Sysco expands into high-margin restaurant segment with $29B deal
The acquisition comes in a fast-growing and high-margin segment that will likely mean thousands of restaurants will rely increasingly on Sysco for day-to-day needs.
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New building proposed in Meridian-Kessler by owners of neighboring Twenty Tap
The project would bring an entirely new structure to the roughly quarter-acre site, most recently home to Airmaster Heating and Cooling.
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Indoor golf venue planned at 46th Street and Monon Trail
The 3,800-square-foot facility is expected to open in late May on the first floor of the Monon 46 residential apartment community.
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The Sports Bra selects downtown site for its bar devoted to women’s sports
The future home of the Sports Bra previously was occupied by Lorenzo’s Ristorante, Mo’s A Place for Steaks, Nook and Pomodoro.
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IBJ names Craig Huse its Mickey Maurer Entrepreneur of the Year
Huse will be recognized later this spring at IBJ’s Fast 25 event, which recognizes private companies in Indiana with the biggest two-year revenue increases.
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Upland Brewing to close taproom near Castleton
Bloomington-based Upland Brewing Co. continues to operate two locations in Indianapolis and two in Carmel.
The Besties’ Table breakfast and brunch restaurant to open near UIndy
Chef Tyler Williams will open the Besties’ Table Saturday in a building previously occupied by restaurants Jailbird and Open Kitchen.
Five MCL restaurants closing, but Indianapolis-based chain says other sites are strong
Indianapolis-based MCL Restaurant & Bakery, which celebrates its 76th anniversary this month, said it planned to focus on its remaining seven restaurants.
Culver’s to open first downtown Indianapolis location
This Culver’s will be a rarity for the Wisconsin-based chain because it won’t be in a stand-alone building and it won’t offer drive-thru service.
Simon family plans to combine S. Meridian St. buildings into single venue
The proposed redevelopment will mean the permanent closure of Bad Axe Throwing, which opened in 2017. The combined building is expected to feature a restaurant, bar and live music venue.
Smaller portions a growing restaurant trend as customers watch budgets, waistlines
Special menus with petite, less expensive portions are popping up all over, from large chains like Olive Garden and The Cheesecake Factory to trendy urban eateries and farm-to-fork dining rooms.
Greenwood Park Mall adding several stores, eateries to tenant mix
Two apparel stores and several restaurants and businesses are slated to open or have opened at Greenwood Park Mall, owner Simon Property Group announced Monday.
Restaurant takes over Fountain Square spot known for Pioneer, Deano’s Vino
The owner of Bovaconti coffee shops is partnering with the former director of operations for bygone Carmel restaurant Tre to open a new Italian restaurant.
Chef Jonathan Brooks celebrates matriarchs as Milktooth shifts to Arlene’s
The new restaurant, which will offer a lunch format known as meat-and-three, was named for Brooks’ mother, Arlene.
Slapfish seafood restaurant planned at 49th and Penn
The new spot will become the fifth central Indiana location operated by Mark and Lauren Weghorst, joining restaurants in Noblesville, Carmel, Fishers and downtown’s Mass Ave neighborhood.
Are boneless wings really wings? A judge reignites the debate.
Joining the ranks of “is AI a threat to humanity?” and “which way should toilet paper hang?” is yet another pressing question that as yet remains unanswered.
Airport adding two new concepts, culinary incubator to concession lineup
The incubator, which will be led by local chef Steve Oakley and located in the publicly-accessible Civic Plaza, is meant to provide rising culinary talent with mentorship, visibility and support to hone their work.
Acai-focused Playa Bowls to make Indiana debut with Fishers shop
Two siblings who made their mark on high school basketball in Indiana did their part to bring a popular smoothie bowl concept to the state.
Franklin country club plans its own restaurant after Big Woods exits
The future restaurant owned and operated by Hillview Country Club will be open for dining to both club members and the general public.
BBQ and seafood restaurant expected to open in downtown Hyatt Place/Hyatt House hotel
The Alcoholic Beverage Board of Marion County recently approved a license for the Kentucky-based restaurant, which will take over a space formerly occupied by Pier 48 Fish House & Oyster Bar.
Pizza Hut closing 250 stores as parent considers selling brand
Louisville-based Yum Brands said in November it was conducting a formal review of options for Pizza Hut, which has struggled with outdated stores and growing competition.
North of 96th roundup: Steakhouse, record store, thrift store among openings
A new steakhouse, taco eatery, record store, hotel and thrift store are among the retailers, restaurants and other businesses that have recently opened or announced plans to open in the north suburbs of Indianapolis. Here’s a rundown:
Mayor: New luxury hotel to be built near Fishers Event Center
Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness, during his annual State of the City speech, said the hotel project will occupy the site that previously had been earmarked for Chicken N Pickle.
UPDATE: Just Pop In! owners to close Broad Ripple location to focus on popcorn production
Just Pop In! owners Carly Swift and Mandy Selke opened their 5,000-square-foot Broad Ripple location in 2018.