Welcome to Indianapolis!
A city known for fast cars and blockbuster events has also gained acclaim for a flourishing culinary and brewing scene, thriving cultural institutions, cool neighborhoods, and so much more. We invite you to enjoy our legendary hospitality.
Downtown Dining
St. Elmo Steak House – 127 S. Illinois St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Since 1902, St. Elmo has earned a national reputation for its exceptional food, drink and service. As well as steaks, seafood, chicken and chops, St. Elmo offers an award-winning, 20,000-bottle wine cellar. Reservations are highly recommended, as is the restaurant's signature shrimp cocktail--a diabolic concoction ranked by The Travel Channel as the "world's spiciest food."
Harry & Izzy’s – 135 S. Illinois St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Harry & Izzy's is an independent, upscale American Grill located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. Its ambiance exudes class and sophistication in a comfortable setting. While the lively bar is Harry & Izzy's focal point, unique dining rooms incorporate dark woods, lush fabrics and a deep color palette. This sister restaurant to the famous St. Elmo Steak House, shares a few classic dishes, while offering more menu variety. Open for lunch and dinner daily.
Bodhi – Craft Bar + Thai Bistro – 922 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Located on the northeast end of Mass Ave just down the street from the Bottleworks Hotel, BODHI is a locally owned and operated craft cocktail bar and Thai bistro with a focus on authentic Thai food and amazing drinks in a vibey atmosphere. The bar menu offers curated wine and craft beer lists and, most importantly, creative and modern libations designed by a talented team of mixologists who revamp the cocktail menu seasonally. From the kitchen, our dishes are carefully prepared to bring to Indy the flavors the family of three generations of Thai women has enjoyed cooking together over decades. The interior is a take on an industrial-chic destination complemented by the patio that evokes an enchanting urban oasis. As a 21+ establishment, BODHI is perfect for a date night or hanging with friends and colleagues.
Yaso Jamaican Grill – 1501 Prospect St., Indianapolis, IN 46203
Experience authentic Jamaican food. Taste the difference of the best Caribbean food in Indy with variety in every dish, fresh and modern renditions of traditional island specialties like jerk chicken and ribs, curry goat, escovitch red snapper, oxtail stew, and of course, Jamaican patties.
Bluebeard – 653 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46203
Bluebeard is a restaurant and bar located in the historic Holy Rosary neighborhood on the southeast edge of downtown Indianapolis. Tom and Eddie Battista created a unique, food-focused experience. The menu offers contemporary American cuisine featuring the best local produce and meat that our farms have to offer. The space, a renovated 1924 factory warehouse, features a family dining room, a bar room, a courtyard and a private dining room. Our operation also includes a wholesale bakery, Amelia's, to provide Indianapolis with high quality, hearth-baked bread made in the Italian tradition.
The Fountain Room at Bottleworks – 830 Massachusetts Ave. Ste 1480, Indianapolis, IN 46204
A stylish departure from steakhouse tradition, The Fountain Room embraces Supper Club flair without the formality, blending fine dining with unabashed fun. Guests can indulge in timeless fare, including pickled relish trays, richly flavorful prime rib, classic side dishes, and house-made desserts, paired with strong cocktails and a well-curated wine list. The stunning space features velvet banquettes, glowing chandeliers, and a reel-to-reel machine that evokes a sense of nostalgia. Look for the historic Bottleworks hotel entrance and listen for sounds of mischief.
Bazbeaux – 333 Massachusetts Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Tucked in the heart of the Mass Ave cultural district, pizza connoisseurs flock to this Indy staple for all varieties like the Tchoupitoulas or the Alla Quatro Formaggio. Often considered one of Indy's best local establishments for pie.
Cafe Patachou – 225 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Topping the list as one of Gourmet magazine’s healthiest restaurants in the nation, Patachou reigns as one of Indy’s biggest breakfast and lunch staples. Patachou seems to steal its notoriety mostly from the menu’s cinnamon toast or broken yolk sandwiches. Owned by restaurateur maven Martha Hoover. Serving breakfast and lunch daily.
Shapiro’s Delicatessen – 808 S Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Famous for our award winning, piled-high sandwiches since 1905, Shapiro’s Kosher-style Delicatessen is Indianapolis’ most iconic restaurant! Shapiro's delicious food is made with locally sourced vegetables and ground beef, and the highest quality, freshest ingredients available. Our cuts of beef are still slow-cooked in-house. Chicken that is always fresh, NEVER FROZEN. Homemade dishes like macaroni and cheese and matzo ball soup are second to none! We use REAL butter and cream cheese in our bakery. Shapiro’s incredible cheesecakes, delicious rye bread, NY-style bagels and delectable desserts keep Indianapolis residents and visitors coming back for more! Shapiro’s offers dine in, carry out, or catering. With two locations in the greater Indianapolis area (Downtown and Airport), it’s just better at Shapiro’s!
