Kuma's Corner

Kuma’s Corner in Fountain Square knows exactly what it wants to be — and absolutely nails it. Big burgers, big flavor, and a full-throttle metal rock atmosphere that somehow makes everything taste even better. The burger I had was huge and genuinely delicious, the kind you need two hands and maybe a little courage for. Packed with flavor, cooked right, and layered like they actually care about the balance of every bite. The vibe is loud in the fun way, with metal blasting and the bar humming. I ended up chatting with the bartender and had a great time — friendly, quick, and clearly proud of the place. If you like bold flavors and a setting with personality cranked up to eleven, Kuma’s delivers.

We had an amazing experience here. Fast friendly service (shout out to both the host & our server- who’s name is escaping me but she had long red hair). Food was delicious (buffalo mac & cheese plus Iron Maiden burger)! Atmosphere exactly as expected. Would visit again next time in Indianapolis. Also already looking at Chicago location closer to home.

I read this place had one of the best burgers in the city. Driving through so I stopped. I’m a burger nut. But this burger was average at best. Messy, sloppy, and just underwhelming. Nothing special. I don’t even remember which burger I ordered. Love the metal theme and the space is awesome. Service was top, they could not have been kinder or more patient. Would come again. But would order something else.

My boyfriend and I made a day trip to indy to celebrate his birthday, I'd made reservations for the Eagle's Nest for an upscale dining experience and we came to Kuma's for some drinks before dinner. The Eagles Nest turned us away because he was wearing kakhi shorts in 85 degree heat and they refused to honor our reservation, so since our money was no good there we came back to Kumas to try the burgers we were eyeballing on the menu. The burgers were amazing. The patties were HUGE, even though we we came in starving we were stuffed by the time we got halfway through our burgers. the fries were perfect. The selection of beers on tap were very good, I wish I could've tried them all. The staff was happy to serve us and even though we were sat at bar tables that the bartenders take care of on top of serving the bar rail, our service was lightning fast. Drinks on the table in less than a minute of ordering, food was out in less than 10 minutes. The staff was amazing and very accommodating to us. Shoutout to the hostess for immediately cleaning a table for us as soon as we walked in! I've honestly never had service this good anywhere else. The atmosphere was great and reminded me a lot of a metal bar I used to frequent in my city so it felt nostalgic to be there. We are definitely coming back here next time we're in town.

I always struggle when it comes time to write a review that goes against common opinions. This one really confused me though because I can't figure out who wants to may over $20 a meal that is nothing more than a burger and fries/chips. Some burgers on menu were up to $25. The younger generation must be blind because you can get a coupon for Culver's for 2 Double burgers for $8 and I swear they taste better than the quality I got here. This is definitely an artsy fartzy style place and people pay for that atmosphere but we just weren't enjoying the screaming headbangers music either. Honestly we both agreed there wasn't anything we could recommend or even want to return here for. Our waitress "Brook" was absolutely a super sweetheart and her personality made the highlight of this restaurant experience. Bottom line: We came to try a new place and ended up after 2 burgers meals, an appetizer and 2 drinks. $110 in the hole!!!! Definitely not something we want to do or experience again!

Loved the look of the place, the theme of the menu matching the restaurant as a whole is awesome! I liked my burger, confused by the whole Chipotle pepper on it. I'm also not a big fan of pretzel buns. Everything seemed to come on a pretzel bun. The burger was very good besides the nit picking. I did LOVE there is a mocktail menu section! My husband sandwich fell apart as he ordered it with chicken tenders. Seeming impossible to do with a pretzel bun. But over all it was tasty There was a leak in one spot, so the floor was just getting a tad wet. All in all, we will definitely be back, as we over all enjoyed the staff and atmosphere.

