Dine Arounds
Through two nights of gastronomic exploration, you will only experience Indy independent restaurants--places sure to please the palate and found no other place on Earth except Indianapolis.
Tuesday, September 11 and Wednesday, September 12
St. Elmo's -
American
Arguably Indy's most famous restaurant and known for what the Travel Channel calls the “world's spiciest dish,” their shrimp cocktail.
Tavern on South -
American
Adjacent to Lucas Oil Stadium in a historic building, this restaurant serves up regional craft beers, cocktails and locally sourced food on its two-level outdoor dining deck.
Rick’s Café Boatyard -
Seafood
Located on Eagle Creek Reservoir, this restaurant provides visitors with serene lakeside ambiance.
Mesh on Mass -
Contemporary
Located in Indy’s emerging Mass Ave. cultural district, Mesh on Mass offers a contemporary spin on innovative cuisine from small bites to big plates that pair perfectly with great wine.
Chef JJ’s Backyard -
American
A backyard grilling experience in an exciting, community-based atmosphere in Broad Ripple where diners take away great food and a few grilling tips.
Lorenzo’s -
Italian
Located in the heart of downtown, this restaurant boasts Italian fine dining inspired by the taste of Tuscany.
Santorini -
Greek
Santorini’s owner, Taki Sawi, is a national “American Dream” recipient who owns one of Indy’s most recognizable Greek restaurants.
Eagle’s Nest -
American
This rotating restaurant located on top of the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis is one of the “top 50 most romantic restaurants in the U.S.”
The Rathskeller -
German
Set in the historic, 19th century Athenaeum Building downtown (designed by famous Vonnegut family), The Rathskeller is reminiscent of both a quaint inn tucked in the Bavarian hills and a lively beer hall in Munich.
Chef Joseph’s at the Connoisseur Room -
American
One of Indy’s newest restaurants featuring Chef Joseph. With thirty years of international, award-winning culinary experience, Chef Joseph prepares a seasonally focused gourmet menu in an elegant atmosphere.
Mama Carolla's -
Italian
Ambiance is everything in this historic home turned Italian eatery located on the outskirts of David Letterman’s childhood neighborhood, Broad Ripple.
Naked Tchopstix -
Asian
Voted “Best in Indy” for its contemporary city dining experience in the eclectic village of Broad Ripple, diners can enjoy an ever-changing menu of delicious sushi and Eastern-inspired fare.
The Libertine -
Contemporary
Contemporary cocktail bar with re-imagined high-end bar food located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis in a beautiful narrow space.
Black Market -
Contemporary
This new gastro pub tucked at the end of the Mass Avenue district serves up innovative entrees paired with great local brews.
Tastings -
Wine Bar
One-of-a-kind wine bar with numerous artisan dishes and over 100 wines available by the taste, glass or bottle. You’ll dine around “the horseshoe” and enjoy a four-course wine and tapas pairing presentation.
Zest -
American
Mix downhome cooking with sophisticated, uptown flare at this restaurant recently visited by Guy Fieri.
Saffron Café -
Moroccan
The only Moroccan restaurant in Indy, Saffron Café is owned by Chef Sentissi—a Middle Eastern percussionist turned successful chef – and takes diners on a tour of Morocco with tasty kafta and savory tajines.
Recess -
American
Some of Indy’s best and most versatile cuisine is located in this award-winning culinary playground for adults owned by James Beard finalist Chef Hardesty.
R Bistro -
American
A favorite of David Letterman, this James Beard award-winning restaurant prides itself on an ever-changing menu fused with global influences and local flavors made with the freshest ingredients around – in fact, this chef’s urban garden is right outside her restaurant’s door.
The majority of these Indianapolis restaurants offer vegetarian meals. To see a complete menu, click on the restaurant name to be directed to their respective websites.
