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Yats

4.6 (762 reviews)
InexpensiveCajun/Creole
Open 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Half Drunken Chicken; Half Crawfish Etouffee
Joshua R.

The food and service are AWESOME. The decor and vibe is a bit weird, but I will stomach that for the FOOD. I split the Drunken Chicken and Crawfish Ettoufe. WOW! I think I would prefer the Drunken Chicken, but both were really good. The bread and their homemade butter spread were also fantastic! Parking is a little hard to find on the street, but we parked around the corner. Would definitely recommend and would come back next time we are in Indy!

Maque Choux with Chicken
Emmy M.

I honestly can't figure out why I have never been here? I have a distant memory of not liking the food but given that I didn't remember the bread I feel like maybe that was a fever dream?? Anyways stopped in for lunch with my brother and I was blown away by the food along with the quantity and quality. I got the maque choux with chicken and I could eat that for all time. What a time to be alive. I will now be frequenting Yats all the time.

Jennifer P.

My staple spot. This Yats has the warmest family staff and the warmest family flavors that have never missed. I crave the drunken chicken often, get it often, and strongly suggest it to every Hoosier.

Maque Choux with Chicken
Lisa M.

Yum! Ordered to go because we weren't sure how busy they'd be with the solar eclipse. Good thing too! It was super busy. Parking was hard to find on a Sunday evening. Maybe because of the eclipse? Or maybe that's how it always is. Husband said it was packed inside--lines winding all around. The place is popular for sure. What we got: Crawfish etouffee - Spicy but tasty. Definitely hearty. Enough for leftovers (we got the pint size). Chicken maque choux - Probably spicier than the etouffe & just as hearty. Regular size and still had leftovers. Nothing really for our kids to eat except the bread...but they really like the bread for whatever that's worth. We had to order dinner for them from somewhere else. I think I'd stick to the crawfish next time. We're more seafood people, but mistakenly thought the maque choux would be mild. TL;DR hearty and spicy, but good (just not good for kids who can't handle heat)

Madeline Z.

Highly recommend! 5/5 The portion sizes are super generous and balanced between rice, entree and bread. Absolutely an option for a lunch on the go- this has consistently been ready in less than 5 minutes during the lunch hour. Depth of flavor and the worlds best bread! Consistent across locations!

Drunken Chicken (left)  Chili Cheese Etouffee with Crawfish (right)
Natalie G.

After living in Indy for almost 5 years, I finally tried Yats and damn do I wish I tried it earlier!!! I knew a lot of people who love this place and now I understand why! There are numerous locations, but the restaurant on College is the original. I've never had Cajun food from NOLA before so I have nothing to compare it to, but regardless it was delicious! It's about $10 for a plate and the perfect lunch spot on a cold day. You can also order a larger size to take home. The service is happy and helpful! I'm pretty sure I saw the founder/owner of Yats cooking himself in the kitchen. (Pretty sure it was him because his face is in all the photos on the walls!) Seeing him back there with his sleeves up really made it a pleasant "ma and pa" type experience. In the photo, I ordered half drunken chicken (left) and half cheese chili with crawfish (right). It comes on a bed of rice and two slices of bread!

B&B
Christina M.

Want your taste buds to sing while wrapped in the vibes of New Orleans? This place is for you. Did I mention it is delicious AND affordable?? You can try any of the options on the menu before you order. The food always comes out quick and every meal comes with warm, buttery bread. This is my go-to place and worth braving the parking for. If you aren't coming here, you really are missing out.

Maque Choux meal (bread not opened)
Andrew K.

New to the area and tried Yats after hearing so much about it. I have to say WOW. I highly recommend the Maque Choux to anyone (especially if you aren't a big fan of spice). One of the employees there knew it was my first time and even went to the back to bring me out a free sample, which meant the world to me. The amazing toasted bread, rice, and entree for only $9 made it a steal. They've earned a new loyal customer.

Chicken Maque Choux (which I'm probably spelling wrong)
Izzy O.

The chicken maque choux from Yats is one of the only things I get a craving for. It's slightly sweet and the perfect comfort food plus the bread served with it is like garlic bread's cooler friend lol. I always order extra. The food at Yats is always consistent and delicious. And it heats up well if you happen to have leftovers.

Chili cheese etoufee and B&B.

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3 years ago

My favorite place in Indy! Go-to is B&B and Spinach and Mushroom Étouffée! Delicious!

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4 years ago

Any location in Indy is great. Love the crawfish etouffe but everything is always good. Always gotta go extra bread cause why not you know?

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2 years ago

Great vibe, great service, and fantastic food. I love coming here for lunch. Keep up the great service Yats!!!

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3 years ago

Always very good. Quick with out feeling like take out. Recommend going earlier in day as they run out of certain things. The bread though

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The food is awesome. Always a great price. The ambiance is fun. The service is fast. This location is my favorite.

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I love the food especially the garlic toast!! This is my go to place when I want something different.. you will not be disappointed

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