Juniper on Main – American
Juniper on Main captures the soulful spirit of the Lowcountry, inviting guests into a sun-drenched space where modern Southern hospitality takes center stage. The kitchen turns out elevated comfort classics, from golden-fried green tomatoes and zesty crab cakes to colorful flights of deviled eggs that pop with flavor. It is a vibrant neighborhood anchor where the aroma of warm cornbread and the rich indulgence of hot pimiento cheese create a dining experience that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly new.
1st Avenue Northeast, Carmel, Indiana 46032 https://www.juniperonmain.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the exceptional seafood and high-quality menu items that span from appetizers to main courses, noting that every dish is prepared to an excellent standard. Celebrated for its relaxed vibe and professional service, guests consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere and recommend making a reservation to fully enjoy the experience. Standout dishes include the fresh seafood selections, which reviewers highlight for their quality and flavor within a warm, inviting setting.
Menu
Appetizers & Shareables
- Fried Green Tomatoes - $14: Preserved Lemon Aioli, Spiced Green Tomato Jam, Arugula Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cornbread Basket - $11: Buttermilk Cornbread, Whipped Honey Butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Lowcountry Crab Cakes - $21: Lemon Aioli, Citrus Dressed Greens Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flight of Deviled Eggs - $13.5: Creatively prepared daily Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Daffin Park Dirty Fries - $13.5: Cajun dusted Fries, Hot Pimiento Cheese, Bacon, Ranch Drizzle, Scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab & Artichoke Dip - $16: Parmesan Baked, Scallions, served with Crispy Naan Bread Points Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Nachos - $18: Cola BBQ, Pulled Pork, Hot Pimiento Cheese, Sweet Corn and Fresh Basil Salsa, Tomato, Pickled Red Onion Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Summer Fruit Caprese - $15: Seasonal Fruit, Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Balsamic & Olive Oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Pimiento Cheese Dip - $13.5: Served with Grilled Naan Points Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts - $14: Rosemary Vinaigrette, Toasted Pecans, Dried Cranberries, Balsamic Glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Greens
- Soup of the Day (Cup) - $9: Freshly prepared daily Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day (Bowl) - $12: Freshly prepared daily Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Forsyth Fig Salad - $19: Sweet Tea Brined Chicken, Goat Cheese & Honey Fritters, Dried Cranberry, Seasonal Berries, Pecans, Sunflower Seeds, Balsamic Glaze, Arugula, Red Onion Marmalade, Rosemary Fig Balsamic Dressing Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Telfair Cobb Salad - $19: Sweet Tea Brined Chicken, Sweet Corn & Fresh Basil Salsa, Tomato, Arugula, Romaine, Deviled Egg, Bacon, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Cornbread Croutons, Scallions, Fresh Herb Ranch Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- St. Simons Salmon Salad - $22: Grilled Salmon, Pineapple Salsa, Georgia Peanut Sauce, Sweet Chili Sauce, Pecans, Pickled Red Onion, Cilantro, Lime, Arugula, Citrus Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $9: Arugula, Goat Cheese, Dried Cranberries, Sunflower Seeds, Citrus Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Salad - $9: Fresh Sweet Corn and Basil Salsa, Tomato, Cucumber, Cheddar, Cornbread Croutons, Romaine, Arugula, Fresh Herb Ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Savannah Style Shrimp & Grits (Lunch) - $21: Cola BBQ, Jumbo Shrimp, Smoked Sausage, Heirloom Cheese Grits, Caramelized Sweet Onion and Peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Savannah Style Shrimp & Grits (Dinner) - $27: Cola BBQ, Jumbo Shrimp, Smoked Sausage, Heirloom Cheese Grits, Caramelized Sweet Onion and Peppers Available at: dinner
- Charleston Style Shrimp & Grits (Lunch) - $22: Smoked Sausage, Jumbo Shrimp, Caramelized Sweet Onion and Peppers, Heirloom Cheese Grits, Cream Sherry Sauce, Fried Egg Available at: brunch, lunch
- Charleston Style Shrimp & Grits (Dinner) - $28: Smoked Sausage, Jumbo Shrimp, Caramelized Sweet Onion and Peppers, Heirloom Cheese Grits, Cream Sherry Sauce, Fried Egg Available at: dinner
- Grilled Salmon with Chili Lime Butter - $27: Coconut Rice with Citrus Black Beans, Asparagus, Pickled Red Onion, Sweet Plantains, Cilantro Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Blackened Catfish - $25: Garlic Sauteed Okra, Heirloom Cheese Grits, Pickled Red Onion, Remoulade Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Tarragon Grilled Chicken - $26: Stuffed Chicken Breast with Goat Cheese, Fresh Basil, Roasted Red Peppers, Lemon Tarragon Creme Sauce, Mashed Red Potatoes, Asparagus Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Platter - $24: Fresh Battered Buttermilk Chicken Tenders, Hot Honey, Smokey Collard Greens, Mashed Red Potatoes with Stout Gravy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bone-In Smoked Pork Chop - $26: Smoked Pork, Peach & Apple Chutney, Mashed Red Potatoes with Stout Gravy, Sauteed Green Beans Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peach Glazed Salmon - $26: Peach Balsamic Glaze, Mashed Red Potatoes, Collard Greens Available at: dinner, lunch