Kuma’s Corner is a must-visit for anyone who loves heavy metal and great food. Located in fountain square, this unique bar has both indoor and outdoor seating options, creating a flexible space that’s perfect for parties of almost any size. Parking can be a little tight, so plan accordingly. The menu is centered around creative, gourmet burgers and sandwiches, with only a few appetizers but a lot of big flavors. We visited around 4:30 p.m. and were seated right away. Our server greeted us immediately with water and menus, and returned promptly to take our order. After discussing options with them, we decided to try the cheese curds as an appetizer. For our main courses, my wife ordered the “Iron Maiden Burger,” substituting cheddar cheese, while I went for the “Mastodon Burger.” Each came with fries, which were the perfect accompaniment. The burgers themselves were delicious and unique, though we found the portions quite generous – definitely more than we could finish! The service was friendly and efficient, the food was outstanding, and the heavy-metal-themed atmosphere added a lot to the experience. Before we left, we ordered two small mac ‘n’ cheese dishes to go, one with chicken and the other with pulled pork. The total came to $82.20 before tip, which felt very fair for such a great meal and excellent service. Highly recommended if you’re in the mood for an unforgettable burger and a killer vibe!

Kuma’s Corner is hands down one of the best spots for a burger! The burgers are juicy, packed with flavor, and stacked with creative toppings that make each bite a treat. The atmosphere is laid-back and edgy, with a rock ‘n’ roll vibe that makes it fun and unique. On top of that, the service is friendly and attentive, making you feel right at home. Whether you're a burger connoisseur or just hungry, Kuma’s Corner delivers every time!

The best spicy margarita in town hands down! I love bringing my kindle or a book to the bar and ordering a burger and/or french fries and a drink or two. The food is always great, and the environment at the bar is welcoming. The music is different from what I typically listen to, but is a nice change of pace and enjoyable. I have a gluten allergy and just do a burger with no bun when I want a burger and fries. The horseradish mayo with fries is incredible, but you cannot go wrong with anything on the menu.

Who will sign my petition to ban burgers that are taller than what a human mouth can bite into? Anyone? Because I'm thinking of starting such a petition after eating burgers at Kuma's Corner. I have some lovely things to say about this restaurant, but first, I need to address the size of these burgers. If you could see my hands right now, you would see me holding my hands about 6 inches apart, one on top of the other. That's how tall, if not taller, the burgers were that we ordered. We got The Famous Kuma (bacon, cheddar, a fried egg, lettuce, tomato, red onion) and the Neurosis (horseradish mayo, cheddar, Swiss, caramelized onions, mushrooms, lettuce, tomato, onion). With both burgers, we could not take a complete bite into them -- we had to kind of eat around them and chip away at them from different angles. I do have a small mouth, but even a person with a big mouth cannot eat a burger this size properly because it is so dang tall. What made it worse is that the bun is a pretzel bun, which is a little tough, so there's no "give," and you can't press down on the burger to make it more compact, if you get me. As far as I know, pretzel buns are standard here, and there's no substitute. I had to take my top pretzel bun off and just toss it. It was too much pretzel, too much bun. Alas, even without a top bun, my burger was still too tall to bite into properly. In conclusion: Tall burgers look pretty and make for nice photos. But they are a P.I.T.A. to eat. Please sign my petition. The ambiance, though? Perfect. All of the death metal playing over the speakers at Kuma's Corner was just what this soul needed to relax. And the artwork! There's something to look at everywhere. All of the hardcore and metal bands. I wasn't expecting to see a Boris drawing on the wall, but there you go. Do yourself a favor and visit the restroom. At least in the women's restroom, it is a tagger's paradise in there. All kinds of messages scrawled on the walls, stickers everywhere, wheatpasted fliers. I wanted to sit on the john and just look at everything. I love a good restroom at a restaurant, and this is one of the better ones in Indy.

I hate doing this, but I have to for my own sanity. I used to go to the Chicago location near my house when I lived there. I have also been to this location many times, but today was not their day. Sat down and no one came to greet me until one of the servers clocking out asked if I had been helped. Shook my head and she profusely apologized. Not sure of her name, but that was the only redeeming portion of this experience. The bartender that took over was monotone, but nice. Food was not good. I know this is a burger joint, but I had the best BLT (APMD on the menu) of my life last time I visited accompanied with a terrific Caesar salad. The salad came out almost immediately which was nice, but it was as warm as pee. The croutons were beyond stale and hard to bite into. The sandwich tasted of grease that was long overdue and the tomato's I asked for looked nasty. The pretzel bun was also a no-no for me. Ambiance? It's Kuma's. If you know you know. 10/10 there. I love Kumas and certainly will be back, but whoever is running this joint needs to do some tweaking. I don't blame any of the staff, but management can't be cutting corners with the food quality when you're paying $18+ for a burger. Please emphasize your quality guys! This place used to ROCK - no pun intended.

