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The Northside Social

4.7 (1942)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
6525 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220

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The Northside Social

4.7
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
Locally owned and operated, we are focused on bringing you the best, locally sourced, seasonal menu selections, as well as boutique wines, craft beers and specialty cocktails. Located on the northern end of Broad Ripple Village, The Northside Social is a place for neighbors, visitors and friends to share a meal, relax and unwind in a friendly, comfortable atmosphere. Opened in 2010, our over a decade long commitment to bringing you scratch, local and delicious foods continues to resonate with our neighborhood and loyal guests. Remember, don't think of us only for special occasions, think of us for all occasions.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Northside Kitchenette Caters! Our food, brought to you or made available to take away ... for whatever size group you need to feed. Call us for more information. We would love to be part of your day! www.northsidekitchenette.com
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private banquet dining in the evenings at our luncheonette, Northside Kitchenette which is located right next door to The Northside Social. This adorable space accommodates up to 50 guests, and is perfect for your birthday, business, wedding or any special occassion!! Call us for details on reserving Northside Kitchenette.
  • Area
    Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler
  • Cross street
    65th and College
  • Parking Details
    Generous amount of parking located on two sides of the building. Additional parking is located on 65th Street.
  • Public transport
    We are located near the heart of Broad Ripple and the transit lines served by the city of Indianapolis
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Northside Social.

4.7

4.7
(1942)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Northside Social impresses with its "wonderful service," "fabulous food," and "lovely ambiance." Patrons rave about the "best fried chicken," "addictive espresso martinis," and "perfectly prepared" seafood. Despite occasional hiccups, the restaurant remains a "neighborhood gem" with "reliable and delicious" offerings and "knowledgeable staff" who enhance the dining experience.
1,942 Reviews
  1. Lani

    Indiana2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was basic and wasn’t warm enough. Would not recommend.

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  2. charles

    Indiana8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rocky start when hostess didn’t have our reservation and wouldn’t seat us in bar area I reserved, but server and food made up for the initial frustration.

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  3. Keith

    Indiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had not been to Northside Social in several years but it did not disappoint. Food, ambience and service were top notch. Our server Micheal was friendly and knowledgeable. Will definitely not be so long coming back.

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  4. Terry Gold

    Indiana74 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. We had a small birthday party and everything was handled very well.

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  5. Michael Gold

    Indiana70 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 23 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    While the chicken and dumplings pasta was good, the Social pizza was terrible. It was prepared with so much oil that the crust was mush and nothing held together at all.

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  6. todd Gold

    Indiana33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is so darn good. Best restaurant in Broad Ripple.

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  7. mark Gold

    Indiana6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drink were perfect. Love the atmosphere l

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  8. Robin Gold

    Indiana82 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the best meal…ordered family style to share and had the mussels which were amazing, the added apple gave them a tender delicious sweetness. The crab dip was fabulous and cheesy. The vodka rigatoni was prepared to perfection. It was a little loud in the restaurant so we ate outside and it was the perfect setting for a wonderful dinner. Our waitress was amazing and we had excellent service. Wish I remembered her name. My only minor complaint would be they added $5 for sharing. We ordered $90 of food and wine for a 2 person party and I felt there was no need to charge the sharing fee. We paid it without complaint because we did have a 10/10 dinner. Highly recommend Northside for a wonderful dinner experience
    The Northside SocialResponded on 14 October 2026
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are delighted you had a great dinner! It is our pleasure and privilege to serve you. We take guest feedback very serious. We will look over our policies in regards to splitting meals. We hope to dine with you again soon.

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  9. Robyn Gold

    Indiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time there and it exceeded our expectations. Food, ambience and service were excellent
    The Northside SocialResponded on 14 October 2026
    Thank you Robyn! It was a delight to serve you. We hope to welcome you back again soon.

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  10. Mary Gold

    Washington, D.C. Area42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Nice neighborhood atmosphere! Recommend it!
    The Northside SocialResponded on 14 October 2026
    Thank you Mary! We look forward to welcoming you back for another great dinner.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Comfort Food, Pizzeria
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Northside Kitchenette Caters! Our food, brought to you or made available to take away ... for whatever size group you need to feed. Call us for more information. We would love to be part of your day! www.northsidekitchenette.com
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private banquet dining in the evenings at our luncheonette, Northside Kitchenette which is located right next door to The Northside Social. This adorable space accommodates up to 50 guests, and is perfect for your birthday, business, wedding or any special occassion!! Call us for details on reserving Northside Kitchenette.
  • Area
    Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler
  • Cross street
    65th and College
  • Parking Details
    Generous amount of parking located on two sides of the building. Additional parking is located on 65th Street.
  • Public transport
    We are located near the heart of Broad Ripple and the transit lines served by the city of Indianapolis
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Wednesdays are a standout for The Northside Social thanks to half‑price wine night, while Saturday evenings are noted for a humming, lively bar atmosphere.

The Northside Social regularly accommodates families, reviewers note staff were very helpful with infants, including making accommodations so a parent could hold a 4‑month‑old while eating.

Private dining isn't part of The Northside Social's offering, the restaurant's listing indicates private parties are not allowed, with the focus on its friendly, open dining room.

Guests commonly describe portions at The Northside Social as generous and ample, for example, reviewers note amounts are "ample without being too much" and call some entrees and desserts large or plentiful.

Yes, The Northside Social is frequently recommended for date night, with reviewers praising its inviting, warm ambience and explicitly recommending it for romantic evenings.

The Northside Social is at its peak on busy Friday evenings, guests describe it as full, loud and lively, while weeknights tend to be noticeably quieter and easier for conversation.

The Northside Social feels warm and inviting with a casually elegant, neighborhood vibe, warm lighting, well-spaced tables, and a cheery bar that can hum on busy nights.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, put-together attire that's polished without being formal, a good fit for date nights and celebrations here.

Yes, The Northside Social is welcoming to families: staff frequently accommodate babies and children, and reviewers praise attentive service for family groups.

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The Northside Social

4.7
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 10 times today
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