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Apocalypse Burger
BURGERS The Patachou crew repurposed its shutt ered Crispy Bird location into this modernday diner. The focus is on a handful of smashburger variations and clever greasy-spoon sides like Old Major bacon–loaded fries and blocks of fried macaroni and cheese. Originally conceived as a carryout-only COVID pivot, the concept has evolved to include cocktails and beer buckets served on the patio, as well as a few Sunday-brunch selections. 115 E. 49th St., 317-426-5001, apocalypseburger.com
Baby’s
This playful, family-friendly joint limits its menu to smashburgers, broasted chicken, milkshakes (spiked or not), and cocktails, which means it hits every pulse point for its faithful Herron-Morton clientele. Housed in a former drag-show bar, it also has fun with the building’s artsy legacy—the house burger is called a Strut Burger, and all of the cocktail names come straight from the RuPaul meme factory. Sip a Tongue
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