Indianapolis, IN
Union Sysco workers remain on strike as rippling financial impacts are felt beyond Indianapolis
Meals continues to be rolling out of Sysco’s Indianapolis distribution hub regardless of about 160 union employees placing within the midst of their second week.
Some clients now need to journey – for hours, in some circumstances, from locations like Evansville – to choose up their product in unrefrigerated private automobiles. And some non-union employees are nonetheless making deliveries within the firm’s refrigerated vehicles.
As these employees drive previous, crossing the picket line, union employees inform them to show round, saying “we’d do it for you.” Some name them “scabs.”
Staff say they need higher wages, advantages and shorter hours for drivers. Many, in line with the union, work 14-hour days as a result of their vehicles are overfilled with deliveries.
“They repeatedly need us to work extra hours, do extra repeatedly unsafe operation of kit with the requirements that they’ve on us,” mentioned worker Kenneth Helton. “You’ve got bought drivers on the market 14, 15, 16 hours. Within the warehouse, just about the identical factor. We work two nearly 12 hours day by day. And it is repeatedly working arduous to get the job carried out.”
The strike started due to Sysco’s alleged unwillingness to interact in good religion negotiations with the Teamsters.
“That is the primary time since I have been right here that we have ever needed to go on strike,” Helton mentioned. “They’ve all the time negotiated with the union, and this time they only do not wish to do it.”
Helton has labored 26 years for Sysco, first as a driver and now, within the warehouse.
In statements, Sysco has turned accusations of bad-faith negotiations round on union leaders, saying their “unreasonable calls for” are chargeable for contract talks stalling out. The corporate claimed its proposed contract supplied the union’s employees “top-of-market wages, decrease well being care prices and extra trip.”
“Sysco Indianapolis has carried out its contingency plans to shortly ramp up operations to serve our clients regardless of the Teamsters management’s actions to disrupt deliveries to hospitals, nursing properties, faculties and native small companies,” mentioned a Sysco spokesperson in a press release. “Sysco Indianapolis has additionally filed an unfair labor apply (ULP) cost with the Nationwide Labor Relations Board contesting Native 135’s dangerous religion bargaining actions.”
The union has filed its personal ULP fees with the NLRB in opposition to Sysco. And leaders dispute that contract calls for come from them slightly than their members. Indiana Public Broadcasting requested paperwork associated to those fees through the Freedom of Data Act early final week, however the company has but to share them.
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Union employees and leaders mentioned they consider meals could also be being dealt with improperly throughout the strike and shouldn’t be getting delivered, significantly in unrefrigerated automobiles. The union’s president mentioned he referred to as the well being division over it.
In a written assertion, a spokesperson for the Indiana Division of Well being mentioned officers visited the power final week “and located no irregularities.”
In a separate assertion, a Sysco spokesperson mentioned clients “take accountability for product on decide up and are suggested they need to make the most of applicable means to maintain product at meals protected temperatures.”
The Teamsters Native 135 strike in Indianapolis started at 9 p.m. on Sunday, March 29.
The next morning, Teamsters in close by Louisville, Kentucky additionally began placing in opposition to Sysco for their very own, comparable causes. A couple of days later, a number of California Teamster locals walked out of Sysco amenities there in solidarity. In complete, nearly 1,000 Teamsters have gone on strike on the firm, in line with the Teamsters Worldwide Union.
“We’re going to do every little thing and something we will to guard our individuals,” mentioned Native 135 President Dustin Roach. “And if which means inflicting full chaos within the Sysco system, we’ll try this.”
Negotiations stay stalled out as of Tuesday, in line with the union.
“half-hour away from right here is US Meals, we symbolize a pair 100 members of US Meals,” Roach mentioned. “Sysco is their primary competitor, Sysco makes billions greater than US meals. And so they’re wanting our staff, our members to do the identical work for much less cash.”
Final Friday, Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett visited the picket line.
“As I mentioned to those that are on strike right here, an honest wage just isn’t asking an excessive amount of, good advantages is rarely asking an excessive amount of,” Hogsett mentioned. “I belief the union management and that they arrive to the desk in good religion for respectable wages and good advantages. And that is what I hope the corporate will acknowledge.”
When requested about how the strike has affected town’s companies and organizations, like faculties, that depend on Sysco’s meals deliveries, Hogsett mentioned the influence has been “minimal” up to now.
“Candidly, the longer it goes, the extra influence it is going to have,” he mentioned. “In order that’s why I am right here at this time, hoping that we will get this resolved sooner slightly than later.”
Adam is our labor and employment reporter. Contact him at arayes@wvpe.org or observe him on Twitter at @arayesIPB.
INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis event promoter Teddrick Hardy is disappointed that violence has become prevalent in the Circle City.
“It’s very frustrating because I’m going to like my eleventh year in promoting and myself, alongside other promoters, put a lot of work in having successful, safe and joyful events,” Hardy said.
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Over the past couple of months, WRTV has reported on numerous parties and gatherings that have been held illegally or without proper permits.
In some cases, these events have ended in violence.
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“Our goal is to gather groups of people to come and see these establishments to spend money, to bring their friends out to celebrate,” Hardy explained.
Now, promoters like Hardy are learning from various Indianapolis government agencies to ensure events can continue in a safe manner.
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On Wednesday, these agencies hosted an ask the officials event aimed at answering promoters questions on how to properly organize and operate events.
“We all want safe events,” IMPD Deputy Chief Kendale Adams said. “We all want people to come and have a good time. It’s a part of what I did when I was young, and it’s important that we educate promoters on what that looks like.”
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Hardy is hopeful the event will lead to safer events being held in Indianapolis.
“I want to see Indianapolis become a better place,” he said.
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The full Ask the Officials meeting can be viewed here.
Indianapolis, IN
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse to open Indiana location this week. What to know
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A high-end steakhouse with a name that’s a mouthful is making its debut in Indiana.
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse will open in downtown Indianapolis at 14 W. Maryland St. on Aug. 2, serving hand-cut steaks and fresh seafood.
It’s the first traditional steakhouse chain operation to open in downtown Indy since Tony’s landed at 110 W. Washington St. in 2018.
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Who owns Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse?
The Houston-based brand was founded in 1981 with the first Del Frisco’s opening in Louisville, Kentucky.
Since 2019, Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse has been owned by Landy’s Inc., which also operates Mastro’s, Morton’s The Steakhouse and The Oceanaire Seafood Room fine dining chains; Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., Joe’s Crab Shack and McCormick & Schmick’s casual restaurants; various hotels and Golden Nugget casinos.
Other Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse restaurants are in Atlanta, Georgia; Boston, Maryland; Charlotte, North Carolina; Dallas, Texas; Denver, Colorado; Fort Worth, Texas; Houston, Texas; Las Vegas, Nevada; Los Angeles, California; New York, New York; Orlando, Florida; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Plano, Texas; San Diego, California; and Washington, D.C.
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Management is Indiana grown
Alan Forman is general manager at the Indianapolis restaurant.
He grew up in Middletown, Indiana, and worked at The Oceanaire Seafood Room in Indianapolis, as well as local Olive Garden restaurants and Morton’s The Steakhouse in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Del Frisco’s steaks and butter cake
Del Friso’s specializes in USDA Prime beef, so expect the likes of 45-day, 16-ounce dry-aged Prime ribeye ($90); 32-ounce Tomahawk ($130); and three-ounce Japanese A5 Wagyu steaks ($80).
Its signature dessert is a butter cake served warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream and caramel sauce ($14).
Drinks at the Del Frisco’s in Indianapolis
The wine list is huge, with 700 selections to start.
A bar on the first floor, hosting live music, has a shelf dedicated to bourbon and one that is filled with tequila.
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Dining space is over two floors
Total seating at the restaurant is 204, including 34 seats on the patio.
The main dining room is on the second floor, accessible via stairs or elevator. Private dining areas are available.
Each Del Frisco’s is decorated to reflect its host city. At the Indianapolis restaurant, the design is industrial and the art is racing themed.
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Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse dress code
An upscale dress code is enforced at Del Frisco’s.
No:
- Beachwear
- Gym attire, including sweatpants, sweatshirts or hoodies
- Athletic apparel
- Jerseys
- Hats
- Beanies
- Bandanas
- Ball caps
- Oversized, baggy clothing
- Tank tops
- Sleeveless shirts
- Excessively revealing clothing
- Clothing with offensive language
- Clothing emitting offensive odors
Does Del Frisco’s deliver?
Delivery from the Indianapolis restaurant will be available through third-party services 30-60 days after the opening, management said.
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse Indianapolis hours
Del Frisco’s, Double Eagle Steakhouse, 14 W. Maryland, will operate Monday through Saturday 4-10 p.m., and Sunday 4-9 p.m. On Sept. 2, hours are 4-9 p.m.
The restaurant will be open 365 days a year, and will host private events during lunch hours.
Contact IndyStar reporter Cheryl V. Jackson at cheryl.jackson@indystar.com or 317-444-6264. Follow her on X.com:@cherylvjackson.