I've been meaning to go to Kuma's Corner ever since I moved to Indy back in 2021 and today was finally the day. I had heard here that they gave smaller portions during lunch so I went during lunch-- not sure if I was supposed to ask for the lunch menu but ended up just getting the (at least what I think was) normal sized burger. I got the Plaguebringer which was quite good. Fries were excellent too. Server friendly. Overall good experience, loved the atmosphere and the rock music. Would certainly go again if I was in Fountain Square & hankering for a burger.

Love me some Kuma's. Went years ago to the Chicago locations. First time here in Indy. Food is fresh & delicious as always. Their house made sauces are second to none. The service is always on point. Staff are super nice. The atmosphere is the best: Heavy Metal!

Came in for dinner on a Saturday about 530 and had an ok experience. (Note- I used to live in Chicago and went to the Chicago location monthly, so I do love their food.) This "biker bar" feel is great for Fountain Square neighborhood. Pros -Selection- They have a great selection of fun burgers, all named after a metal band/song. (Fun theme) - Speed- From time ordered until we had our food, was about 15 minutes, and considering how busy, not bad. - Atmosphere- The atmosphere is great here and fun teeming with music, artwork, and graffiti in bathroom. Flavor- Food has great flavor and for $20, plenty of food! Cons - Food- While quick, Burger was a bit overcooked and fries were underdone (a bit soggy?), and buns was a bit tough and stale. (They could also use coleslaw(?) as a side, as it would go perfect with many of their sandwiches.) - Service- While quick, our waiter was just eh. Definitely a must-try for burger-lovers, rock music fans, or someone wanting something new!

Kuma's Corner has been on my list of places to try for the last couple of years. I heard you always have to wait which is why I hadn't been. I did notice that they allow you to get in line now so that's what I did, which actually worked out perfectly. When I arrived we were able to be seated right away. I really hadn't done much research so didn't know what to expect other than they have good burgers. What I didn't know is it is very heavy metal themed. Everyone is very tattooed and wearing kind of goth clothing and they were playing hard rock music which isn't really my thing but I think the people who were there probably knew it and it's their thing. The burgers appear to be named after Heavy Metal "things", not quite sure what but I'm guessing, maybe like Heavy Metal groups or something. So to the food, they have a variety of burgers (again themed) but they offer different toppings not just your usual burgers which is nice. The fries are amazing as well. It is located in Fountain Square, so parking can be a challenge. We took an uber so didn't worry about it but if you didn't just beware of that.

Love this place! I work very close to this location, and I have gone for drinks and food with my coworker besties. Both times, I ordered half a house salad with buffalo tenders and ranch. It is a pretty typical salad, but the best part is the sauce. They do a great job in coating their chicken with buffalo sauce and is helps add some flavor to the salad itself. My friend ordered the jalapeno poppers as an appetizer. They were very creamy and filled with chorizo. The raspberry sauce complemented it very well. My only complaint was that the breading didn't have much flavor, but the sauce helped with that for sure. The real STAR of the show is their Bloody Mary. I asked for it spicy, and they delivered! I am a Bloody Mary stan, but there's is especially tasty. I have no idea what spices they use, but that mixed with the lime and lemon they garnish it with makes it PERFECT!! The service there is amazing as well. We sat on the patio, and it was a beautiful and sunny. Overall incredible vibes!!

This is my first time ever trying Kuma's. I wasn't quite sure on what to order. So I found a chicken sandwich on the menu. It came with fries. I just wish it came with something else. A little bit more healthier, but that's just a personal thing. The waiter was pretty cool. He was really hip on how things tasted and what people would prefer over other dishes so he was helpful. And the thing that one we over with the sauces, they made their sauce homemade he said, and I was the ranch and the ketchup that they made. The ketchup was so good.

Metal biker bar that puts a lot of love into their food. We came on a Saturday afternoon and the service was pretty quick and attentive. Things feel a little pricey at first glance but every single dish we received was definitely worth the price. Their cheese curds were some of the best I've ever had and they give you a big pile with a good house dipping sauce. The Sourvein was a burger I had to eat with a fork and knife because it was literally stacked too high to put a bun on top of the waffle strips, chicken tenders, bacon, cheese, and maple syrup. Fries were perfectly crispy and plentiful. A friend ordered the buffalo Mac and cheese--a splurge--and he probably received close to 3 pounds of food. We thought that giant dish in the photo at first was a plate and it was actually a bowl!! He ate what he could and still walked away with a giant takeout container full of food.

