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Union 50, Indianapolis, IN

Union 50

4.8
4.8
3107 Reviews
$30 and under
American
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Union 50 is an innovative, chef driven restaurant and bar located in the Mass Ave neighborhood in Indianapolis, IN. Our dinner menu features creative dishes that change seasonally. Our full service bar features local libations and handcrafted cocktails. Union 50 also hosts live music, local and touring musicians and bands, multiple times per week.

Our bar is open an additional hour on Fridays and Saturdays.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 24 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (317) 610-0234
  • Website
    http://www.union-50.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Dan Nichols
  • Private party facilities
    Union 50 has both private and semi-private dining options. To learn more, please contact Lindsey at 317-610-0234 or email lstewart@crgdining.com.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator : (317) 610-0234
  • Location
    620 N. East Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Indy
  • Parking details
    Parking options for guests include valet service and street parking.
  • Entertainment
    Union 50 hosts live music up to five nights per week. Visit our website to check out upcoming bands: www.union-50.com
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,107 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Indiana

    American

  • Indianapolis

    American

3,107 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Caroline was an excellent server, Chef Dan amazed as always! Will be back!

    Union 50Responded 2 days ago

    We're so thrilled our team was able to to provide you with an amazing experience! We hope to get to have Chef Dan wow you again soon.

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  2. LouieM

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service and food were great. Definitely going back there again!

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  3. LisaV

    Indiana

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I recently took my fiancé to Union 50 for his birthday. We had a fantastic night. I highly recommend starting in the bar and having one of their wonderful cocktails. Jay took excellent care of us. For dinner, we had the lamb shank and the swordfish. Both were absolutely exquisite. Red wine and chocolate terrine for dessert!!

    Union 50Responded 4 days ago

    Lisa thank you so much for allowing us to be a part of your celebration! You were an absolute joy to have dine in and we can't wait to see you on your next visit.

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  4. HonestEating

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and healthy! Definitely will return.

    Union 50Responded 4 days ago

    We're thrilled you enjoyed our menu options, we can't wait for your return!

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  5. JamesT

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was amazing and the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable.

    Union 50Responded 4 days ago

    James, we're so happy our staff was able to provide an amazing experience for you. We intend to keep up that 5 star rating on every visit!

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  6. Priscilla

    Indiana

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Union 50 is particularly perfect for us, the grandparents, and the grandchildren. They can get Breakfast for Dinner and we can get a wonderful meal. Everything was great.

    Union 50Responded 4 days ago

    Priscilla, we're thrilled you and the whole family enjoyed dining in with us! We try to make sure we have something for everyone and we're happy to have hit the mark!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Fries were bland.. pork chop was chewy and not very flavorful...sides were good...

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  8. TiannaD

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to Union 50 to celebrate a birthday - the food, cocktails, service and vibe were outstanding. Highly recommend!

    Union 50Responded 4 days ago

    Tianna, we loving hearing that we could make a celebration stand out! Our goal is to make an impression and we're glad you got to enjoy not only food and cocktails but the service and vibe too!

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  9. WandaC

    New Orleans

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were visiting from Out of town and were referred by several people to try this restaurant. The place was well decorated, had both inside and outside seating available. Our waiter was amazing and very knowledgeable. The food was so so amazing!! Would most definitely recommend!

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  10. ZBuc

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love union 50 great cocktails, and food! The staff is always great as well!

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and drinks- love the duck fat and rosemary fries and charcuterie!

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  12. nurturequest

    Indiana

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious. We were well attended to. Great Sunday night spot. Not too busy but we’ll staffed.

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  13. GhostofSushi

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    The atmosphere was great, the service was great, and we enjoyed our evening. However, the pork chop was dry, tough, and flavorless. Everything else plated seemed to be random--while good in taste, there was too much going on and the flavors didn't seem to compliment each other. The fries were DELICIOUS, but only the top layer of the cup had seasoning. Dessert was phenomenal, as always (our reason for going). Overall, the meal wasn't worth the high price, and the ambience (while great) couldn't make up for the food.

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  14. SteveyLevy

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere. Massive bar. Food is very good and unique.

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  15. GrantV

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve been to Union 50 many many times and have never had a bad experience. They take care of you for special occasions and the food is always excellent.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful. The service was great. The only complaint that I have is we ordered the sticky meatballs and they were kind of cold. Other than that everything was awesome

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  17. RobertG

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Easy to make reservations. Great service and food. Bar is very good. Noisy.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a good time and good food! My guest had a great first experience.

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  19. Rick

    Indiana

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Our waiter was excellent. He led us through the menu and made suggestions that we liked. the food was very good don't get me wrong but it was his service that made it special

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  20. DianeM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Union 50 and try to eat there at least once when we’re in town. The food is superb!!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve been to Union 50 several times and always have a delicious meal and excellent service. The charcuterie boards with the many accompaniments are next level, and the duck fat rosemary fries might just be my favorite fries in the city!

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  22. Platinumjstrain

    Indiana

    50 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    As a group, we came after one of the Fringe shows and were just looking for light fare. Two of us split an East Street Salad. It was delicious and the kitchen had split it for us. Keeps the fights down and its a great idea. Two of our group ordered the octopus and it was tough. Each of us has had it in the past and it has not been tough. This was our biggest disappointment. The last person had the mussels and they were good. We ordered a bottle of wine, a Rosé from Provénce and it was so good that we wanted another. Sadly, there were no more bottles left. Instead we were served a Côtes du Rhône. It was not as good, a little sweeter than the Provincial, but it was good enough. Our server was Sam (short for Samantha) and she was outstanding.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Cancun

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Multiple entrees offered on devour menu and reasonably priced. Salad, short ribs, and apple cake was all delicious. Waitress was flat, not friendly, or engaging at all. Ambiance was pleasant overall, music was a little loud.

