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DateIndianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 602-3708
Naisa Pan-Asian Cafe
Categories:
Asian Fusion,
Chinese
Neighborhood: Fountain Square
Indianapolis, IN 46203
International Tea and Coffee - CLOSED
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Tea Rooms
Neighborhood: Fletcher Place
1 Previous Review:
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11/7/2007 First to Review
I love this spot! Not just because of the vibrant blue walls, fresh interior, bright comfy ottomans, Indonesian furniture and accents, international music and huge grids of windows, or the fact it used to actually be a bank way back in the day, the owners (who are so awesome, interesting and whom I spend more time chatting with than reading, eating or writing, which is why I usually go there for in the first place!)
Anyway, its in Fountain Square (look for the white 'Got Breakfast' sign out front when they're open). Basically I just look for the sign if I'm passing through to see if they're open. :)
They offer a great selection of loose teas (you'll want to wait a few minutes for the cup to steep to get great flavor), free-trade coffee, bubble tea, a food menu that's constantly growing and offers an international flavor, and vegetarian offerings in addition to turkey, chicken, salmon and albacore tuna-based dishes and sandwiches.
So far I've had lots of pastries (you MUST try any of the German pastries made by a local woman who runs ZamoVar is AMAZING with the baking -- the Crumb Cake and Cherry Cheese Cake are my favorites. They are rich but not overly sweet, and do usually contain almonds. (For those with nut allergies, she does take custom orders and will make some recipes without nuts). The cheese cake is not your typical cheesecake -- it's hard to describe, but think dense, but not heavy, very deep flavor, and smooth texture. From time to time there will be a special recipe she's trying out, and you'll know it -- the texture of the bread items, like muffins, are light, delicately sweet but not overly so, and eat something like a cross between a bread and a dessert. You'll know it when you taste it (I did, and it had been at least 2 years since I last had her crumb cake before I first set foot in iC&T a few weeks ago and had the pineapple muffin!!)
As for the food, I had the salmon patty the other day, with chips and a cup of peach fruit tea blend. Word is I'll finally have a downtown spot to get my falafel fix, too!! They have breakfast burritos, but I haven't gotten there for breakfast yet.
Food offerings are in the $4.50 to $5.75 range. Can't remember how much the tea is -- has to be a couple of bucks I suppose. I love this place!!
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 253-3709
Good Earth Natural Foods
Categories:
Shoe Stores,
Health Markets,
Grocery
Neighborhood: Broad Ripple
If you go don't forget to check out the community bulletin board overlfowing with postings right outside the back door. Since it's barely a block away from the Monon consider biking there -- it's worth it!
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 634-0404
Paradise Bakery & Cafe - Chase Tower
Category:
Sandwiches
It's a bit pricey and portions are moderate (they won't leave you starving) but, depending on what you get, it's as good as or better than Au Bon Pain. On the plus side: they open at 6:30am for breakfast and have a meeting room and (I think) free wi-fi! One down side: they're only open weekdays.
At times the music can be so loud it makes conversation at a normal talking levels difficult, but it works wonders as a mid-day wake-up!
Definitely check out the cookies/baked goods! One thing I've eaten there but nowhere else is the tomato-pineapple pesto -- yummy!
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 624-9123
Au Bon Pain Lockefield - CLOSED
Categories:
Sandwiches,
Coffee & Tea,
Bakeries
It was 'a la carte' all the way -- ginger carrot soup, a southwest corn muffin and fancy swedish berry soda -- so I found it rather pricey, but really tasty (even if the corn muffin was a little heavy on the oil/butter than expected) and made for a nice lunch, so it was all good.
As for the space, there's a separate conference room in back for groups, and even a pillowed window seat. All-in-all a great, bright and spacious place to relax on the weekend!
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 917-2233
Center Stage Cafe - CLOSED
Categories:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt,
Sandwiches,
Performing Arts,
Delis
Indianapolis, IN 46203
(317) 631-2775
Biz On Fletcher
Categories:
Hair Salons,
Skin Care,
Nail Salons
Neighborhood: Fletcher Place
She asked a few requisite questions (my preference about shape, how much arching, etc.) and I asked her to do whatever she felt would best frame my face. And she did! It was the quickest and mildest eyebrow waxing I've ever had done, and I'm super happy with the results!
I second Alison C.: The prices are great and the building IS awesome (even more-so once you flip through the album of renovation pics). There's a designated area for each service, and the spaces are so open, calming and inviting -- and yeah, it does really smell good in there!
Can't wait to go back!!
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 635-0361
The Living Room Lounge
Categories:
Lounges,
American (Traditional),
Karaoke
Neighborhood: Saint Joseph
It just happens to be a newly-expanded bar boasting 3 pool tables, a stage and more indoor seating to accommodate an eclectic mix of amiable and dedicated drinkers. But it still retains that proper dive-bar feel (last time I visited it was 25 cent beer / $2 pitcher night, there's still the half-way house across the street (so I'm told) and the fact you can look through and see your food being prepared doesn't alter a thing), so it's all good.
Not sure what the current music mix is like. Last few visits consisted of karaoke one night, hip hop the next. Interesting mix of people though, s always.
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 638-8138
Greg's
Category:
Gay Bars
Neighborhoods: Old Northside, Herron Morton Place
Service was fast and attentive, the spicy steak salad tasty -- a mild and pleasing mix from the organic mixed leaf lettuce, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo and sour cream ranch, then just enough heat from the spicy 4 oz. ribeye strips -- just enough to get the point across without setting your tongue ablaze.
Would get a five but for one down side: the texture of the steak. Steel teeth shouldn't be required in order to gnaw through every other bite.
It'll get a second chance -- I just won't order steak!
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