10 Best Indianapolis Restaurants

Liz Pearce - An Indianapolis institution. This place has it all, from bagels and desserts to all of the traditional sandwiches and plated entrees. Go hungry!

Carol Mullins - Another one of Indianapolis's iconic places. Just south of Downtown, the cafeteria dining for breakfast and lunch offers variety and convenience. Good place to gather for meetings if you're Downtown.

Molly Pearcy - Shapiro's is a must visit for anyone traveling to the Indianapolis area. Their Ruben sandwich is great but my favorite is their chicken salad!

recommended by Beth Brown, Jeff Mullins, Kira Carney

Carol Mullins - My family likes New Orleans-style food and this is on the list for fast, reasonably-priced, quick, and good-tasting Cajun.

Kira Carney - Best cajun food in Indiana! B&B was my go to order before becoming vegan, now my go to is the white bean chili! Their bread is vegan and delicious.

Morgan Keith - The bread here is great. Perfect place for spicy Cajun

recommended by Hanna Carney, James Gates, Kylie Heaton

Carol Mullins - We've gone here for family gathering for the best cocktails and fresh, local food. If you have a large party, reserve the private dining room. Service is exceptional, we love to order multiple items and share.

Molly Pearcy - One of the best places in Indy to eat! Named after the great author (and Indy native!) Kurt Vonnegut's novel "Bluebeard" it has a energetic atmosphere. Great cocktails, appetizers,and main dishes. Awesome spot for a date night or a friend's night!

Kira Carney - Bluebeard has the best mojitos ever. The chef, Abbi Merriss, is a family friend and I'm so proud to be able to recommend this place to others. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is very hipster chic.

recommended by Beth Brown, Glenn Howell

Carol Mullins - Best Sourdough bread and pastries in the European tradition, right here in Indy south of DT.

Kira Carney - My mom and I are obsessed with Amelia's. They are being super cautious during Covid-19 and are only allowing 2 customers in at a time. Their bread is always fresh and always amazing. They also sell cheeses, granola, sauces, and pastries! 10/10

Jeff Mullins - Local, fresh baked breads, unique, sourdough breads.

recommended by Joy Morgan

Carol Mullins - Brazilian steakhouse and cuisine, open fire cooking, servers in gauchos and the atmosphere is very relaxing. I usually won't do salad bars, but this place is different. If you're a meat eater, the Gauchos give you a little round coaster, when you are done being served meat, flip it to the red NO, otherwise, keep eating. I really enjoyed lunch and the salads.

Morgan Keith - I love the variety of meat they bring over to your table. This place is pricey but very unique and worth it for a special occasion.

Glenn Howell - Went here for my birthday!! Fun fact the youngest was free and the 12 year old was half off!!! Don't let the price scare you about taking the family!

recommended by Rachel Hancock

Molly Pearcy - Mama Corolla's is the best Italian place in Indy. Beautiful location with a delicious menu it is the perfect spot for a date night or a friends night out.

Brittany Menestrina - I love their food so much!! You have to try it. Great atmosphere and really incredible staff members!

Morgan Keith - Beautiful scenery, great service, amazing food. It’s also right off the Monon Trail and perfect for dat night!

Brittany Menestrina - Go to for birthday and other celebrations. The atmosphere is incredible and the food is absolutely delicious! Hidden gem on the northern end of Mass Ave!

Glenn Howell - Incredible foot and atmosphere. It's the kind of place where friends can just hang out but also nice enough for special occasions, business meetings and dates!

Beth Brown - Absolutely love the atmosphere! Their menu is always changing to be sure to check back on a regular basis for all the yum yums!

Glenn Howell - Hands down best pizza in town!!! Never had a bad experience no matter what location I went to.

Beth Brown - Really great breadsticks!

recommended by ashley sharp

Molly Pearcy - Bazbeaux Pizza has a pizza for everyone. They have a a huge variety of toppings that combine for delicious and unique flavors. I personally love their Genova and BBQ. Bazbeaux also serves salads, sandwiches and dessert.

Beth Brown - Huge variety of toppings and local beer options!

James Gates - Good pizza. Love their Pizza Alla Quattro Formaggio. I have great memories there.

recommended by LuAnn Lietz

Natasha Elizabeth - My go to! They have two locations (one up north near the Nordstrom Rack) and then another downtown!!! Wedge salad is bomb!

James Gates - Great bacon slabs. I get them every time. Excellent service.

Michael Tubicsak-Lane - Best cocktail shrimp in the city!