The hospitality was great! We were welcomed & seated upon entrance. Joey was our service provider & he was such a kind young man. I love how everyone is dressed casually in Milktooth graphic tees. I tried convincing them to do a Milktooth x Fever shirt! If you see it just know it was my influence lol. The food was great! Best strawberry matcha I've had & the smash burger wow! I will have dreams about that burger. Great music playing but not so loudly that you can't hear your conversation. Also, has outside seating patio that's covered. read more

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Our Matters of Taste foodie group came to Milktooth for brunch this morning and it was the best experience ever for me. I have heard nothing but good things about Milktooth since living in Indianapolis, so I was so glad to see what the hoopla was all about with this restaurant. Our group waited in line just outside the restaurant before it opened, because we were told by friends you had to get there early in order to get a table, and they were right! There was a line forming as soon as we arrived at the restaurant. When the restaurant opened the garage door to the dining room and the front door, we came in and sat at the table. The ambiance is beautiful and definitely has a New Orleans style flare to it with the decor, as well as the open cook line for people to see the line cooks cooking the food with staff expediting the food. Our server took our beverage order right away, and she had a great smile on her face and very enthusiastic. The menu is New Orleans cuisine since Milktooth is a New Orleans style restaurant. I ordered a order of beignets to share with the table and the Turkish Dutch baby pancake for my entree. I ordered the strawberry matcha for my beverage. The presentation of the strawberry matcha was beautiful and attractive looking, and it did taste amazing!! The beignets were terrific with the apricot cream filling, and was heaven in my mouth. I was very impressed with the Turkish Dutch baby pancake for my entree. It was a wonderful portion size and it was very fluffy and tasted incredible!! The Turkish Dutch baby pancake was an amazing combination of flavors with the feta cheese, egg, radishes, pine nuts, and pancake. I am sure the bread for the pancake came from Amelia's bakery down the street from the restaurant because it was just perfect texture and fluffiness. It made the entree stand out! Everyone loved their dishes! Our server gave us fantastic customer service. I will go as far as to say that Milktooth is the best brunch place I have ever been to since living in Indianapolis. The ambiance is very relaxing and the staff are always on point with customer service and the food. I'm so glad I was able to finally come here for brunch! I will definitely be back here for brunch or even dinner to check out the dinner menu. Everyone in Indy needs to come to Milktooth for brunch! It is worth the price and experience! read more

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Great coffee is the only good point. Came here for lunch in a big group.... Four years later, ate here again. Service was good, not great, and not bad. Ordered the candy bacon, which is always great. Also the crock monsieur waffle was perfect. read more

Milktooth - Crock monsieur. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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My husband and I split a savory Dutch baby pancake and a sweet Dutch bay pancake. The food was very good. I'm not used to the common table seating and it's not my favorite. I was a bit taken aback by the gratuity automatically included of 20%. And 3% for credit cards. Our 2 pancake entrees with an orange juice and Diet Coke and gratuity was 57.00. Kinda expensive. That said I do like supporting local liberal businesses. I like seeing the BLM and Pride flags. Service was great. read more

First of all I LOVE the name, LOVE the service, LOVE this restaurant, LOVE the workers, and most of all I LOVE the food! I will forever have a craving for the Savory Dutch baby Pancake- thank you to my lovely waiter who recommended it to me! You know the food is special when you and all your friends take a bite and immediately start rotating your plate so everyone can also enjoy the deliciousness with you! While I do not live in Indiana - I will personally make the drive Friday- Monday 10am-3pm (their hours) JUST to eat here again! There was a wait upon arrival, not long at all! It helped that they allow you to order a drink while you wait! Definitely try this place if you're in Indianapolis you will NOT regret it! read more

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Location: close to fountain square with on site parking but it can get busy. Street parking is free but 'competitive'. Food: cheese sandwich. VERY good. Service: friendly, unrushed. BUT, gratuity aka tip (20%) is included in the bill. No, just plain no. My decision on how much to tip and yes, I do tip 20% anyway. 10% if it's bad and a handful of times never (waitress 'forgot' food intolerance) Price: appropriate. All I had was that cheese sandwich. Would I return? Yes, to try other things. read more

