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Yats Restaurant

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5363 N College Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46220

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(317) 253-8817
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Yats Restaurant - Indianapolis, IN
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I've tried stuff I never thought I'd eat and loved it. They do everything well. Tip... Eating the same dish with another, go ahead and order the pint and save a couple bucks. It f...

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Try something different 7/10/2010

I've tried stuff I never thought I'd eat and loved it. They do everything well. Tip... Eating the same dish with another, go ahead and order the pint and save a couple bucks. It feeds two. Also, we don't order drinks at other restaurants do to price but they are a fair here!! Pros: Variety of flavors Cons: addicting more
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No matter which location, Yats has the best food with quick service & kitschy love for all! 3/3/2009

I absolutely love this place. While I enjoy the downtown location on Mass Ave., I do prefer the College Ave. location for its elbow room. There is no such thing as an ""item to avoid"" on the Yats menu...it's ALL good. My favorite, chili-cheese crawfish etouffee, is always there. The vegetarian items are absolutely delicious (this from a confirmed anything-a-tarian). Owner Joe is a hoot and always makes the rounds while working in the kitchen AND managing staff. The servings are giant from the money, and if you're lucky, Joe just might give you a freebie to try. I'm a spice wimp, but I love that they have any and all hot sauces, from Indonesian Sambal Oelek to to Cholula's and anything in between. Wimps like me can have the food as presented; if you're adventurous or knowledgeable in hot sauce-ology, you can really go for it. Pros: service, servers, clients, flavors & textures of food, owner, ambience, VALUE!!!...need I add? Cons: on-street parking can be scarce, wish they were open later & had a downtown delivery-only kitchen for businesses & late nights more
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Outstanding New Orleans Cuisine and a Great Value Too! 6/27/2008

This is some of the finest New Orleans style food you can get in this city, regardless of the price. Yes, you do get a LOT of food for the money and the drinks are self serve, but the different dishes are absolutely delicious! This is a great alternative to the fast food chains I know of. The owners name is Joe and he is always happy to chat with you if you can catch him. Overall, one of Indy's treasures. We are lucky to have places like this. Pros: A Lot of Great Tasting Food for the Money! Cons: Not enough seating capacity. more
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Yats 5/16/2007

This is possibly the best restaurant I have ever been to. Not only is the food very inexpensive (under $10... more
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Yats 5/16/2007

mgdugan Provided by Partner
This is possibly the best restaurant I have ever been to. Not only is the food very inexpensive (under $10 for a plate, drink and extra bread), It ... more
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Flavorful food and what a great value too! 11/24/2006

This place should be tried by everyone looking beyond the chains in Indy. The gumbo is wonderful, and the variety of etoufee's are good too. It's a unique dining experience, and a great place for food with friends. Not only that, but you'll walk out full for under $7. Pros: flavor, simply wonderful Cons: not for the timid more
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lots of good food 6/26/2006

lots of good food at a great price, my husband and I ate here for $13.00 and it was more than enough. Good customer service as well more
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QUICK HOT & SPICY NEW ORLEANS STYLE FOOD 12/26/2005

Never having been to Indianapolis, we found YATS listed on City Search's best lunches list. At first we didn't even notice it because YATS is barely visible in the window; however, the hot new orleans style food is obviously popular with the local college crowd as they had every table filled but seats change quickly so it wasn't hard finding a table. Order at the counter from a half-dozen choices - food was brought to our table within 5 mins of ordering - hot & spicy and plenty of it. Nothing fancy here but people pack it it in because it is good eating for a very good price (all entrees were $5.50 - $6.50) Pros: inexpensive good eats, ecclectic, popular with locals Cons: nothing fancy, cash only, can be crowded more
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Excellent food 10/14/2005

I just cannot get enough Yats! I have loved every meal that I've had there! The spinach and mushroom etouffée is my favorite!!! more
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My favorite lunch spot 6/17/2005

A full plate of hot, satisfying food for fast-food prices. Almost everything I've tried here has been excellent, although I do have trouble steering away from my favorite dish, the chili cheese etouffee with crawfish. Good thing they offer a half-and-half plate so you can try two menu items instead of just one. They have also recently added a half-plate option for lighter appetites. But don't bother. Go for the whole thing and save the leftovers if there are any. I love the cozy atmosphere--does get crowded sometimes--but the staff have always been very friendly and get the food out to you quick. Pros: Excellent food, Great value, Fun atmosphere Cons: Sometimes crowded, No credit cards more
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Good n' cheap 6/9/2005

I've been to the Broad Ripple location only. Although I can't speak to the authenticity of the cuisine, I can tell you it is quite tasty! The value is definitely great- you get a lot for your dollar here. Yes, it is only cash so think ahead a bit. Everything I've tried here has been good, and plenty spicy for me. Definitely worth a stop. Pros: cheap, cheap, cheap Cons: good, good, good more
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Not all that great 3/25/2005

