The best restaurants in Indianapolis

140 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Family-owned restaurant offering classic Mexican dishes and margaritas in a comfy space with patio seating.

7710 S Meridian St

Family-owned restaurant offering classic Mexican dishes and margaritas in a comfy space with patio seating.

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Relaxed Asian eatery with a menu of sushi rolls, ramen noodle bowls and hibachi dinners.

6905 S Emerson Ave

Relaxed Asian eatery with a menu of sushi rolls, ramen noodle bowls and hibachi dinners.

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Tapatio Mex Food

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Tacos, burritos and other traditional Mexican eats served in a casual setting.

6845 Bluff Rd Ste 22

Tacos, burritos and other traditional Mexican eats served in a casual setting.

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Pizza parlor dishing up NY-style pies available by the slice and the pie along with garlic knots and chicken wings.

6225 W 56th St

Pizza parlor dishing up NY-style pies available by the slice and the pie along with garlic knots and chicken wings.

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Festive Mexican restaurant featuring steaks, fajitas and burritos, along with frozen margaritas.

8249 US 31 S

Festive Mexican restaurant featuring steaks, fajitas and burritos, along with frozen margaritas.

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Hibachi eatery featuring sushi and hibachi-grilled fare in a Japanese-style setting.

32 E 16th St

Hibachi eatery featuring sushi and hibachi-grilled fare in a Japanese-style setting.

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Warm restaurant with a toppings bar offering a range of Mexican eats like tacos and burritos.

3915 Madison Ave Ste 6

Warm restaurant with a toppings bar offering a range of Mexican eats like tacos and burritos.

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Just Pizza

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Classic pies, subs & salads, plus tater tots, nachos & other grub are fixed up in strip-mall digs.

2140 N Mitthoefer Rd

Classic pies, subs & salads, plus tater tots, nachos & other grub are fixed up in strip-mall digs.

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Cugino's Pizza

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Laid-back pizzeria offering subs, wings, and other comfort foods for takeout or dine-in.

5124 N Franklin Rd

Laid-back pizzeria offering subs, wings, and other comfort foods for takeout or dine-in.

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Pasquales

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Cozy pizza spot with a buffet plus a menu of classic pies and sandwiches.

3469 Kentucky Ave

Cozy pizza spot with a buffet plus a menu of classic pies and sandwiches.

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Casual Mexican restaurant offering all-you-can-eat options, happy hour, and live music, plus rooftop seating.

6446 W Washington St

Casual Mexican restaurant offering all-you-can-eat options, happy hour, and live music, plus rooftop seating.

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Masa Sake Grill

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Casual Japanese restaurant offering hibachi-grilled steak and seafood alongside sushi and a sake bar.

5946 E 86th St

Casual Japanese restaurant offering hibachi-grilled steak and seafood alongside sushi and a sake bar.

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So Italian

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A varied menu, including pizza, pasta, salads & sandwiches, offered in snug digs with beer & wine.

515 E Main St (Brownsburg)

A varied menu, including pizza, pasta, salads & sandwiches, offered in snug digs with beer & wine.

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Romantic, white-tablecloth choice serving Italian cuisine with a refined air for over 50 years.

758 Main St (Beech Grove)

Romantic, white-tablecloth choice serving Italian cuisine with a refined air for over 50 years.

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Spacious Italian spot with a subdued decor serving steak, pasta & other traditional fare.

201 N Madison Ave (Greenwood)

Spacious Italian spot with a subdued decor serving steak, pasta & other traditional fare.

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Sushi Boss

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Modern counter-serve cafe specializing in design-your-own sushi rolls, with a range of simple sides.

803 W 10th St

Modern counter-serve cafe specializing in design-your-own sushi rolls, with a range of simple sides.

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Tegry Bistro

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Sushi, seafood spot plating rolls and soups, plus bento box options.

6010 W 86th St #140

Sushi, seafood spot plating rolls and soups, plus bento box options.

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Popular restaurant offering a range of Mexican-cuisine staples like ceviche and enchiladas, as well as margaritas and beers.

137 E New York St

Popular restaurant offering a range of Mexican-cuisine staples like ceviche and enchiladas, as well as margaritas and beers.

