Dozens of downtown businesses to offer WNBA-themed specials during All-Star Weekend
Nearly 30 local businesses across the city are offering limited-time deals and themed experiences during WNBA All-Star Weekend.
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Pier 48 restaurant moves from downtown, citing effects of nearby construction
Pier 48 Fish House & Oyster Bar is establishing a pop-up location at George’s Neighborhood Grill on the northeast side of Indianapolis.
Jack’s Donuts corporate turmoil affecting some local franchisees
Since last fall, four creditors have sued Jack’s Donuts of Indiana Commissary LLC for money they say they’re owed. Of those four cases, two have resulted in judgments against Jack’s totaling just over $888,000.
Slapfish picks Market District in Carmel for 4th area restaurant
Restaurateurs and Carmel residents Mark and Lauren Weghorst plan to begin renovating the 3,300-square-foot space this summer before opening later this year.
Some restaurants and servers oppose ‘no tax on tips’ budget proposal
The Independent Restaurant Coalition, which represents nearly 100,000 restaurant and bars, has appealed to Congress to reconsider the proposal, which is part of the president’s spending bill.
Trump curbs immigration enforcement at farms, meatpacking plants, hotels and restaurants
The shift suggests Trump’s promise of mass deportations has limits if it threatens industries that rely on workers in the country illegally.
Hamilton County bars, restaurants get a boost as fans flock to Pacers watch parties
Carmel, Westfield and Fishers restaurants are seeing increased sales and foot traffic as the cities host watch parties during the Indiana Pacers’ NBA Finals run.
Steak n Shake doubles down on support of RFK Jr., will start selling beef tallow to restaurant patrons
In a social media post Wednesday, the company reiterated its support of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s “Make America Healthy Again” movement.
Plans advancing in one part of Fishers District, while construction starts in another
The Fishers Planned Unit Development Committee on Wednesday afternoon voted 5-0 to approve plans for two new buildings across from Fishers Event Center that will house retail businesses and restaurants.
Postseason run by Pacers is boom, baby, for sports-themed bar
Patrick Tamm, CEO of the Indiana Restaurant & Lodging Association, said the Pacers are boosting business at what could have been a slow time for downtown eateries and bars.
Bar devoted to women’s sports plans Indianapolis location
The Sports Bra announced Tuesday its intention to open franchise locations in Indianapolis, Boston, Las Vegas and St. Louis.
Dave’s Hot Chicken sold to Subway owner Roark Capital in $1B deal
Indianapolis is home to two Dave’s Hot Chicken restaurants. The brand specializes in Nashville-style hot chicken tenders offered at seven different levels of heat.
Plan for $100M project in downtown Westfield calls for apartments, retail and office space
The Westfield Advisory Plan Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing about the Jersey 32 project on June 2.
Restaurants turn to culinary supply specialists for help navigating trade war
Tariffs, which are set to drastically rise in July when a 90-day pause expires, have prompted U.S. restaurants to look for help finding ingredient substitutes to keep a lid on costs.
‘No tax on tips’ plan part of GOP budget bill. Here’s what it does.
The proposal has widespread support from the public, lawmakers in both parties and employers who believe such a law will bring relief to the working class.
More than 2,000 Starbucks baristas go on strike to protest new dress code
Starbucks put new limits starting Monday on what its baristas can wear under their green aprons.
Steakhouse in Phoenix to be first Huse restaurant outside of Indiana
The owner of St. Elmo Steak House and Harry & Izzy’s is planning the Arizona restaurant as part of a $2 billion redevelopment of a former shopping mall.
Award-winning pastry chef opens Filigree Bakery shop in Broad Ripple
Known for its macarons and cakes served at the Broad Ripple Farmers Market, Filigree Bakery now has a brick-and-mortar location at 6331 Carrollton Ave.
Motorsports reporter Jamie Little plans to open Protein Bar restaurants in central Indiana
Jamie Little and Cody Selman plan to open three Protein Bar & Kitchen locations in central Indiana, with the first likely to debut in 2026.
Collin Hilton credits kitchen culture for his World Food Championships win
After winning the noodle category during last fall’s World Food Championships at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, Hilton competed against 11 fellow category winners during the “Final Table” March 28-30 in Bentonville, Arkansas.