I don't mind leaving a 20% gratuity--in fact, I often choose to leave more when I receive excellent service. However, I was disappointed that a portion of the automatically added 20% gratuity will be going to Jess W. I expected better service, especially with gratuity already included. When I asked if I could purchase a side of hash browns, I was willing to pay the additional charge. Instead, I was told there "was only enough for the hash browns on the burgers." The response felt dismissive, and there was no effort to see if another option was available or to provide a more customer-focused explanation. I understand that menu items may have limitations, but good service is about how those situations are handled. Unfortunately, the level of service I received today did not meet my expectations. I hope this feedback is shared so future guests have a better experience. Food was excellent, but go someplace else if you are looking for better service. read more

One of my longtime go-to brunch spots in Indy has been Milktooth, and I'm happy to report the recent 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. read more

Food was decent. We had a latke, sourdough waffle, bacon, eggs. 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. read more

Milktooth - Sourdough waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Milktooth lives up to the hype. I got the breakfast burger and it was super good, and the fries that came with it were just as solid. My significant other got the blueberry waffle, and after trying a bite I can say it was insanely good too. Service was quick and everyone was friendly and helpful. It is a bit on the pricier side, but that is expected for a place like this. The ambiance is great, especially being in a walkable part of Fountain Square. The inside is really nice with cool decor and a lot of natural light that makes it a comfortable place to sit and enjoy your meal. read more

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First time at Milktooth and I loved the atmosphere! It was a beautiful day, so it took awhile to get in, but my friend and I had a great time chatting and catching up while we waited on a table. Our food also took a little while to show up, but we loved the menu options! My cinnamon roll was a little bit more dry than I liked, but I loved the side of whip cream it came with! The S'mores Dutch Baby was probably our favorite menu item! Would come back again just for this! Would also highly recommend the specialty coffee drinks. read more

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Hands down one of the best brunch experiences of my life. They don't take reservations ugh and when we arrived after the hike from around gainbridge fieldhouse in high 30s weather the people loitering around did not inspire optimism. We put our name down and were told they would "get us in as soon as they can". We waited outside. In the teeth chattering cold. The thought of saying fuck it and bouncing did cross my mind but not seriously. Something told me to wait (probably the reviews I read that said explicitly "it's well worth the wait"). Excitement grew as each party left the restaurant with their little table away boxes and we knew our time was near. Eventually the host said the words we had been waiting for "Bekki, party of 2". We sat at their little countertop bar situation which was excellent because it provided a nice view of the behind the scenes cooking business. It is super warm and inviting inside with a lot of little Knick knacks. Service is friendly and prompt. We both wanted their bottomless drip coffee. GF ordered their bloody mary "it was good". I ordered a beermosa which was DELICIOUS! I don't know if orange juice most makes everything good or what. I had to try their famous Dutch baby which was fantastic. I don't feel qualified enough to really discuss it as I don't know if I have ever had one before but that fruity syrupy shit on top was really refreshing and tasty. GF ordered the grilled cheese and a side of grits. The grilled cheese was huge btw and filled with gooey melty cheese the bread was grilled to a crispy crust on the edges and there was some sweetness to the flavor GF said was some syrupy business. What an unusual combo of flavors there The grits were out of this world. Blue corn and RICOTTA CHEESE?! Are you joking me? Are you fucking with me? Get out of here. Absolutely next level better than sex fantastic orgasmic brunch meal absolutely worth the wait. read more

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The savory Dutch baby is the most interesting thing I've eaten in a long time. The base was some type of a very lightly, sweet, spongy pancake. Savory pulled pork, mozzarella and pineapple ranch with cilantro. Who even thought of this combination? A magician sent straight from heaven. We also got the biscuits and gravy, and I can't remember it had a fancy name, but once again, fabulous because it had a soft cooked egg on top and some type of interesting spin on a normal gravy. The spicy bloody was fabulous, they bring it out with a corona so that you can sip the corona after the "spice" to take to bite out. Make sure you check the hours because, they truly do have limited hours. It is worth the experience and it is truly a taste bud experience. Side note: on our check, the tip was added in already and I didn't notice and I wrote in an additional tip. The waitress was fabulous and it was fine, but just pay attention in case you have a large group. This is relevant. read more