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Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

4690 Southport Crossing Dr (Southport)

Chain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.

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Casual restaurant serving familiar Chinese and Mexican fare such as tacos, burritos, fried rice, and egg rolls.

6010 Madison Ave Ste B

Casual restaurant serving familiar Chinese and Mexican fare such as tacos, burritos, fried rice, and egg rolls.

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Chefs grill meats & prepare sushi at communal tables at this Japanese steakhouse & sushi stop.

8719 US 31 S

Chefs grill meats & prepare sushi at communal tables at this Japanese steakhouse & sushi stop.

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Casual choice for a range of sushi rolls, bowls, hibachi dishes and bubble tea.

72 W New York St

Casual choice for a range of sushi rolls, bowls, hibachi dishes and bubble tea.

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Colorful setting with a bar offering hearty Mexican eats like tacos, burritos & grilled meats.

1450 W Southport Rd B

Colorful setting with a bar offering hearty Mexican eats like tacos, burritos & grilled meats.

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Simply styled Japanese steakhouse crafts imaginative sushi rolls & tabletop hibachi entertainment.

5149 Victory Dr

Simply styled Japanese steakhouse crafts imaginative sushi rolls & tabletop hibachi entertainment.

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Counter-serve pizza chain offering classic pies, sandwiches, pastas & wings, geared for takeout.

7201 W 10th St

Counter-serve pizza chain offering classic pies, sandwiches, pastas & wings, geared for takeout.

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Unlimited sushi rolls & à la carte entrees in a contemporary, booth-lined space with patio seating.

10625 Pendleton Pike

Unlimited sushi rolls & à la carte entrees in a contemporary, booth-lined space with patio seating.

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Vito Provolone's

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Relaxed, cozy Italian restaurant offering classic pastas & pizza, plus chicken & seafood dishes.

8031 S Meridian St

Relaxed, cozy Italian restaurant offering classic pastas & pizza, plus chicken & seafood dishes.

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Pizza King

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Relaxed, family-friendly chain serving up pizza & sandwiches, plus salads & desserts.

12110 E Washington St

Relaxed, family-friendly chain serving up pizza & sandwiches, plus salads & desserts.

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An eclectic array of sushi, hibachi & Asian entrees served in stylish digs with traditional accents.

8265 US 31 S

An eclectic array of sushi, hibachi & Asian entrees served in stylish digs with traditional accents.

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Playful chain restaurant specializing in creative street-style tacos and donuts, plus a menu of cocktails and craft beers.

336 S Delaware St Ste D

Playful chain restaurant specializing in creative street-style tacos and donuts, plus a menu of cocktails and craft beers.

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Familiar and inviting pizzeria featuring a menu of New York-style classics, wings and calzones.

1067 N Main St (Speedway)

Familiar and inviting pizzeria featuring a menu of New York-style classics, wings and calzones.

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Airy-industrial stop for Italian seafood, locally sourced meats & fresh pasta plus wine & cocktails.

339 S Delaware St

Airy-industrial stop for Italian seafood, locally sourced meats & fresh pasta plus wine & cocktails.

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Tacos & a few other Mexican dishes are delivered in an upbeat, margarita-fueled atmosphere.

334 Massachusetts Ave

Tacos & a few other Mexican dishes are delivered in an upbeat, margarita-fueled atmosphere.

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Pizza Di Tito

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Local pizzeria serving New York-style pies and other staples in a casual setting.

115 W Washington St

Local pizzeria serving New York-style pies and other staples in a casual setting.

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Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.

1253 S Park Blvd (Greenwood)

Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.

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Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

160 S Marlin Dr (Greenwood)

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

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Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

7525 US-31

Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.

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Vino Villa

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Wine & cheese shop with a relaxed upstairs bistro & patio pairing small plates with its vintages.

200 N Madison Ave (Greenwood)

Wine & cheese shop with a relaxed upstairs bistro & patio pairing small plates with its vintages.

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Bubba's 33

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Burgers, pizza & beer served alongside many large-screen TVs showing sports & music videos.

