Sauce on the Side Indianapolis offers an impressive menu that centers around delectable calzones, each prepared with freshness and a variety of ingredients. Located in the heart of downtown, this Italian restaurant has captivated many diners, including Yvonne Spiller, who praised the extensive calzone selection and the option to build your own. The freshness of the food is a consistent highlight, underscored by friendly and attentive service.
First-time visitors like Nicole Means appreciated the excellent service and were charmed by the restaurant's vibrant atmosphere. The salads caught her eye, promising a refreshing complement to the hearty calzones. Meanwhile, Zachary Moore, a returning customer, found his order of "Meat Me in St. Louis" exceptionally prepared, loaded with flavors that satisfy cravings.
Mark Gregory echoed these sentiments, declaring the "Fatty B" calzone as the best he’s ever had, perfectly cooked and generous in flavor. Adding to the delightful experience is their unique selection of sodas, including local favorites that elevate the meal. With both good vibes and great food, Sauce on the Side is undeniably a culinary gem worth revisiting.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers kerbside pickup
Has no-contact delivery
Offers delivery
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has fast service
Good for watching sport
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Quick bite
Serves vegetarian dishes
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Has catering
Has counter service
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Good for groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Popular with tourists
Planning
Doesn't accept reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Has changing table(s)
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Paid multi-storey car park
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
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Reviews For Sauce on the Side Indianapolis
Yvonne Spiller
Jun 19,2025
The variety of their calzone menu is great! They also have the " Build Your Own" option as well. The food is fresh and cooked to order. The staff are friendly and attentive. They have a variety of delicious fresh salads and old-fashioned soft drink flavors(Cream soda, Root beer...) along with the current soft drinks.
Nicole Means
May 25,2025
1st time trying & really liked this place, I will certainly be back. A salad is a must try when I do go back. All around service was excellent, staff was very helpful & informative about their menu. The drinks are great too, cute bathrooms as well. Good food & vibes are what you will get, which is a plus
Zachary Moore
May 6,2025
It's been a while since I've been to a Sauce on the Side because I am from out of town, but I've always enjoyed it everything I've come. This time was no exception. I got a "Meat Me in St. Louis" which was exceptionally prepared with an abundance of toppings. Overall, the food was very tasty, the service was kind and efficient, and the restaurant was clean and well-organized.
ashley cabrera
Mar 25,2025
Soda addicts unite not only did they have great service amazing food but the selection of soda was amazing they had bottled and their own fountain dispenser of their cane sugar made sodas of course I had to try a bunch but my favorite was ...
Mark Gregory
Mar 13,2025
I’m from out of town and this was my first time to eat at Sauce on the Side. I had the Fatty B calzone and it was honestly the best calzone I’ve ever had. It was cooked perfectly, loaded with flavor, and the price was really good too. I also loved their fountain drink selection. They had options from a small company instead of the usual brands, which was a nice change. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to.
Gerald Gabriel
Mar 13,2025
Very impressed! The staff took a lot of time with my son and I to clarify and understand our food allergies and the options we could eat. (He has a dairy allergy and I have gluten allergy) They make their GF calzone crust in house. It came out quickly, had really good appearance, color, and flavor. And the portions are huge. The only downside I would say is a common thing at restaurants. They upcharge for allergy friendly/dietary adjustments. Add 4 for the GF crust. Dairy free cheese was an extra 1.50 with no credit for leaving off 3 kinds of regular cheeses. *Typical thing, just annoying for all of us who live in the world of upcharges.
Ashleigh New
Mar 11,2025
This restaurant is right up my alley, so take it with a grain of salt when it say this place is amazing. The calzones were big and filling. You could split it but I think you would leave a little wanting. The options are as varied as your imagination. If you don’t like ricotta cheese make sure you tell them. The desert calzone we got, s’more, was delicious. My wife loved the beet salad she got, and the starter was her favorite thing. They serve an interesting brand of soda I’d never heard of - not coke or Pepsi.
Tatiana Russell
Mar 9,2025
I have not tried the infamous calzones but they looked delicious and freshly made. I got the small Beets Me salad with chicken and the portion was more than adequate for a full meal, but the plate it was served one was too small, the food was spilling out of it. The salad was delicious and not overly dressed though, and the service is superb. Parking is metered on the street on in nearby garages.
Reviews For Sauce on the Side Indianapolis