IMS(2008): Indianapolis Dining - A Quick Look

ChaCha Recommended Restaurants in Indy

Note that the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is a few miles west and a little north of Downtown Indy.  Several fast food chains can be found for a quick place to eat, but there are not a lot of recommended places to eat right near the Track.  Click here for a Google Map of restaurants around the Speedway itself.  Most visitors look for food near their accommodations.

Jump to Location:
    Downtown (City Center),
    Westside (Speedway & Airport)
    Northside (Keystone Area)
    Central (Broad Ripple)



Downtown [map]
The "downtown area" is generally considered to be bordered by 23rd St. to the North, College Ave. to the East, South St. to the South, and White River Parkway to the West. The center of downtown Indianapolis is referred to as Monument Circle
 
♦ Steakhouse cuisine
 
St. Elmo's Steakhouse 
47 S. Pennsylvania St. Indianapolis, In 4225
(317)635-0636
100yr old steakhouse. The shrimp cocktail is a Must-Try! 
 
Moe's: A place for Steaks 
47 S Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis IN 46204
(317) 464-0720
Modern steakhouse, amazing food and vast wine selection! 
 
Morton's The Steakhouse 
41 E. Washington St, Indianapolis IN 46204
(317)229-4700
Chicago style with a classic lounge, delicious steak.
 
Italian cuisine
 
Milano Inn
231 S. College Ave Indianapolis IN
(317)264-3585
Scratch kitchen, old school italian food. Must-try local flavor
 
Agio's
635 Massachusetts Ave
(317)488-0359
Amazing food, and 7000+ wines make this a must-see.
 
Palomino
49 W. Maryland St #189
(317)974-0400
In the heart of downtown, fresh Mediterranean cuisine and great drinks 
 
Brewery's and Winery's
 
Alcatraz Brewery
49 W Maryland St # 104
(317)488-1230
California flavor eatery with tapas style. Features handcrafted staple and seasonal beers.
 
Rock Bottom Brewery
10 W Washington St
(317)681-8180
Classic American food in a delightful atmosphere. Phenomenal handcrafted staple and seasonal beers. 
 
The Ram Restaurant and Brewery 
140 S Illinois St
(317)955-9900
Upscale casual restaurant and brewery featuring burgers, steaks, salads, sandwiches and handcrafted beers.
 
Easley Winery 
205 N College Ave
(317)636-4516
Family owned winery, with free tastings daily and weekend winery tours. 
 
Deli cuisine
 
Shapiro's Deli 
808 S. Meridian St Indianapolis IN 46225
(317)631-404
Amazing Kosher Deli Cafeteria. Must try the Reuben.  
 
Crawfords Bakery and Deli 
1609 N. Capitol Ave.
(317)924-2494
Great deli, astounding donuts. Fresh everything. Give it a shot! 
 
Asian cuisine
 
P.F. Changs
49 W. Maryland St., Suite 226
(317)974-5747
Asian Fusion at its best. Classy and Fun! 
  
Mikado Japanese
148 S. Illinois St
(317)972-4180
Authentic Japanese with a matching atmosphere. Delicious!
 
Noodles and Company 
903 Indiana Ave
(317)638-0340
modern, clean, fresh asian flavors any one can enjoy.  
 
Americana cuisine
 
Champps Americana
49 W. Maryland St.
(317)951-0033 
Americana at its best. Variety, quality, and great place for sports and drinks. 
 
Harry and Izzy's 
153 S. Illinois St
(317)635-9594
Modern cuisine, a little of everything, and everything is good! Try it out. 
 
Pizza and Pub cuisine 
 
Bazbeaux Pizza 
334 Massachusetts Ave
(317)636-7662
Indy's own, original, hip, and jazzy pizza parlor sporting 20 foot ceilings and an eclectic decor.
 
Claddaugh Irish Pub
234 S Meridian St
(317)822-6274
Classic pub offerings in a fun, friendly, and exhuberant atmosphere. 
 
Red Eye Cafe 
250 S. Meridian St.
(317)972-1500
Open 24/7. Classic pub food. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also have beer on tap. 
 
♦ Seafood cuisine
 
The Ocenaire Seafood Room
30 South Meridian Street
(317)955-2277
Oceanaire provides the perfect setting to enjoy Ultra-Fresh seafood, flown in daily from around the world.
 
Hot Tuna! 
40 West Jackson Place
(317)634-6664
Fresh fish, extensive wine-list, and unique yet inviting decor mean a great seafood experience. 
 
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant
110 North Illinois St.
(317)631-9500 
30 + varieties of fresh domestic and international fish plus amazing steak options. Enjoy :)
 

Northside [map]
 
Steakhouse cuisine
 
Sullivan's Steakhouse
9419 N. Meridian St
(317)843-1609
Classic Rat-Pack era feel. Steaks, Martinis and Jazz are the way here. 
 
Ruth's Chris Steak House
9445 Threel Road
(317)844-1155
 
Eddie Merlots 
3645 E. 96th Street
(317)846-8303
Prime Steak and amazingly fresh seafood. A north-side Indy staple steakhouse
 
Italian cuisine
 
Buca di Beppo 
6045 East 86th Street
(317)842-8666
Family-Style red-sauce italian. Hard to pass if you have friends joining 
 
Capri 
2602 Ruth Drive
(317)259-4122
Unique and amazing Italian with indoor and outdoor atmosphere to enjoy it in 
 
Bravo! 
8651 Castle Creek Parkway East Dr.
(317)577-2211
Great food, delightful atmosphere, and fresh italian. What could be better? 
 