7799 US 31 S

Burgers, pizza & beer served alongside many large-screen TVs showing sports & music videos.

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City Barbeque

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Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

7863 US 31 S

Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

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Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.

8150 US 31 S

Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.

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Family-friendly regional chain eatery with a simple selection of pizza, pasta & Italian sandwiches.

1691 W Curry Rd (Greenwood)

Family-friendly regional chain eatery with a simple selection of pizza, pasta & Italian sandwiches.

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Restaurant & bar offering wood-fired pizzas, burgers & other eats in a down-to-earth space with TVs.

200 S Emerson Ave (Greenwood)

Restaurant & bar offering wood-fired pizzas, burgers & other eats in a down-to-earth space with TVs.

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American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake

1251 U.S. Hwy 31 N (Greenwood)

American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake

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Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

8733 US 31 S

Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.

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Texas Roadhouse

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Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

270 S Marlin Dr (Greenwood)

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

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Chick-fil-A

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Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

155 S Marlin Dr (Greenwood)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

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Texas Roadhouse

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Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

4335 Southport Crossing Dr

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

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House beers pair with a wide variety of hearty American fare at this easygoing brewpub.

50 Airport Pkwy L (Greenwood)

House beers pair with a wide variety of hearty American fare at this easygoing brewpub.

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Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.

4350 E Southport Rd

Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.

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Mr patakon

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Casual, kid-friendly eatery featuring a menu of traditional Colombian dishes, as well as desserts and juices.

7415 US-31

Casual, kid-friendly eatery featuring a menu of traditional Colombian dishes, as well as desserts and juices.

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Stylish surrounds complement an American menu of upscale fare including crab cakes, steaks & pasta.

1464 W Stones Crossing Rd (Greenwood)

Stylish surrounds complement an American menu of upscale fare including crab cakes, steaks & pasta.

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Waffle House

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Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

7290 Pendleton Pike

Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

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Low-key space for ample helpings of Korean fare & grill-it-yourself BBQ on tableside grills.

8867 Pendleton Pike

Low-key space for ample helpings of Korean fare & grill-it-yourself BBQ on tableside grills.

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Texas Roadhouse

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Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

1405 Shadeland Ave

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

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Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.

2340 Post Dr

Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.

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Heidelberg Haus

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Cozy, old-school German cafe & gift shop serving house-baked specialties & Bavarian goods.

7625 Pendleton Pike

Cozy, old-school German cafe & gift shop serving house-baked specialties & Bavarian goods.

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Homey, family-friendly eatery offering gourmet-style pizzas & sandwiches, plus beer & wine.

9165 Otis Ave

Homey, family-friendly eatery offering gourmet-style pizzas & sandwiches, plus beer & wine.

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Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.

2490 N Post Rd

Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.

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Cheery diner with a menu of hefty pancakes with various toppings, omelets & sandwiches.

5024 E 56th St

Cheery diner with a menu of hefty pancakes with various toppings, omelets & sandwiches.

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Pho 21

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Casual, family-friendly bistro offering classic Vietnamese eats, including pho as well as sandwiches and crepes.

8134 East 21st St

Casual, family-friendly bistro offering classic Vietnamese eats, including pho as well as sandwiches and crepes.

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Culver’s

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Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

5525 N Post Rd

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

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Culver’s

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Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

7010 East 21st St

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

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Delicia

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This week, Delicia turns the culinary traditions of the Americas, the Caribbean, and Spain into vibrant plates and cocktails you actually…

5215 N College Ave

This week, Delicia turns the culinary traditions of the Americas, the Caribbean, and Spain into vibrant plates and cocktails you actually want to linger over. Perfect for a friend date or Sunday brunch, it’s the kind of spot that reminds you why eating and drinking local just hits different.

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Livery

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Craving a change this week? Livery brings Latin flair to a restored 1890s space, with rooftop vibes under the stars and a menu built for…

720 N College Ave

Craving a change this week? Livery brings Latin flair to a restored 1890s space, with rooftop vibes under the stars and a menu built for sharing: crisp yuca fries, empanadas by the trio, street corn, and paella that’ll make you forget what you planned for dinner.