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Still exceptional after all these years! News that Milktooth will transform to a new concept this spring so we had to come before that happened. Lucky if you get a parking spot in their lot but there's free street parking around. Arrived later than opening time on the weekend so we had a 40 minute wait. Clean bright space; bustling atmosphere on the weekends. Noted the auto 20% gratuity and 3% fee for using credit added to bill listed on website and menu. However I had no issue with the friendly and food service. There was good communication when we mentioned a food allergy and felt safe assured to enjoy our meal. Kiddos gave their thumbs up approval, hubby gave the head nod approval, and I with my happy shimmy approval with every bite. Milktooth is truly a spot with top culinary creativity, skills, and taste. Will sorely miss and also excited to try what's to come! read more

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I ordered: 1. Apricot & Ricotta Dutch Baby Pancake - stewed apricots, cardamon, orange, whipped ricotta, toasted walnuts 2. Sweet Potato Coldbrew - coldbrew, sweet potato syrup, vanilla, heavy cream, served over ice 3. Slab Bacon - two slabs thick cut, Old Major. marinated in chicken stock, rosemary, star anise, nutmeg 4. Beignets - whipped mint cream, chocolate ganache & cocoa nibs Delicious combination of flavors in the apricot Ricotta Dutch Baby and not terribly greasy. Slab Bacon was super tender and flavorful. Beignets were soft and decadent. Sweet potato Coldbrew was interesting and refreshing. No issues with service. I recommend coming earlier if possible because it gets busy. read more

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Milktooth lived up to the hype. We stopped in while visiting Indianapolis and honestly enjoyed everything we ordered. Gingerbread latte, pumpkin hojicha muffin, Afternoon at Grandma's Dutch baby, patty melt, plus the two eggs your way with slab bacon -- nothing missed. The gingerbread latte was cozy without being too sweet, and the pumpkin hojicha muffin was unique in a really good way. The Dutch baby was the standout -- warm, comforting, and exactly what you want from a dish like that. My daughter would probably argue the scrambled eggs were just as good as dad's, which I'll take as high praise. The vibe was cute and friendly, the menu was creative but comforting, and even with a big order it never felt chaotic. Would absolutely come back. read more

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Bright and airy breakfast/ brunch that's out of a repurposed auto garage (it looks like this was an actual car dealership long ago). During this visit, I was a tourist and first time Indy visitor, but having lived in Silver Lake (LA, CA) for a few years, I think it's safe to say this place is located in an area that leans more hipster. Which is great, because I tend to find the restaurants I really love in these areas. The place was crowded, but I was able to get seated pretty much right away at the bar. The host and my server were very warm and friendly. The menu consists of breakfast classics as well as some more creative dishes. I already knew that I wanted to try one of their sweet Dutch Babies. It was the Peaches and Cream Dutch Baby on the menu at the time of my visit and it sounded perfect. Not familiar with the produce cycle out here, but peach season is winding down. It was delicious! (and aesthetically pleasing) Basically a thick, chewy, substantial pancake served with fresh fruit and cream on top. They have a savory version of the dish as well. I also ordered a latte to wash it all down. Such a pleasant meal with pleasant people in a wonderful setting. If I mind myself back in town, this is definitely on the short list of places to go to for breakfast/brunch. read more

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The coffee is always delicious and I have never had a bad latte here. Milktooth's menu is very gluten heavy, and as someone with a gluten allergy it is difficult to navigate ordering here. This time I ordered cheesy grits with bacon and an over easy egg. I love grits so much and I had high expectations. Unfortunately, the grits came out soupy and I kept having bites that bordered on uncooked which was not enjoyable. The egg was not over easy, none of the yolk was runny. The overall taste was fine and I appreciated the aftertaste of the dish, but I just wish it would have been executed better. Cherry on top was getting sick afterwards. At this point I have tried Milktooth enough times to feel confident in writing it off and sticking with other options that do a better job of accommodating allergies. read more

Milktooth - Grits - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This is place is such a gem. Everything is so unique and tastefully done. Wonderful service and I nice atmosphere. It's not reply the place if you're trying to eat healthy, but if you want an amazing culinary experience in a casual atmosphere, it's a must! The only downside is that there's usually a wait for a table, but it is reasonable and well worth it! read more

Milktooth - Saag Paneer biscuits. Wow! EXACTLY the right amount of heat. My wife had the Chilaquiles and she said it's the best she's ever had! Go! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

It's been awhile since I've been here and I forgot how much I loved this place! So cozy, and the staff makes me feel like I'm their neighbor. The downside is, if you don't get there early, they'll likely be out of a few dishes (and always really good ones). This particular visit I tried the smash burger for the first time and was very pleased! The highlight was the bacon fig jam on it -- delicious! They also have great matcha, and make all syrups in house which is a huge plus. Can't wait to return! read more

