"I 've been to SO MANY restaurants in Indy and The Meridian is one of the standouts. My wife and I went last evening for an early dinner (5:45PM and I left feeling compelled to share another GREAT dining experience. Let 's begin with the atmosphere: Cozy (fire in the fireplace , warm wood, white tablecloths, tables nicely set, friendly greeting by hostess and immediate seating. Next the table service: The waiter was knowledgable and friendly, quick to offer drinks, explain wine specials and menu specials. Dressed neatly in black pants and white shirt. Immediate delivery of our wine request, followed by any questions about menu? . With none, took our order which was delivered without delay by the restaurant manager, followed up quickly by our waiter to ensure all delivered properly. He would circle back, without interruption, just looking at progress, water level, etc and giving me an opportunity (had one existed to request his help with any issue. On to the food: Okay, the menu items are extensive and seasonal and EXCEPTIONAL. I 've had several over our visits. We began by splitting the beet salad. If you go, I recommend. Plus, when we said we wanted to split the beet salad , the server agreed and when it was delivered, it was already split. For dinner that evening, I was just feeling like a burger. Yes, it is a $28 burger but, I have to tell you, it is exceptional. My request for medium doneness was met to perfection and the accompanying fries were not run-of-the-mill fries. Now, some of you will say, For $28 it should have been exceptional! and I won 't disagree, but I am always less concerned about the price than the quality and THIS quality made the price worth it. The char on the burger, the flavor of the dressing(s , etc....sheer perfection. My wife enjoyed the duck breast which, in her words, was amazing . (She 's had it before with the same accolades..so I know they 're consistent with food quality! So much more but out of room. It 's a GREAT rest!"
