Petite Chou
823 E Westfield Blvd.
Indianapolis, IN 46208
317.566.0765‎

If you're looking for a great place to get breakfast Indianapolis, try this delicious restaurant located along the canal in Broad Ripple.  Petite Chou was created, owned, and operated by Café Patachou.

The atmosphere was very welcoming.  I noticed that many people brought their dogs, opting for an outside table and fresh water for their dogs (compliments of Petite Chou). 

There was about a 30 minute wait to get an outside table since the weather was great.  We were able to grab a cup of coffee (at a self-serve coffee station) while we waited to be seated.  After we were seated, the service was good.  Although the staff was busy, they were still attentive, as well as knowledgeable about the menu.

The food was absolutely amazing! Everything was fresh, and they try to use organic products when available.  I got the broken yolk bacon and avocado sandwich on wheat bread - delicious!  It was served with fresh fruit, and I also got coffee.  The sandwich was filling and didn't leave me hungry until the evening, so it was a great option!  There were many items to choose from on their menu.  Each of my friends got an omelette, which they said was delicious.  I'll try one of those next time! 

If you're looking for brunch restaurants in Broad Ripple, or just a restaurant in Indianapolis in general, check out Petite Chou! Or head to the nearest Café Patachou, creator of Petite Chou.

I'll definitely go back soon!

Buggs Temple
337 W 11th Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
317.955.2389

So how do I evaluate a downtown Indianapolis restaurant? Especially for Lunch?  Ambiance, convenience and food.   To me, to get a designation as one of the best lunch restaurants in Indianapolis you have to start with how it feels.   Most of the time you want a place you can have a conversation, a restaurant that’s attractive and friendly….a place that’s cool so you glow in how cool it is to your guest.

Buggs Temple at the north end of the Downtown Indy Canal meets that criteria.  I never even heard of Buggs Temple before 11am this morning, but Kyle Saylers of Clarian Health Ventures treated me today and it was fantastic.  It’s a great old church located right on the tip of the Canal.  It was a little bit of a hike from my office on the downtown Indianapolis Circle and I saw there was plenty of parking. Inside were huge windows looking over the canal…it was a little chilly for the outside deck, but it looked beautiful.  The waiters were fantastic, fun, knew the menu and were wearing June Cleaver aprons,  Our guy knew the menu, was friendly and attentive while giving us plenty of space to have our conversation.

I've not been to this Indianapolis downtown restaurant  at night, but imagine it's a great place for a date.   Supposedly there is an upstairs that has terrific views and is one of the top spots for Indianapolis fine dining.  The menu did include Steak and Seafood along with great grilled sandwiches.  I had a Cuban, which came with a fresh mixed salad.  I'm not sure about breakfast, and their website is one of the worst I've ever seen.

Zest! touts a menu of homestyle foods with an urban fare and is open 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, closed Sunday and Monday. Shop open until 4 p.m. through the week. 

I enjoyed the breakfast burrito which was filled with deliciousness!  Of course it had eggs and sausage and cheeses but the kicker was the fresh avocado, black beans, and yummy salsa.  It was great!  My fellow diners enjoyed the panini and homestyle breakfast offers.  These offerings also had the traditional breakfast ingredients with some extra special ingredients that were great.

This lovely establishment with its inviting decor, courteous staff will definitely remain on my list as a fave for Indianapolis breakfast restaurants and among the top for restaurants in Broad Ripple.  I also look forward to trying lunch and their takeout delicatessan offerings soon... stay tuned!

Au Bon Pain
26 Monument Circle
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Phone: 317-226-9300
Fax: 317-636-9128



So in the beginning I was resistant to Au Bon Pain when they first opened on the Circle in Downtown Indianapolis.   I liked the South Bend Chocolate Factory and felt bad supporting a evil national competitor opening right next door.  I also hate names that I can't pronounce very well...