From the Anderson newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Ale Emporium

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Ale Emporium is the family-run sports pub locals swear by, home of Honest Pizza and those World Famous Hermanaki Wings since 1982. Grab a…

8617 Allisonville Rd

Ale Emporium is the family-run sports pub locals swear by, home of Honest Pizza and those World Famous Hermanaki Wings since 1982. Grab a seat in view of wall-to-wall TVs, pair local beers with saucy perfection, then stick around because there's live music this week.

From the Indianapolis newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Veteran-owned Garrett's Smokehouse Barbeque has over 15 years of dialing in ribs and sandwiches that taste like smoke, plus turkey ribs,…

1220 Waterway Blvd

Veteran-owned Garrett's Smokehouse Barbeque has over 15 years of dialing in ribs and sandwiches that taste like smoke, plus turkey ribs, rib tips, cornbread and greens that don’t need a backup sauce. Hosting a get-together this week? Their catering makes feeding a crowd painless and very delicious.

From the Muncie newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Uptown Cafe

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Cozy, kid-friendly eatery at Merchants Pointe serves comfort food, especially breakfast.

2271 Pointe Pkwy (Carmel)

Cozy, kid-friendly eatery at Merchants Pointe serves comfort food, especially breakfast.

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Twisted Wings

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Casual restaurant offering chicken wings and tenders with a variety of flavors.

4148 Boulevard Pl

Casual restaurant offering chicken wings and tenders with a variety of flavors.

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Vicino

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Charming, light-filled eatery featuring Italian-inspired dishes like chicken marsala, pizzas and pasta, along with wine, beer, cocktails…

350 Massachusetts Ave Ste 150

Charming, light-filled eatery featuring Italian-inspired dishes like chicken marsala, pizzas and pasta, along with wine, beer, cocktails and other drinks.

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Bocca

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Cozy, casual restaurant featuring modern Italian fare alongside cocktails, wine, beer and a speakeasy.

122 E 22nd St

Cozy, casual restaurant featuring modern Italian fare alongside cocktails, wine, beer and a speakeasy.

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Convivial eatery & beer hall dishing up Southern classics such as fried chicken & spoonbread.

310 Massachusetts Ave

Convivial eatery & beer hall dishing up Southern classics such as fried chicken & spoonbread.

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Bustling sushi parlor selling staple dishes, fresh seafood, other Japanese dishes and grocery items.

8466 Castleton Corner Dr

Bustling sushi parlor selling staple dishes, fresh seafood, other Japanese dishes and grocery items.

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Casual cocktail bar offering New York-style pizza, beers and wine for lunch, dinner and beyond.

545 Massachusetts Ave

Casual cocktail bar offering New York-style pizza, beers and wine for lunch, dinner and beyond.

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Sleek, funky locale for fusion-inspired Japanese plates & sushi, plus cocktails & after-dinner DJs.

765 Massachusetts Ave

Sleek, funky locale for fusion-inspired Japanese plates & sushi, plus cocktails & after-dinner DJs.

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The Oakmont

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Trendy spot with retro-style decor offering elevated versions of comfort classics & weekend brunch.

323 N Delaware St Ste B

Trendy spot with retro-style decor offering elevated versions of comfort classics & weekend brunch.

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Relaxed restaurant featuring a wide variety of pizzas, plus salads and burgers, and boasting an outdoor patio.

8838 Southeastern Ave (Wanamaker)

Relaxed restaurant featuring a wide variety of pizzas, plus salads and burgers, and boasting an outdoor patio.

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Airy, relaxed establishment with an industrial vibe supplying comfort food, cocktails, and craft beer.

350 W Maryland St

Airy, relaxed establishment with an industrial vibe supplying comfort food, cocktails, and craft beer.

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Big portions of Kosher-style deli classics are served cafeteria style in easygoing surrounds.

808 S Meridian St

Big portions of Kosher-style deli classics are served cafeteria style in easygoing surrounds.

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Storied eatery serves Italian classics & wine in its sophisticated dining room & quaint courtyard.

946 S Meridian St

Storied eatery serves Italian classics & wine in its sophisticated dining room & quaint courtyard.

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Garden Table

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Chic farm-to-table specialist serving inventive New American fare plus fresh pressed juices.