There's a reason why this place always has a line out the door every weekend. Using local produce and globally inspired breakfast and lunch, milktooth offers unique rotating seasonal dishes that are thoughtfully crafted and served on antique or vintage dishes. It's the best way to spend Sunday brunch and who doesn't crave their sourdough waffle or beignets? Don't sleep on the drink menu! Yet again bringing new and exciting flavors to something original, now new and fresh. read more

Milktooth - Iced Matcha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This was another cool place to grab food while out of town. The ambiance was super nice, the food was delicious and the service was great!

you know, I see why Milktooth is so popular! The ambience and decor reminds you of a chicago brunch spot in Logan Square -- it's cozy, eclectic, and comforting. but i'm not here to talk about the interior, let's get into the food! The Sweet Dutch Baby Pancake was lightweight and unlike a classic overly-sweet american breakfast. The apples were crunchy and paired with even crunchier walnuts, a sweet whipped creme, and a little syrup -- all sitting on top of a fluffy, sweet pancake. While I would have preferred thinner sliced apples to really soak in all those warm fall flavors, I was delighted to see these apples were freshly cut and not overcooked into mush! Cheddar Grits are a breakfast staple, and more often than not, I can never find a restaurant that gets them right. So when I tell y'all to get the grits here (and add bacon, too) -- you're just going to have to trust me. This was my favorite dish on the table and it was perfectly seasoned. The scallions were incredibly fresh,and paired with the saltiness of the thick-cut peppered bacon pieces, every bite was well-rounded and drool-worthy. I could eat this again, and again, and again and again. I'm currently on a journey to find the matcha of my dreams, and the Peppermint White Matcha did not pass my test unfortunately. It felt gritty, as if it hadn't been prepared correctly, and without the flavor additions of the mint and white chocolate I don't think I would have finished this. I have my eyes set on the Brown Butter Latte next time I visit! and lastly, the reason I call myself a food snob, the Savory Dutch Baby Pancake. I wanted to like this dish so so badly, but my taste buds got in the way. Don't get me wrong -- this IS a dish you should try. The housemade chorizo was full of that smoky, spicy flavor and I could have eaten an entire bowl of it paired with the fingerling potatoes, salsa verde, and crema. But the dutch baby pancake it sat on was entirely too sweet as a pairing.. and while I generally don't mind the iconic sweet + savory combo, this one felt like adding sugar into spaghetti. I don't doubt that most would not notice the subtle combination of flavors, but I felt that a more savory base (like a scallion pancake or bed of grits) would have had me returning for this dish rather than taking it to-go. Overall, I do plan to return! This space is so cozy and the menu is constantly changing. Plus, their nontraditional and global approach to brunch isn't something that I see often around the city. I look forward to exploring more of their menu in the future read more

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Very welcoming and attentive staff. One of my favorite bloody Mary's I've had. Light, in terms of your typical thick tomato juice, and spicy! And I love a cortado. Perfect combo- a lil coffee, a lil vodka. We tried the beignets, which seemed a little overdone on the outside but inside was lovely, the sourdough waffle-good and a perfect crunch, AND last but definitely not least, the ramelette overall very good experience. read more

Milktooth - Bloody Mary, cortado - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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The food is always amazing with a rotating menu and local farm to table produce! The ambience is so cute with so much to look at. Definitely such a unique place. Parking is a bit rough here as the parking lot is small and there is limited street parking in that area. They always get super busy on the days they are open so be sure to go early. The wait staff is always kind and very knowledgeable! read more