Slippery Noodle Inn – 372 S. Meridian St, Indianapolis, 46204
The oldest bar (est. 1850) in Indiana, the Slippery Noodle Inn has been praised by one of the nation's top blues bars by Rolling Stone magazine (who should know a top blues bar when they see one). Patronized by everyone from Harrison Ford to Dave Matthews, the Noodle offers live blues seven days a week, and serves a full menu that runs the gamut from sandwiches to full-on dinners--all as tasty as a Stevie Ray Vaughn guitar lick. Open Blues Jam stage every Wednesday night (3/18) sign-ups start at 7:30pm
Can’t decide what kind of food to get? Everyone can get whatever they like at one of Indy’s downtown Food Halls.
The Amp at 16 Tech - 1220 Waterway Blvd., Indianapolis, IN 46202
Imagine a food hall—a food hall where the menu includes a celebration of culture, arts, and collaboration. And best of all, absolutely everyone is invited. The AMP is the food hall associated with 16 Tech—but it stands on its own as a hotspot for diversity, events, and culture in Indianapolis. Featuring colorful shipping containers, food stalls, an open-air bar, communal seating and ample community gathering and event space, the AMP is an experience unlike any other in the Circle City.
Dine-in, drink-in, or dine-out at one of 20+ tenants.
The Garage Food Hall – 906 Carrollton Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202
The Garage Food Hall at Bottleworks District is a 30,000 square foot community-focused food and market hall that occupies two of the historic bottling plant’s original garage buildings. The food hall features 1930s Art Deco terracotta facades, industrial architecture, and large roll-up doors for a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. The Garage plays host to a variety of food and beverage vendors, bringing top culinary talent, artisan craftsmen, residents, and visitors together in the heart of Indianapolis. It's a supportive environment where chefs, producers, and artisans are pushed to be their best. Also home to live music performances and over 25 vendors.
Things to Do
Mass Ave Cultural District – 576 East Vermont St., Indianapolis, IN 46202 – 45 degrees from ordinary. Locals know it. Visitors quickly catch on. From visionary public art, live theatre, shops that are one-of-a kind, chef-inspired food and drink restaurants, to historic neighborhoods and architecture, this is a place unlike any other.
Monument Circle – The city's geographic and historic center is European in feel and is anchored by the Soldiers and Sailors Monument. Take a trip to the top for a birds-eye view of the city. Tour groups will also enjoy refreshments along the Circle at Rocket Fizz and South Bend Chocolate Company. 1 hour.
White River State Park – the nation’s largest urban state park encompasses 250 acres in downtown Indy and houses multiple unique attractions, among them the NCAA Hall of Champions, the Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center and the Giant Tortoises at the Indianapolis Zoo, the Indianapolis Canal Walk, and the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art. Varies from 1 hour to full day.
The Cultural Trail – recognized internationally as a bold, progressive step taken by Indy, this 8-mile walking/biking trail connects downtown Indy with its nearby cultural neighborhoods, and along the way presents art and history. 1-2 hours.
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway – world-renowned as the Racing Capital of the World, the 2.5-mile track hosts tour groups year-round, showcasing the remarkable facility, its history and racing personalities now spanning 100 years. 1-2 hours.
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis – only one children’s museum can be the largest in the world and it is in Indianapolis. Consistently ranked a top family attraction, its varied programming and exhibits offer plenty for all ages. 1-3 hours.
100 Acres: Art & Nature Park – stroll the stunning park with its gardens, waterways and woodlands while discovering along the way remarkable outdoor art and sculpture. 100 Acres is just one experience on the campus of the Indianapolis Museum of Art. 1-3 hours.
The Madam Walker Legacy Center – be inspired by the remarkable story of Indianapolis entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker, the nation’s first female self-made millionaire. The theatre that stands as her legacy tells her story of tenacity, ingenuity and community service. 1 hour.
The Indiana Medical History Museum - early psychiatric science was practiced in Indianapolis at the Old Pathology Lab at Central States Hospital. A fascinating tour of the labs, teaching auditorium, and autopsy rooms make for a very unique and thought-provoking experience. 1 hour.
Rhythm! Discovery Center – this is the largest percussion museum in the world, operated by the Percussive Arts Society. Groups enjoy interactive opportunities (bang the gong), drum circles, and the vast history and variety of percussive instruments. 1 hour.
Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library – Pulitzer-prize author Kurt Vonnegut grew up in Indianapolis and this library showcases his books, beloved typewriter, whimsical cartoon doodles and more. 1 hour.