It's a metal burger bar... it's everything you'd hope for, and the foods delicious. Stop thinking about it and go!!!

Food: My goodness! My burger was cooked perfectly. Loved all of the topics. The chicken strip sandwich was great and seasoned well. I really wanted more buffalo sauce on mine because it was so tasty. Next time I'll ask for some on the side. My only complaint was I'm not a fan of the pretzel like bun because the bread isn't soft. Service: My girl Kathie was amazing. As a first timer, she was attentive and helped walk me through the menu. She was so good I had to speak with the manager and compliment her. The kitchen staff even cut my burgers in half after being delivered because I was sharing with someone else. Ambiance: Heavy metal/gothic grunge music and art vibes. I was cool with it! Music wasn't too loud during the day so I could still hold a conversation. Pretty good natural daylight too. My only negative comment is about the bathrooms. The smell gave old grimey bathroom.

The wait was quite long for our burgers, which might be because I ordered mine well done (which still came out a little pink). At any rate, the Black Sabbath burger was still delicious and the accompanying Dark & Stormy was the best one I've ever had! My friend ordered the same and got the Goatsnake to go, which he said he devoured late into the night and it was incredible. Was awesome to get a taste of Indy ambiance and the metal theme was great.

We enjoyed sitting outside and getting a breeze. There were a lot of people with their dogs so it made it even more enjoyable!

Best burgers on the planet? That would be a no for me. They were packed on a Saturday night so I had high expectations. Servers were great and clearly doing their best. The food however did not deliver. The burgers were cold, pretzel buns for all burgers is not the move (in my humble opinion) and were cold/hard. Flavor was just not there and the patties were super dense. The only saving grace were the fries that weren't even that great but when compared to the burger were the only thing I really wanted to keep eating. Music inside is LOUD so be prepared for that if you want to have a conversation with the people at your table. All in all I just expected more and was left disappointed.

First time visiting and it was great. I had the buffalo Mac, wife had chicken sandwich and friends had burgers.The service was great, portions huge, drink menus was large and I enjoyed the pub environment! Definitely a place to visit but bring your appetite as you will not go hungry!

If you're heading to Kuma's Corner, be prepared for loud rock and metal music, it's part of the full experience! I ordered the famous Kuma burger with fries and added a side of mac & cheese. The food was absolutely delicious and full of flavor. The burger lived up to the hype, but the real standout for me was the mac & cheese, so good that it's now a must order every time I go! Service was great too, friendly, quick, and attentive. Definitely a spot to check out if you love bold flavors and a lively atmosphere!

Hit this place up for the first time and I know it won't be the last. The burger and fries were delicious. Juicy burger, a little thick for me but not a major issue, crispy fries. I sat outside due to the extreme loud music inside, reason for the reduction if a star. I understand this is a rock themed place but I prefer my hearing not be damaged while enjoying my lunch :). Staff were very friendly and helpful to my questions. I really liked that they bring their credit card processor to the table so my card never leaves my hand.

If you want a very unique and different burger/sandwich and ABSOLUTELY love it, Kuma's is the place to go! The best thing about this place is that it's nothing like anywhere else, from their drinks, to their specials that change monthly, to the merchandise they sell! I love it all! I had no idea what to expect from the Sourvein burger considering it had chicken and waffles on it, but I knew it was going to be delicious! (Hence my face lol) My wife's Mac & Cheese was delicious as well and it was HUGE (this was only the small)!

It has been a while since we have been here but it is still just as good as the first time if not better. We came on a Thursday around 3 pm and it was not busy at all. The music level was fine and we were greeted and seated right away. My son and I both had the Kuma burger and they were both cooked to perfection and Huge! I ordered a side of small mac and cheese. It came in a large serving bowl and was delicious! I can't imagine what the large size looks like! My husband had the Black Sabbath and he really enjoyed it. My daughter had the Mac and cheese with chicken and a side order of fries. We were stuffed! We always look forward to coming here and I definitely know we will return.