August’s arrival marks the end of summer vacation and the start of a new school year. The ever-churning cycle of endings and beginnings is nothing new to Indy’s dining scene, which welcomed a fresh crop of eateries while saying good-bye to others last month.
For the third consecutive month, a beloved neighborhood spot said farewell after a 20-plus-year run. Meanwhile, regional chains expanded throughout the Circle City and the North Perry neighborhood received an infusion of Filipino flavor. Here are the restaurants that came and went in July — plus one to kick off August.
Restaurants that opened in July
Mambo’s Cheesesteak Grill, Salesforce Tower
111 Monument Circle Suite 120, mamboscheesesteakgrill.com, opened July 9
While the closure of City Market shuttered the original Mambo’s, the cheesesteak outfit has maintained booths at Gainbridge Fieldhouse and The AMP at 16 Tech. Last week it opened a new brick-and-mortar location in Salesforce Tower. Situated next to the recently closed Yolk location, Mambo’s brings its renowned cheesesteaks and other sandwiches to the corner of Pennsylvania and Ohio streets.
His Place Eatery
1411 W. 86th St., (317) 7990-3406, hisplaceeatery.com, opened July 10
The popular Arlington Woods soul food spot opened its second location at the corner of Ditch Road and West 86th Street in St. Vincent-Greenbriar. The menu at His Place is stuffed with smoked meats, fried fish and classic comfort foods like macaroni and cheese, candied yams and mashed potatoes.
Kyuramen x TBaar Mass Ave
530 Massachusetts Ave., (317) 961-8888, kyuramen.com, opened July 10
Kyuramen, a New York-based chain with nearly 40 locations nationally, opened its first Indiana restaurant on Mass Ave. The Japanese-American eatery sells ramen, omurice and tempura among other Asian-inspired dishes. Joining Kyruamen in the space is TBaar, a bubble tea chain with over 40 United States locations.
Yollie’s Filipino American Kitchen
4141 S. East St., (317) 455-5123, yolliekitchen.com, opened July 23
The flagship restaurant of Indianapolis’ Philippine Cultural Community Center, Yollie’s brings traditional Filipino flavors to the Circle City. Dishes like tangy chicken adobo, peanut butter-stewed kare kare and banana blossoms in coconut milk offer familiar flavors to Hoosier Filipinos and a chance for others try something new.
Wing Zone on Keystone
5527 N. Keystone Ave., (317) 419-3604, wingzone.com, opened July 24
The Gainesville, Florida-based chicken joint opened its first Indiana location on Keystone Avenue in Millersville. Wing Zone, which sells fried chicken, sandwiches and salads in addition to wings, has nearly 30 locations nationwide.
Java House, Simon Building
225 W. Washington St., javahouse.com, opened July 25
The Carmel-based coffee shop’s twelfth café opened on the ground floor of the Simon Building. Java House offers a variety of sweet signature lattes alongside juice, lemonade, tea, black coffee and select food items.
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California Burger
2831 E. 38th St., (317) 426-3021, californiaburgerinc.com
Speedway-based California Burger’s third location opened in the Meadows neighborhood Aug. 1, serving free ice cream cones for its first six hours of operation. The smashed-patty purveyor also has a location in Castleton, which opened in summer 2021.
Restaurants that closed in July
MOTW Coffee Castleton
6706 E. 82nd St., closed early July
Carmel-based MOTW (Muslims of the World) Coffee announced the closure of its Castleton location with a note posted to the shop’s front door. The note from the MOTW staff attributed the closure to the end of the store’s lease and said the location would move to Illinois. On June 23, MOTW announced on Facebook the opening of its Naperville, Illinois location, the chain’s second in the Prairie State. MOTW still has three Indiana locations: Eagledale, Fishers and Carmel.
Rene’s Bakery
6524 Cornell Ave, closed July 14
After more than 20 years in Broad Ripple, this beloved bakery announced it “will most likely be closed indefinitely” amid owner Albert Rene Trevino’s ongoing health concerns. Rene’s opened on Cornell Avenue in 2004 and sold a variety of pastries while amassing a loyal customer base throughout its neighborhood and beyond. That community showed out in full force when Trevino’s daughter Olivia launched a GoFundMe to help pay for her father’s medical bills — the fundraiser has netted more than $85,000.
Full story: Rene’s Bakery ‘most likely’ closed after 20 years
Did we miss an opening or closing in your neighborhood? Contactdining reporter Bradley Hohulin at bhohulin@indystar.com. You can follow him on Twitter/X @bradleyhohulin.
This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Indianapolis-area restaurants that opened and closed in July 2024
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