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    Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

    4.1 (483 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
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    Bone In Fried Chicken - grits & potatoes
    Elaine F.

    Second visit to Tupelo Honey on Mother's Day and I had brunch my way. Ordered the chicken and waffles once again, but this time paid a little extra for the bone in chicken verses the strips. The bone in chicken was much flavorful and juicy and came with two sides. Meal was super good, service was great!

    Crispy Brussels*
    Jasmine P.

    This is my third time eating at Tupelo Honey and it might just be a comfort food for me at this point but isn't that what all soul food is? I always get the chicken and waffles and brussel sprouts. The chicken was very flavorful, not too spicy, not too sweet and the waffle was soft as well. The Brussels were cooked to my liking but I wish there was something additional to them, maybe honey but they are still delicious! I ordered a new coffee and enjoyed that as well. The sever was very nice and attentive too our table even though there wasn't too many people in the restaurant and the place was clean! If you're in the area, Tupelo is always a great place to eat at!

    Famous Fried Green Tomatoes*
    Jon O.

    Tupelo Honey is a fantastic date night spot with solid food and a fantastic vibe! Tried it out for the first time for a Valentine's date last week. Its fresh and fun atmosphere was a welcomed contrast to the cold and dank weather. We got a reservation ahead of time so we were able to sit right away. Our waitress was pleasant, but transparent of the fact that she was new and hadn't tried many things on the menu yet. No worries...I'm never afraid to explore a menu! Lol! We knew we wanted to start off with the fried green tomatoes, and they were fantastic. The fry on them was perfect, not too greasy. The tomatoes were fresh, and it was all laid over a soft velvety bed of grits. For the entrée, I went with the shrimp and grits while my wife ordered the chicken and waffles. While I thought the grits were a little soupy for me, all the flavors were there and I was not disappointed. Wife loved the chicken waffles. Great flavor on the chicken! I also ordered one biscuit on the side with the peach jam for a little something sweet. Not gonna lie, I wanted to drink that peach jam! The only bummer of the night is that we ordered the signature margarita and mule and both were pretty weak. Not sure if the bartender was just having an off night, but it was what it was. Overall great spot and I can't wait to come as the weather improves to enjoy some of their outdoor seating!

    Andrew R.

    Came here for brunch and loved how big and bright the restaurant is. I ordered a chicken sandwich and a side of soup. The sandwich was pretty good, and the soup was amazing! Prices are reasonable and the service was great. Would recommend!

    Caesar Salad
    Adrienne M.

    We came to get a small bite to eat. I tried the green fried tomatoes and a caesar salad both were good. Bf had chicken tenders these were over cooked and didn't taste well. He did say the sauces weren't bad. I'd come back to try a few more things during happy hour for sure!

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    Amanda W.

    We had a bogo offer so we decided to come here for a lunch. We scored free parking close by and as downtown wasn't too busy I didn't put in for reservations. There were only a couple other tables occupied. Our server greeted us and took our drink order and food order quickly. We were advised they are changing their menu Thursday so they no longer have collard greens. We got 2 orders of the biscuits for a cause. The proceeds go towards a fun for employees in need. The biscuits are like a drop biscuit with a light crunch on the outside and soft inside The blueberry jam is good. Peach one was just like you took diced peaches out of a can and used them The gravy pairs really well with them as a dipping option. The honey they bring to table is even better. I ordered the smothered chicken with 2 sides Chicken was breaded lightly and you get 2 pieces however the chicken was a little tough and dry. The gravy is good and creamy and the basil is a nice added touch Chicken Pablano soup is full of chicken and very flavorful I would definitely get this again Grits are very creamy and were good. Hubby ordered white meat fried chicken with Brussels sprouts. The Brussels sprouts stole the show. They had a nice little char to them and you get a huge portion put a sprinkle of salt on time and they are amazing. The chicken lacked flavor once you got thru the skin. A little dry. Decent fried chicken but have had better Towards the end of the meal our server left and didnt say anything to use so it was a while before someone came and checked on us and by that time we finished with our meal and could have used refills prior to finishing our meal. Other than that overall decent experience.

    Crispy brussel sprouts
    Doug H.

