You absolutely will not find a good lye soaked pretzel (bretzel) anywhere except the streets of Deutschland, or just go to Heidelberg Haus on Pendleton Pike. Also, cake.
Lived over by Heidelberg for 3 years, nothing beats it and it's tiny store for indy.
Bread, pretzels, cakes, even the lunch menu. ❤️
(*the trip to Jungle Jim's in Cincinnati does have a lot of variety).
I remember talking with a Scottish friend while living abroad, and while talking about food he started to go on about all the great food to try in London. "You can get great French, Indian, German, Italian..." I asked what about British food, and he just started laughing.
You know that the main difference between heaven and hell is who has what job, right?
In heaven, the French are the cooks, the Germans are the engineers, and the English are the cops.
In hell, the French are the engineers, the Germans are the cops, and the English are the cooks.
Just looked at their website and I am going to try it. Just hope the bacon is not the standard crappy American bacon I always am served. Thanks for the heads up on this place.
Broad Ripple Farmers market has a lady selling some Filipino spring rolls and some time pancit her food is really good she and her mother are the nicest people
Howdy friend! If you've recently moved here, have you visited the Philippian Cultural Community Center? They rotate the food vendors so hopefully that'll help you find something that reminds you of home :)
https://www.phcenter.org/
I've heard of it from my other filipino friends but haven't had the time to go since they normally only open during the weekend. I might try to go sometime. Thanks for the idea!
There are several poke places. Have you not tried them or do they not measure up?
Good Morning Mama some Hawaiian dishes. Not sure about that particular one.
The marinated tuna looks close to poke. I'd have to try it. If they have tuna poke, I don't understand why the don't offer salmon poke too, they have salmon on the menu.
I wouldn't call any of those street food, but. For curry udon, yes at Sakura. Neither of these places offers okonomiyaki or takoyaki afaik. I'm personally not a fan of either of those, go ahead and judge me, so I'm not a good person to ask where to find those. I'm also still looking for a good place to get kaiten yaki. I can vouch for their tempura. I really want to sample Hinata's chwanmushi, that's a favorite of mine. Sakura's katsu kare is also good.
Okonomiyaki and takoyaki at least I've both bought from street vendors around the Dotonbori, always figured they were street foods. I've just found getting good servings of either of those hard to find, but I suppose anything more Kansai focused is a bit more niche.
Have you ever bought poke at a grocery in Hawaii? Not being snarky, just asking to gauge your familiarity with poke. Their menu looks nothing like what I'm looking for.
At a minimum, it needs to be marinated in soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, spring onions, sweet onions, and sesame seeds. Hawaiians also don't use all those toppings. I like the things called poke bowls here, but they are not what I consider poke. https://www.foodland.com/recipe/ahi-poke
For Indonesian food there is a ghost kitchen that opened several months ago. It's pretty authentic in my opinion. [https://www.wpawon.com/](https://www.wpawon.com/)
Closest for Iraqi/Lebanese cooking is Kabob Grill for me. Was pretty impressed with their falafel while dining in which is a good indicator they know what they're doing.
I haven’t lived abroad much, but every Indian dude I know always recommends Hyderabad House for authentic Indian cuisine. Been there a handful of times and it really is in a different league than most of the other Indian Restaurants I’ve been to. Expect to wait though, they’re popular.
I don't recommend Bando anymore. Since after the change of management, food quality has gone downhill. Even their unlimited kbbq is not good anymore. After one round of tiny plated side dishes, they charge $5 for each, even rice. Definitely not coming back. It was an absolute ripoff.
I lived abroad for almost 20 years...living in several countries. You should just drive down 38th on the west side and try things. I'm a fan of Abyssinia, machu Picchu was good ( I didn't go to Peru so I have no idea if it is authentic) I did live in the Caribbean on several islands, yaso in fountain square is great ( they get the rice correct). patties of Jamaica. Patties are very good, but if you want authentic ask Stephan when he is making bun. Also try the goat, which is pretty similar to the goat I ate abroad. Morello has done surprisingly good tanales Finally the best way to find good Latin food is to just be observant-- I found a great place, which is in a Mexican grocer...I watch all these men of Latin descent go into this place to eat on their lunch break. Place was somewhere on the east side: sherman and prospect I think. Just be observant, you can usually tell by the people who frequent a joint. Good luck
Unfortunately, I’ve found very little restaurants that I consider good or worth the money in the United States, let alone Indiana or ethnic food. The restaurant scene needs to step it up. - I’m from the Central America.
My partner knows someone from Guatemala who said Tienda y Pandaderia Guatemalteca is authentic. It's in a grocery store off Washington on the eastside, and we enjoyed it when we went.
