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Binkley's KItchen and Bar

Restaurant Bar Family restaurant American restaurant Cocktail bar

Bustling neighborhood eatery & bar with eclectic burgers, pastas & steaks plus outdoor seating. People often mention good, great, server, nice, service, staff, amazing, drinks, waitress, asked,


Address

5902 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Website

www.binkleyskitchenandbar.com

Contact

(317) 722-8888

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11 AM to 10 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 11 AM to 11 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 11 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 11 AM to 10 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 11 AM to 10 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 10 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 10 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: good (16) great (15) server (12) nice (10) service (9) staff (8) amazing (6) drinks (6) waitress (6) asked (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Linda H. 9 months ago on Google
    Really great shrimp ravioli. I substituted the pesto sauce for alfredo and it tasted splendid. The garlic aoli sauce is perfect for dipping fries in. Such friendly staff from being seated to be served on. Definitely will be back.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ally B. 2 years ago on Google
    We got great service from David and enjoyed our time at Binkley’s! The truffle fries are amazing! I loved their Turkey panini sandwich. Everyone else also really enjoyed their food. David was a fast, efficient, and kind server. The mashed potatoes were a bit oily for me but super flavorful!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Benjamin S. 6 months ago on Google
    EXCELLENT FOOD! the herb stuffed chicken, fish sandwich was huge, lobster pasta dish, strawberry salad.... All of it is amazing!!! Without a doubt make this place a part of your Broadripple restaurant staples!!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 kaleigh m. 1 year ago on Google
    10/10 will be back again. This was our first time being here and the service was amazing and the food was also amazing. The bartender made the best lemon drops in town as well. Definitely try the carrot cake too if you leave room for desert. Not overly busy for a Saturday night either. Definitely recommend Hannah as your server😊 whatever she makes is not enough for the excellent service she provides especially nowadays.

  • 5/5 Mark T. 5 months ago on Google
    Had not been to Binkley's in several years. The food and drinks were great , the service was prompt and efficient. The atmosphere was pleasant. What more could you ask for? We will visit more often.

  • 5/5 Dan W. 4 months ago on Google
    Fantastic neighborhood place. The waitress knew her stuff. She was friendly and made great recommendations. Ate in the bar.

  • 3/5 Patti B. 4 months ago on Google
    Binkley's is a nice neighborhood bar and grill that we haven't been to in a while. My husband and I ordered the Turkey Manhatten dinner off the fall menu and was really looking forward to it. As soon as the waitress put our plates in front of us I was disappointed. Instead of being sliced turkey breast, it was basically sliced processed turkey lunch meat. Nothing was really hot, it was warm and the lunch meat wasn't even warm. The green beans had way too much garlic on them. So our meal went from something I was really looking forward to - to a big disappointment. I had ordered ice tea and our waitress never once asked if we would like a refill. Husband ordered a beer and again no follow up. The restaurant was not what I would call full or busy and there appeared to be plenty of wait-staff. Not sure that we will give them another chance anytime soon.

  • 5/5 Don M. 5 months ago on Google
    Great food, good portions. Our waitress was very good. The only thing I wasn't happy about is that my total changed when I used a charge card, by 3.5%. Prices are sure higher and more places are giving tip options starting at 20%. Kinda like buying a plane ticket!

  • 1/5 Jenny T. 10 months ago on Google
    My boyfriend and I brought his mom here for Mother’s Day. I made a reservation for us the day prior. When we got there we waited awhile to be acknowledged. No problem though. Once we were ready to be sat the host tried to sit us at a high top table. My boyfriend’s mom had brain surgery a few weeks ago so she’s been wobbly. We asked if we could have a lower table and he was so rude about it. Not okay. It wasn’t that busy and there were plenty of tables and serve staff. The only thing available to purchase was a Buffett. Okay, no worries. The price was not posted anywhere but it consisted of brunch foods. We later learned from overhearing someone else that there was prime rib. When we asked about it, the server said “it’s limited.” Okay to who? Is it part of the Buffett? Yes. Okay then can we get some? They were out. The server also didn’t tell us about the omelet bar that was hidden in another room. We had to ask for refills on drinks as well. The real issue here is the check. WE PAID $133 FOR 3 PEOPLE FOR BREAKFAST FOOD. I couldn’t believe the price they charged for this, especially because it wasn’t posted anywhere. We will not be going back.

  • 4/5 Karen A. 9 months ago on Google
    Friendly servers with a smile. Delicious food and good prices. I was not expecting the extra charges though. That will determine how much I spend!

  • 2/5 Cynthia E. 10 months ago on Google
    We made an early reservation via Open Table for 4 people. arrived on time. It took awhile for someone to be seated. Employees were standing around like deer in headlights. The hostess was very nice. Food was so-so. The waitress took our orders and we never saw her again until she came with the bill. Would have been nice to get drink refills, etc.

  • 4/5 Gilbert D. 9 months ago on Google
    Food is usually pretty good. Served quickly, good temperature, good taste. Service can suffer depending on how busy they are or if short-handed, even if it doesn't appear to be many patrons in the restaurant. I guess this can be said of most restaurants. Overall, I generally like the place, just would like to see better service and attention to detail. Last visit, it took over 15 mins to cashout.....😑

  • 5/5 Gigi D. 1 year ago on Google
    It was the night of the big game so the place was not busy. Our party was satisfied with their food. Our server was very nice and super attentive. I ordered the Shrimp dinner, grilled. Food was hot when it came out. Seasoned just right too.