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Milktooth is THE spot in Indianapolis. Friendly staff, artist work on the walls, and most importantly it feels like they really care about food. Everything on the menu sounded good so it was hard to pick. I went with Turkish Egg Dutch Baby Pancake since I lowkey have a pancake obsession and a Dutch baby is hard to come by in NYC. It was the perfect balance of savory and sweet - a true brunch icon. If I lived in the area this cafe would be my go-to for sure. The service was excellent. When splitting the bill they divide it by the seat, super convenient. But they also automatically add 20% tip which I'm not mad bc I would've tipped that regardless but a heads up! read more

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I have heard nothing but good reviews about milktooth for as long as I can remember, but unfortunately my experience was less than. I would call myself a hesitant foodie. Im open to new experiences, but im still aware of when food is very middle of the road. Unfortunately thats how I felt about milktooth. Nothing was mindblowing. Service and Ambiance 9/10 read more

Milktooth - Biscuits and Gravy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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This is a positively lovely place for brunch. We ate here twice during our recent visit to town and we're very pleased on both occasions. Service, food, and atmosphere we all top-notch. read more

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What an awesome brunch for the family of six adults. Very interesting mixtures of flavors on a totally unique menu. Must be there to understand the ambience. A little tough to see from Virginia street but there is plenty of parking space. Got a huge sample of the menu because one family member had worked with a few of the staff. Oysters were very fresh. Key lime pie was superb. I was personally guaranteed that every item on the menu was Lucious and I believe it now! read more

Lively brunch spot that lives up to the hype. I had the oxtail hash and an orange maple espresso soda, both of which were incredible. Got a table relatively quickly and staff is always super friendly despite a busy crowd. Bittersweet they are changing concepts but excited for their next venture. Long live Milktooth! read more

Milktooth - oxtail hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

i adored this place! the vibe was spot on with the thrifted plates and fun furniture, the service was wonderful, and the food was unique and delicious. it really is the perfect spot to get brunch and a great latte or freshly squeezed lemonade. i highly recommend trying their focaccia and beignets. i'm certainly sad to know that they are switching from brunch to a "meat in three" restaurant, but i can't wait to see what else they have to offer. read more

Milktooth - goat cheese and blueberry jam biscuit, scrambled eggs, sausage links, beignets, focaccia, honey buzz latte, and lemonade. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This is one of the best brunches I've ever had. I'm thankful to have found Milktooth via a Conde Nast article prior to a trip to Indianapolis because it was definitely a highlight for me. The wait can get a bit long but they sat us within a reasonable time at a few bar seats. The environment was electric and once inside you just know you are about to have an enjoyable experience and meal. I started with the banana milk iced coffee and I can't believe I've never had anything like this before, it was delicious! Not too sweet and the perfect compliment to all the savory goodies in our meal. My friend and I split the burger, sourdough waffle, and side of cheddar grits. The burger had crispy edges to the patty and an amazing relish. The waffle had some crazy cool flavor combinations with honeycomb, beats and Parmesan cheese. And you can never got wrong with grits. It was an amazing meal in a super trendy, not pretentious environment and I loved every bit of it! read more

Milktooth - Sourdough waffle with Parmesan and preserved plum - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Milktooth was always one of my favorite brunch locations in Indy for its variety and seemingly endless menu changes. Coming back 3 years after my last visit, Milktooth is still the same great restaurant. Always packed, great coffee, and an equally enjoyable vibe. Milktooth doesn't miss. One noted change since we left the city a few years ago was that the portion sizes had notable changed in terms of the Dutch baby which stinks a little. read more

Milktooth - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Milktooth is no longer operating. The space is now Arlene's Meat and Threes, and brunch is no longer served. We went at 1030 on Sunday, and the smoked meat menu was all that was available. There is no signage outside to let you know. At that time on a Sunday, we were not interested in smoked meats, so we did not stay. I also think it's pretty nutty that they automatically add 20% gratuity on all checks, regardless of quality of service (as noted on the menu). read more

Pricey but worth it! The food is phenomenal. The balance of flavors left you wanting to come back the next day for the same dish. Perfect date breakie/brunch read more

