We live in the neighborhood so have been to Cheeky Bastards a number of times and I confidently say…read morethey have the best fish and chips and scotch eggs I've ever had! Their shepherd's pie is amazing too! This is a family-owned smaller restaurant that has a wonderful atmosphere and great service too. They serve tradition English meals and beverages and have worked hard to make sure everything is authentic as possible. If you want to go on a weekend or holiday, I encourage you to make reservations and if you want to go on a Friday during Lent, expect to make reservations a couple of weeks out! We've never had a bad experience, and the owners and staff are just the most welcoming, gracious hosts you could ask for. It's like stepping into an English pub without needing your passport! I HIGHLY recommend!

Attended High Tea at Cheeky Bastards in September. Made reservations via website which worked…read morewell. Received calendar reminders and confirmation. Had a choice of loose leaf teas and cocktails. I enjoyed a Pimm's Cup with Pimm's liqueur and elder flower which was delicious. The tea tray included scone with jam and clotted cream, crust less tea sandwiches (egg salad, beef and cheddar, Queen's coronation chicken salad, and pesto with feta. Hand made sweets included a chocolate sable biscuit (cookie), raspberry cupcake, apple bar, and fruit bar. Everything was beautiful, fresh, and tasty. Never having had English tea service, we enjoyed the experience, the service and the food.

We left the Hi-Fi after a concert and decided to stop into The Red Lion Grog House, this small,…read morequaint little bar nearby. Such a fun surprise! They had karaoke going, which we haven't been around in forever, so we grabbed a drink and stayed for a bit to listen. The lady sitting next to me at the bar said their fish and chips are delicious, so now I already know what I'll be trying next time. Such a cute place with a relaxed vibe, fun neon signs with little one-word sayings, and even the bathrooms were super clean -- always appreciated! Service was great and our bartender, Mark, was awesome. Definitely a fun little spot to stumble into after a concert, and I'm glad we did!

The Red Lion is always a great spot for a Pint of Epic Beer and some amazing food. The Staff is…read morefriendly & service is Fast. One of my favorite places when I'm out in exploring historic Fountain Square. Best spot in Town for that special date night or to just hang and watch the game. -Shaun Burris @myhauntedbackroads1 https://www.tiktok.com/@myhauntedbackroads1?_r=1&_t=ZP-99XYSu3pPTT

The garlic ranch has changed my life. So delicious with onion rings! Love this spot! Super easy to…read morepick up or just grab a quick bite!

Service was okay. It wasn't too busy for a Saturday night. I came here because I was craving a…read moresnack and a drink. This is in downtown Indy, and parking meters are free after 11 PM, which is a nice bonus if you're staying out late. We were greeted when we walked in and were able to choose wherever we wanted to sit. For my drink, I ordered a Crown & Coke, and I also ordered a dozen wings to share with my cousin. We decided on the House Wings and asked for them extra fried because that's how we like wings..... crispy! The drinks came out pretty quickly, while the wings took a little longer, but they were definitely worth the wait! We got the wings tossed in their house sauce, and we both loved them. They were delicious! They came with ranch, celery, and carrots. There weren't many flats in the order, which was a little challenging because we both prefer flats, so maybe next time we make that request. I'd definitely come back for the wings! The Crown & Coke was about $8, and the dozen wings were around $22. Add tax and tip, and you can do the math... They had 1 gender neutral restroom, pretty clean.

Union Jack's is a great casual spot if you're looking for vegan options in addition to non-vegan…read more Our table of six enjoyed: Pickle Fries (w/v ranch dipping sauce), Buffalo Seitan Wraps (v), V Mozz Thin Crust Pizza, Seitan Salad (v), Cuban Sandwich with Onion Rings, and 10" Indy Style Deep Dish Pizza (for carryout) Service was friendly, our food was served fresh and delicious, and my vegan daughters' tummies were happy! What more could you ask for? :) [As a side note, our initial plan was to dine at another vegan-friendly spot in the area, but they posted a sign saying they stopped seating tables (before 1pm ??), so we walked over to Union Jack's -- so glad we did!]

The place has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and they're able to accommodate big groups…read more They're super friendly and food came out in a quick enough. We enjoyed the different soda cocktails (nonalcoholic) and other folks enjoyed their drinks. The food selection has good range. We got the bayou pasta and wings. Wings are standard and are more mild spicy. The pasta was good but was missing the Cajun heat as well. We would love to come back and try the other menu items.

The wind alive, the leaves falling, seasons are changing and on this crisp fall morning I found…read moremyself stumbling into Aristocrat Pub. A pub that resembles ideas of England. But with some American ways of life. I opted to sitting in the patio garden area and was pleasantly surprised by the collection of plants and calming atmosphere under the shaded trees. Deciding on the beer cheese burger and fries, I was in for a treat. The fries are unique... in a great way. They are big and crispy and you can tell are made with some pride. The burger was good. The bacon crispy, the bun tasty with the pretzel element. However , the beer cheese wasn't necessarily beer cheese. It just tasted as though they put some of the yellow processed cheese you'd get at a concession stand. The burger was still good in my opinion but that cheese knocked some points off. Overall. I would definitely come back. Welcoming people and atmosphere.

