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   diningindy

   Indiana

   6 reviews

   4.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on January 11, 2023

   overall4food5service4ambience5

   I was a frequent visitor at Spoke and Steele pre-pandemic. This was my first visit back - things have changed a bit, but still a great experience!

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   KimberlyP

   Indiana

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 1, 2023

   overall1food1service1ambience1

   Service and food were not good. Plenty of staff out front but they were all complaining to one another and not helping each other out. Food took forever and wasn’t very good. Will not return

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   DinuK

   San Francisco

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 31, 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience5

   Great food, Great service, and wonderful ambience! Will definitely come back!

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   OpenTable Diner

   Indiana

   4 reviews

   3.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on December 27, 2022

   overall3food3service4ambience5

   I was disappointed in the scant menu. A few menu items were not available due to supply issues, but maybe a few other offerings could be available in these cases. My previous experiences were much better. Not sure I will revisit.

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   RobinR

   Indiana

   2 reviews

   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 26, 2022

   overall1food3service2ambience2

   Visited Spoke and Steele before a Colts Monday Night Football game for the first time. Restaurant was clearly short staffed and struggling to keep up with a 1/2 - 3/4 full dining area. Staff was friendly but unable to provide attentive service. Food was of average quality but not in line with the price point even considering the premium location of the restaurant. Disappointed that Le Méridien is not able to operate a higher quality restaurant in downtown Indianapolis.

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   JohnB

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 12, 2022

   overall4food4service3ambience4

   Pretty decent spot. Service was kind of slow given it was a Monday night and only an few other tables in the restaurant. But the waiter was very friendly and accommodating food was tasty as well prepared.

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   Pamela

   Indiana

   8 reviews

   2.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on November 26, 2022

   overall2food1service5ambience5

   The atmosphere is nice but the food was average. We left hungry.

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   KeithV

   Indiana

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 20, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Ate breakfast here before a Colts game. Very nice place. Was seated quickly and the server greeted us quickly once sat down. Food was really good. Would definitely eat here again.

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Cincinnati

   2 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on November 19, 2022

   overall1food1service1ambience2

   Terrible service, cold food and rude hostess. Do not recommend.

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    Redwood

    Oklahoma City

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It’s a nice place! Good food and wonderfully attentive and competent waitstaff.

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    Lynn

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very convenient location. Service was prompt and professional. Food was very tasty.

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    MichaelP

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2022

    overall2food1service3ambience2

    Food was bland. The worst shrimp and grits we ever had. No one asked us how the food was so I’m assuming they know it’s bad.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    We were the first table of the day and our server was extremely attentive and kind. The food was fabulous.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I took my groomsmen here for brunch before my wedding, and we all really enjoyed our experience. The staff was incredibly friendly, helpful, and personable. Most people ordered the biscuits and gravy; I had the ribeye hash. Everyone loved their food. Our only (and very minor) issue was the size and quality of the brunch cocktails. Both the bloody marry and mimosas were smaller than I would have expected at a similar restaurant, and the bloody marry in particular was very sweet and lacked flavor. I would definitely go back, and maybe just pass on the brunch drinks.

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    Disappointed

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience4

    The restaurant itself has a great vibe and feel. I ordered a martini and set out to peruse the menu which certainly had piqued my interest. The martini was fantastic but little did I know that was going to be the highlight of my evening. After delivering my cocktail, the server didn't return and no one checked in to see if I needed anything or would have liked to order an appetizer. After 30-40 minutes, I flagged down a server from another section and figured at this rate, I better order my entree/side. She graciously took my order and the food did arrive in a timely manner. The lamb chops were not overcooked, thankfully, but were overwhelmed by a profligate amount of pesto. Not to be outdone, the mushroom scampi was bereft of garlic and only tasted of salt. Now, I do like salt but I could barely get these down. So in sum, great ambiance, interesting menu - poor execution both in the food preparation and in service. This restaurant is in a great location and on Pacer nights has access to approximately 14,000 attendees. And as it was on this Friday night, very few were in the restaurant whether ticketholders or not. Most pedestrians just walked by. Maybe they know. #TryHarder

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16. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Great cocktails, food is healthy and easy to find things for allergies and gluten intolerance.

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    AC2019

    Indiana

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience4

    It wasn’t a busy evening but despite this the service was good but quite slow. The food was really delicious. The portions were on the smaller side. The drinks were pretty good except the French martini.

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    ScottS

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Spoke & Steele was a great place for a dinner to welcome friends to Indianapolis after they just moved here. The vibe was chill but profesh, the service was great, and the food was amazing. I'd definitely recommend Spoke & Steele to anyone who's interested in a higher-end (but not crazy expensive) dinner place. (I've been there for brunch, too, and that's also a win.)

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    Sparks

    Western NC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This should be on James beard nomination committee. Chef excellent. We were going to return again the very next night but it was closed. We’re from out of town and had just been to several award winning restaurants back east and S&S ranked near the top. Wonderful✔️

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    JeffK

    Nashville

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The place is a hidden gem in the city. Thoroughly enjoyed the food and the service.

