I am only reviewing breakfast.
This is your typical greasy diner breakfast food. Nothing special about it but I do like how divey and old it was. I heard maybe dinner is where it is at here. I will never know though. I can make all the breakfast food on their menu at home.
It has charm and if you don't feel like cooking come here.
I've been to The Steer In twice after seeing it on Foodnetwork's "The 3 D's". It was very much the drive in/diner expected with the historic ambiance I hoped for with servers who were attentive without asking questions as soon as we took a bite of food.
First time had the chicken parm because they'd just run out of their very popular lasagne. It comes with a fairly good size chef salad that was very crisp and more than enough toppings arranged very appealing and not skimpy with the dressing as well as a perfectly seasoned slice of garlic toast. The tomato sauce flavored up the otherwise bland chicken breast and the cheese was a bit on the slim side of size; just not enough of it. As a whole the meal was good, mainly filling because of the amount of salad.
My dinner guest selected the beef and noodles. A definite must have because the meat was so tender and lean, the sauce rich and thick and lots of flavor served over some of the best homemade noodles I have ever had and the side of mashed potatoes light and buttery; just the way I love'em! I'll go back a third time to order that for myself! The roll he had looked equally delish!
Second visit was alot of fun; looking at from what I could hear almost too clearly were several from this eastside neighborhood. I couldn't help but notice the mature looking woman in old school curlers in her hair covered partially with a scarf thinking to myself wow, it's as if she's at her own kitchen table. There is nothing fake about the people working there or the clientele. It's certainly grab a jacket and come as you are atmosphere.
I enjoyed one of the many varieties of pizza after seeing the table of 6 deputies received a few kinds they ordered. Move over pizza places who advertise on tv. With the extensive number of down home country style foods was pleasently surprised to eat one delicious pizza! The crust was soft without mushiness and a generous amount of toppings.
My guest this time is somewhat (darn right) picky and ordered a burger which he absolutely loved which I say with a sigh of relief :) It was all and more what he expected. From the size to flavor, and doness he was so pleased he can hardly wait to make the 30 minute drive to have it again!
if you maybe looking for old school places, then this is your place! This old hole in the wall, where the food is the star not the people that go there. I'm sure that some of the people eating there have been eating at the same table for longer then most restaurants have been open! The test of time is the best way to judge the lags of a place and this place has the lags of a running back! TRY ANYTHING off the menu and you will be glad you came for the 1st time and try something new each time you return!!
Eat well and live well, and please no chains!
The overall experience is a definite 5, though the service is a little slow (but not too bad!). Â Obviously not a fine dining experience but just a great Indy dive. Â I came here with my family twice in 24 hours. Â We went for dinner yesterday and lunch today. Â I've had the Reuben and the French Dip...excellent beef! Â My Father-in-Law had the corned beef hash and said it was the best he has had. Â I tried a bite and it was no joke! Â There are also non-beef options, fish, and vegetable medleys. Â My mother-in-law had the BLT, which had locally grown tomatoes. Â Lovely historic restaurant. Â Kid friendly. Â I will be a regular. Â I can't believe I've never been.
Review Source:Steer In, how did I never grace your presence in my three years in Indianapolis? In fact, how did I never even hear of this Indianapolis East Side Staple. A traditional diner specializing in the best hangover cures in the city, Steer In is frequented by East Side locals primarily, but serves a mean omelet for anyone willing to "make the trek" down 10th avenue.
The primary attraction from Steer In, from the outset, is that it looks like an old drive-up restaurant. It's a quirky building, retained primarily in its original state, keeping the home-cooked feeling authentic, rather than generated or attempted to be updated to trendy.
I felt like I stood out, probably because most of the patrons have been coming to Steer In for years, but that is what makes a great restaurant: people keep coming back. I'm glad to have had the opportunity to try Steer In while I lived in Indy, because it's one of the items on your to-do list that you didn't know you had, and certainly won't regret.
My mom and I stopped here when we couldn't go to The Barking Dog because it's closed on Sundays. Â The food was good, but not anything particularly special. Â I had the meatloaf which looked kinda weird, but was quite good (although I like my mom's meatloaf better). Â Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. Â If you're looking for typical diner food at a decent price served to you by friendly waitresses, then go for it. Â I wouldn't make a special trip, though.