- Low Country Boil - $26: Shrimp, Smoked Sausage, Boiled Red Potatoes, Old Bay Broth and Butter, Fresh Corn Cob, Coleslaw, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mae Mae’s Meatloaf - $25: Brown Sugar and Ketchup Glaze, Mashed Red Potatoes, Sauteed Southern Vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
- Local Stout Glazed Short Ribs - $38: Juniper Berry Stout Gravy, Heirloom Cheese Grits, Garlic Sautéed Okra Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Ribeye Chimichurri - $40: 10 oz. Eye of Ribeye, Fresh Herb Chimichurri, Mashed Red Potatoes, Sauteed Asparagus Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brandy-Peppercorn Filet - $42: 7 oz. Beef Filet, Brandy-Peppercorn Mushroom Cream Sauce, Mashed Red Potatoes, Asparagus Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches & Tacos
- Chicken Salad Sandwich - $14.95: Sweet Tea Brined Chicken, Pecans, Grapes, Romaine, Texas Toast Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich - $15.95: Cola BBQ, Creamy Coleslaw, Pickled Red Onion, Brioche Bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Moon River Burger - $16.95: Fischer Farm Beef, Pimiento Cheese, Fontina, Bacon Jam, Pickled Red Onion, Romaine, Brioche Bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Rangoon Tacos - $18: House Crab Cake, Scallion Cream Cheese, Sweet Chili Sauce, Cucumber, Cabbage, Pickled Red Onion Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Citrus Shrimp Tacos - $17: Pineapple Salsa, Lemon Aioli, Cabbage, Pickled Red Onion Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta & Mac
- Bay Street Pasta - $27: Blackened Shrimp, Salmon or Filet tips with Smoked Sausage, Caramelized Sweet Onion and Peppers, Parmesan Cream Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Carolina Mac - $17.95: Cola BBQ Pulled Pork, Pickled Red Onion, Creamy Coleslaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Mac - $17.95: Sweet Tea Brined Chicken, Blue Cheese Crumbles, Buffalo Hot Sauce, Scallions, Celery, Herb Ranch Drizzle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Magnolia Mac - $16.95: Goat Cheese, Dried Cranberry, Toasted Pecans, Red Onion Marmalade Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Sautéed Garlic Okra - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Marsh Hen Mill Heirloom Cheese Grits - $6 Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Smokey Collard Greens with Bacon - $6 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Creamy Coleslaw - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Hummingbird Cake - $9: Carrot cake style with Cream Cheese Frosting, Crushed Pineapple, Pecans, Coconut, Banana, Grilled Pineapple Relish Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Key Lime Pie - $8: Authentic southern coastal delight
Frequently Asked Questions about Juniper on Main
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, dairy-free, paleo, mediterranean, and high-protein options across its menu.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include fried green tomatoes, Lowcountry crab cakes, a flight of deviled eggs, hot pimiento cheese dip, and fresh seafood.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Diners rave about the exceptional seafood, high-quality menu items, professional service, and the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere of the restaurant.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include Brussels sprouts, while keto and low-carb choices feature deviled eggs; gluten-free items include Brussels sprouts, deviled eggs, and grilled chicken.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking high-quality Southern comfort food and fresh seafood in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere with professional service would enjoy this restaurant.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Juniper on Main offers a relaxed, casual dining experience with a vibrant neighborhood vibe and professional service at a moderate price.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Juniper on Main is unique for its soulful Lowcountry-inspired atmosphere, elevated Southern comfort classics, and exceptional high-quality seafood selections.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Juniper on Main has an average rating of 4.0/5, with diners consistently praising the high-quality seafood and professional service.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Juniper on Main by visiting their website at https://www.juniperonmain.com for more information.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Juniper on Main offers a vibrant, sun-drenched atmosphere with a relaxed Lowcountry vibe and professional Southern hospitality.
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