Milktooth - Savory Dutch Baby & grilled cheese - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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GREAT PLACE FOR BRUNCH IN INDY ============================== My son's new in-laws recommended Milktooth for brunch and we all loved it. I knew it had to be good because we drove an hour each way to dine there, but thankfully we had some other things to do in Indy. My son's new father-in-law and mother-in-law got there about a half hour before they opened to wait in line. Thankfully the rest of us got there right when they opened, so we were able to enter right away. We shared some plates to begin with as follows: - Beignets with passion fruit pastry cream and dulce de leche - We all loved these. - potato latke - this was really good - oysters - I didn't see these on the menu, but my son's new in-laws ordered four. One for the new father-in-law and mother-in-law, one for my son and one for me. My daughter-in-law didn't want one. I thought they were good. My husband ordered the sourdough waffle and he liked that. I ordered the sweet dutch baby pancake and I loved that. Mine had rhubarb and a lavender cream sauce. These change daily. I would definitely order one of the sweet dutch baby pancakes again. A few in our party ordered breakfast sammy. They looked huge and everyone liked those. I really loved the match latte I ordered. We will definitely be back when visiting the new in-laws and my son. read more

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Tried this place for the first time with a friend who was visiting from out of town, and unfortunately, it didn't live up to the hype. We kept it simple--grits with a side of scrambled eggs and coffee. The grits came out cold, not once but twice. At that point, we just ate them because we were hungry, but it really made us wonder how they're preparing or heating them. The eggs and coffee were fine, but overall, the food missed the mark. The silver lining was our waiter--they were awesome, super friendly and attentive, which we appreciated. Still, I honestly would've preferred taking my friend to Waffle House. Maybe i'll give this place another try down the road, but we're not in a rush. read more

While the wait time was as long as expected, and the space was as full as expected, the vibes were immaculate and everything I tried was delicious (probably won't do a black coffee and burger combo again though) read more

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Oh my gosh. This place is amazing. My wife and I visited before heading to a colts game. We were sat quick, with our waitress being prompt with service. Place quickly became packed, but noise was not a problem. Drinks came out quick- both of our drinks were solid. Food came out quick even though they were busy. One of the best Patty melts I've had in my life. We also had the chicken wings (gotta get wings on game day), and they were also packed full of flavor. With the price point though, definitely saved for a special occasion- we spent $100 for two on brunch. read more

Milktooth - Adult beverage (oops- I forget what it's called) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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I guess I missed the sign or note that they force a 20% tip in every bill.... i find that a bit pretentious... the food was good, but two burgers w/fries and two special coffees for $70 all in is a bit much.... right? read more

Milktooth was Meh... After hearing all the hype around Milktooth, we finally tried it. The food was absolutely excellent. However, it seems overpriced. $6 for two eggs? My shakshuka was $18 for a small portion versus $19 for my husband's Savory Dutch Baby Pancake, which was large and filling. That said, both dishes and my brown butter latte were delicious. However, the service was the biggest issue for me. It's a small restaurant, so we had about a 30 minute wait. We watched multiple people walk in and leave because there was no hostess to greet them and they didn't know what to do. The hostess seemed to be doing five different jobs and wasn't all that friendly. Our server Julie was very sweet but only checked on us one time. We all had lattes and table water to drink, yet our waters sat empty for some time. I'd like to come back and try it again in case today was an off day, but my first impression didn't blow me away. read more

Milktooth - Shakshuka - spicy tomato and pepper stew, baked eggs, feta, fresh herbs, toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Outrageously overpriced and painfully slow, all for food that barely qualifies as average, wrapped up in a smug, self-important atmosphere that thinks it's far better than it is. read more

Very neat place with laid back and creative vibes. Their farmer salad was really one of the best I have ever (like ever) had. All fresh ingredients. The green goddess dressing was *chef's kiss* read more

Milktooth - Farmer salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Can I just say OMG!!! The pitcher of cider mimosa was such a lovely start to our brunch of 5. The latka was tasty for sure but my favorite dish with the savory Dutch baby!!! It was epic!! Thanks for a lovely brunch ya all!!! read more

