Looking to uncover all that Broad Ripple has to offer? Get to know this Indianapolis neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an ice cream shop to a Cuban eatery.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Broad Ripple, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Nicey Treat
Topping the list is Nicey Treat, a spot to score ice cream, fruit pops and more. Located at 916 Westfield Blvd., Suite 120, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 180 reviews on Yelp.
In June, Travel + Leisure magazine named Nicey Treat as Indiana's best ice cream shop, reports theindychannel.com. Colorful popsicles come in both vegan and dairy varieties — think pink lemonade, banana cream and cookie butter. For extra sweetness, get your popsicles chocolate dipped.
2. Taste of Havana Cuban Sandwiches
Next up is Cuban spot Taste of Havana Cuban Sandwiches, which offers sandwiches and coffee and tea, situated at 815 Broad Ripple Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 456 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
The owners hail from Miami, so expect to enjoy an authentic Cuban sandwich on pressed bread in a space with bold colors, laid back vibes and Latin tunes. The menu also offers a veggie platter with barracho beans, white rice and sweet plantains. Guava pastries, coconut flan and Cuban coffee are also on offer.
3. Brics
Brics, a spot to score ice cream, frozen yogurt and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 901 E. 64th St., 4.5 stars out of 336 reviews.
In business since 2010, this spot offers 24 permanent flavors and 12 rotating flavors. The menu features flavors like amaretto cherry, blue moon, grasshopper and chocolate malt supreme. Get a big scoop of your favorite flavor in a cone, waffle bowl or chocolate dripped waffle cone.
4. The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers
The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers, a cafe and traditional American and breakfast and brunch spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 805 Yelp reviews. Head over to 6515 Carrollton Ave. to see for yourself.
The menu features sweet treats like cheesecake, pies, sugar cookies and sipping chocolate as well as homemade soups and quiche.
This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.