    We love to try places we have never been to before when participating in DEVOUR INDY. This time we sampled Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen and Bar. This place is adjacent to the Alexander Hotel. Parking is easy; we used a nearby garage. First, the cocktails were amazing. In fact my wife said her Espresso Martini was the best she had ever had. Our appetizers of fried green tomatoes and crispy brussel sprouts were very good with the tomatoes served on a bed of grits and drizzled with a red pepper sauce. Our entrees of Shrimp and Grits and half fried chicken were brought out hot and quickly. The grits were packed with shrimp and the 18 hour brined honey dusted chicken was juicy on the inside and so so crunchy outside. HOWEVER. THE HIGHLIGHT OF THE EVENING WAS THE SPECTACULAR SERVICE WE RECEIVED FROM ASHLEY. She was very attentive, very informative of how the menu was prepared and all smiles. Most importantly, she displayed a distinctive pride in restaurant she was representing and the quality of food she brought to the table. She is indeed an asset to Tupelo Honey and truly made our experience the best.

    Half chicken and brussels. Very good.
    rod m.

    It's good option for trendy fried chicken. We enjoyed our meal, but our trainee server just didn't understand timing and bartender was slow to orders. They also bought the lemons with most seeds ever. There is a fine line between good meal coupled with good service. It's about timing. Cocktails should be out before meal and with appetizers. If you order a second, while waiting... it should still precede meal. If 4/5 dinners arrive, we all are waiting for the 5th. It needs to be priority 1. The meals were good. Good portions. The tomato soup was the consistency of marinara sauce. Add some liquid before serving. The fried green tomatoes were best dish on the table. The fried pickles too, were served hot and promptly. Then the staff stopped helping our server and the wheels fell off. I blame the manager... he ensures staff help noob.

    Karla S.

    the place is pretty empty on a Saturday during a Colts game. Perfect time to go. Service was ok; not bad, not exceptional. I haven't been here in a while. The food portions are small for the price. I left hungry. I had avocado toast. I enjoyed the toast but just wish there was more. The person I was with and order shrimp and grits. It was good but would be nice if a biscuit or something came with the meal.

    Jasmine H.

    Im not sure what is going on with Tupelo I have been twice in the past couple of months and it has been dead. They offer a lot of specials and now happy hour. They may need a good marketing push because the food is decent and it offers a brunch kinda scene. The service is def not what It used to be and the bartender is ok. I will continue to support.

    Asheville Hot with Mac-N-Cheese Waffles
    Kristina P.

    Tupelo Honey was the perfect comfort brunch food after a late night concert in downtown Indy the night before. If a menu has an espresso martini, you better believe I will be ordering it and theirs did not disappoint! The inside of Tupelo Honey is cute and our server was fantastic! He even let my friend try a side dish when she couldn't decide which to order. My hot honey chicken and waffles with Mac and cheese was AHHHmazing!! If you are looking for a fun twist with a kick on chicken & waffles, then this is it!

    Bone In Fried Chicken Family Meal for 2
    Ayele O.

    I wish I lived closer to Tupelo. My husband and I had an amazing experience. From the aesthetics to the food and service, we thoroughly enjoyed our time.

    Teresa S.

    I love brunch places and now this one is on the top of my list. They take reservations as my daughter arranged for seven of us for my birthday. Of course I had omelette and it was amazing. My husband had biscuits and gravy. He loved it. Service was great cute atmosphere. Definitely coming back here again soon.

    Avocado melt with house salad and vinaigrette

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    I'd recommend ParkMobile street parking. There's a garage called CityWay South Parking Garage that is pricier than street parking. You can park just down the street in Fletcher Place for free for a 5m walk.

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    This is right up my alley--an upscale atmosphere but not too pretentious (casual). The 2 sliders…read morewith Mac 'n cheese was the perfect amount of food. I paid the $8 to upgrade the mac to lobster mac...so delicious & so worth it (the upgrade was so unnecessary but so necessary, iykyk!). I also love that they allow you to mix & match on the sliders (filet, fried shrimp, or wagyu beef with Brie). I went with 1 filet and 1 wagyu beef, which was also perfect! Would love to try the fried shrimp at some point. The accompanying aiolis perfectly complemented the sliders! I completed my meal with a lemon drop martini. Service was friendly & attentive. Will definitely keep this spot in mind the next time I return to Indy & would highly recommend to others. In fact, I found it superior to my experience @ Harry & Izzy's--much more my vibe!