Review Source:This place is a MUST from now on when visiting Indy! The service was great. Our waitress was very attentive, but not hovering.
I had eggs, potatoes, bacon and biscuits and gravy. Â The eggs potatoes and bacon were good, but not really anything special. Â The biscuits and gravy on the other hand were delicious! I LOVE biscuits and gravy and it takes a lot to impress me. Â Not as good as homemade, but what is?
It is also super reasonably priced. They have a drive-thru and deliver! I will definitely be returning!
When I heard that this place had been in jeopardy of closing down not to very long ago, my heart skipped. Â This is a diner, yes. Â No fancy plating or waitstaff in high heels...but they have some of the best B-Fast food here in Indy. Â
You're not going to find something way out of the ordinary, as far as the type of food, but the quality is tops. Â The very best of the best...their house cured corned beef. Â You heard me "HOUSE CURED", people! Â Who in the heck does that anymore? Â Oh, and they do it sooo very well, I might add. Â So, in a town that lacks in great B-Fast choices get your booty down to Steer-In and get you some!
I think the time I ate here previously was an off day, because I went in for breakfast this morning and had a much better experience. Â Maybe it was the time of day (1 pm on a Monday last time and 9:30 am on a Friday this time) or the side of the restaurant I chose but it was a much more relaxed vibe today, which is a bit odd since you would think a diner that serves breakfast would be more hopping in the am hours and chill just after lunch, but it was the reverse.
Anyway, what really changed my opinion of the place was the food. Â Today my breakfast was excellent. Â I had a bacon, egg, and cheese sammie with egg over easy on a biscuit and a half order of biscuits and gravy. Â I was amazed. Â The sandwich was the perfect blend of messy and amazing, and the gravy was spot on the way that I like it. Â The old man got the Manhandler again because he loves it (I think that's what it's called, it's the big boy breakfast on the menu, if you know what I mean) and it was so big he wasn't able to finish it this time. Â He sent his bs and gs home with me because he was off to work and he said if he finished it he would be in nap mode. Â All of this plus a coffee was $17.35 before tip. Â Not too shabby.
Service was very prompt and efficient. Â I literally have no complaints and can't wait to go back.
Love this place.
However, like many of the other reviews, I had to knock off a star for service. Don't get me wrong, I have had tremendous service here on the weekends, but there have been several occasions where I have had a lackluster experience. I know this isn't a high-end restaurant, but when I have amazing service on a busy Sunday at 1 pm, and so-so service on a Tuesday at 7 pm, something isn't being properly translated in the training.
With that being said, don't let those ramblings deter you from enjoying the wonderful food at this establishment. When I lived around the corner, my boyfriend and I would go regularly on Sundays and I would order delivery regularly on busy study nights. Steer-In is perfect for simple breakfasts or satisfying cravings for home-cooked dinners. From beef and noodles, to corned beef hash, to coconut cream pie, this kitchen can cook up exactly what you want. Â And East side institution indeed.
You have to love a place that you feel like your walking into a bit of history. From the old man sitting at counter, to the decor that has been collected over the years. Steer Inn is a piece of east side history.
This is my favorite diner. I am particularly fond of the cheeseburger, its cooked on the griddle so it gets to sit in all the fat and retains all the flavor you expect in a well done cheeseburger. The breakfast burrito is pretty awesome as well, I get it spicy and have never been let down.
Outside of the food, I love the service here, its always friendly and fast.
You have to love a place that you feel like your walking into a bit of history.
I really have no idea why this place was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, because there are other places in town more deserving . . .
That being said, it's not bad. Â They make many of their own salad dressings, which is always a plus in my book. Â The food is certainly inexpensive, and I can't say I have ever had anything bad here.
I just wish they'd fix up the place a little. Â The faded drive-in look has a certain charm, but the last time I visited, there were buckets stacked in one of the booths and much looked in disarray. Â The service was fairly prompt and somewhat distracted.
I had an out of town guest who wanted a real Indiana pork tenderloin, so I gave the Steer-In a shot. Â We went for lunch on a Saturday and the place was slammed. Â We sat near the map of the USA on the wall showing where you are from. Â There were a startling number of pins from all over the US for a map that's only been on the wall a little over a year. Â
And that's the problem with Diners, Drive-In, and Dives.