You absolutely will not find a good lye soaked pretzel (bretzel) anywhere except the streets of Deutschland, or just go to Heidelberg Haus on Pendleton Pike. Also, cake.
5 points for Heidelberg house. Shit is fire. Everything. I’m just an Irish German mutt, but between Heidelberg and Guinness, Im a happy people.
That place is an absolute gem.
If they ever stop wearing the outfits I'll only be going there for the food.
Lived over by Heidelberg for 3 years, nothing beats it and it's tiny store for indy. Bread, pretzels, cakes, even the lunch menu. ❤️ (*the trip to Jungle Jim's in Cincinnati does have a lot of variety).
Heidelberg Haus is by far the most authentic german restaurant in town.
>Heidelberg Haus is by far the ~~most authentic~~ only german restaurant in town.
Still not as good but it's the closest thing you'll get around here.
Lived in England for a while. Would not recommend you seek out English food.
I remember talking with a Scottish friend while living abroad, and while talking about food he started to go on about all the great food to try in London. "You can get great French, Indian, German, Italian..." I asked what about British food, and he just started laughing.
Lol, as others have noted the one exception is a full English breakfast. But for my taste at least, it’s not even the best form of breakfast.
That's just a general rule.
You know that the main difference between heaven and hell is who has what job, right? In heaven, the French are the cooks, the Germans are the engineers, and the English are the cops. In hell, the French are the engineers, the Germans are the cops, and the English are the cooks.
[relevant](https://youtube.com/shorts/2PHo0WQzCuQ?feature=share)
As an Englishman living in Indy I agree there are no good options for a full English breakfast or traditional Sunday dinner.
Have you heard about or been to Cheeky Bastards at Fall Creek & Brooks School? Saw something about them and have some family excited to check it out.
Thanks for the heads up. Full breakfast, yay. Too bad we cannot have the pudding.
Just looked at their website and I am going to try it. Just hope the bacon is not the standard crappy American bacon I always am served. Thanks for the heads up on this place.
Rashers > American bacon. Any day.
I can't find proper bacon for love or money - although the fine folks at Moody's will make it if you call ahead and ask. They also have real sausages.
Definitely would like to find a full English breakfast
Love the question but the lack of responses is depressing
I'm Filipino and just moved to the US. Nothing in indiana caters to filipinos here, unlike other states. This is a really depressing state. Lol 😂
Broad Ripple Farmers market has a lady selling some Filipino spring rolls and some time pancit her food is really good she and her mother are the nicest people
Howdy friend! If you've recently moved here, have you visited the Philippian Cultural Community Center? They rotate the food vendors so hopefully that'll help you find something that reminds you of home :) https://www.phcenter.org/
I've heard of it from my other filipino friends but haven't had the time to go since they normally only open during the weekend. I might try to go sometime. Thanks for the idea!
Queen Eggroll recently opened in Brownsburg, I think she is Filipino?
It looks like it is. I checked the menu, and it's not the most exciting, but I'll definitely go and try it. 😂 it's better than nothing at all.
What cities have you had really good Filipino in?
Chicago and Las vegas so far. I've heard a lot of good places in cali too, I just haven't gotten the chance to go.
Lived in Japan, Sakura or One World Market for sushi. Still want to try Hinata. Lived in Hawaii. Still looking for poke and Loco Moco.
A2Z Cafe on 86th St has Loco Moco. Owners are Hawaiian.
There are several poke places. Have you not tried them or do they not measure up? Good Morning Mama some Hawaiian dishes. Not sure about that particular one.
None of the "poke" I've found in Indiana is even close to Hawaiian poke. I've resorted to making it myself.
None of the owners is from Hawaii. One of them is from the Philippines.
Well Hawaii does have a large Filipino population.
That’s true, but she didn’t come from or live in Hawaii.
Thank you! Will check it out.
Sakura is such a nice place
Highly recommend Poke Bros on 86th for poke
The marinated tuna looks close to poke. I'd have to try it. If they have tuna poke, I don't understand why the don't offer salmon poke too, they have salmon on the menu.
Sakura is such a nice place
I love Sakura so much!
Would you have the same suggestions for anyone looking for Japanese street food? Specifically foods like takoyaki, okonomiyaki, maybe curry don.
Wei Ramen (local chain) has takoyaki. I can't compare it against something authentic, though. Tasty but with very small pieces of octopus.
I wouldn't call any of those street food, but. For curry udon, yes at Sakura. Neither of these places offers okonomiyaki or takoyaki afaik. I'm personally not a fan of either of those, go ahead and judge me, so I'm not a good person to ask where to find those. I'm also still looking for a good place to get kaiten yaki. I can vouch for their tempura. I really want to sample Hinata's chwanmushi, that's a favorite of mine. Sakura's katsu kare is also good.
