Kolache Factory: East European indulgence with an American twist
The Kolache is a delicious type of pastry so celebrated that annual Kolache Festivals are held in the United States and around the world.
The Kolache originates from the Czech Republic and Slovak region and has now made its way west across the pond to American shores. You won’t be alone if you have never heard of Kolaches, yet here in Indianapolis, we are fortunate enough to boast our own Kolache Factory.
Located at 96th and Allisonville Road, the Kolache Factory has built up its clientele primarily through word of mouth. Nevertheless, this is a perfect place to frequent for breakfast or lunch. Here, every sweet or savory craving is stuffed into a handy sized dough ball and served with perfection. Kolache dough is soft and spongy – not too sweet and not too salty.
The menu is varied. The Sunrise Delights section of the menu is aimed at breakfast lovers. Choices include the Sausage Kolache, the Bacon and Cheddar Cheese Kolache and your choice of a fruit-filled Kolache. For a meal in one, try the Potato, Eggs and Cheese Kolache or even the decadent Chocolate Cream Cheese Kolache.
Don’t forget to ask about their “Kolache of the Month.” A recent daily treat was Strawberry Chocolate Cream Cheese Kolache. Although a little pricier, the Kolache Factory also offers croissants stuffed with ham and Swiss cheese or Italian Chicken.
Order a dozen of your favorite Kolaches and you will score a discount. All Kolaches are baked on the premises and are, according to the restaurant's owners, “portable and perfect.”
As delicious as these are, do yourself a favor and order a variety. One kind of Kolache will never be enough.
HelloIndianapolis Tip: Visit the restaurant’s web site and get birthday coupons! On line ordering is also available.
- by Jim Brown , Indianapolis Reporter for HelloMetro
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Jim Brown Jim Brown is a longtime freelance aviation, travel and destination writer and communications professional. A former reporter for Aviation Daily, Air Safety Week and World Airline News, Jim served for more than 15 years as a senior public relations executive for American Airlines, TWA and AirTran Airways.