The food at the Steer-In was fine. Â It was better than Waffle House or my local greasy spoon, The New Bethel Ordinary (a lot better). Â I appreciated that it seemed like they were trying to make good food. Â Little things like the croutons and cheese on the salad seemed to be better than usual. Â The breading on the tenderloin was herby and unique, better than many. Â But the food wasn't great. Â It wasn't special. Â Why was it featured on a national TV show?
I thought the tenderloin was very competent. Â Thicker than most, with more herbs in the breading than most. Â It was a good sandwich. Â It wouldn't crack my top ten, but it was good. Â The meatball sandwich (heavily promoted by the Super 46 sandwich list) was disappointing. Â The meatballs were run of the mill. Â The tomato sauce was Prego-ish. Â And it had so much oregano that it overpowered everything else. Â The side salad was good. Â The fries were not good.
All of this would be okay considering the prices. Â But that doesn't factor in the crowds and service. Â The place had a constant stream of customers, pushing this small place to the brink. Â The food was very slow. Â It's like they got on the TV show and didn't scale up to meet the demand. Â If the food was faster, they could turn tables faster and keep up with demand. Â But they don't. They let the customers languish at the tables.
Also, I understand that this is an old place, but you have to have bathrooms that I feel okay taking my kids in. Â They were in great need of an update. Â
3* food, 4* price, 1 star location/service
I gave this place a few tries before writing this not-so-positive review because I kept waiting for the hoopla to hit me. Â Alas, it did not. Â
I wanted to like this place, it's got character for sure. Â But it's just never been a pleasant experience for me. Â My husband would probably give it a 3rd star simply because it has beer but that's not important to me really. Â The menu is typical diner food... burgers, tenderloins, country-fried things, breakfasts in a cast iron skillet. Â But it's just not done well. Â I've had the dryest burger of my life there! Â And although I enjoy a crispy potato, burnt to the point of wondering what food this is certainly was not what I had in mind. Â
Service is a toss-up. Â Go during the day, it seems to be a little better. Â More experienced servers. Â Go on the weekends or evenings, you'll likely end up with a high school-er who hasn't a clue what's going on and checks her phone more than your drink. Â
It's a shame, it seems like a fun place until you actually sit down to eat. Â Overhaul that staff and get some better cooks and servers and I'd go back. Â Until then, well no.
The Steer-In is more than just a "greasy-spoon diner" - it is a historic Indianapolis landmark. Â Well that is what they say anyway. After a Guy Fieri recommendation on Diners, dives and drive ins me and the crew 10 of us head to East Indy Super Bowl weekend for a Saturday Breakfast / Lunch. Â Well it wasn't supposed to be that but more later. Â After arriving we were lucky to get a large round 6 top and 4 top to pull next to it and seat 10 so far so good. Â That is about all that was lucky about coming here OMG what the Hell are these people talking about. I am totally lost or in the frigging twilight zone. Â Born and raised in NJ home of the Diner let me tell you, it has to be something special to make the top 10. Well it is most likely one of the worst diners I have ever been to in my entire life how's that.
Well it's your standard diner menu, but they are famous for a few things and our waitress told us we can't leave without trying some of these.  I'll leave the breakfast reviews out of here Egg omeletttes and pancakes were fine as well as a skillet egg entry.  It's the lunch items that were inedible.  The Can't miss items according to our  Server Italian Meatball in marinara sauce served on hoagie bun with assagio & blend cheeses.  The Twin Steer original burger, The Pizza Mama Meat with Pepperoni, Sausage, ham & cheese & tomatoes sauce and the famous Beef & noodles family recipe of beef mashed potatoes vegetables.
OK I'll keep this simple Meatball sandwiches we should know better 10 NJ boys eating meatballs in the Midwest INEDIBLE. Â Famous beef & noodles like a hungry man TV dinner or a chef Boyardee noodle pack with chipped beef UGH GOD HELP ME Call a medic. Â Burger Good but the real disaster was the Pizza OMG how bad was this Dry chewy sack of dough with large amounts of everything piled on with no sauce to find simply stated bad bad bad!
Service AWFUL 56 minutes waiting for food since the order couldn't find her for coffee or drink refills, and they forget all the sides, vegetables with the noodles, the sides of French fries and still managed to leave the side fries on the bill.