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    Strange Bird - Jiro-kei ramen

    Strange Bird

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    This place is so cute from the outside and a nice chill classy tiki vibe on the inside. We weren't…read moreable to make a reservation because of the popularity but there were cute large couches and chairs to chill at while you wait with a cocktail or mocktail. Even though they were busy the wait was not very long and the host was so nice and I wish I could remember his name. Our server was so nice and kind and made great recommendations. I had the mocktail Nohito and it was sooo cute and delicious! The others had cocktails and a bottle of coke (yes glass bottle)- cute right?! Now we had the Karange tofu and I need that recipe! The crispiest most flavorful tofu outside and nice and soft inside. Couldn't tell it wasn't chicken! We also had oysters. For dinner I had the Katsu Curry and it was on point! And the leftovers were just as delicious. My sister had the Tantanmen and it was sooo good!! I could drink that broth. They do give you options for rice instead of noodles and broth if you like options. We also shared the Glazed tofu and yall it will change your LIFE!!! Cute monkeys hanging out everywhere with beautiful string lights and a classy understated tiki vibe. Please go here if you haven't yet. You'll thank me later

    Strangebird is one of my family's favorite places in Indy. We have special occasions there, go to…read morecelebrate little moments, and go on a bad day when we just need a big bowl of comfort food. The drinks, the ramen, the dessert...we love it all, and we love spending our money at a local business. For years now, the kitchen has substituted rice for ramen for me because I have gluten intolerance. I have always asked respectfully, explained why, and said thank you, every single time. Tonight my husband and I walked down to Strangebird for dinner, ordered drinks and dinner, and I had *just* said to my husband that Strangebird has come to feel like a second home. Then the server came out and told us that the chef has decided they will no longer permit any modifications, including those that meet dietary needs. We were out on the quiet patio surrounded by other customers, so on top of being totally blindsided, it was actually pretty embarrassing, too. Folks, let me tell you how much I wish I could just eat the ramen noodles like everybody else. So much food that I love (and in some cases spent years learning to make myself) went out the window forever when my body stopped being able to handle wheat. But at Strangebird, I could still go in and enjoy the depth of flavor in every other component of a bowl of ramen. And that meant the absolute world to me. I'm heartbroken.

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    4.2(50 reviews)
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    The place is very elegant. We came for the first day of brunch. I want to come back for the burger…read more The green eggs and ham sandwich was also good. We got a pitcher of mimosa for 5 and it was yummy. I didn't know there was a view like this place. Everyone in the hotel was very kind. From the doors men to the person working in the other restaurant that told us about this place on the rooftop.

    Each year I host a Mother's Day lunch and this year's location was Astrea. I like to be detailed so…read morethis may be a bit long but stick with me. Keagan Fife (Manager) - A team player, receptive to feedback and conscientious. We had a issue while there and he was able to step in and problem solve with me and come up with a solution that really won us over. We had a moment where it was feeling a bit "why did we come here" but his customer service exceeded expectation. That's good management. (He's the gentleman in the video below.) Let's get the negative out the way 1st. The first waitress asked if we wanted anything to drink. I told her we hadn't received menus. She came back sat them down and walked away. We never saw her again. A new waitress came and she seemed pleasant enough. Once we were all seated she began to take our orders. She made a point to say she needed to write it all down or she was get it mixed up. She then did not write anything down. Our food came out extremely slow but that wasn't a huge deal because we all were mingling. A lot of her team had to step in and deliver our food, give drinks, check on us etc. She was pretty non existent. Two of the ladies never received food. This was after we had been there for 2 hours and everyone else had received their items. At the end when we asked for our check they were all mixed up and confused. The waitress then blamed us for adding things and moving around. We never moved once and she only came around the one time when she originally took our orders. We never got a chance to add things. (it was quite comical that she tried to say that) I ended up asking for manager because she seemed overwhelmed and a bit bias about our group. Assuming that we wouldn't want one check and splitting them because she figured we would want it that way and then blaming us because she did it when we never asked for split. There rule is parties over 8 have to have 1 bill and we never asked for an exception. There was just her assumption that a group of black women wouldn't want to do that. (I digress) There were a few more things but I will end it there. That was the big negative. Now the positive!!! Ambiance 10/10 - great views, great music, great location, umbrellas on roof were great although a but wobbly and scary. Also, they come around with complimentary sunglasses while dining. I thought this was a nice and luxurious touch! Food 8/10 - most food received was delicious Service 9/10 - everyone except for our server was great! Everyone who pitched in to help was awesome! Ended up tipping a different server who basically helped us the whole time. Bless his heart because I know he was super busy. As stated above management handle the situation well. I would definitely go back! I try to give people a chance. I think our server may have been overwhelmed and had a past experience that left her bias against our group but hopefully she can grow and get better. Her actions don't reflect the restaurant as a whole! Go and enjoy the vibes and views!

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