Between the Bun - Burgers, Dogs and More
If you’re craving a laid-back, flavorful dining experience in Indianapolis, Between the Bun - Burgers, Dogs and More is the place to be. Located at 2222 W Southport Rd Ste A, this cozy spot brings together an inviting atmosphere with delicious comfort food, making it an ideal choice for both solo diners and groups. Whether you’re looking for a casual bite or a place to hang out with friends, the restaurant strikes the perfect balance between good food and a relaxed vibe.
The restaurant's charm lies in its warm, casual setting with moderate noise levels, creating an environment that’s neither too quiet nor overwhelming. It’s a great spot for families, as kids are welcome and can enjoy a meal in a fun, friendly atmosphere. Plus, if you're someone who enjoys spending time outdoors, Between the Bun offers outdoor seating where you can savor your meal in the fresh air, making it perfect for a sunny day or cool evening.
For those who enjoy dining out with their furry friends, the good news is that dogs are allowed, so you won’t have to leave your pet at home. Whether you're with a group of friends, family, or even your four-legged companion, this place makes sure everyone has a great time.
When it comes to the food, the restaurant certainly lives up to its name. As you might expect, they serve up some of the best burgers and hot dogs in town, but that's not all. Their menu is filled with other mouthwatering options that ensure there's something for everyone. Each dish is crafted with quality ingredients, bringing a fresh, tasty twist to classic comfort food favorites. You can expect satisfying portions, and if you're feeling adventurous, try one of their creative burger combos!
At Between the Bun, it's all about good food, great company, and a relaxed atmosphere. Perfect for anyone in the mood for a delicious meal without the fuss.
Reviews
This is a regular stop for a night out with friends. It's the sole survivor of restaurants at 37 and Southport. The recent I-69 construction can be a challenge but I hope they make it. I never tried their hot dogs, but the burgers are great! They always come up with inventive new flavors. They recently revamped their menu with new appetizers that look fun to try. We visited on a recent Saturday night when they had live music by a local singer/songwriter, Rob Amrhein. He played acoustic versions of hits from the 60's to today. He knew quite a few songs and enjoyed taking requests. I tend to avoid meat, so I went for their veggie burger. I'm not sure if they make it themselves but it's good. They are also good with custom orders. The real star is their fries. They have an in-house seasoning that I think is also used on their burgers. It's a notch above most other fries. Most other appetizers are good as well. They have half-price appetizers some days. Please check their website. They do not have much in the way of healthy options, but it is burgers and hot dogs, so that is to be expected. Even their salads typically come with bacon and cheese, but you can customize. They can also serve any burger on their menu with a veggie patty or sub buns with lettuce. The only reason they are not five stars is due to our main orders were a longer wait than I expected. The server was great and the appetizers and drinks were served promptly. I think they are having staffing issues like many other places. I can also recommend their loyalty program. It's easier to rack up rewards than some other places. They also do a great job with to go orders.
Although this place is hard to see from the street due to a large construction project by the state, it is definitely worth going to. We had no issues getting in and out of there just finding it since it's tucked on the same building opposite side of the Anytime Fitness. We had Ashley as our server and she gave us excellent service. She also gave us great ideas on what to get. We ordered the fried pickles and fried zucchini appetizers which came out fast, fresh and tasted great! We then ordered The Pretty Awesome burger and two different sauced wings. The Buffalo sauce and the sweet barbecue sauce were the perfect touch. My burger came out perfectly and they adjusted a few things for me on it as well with no issues. It's even good for a quick stop for ice cream which is a nice touch for people that are not wanting to sit down and have it with a meal. I saw several people popping in there for it so it definitely is delicious. The owner had come out at one point and asked how our meals were and to make sure we had everything we needed and how the food was. It was a nice touch that a manager wasn't the one to swing around tables (as they do in most restaurants) but that the actual owner came out personally to see how people's meals were and as a side note .... NO he didn't know I was doing a review. He took it upon himself to come out. I've seen previous comments that the staff were racist and that was furthest from the truth considering I was in the same situation and treated with respect and zero improprieties!!!!
This burger joint is amazing! They have care for their food and it shows. At lunch it was rather busy but we were seated quickly by an indoor bonfire type heater. There are a few TVs going if sports but it isn't too loud for conversation or just chilling out. The menu if full of great appetizers both healthy and not so much as well as salads, burgers, hot dogs and random other choices. We always get the Eden burger but are allowed to change it up with added pickles or a different sauce. Plus if you want a vegetarian burger but with the flair of another burger you can sub that burger in place of any meat one. Great options! It takes a bit of time to get your order but they warn you as you enter and it allows fir a more relaxed environment. Plus it is worth it! The Eden burger is juicy and flavorful without being overly veggie like. I love putting bbq sauce on mine but it is good without as well. The fries are also amazing with a seasoning like no other. Delicious food and a great hang out spot. Definitely check it out!
Another trip to BTB. Had the Cookie Monster burger. Life changing. Cookie Butter. Enough said. Good food and good service. The sign is still up about no one wanting to work, but we love this place anyway. The outdoor seating area is very nice
My best friend and I checked out this place for dinner. When we walked in we were seated promptly by a friendly waitress. We ordered some appetizers which both came out in a decent amount of time. Fried pickles and the fried mushrooms. Both were very good. Next we ordered our burgers. I ordered their spicy one (spacing on the name) and he ordered another really good one and we really liked our burgers. They were juicy and very fruitful. They did take a while to come out but they were really good. Really liked this place and will be back!