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Pre- run coffee quickly turned into a double smash burger, beignets, and Dutch baby pancakes. I ordered bottomless drip to start. Phrasing is everything. Free refills sounds better? Nonetheless, upcharged for bottomless. The beignets were decent, the accompanying custard was rich. The smash burger was average. The highlight of the meal was the Dutch baby pancakes. The Greek yogurt and egg were a nice touch. Light and flavourful. I'd get that again. Cool spot for sure. read more

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Great brunch spot in Indy. Tried something new, a Turkish dish with eggs and the most amazing fluffy pancake creation I've ever tasted. Husband went with smash burger and fries. He loved every bite, fries were perfect. Service was friendly and they were super busy but everyone was working as quickly as they could. It's hot and humid out so sitting inside got a little warm and uncomfortable at times but it was still a great experience. Fun decor inside with interesting art that created conversations. Outside seating was packed but it would be nice to return to enjoy the fresh air. Would highly recommend if you are looking for a new brunch spot. read more

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Milktooth was so good! This was my first stop in Indianapolis; as I'd heard many great things about this place. The rumors are true, it's worth the hype! I got the oysters to start, which were so fresh and delicious. Then I got the savory Dutch baby pancake - WOW. Unlike anything I've ever had before. I usually go sweet for brunch so I was a little nervous, but I absolutely made the right choice! Have to give credit to my server for the suggestion and for overall being so helpful and kind! The inside is super cute as well. It reminds me of an Australian coffee shop - somehow quaint and retro at the same time. Highly recommend! read more

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The menu they gave us had like 3 options for food. No brunch they said they changed the menu. This is not a brunch restaurant. Overpriced not very good food. 20% automatic gratuity added for a party of 2. Staff was also rude. Avoid this place. Things have changed it's not what it used to be. read more

Milktooth - New menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

The name doesn't lie, Milktooth serves up savory food, and an extremely pretentious vibe. What do I mean by that? Look at the twee photography on their website of opulent food compositions. Most of this food is not even served in the actual restaurant, there are barely any visuals describing what the actual restaurant is like. You need to order food à la carte here, it will be expensive. This is a great place to order a half dozen things with a half dozen other people and share them. If you're coming here by yourself for some breakfast, expect to spend $20-$30 and probably still be hungry. I got eggs, bacon, and a biscuit, and I think it was about $24. It was very good, to be sure, but I don't think it was really worth that. My server was extremely friendly though, at odds with the hipster elitism of the space. read more

We finally made it to MilkTooth & our beautiful, out of town, guest came with us to experience the magic! Pro Tip, visit on a weekday for minimal wait and more intimate setting! We visited on a Monday afternoon at about 1230 and were seated right away. To our surprise the inside dining area was mostly empty and we received plenty of attention from the serving staff. Also delighted to find a happy hour menu on our table! $25 pitcher of mimosas and $1 raw oysters... Yes, Please, and Thank you. You'll enjoy the culinary experience provided by MilkTooth if you have a taste for unique and bold flavors throughout your meal. We loved everything from the iced coffee to the raw oysters. 08-19-2024 read more

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Grits and the Patti melt so good. The service was incredible and sensitive to our needs. The place was busy, but the perfect white noise so you can hear your guest. Loved the atmosphere. read more

Milktooth - Ambience - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Milktooth was recommended online and by a couple locals. Showed up at 9:50 am on a Sunday and waited in a disorganized clump with a couple dozen others until the employees came out to open the doors and gently chastise the folks for not forming a proper line. Chose to sit inside as the patio tables filled up first. At this point, there were only two other groups indoors, mind you. Hostess first attempted to sit my party of two at the far end of the counter near the access to the kitchen/coffee bar, clearly one of the worst seats in the house. I requested a table instead, seeing as there were multiple two-tops still available. Felt like this annoyed the hostess, and she seated us at what I would judge as an inferior table near the highest traffic area of the restaurant. After this hiccup, the rest of the experience was positive. Our server was prompt and polite. Items were brought out as they were ready, not timed for our mains to arrive at the same time. I had the squash latke with cotija and radish, which was hearty but the latke desperately needed seasoning. There were no condiments or S&P on the table. The grits with cheddar, green onions, and bacon were delicious. Specialty iced brown butter latte was average and served inexplicably in a stemless wine glass. Decent stop for brunch, but not a place I would line up or wait more than 15 minutes for. More expensive than expected and automatic gratuity added. read more

