant, far removed from the tourist areas in almost any Mexican city or town, then you have found the right place. The place is clean. The chairs, tables and booths mismatched and well used but serviceable. The menus photocopied. The lighting is a little harsh. There's the compulsory photo of the Pope and the Madonna hanging in the corner. All of this and great food combine to make this my go to place for authentic Mexican cooking. I just sat down for a carry it dinner of 3 tacos pastor ($7.95 - Mexican style with cilantro, onion and tomato, thank you) some very good rice and the best beans I have had since I moved here from Chicago in 2005. I wish I could have shown you but I thought about pictures after I ate ... the smell was driving me wild! If your looking for real, authentic, family cooked food ... Get off of I-65 at exit 215, drive about 3 miles East to the stop sign, turn left and look for the orange building on the right. You won't be sorry. I'm thinking about going back again tomorrow!

Always great, consistent food. Clean and friendly! 10/10 always! 20 plus year customer!!read more

I ordered the Mongolian beef. I got a plate full of stirfry onions and about three bites of beef…read morecame with white rice only thing good out of the whole meal was the fortune cookie. I am never going back.

What a fun place! When I travel, I try to find the places the truckers used to call a "Local choke…read more& puke" (maybe they still do?) that are locally owned diners. I already know what I'm going to find at portion-controlled franchise places, and the local diners tend to have a colorful atmosphere all their own. This is such a place! It's a typical diner as you enter, a counter on the left with stools, booths along the far wall on the right and tables down the middle. I knew I was in the right place when I saw that sign that says, "Beware of Attack Waitress." Over a large table in the back is a sign that says, "Reserved for Farmers, Fisherman, Golfers, and other liars." The ringleader of the guys at the liar's table struck up a conversation with me, asking where I was from (my Green Bay Packers jacket might have been a giveaway that I was not from town.) I told him I probably qualified for the liars' table because I used to sell used cars. He said, "Well, that's about the same as an equipment dealer!" and waved me over. As you might guess, Buck is the local implement and tractor dealer. I ordered a pancake and coffee, while Buck and I, along with several local farmers (not much to do on the farm in February) began swapping stories, most of which were probably true. The Attack Waitress wrinkled up my check and said, "No need to add it up, it's $2.80" and I paid her right away. She disappeared, but came back a few minutes later and explained she's the only one who can work the cash register and had to get to the bank. That's not gonna happen in a franchise place, which is exactly why I look for places like Janet's. The food is predictably average, which is exactly what I look for in a local joint. I'll be there next time I get to Rensselaer, whenever that might be.

Classic example of a roadside diner. Food is okay service is good but somewhat outdated.read more

Traveling on I-65, it always appears that there are only fast food choices at the exits. This…read moremakes La Fiesta an exciting discovery! Conveniently located just off the exit, this restaurant and market provide a nice place to stop for a meal. The food is excellent and prices are extremely reasonable. Service was fast and friendly. You can shop in the market after placing your order. The hot sauces have great flavor. My favorite is the red.

Perfect road trip stop. Got sopes, a burrito, and a torta, and they were all delicious! Nice…read moreselection of market items as well- ended up buying a tortilla press while we were there. Friendly staff working there as well. Overall, just a very pleasant place to stop in and grab a bite!