I don't get it, don't tell me its Super Bowl weekend were crowded etc. Â Heard its always like this there so why the 1 hour for food? It's a diner, try the Tick Tock on Route 3 West in NJ some time or any other diner for that matter in the garden state, it puts this place to shame.
What a complete an utter disaster. STAY AWAY
Visited this past Sat the 14th of Jan. Â Stopped in around 2pm for some lunch and could not believe how busy it was. Â Which is a good thing, but kinda figured around that time it would have been a little slower.
Ordered the Steer burger, fries and slaws. Â Food came out quick, hot and tasty. My waitress was prompt with drink refills and the food was good all around. Â It's nice to see an independent diner with long ties to the community doing well.
If you are looking for ole school diner food....you can't go wrong here.
I never ate at the Steer In when it was owned by the Laughner family, but I think it is safe to say that the Steer In has never been better than it is right now. It went through some dark days in the 80's and 90's (like, literally dark. CLOSED dark) but this Eastside gem is shining once again.
Harold's (I know it isn't Harold's anymore, but as an almost lifelong Eastsider I'm entitled to use the name) Steer In is an institution on Indy's Eastside. Just like the Shi Kay, the Emerson Theater, and Ellenburger Park the old drive in has seen many incarnations (some good, some awful) and still stands on 10th and Emerson as a testament to the blue collar tight knit Eastside of yesterday. It is exactly what you think it is. Diner? Yes. Drive In? Sort of. Dive? Not really. Greasy Spoon? Hell yeah. As a classic Midwestern diner, the Steer In excells at breakfast. Hashbrowns, eggs, pancakes, biscuits and gravy. The standards, all great. Breakfast bleeds into brunch bleeds into lunch. Twin Steer Burger, five thumbs up. Crinkle cut fries. Recently (and by recently I mean in the last five or six years since new ownership took over), the Steer In has been becoming a great dinner spot as well. The fried chicken platter might be the best on the Eastside. Classic staples like beef and noodles and meatloaf and mashed potatoes remind you of dinners at your (well, at least my) Grandma's in Irvington. The pizza is actually decent as well, although I do kind of question your intentions if you are ordering pizza at a diner when there are so many other good pizza specific spots on the Eastside now. It is all good, really. As real and unpretentious as Americana gets.
Oh yeah, and breakfast is crazy cheap too!
Tried this based on DDD and thought it was worth the stop. The people were friendly and the food was good, but not mind blowing. The history and landmark status is what is really the draw.
We ordered the meatball sandwich and the steak and eggs. I haved to say that the ones denoted with Guy's head are the ones to try, so I second the meatball sandwich, though the burgers looked killer. Stop in and give it a whirl. Its fun just to say you've tried it!
The Steer-In is more than just a "greasy-spoon diner" - it is a historic Indianapolis landmark. Â
This place was THE hang out back in the 1960s and 70s for high school and college-aged kids to sit around, show off their cars, hang out, and try to pick up dates. Â Back then, it was known as Harold's Steer-In and was mostly a drive-in diner. Â
Harold is no longer affiliated with the Steer-In, and it is under new ownership - a sweet and motivated mother and son duo own and manage the place. Â
While I can't honestly say Steer-In has the best food I have ever tasted, everything that I have had has been very good. Â The place has a historic ambiance that is difficult to find in Indianapolis. Â Plus, the food is all home-made and extremely affordable. Â
This is one of the only places you can find Hoosier classics - such as Steer-In's famous beef-n-noodles. Â Delicious homemade noodles, gravy, tender beef, and amazing mashed potatoes round out this meal. Â Add a roll and veggies, and you have yourself a meal - all for less than nine bucks. Â
Steer-In also has above-average cheese burgers, and fantastic deep dish pizza as well. Â (If you go for the deep dish - beware, it is Chicago-style and HUGE. When I had the deep dish pizza, I started with a side salad and only managed to eat one (1!) slice of pizza. That is how big it is). Â
If you have room for dessert - try one of their pies. I have always been too full, but hear they are great. Â I have been known to grab a chocolate milkshake to go - homemade, delicious, and topped with whipped cream.
