50 Best American Restaurants in Indianapolis

“Lindsey was great! Made dinner recommendations which we loved!“

“Absolutely love the pumpkin pancakes so much, that I get them every visit! And summer the lemon blueberry. We ask for Layla every time, she knows what we drink and brings them before we ever ask. She jokes with my husband which he loves. She's funny, super sweet and such a great waitress. We've been coming here for a few months now, after leaving another pancake place, because of the food and service here. We bring all of out out of town guests here and upon a return visit this is where they want to come. Layla makes each visit the best part of our day!“

“The best fine dining restaurant in Indianapolis. Quality, innovation and great taste. Chef Melvin is inspired and attentive to detail. Alex Williams is an extraordinary Server and guide. Sui generis! Mariane and I are looking forward to another great evening this Thursday. JRBUKER“

“Patachou rocks. Not only is the food superb. Their restrooms are always clean and the service is great. They also take the time to watch out for their patrons when they misplaced their valuables I’m a customer for life. Now if I could just get another cup of their banana nut coffee. Best cup I’ve ever had“

“Lovely place. The sourcing of flavors where presented perfectly. The staff made us feel welcomed“

“Great food and drinks. Very hospitable service and environment.“

“We found a new great restaurant! Great service. Friendly people. Wonderful food. Fried green tomatoes were to die for!“

“Went for lunch, the vegetarian quiche was amazing and the dessert was out of this world! Such a cute little place and wonderful service!“

“An impromptu date night with jazz. My husband & I decided to find a venue with food since our fav downtown only serves snacks. We were blessed because not only was a New Orleans brass band playing but we had an amazing three course meal with a perfect seat at the end of the bar. The food was divine. We will definitely be back!!“

“The food is delicious. I love Charlestons. The gravy on the chicken fried chicken is absolutely delicious. Know, if you ask for extra gravy, they charge you. The Carrots and Mashed potatoes were delicious. I will continue to patronize Charleston's.“

“Great location, great specials, and the service was on point! Thanks Jailyn for making sure everyone was taken care of!“

“Nice souvenir shop. Very nice lady working there. The shop is in a giant building with a Hyatt Regency, bank, restaurants, and offices. Not sure if it was because it was a Sunday afternoon but the building felt like a dead mall. Surprisingly though, this souvenir shop was packed with people. They have a good selection of Indiana souvenirs at reasonable prices.“

“In on a work trip from Alabama, and this was by far the best meal we had. One of the best I have ever had. Violet was amazing and so attentive. We shared the Alfredo fries, and I had the fillet and cheesecake for desert. The atmosphere was amazing. She even gave us a tour of the building.“

“Everything from the minute you walk in the front door till the time you leave - the service is impeccable and the staff make you feel like family. The food presentation and flavors are a culinary experience explosion in your mouth - it’s that good! … I had the delicious Tart. Seriously, it was so scrumptious and I felt like royalty when the dish was placed infront of me. Incredible. Delicious. Unbelievable.“

“OMG, I loved this place. Very cool old school nice pub eatery established in 1933. It has gorgeous woodwork throughout and vintage charm. Loved the atmosphere as much as the service and food. The tenderloin is a game changer. I love me a tenderloin and the thickness was perfect and the breading is fried to perfection and very flavorful. Now I'm planning for a bike ride here to eat with my peeps😎🍻“

“Best bar and restaurant in central Indiana! If you haven’t been there in all the years it’s been open it’s time to go in and enjoy. Great place and great employees!!“

“Had dinner on Monday for a private event. I’m still thinking about it days later. Best meal I’ve had in a while. The brisket was cooked so uniquely I’ve never had anything like it. 15/10. Service was excellent.“

“Such a great time the girls and I had for our girl trip! The food was delicious staff were all friendly and very warm welcoming! To learn the history on the slippery noodle inn tour was one of our favorite parts! So much to unpack and learn about the building and back history our tour guide was an absolute pleasure and awesome guy! 10/10 recommend can’t wait to return!“

“Great location and the food is excellent!😊“

“The server, Nancy, was the BEST! She is so fun and knowledgeable. food was a great deal at happy hour. tasty“

“Fantastic food and people! 5 out of 5 all around. Ryan’s food is fantastic and Dee is warm, friendly and very accommodative. Best kept secret in Indy! Highly recommend you find time to visit and experience this awesome small business.“

“My kids say they High Velocity has the best ice cream ever and they rate it 5 stars! The pretzels and beer cheese were also delicious! Great snack before the Indians game!“

“food was definitely delicious!“

“We had a party over the weekend and I’m still getting texts from friends about who catered. Our friends and family are raving about the sandwiches, charcuterie, and dip. Everyone is craving Turf Kitchen now. I highly recommend. Everything was not only delicious but well organized and came with everything we needed to serve. The absolute best!“

“Ate here Saturday and it was amazing. The wait staff were awesome. We started out with their signature onion rings. Soooo Good and crispy !!three of our group had the tenderloin and it was phenomenal. Tender crispy. Yummy. Two of our group got the beef and noodles and they were amazing and flavorful. I had the sunrise burger!! So good and juicy. We had a group of 8 and they were able to accommodate us. It’s very retro it’s like a step back in time“

