Upland Carmel Tap House

Bloomington’s Upland Brewery gives its casual-dining experience some Carmel upgrades. Start with a plate of hummus and the $8.95 beer sampler—a lazy Susan of seven half-pint pours. Hulking, juicy burgers are made of Fischer Farms beef or locally sourced buffalo and are as expertly cooked as the nightly Farm to Table steak. Vegetarians get plenty of love, with options such as a meatless breaded tenderloin as tasty as the State Fair original. Lunch and dinner daily.