Indianapolis, IN
Workingman's Friend
🍔Cheeseburgers · Indianapolis, IN
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Workingman's Friend
Indianapolis, IN
Workingman's Friend has been serving burgers on West Washington since 1918. Cash only, no frills, hand-pattied beef on a flattop. This is what a burger is supposed to be.
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