Meridian Restaurant & Bar

Looking for a place for my husband and I to go for our belated Valentine's Day dinner. We looked several fine dining places, but I have a pet peeve about menus that use such complicated culinary jargon and so much french words so much that I have no idea what I'm looking at nor what I'm eating. We decided on Meridian because I could actually understand their menu and they had a nice selection of entrees that were reasonably priced for fine dining. I had also heard good things from a chef friend of mine. My mango tango martini was delicious. It tasted how Mr. Bubbles smells, honestly, that is the best way to describe it, and it is a compliment. It didn't taste soapy, just fruity and delicious but not overly sweet. We had the bacon and eggs appetizer which was a piece of pork belly with a fried egg, cheese grits, Brussels sprouts and sweet chili sauce. This unexpected combination of flavors was awesome and for once my husband actually ate a Brussels sprout! My husband had the ribeye special which I tried and it was melt in your mouth fabulous. It was made from Waygu beef which is America's version of Kobe beef, minus the $50 price tag. I had the chilean sea bass. It was very good on top of a bed of mushroom risotto with drops of basil pesto. Our dessert, the butterscotch brulee combined three things I love so much, butterscotch, creme brulee, and bacon. This dish had cornbread on the bottom, what tasted like the best butterscotch pudding I've ever had, carmelized sugar on top, then a sprinkling of bacon bits. What I loved most about this place was their unorthodox way of combining flavors a normal person wouldn't normally put together. Each and every dish was an unexpected delight. We will definitly be back. The decor is also simple, gorgeous, warm, and inviting. I strongly recommend making a reservation as they fill up fast. Also, they have comp valet available as well.

My new favorite Indy restaurant! The ambiance gets an A++ -- we sat next to the fireplace after sunset and I felt I was transported to another place. The "candle" lights around the room and in the chandeleirs just GLOW. It's magical.

I HIGHLY recommed all salads, corn chowder, CHILEAN SEA BASS, fliet, duck confit dish and the butterscotch dessert. All were absolutely delicious. I'm drooling a little just thinking about it.

Service is top notch as is the drink menu. My beloved "flirtini" was not on the menu, but the bartender on duty whipped one up to perfection. This is the BEST place for a date fella's. Be sure to reserve the table next to the fireplace to earn major points. I can't wait to go back!

Continues to be one of my favorite restaurants - consistently wonderful food and great service.  New menu had featured venison (have never tried that before) and it was amazing-- very tender, with a lovely richness that melts in your mouth.  Wonderful cozy ambiance.