Milktooth offers inventive, chef-driven brunch dishes with beautiful presentation and bold flavors. The sourdough waffle with citrus crème and fresh fruit is simple yet delicious. The brown butter latte is rich but can be a bit too sweet for some tastes. The slab bacon is thick, perfectly cooked, and pairs wonderfully with the sweet dishes. Service is friendly, and the atmosphere is relaxed, definitely a top brunch spot worth visiting. read more

Quintessential brunch spot in Indianapolis. The atmosphere is very hip and open kitchen/farm to table. Pros - delicious food with rotating menu based on the season. The latke was so delicious and fresh and a very unique appetizer to try. The chicken wings is tasty and the oatty melt is a crowd pleaser. Service was very quick and friendly. Cons - sometimes the rotating menu means you miss out on delicious food from a prior season! Definitely check out this unique brunch place when you are in indianapolis. There is ample indoor and outdoor seating and you should be seated pretty quickly. Try as many of the unique seasonal items as you can! read more

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MilkTooth came highly recommended by a coworker that spent some time in Indianapolis so, when I flew in, I had to try it and I was definitely not disappointed! The food and ambiance were amazing! Worth it ^-^ read more

Milktooth - Vanilla sesame matcha and sweet Dutch baby pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Honestly I hate when expensive things are worth the money. If you're gonna pay $20 for a burger you won't regret that it was this one. The wait if you don't get there right at opening can be pretty long but if you have the time good things do come to those who wait for Milktooth. read more

Milktooth - Smash burger, BLT & little bear kids meal - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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2nd visit to Milktooth and we reached 6 mins after opening at 10 am and the space was PACKED! Such is the hype at Milktooth - and for a very GOOD reason! The service, food and ambience is still 10/10. The wild heart coffee with beet (yes veggie) syrup and ruby cocoa was earthy, nutty and vibrant. The citrusy flavor in the Tinker drip coffee, the sourdough bread in the duck egg grilled cheese, the persimmon pastry cream in the Dutch baby pancake and the orange caramel in the winter citrus sour dough waffle were SHOW STEALERS! Each flavor was authentic and stood out and not an inch of space left in our tummy. We had a blast of a time on our weekend brunch and the servers just kept refilling and helping us with more options. Indy - Milktooth is a KEEPER! You got more Milktooth! Bring it on! read more

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But why must you be so expensive!!!! Everything was delicious and the service was really great. We came when they were trying to close in between lunch and dinner. They let us sit but I for sure got vibes they wanted us gone. lol. The salad was so so yummy and my friend LOVED his Sammy. I even really loved the ice tea. The check was just very painful. Also why do you add 18% automatically for tips for TWO PEOPLE? Very strange and honestly makes me not want to tip the 20% I was Intending. read more

Milktooth - Expensive but yummy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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This is one of those reviews where I just have no idea where to start. Do I start by mentioning the hipster/easy breezy decor, or how kind and attentive the staff was? Or do I start by enticing you to visit Milktooth so you can also try the tasty, creative dishes made by talented chefs? Or perhaps the unique aspects of everything will be the thing to grab your attention. I'll start by telling you how highly decorated and celebrated Milktooth is among the Indy food scene and is also nationally ranked (check out Travel & Leisures Top 15 breakfast spots in America!) And who can forget that chef Jonathan Brooks is James Beard-nominated? Now that the accolades are out of the way, let's start from the beginning. I am visiting Indy from Cleveland and wanted to indulge in its local culinary scene with my fellow foodie sister and best friend. We had heard that there was a possibility of a long wait but fortunately, there were 3 open spots at the counter right when we arrived, so all our anxiety was for nothing! Our waitress, who had the CUTEST dress on, led us to the counter and gave us a carafe of water to share. While we looked over the menu, we watched the chefs work their magic at the griddles, essentially make this food AND a show! The dishes are easily shareable so we split a savory pea pesto latke (crispy!), a plate of six mini beignets with pineapple whip and dulce de leche (I wish the sauces weren't mixed together), and then ordered our own main dish. I'm all about getting as much protein as possible so I ordered the patty melt. The bread was slathered and fried in lots of butter and then sandwiched with a well-done beef patty and american cheese. Honestly, this was an 8/10 instead of 10/10 because of the american cheese. I wasn't a fan of that cooking decision. My sister and bestie both ordered their version of a grilled cheese, elevated with polenta, a duck egg, and the tastiest rhubarb mustard ever! I wish they sold jars of that mustard - we would buy them all! Only one of us ordered a drink, a regular cold brew. She said it was one of the tastiest cold brews she has ever had! I included some pictures of the interior and exterior of Milktooth as I can't describe it with words. My favorite aspect was that the silverware was put inside Cafe du Monde canisters, the home of beignets! So overall, I'm so happy we could try this place out and I'm calling it a "must-try" for out-of-towners and local foodies alike! read more