  • 4/5 Amber B. 1 year ago on Google
    This was my first time here. Met family members doe drinks. We chose to sit at the bar. The place is lively, and many tv's to watch sports. I didn't care for the turkey panini, but I think it was more about my personal choice and it was a little bland. The drinks and drink options were great. The bar staff must've had a bad day. They were downright angry about their job. Not friendly, but more so very unattractive and took a lot to get their attention and I wasn't going to yell. Saying that, I definitely will go back and recommend it to others.

  • 4/5 Aaron R. 1 year ago on Google
    Binkley's is a Broadripple/Meridian-Kessler neighborhood staple. It's a destination for the locals that live nearby, not the kids who frequent the strip. The food is consistently good and their prices are fair (I feel like everything at a restaurant nowadays costs about $2 more than it should). Weekly specials are great (½ price wine on Tuesdays) Between the heated patio, large dining room and separate bar room, there's rarely a long wait even at high volume. Although I mostly eat and drink at the bar, I've never noticed it being too crowded for comfort. Would definitely recommend to visitors looking for a new familiar place for dinner and drinks

  • 4/5 Donna P. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was tasty, my companion had the grilled fish tacos which she loved and I had a really nice Thai salad, and swithching out shrimp for chicken was no problem. Our server was wonderful (hence the 5 stars) but it took a while to get seated and for someone to come over to the table (there seemed to be ample staff working). All in all a nice weekend lunch in a very pleasant atmosphere

  • 5/5 A C. 1 year ago on Google
    The tenderloin was as big and beautiful and tasty as it looks. Service was great.

  • 5/5 Ken D. 1 year ago on Google
    I had blackened fish tacos and onion rings. Both were great tasting and served hot. Good food & great wait staff. Will here here again!

  • 1/5 Mrs. Todd J. 1 year ago on Google
    I question if African Americans are welcomed here. We were treated so badly and when we got up to walk out the manager "ACTED" surprised. We gave our drink orders but never received them, then when we asked the waitress about them she claimed that she didn't hear us!! WHAT? Don't deserve 1 star from me, can't tell you what anything taste like because we were never served.

  • 5/5 Donnie R. 1 year ago on Google
    We were in Indianapolis for my wife's birthday. Wow! Arrived around 4:30 and were quickly seated. Atmosphere was very cool. Wait staff was prompt, polite and very professional. Food was amazing!

  • 5/5 Rebecca B. 1 year ago on Google
    Food and service was great! If you aren't sure where you want to go, this place is a good happy medium for most people because the food is really good, service is fast, and the environment is chill. I feel like I could take my picky mom here and she wouldn't have anything to complain about lol

  • 5/5 mary p. 1 year ago on Google
    Tons of options for all to enjoy. The staff is always welcoming, caring and friendly. Service is pretty fast. Atmosphere is inviting. When we don't know what to cook or find we aren't in the mood for cooking, it's our go to restaurants.

  • 4/5 SHANNON S. 1 year ago on Google
    Came here after my nephew's graduation. Family of 15 people. They only had one server help us. We asked for a Manger several times to see if we could get our server some help, but no one seemed to know who manager was. One guy we asked if he could check on our drink order at the bar, he told us no because he wasn't going to get paid to do so! He said the server wouldn't be sharing her tips from our party, so just let her earn her tips. This was shocking to hear. I thought servers help each other in need. Plus for him to admit that to a customer is preposterous. Our server appeared to be a special needs person, which definitely wasn't an issue. But it was like the other servers and management wanted to allow her to do her job without help, but at who's cost? She really needed help for the amount of people we had. ANY server would of. Our server was nice and hard working. I just hated that we had to wait so long for drinks to come out and food. Eventually they started helping her bring plates out as the kitchen was closing. But half our party was done eating already and some of our food came out cold. Food did taste good though.

  • 4/5 Jesse C. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place. Food was solid u get the 4 outta 5 for still charging a credit card use fee... and 3.5% at that. Successful enough of a bar for that to be waved. Pretty picky I know but who likes reading you can save money if you brought cash after the fact?

  • 3/5 Rachel B. 2 years ago on Google
    Patio seating is nice. Service was good. Food was just ok, for the price and the ambiance you really expect more.

  • 5/5 Sarah Weir P. 2 years ago on Google
    SO great! We had a great experience here yesterday. The service was wonderful and our food was amazing! (Best fish and chips I’ve had in a while!) Everyone was super accommodating with our kids and larger group, very family friendly in the dining room side. And again- the food was fantastic! We will be back!

  • 5/5 bryanbennett d. 1 year ago on Google
    Dinner at Binkley's Kitchen on Monday night. I had the chicken wings and a side salad. The wings were very good. The side salad was very generous, and was also very good. My wife had the pasta, and she said it was very good. Fun pub like place to eat. I would say you will not be disappointed. Service was very good! Give them a try!

  • 5/5 OKC H. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice feel, great staff, excellent food and service. Stayed for over 3 hours and never felt rushed. Food was seriously outstanding! Prices weren't bad either! Overall great place to eat. Could use better parking availability. Neighboring streets aren't terrible though. I was able to park a street over a comfortably walk

  • 4/5 D.W. E. 1 year ago on Google
    A very nice venue and great food. Our waiter Karson was attentive and helpful. Over all a nice dining experience with good atmosphere and lots of big screen tvs.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned
    • ✓️ Identifies as Latino-owned

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