The Foundry Room

The Foundry Room: Elevated Southern cuisine in downtown Evansville

The Foundry Room is a restaurant and bar located in downtown Evansville, Indiana. Its offering is defined as elevated Southern cuisine, with dishes made from scratch and craft cocktails, in a space that pays homage to the city's industrial past. The establishment presents itself as a gathering place that combines food, conversation, and memorable evenings.

A cuisine inspired by Evansville's industrial legacy

The company ties its identity to the city's history: in the mid-to-late 1800s, Evansville's foundries transformed iron into essential elements. The Foundry Room carries that tradition forward and brings it into its kitchen, which it describes as its own forge, and to its tables, conceived as gathering points. The venue is located on a downtown corner that, according to its story, has been a gathering place for generations, from public parks to the iconic Executive Inn.

Food and bar offerings

The menu combines river traditions with fire techniques and Southern flavors. Featured offerings include the house fried chicken, blackened catfish, expertly prepared steaks, smoked wings, and elevated cocktails. The offering is completed by a dinner menu and a selection of beverages designed to accompany the experience.

The kitchen team

Executive Chef Brian Reyes brings 16 years of culinary experience. Originally from Los Angeles, he has participated in the opening of several restaurants and applies a creative, from-scratch approach to his Southern-inspired menu. Among his favorite dishes, he mentions the ribeye with fondant potatoes, stroganoff, and blackened catfish with wild rice.

Services and spaces

The restaurant offers breakfast and dinner service, with the possibility of reservations. It also has a bar called Quarry Bar. The company has a subscription form to receive information about specials and events, and maintains sections dedicated to galleries, events, and employment opportunities.

Location and contact

The venue is located at 601 Walnut Street, Evansville, Indiana 47708. The contact phone number is (930)-212-1101.

Location and contact

601 Walnut St, Evansville, IN, US · Phone: (930)-212-1101 · Hours: Breakfast: Monday to Friday 6:00 to 10:00; Saturday and Sunday 7:00 to 11:00. Dinner: Sunday to Thursday 17:00 to 22:00; Friday and Saturday 17:00 to 23:00.