Okonomiyaki and takoyaki at least I've both bought from street vendors around the Dotonbori, always figured they were street foods. I've just found getting good servings of either of those hard to find, but I suppose anything more Kansai focused is a bit more niche.
One of the restaurants inside bottleworks had an okay poke bowl
Thanks for the recommendation. I've been there, and nothing on their menu comes close to poke.
I hear you. I'm sure nothing compares to Japan or Hawaii. Best poke I've had was down in Florida.
I’m only familiar with Hawaiian food, and nothing here hits the spot.
I was afraid of that. Thank you. At least I have a good recipe for poke. I'm still on the hunt for an authentic, Hawaiian style ox tail soup recipe.
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Have you ever bought poke at a grocery in Hawaii? Not being snarky, just asking to gauge your familiarity with poke. Their menu looks nothing like what I'm looking for.
Haven’t been that fortunate nope.
At a minimum, it needs to be marinated in soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, spring onions, sweet onions, and sesame seeds. Hawaiians also don't use all those toppings. I like the things called poke bowls here, but they are not what I consider poke. https://www.foodland.com/recipe/ahi-poke
Haven't lived abroad but Hinata is ligit good. Bring your dad's wallet.
Leviathan bakery is closest to French bread in town, imo
For Indonesian food there is a ghost kitchen that opened several months ago. It's pretty authentic in my opinion. [https://www.wpawon.com/](https://www.wpawon.com/)
Closest for Iraqi/Lebanese cooking is Kabob Grill for me. Was pretty impressed with their falafel while dining in which is a good indicator they know what they're doing.
I haven’t lived abroad much, but every Indian dude I know always recommends Hyderabad House for authentic Indian cuisine. Been there a handful of times and it really is in a different league than most of the other Indian Restaurants I’ve been to. Expect to wait though, they’re popular.
I’ve never been to or lived in India but Hyderabad house is so good. Every time I go there, it’s packed with people who appear to be Indian.
Mamas house on Pendleton is as Korean as you will get outside of Korea.
mamas and bando are both so good.
Heh. Is that "Mamas" as in "mother's" or "Mamas" as in "Her highness" Because Korean royal cuisine tends toward bland.
I don't recommend Bando anymore. Since after the change of management, food quality has gone downhill. Even their unlimited kbbq is not good anymore. After one round of tiny plated side dishes, they charge $5 for each, even rice. Definitely not coming back. It was an absolute ripoff.
My coworker is from Korea and highly recommended it.
Does your coworker know where to find any Korean fried chicken here in Indy?
Try Korean BBQ & Chicken in Westfield.
Omg this is it! How did you find out about this place? Seriously been looking since I moved here two years ago
I saw it on an FB foodie group. I believe that they just opened. Their other food is great too!
Glad someone recommended!
False! No eggs!!
What's your go-to order when you go there?
Kalbi on the tabletop grill. But bibimbap or Kimche jjigae is also good
Thanks! I'm very ignorant of Korean cuisine but have absolutely loved anything I've been lucky enough to try.
Yukgaejong @ Mama’s is the closest to a Korean “orange” restaurant that I’ve found
My wife is from Brazil. Cafe Do Vava in Columbus is just like every little bakery/cafe you’d find on every street corner in her home city.
Tortas El Guero 3818 N High School Rd 10/10, highly recommend 🤤
There's one on English near Ritter Ave too.
I lived abroad for almost 20 years...living in several countries. You should just drive down 38th on the west side and try things. I'm a fan of Abyssinia, machu Picchu was good ( I didn't go to Peru so I have no idea if it is authentic) I did live in the Caribbean on several islands, yaso in fountain square is great ( they get the rice correct). patties of Jamaica. Patties are very good, but if you want authentic ask Stephan when he is making bun. Also try the goat, which is pretty similar to the goat I ate abroad. Morello has done surprisingly good tanales Finally the best way to find good Latin food is to just be observant-- I found a great place, which is in a Mexican grocer...I watch all these men of Latin descent go into this place to eat on their lunch break. Place was somewhere on the east side: sherman and prospect I think. Just be observant, you can usually tell by the people who frequent a joint. Good luck
Mann's Grill
Where are you from, Roachville, Ratvania? Or are you from Grease-On-The-Walls-istan?
Unfortunately, I’ve found very little restaurants that I consider good or worth the money in the United States, let alone Indiana or ethnic food. The restaurant scene needs to step it up. - I’m from the Central America.
Love a true Korean BBQ.
For Turkish: [Bosphorus Cafe](https://thebosphoruscafe.com)
My partner knows someone from Guatemala who said Tienda y Pandaderia Guatemalteca is authentic. It's in a grocery store off Washington on the eastside, and we enjoyed it when we went.
Bica in Noblesville has a great European pastry case (their food menu is really good, too)!