10/10. We had a server named Ben, he is phenomenal. I would recommend giving him partial ownership.

Great ambiance at SK tonight. The gentleman with the beard (I believe his name is Ben) provided excellent customer service and was super friendly. He is the reason why me and many others will be enjoying our summer here. Thanks Ben! read more

We stopped here on our way to March madness. I was a bit sad they had no bubbles for a beermosa but we still made the best of it. I was happy it wasn't too crowded either! Got the destroyer from King Dough as well. read more

Sun King - Carmel - Destroyer King Dough - Food Court Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Back in the fall my mom and I met up for lunch and drinks at Sun King. It's one of our go-to spots because it has a food hall inside of a top notch brewery / distillery. My mom is a creature of habit and normally drinks their cream ale but I encouraged her to branch out and try some seasonal brews with me. We did a flight and her favorite was the Salted Caramel Brownie Porter. While my favorite ended up being the Caramel Apple Tripel because of the barrel aged combination of fruit notes and brown sugar sweetness. Sun King never fails to come up with unique small batch beers, so it doesn't matter what time of year that you decide to visit because the good beer is always flowing! read more

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The food is offensively bad. I got a pulled pork BBQ mac n cheese and it was awful. The mac n cheese was just pasta shells with some cheese sauce poured over it and the pulled pork was really dry and just covered in some bbq sauce, also it was cold. The beers their are really badly made too, I'm a big fan of craft beer, and unfortunately the beers there are all fairly plain without a lot of flavor. Also the atmosphere is not great, theres always a bunch of young kids running around and that is just not the vibe I want when I'm trying to relax and drink a beer read more

Just a solid Biergarten with an amazing location. The beer is consistently very good. While they don't have their own food...they do share space with a Couple of smaller joints that are closer to a brick n mortar food truck vibe. There are also a handful of excellent restaurants within a 2 min walk. I'll keep coming back for the beer and great service. read more

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Decks, awnings, turf, buzzing beepers, bells, and whistles - it's all here. This is a double decker food hall, an institution of brew. And yet, amidst the noise, it's nowhere to be found. Sun King stepped into a stadium of top shaggers, saw the floodlights, and ran. Was my meal tasty? Certainly. Clean plate club as always. If somebody bought this Buffalo Chicken Wrap for me I'd be ever grateful. But it's bigger than that. Modern era bar food, located in prime estate on this Monon trail, needs more. In my eyes, an identity is absent. American eatery meets sunny afternoon is a bar flying awfully close to the sun. It requires gumption to survive. Boldness enough to hand me a paper menu covered in ketchup. QR codes are system quarterbacks built upon Defensive Coordinators. In conjunction with those aforementioned beepers, makes an old head out of me. This pairing lauds organization as champion. Where's the chance to experience? Here's the answer. Wrap my meal in tin foil, yell out a number, and let me scurry. Have somebody waiting with a sack, by this point, that's perspired. Imagine Five Guys fry bag. I unwrap this meal upon return to my table and blue cheese is everywhere. You can't make out where the sauce started and meal began. Smiles spread no further than that moment! Capture it. Sell it. In the meantime, Godspeed y'all. read more

Sun King - Carmel - Buffalo Chicken Wrap - Food Court Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

I was disappointed to be honest. I love the fishers and downtown sunkings however this was lackluster. Service from the bar staff was wonderful so I will not fault them at all. We came in about 10:30pm on a Friday and with closure at 12 we thought this would be fine. However as the DD I wanted food and all of the food counters closed a half hour before they were supposed to (they close at 11) and would not serve me. The bar staff were very apologetic but as we picked sunking for the access to a late bite for me I was disappointed. Then the bar was out of various alcohols to top it off for the rest of the group read more

I went here for a Togo beer, Liz was the nicest and extremely helpful !! Definitely will be going back!

Great Food, very solid atmosphere especially considering it's full of all my friends from high school lol. I love the nachos especially with a great selection of beers and mix drinks at a good price. I highly recommend this as a perfect start to a night in Midtown! read more

What an absolute staple and gem of caramel. A true anchor to the downtown area as well as the Monon Trail. Such a great location to access via car, via foot, via bike. It is also right next to a big large area to spread out and also listen to live music or see events in the warmer months. I've been a few times with friends, with family, with pets. Every single time we've had a great time. Really like all of the beer options and the food is great as well. I really love the multiple levels as well as the indoor and outdoor seating. On top of it the staff is always very kind. read more

My friend came into town to visit for my birthday and to kill some time we stopped in. I was a bit disappointed by the level of service they provided so we only stuck with one drink and left. It's a huge establishment with plenty of space for crowds but we just didn't feel very welcomed. We did not order food but it's a bar at the end of the day. read more

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Came in and bought a Togo beer and Liz was so nice and helpful and the beer was so good.

