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Café 251

Restaurant Cafe Meal takeaway Lunch restaurant

👍👍 Amazing sandwiches and great service! The girl with the curly hair and silver sequined mask is the kindest human, thank you for making my day :) People often mention lunch, work, amazing,


Address

251 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Website

www.cafe251.com

Contact

(317) 237-2690

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (104 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 7 AM to 2 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 7 AM to 2 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: (Easter), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 7 AM to 2 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 2 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 2 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: lunch (10) work (8) amazing (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Rebecca S. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing sandwiches and great service! The girl with the curly hair and silver sequined mask is the kindest human, thank you for making my day :)
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Drew “The Legend” D. 1 year ago on Google
    First time here. I came for lunch. Had the Taco Salad. For being small order dish, you sure get a lot of food. The dish tasted amazing. The menu consists of most hot/cold sandwiches, salads, and soups. I would
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 richard m. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is a regular for me for lunch. The staff there is amazing and makes you really feel at home. They're very personable and remember your face and your orders. Lots of options for food. The buffalo chicken quesadilla is my favorite, and their chicken velvet soup is awesome.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erika P. 1 year ago on Google
    I came across Cafe 251 through google maps, just browsing for lunch. The location isn't quite as convenient as I hoped, but it's perfect for those who work in the same building. The soups are amazing! This week I tried the Chicken Velvet and Chicken con Queso, both amazing. 10/10 for the Chicken Salad Sandwich and Broccoli Salad. Delicious. The staff was incredibly friendly, as well as helpful! It was an overall welcoming vibe and I look forward to having lunch here more often. oh, P.S. - they have the good ice!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Taylor H. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food and very large portions. I was a bit disappointed that it's a Cunningham restaurant but they don't accept the rewards system since it's co-owned. The place was clean and inviting, but instructions on how to order would have been helpful as a first timer.

  • 5/5 Kyle K. 1 year ago on Google
    Had the Applewood salad and 1/2 roast beef sandwich. Both were an excellent start to the day!

  • 1/5 Natasha A. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to work if you like to deal with racism and favoritism! I wouldn't support them or work for that company again if my life depended on it.

  • 4/5 Michael H. 7 years ago on Google
    Very friendly staff. Nice, low-key place for suits in the downtown area. Prices were not outrageous for what you get. Food is like higher quality cafeteria food. The eating area here is probably the best part. Floor to ceiling windows give you a great view of New York street as people are running around on lunch break.

  • 5/5 Nora S. 4 years ago on Google
    My husband had an appointment at the University Hospital. Indianapolis is approximately 2 1/2 hours from home and we did not want to be a minute late. Therefore we were over an hour early. We asked a man doing electrical work around the corner from you where we might get a cup of coffee. When we entered your cafe, employees were setting up for breakfast. We said we were willing to wait until they were finished getting set up. One of the men stopped setting up, took our order, made a very tasty breakfast sandwich and coffee. He was accommodating, cheerful and we didn't feel like we were a burden. It was like he was expecting us! Hahahahaha! What a great experience. You all were amazing! And you were right! The brownie I bought for later was amazing too! In a rush-rush world it is refreshing to find such courteous people in the middle of the city. THANK YOU!

  • 5/5 Julia M. 1 year ago on Google
    This is my go-to for a quick and satisfying work lunch downtown. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and the food is fresh with generous servings.

  • 5/5 Heather D. 6 years ago on Google
    Absolutely wonderful!!! The food is always fresh and delicious...but what makes the place really special are the people that work there!! They are the best!! So sweet and excellent customer service. Love this place! Go there it will not disappoint.

  • 5/5 CJ R. 10 months ago on Google
    Quick lunch place to get yummy food. Today I had the chili and broccoli salad.

  • 5/5 JP F. 8 months ago on Google
    They have really fresh salads and produce. I enjoy the taco and cobb salads. The sandwiches are also of quality. The place can be busy, but the line moves fast, so dont let a line out the door scare you. This place has become a regular lunch spot for many downtown workers looking for a good/healthy lunch.

  • 5/5 Valerie V. 5 months ago on Google
    Loved this place! The food is delicious and affordable, the service is friendly and helpful, and the environment is clean and welcoming. I would go again.

  • 3/5 Daysha B. 9 months ago on Google
    the brunette chick working here is rude as hell. i ask for a breakfast sandwich and she is immediately short with me and rushing me, saying that it’s too much work during the lunch rush. the older ladies that work here have never had an issue.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Prepared foods
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
    • ✓️ Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout

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