Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler

Wait staff is exceptional, food was out of this world!!!!

Always can count on an excellent meal here, tonight was no different (best shrimp cocktail and prime rib sandwich in town), but tonight stands out because of the service. L.J. was our server and he was so pleasant and professional , he made an ordinary night feel special. He was very knowledgeable about the specials, never made us look for him, and always had a smile on his face. We eat out a lot so we notice when someone is particularly good at their job. Thanks L. J.!

We had an outstanding experience! Friends came in from out-of-state, and we wanted to go somewhere special for dinner. This was everyone's first time at Ocean Prime. The staff is so welcoming, kind, and provide incredible service. The food was amazing. From Lobster Bisque, French Onion Soup and Calamari as appetizers to Sushi, Steak, and Ani Tuna entrees, everyone loved their meals. We shared a couple of desserts, including their Crème Brûlée and Warm Butter Cake. The restaurant is just beautifully designed with a lovely atmosphere. We sat around visiting a while on a Monday evening, too, but were never rushed by the staff. The staff, the food, and the atmosphere make us want to come back again. Suggestion: Be sure to take advantage of holiday gift card deals. For every $100 of gift cards purchased, you get a bonus card of $25 in return. I purchased cards in advance to pay for the evening and now have bonus gift cards to make a return visit.

Sat in the bar and had great service! I always order lettuce wraps . This time the recipe was different and not quite as good! Still enjoyable but way too much slaw!

Party of 5, Great Meal! Had Burrata toast & meatballs as apps (work well together) and we each ordered a pizza (mine was Hammaker + jowl bacon+ red peppers) and we all loved them with most taking 1/2 home. Pro-tip, although we ate in the wine bar (21+) side. Only 3 red wines were on the menu, all being $50 plus bottles. The "family" side had much more and much cheaper wine selection. (got a great $25 bottle of Nero d'Avola on that side). I find it annoying that I had to go over to that side and then ask for bottle pricing but our server appeared at my side and was most helpful. Still, I wonder why this set up exists. We were there Saturday 11/16