We were on vacation and popped in here. Very unique location with lots to do. We sat at the bar and enjoyed a flight. The staff were fairly attentive but didn't attempt to connect with us. read more

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Fantastic spot for drinks after work, especially since they have ample seating inside and out along with food options. Service has always been spot on and never have to wait too long for a beer! One of these days I'm going to venture out of IPA land into the land of other styles of Sun King beer. read more

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We went as a group for a corporate work trip. Initially, I wasn't satisfied because the bartender with the spiky hair didn't take our order. Instead he said our order window is in the event room and he would take our order there when they finished setting it up. Obviously we came to the bar because we didn't want to wait for set up to finish. I thought it was just kinda rude and our orders should've been taken. Furthermore, the event space was poorly decorated. There were over a dozen people and 3 of the tables of the 6 didn't have chairs. I would like to fellowship while sitting down, not stand up after being at a work event today. The set up of the event food was sooo backwards. All the toppings for the taco were at the beginning of the line. The tortilla shells were at the end and nachos. We only had one size plates so by the time we made it to the dip and tortillas, the plates were full. The arrangement didn't make sense and forced you to go back through the line to dress your taco. The salad had no dressing at all. The taco tortillas were corn only (no flour options for this huge work crowd). Couple of colleagues wanted beer.. this is a brewery. Hardly any suggestions were made. There was an older gentleman assisting the spiky haired guy and he was very nice. He did come and periodically pick up plates. However, we didn't have a waiter in the event room so plates did pile up and cups. The chicken was dryer than a communion cracker. The event space was decorated so poorly, no effort. Honestly, I would not recommend this place due to the service and the "mehh" food. Everyone did love the beef for the tacos & the drinks were pretty good. I had a margarita (not a beer drinker but my colleagues enjoyed the beer). If we come back, we will not select this place because we are happy to spend but treat us like you'd like us to spend and come back. Make recommendations and provide assistance. Have a waiter for big parties in the event room. Provide adequate seating. Have a bartender who knows how to interface with large groups and can bartend and service people with finesse and alacrity. From Texas to Indy! read more

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Stop by here yesterday afternoon and sat on the patio on the second deck. The service was fantastic and the food and drinks were flowing well. We will definitely continue to use this venue. Excellent service and nice and clean read more

I was in town on a trip, and someone had recommended this place to meet up with friends for drinks and apps, and it did not disappoint. I tried the Mexican lager that they had on draft, and it was refreshing and cold. We also got some of the nachos at the restaurant on the main floor, and they were VERY plentiful and tasty. Seasoned well and loaded up with lots of toppings. The place also didn't seem TOO loud for it being a Friday night, one of the first weekends of football, and very packed. Our waitress was attentive and there when we needed something else. I would go back for sure, especially when the weather is nice and sit outside on the patio/turf section outside! Very fun atmosphere outside! read more

Such a great experience! Caleb, Liz, Joe, and Taylor were incredible -- super friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. The drinks were fantastic and the service was top-notch. Highly recommend this place! Bryce was amazing read more

I was excited to go to Sun King because I've been in the IND airport before & had a few beers I enjoyed. The atmosphere was great with two stories of seating both indoors & outdoors, as well as the three food stands to order from. The poutine & the beers were good, meeting expectations for why we went there. Our server was interesting because he kept forgetting what we asked for in our flights & what he had already poured for our flights I'm not sure why there wasn't an option for us to write them down, but that would EASILY fix the issue and the weird experience that was for us. We were impressed by the Pickle Beer, Palomaloma & the Coffee Blonde. read more

Sun King - Carmel - Barbecue Poutine - Food Court Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Always a great experience! The food options compliment the vast Sun King offerings! Friendly staff and the location is awesome.

