About
Chef Driven, Locally Sourced, Union 50
Union 50 is a chef-driven restaurant & bar located in downtown Indianapolis in the Mass Ave neighborhood.
Our culinary team has created an innovative menu that changes seasonally and features a variety of locally sourced ingredients.
Chef Roman Sandoval Tapia
Executive Chef
Chef Roman Sandoval Tapia offers a fresh, vibrant perspective on the culinary journey, blending richness and creativity in every dish.
Over the years, Chef Dan has owned or operated three successful, award-winning restaurants. His accolades include AAA's Three Diamond Award in 2001, Best New Restaurant in 2004, and Best Small Plates Restaurant in Detroit in 2009. His talent and dedication earned him the opportunity to cook at the prestigious James Beard House in New York City after winning a national competition presented by the James Beard Foundation and the National Mushroom Council. Following that, he competed in the World Food Championships International Chef Challenge in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Chef Dan has had the privilege of cooking for numerous celebrities, including members of the Detroit Red Wings, Bob Seger, Jane Seymour, Danny Glover, John C. McGinley, Jonathan Banks, and Alton Brown. His culinary journey has taken him through the kitchens of Indiana, Michigan, and Colorado, where he has crafted exceptional dishes and mentored culinary students at Colorado Mountain College.
In his free time, Chef Dan finds joy in cooking, playing guitar and singing, watching live music, and fishing with his wife Kelley and their family in Indianapolis, Indiana. A truly multifaceted individual, Chef Dan Nichols continues to inspire and delight with his culinary artistry and passion for bringing people together through food.