All in all, a great place to check out if you are ever on the east side. Â They have even been featured on Diners Drive Ins and Dives - and Guy was a big fan. Â If you are a DDD fan, check out the beef and noodles or their delicious meatball sub - these are the two dishes that Guy helped out with on the show. Â The meatball sub was right up his alley, and I would have to agree with him in that Steer-In makes some of the best homemade meatballs I have had in Indy.
My hopes were pretty high as I've heard many good things from friends and other yelpers.
Stopped in for lunch, but I have a hard time not ordering breakfast when it's available all day. Â I opted for the 10th Street Skillet (eggs, hash browns, biscuits & gravy) as this pretty much covers everything I love about breakfast.
The gravy was sticky, the hash browns were over-cooked and the biscuit was dry.. It's almost like there was no grease in my meal at all.. I was fairly disappointed in the meal, but the menu is large enough that I'd like to come back and another item as my lunch partner (Carl B.) said his burger was excellent.
Surprisingly, they carried local bottles of Upland and cans of Sun King. Â I didn't see Sun King on the menu, so I opted for a Rad Red with my lunch. I noticed the cans behind the register as I was paying.
I enjoyed the atmosphere and the service was above average. Wiith an expansive menu and local beer I will give 3 stars for now and will visit again for an update.
So my cousin & I went because we heard that Guy Fieri featured it on the Food Network's "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" The service was fine. We ordered a club sandwich, & a philly cheese steak, & chicken fingers kids meal. It didn't take too long for the food to come out. The bread on the club was a little over toasted. The steak & cheese hmmm wasn't seasoned, I'm not sure if it was prepackaged I ended up spitting the red pepper in my napkin because it was overcooked & pure gross. As we were eating we were constantly moving our hands because there were flies trying to attack our food. YUCK! My sons chicken fingers were hand breaded, but the problem was the seasoning left a slight over taste. The chocolate shake was good though...
Review Source:The Steer-Inn is exactly what you want if you're looking for a greasy spoon diner. I pretty much always get breakfast when I come here. The breakfast meals are pretty large, so prepare to be stuffed.
The Steer-Inn potatoes are like homestyle potatoes cooked in onion and peppers, really good.
The corned beef hash is my favorite. I'm pretty sure they make it themselves. Occasionally, it takes awhile for them to make, but it's worth the wait. I like mine mixed with eggs, sunny side up and rye toast.
The servers always keep your coffee full and warm.
Maybe you're not just having breakfast, or maybe you are and you'll have a beer anyway. They do sell wine and beer: import, domestic and microbrews (even locals).
The Steer- Inn also has a drive-thru and delivers! Â According to the website, they offer Express lunch with special items made to get you in & out when you are in a hurry.
I visited the Steer-Inn yesterday for dinner after having a co-worker tell me about this place (I am in town for a conference). Â I don't know the area so I cannot comment on any of that. Â
The place looks like a typical dive, very welcoming, a type of place where people know you. Â The staff was friendly last night. Â The special last night consisted of beef and noodles and various salads. Â I chose the beef and noodles because for some reason that seemed a good choice. Â I also ordered the fried mushrooms as an appetizer and coconut creme pie as a desert.
1. Â Beef and noodles - I thought this dish was successful because I was reminded of something I ate as a child. The beef tri-tip was tender and the noodles were perfectly cooked. Â There was a hint of "can" but I think that may have been some type of spice or flavor added to the dish. Â
The mashed potato side (with white or brown gravy) was also yummy. Together, the beef/noodle/mashed potato/gravy was a hit.
2. Â Fried Mushrooms - I don't know if those were prepared on site but, the breading was perfect. Â The mushrooms were large and were not over taken by the breading. Â The seasoning was perfect. Â The shrooms were served piping hot and stayed that way for some time. Each bit was a wonderful flavor of shroom.
3. Â Coconut Creme Pie - O M G. Â That was probably the best CCP I have ever had to date. Â The creme part was very much like a custard and I could taste the hint of egg. Â The crust was a perfect compliment to the creme filling. Â Also, the whipped creme was firm and flavorful. Â Each bite melted into my mouth. Â The toasted coconut on top of the slice was very nice texturally. Â
There is plenty on the mneu and I would be willing to go back and try the hamburgers and fried chicken.
The Steer-In is an Indy institution. It's been around since...the 60s?...although it's been under new ownership since sometime in the 2000s. It was originally Harold's Steer-In but "Harold" is no longer affiliated. An east-side family purchased it and has worked hard to bring it back from the brink.
