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Recess

4.6 (279)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
4907 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Recess is the ultimate culinary playground. Every day chef Greg Hardesty and his culinary team create a four-course pre-fixe dinner from scratch, using for inspiration the season’s freshest local and regional ingredients. Please check our website each day for the menu.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Tuesday - Saturday: 5:30pm - 10:30pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Greg Hardesty
  • Private party facilities
    Recess is proud to offer 2 semi-private dining spaces accommodating groups of 14 up to 75 guests. With our diverse four-course menu, featuring the freshest in season local ingredients, and wine pairings, Recess can accommodate a variety of special events.
  • Neighborhood
    Washington Township
  • Cross street
    Between E. 49th St & E. 50th St.
  • Parking details
    We have limited parking in front of the building but there is ample street parking as well as an empty lot directly across the street from us that is open to public parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 279 people are saying

Recess reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.6
4.6 based on all time ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 1.9Value

NoiseModerate

279 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 19, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was it. The last night. It was an honor to eat there one last time, and we even got to hear a few words from the Chef as he fought back tears. Such a lovely evening. Recess will be missed.

    1 person found this helpful

  2. RobertW

    Indiana10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fond farewell to Greg and the Recess crew. You have enhanced our lives. Thanks & cheers.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    it was as wonderful as it always is. Terribly sad it is closing. I hope Greg will find other ways to share his amazing talent.

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  4. DBA1

    Indiana24 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 16, 2017

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Recess is closing. Expected a little bit better but owner appears to be going through the motions. I suspect he is embarrassed and disappointed he could not keep this fine dining establishment open.

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  5. GDub

    Indiana9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Arguably the best restaurant in Indy. Greg Hardesty is the most innovative, yet consistently on the mark chefs around. So unfortunate for us that he has decided to move on. But good for him and his family.

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  6. Petdoctormom

    Indiana15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food as always. Our waiter was outstanding. We will miss this place. Thank you, Chef Greg Hardesty, and good luck moving forward.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Central Kentucky1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2017

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good, ingredients very adventurous. I don't think I would pay that price tag again but I'm really glad we got the chance before they close.

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  8. RhondaG

    Indiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful Valentine's Day! Sad they are closing! Our server was great also!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 12, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent, per usual. Sad to see it go... Looking forward to Chef Hardesty popping up randomly around town in his retirement.

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  10. Sweets

    Indiana47 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 10, 2017

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Sorry to see it close!

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Recess is rated 4.6 stars by 279 OpenTable diners.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Indiana
  4. Indianapolis
  5. Washington Township

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Google Map for Recess

4907 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between E. 49th St & E. 50th St.
  • Neighborhood
    Washington Township
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Tuesday - Saturday: 5:30pm - 10:30pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We have limited parking in front of the building but there is ample street parking as well as an empty lot directly across the street from us that is open to public parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Greg Hardesty
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Recess is proud to offer 2 semi-private dining spaces accommodating groups of 14 up to 75 guests. With our diverse four-course menu, featuring the freshest in season local ingredients, and wine pairings, Recess can accommodate a variety of special events.
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