2024...back again and it's definitely in my Top Three of burgers I've ever had. The Led Zeppelin Burger alone is thick and juicy and then add on the AppleSmoked Bacon, the Pulled Pork, cheddar and pickles...you've got perfection add the excellent service, and some hard hitting metal music for the icing on the cake.

The buns suck so bad! Consistently hard, dry rocks. Ruins the burger. .......................................

Met some friends here for dinner on Friday night. We were greeted quickly, and got to order not too long after sitting down. The place was picking up around the time we got there, so it got a little bit loud. The place felt nice and clean. I had the neurosis burger with no mushrooms. I ordered the burger medium well, and it was cooked that way. The burger was pretty thick- as I would expect for a $19 burger (with side). The fries were crunchy. The veggies were fresh. My only complaint was the server didn't come around much when we got our food and I could have went for some more ketchup- always hate it when ketchup isn't on the table and I'm limited. Overall, great experience and eager to come back and try some new burgers.

I've had this place on my list to try for awhile and happened to be nearby running errands so my brother and I stopped in. The vibe is pretty cool and the service was fantastic. We were greeted right away and got our food so quickly. The menu is 90% burgers so just go for that. I ordered the Hatebeak chicken sandwich and wished I got a burger. The burger of the month was a Thanksgiving turkey burger with stuffing and cranberry sauce. Everything sounded so good so it was hard to choose. The chicken sandwich was good but soo huge and so messy to eat. The fried pickles appetizer was delicious.

I've been to Kuma's many times, but this is my first time since joining Yelp! Everyone enjoyed their food, but it took 30+ minutes to get. I'll always return because I know what to expect! This was also my first time trying their burgers and WOW! So good!

food was SO YUMMY. iron maiden burger and led zeppelin burger were 9/10. only change i would make is for them to be smaller because they were really hard to eat. servers were very nice but hostess sat us in the bar area without carding us, so we had to move once we were seated and approached by our waitress, which was embarrassing. other than that, i would definitely come back!

Trip hazard coming in with the hardwood floors swollen up. AC broken so it was hot and there were flies all over. Service was good. Harlan was attentive and explained the menu items we had questions about. The burger was good, but not "$20 for a burger" good especially eating it in a humid, sticky place with the huge vents overhead dripping water onto the floor. The burgers were not spectacular enough to return but I can see why a lot of people love the place. Just wasn't my vibe.

If you are looking for a burger place that has thick patties and interesting toppings - look no further than Kuma's! This heavy metal themed restaurant has great burgers, sandwiches, and Mac and cheese. Sit outside on nice days and have a pick from a variety of beers as well! Service is usually decent, but be prepared for loud heavy metal music.

The burger was horrible and the bun was completely burnt on the bottom. Over an hour-long wait to be seated and the waiter was impolite from the start. Besides the "industrial" atmosphere this spot is awful - I wouldn't recommend coming here.

Ate at Kuma for the first time in 1 1/2 - 2 years and we're sorry we visited. My husband and I both ordered burgers cooked at medium. In the past burgers were usually very pink to red at medium rare so we ordered at Medium, partly due the waitress's recommendation and the menu stated medium would have some pink throughout the burger. Burgers came and my burger had a small amount of pink but not as described in my opinion. The fries had been changed from their delicious hand cut fries to a fry found in many restaurants. The fries were not done inside. My pretzel bun was too thick and totally cold. I used to love their pretzel buns but it was terrible. Waitress offered to return burgers to the kitchen and try again. We both said yes and were hopeful of improvement. My second burger had no pink and was more done than the first burger. I tore my burger apart looking for pink and didn't find any. My husband thought the second burger was a little better. Fries were still bad inside and buns were cold. They offered to remake it a third time but it wasn't worth it to me. The Manager comped our meal and we tipped our waitress who shared things have declined since the current owner took over. Based on this visit, I won't be returning anymore which is sad since I've always told people Kuma had the best burgers in town.

The ambiance at Kumas is always good. I like the layout of the space and the decor. Wish the music was louder like in Chicago. I compared this visit with my multiple visits to the original Chicago location, and while it was ok in Indy, it was just ok in comparison. The service at the bar was good and friendly, but the food took forever to come out, over 40 min. The food was good, the burger was a little more done than I like but was seasoned well. It was like a 3.5/5 experience, but I will round up to 4.