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  24. Cwil6

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Our server was attentive and informative. The only reason I didn’t give a 5 for quality is because I have had more tender short ribs with less fat. And this was my least favorite seating - right next to the door with my back to the dining room - of all my visits. However, I remain a Union 50 fan!

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  25. Andy

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Great food as always and quick and attentive service. Took a friend who had not been before and we both loved our food. It's really great as a special occasion restaurant.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Anniversary dinner early evening. Day outside. Great fries and fun tasty drinks. Great service. Food way electric and tasty. Great flavor. Area was quaint and quiet but near everything Mass Ave has to offer.. noticed many tables and boots for bigger parties

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  27. KCVines

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Union50 never fails! Great food, great ambiance, great service. The mushrooms were amazing and are a must try (even coming from me, a staunch anti-fungus-er). The fries disappeared before I ever even had a taste of our second sauce and our meals were close to perfection. We appreciated our server's (Josh) review of items on the menu and have to say, he was spot on. The salmon, lamb and meatloaf left nothing to be desired. Great experience overall!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Great atmosphere! First time there, will be going again! The bone marrow appetizer was delicious!

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  29. MikeA12

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was delicious. The service could have been better, it took a while for the check and boxes, and the initial drink order.

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  30. DavidM

    Austin

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Wonderful dinner with friends. We shared drinks and four small plates. Three out of four were stellar. The fourth was still pretty good. Our waiter, Mike, was an absolute ace. His service was what elevated the whole night.

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  31. NickP

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. My wife got the pork chop and I got the kimchi meatloaf. Both were great! Will be back!

    Union 50Responded on August 5, 2023

    Nick, we are thrilled you and your wife enjoyed your meals with us! Please come and dine in with us again soon, we love having such enthusiastic patrons!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went there for my 50th birthday (yikes!!). The service was terrific, drinks were great and the food was outstanding. Can’t wait for my next visit there.

    Union 50Responded on July 31, 2023

    Happy Belated birthday! We're thrilled you chose to celebrated with our team and we were able to provide you a memorable experience. Thank you for your kind words and we hope to see you soon!

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  33. EmilyH

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food as always, Union 50 is one of my favorite restaurants in Indy.

    Union 50Responded on July 31, 2023

    Emily thank you so much for your review! We're overjoyed to hear we are one of your favorites, we hope to keep you coming back for more!

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The service was great! We had great staff that were good. The portions of the kids meals is confusing. The chicken tenders and fries could feed a grown man but the meatloaf and potato a lot to be desired. We had to order a second meal for our 11 year old. We like Union 50, this could have been done better.

    Union 50Responded on July 31, 2023

    Thank you so much for your review! We brought your concerns to our chef and we are looking at it for our next menu change! We appreciate the feedback and hope to wow you on your next visit.

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  35. TerryM

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’m not objective, it’s my favorite restaurant and it was perfect for my birthday dinner. They always do it right

    Union 50Responded on July 31, 2023

    Terry thank you so much for this lovely review! We're always thrilled to hear we are someone's favorite spot and that we could provide you with a great birthday dinner! We can't wait for your next visit.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and amazing food! Great place to eat!

    Union 50Responded on July 31, 2023

    Thank you so much for your review! We hope to keep that 5 star rating on every visit with our Union 50 team and we're so happy to hear you enjoyed the food and service!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant. Cool vibe. Great service. Ba on wrapped scallop special was amazing. Should put it on the daily menu. Fantastic

    Union 50Responded on July 31, 2023

    We're ecstatic that Rachel was able to give you fantastic service and you got to enjoy our scallop special! We love hearing that our staff is making each visit one to remember, we can't wait for your next visit.

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  38. SaraL

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a lovely place to dine, everyone was kind and helpful! We sat near the kitchen which has an open window and it was so interesting to see everything happening first hand. Will definitely be back. Huge thanks to Lindsey our server she was great!

    Union 50Responded on July 31, 2023

    Sara, thank you so much for this lovely review! We love Lindsey and we're glad she got to show you the best we have to offer! We look forward to your next visit.

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  39. AmyJ

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great atmosphere. Great service. We always enjoy our dinners here. Get the truffle fries with the BBQ sauce and Siracha Aioli- *chefs kiss*.

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  40. Elizabeth

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    The food was a disappointment. There was zero flavor. My friend was there the same week a few days prior and she ordered the same meal and it wasn’t prepared the same way, nor did it taste the same way. The soda was flat and I had to ask for salt for my vegetables. The risotto was lovely and the salmon was prepared perfectly. There was zero flavor. Would love to have experienced the same quality of food that my friend did earlier that same week. The service was superb and excellent. The server was amazing and kind and accommodating and answered all of our questions. She was super lovely. The food was maybe average.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Union 50 is rated 4.8 stars by 3107 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 24 times today
Google Map for Union 50

620 N. East Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Indy
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking options for guests include valet service and street parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Dan Nichols
  • Entertainment
    Union 50 hosts live music up to five nights per week. Visit our website to check out upcoming bands: www.union-50.com
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.union-50.com/
  • Phone number
    (317) 610-0234
  • Private party facilities
    Union 50 has both private and semi-private dining options. To learn more, please contact Lindsey at 317-610-0234 or email lstewart@crgdining.com.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator : (317) 610-0234

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