Being from New Orleans I had a chance to visit and fall in love with the city of Indianapolis. Having been to several restaurants I was told to try ""Yats."" It's hard to screw up red beans and rice but the sausage used was less than impressive and had too much rice. The rice itself was mushy and couldn't be helped with a large helping of Tobasco. I settled on the Jambalaya and walked away with a stomachache. This rice was also overcooked and not nearly enough smoked sausage. Which was disappointing because of the info I got from the locals. To the unititiated of true New Orleans food, I recommend it. To those that are accustomed to New Orleans style food I would highly recommend you to eat here with an open mind and understand that this is NOT New Orleans. Pros: cheap, ambiance, scenery Cons: overcooked rice, not enough meat, bland more
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Yats - Great food, but cash only. 2/26/2005

This place has some wonderful creole food. I travel to New Orleans about 15-20 time a year and I have finally found a place in indy that brings home the flavor of the ""BIG EASY"". The food is out-of-this world!!! They also have a hot spot (free wi-fi) for your laptop or other internet ready gadget. Overall, I would recommend this establishment to everyone. The prices are great. meal is $5.50 - $6.50. Got to love that!!!! The staff is very friendly and unlike New Orleans, they all have teeth. The only downer is it is a CASH ONLY establishment. This is not the next VISA commercial restaurant. and no they don't take America Express. Pros: price, food Cons: cash only, limited menu more
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Excellent cajun/creole food for only $5! 7/19/2004

Yats is unbelievable. Each dish is only $5 and the portions are generous. The owner is from New Orleans so you bet that the recipes are authentic. I personally love the crawfish etoufee which is made tastier by adding a chili/cheese type flavoring. My husband likes the red beans and rice. No bland food here! Plus they have a million different hot sauces you can try. I like the spicy garlic. Each dish also comes with French bread. Check this place out! Pros: Cheap, Fast, Authentic more
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Best cheaps eats by far! 4/15/2004

This place would be great at three times the price! $5 for what's on the menu everyday. $6 for half & half. You can't go wrong if you like Creole that's for sure. If you've never tried it, what are you waiting for? You can drop a fiver to find out - you'll be glad you did, more
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the best 11/1/2003

This place is the best my dad and i go there at least once or twice a month if not more they have really good food. Pros: good food, friendly people, inexpensive more
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One of the best values! 10/27/2003

I tried the downtown Yat's for the first time a few months ago before heading to a show at the Murat, and am in heaven! The service was very friendly and patient as I deliberated over the various menu choices, and even offered up a sample upon observing my indecisiveness. I decided upon a coconut etoufee which was wonderful! Just enough coconut to give the flavor a pleasant twist. And there's no beating the bang for your buck! Perfect for a filling meal without needing to allot a lot of time beforehand. Pros: changing menu , sample tastes given, excellent value Cons: limited seating more
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Where y'at? 10/24/2003

It's not pretty, but neither is Workingman's Friend, Acapulco Joe's or Mug n Bun. If you want ambiance, this is not your place. Dis is gooood cajun, nothing more, nothing less. Go for a half and half. But, hurry up and eat what you can for lunch, put the rest in a to-go box (supply conveniently located at the counter) and get going, else feel the stares of those standing waiting for a seat. After all, that pile of work on your desk isn't going to disappear as easily as that mound of spicy cajun ambrosia on your plate did. Pros: menu changes daily, heaping portions, very tasty! Cons: insufficient seating, leave kids at home more
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Where Y'at? Real N'awlins food for the M 7/23/2003

Proprieter Joe Vuskovich comes from a family legacy of good eats in New Orleans' West Bank, where his family had a restaurant for years. Joe brought the ettouffe, gumbo, and various other New Orleans/Italiano/south of the border flavors to Indianapolis a few years ago, where people discovered the spice and the price ($5.00-$6.00 for a plate of heaven, french bread and a drink)!! This New Orleans chick knows the real deal....try it for yourself!! Pros: Inexpensive, Great taste, Authentic N'awlins Cons: Parking, Crowded, Fattening more
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Yum! 7/15/2003

Great food, service depends on the day. And, they have a second location downtown! Pros: Food, Ambiance, CHEAP Cons: Limited parking, Limited Seating more
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  • The Scene
    Christmas bulbs, beads and junk store finds drip from ceiling and shelves in the garish yellow eatery plucked off Bourbon Street, seemingly awaiting cleanup from a Mardi Gras...

  • 10/22/2004 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Fri-Sat: 11am-10pm, Sun: 11am-7pm, Mon-Thu: 11am-9pm
  • Payments: Cash, Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Central Indianapolis, Meridian-Kessler
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