So I was wrong.  I probably frequent Au Bon Pain more that any other restaurant on the circle.  An they are not evil.   If you look at the Au Bon Pain website, you will find that they are front and center with all of their nutrition information for every menu item.  Health Magazine has named them one of the healthiest restaurants.   The food is really good and has a wide variety.  Every day they have an assortment of soups, and as you can see from the video, they encourage sampleing.   (I'm sure you could sneak in a lunch just on the samples)  The also have lots of portion appropriate salds already made up, along with fresh wraps and half sandwiches.   I wouldn't call this a dinner restaurant,  it's more like a delicatessen with great lunch food that's fast.  They also have really good breakfast foods and for cookies&muffins it's one of the best bakeries in Indianapolis.

The people are friendly and I'm happy to write a positive review of this great downtown Indianapolis restaurant. 

So this week was my choice in where the Marketing Staff at Compendium would be going for lunch. You can check out Compendium Blogware by Clicking Here.

This week I decided to go back to the cornucopia that is the City Market and try out this place called Philadelphia Steak&Cheese. Joined by Monica this time, we agreed that it was a good place to eat, but some felt like the food needed something else. We all ordered Philly Cheese Steaks, but there were also burgers on the menu along with breakfast foods that I believe are only served in the morning. Mikey and Monica felt that the sandwiches could have used more cheese. Monica also thought that the meat tasted like it was re-heated beef, which I guess has a different taste. She also said that the “seasoned fries” would be better if they had the peel on and they need to have lots more seasoning. Mikey mentioned, “The next time I go, I might opt for one for the burgers that I didn’t see until I got up to the counter.”  Meghan said that her sandwich and food was delicious. She had never had a Philly Cheese Steak before and doesn’t have anything to compare it to, but “for the first time it was really, really good and I want to go back.” As for the boss lady, Megan, she really enjoyed her Philly experience. She said that her food was fresh and hot, but could have used more seasoning and cheese. Megan mentioned that it was not as greasy as expected and she really liked the wheat bun (isn’t all wheat bread just wheat bread?). And since it was Boss’s day, we all pitched in for her meal and she loved “that my wonderful team paid for my lunch.” As for my meal, I felt like it was great. I had gone once before last spring, and it was just as good as I remembered. And just like everyone else, I wish there was a little bit more cheese on the sandwich, but overall I thought it was great.

Now the atmosphere of the whole lunch is something we all agree on. Meghan said, “As always, the atmosphere was excellent.” She also felt that the guys behind the counter brought Philadelphia to Indianapolis. Mikey thought the staff was awesome and if you speak even a little Spanish, there is a free lesson at the end of the line. The man there speaks Spanglish and as Mikey found out, if you speak even a little Spanish to him, he will talk in only Spanish. So who-ever said you can’t learn at a fast food restaurant, you can tell them they are wrong. Monica thought the service was very efficient and well organized. The owner really knows how to make a quick, good Philly Cheese Steak sandwich. However, don’t be polite to the cashier (who I think is a real Philadelphian) because he gets thrown off and doesn’t know how to respond. When I gave him my money, I said thank you (just like my mom taught me to do) and the cashier said, “Why are you all being some polite to me, I work in the fast food business, you’re supposed to abuse me.” But I think he was kidding…. a little.

So if you are in the mood for a quick taste of Philadelphia, you don’t have to worry about driving out there and the price of gas. Just cruise over to the City Market located at 222 East Market Street, right in downtown Indianapolis and get your free Spanish lesson along with a good sandwich.  If you want to check out was else the City Market as to offer you can Click Here.

Patachou On The Park - http://www.cafepatachou.com
Location:  225 W Washington St (Simon Building First Floor)

DLG Rating:  8/10



I got my first taste of Patachou today, and in two words it was delicious and slow.  The menu contained what seemed like hundreds of choices, so the more indecisive folks among us might find it a little difficult to settle on one item.  It’s also one of the few places I’ve seen in the downtown area with breakfast for lunch.  An array of omelets, waffles and breakfast sandwiches take up an entire side of the menu.  The flipside of the menu contains your more typical café food with a twist.  Another bonus in my book was the outside seating right on Washington St.

Now for the ugly… it was slow.  Almost painfully slow to eat there.  Now I always take the fact that my situation could have been unique and not the norm, but if you don’t have an hour (hour plus in our case) to spend at lunch this isn’t your place.  