We go here for breakfast on the weekends and it always has a good vibe. Families and couples of all ages start their mornings here. Most of the waitresses are very friendly and upbeat. LOVE their potato cubes but I don't like their hash browns. Our recent favorite is the fiesta omelet with chorizo, jalapenos, and sour cream. I like to get the little sandwiches too...they fill me up without leaving me so full I need to take a nap!
For dinner, I usually get one of the hot open-faced sandwiches, or Manhattans. Super tasty down home comfort food served with mashed potatoes and covered in gravy. How can you go wrong?
The layout and decor are reminiscent of a 1980s Denny's, although they have upgraded the lighting. Artifacts on the walls are from IPS high school teams: Tech and Howe mainly, and also other Indy events and teams. They do serve beer and wine, some of it locally made. There's also pizza, sandwiches, steaks, and desserts but the portions are so huge I've never made it as far as a dessert. Two adults can eat breakfast, lunch, or dinner for under $20 unless you go for broke and both end up ordering the most expensive dinner entrees and alcohol.
They're really milking the DDD Guy Fieri thing...but if I got free nation-wide publicity I would too! Lots of people in the suburbs think Indy's east side is nothing but a ghetto, which just isn't so. Hopefully seeing this spot on TV will bring more people down to my charming neighborhood.
The east side of Indianapolis includes a neighborhood called Irvington, and it is full of great locally-owned restaurants. The Steer In is a perfect example. It is a typical American diner that is very popular with the locals. It was originally built as a drive in, and went through some good and bad times. But a few years ago it was purchased by a local family and they have turned in into a great success. It was even featured on the show Drive-ins, Diners, and Dives. (Well, something like that. I don't have cable, so I don't know the show. But I hear that is a big deal.) And Peyton Manning was filmed there in some kind of TV commercial.
On the menu you'll find all of the typical diner sandwiches and dinners. They generally have one or two specials. They also have great breakfast food, especially their biscuits and gravy! A few years ago they started selling pizzas, and I can personally vouch for their quality. My favorite is the stuffed pizza--delicious! Unlike most diners, they sell beer and wine in addition to the typical beverages. And they are located within walking distance of my house, so after eating I can try to burn off a few of those calories :)
If you are in the mood for good diner food, this is a great choice!
I was pretty underwhelmed by the food at Steer-in, given that it was featured on Triple D. Â The meatballs in the Meatball Sub were good, but there was not enough sauce or cheese on top, so the sandwich was kind of dry. Â The Steer Burger was just a run of the mill burger; I was hoping the "Steer Sauce" would be unique, but it just tasted like mayo. Â The fries were decent.
The prices here are excellent, and the menu has a wide variety of options. Â The owner and staff were very friendly. Â Our waitress gave us a gratis plate of MozzaLunas because they dropped our food when they were bringing it out. Â The dining room is pretty drab, and there seemed to be a lot of loyal locals, who I imagine aren't crazy about the extra attention this place has received since the show aired. Â Overall, I would say Guy had a higher opinion of the food than we did.
I like this place. Â So did Guy Fieri. Â Apparently, people actually watch that show and now my Sunday breakfast place is overwhelmed and I get snipped at when I want to sit at a booth with just my husband. Â I actually saw another regular neighborhood couple leave for just that reason. Â Maybe when all the hoopla settles down we will come back. Â
The food is good and I crave their CFS for breakfast and their Chicken Fried Chicken occasionally for dinner. Â A neighborhood institution, people should have discovered it way before the Food Network....
While driving around Indy, my sister I happened upon the Steer In. The sign out front declared that "Diners, Drive-Inns and Dives" would air an episode that included them in March.
It was okay. I've had better and I've had worse Pork Tenderloins. That's what the waitress suggested. This one didn't have much flavor. However, the fries were crinkle-cut. I love that. I just wish they had been cooked a little more. My sister liked her pancakes. The staff was friendly. They even let me charge my phone.
I'd go back, if I were in that area already--mainly because I prefer to spend my money at independent restaurants. But I wouldn't go out of my way to eat there.