 
Deli cuisine
 
Lulu's Electric Cafe 
(317)879-1995
Shockingly good cafe and deli set in a vibrant atmosphere. Give it a shot! 
 
Cafe Patachou 
8691 River Crossing Blvd
(317)815-0765
Omelettes, smoked salmon and all types of unique breakfast offerings. 
 
Asian cuisine
 
P.F Changs
8601 Keystone Crossing
(317)815-8773
Classic Asian-Fusion in a classy open setting. The standard for fusion. 
 
Stir Crazy
6020 E. 82nd St. 
(317)845-5600 
Fresh flavored Asian fusion concept with a vibrant atmosphere.
 
Shangai lil 
8505 Keystone Crossing
(317)205-9335
Traditional Chinese cuisine served with class amid dark, minimalist decor.
 
Americana cuisine
 
Champps 
8711 River Crossing Blvd
(317)574-0333
Sports bar Extraordinaire. Tv's, classic food offerings, and great bar specials.
 
96th St. Steakburger
4715 E. 96th St
317-844-6351
Classic fries, natural burgers, and plethora of options. Voted #10 diner  
 
Yats 
8352 E. 96th 
(317)585-1792
Indy's take on Cajun creole. Delicious, affordable, and unique. Must Try! 
 
Mexican cuisine
 
El Torito 
8650 Keystone Crossing
(317)848-5202
Mexican fusion makes it's mark in this high end, vibrant, and contemporary spot.
 
Adobo Grill
4939 E. 82nd St 
(317)915-9990
Authentic Mexican meets weekends of live music and salsa dance action.
 
 La Margarhita
9435 N. Meridian St
(317)848-1457
Authentic Mexican in a no fuss inviting atmosphere.
 
Seafood cuisine
 
Kona Jacks 
9419 N. Meridian St
(317)843-1609
Fresh seafood with a Hawaiian twist. Enjoy while eating in the "down on the dock" setting.
 
Bonefish Grill 
4501 E 82nd St
(317)863-3474
Bonefish Grill offers a variety of eight or more fresh fish daily. Enjoy in the simple, and inviting setting.
 

Westside/Southwest [map]
 
Steakhouse cusine
 
Markers Restaurant and Lounge 
2544 Executive Dr.
(317)248-2481
Sports and Steaks in a wood accented lounge. Classic Steakhouse food in a classic decor.  
 
Library Restaurant and Pub
2610 S. Lynhurst Drive
(317)243-0299
Classic, upscale French style steakhouse. Great food, and moderate portioning. 
 
Italian cuisine
 
Eh! Formaggio 
5510 Lafayette Road
(317)328-1122
All the Italian basics done right. Amazing traditional pizza pies hit home! 
 
Olive Garden 
5515 W. 38th St
(317)293-4725
 The Classic. Good Italian at a good price in a inviting atmosphere.
 
Deli cuisine
 
Balboa's
2208 N. Meridian St.
(317)926-0434
East coast deli and sub-shop. Try the "with whiz" cheesesteak. Its almost as good as the original. 
 
Boulevard Place Cafe 
4155 Boulevard Place
(317)283-2233
Classic deli shop. Great atmosphere coupled with live music on evenings/weekends. 
 
Asian cuisine
 
Saigon Restaurant 
3103 Lafayette Road
(317)927-7270
Cheap Asian fare. Nice atmosphere and variety in its delicous offerings. 
 
Shen Yang 
3902 Georgetown Road
(317)280-1978
Fine Chinese dining that can accomodate everything from carry out to banquets
 
Great Garden 
3623 Commercial Dr
(317)290-2628
Traditional Chinese fare in a classic yet regal chinese setting. 
 
Americana cuisine
 
Iron Skillet 
2489 W. 30th St.
(317)923-6353
Think Grandma's house for Thanksgiving. Basic Decor with delicious food.  
 
 
Central/Broad Ripple [map]
 
Steakhouse cusine
 
Broad Ripple Steakhouse
929 E Westfield Blvd
(317)253-8101
Tucked away in Broad Ripple Village this steakhouse has atmosphere in spades and quality food to boot. Check it out. 
 
 
Mexican cusine
 
La Jolla 
921 Broad Ripple Ave
(317)253-5252
Street-front seating along the hip Broad Ripple avenue, with tasty margaritas and authentic mexican. See you there!
 
La Piedad 
6524 Cornell Ave
(317)475-0988
Simple decor in a cottage-like setting overlooking the Monon Trail with mariachi music, colorful serapes and a Mexican flag on the wall distinguish it as an authentic Mexican eatery.
 
Italian cusine
 
Ambrosia Ristorante
915 E Westfield Blvd
(317)255-3096
Gourmet Italian in the heart of Broad Ripple Village. Sit inside or out, and enjoy the authentic food and vast variety of wines.
 
Pizza/Pub cusine
 
Bazbeaux Pizza 
811 E Westfield Blvd
(317)255-5711
"Indy's best pizza since 1986." This Broad Ripple staple features an inviting decor to enjoy their phenomenal pizza offerings in. Indoor and Outdoor seating. 
 
Union Jacks 
924 Broad Ripple Ave
(317)257-4343
Classic pub atmosphere with street front seating and tasty american bar food classics.
Last modified July 21, 2008