We stopped in for a late lunch on the Saturday before the big race. Aka INDY 500. We probably…read morearrived around 1:30 (party of 5). The receptionist/hostess was less than friendly by saying before I even said anything and/or before we were even greeted "we don't have any open tables, it'll be a while". I was like "do you want my name and how many people are in our party?" She just seemed bothered by us wanting to eat at this establishment. We probably waited 15 mins and were seated at the very back of the restaurant in a huge booth. Our server on the other hand was extremely friendly and gave us great service. I ordered the sweet chili chicken wings. They were very tasty but I couldn't finish my order if 10. Parking: not sure if they do have parking but we parked on the street about a block away. Free street parking but a very busy one way street so keep that in mind.

We went here after work on the recommendation of a consultant we worked with over the weekend…read more It was on our way back to our hotel, and not far off the highway. We enjoyed the extensive selection of soups and N.A. and regular beer. The grilled cheese is so good. Highly recommend it. You must get the sticky pudding...fo not miss it. It's so good!

My wife and I were visiting the James Dean museum in Fairmont on a nice sunny Saturday. The owner…read moreof the museum (Lenny) suggested driving a few miles north to Payne's for lunch. It's a few minutes off the highway, but certainly doesn't feel like you're in Gas City, IN. It looks like they added on an outdoor space recently. Nothing too extravagant, but nice enough for lunch. A nice younger man took care of us on the patio. The menu was quite eclectic and unique. The tortilla chips and cold bean dip was a great way to start. Both our soups were fantastic....cheddar cheese for one and leek soup the other. Fish and chips hit the spot and apparently a fan favorite. My wife had the club sandwich of GF bread. Great little local spot if you're ever in the area.

We visited Mayfair on Thursday for the Damien Center's 32nd Annual Dine Out for Life. It was only…read moreour second time in but I'm so glad we came. Mayfair is a quaint space that definitely feels at home on the East side. The decor is as eclectic as the clientele, but you'll feel warm and welcome no matter who you are. The food was delicious and the staff were extremely friendly. Also, as a sober guy, I appreciated their wide selection of NA beers. Whether you're a regular or a newbie, you'll be welcome at Mayfair.

Love it here. First of all, I haven't seen a $3 beer in ages, but on top of that, the food is…read moregreat. There are several vegetarian and vegan options, and if you eat meat, also some gluten free options on the menu. I love the falafel burger and their fries are amazing. I have only been on Sunday evenings during trivia, and it's usually super chill with great, friendly service.

Amazing food and atmosphere! Service was amazing as well! Sat outside, pet-friendly. Drinks were…read morealso very good. Will definitely go back.

First time coming and when you enter it feels cute and quaint. We were seated and got the wings and…read moreI'm dumplings or something like that. A little disappointed that just about everything had pork in it BUT the waitress explained that we could totally get vegetarian or vegan options. She was great! Above all it was delicious. Keep it Strange!

This was our first time at Max & Tilly's:…read more Food: The fish & chips were fantastic. Maybe the best I've had in this area, and I've had them all. The fish itself was very fresh, with just the right amount of breading. Service: This is a counter-service type of restaurant, so service was fine for that type of setting. Orders are brought out to your table after ordering, on an aluminum tray. Ambiance: It's nicely decorated and everything is still brand new, but there were two things that could easily be improved: a) Considering the relatively high prices of everything, I would expect real fountain soft drinks with free refills, but instead, you get a can of soda and a glass of ice. ?!?!?!? The canned soda with no refills is inconsistent with the otherwise higher-end nature of this restaurant. Canned Coke is what I expect when I ask for a beverage at a food truck or when I'm at a carnival, not after I just dropped upwards of $30 for fish & chips and cole slaw. b) We arrived right at noon, with only one other customer there, and yet we were told that all soups were already "sold out". Not believable. It sounds more like someone forgot to order more soup ingredients, and/or they just didn't have anything heated-up.

I decided to order a glass of wine and have a scone as I waited for my friend to arrive. The staff…read morethat waited on me were very friendly and accommodating. The lemon curd that came with the scone was delicious. I was sad when the scone was gone and I still had a lot of curd leftover. For dinner, I ordered a small order of the fish and chips. It came with a large piece of fish and plenty of fries. I thought the fish had the perfect amount of breading. It wasn't overly greasy. I had also ordered hot tea. In true British fashion it was served with milk and sugar. The hot tea was very soothing and was a perfect addition to the meal. Overall, was very pleased with everything that I had. And am excited to come back for an afternoon tea experience.