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I made my way back to Milktooth for brunch after a few years in between visits. They are known for their unique, chef driven brunch entrees and typically have long wait times - but I was pleasantly surprised to walk right in at the tail end of brunch hours! I had a Sourdough Waffle, and the toppings that day included an amazing citrus creme and lots of lightly sweetened fresh fruit. It was simple yet delicious, and I would 100% order again. It was plated beautifully! For my beverage I had a Brown Butter latte. It was VERY rich. Which, I am usually a fan of but it honestly may have been just a tad too buttery/salted. Still very good and I would order again asking for a little less of the sweetners and syrups. Lastly, I had the slab bacon. OMG. It was incredible. And perfectly paired with the waffle for a little sweet and savory. Service was good, and the ambiance was very chill. Great overall experience. read more

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Menu lack of options - bread of the day ran out early. Service is slow, ambiance is too millennial. Eggs were salty. Coffee is small. My friend said the burger tasted home made and it was good. Bathrooms were clean. Everything is really overpriced. read more

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Yum! The savory Dutch baby was really flavorful, loved the addition of the golden raisins for a hint of sweet with savory. The duck egg grilled cheese with prosciutto was another great sweet and savory option. The cranberry walnut bread with the melted creamy cheese went really well with the prosciutto and duck egg. Lots of creative items on the menu, would definitely come back again. read more

My son took us here for brunch and we enjoyed it so much! We had to get there 30 prior to opening to make sure we got sat inside. It's super cute inside. The cups and saucers are sweet. My tea was very good. My son says he gets the drip coffee and enjoys that. My husband got the brown butter latte? His latte was crazy good. My son ordered the grilled cheese and he said it was very good. We also got the sweet Dutch baby and the patty melt. The patty melt was good nothing super special. The Dutch baby was very tasty with apricots. It was a little small though. All in all we really enjoyed the vibe and brunch. read more

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One of the best brunch places in all of Indy. I stand by the savory Dutch baby as the best item on the menu. Even though they often change the ingredients in it- it's so good no matter what! This time around my runny egg in the center was hard as a rock but that didn't stop me from demolishing the entire thing. The latke is also delicious and has an amazing bacon jam that you have to try! read more

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Oh Milktooth... I had high expectations. Unfortunately I was disappointed. I know my review will mean nothing because they seem to have a hardcore following. The menu was so small which lacked a variety. The hostess took our name and tells us about 25 minutes. When she calls our name she tells us it is for a the counter. Counters are uncomfortable and hard to have a conversation with 3 people. When we asked if we could wait for a table she made it sound like it would be so much longer & discouraged us to wait. Literally a few minutes later everyone who was on the list behind sat at tables. The food was good but Not great. Their menu is like trying so hard to be so cool & unconventional. Also the automatic 20% gratuity made the staff have no motivation to really try to give good service. Fun atmosphere and good food but definitely not worth going back. read more