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    Foodie

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 11, 2022

    overall2food3service1ambience3

    The restaurant is nice and clean and the food did taste good. The service was less than what was expected. We had a reservation and stood in the waiting area for over 20 minutes, until we spoke to someone to say “will we ever get seated?” For the Lady to say oh I’m sorry I thought you was waiting on somebody. Never once asked if we had a reservation. The service was slow and we never even got one refill. When it was time to pay the server took off with our money was gone for 10 minutes to come back start clearing off our table and said I’ll be back with your check. He forgot we already paid. Foods is good but service is bad.

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    Gabriellas

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Spoke and Steel is beyond delicious and a spot that has fabulous cocktails alongside healthy artisan options. I was extremely impressed with the food and our waitress, Heather, was so great at recommending various food/cocktail options. The staff was so sweet to provide us with a delicious dessert for our anniversary which was very special for us.

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23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great spot for drinks and dinner prior to theater. Friendly attentive service. Salmon entree was excellent!

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    Cyndi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was perfect. Celebrated my dads and my birthday. Great service very nice place. And the food was delicious! Will be back soon! Hope to stay in the hotel sometime.

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    Lindae

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Took 8 people here to celebrate our daughter’s engagement. Great cocktails. Various members of our party had the lamb chops, steak and salmon. All were good, with the lamb chop being the best! We ordered one of each dessert for the table to share. All were delicious—the pistachio gelato and the key lime cakelet were the favorites. Our server was attentive and pleasant.

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26. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    I arrived about 15 minutes late due to an event traffic and they were still able to accommodate my reservations. I did leave a note letting the staff know this was for an anniversary. There was no recognition of that. We had a good server who was attentive as possible. We got our food about an hour after we put it. I had to ask a server to check on our food after two tables with at least 3 people got their food who got there 15 minutes after us. The server gave us a shot for our wait. My guest got blueberry pancakes and I got the shrimp and grits. The blueberry pancakes were really good. The shrimp and grits were very bland. It was spicy which I like but there was no flavor. I ended up switching my food out for the S&S which was eggs, bacon, and potatoes. I think it was decent and I was content with it. The manager came in to the restaurant and asked the server how we were doing. The server said she gave us free shots and we were good. I would have been more comfortable with the situation if the manager asked us directly how we were doing. Overall I would go back for drinks but not for food.

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    HaileyS

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Very quiet and clean. Refreshing after a long work day. Staff were all very polite. The signature cocktails were lovely and unique

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    MarkG

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was superb, food, service, atmosphere and more. Julia was a terrific host from start to finish!

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    TeriF

    Detroit

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience5

    Service good. Food ok but company was exceptional so food wasn’t the focal point.

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    ImMrAwesome

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience4

    The ambiance is nice, but the food was overcooked, some was under-seasoned and some was over-seasoned. I expected better for the price. The charcuterie board appetizer was the highlight of the night, though I'm pretty sure it was missing some items from the menu (no mustard, substituted with a pile of olives.) Drinks were decent, but they didn't meet the quality for the price. Overall nice place, but it was loud, initial service (seating) was very poor even though they had one table. Food was subpar and overpriced. Portions were good, you won't be hungry if you get through the bizarre seasoning choices. Would not recommend with the current menu.

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    JimG

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 14, 2022

    overall2food2service2ambience2

    Service was so slow and disconnected that we left after our appetizer. Drinks and apps were good.

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    KCB1

    Detroit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing experience. My kids are still talking about the pancakes. I will definitely return.

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great service and the food was wonderful! Got the lamb chops and mushrooms! Very tasty. Will return for sure

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    NatalieA

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 31, 2022

    overall4food3service3ambience5

    We wish the grits were warmer, temperature wise.

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    amys

    Cincinnati

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience4

    Great charcuterie board. I got squash noodles dish. Good taste but noodles were mush.

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36. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We visited from Chicago for the weekend and Eric’s recommendation and personable service made for an excellent breakfast before heading back home. Thank you!

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    Kage

    Columbus

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Decent spot, the salmon entree was great.

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    DanielleD

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a great brunch. Food was delicious and great service.

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2022

    overall2food3service2ambience3

    Experience was frustrating! They were out of the roasted vegetables that typically came with the salmon. The waitress did not tell me this until after I had ordered. The chef offered me cooked spinach as an alternative. I asked if I could have side salad instead because I do not like spinach. The waitress came back and said the chef would give me roasted squash and peppers but if I wanted a salad it would be an extra $10. It was ridiculous that the chef wanted to charge me $10 for an alternative. After multiple back and forth the chef finally agreed to give me a side salad at no charge. I finally had to tell the waitress that if I was going to be charged extra for a side salad I would just eat somewhere else.

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 13, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    It’s a nice place but services staff I think was new as drinks needed refilled and it had to be up to the manager to come check on us to make sure we were taken care of Food was good but service has room for improvement.

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