Milktooth - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Met with a couple people here Saturday morning, it was pretty busy as we finally got some decent weather in Indy. We weren't a fan of the menu and it took a while to narrow down our options. Our server, Emily, was amazing, just the sweetest! We ordered Croque Monsieur waffle, potato latke, and sweet Dutch pancakes. It's definitely an acquired taste and I can't say I'd go back. 4 stars is for Emily and the nice couple that paid our bill. read more

Milktooth - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I've read about this restaurant in Bon Appetit and bookmarked it. After many years, I was able to dine here. We came around 10:30am and waited for about 30 minutes to be seated at the bar. There are no hooks to hang your bags. Jackets can be hung on a rack next to the restrooms. I started with the sweet potato latke (gochujang butter, sesame seeds, scallions, nori). As my entree, I had the savory Dutch baby pancake (Old Major Texas hot link, salsa macha, chihuahua cheese, baked egg, cilantro). They make different versions of each every so often. Both were just ok to me. The pancake seemed like pizza to me. It was a bit oily too. I mostly enjoyed the chicken wings my friend got. My bf really enjoyed the biscuits & gravy. It was really filling. What I dislike is that there is a 3% credit card processing fee AND automatic 20% service fee. read more

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I can't believe I just discovered this gem after living in Indy for a year. I got the grilled cheese and it was to die for. It's made with cranberry walnut bread, fontina, St Andre triple cream cheese, truffle honey, and a sunny side up duck egg. I thought I tasted brie cheese in there, but it might have been something else. All the flavors complement each other so well making it the PERFECT mix between sweet and savory. I need to come back and try more items on their menu!! Milktooth has that cozy brunch atmosphere. Right when you walk in, you can smell all the amazing food and you just know that what you're about to eat is gonna be sooooo good. The workers were all very friendly too! The ambiance of this place is very nostalgic to me as it gives me the same vibes as brunch spots back home in SF. I love it. They have a small parking lot, but if that's full there is street parking as well. read more

Milktooth - Grilled Cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

The quality of Food that comes out of Milktooth's tiny kitchen is just astonishing. I mean the audacity of Jonathan Brooks and his chefs to put out locally sourced, creative, delicious food consistently - how dare they. Honestly though because it really makes it hard to brunch elsewhere and not be just a little eh. The Service is wonderful but be prepared to wait 10 min at least up 2 hrs on a nice Saturday morning. Good news is you can always order from their coffee bar and pastry bar to tide you over. The ambiance is electric, hipster, thrifty vibes. The tables are sat community style so if your coming with a smaller party you might be sat with another couple at opposite ends but just a heads up. Honestly I love it though, I always make new friends. We prefer the patio just over here praying for sunny better days. read more

Delicious! So worth the wait! We were in this area and came across this place on yelp and decided to try it out! The server was super nice and recommended the peach dutch baby and it was soo yummm.. we also loved the potato latke and the salad! read more

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I do not live in Indianapolis, so Milktooth is truly destination dining for me: whenever I know, I am going to be coming to town, I make sure I get a chance to have breakfast or brunch here. This has been the case for a decade, and every single time I have had an excellent experience. Service is friendly and prompt, but not overbearing. The restaurant's aesthetic is cool, artsy, but very welcoming; I've saw both outside and inside and both are pleasant. Be sure to get there right at opening, though if you don't want to risk waiting for a table. The food is always excellent and inventive and fresh; I highly recommend trying at least one suite and one savory option, particularly from their Dutch baby pancakes or waffle selections, and some sides to share (the cheesy grits are excellent!). The specialty coffee drinks are also great, like their signature brown butter latte. I'm surprised Milktooth doesn't have five stars across the board, because it is always a five star experience when I go. read more

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Food and service were great! As a party of two you may be seated a table with others - long table. Which was fine with me. I had the shrimp Salad Po boy. The grits wee creaming delicious. Note: Like a lot of it he restaurants. There is an automatic 20% gratuity regardless of party size.. Worked out this time but I am not sure I agree with this policy. Wish they just paid service staff what they are worth and price food accordingly. (My opinion only). read more

Super hipster vibes. Surprisingly no wait for Sunday brunch but it was busy. The items are pricy for Indy but good. They add 20% gratuity so you don't need to add on top. My friend and I got the smash burger, beignets, and dutch baby pancakes. The smashburger was huge and juicy, but the fries were standard bag crispy fries. I like the date cold brew a lot but the coffee bar was backed up so it came late. The dutch baby pancakes was really good, but we were full from the burger by the time it came out. It's a cool spot to bring a friend for sure. read more