Milktooth - Grill cheese way too much truffle honey - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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How have I not written about Milktooth a million times? I thoroughly enjoy the space, the staff, the ever-changing menu, and the flavors. My photos include a montage of experiences--never a disappointment. Milktooth is a local gem, a non-chain, gourmet experience that always presents a surprise. The restaurant decor has a very eclectic, homey vibe, and everyone feels like friends. The food is both unfussy and exceptional. A 10/10 always. On my last visit (today, 1/5/24), they charged an automatic gratuity of 20% for a party of 2, which was a bit of a surprise to me. I don't remember it being automatic; however, I was easily going to add that tip amount or more, so it was no worries at all, just a surprise. You are able to add additional gratuity. :) @ my visit today, I also snagged a pretty cool pair or thrifted corduroy pants, for sale by the front door. Thanks, Em! read more

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I went to Milktooth for brunch with my bestfriends yesterday and it was absolutely wonderful! I started off my meal with a dreamsicle and it did not disappoint. It tasted like a dreamsicle and was extremely refreshing; it is also non-alcoholic which I enjoyed to spice the meal up a little without having to drink alcohol. To eat, I ordered the savory dutch baby pancake (without chorizo due to being vegetarian) and it was absolutely splendid. Honestly this was one of my favorite brunch experiences in a very long time and wish there was a location where I lived as I would go all the time. Thank you, Milktooth for a phenomenal experience and for the happy, full stomachs! read more

Milktooth - Dreamsicle and Savory Dutch Baby Pancake (without chorizo) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Awesome little stop! Really unique. Good food, great service. We had a little bit of everything for everyone to enjoy. Waffles were a hit as well as the hot chocolate! Enjoy! read more

Milktooth - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Such a nice brunch at Milktooth! It was crowded when we got there on a Monday morning, but we didn't have to wait more than 5 minutes before we were seated. They put us inside but they were very happy to open the huge garage doors so we could get that indoor/outdoor feel. It was lovely and more than I expected them to do! It was my first time here and I will leave Indianapolis with a very fond memory of my last meal there. Service was quick, took our drink orders right away. I got a mimosa - a classic of course. Ordered the chorizo and potato hand pie as an appetizer and everyone liked it so much that one of us decided to order another for their individual meal as well. Reminded me of the Lebanese meat pies of my youth. My husband ordered the biscuits and gravy and I ordered a side of the slab bacon and the grits that we would share. The biscuits were BIG! Probably not my favorite gravy ever, but the biscuits had a great texture and flavor - buttery and soft but not too soft under the weight of the gravy. The slab bacon was so good. It was enough for one of us to have a piece each and be satisfied. I also can't get over the grits, the best I've had in a long long time. Another big portion as well, considering it was a side, and I ate every last bit of it after I was full. Also major shout out to the gender neutral bathrooms with the coolest mural I've ever seen in a bathroom. Stood there for a few minutes just reading the various FBI files. Such a cool idea. read more

Milktooth - Bathroom mural very cool to look at in depth - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I had friends visiting for the weekend and Milktooth was definitely a highlight of the trip! We got a few different entrees to share and everything was phenomenal! The service was very quick, especially considering it was a Sunday. We stopped by to see how long the wait was around noon and only had to wait about 15 minutes for a table of 4. There was a cute vendor market in the parking lot to walk around and check out while we waited. The parking lot is small, but there is plenty of free street parking in the area. I will definitely be back! read more

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Such a cute artsy dinner vibe. The savory Dutch baby and the sweet waffle are great options! Service was solid at the bar. Will be back for more soon! read more

Milktooth - Savory Dutch Baby Waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This is one of the best brunch places I've ever been to. Milktooth was recommended to me as one of the top places to make sure I checked out when I was in Indy, and luckily, it was right across the street from where I was staying. The buzz does seem to be notorious for even locals, as there was a long line before it even opened, but it did move quickly. The food was extremely flavorful, they had unique offerings, and the portions were enough to also eat for lunch. My girlfriend and I ordered across the menu to get both sweet and savory options, including the Dutch baby, patty melt sandwich, potato latke, and the salad. Everything was incredible, but my personal favorite was the patty melt. Would definitely recommend 10/10 read more

Milktooth - Patty melt and potato latke - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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