908 E Westfield Blvd

Chic farm-to-table specialist serving inventive New American fare plus fresh pressed juices.

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Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

167 E New York St

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

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Casual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.

5025 E 82nd St

Casual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.

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Modern, earth-toned eatery featuring contemporary Italian pasta, pizza, seafood & meat dishes.

11529 Spring Mill Rd (Carmel)

Modern, earth-toned eatery featuring contemporary Italian pasta, pizza, seafood & meat dishes.

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Laid-back American cafe serving breakfast, lunch & desserts in stylish quarters with a patio.

6515 N College Ave

Laid-back American cafe serving breakfast, lunch & desserts in stylish quarters with a patio.

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Provision

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High-end pick for imaginative New American dishes & a big wine list in industrial-chic surrounds.

2721 E 86th St Ste 200

High-end pick for imaginative New American dishes & a big wine list in industrial-chic surrounds.

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Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.

2721 E 86th St Ste 100

Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.

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Microbrews, salads, sandwiches & build-your-own pies in a family-friendly eatery with a bar & TVs.

65 E Pearl St

Microbrews, salads, sandwiches & build-your-own pies in a family-friendly eatery with a bar & TVs.

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Flight Burger

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Burgers, beef burgers and chicken sandwiches are served at this casual eatery, along with wings, fries, onion rings and milkshakes.

650 W Carmel Dr Unit 100 (Carmel)

Burgers, beef burgers and chicken sandwiches are served at this casual eatery, along with wings, fries, onion rings and milkshakes.

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Breakfast and brunch spot known for its pancakes and omelets, along with Belgian waffles.

2654 Lake Cir Dr

Breakfast and brunch spot known for its pancakes and omelets, along with Belgian waffles.

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Family-friendly pizza place features the Big Apple's signature crust & a small menu of Italian eats.

8810 S Emerson Ave #240

Family-friendly pizza place features the Big Apple's signature crust & a small menu of Italian eats.

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Cafe Patachou

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Eclectic daytime plates served with fair-trade coffees & wine or beer in bright, trendy digs.

225 W Washington St

Eclectic daytime plates served with fair-trade coffees & wine or beer in bright, trendy digs.

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Hearty plates of BBQ & whiskey cocktails are the draw at this rustic outpost with a down-home vibe.

1414 N Main St (Speedway)

Hearty plates of BBQ & whiskey cocktails are the draw at this rustic outpost with a down-home vibe.

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Cozy restaurant with vegetarian items, wine, beer, and cocktails, plus a private dining room.

870 Massachusetts Ave

Cozy restaurant with vegetarian items, wine, beer, and cocktails, plus a private dining room.

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An all-day menu of Southern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails.

320 S Alabama St Ste A

An all-day menu of Southern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails.

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Futuro

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Relaxed restaurant with an unfussy ambiance specializing in deep dish pizza, with vegan options.

19 Cruse St

Relaxed restaurant with an unfussy ambiance specializing in deep dish pizza, with vegan options.

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Hasuno

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Japanese eatery (sushi), plus American fare served in stylish surrounds.

435 Virginia Ave #1700

Japanese eatery (sushi), plus American fare served in stylish surrounds.

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Imaginative pub grub & craft brews on tap served in a warm, laid-back tavern with patio tables.

6523 Ferguson St

Imaginative pub grub & craft brews on tap served in a warm, laid-back tavern with patio tables.

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Spoke & Steele

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Contemporary dining lounge featuring creative regional cuisine, plus classic & signature cocktails.

123 S Illinois St

Contemporary dining lounge featuring creative regional cuisine, plus classic & signature cocktails.

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Mama Carolla's

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Upscale Italian restaurant in a 1920s Mediterranean-style villa offering a full bar & a garden.

1031 E 54th St

Upscale Italian restaurant in a 1920s Mediterranean-style villa offering a full bar & a garden.

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Casual spot for Asian eats such as sushi, bento boxes and familiar mainstays like general tso’s chicken.

4000 W 106th St #165 (Carmel)

Casual spot for Asian eats such as sushi, bento boxes and familiar mainstays like general tso’s chicken.