Palomino
49 West Maryland Street
Indianapolis, In 46204
317-974-0400

Every time I think of the best restaurant in Indianapolis for a date, Palomino enters my mind. This restaurant is the essence of a tasteful yet cool downtown restaurant.

The key to a successful date here is to try the custom mixed margaritas served Martini Style. The other key is to avoid a regular table and sit in the bar. As you know, a big part of a successful date is seeing and being seen. Getting a table in the bar is worth waiting for and if you can score a window seat, well let’s just say you have really scored…

You won't find Pizza slices or breakfast, but you will find great seafood, steak, Italian dining in an excellent environment. Take my advice and take your date downtown to one of my favorite and best restaurants in Indianapolis…Palomino.

Le Peep is the best restaurant to grab brunch in Indianapolis.  I look forward to going to Le Peep after church on Sunday morning and enjoying their delicious "Granola Blues," which are blueberry and granola pancakes.  I also love Le Peep's french toast and omelets.  If you are hungry for breakfast or brunch, Le Peep should be your first choice!

Location: Mozzi's Pizza Greenfield

Address: 2221 W. Main Street Greenfield, IN 46140

Phone Number: (317)462-2999

So, you are hungry and need to find food within half an hour of Indianapolis, Indiana. You've had enough of all the traffic and congestion of downtown, and you want some good, homecooked food in a much less congested area. Well, if this is truly what you are looking for, then Mozzi's Pizza in Greenfield, Indiana (about 20 miles east of Indianapolis on US 40) is the place for you. First of all, Mozzi's pizza is one of the best, if not THE best, pizzeria that I have been too (and I have been to a LOT of pizzerias). It is somewhat of a sports restaurant, as the walls are lined with autographed pictures of famous sports heroes, and make sure not to miss the autographed basketballs lining the ceiling in the main area! The floor itself resembles a basketball court, yet despite its focus on basketball, it seems to have a feel of home to it for me. I go to Mozzi's at least 1-2 times per week, mostly because it's menu is large, and it is relatively low-priced. Also, Mozzi's is good for just about any occassion, and I can definitely voucher for that statement. I have held birthday parties, team parties, get-togethers, dates, family dining experiences, and even after-school lunches or brunches. The pizza itself is excellent, and of all the items on the menu, I would recommend the Chicago crust pepperoni and bacon pizza, and for starters, I would also recommend the buffet-style breadsticks. Overall, I would give this place 6 stars on a five star scale, as it is my favorite restaurant that I have been to in my entire life

Website: www.mozzispizza.com

Rating: 5 stars

 

My girlfriend, Siobhan, and I were brainstorming one morning about places we could go for breakfast and nothing really sounded that good to me. She finally suggested Cafe Patachou, a small restaurant on 49^th and Pennsylvania street. I had never heard of it but she said that she had always heard wonderful things about the food and atmosphere, so we decided to give it a try. As soon as we arrived I noticed that they were extremely busy and my dad always says that is a great sign to a good restaurant. We were seated at the bar after a short wait and both ordered the French toast, which is what Siobhan had heard such wonderful things about and now I know why. If you are ever in the area, make sure to give Cafe Patachou a try for breakfast or lunch!

As a college student I love places that I can get breakfast food anytime of the day since I rarely see the morning during the weekend.  Broadripple Bagel and Deli makes great bagel sandwiches with very creative names, my favorite is the "De-La-Wee."  They also give you the option to create your own bagel and put a name on it to hang up on their crowded menu wall.  Ripple Bagel and Deli steams all of their bagels which makes them soft and tastey.  If you are feeling like a Chi-Dog, they boast that they make the best one you'll ever taste thanks to their Veinna Beef hotdogs.  My favorite thing at Ripple Bagel and Deli is their chocolate peanut butter rice krispy treats, they are unbelievebly good!  Give them a try, its worth the hassle of finding a parking spot in Broadripple, I promise.

The best restaurant and best dining experience in Indianpolis is at Zest! Their menu changes daily. This is by far the best restaurant for breakfast / brunch on the weekends.