A neat food hall, bars with a handful of eateries around a recreation oriented artificial lawn. This place was busy on a Saturday night. We went back on Sunday night it was very tame then. They have a giant screen with the college football game on. Table tennis, billiards. Where was the game of bags? It's a neat place to enjoy brews and watch the games. But no games on the big screen Sunday (good thing Bears were lost to the Chiefs 41-10). They did have that at the SunKing bar. The queue for the food hall (La Margarita and the Den) were painfully long and took a whole for the food to come out when busy. read more

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Food court style dining with an extensive Sun King menu! If you're looking for a relaxed place to sit by the fire, hang out with friends or bring your kids or dog, this is a great place. There are three different places to order a variety of food from and the waitresses bring you adult beverages. They have about 30 beers on tap on a rotating basis and have mixed drinks as well. There is music, but it's not so loud you cannot have a conversation. We came for a quick bite to eat and were pleasantly surprise by the laid back ambiance, dog friendly crowd and places for kids to play. There is a free parking garage nearby as well as street parking or you can walk or bike here on the Monon Trail. Come check them out! read more

Sun King - Carmel - Black beans and Rice from La Margarita - Food Court Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Went for dinner with my husband and parents. This was not what we were looking for this evening, it was loud and a bit overwhelming for my parents, but it was a neat space that I would love to return to with just my husband or friends. We ordered drinks and were (pleasantly) surprised at the table service - not only did they find us to deliver our drinks to the table, but returned several times to check on us, offered to clear away our empty trays and brought us more drinks including bottles to go. I'd never had Sun King before, and I was impressed - their Carmel Apple Triple was fabulous. read more

Highly recommend! Great service, atmosphere and servers. Wasn't sure what I wanted and Jaiden recommended a spicy Paloma. It was amazing! Overall very fun vibe. read more

Sun King - Carmel - Food Court Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Laynie and Chris were the most wonderful bartenders ive ever had!!! They deserve a BIG raise!! I will definitely come back because of them!

Stopped in on the day after Christmas when we had some free time between family events. You'll see from previous reviews, we went to another tap room first. We came here when that one was a bit of a let down and wished we had come here in the first place. We grabbed a table for four on the first floor near the bar. An employee explained some of the food and seating options to my MIL; because we were just drinking, the first floor made the most sense (but I'm antsy to come back and try some of the food options). Our server was great and super patient with our indecisiveness. Our beers spanned from bourbon barrel aged to cream ale so we tried a bit of everything. My MIL was especially happy to find a boozy hot chocolate option because she doesn't drink beer. Everything we tried was good. We'll be back, hopefully to take advantage of the rooftop seating option and try some of the yummy-looking food. read more

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Let's Be Friends - Indy hosted a Book Club at Sun King Carmel where over 40 people showed up! They had tons of space for us to push together tables, the management were really kind and supportive, the food and drinks were great and they also personally reached out to the group on Instagram later. Such a fun place for meet-ups and good drinks! read more

Sun King - Carmel - Let's Be Friends - Indy Book Club in January 2024 at Sun King Carmel. - Food Court Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

Great pizza from Queenie's pizza, tacos or Mexican flavors from La Margarita and great local flavors from The Den by Foxgardin are all the great food options at Sun King in Carmel. All pair with a yummy Sun King on draft! We love this space and it's the perfect getaway for a Sunday afternoon (winter or summer) in the heart of Carmel! Great indoor/outdoor spaces, games, music and good service. Fun plan for a weekend afternoon!!!! read more

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It's been 4 years, and I've taken our relationship for granted. I want to make it right, because I love you as much as you seem to love me Sun King. You've given me soooo many new beers over the years. Cherry Busey is on the "Point" of "Breaking" me. I will continue to give you many dead Presidents in exchange for its piquant pleasure on the palate. You've added spirits. You tirelessly invent new cocktails and concoctions. Super Cherry Cola brought a tear to my eye at Artomobilia this weekend - so sweet, so tasty. You hire the best servers and you train them so that their beer knowledge has no peer. Speaking of sweet, there was a server named Sara that knew her stuff, and despite the crowds, was wonderfully attentive. And, that smile... The food hasn't seemed to change much, but some things in a relationship need to be the bedrock. And La Margarita for me always pairs well with your delicious drinks. So, thank you Sun King Carmel. I love you for you, and because of the way you love me. read more