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Laid-back eatery known for pulled pork and brisket BBQ, plus comfort sides and sweets.

2316 S German Church Rd

Laid-back eatery known for pulled pork and brisket BBQ, plus comfort sides and sweets.

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City Barbeque

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Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

1356 S Rangeline Rd (Carmel)

Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

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Traditional Italian cuisine is complemented by wine at this roomy, industrial-style haunt.

1103 Prospect St

Traditional Italian cuisine is complemented by wine at this roomy, industrial-style haunt.

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Open since 1933, this extra-homey, family-run institution dishes up classic pasta dinners & pizzas.

317 S College Ave

Open since 1933, this extra-homey, family-run institution dishes up classic pasta dinners & pizzas.

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King Ribs BBQ

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Modest eatery with counter service & a drive-thru window offering homestyle BBQ plates & sides.

3145 W 16th St

Modest eatery with counter service & a drive-thru window offering homestyle BBQ plates & sides.

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Giorgio's Pizza

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Thin- & thick-crust pizza & subs from an Italian-born chef, plus beer & wine in a quick-serve space.

9 E Market St

Thin- & thick-crust pizza & subs from an Italian-born chef, plus beer & wine in a quick-serve space.

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Straight-up Chinese & Vietnamese joint celebrated for affordable lunch deals & giant wall menu.

4540 S Emerson Ave

Straight-up Chinese & Vietnamese joint celebrated for affordable lunch deals & giant wall menu.

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Relaxed venue serving American staples like steak and lobster bisque, plus cocktails.

605 N Pennsylvania St

Relaxed venue serving American staples like steak and lobster bisque, plus cocktails.

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City Barbeque

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Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

6303 E 82nd St

Counter-serve smokehouse chain offering classic barbecue fare in down-home settings.

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Straightforward spot for burgers made to order (also salad options), as well as fries, milkshakes and ice cream.

3502 W 16th St

Straightforward spot for burgers made to order (also salad options), as well as fries, milkshakes and ice cream.

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Laid-back restaurant serving fried chicken wings and sauces alongside cocktails, beer, wine and spirits.

3740 Lafayette Rd

Laid-back restaurant serving fried chicken wings and sauces alongside cocktails, beer, wine and spirits.

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Caffé Buondí

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Casual, clean, light-filled eatery featuring Italian-style dishes, salads, and coffees, plus gluten-free and vegan options.

11529 Spring Mill Rd (Carmel)

Casual, clean, light-filled eatery featuring Italian-style dishes, salads, and coffees, plus gluten-free and vegan options.

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Mt Fuji

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Japanese restaurant in Circle Centre Mall preparing sushi and other fare in a casual space.

49 W Maryland St

Japanese restaurant in Circle Centre Mall preparing sushi and other fare in a casual space.

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Salt on Mass

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A modern choice for seasonal seafood & steak in a bright space with nautical decor.

505 Massachusetts Ave

A modern choice for seasonal seafood & steak in a bright space with nautical decor.

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Casual pizzeria known for its deep-dish and thin-crust pies, plus hot and cold buffets.

4335 W 106th St #100 (Carmel)

Casual pizzeria known for its deep-dish and thin-crust pies, plus hot and cold buffets.

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Classy, long-running restaurant featuring Italian cuisine & wine plus a greenery-laden patio.

2602 Ruth Dr

Classy, long-running restaurant featuring Italian cuisine & wine plus a greenery-laden patio.

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Pho Real

Restaurants

A Vietnamese, Thai & Laotian menu with lunch specials & happy hour in a room with high ceilings.

9611 N College Ave

A Vietnamese, Thai & Laotian menu with lunch specials & happy hour in a room with high ceilings.

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Gourmet burgers, creative bar snacks & craft beers in a modern yet cozy space with a patio.

410 Massachusetts Ave

Gourmet burgers, creative bar snacks & craft beers in a modern yet cozy space with a patio.

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Fries, tenders and sliders served with hot chicken and slaw, along with a selection of beers.

530 Massachusetts Ave

Fries, tenders and sliders served with hot chicken and slaw, along with a selection of beers.

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