“We absolutely LOVE!!! We come up every year from Evansville for our Daughters birthday We love it so much, see you tonight !“

“I really liked my chicken sandwich and fries. The Strawberry lemonade was good too. It came out hot and quickly. I will be back!“

“One of my all-time favorite restaurants! Anytime we’re in Indy, this is a must-visit for us. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is welcoming, the service is friendly and attentive, and the food is consistently amazing. Every dish is packed with flavor and made with so much care—you can truly taste the quality. This place never disappoints and always feels like a special experience. If you’re in Indy and looking for a spot you can count on every single time, I can’t recommend this one enough!“

“Good breakfast and Peruvian food. Can’t wait to try the Mexican dishes - yum!“

“Madison was fab!! She is soo personable and knowledgable!!! Food was delicious!! I highly recommend her and this restaurant!!!“

“I just enjoy their food. Good taste, ample portions, great onion rings. Just great food.“

“this is quickly becoming a hot spot in the area. its a local business that has a variety of dishes not easily found elsewhere nearby.“

“Nice atmosphere and family friendly with good music“

“Just ate at Twin Peaks - Indy for the first time, food was great, atmosphere was great, service was great. Gabrielle was the best waitress I’ve ever had!!“

“Stopping at Sullivan’s hardware and guarding shop. It’s a great experience and a great place to be.“

“We love this little neighborhood place!“

“Amazing ingredients, wonderful portions, great variety and old faithful OR seasonal options— everything I’ve tried is delicious. I recommend the Mother Earth bowl or ginger miso crunch salad for something lighter… or the Mediterranean bowl for a flavor punch. The ambience is casual and clean and welcoming“

“Leah is one of the most wonderful person I know as well as chef. Her food and coffee has something different aboutbit than anywhere else. I believe it is because her cooking and baking, her creations are intentional. I wish we could go more! You are missing out by not stopping by!“

“We tried the Fishers location this morning. Our server was fantastic & the meals were all delicious! The restaurant was quite busy & all of the staff we saw were staying on top of things! Everybody was very friendly & several employees along with our server thanked us for coming in! My only complaint would be that I ate way too much... but it was worth every bite! 🤷‍♀️😁“

“The tenderloin sandwich and fries were sooo good! Definitely will be back …❤️“

“Never disappoints! You can tell a great restaurant by its coffee. Their coffee is always strong and robust.“

“I took a work group of 6 for dinner and everything was excellent. They did run about 20 minutes past our reservation time to seat us but once we were accommodated the service, recommendations, cocktails and food were all exceptional. We will back if ever in the area again.“

“I was driving through Cumberland on HWY 40 and drove past a sign that read SEROS Family Dining - Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner…… I came back the very next day to find out if this place was what I thought it was? Indeed it was, the entire place reminded me of diners back home in Brooklyn and Queens, NY. The breakfast was amazing , I had the grilled pork chops and eggs, my wife had the Capri Scrambler. The portions of food are HUGE! Let me tell you , we will be back, can’t wait to try the dinner menu!!! I highly recommend. I’m a little less homesick…..“

“we went to the location in Indy on 82nd street and it was amazing, we went twice during our vacation. Super friendly staff and they were great with my son. food was incredible!“

“The service is impeccable. You know that you’re going to get consistency EVERY time! He’s done catering for me multiple times and every time he’s delivered! Good food and good service! 10/10“

“Amazing food and service! Highly recommend it!“

“The food and service at this restaurant is TOP NOTCH. THE BEST. Anyone from any culinary background will be able to appreciate the atmosphere and service provided by the professional staff here. The hostesses were not only polite, but overly hospitable. Our server Mike and the manger Brandon made the night extra spectacular. Glasses always full, Food always followed up upon. That is a rare service provided in this day and age. The specials are always fresh and delightful, and their mainstays are what keep us coming back. Great for a special occasion or a regular special night out. If you haven’t eaten here recently or ever, you are really missing out!“

“The Ocarina of Fries! I’ve never tasted anything like this in my life of dining. Waffle Sweet potato fries with cinnamon and Brown sugar, Cream cheese sauce topped w/ Chives! OMGOODNESS!!! Then The Perfect Pizza totally lived up to its name. Oven baked Flatbread, marinara from the gods, old world pepperoni, fresh mozzarella and peppadew peppers. I added chorizo. Deeeeeeeeelicious! Soooo good!“

“had such a wonderful experience at Seasons 52! My husband and I came here for dinner and really enjoyed everything from the atmosphere to the food and service.
The restaurant has a beautiful, elegant atmosphere without feeling overly formal, which made it perfect for a nice dinner together. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can really tell that a lot of attention goes into both the ingredients and the way each dish is prepared.
The service was also excellent — friendly, attentive, and professional without making us feel rushed. We were able to relax, enjoy our dinner, and have a really nice evening together.
I also loved that the menu has plenty of options while still feeling thoughtful rather than overwhelming. And definitely save room for dessert!
Overall, we had a great experience and left very happy with our choice. Seasons 52 is definitely a place we would come back to for another date night or special occasion. Highly recommend!“

“Magnifica vista ☺️y la atención es A-1“