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Yats


4.0 of 5 stars 56 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Cajun & Creole, Vegetarian
  • Price range: £1-12 ($1-$20)

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4 of 5 stars
Broad Ripple
4 Oct 2009

After reading several of these reviews, I feel compelled to respond on several points. 1. Comments re the ambiance/style of the restaurant: Yats is a locally owned small business and the restaurant has been described as quirky or tacky, but I would prefer to think of as authentic. Not in a New Orleans way, rather in a way that is... more

Yummy!
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5 of 5 stars
Morton, IL
17 Sep 2009

We parked right in front at Lunch time. The guy taking our order was very friendly and the food was ready quickly which we picked up at the counter. There is an outside patio but we ate inside. I had the craw fish & sauce over rice with garlic bread & my dining partner had red beans in a sauce... more

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2 of 5 stars
Indianapolis
8 Jun 2009
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Having been to New Orleans a few times, I had to see if the food lived up to the hype. Not so much. It's OK...but is missing that certain "spark" of traditional cajun/creole. If you can get your food without being infuriated by the rude, pretentious smartass kids at the counter, good luck! Also, the menu does change based on... more

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2 of 5 stars
indianapolis
10 Apr 2009
1
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Maybe the most over-hyped restaurant in Indy. Food can be tasty, however my crawfish was rancid the last time i ate there. Counter staff can be rude and pretentious....would definitly recomment Zydeco's in Mooresville over this place(its worth the drive and the extra $) more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
19 Oct 2008

Jesus, the food is good here. The restaurant isn't fancy, but it is a little quirky. It's a fun place to get good Cajun/Creole food in large portions at a stupid cheap price. If they had a full menu and table service, I might give it five stars. Did I mention that the food was awesome? Seriously. Try it. more

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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
13 Oct 2008

Used to like it, but now I honestly find the food mediocre and (dare I say it?) overpriced for what it is. more

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3 of 5 stars
Atlanta
22 Sep 2008

Locals recommended this place. It was good food in an interesting place. I'd try it again. I had the gumbo, which was not bad at all. The service was very quick, even during a big lunch. I may adjust my opinion after more visits. more

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1 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
24 Aug 2008

Can't stand up to the hype; claims to be authentic, but I'm from the area and see very little authenticity; Owner was actively hostile and unfriendly. more

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3 of 5 stars
Indianapolis
5 Aug 2008

When I first read the reviews on this restaurant, it was rated #1 in Indianapolis. So, my wife and I were anxious to try it out. We ate on a Friday night. The place was packed. It was a bit difficult finding a parking place (we street parked about 150 yards away). We stood in line for 10 minutes to... more

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1 of 5 stars
Indianapolis
29 Jul 2008

Are people kidding when they think this is good cajun, have you ever even had cajun? seriously? Ive tried to choke down the food a few times...NO THANKS!!! Zydeco's in Mooresville is the closet you will come to finding real cajun food in the Midwest.... more

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Yats Address

5363 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220-3141
Tel: (317) 253-8817
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.