The food at the food hall was great. The service at the bar was extremely poor. Whoever was working today shouldn't be working there at all (downstairs bar). One guy wore dirty clothes and didn't look like he combed his hair in a month. The other guy just had an attitude. I sat at the bar after ordering my food. 10 min later, no bartender has greeted me. Both saw me. Went and got my food, sat back down, start eating it and 2 girls walk up and the one bartender came over to take care of them. He finally came to me as said "can I get you anything?" Obviously, I had my card out and no drink in front of me, so yes! I ordered a beer and kept it open. My wife and daughter came in 5 min later and immediately the guy said, after she just entered the area and not sitting at the bar...still walking over. "I need to see your id" in a rude and conceding way. She gave it to him, then he asked if I was going outside and I said yes and he closed my tab out immediately without even asking if she wanted a drink. I then ordered one for her and we left the bar. It's obvious staffing is an issue there because there is zero chance, If I owned this bar, this wouldn't be tolerated. We just spent over $300 2 days prior here. It's Just a shame that staff can be so crappy with so much upside they can get in tips if they treated people right. read more

If you always have a hard time nailing what you want to eat or someone is craving pizza but you want tacos, Sun King Carmel has all the options Loads of seating -- when the weather is nice I love their upper deck seating where you get a nice view of Midtown Carmel. They have weekday deals ($5 pints are a fave) and flight options as well! I love ordering calamari which is served with the sweet Asian chili sauce (like firecracker shrimp sauce if you're familiar) the batter on the calamari lacks a bit of seasoning but otherwise super yummy! The service is always nice and welcoming and everyone does a great job checking in on all their guests to make sure everyone is satisfied. read more

Sun King - Carmel - Calamari - Food Court Near Me - Carmel, Indiana

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Small group party last night at Sun King. Their concept is not one I have used before but we had a great time. Ordering food from multiple places and having to pick up when ready was odd to me but it works I suppose. Pizza we ordered was good! Not a beer drinker but others were and enjoyed what they had. I had a cosmo and enjoyed it. Would return! read more

Love Sun King Carmel! The atmosphere is so energetic yet relaxing at the same time. We've been several times and it never gets old! read more

Lanie and Maggie really sold this experience for me. Excellent service and could ask for a better environment. They deserve to be recognized. read more

Sun King is a family favorite! Although it is a brewery, it's open to all ages in the food court area and outdoor patio. It is dog-friendly in the patio area. Some recommend food items are the crab apple chicken salad from Fox Jardin (1st floor) and Queenies Pizza (2nd floor). My favorite drink is the Sunlight Orange Vanilla Cream Ale. One of our favorite things to do is order drinks and hangout in Midtown Plaza (right outside Sun King). There is a pool table, table tennis, green space for the kiddos to run around, and plenty of seating available. One recommendation to Sun King is to please restock on their merch! My brother visited us and wanted to get a t-shirt and hoodie for his wife and son, but they were either sold out or limited sizing in Carmel. We even checked out the Fishers location, but they had the same issue. It wasn't make or break, but we all love this place and want to share how awesome it is with our people on the east coast! :) read more

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Meh. Nothing I'd crave - Polynesian beer was okay if you like a strong banana taste, and the nachos from La Margarita were decent, but nothing exciting enough to make me return. It is also difficult to hear trivia announcer over music and the general noise of the restaurant. I'll probably be back to try different beers in the future, but not for a bit. read more

Server "Skye" was super attentive to my friend an I arriving. She offered excellent recommendations based on each of our pallet preferences. It was so refreshing as I had been so discouraged during Covid months by the complete loss of humanity by the staff. So sad ya'll left Broad Ripple, but still recommend you to friends in from out of town! read more

This place is so fun! Great drinks and environment. There is indoor and outdoor seating. It is such a great place to be when the weather is nice. There is a deck upstairs, as well as lots of seating right outside with this big green space where kids and families can play. also some ping pong tables down in the space outside. The drinks are awesome, featuring a lot of local beer and cider options. I love the Ash and elm local cider. Another thing we love is that they have rotating frozen drinks. Some of our favorites have been frozen hot chocolate in the winter, piña colada. There are also three places to eat within this brewery. You can go order and then take the food back to your seat. There is a place with chicken/fries, a place with tacos/nachos, and a place with pizza. The only reason I'll knock off a star is that sometimes the service isn't perfect. read more

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The nachos are some of the best and they are amazing with all of the red pickled onion flavor with the creamy cheese it is delicious!