Dave and Busters in Indianapolis: A Restaurant Review

Dave and Busters just graced Indianapolis with a newly opened establishment. It is located near Castleton Square Mall on the North East side of town. Its address is 8350 Castleton Corner Drive Indianapolis, IN 46250. We chose to try it out for our date night this week.

We pulled into the rather crowded parking lot for a Thursday night outing. We thought at first there was something going on, there were four or five uniformed men that appeared to be police from a distance gathered near the front door. Upon closer viewing, we realized they were security guards. Still somewhat off putting, we were not sure what the need was for so many security personnel.

We were greeted at the door by two gentlemen holding the door for us. We went to the desk and were quickly greeted and asked if we were planning on dining, playing or both. We were going to do both. We were offered seating in a pub setting, the bar or the restaurant area. The pub seats were closer to the game area, while the dining room was quieter. We opted for the dining room.

The menu appeared to be vast in choices, but we were interested in the dine and play options. There were eight meals to choose from where we could pay a bit over fifteen dollars and receive a ten-dollar play card for free. I chose the chicken parm sandwich and my husband chose the double cheeseburger. Mine came with a Caesar salad and his with French fries, we shared both. Both meals were very tasty and I would order the same thing again. We didn't try the desserts as we are both watching our weight however the dessert tray I saw upon entering appeared delicious with a variety of options.

Our server was Grant and he was very helpful and knowledgeable, especially for a new establishment. There appeared to be quite a large wait staff from what we saw. We were surprised to see children in the restaurant and playing games with a bar present but since a half wall encapsulated it I guess it fulfills the necessary requirements as being contained.

After our satisfying meal, we went to the game area to play. Many of the games provide tickets for successful play. A few higher end games did not. There are a few games that offer winning tickets for every play making them more children friendly. The price system seemed a bit strange receiving 48 credits for ten dollars. Upon completion of play, you turn in your tickets to the redemption area where they are weighed for credits. The credits are placed on your game card and can be saved or used to purchase novelties.

We had a great time and would visit again for another date night. I would consider bringing our children during earlier hours or for lunch since I assume the later the evening, the more drinking would be taking place.

The dinner and play deal stated it was available for a limited time, maybe because the restaurant is new and it is offered as a promotion to bring in guests. Wednesday is half price game play. If you register on their website, you will receive a ten dollar play credit email. There are fifty three locations across the United States.