Me and a buddy went around noon-ish, so it wasn't busy at all. Our server was energetic, casual, and helpful and the people cooking seemed like they knew what they were doing and did it with care. The food was great, if a bit unwieldy- and they have a really robust alcohol menu; though, we didn't order any drinks during this visit. Not to mention, the decor was awesome. So many cool bands and groups shown on the walls of the place with some good music. Just keep in mind that this is a "metal music" themed establishment, so you may see some stuff that's "not very Christian-like"

I remember the burgers being better last time. The pretzel buns are dry and institutional tasting, not soft and forgiving like a good fresh bun. I ordered medium rare and my burger was medium. Very dense burger, like the meat was handled too much. Like a hockey puck! You can't afford misses like this when you're known for your burgers! Portions were large. Our waiter was great. Attentive, knowledgeable and friendly.

The food here was great! The burgers were VERY big portion sizes, cooked at the perfect temp/doneness, and juicy. The fries were good, not too salty (which I like!), and our waitress was bubbly and wonderfully authentic. We sat on the porch since it was a warm evening and enjoyed our time.

I've been to Kuma's several times since it opened in the ever-developing fountain square area. Today after stopping for down the street for a quick nail clip for the doggo, we decided to treat ourselves with an afternoon burger. As usual the food was good. I order the 'sour vein' burger, which is actually a tasty piece of chicken atop a hefty burger patty with bacon and waffles to boot. I subbed a house salad as I was already carbing it up with the burger and a couple beers. Though the burger really was delicious, it had less flavor than the description might suggest. I didn't really taste the raspberry aioli, which is what sold me on the dish to begin with. Still, very yummy anyway. The prices have risen steadily, and do seem excessive (much like the housing in the area I suppose). I will say that at least the portions are adequate- you do get a big burger, and the salad substitute was almost large enough to justify its 5$ up charge. What earns Kuma an extra star in my book was the dog friendly attitude and staff. They were happy to sit my pitty and I on the patio, and fired up the overhead heaters so that we would be nice and toasty. The bartender even brought my lady friend (peanut the pit bull) a bowl of water for her to lap at while I ate. Peanut gives the piece of waffle I let her try an A++. Overall, very cool staff, good food, fun metal atmosphere, a tad pricey for a burger spot (20$ burgers are a hard sell under any circumstance).

I love this place so much every time we go. My husband always gets their insane burgers of the month. My go to is the one with taziki and Kalamata olives (forget the name). This is a must try in indy. They have a substitute for meat so that you can enjoy the goodness veggie style. You won't get better burgers anywhere else! Peep the one that had spring rolls on it! Lol

This is a neat heavy metal restaurant/bar with a dizzying selection of gourmet burgers. Comes for the tunes and the ground beef (they also have chicken and vegan patties).

Good portion sizes and good selection of beers. We're in! Service was a bit slow but hey that's the new trend!

My husband loves this place. It is a heavy metal themed burger restaurant. The staff was super friendly and informative. The burgers were massive in the best way. They have their own parking lot across the street. They also have a lot of options to do beef, chicken, or even black beans. We would definitely recommend. We came for my husbands bir

bad service, weird budtender with tweak energy. the adopt a dog wall was very cute. the guy that took our IDs was nice

This spot is on the corner (as the name indicates) and I've passed it plenty of times but only now gone in to try it. When you walk in it seems more like a bar or pub as the music is rather loud and the bar seats are right by the door. They do have extensive outdoor seating though so if you have children or want a bit less music you can sit outside (which is what we did). The hostess and our waitress were super chill, so I got the feeling of slowing down or just going with the flow. If you want super fast service or high energy this might not be the place, but if you want good food and an interesting vibe it is perfect! The menu is clever in that all the burgers are named after bands and have very interesting flavor combinations. They don't have gluten free options but they have some vegan options which is nice. I tried the house made black bean burger which I got on the Homewrecker (their combo from the menu). It was a bit spicier than I imagined but had great texture, flavor and an amazing combo of tastes. My friend said her burger was delicious and she hardly stopped eating until it was gone which is indeed a good sign! I would love to try their Mac n cheese (just curious) as I saw many people got that option, but they also have salads and sandwiches. Their beer and alcohol options were also vast, and the cider my friend got was delicious she told me. Good to know! All in all a fun spot to check out.