My husband grew up in the Irvington area and was dying to take me to Steer In for breakfast one day-- we went and it was really enjoyable. Â The decor isn't anything to look at; most booths have cracked seats, chipped tables, etc, but you really get a sense of community & neighborhood in here. Â There are "regulars" who sit along the "bar" on stools, chatting about football games, and flirting with waitresses. Â
We have been back numerous times so I couldn't tell you what all we have eaten there, but my favorite is the MASSIVE tenderloin sandwich. Â It is SO DELISH and if you are a fan of fried tenderloin, you have to check it out. Â The prices are unbeatable for the serving of food you get. Â Service is hit and miss though-- We took some friends one morning (around 12 on a Sunday) and we were able to watch an entire football game before we got our food. Â Seems each time has been better, or worse, but I was willing to let it go due to it being a Sunday and busy.
I did price it "under $10" but that is individually-- the 2 of us can eat under $20 which is STELLAR for any couple, as most know.
A greasy spoon local diner with Prime Rib on the menu, right before the homemade pizza section.
Some of their offerings are simply average, but many are stellar. There are little touches here and there that really make a difference. Real bacon & lots of cheese on my dinner salad ( I nearly fainted) Most of the salad dressings are homemade. The Cheesy bread app. is a meal served with homemade parmesan dipping sauce.
It's looks like they stopped decorating in 1965, not like they are trying to decorate and make it look 60ish, it's the real deal.
I've been a few time's now and I find the service on the slow side, with the regulars getting most of the attention, but the menu selection, and $ value, it really is cheap, make up for it. So if you just can't bear the drive thru one more night, and even Steak & Shake is getting old, steer on over to The Steer-In, have a seat and enjoy the food, and the people watching, there's plenty of both to go around.
The Steer In has old time charm and a neighborhood feel about it. Â They welcome you in and make you feel right at home. Â I have only had breakfast here but it is exactly what I was looking for! Â Not pretentious, classic breakfast. Â I would definitely categorize it as greasy spoon. Â If that is what you are looking for then the Steer In will satisfy your needs.
Review Source:I heart breakfast. Â It is by far my favorite meal of the day. Â I remember when they would serve breakfast for lunch in elementary school, or when my mom would make pancakes and eggs for dinner, I was one happy little girl. Â I am still a happy girl when I get to eat breakfast, which doesn't happen that often. Â I much more the kind of person that will wake up at 7:10, shower, dry hair, dress, and race to the train, only to arrive to work at 8:05 (that would be five minutes late and exactly what happened this morning). Â Sure I got here and had a bowl of instant oatmeal from Trader Joes (which deserves its own YELP), but it just isn't breakfast without eggs in my world. Â
This past weekend I spent time with my best friend in Indianapolis. Â I have been to Indianapolis (not Indy mind you) a hand-full of times, and I fancy the town, but my favorite part has got to be the Steer-In. Â Because while I LOVE M.HENRY and its menu, sometimes you just want eggs, toast, wheat toast and coffee. Â That is it...no frills, just the basics. Â That is what the Steer-In offers. Â Typical breakfast foods...but done well and CHEAP. Â Did I mention that before? Â CHEAP!!!!!!!!! Â We are talking two people, two breakfasts, two drinks, plus tip for $14!!! Â I had a skillet and my best friend had the veggie burrito (which was the special of the day) and they were both just what breakfast should be to me...hot, delicious and full of eggs.
My friend swears by this place. Â It is worth going just to step back and see what restaurants were like before the 1970s. Â This place looks like it has not changed much since then. Â The food is your typical greasy spoon. Â The coffee is hot and your cup never gets to the bottom. Â If you are planning a trip to Irvington, stop by.
Review Source:Two of the four stars I give to Harold's Steer-In are for atmosphere. Â When you walk through the front door you feel like your stepping back in time at least two decades. Â The walls are covered with wood paneling and chandeliers hang from the ceiling and there's a bar in the middle of the room which you know is reserved for Harold's regulars.
When it comes to food, Harold's doesn't offer anything out of the ordinary but the prices are very reasonable. Â A great breakfast if you like greasy spoon cooking (which I do) or no-frills pancakes. Â Lunch is not Harold's strong suit, however. Â The burgers are good but not much better than you'd find at most other places. Â The fries are obviously pre-packaged and the salad is very basic. Â Still, these qualities only add to the character of Harold's Steer-In and are easily forgivable. Â
Recommendation: Pancakes
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