My brother and his wife like coming here for lunch as it's near her work, and she has a limited lunch break. It was wonderful to stop by this metal bar he kept raving about for our last meal in Indy, not knowing that it was a metal/rock theme. We were a late-lunch crowd so there were only a few occupied tables. We decided to sit outside since it was sunny and 60s (weird for a fall Indy day). I'd say their service is fairly chill/relaxed which didn't bode well for us in a time-crunch- nice people though. We made it work! I loved the metal music... my mom not so much. It's not that bad IMO when you sit outside though. Really great burgers (with hella cool names) but I'm wondering why the Phoenix prices in Fountain Square Indianapolis? Another good stop to remember for my next trip back to Indy that hopefully involves one of their evening special events and some tasters off that nice-looking bourbon menu.

It had been a realllly long time since I'd eaten at Kuma's but when I took an out of town friend for dinner over the weekend, we were definitely not disappointed. Don't come here if you're looking for quiet and intimate--know that you're going to a place that's known as a metal burger bar. It's definitely not quiet but it is really fun, and even though it can get pretty busy, it's a nice crowd and all the bartenders and servers are really cool and friendly. First of all, let me just say DO NOT SKIP THE FRIED PICKLES. Hands down, far and away the best I've ever had! However they're battered, it's magic, and the dipping sauce is also great. Another thing to love about Kuma's is that there's a great variety of options available for vegetarians--and if you too haven't been for a while, now you even have a choice between the house made vegan black bean patty and a beyond burger. From experience, I know that if you order anything vegetarian, they will make sure there's nothing else on the burger that you can't eat. They take it seriously and don't take any short cuts. This time, my boyfriend and I split a vegetarian Iron Maiden burger and mac and cheese. They also have a totally vegan burger on the menu and lots of vegan sauce options. I don't know why, but I dream about the pretzel bun. It would be a shame if I didn't mention the full bar. There is a really good, unique cocktail menu and they have a few spirits on tap--they're never out of Malort, for all the Chicago stans who claim it isn't the most disgusting thing you could ever put in your mouth... just kidding, kinda ;) There's also a great rotating draft menu, with many local options, and usually at least one cider as a gluten free option. They have a ton of other drinks in the fridge, too, from CBD soda to white claw.

Heavy Metal burger joint. Great service. Lots of room. The burgers are absolutely huge so come hungry. I rotate between getting them with a bun and without a bun. Last time I got the Sourvein and it was sooooo good. Just ordered the special which sounds like a Italian pa situation. Highly recommend

We've been several times and have had great experiences with each visit. The burgers (and the portions in general) are generous, so bring an appetite with you. The staff has always been friendly, but the atmosphere may be a bit jarring depending on your musical taste.

There's nothing boring about Kuma's! And if you're craving a juicy burger, this is the place to go! You won't find a plain hamburger on the menu. How about one topped with a fried egg? Or a jalapeño popper? Maybe Belgian waffle strips with a maple syrup drizzle? Don't feel like a burger? No worries! Kuma's has chicken sandwiches , salads and a pulled pork sandwich called the Pig Destroyer that I've had on more than one occasion, and it's delicious! On this visit, my husband and I shared the Buffalo Chicken Mac. It was cheesy and creamy with flavorful bites of Buffalo chicken and blue cheese. And the portion is massive, which means leftovers! There's a decent draft list with several beers from local breweries. If beer's not your thing, there's a full bar. Be careful about asking for recommendations, though! You'll likely get one for Malört. You don't have to like loud heavy metal to enjoy yourself here, but it doesn't hurt! Give Kuma's a try. This is not your standard burger.

Burgers, Beers, Whiskey, and Metal. This place rocks (no pun intended). I'd say that the price reflects how much food you're getting service was very fast during lunchtime. Probably one of the most unique spots I've been to in a while.

Extremely overpriced for cardboard fries and a stale bun. Service was also very slow. Disappointing for a burger that costs almost $20.

Took my daughter here on a college visit. Good food...good service just like the one in Chicago. Definitely worth a return trip.