21 Best Southern Restaurants in Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Wings with Greens Mac and Cheese and Cornbread Chicken Greens and Baked Beans
Southern Fried Chicken with Collard Greens and Mac N Cheese
Minnie Sue's Chicken & Dumplings
Peach Cobbler Waffle & Chicken
Sweet Potato Cheesecake
Fried Chicken Pot Pie
Smothered Pork Chops
Bourbon Creamed Corn
Macaroni and Cheese
Turkey Manhattan

“Best Soul Food in the state of Indiana!?Grilled Cajun Catfish,mac & cheese,collard greens,customer service???“

4.6 Superb597 Reviews

Customers` Favorites

Baked Beans & Pulled Pork Sandwich
Chicken and Churros Waffles
Churro Waffle & Chicken
Sweet Potato Cheesecake
Candied Sweet Potatoes
Cajun Grilled Catfish
Fried Chicken Pot Pie
Bourbon Creamed Corn
Chicken and Waffles
Greens and Cornbread

“Amazing food, Chef James and his staff are welcoming and friendly. I have been here seven times and I will keep coming back. I take all of my out of town guests here, I truly think this place is the heart of Indy.

You can’t go wrong with any of their sides: I personally always get the cabbage, green beans, collared greens, corn, mac. For entrees I love the catfish and. burnt ends. Always finished with their peach cobbler. Everytime!“

4.6 Superb229 Reviews
Doc B's Restaurant Bar • $$
8702 Keystone Crossing #127-A, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cheesecake with a Traditional NY Style Filling
Rob's Double Decker Chocolate Cake
Honey Truffle Crispy Chicken
Our Famous’ Candied Bacon
Oven-Roasted Chicken Wings
Gelato Ice Cream Cookies
Mama B’S Chicken Parm
Danish Barbecue Ribs
Chicken Wok Out Bowl
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

“Our first time here, short wait time, our waitress was great but the food! It was delish plus and so fresh tasting… I recommend the sweet potato chips and made fresh to order guacomole… we had the street tacos, chicken with mango salsa and spiced street corn ! It’s an hour and a half drive but one we will make again!“

4.4 Superb638 Reviews
T Street Eatz Southern • $
City Market, 222 E Market St, Indianapolis

“I finally got the chance to stop in to check them out at the Central Library, and my experience could not have been better! The lovely barista was so lovely to chat with, and the mocha was beyond belief! The perfect blend of chocolate and coffee, without being super sweet. And the prices are very reasonable, compared to many of the local shops around downtown. Do yourself a favor, go to the library, grab yourself a book, and try their coffee! They also have a seating area, so you can enjoy a nice, quiet moment to yourself, should you like. Next time I'll get some food as well, and will report back on that. (I will say, even though I didn't eat, the smells at the cafe were heavenly, so I imagine it will be a delightful meal!) Thanks again, and stay wonderful!“

5 Superb57 Reviews
Dick's Last Resort - Indianapolis Southern • $$
111 W Maryland St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Extreme Brownie Meltdown
Dick's Huge 12 Wiener
Dick's Sampler Platta
Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Chicky Fry'd Chicky
Chicken Sandwich
Steak and Shrimp
Mashed Potatoes
Crybaby Burger
Sampler Platter

“Always have a blast! Love the banter! Staff is awesome! Food is good!“

4.3 Superb606 Reviews
Joella's Hot Chicken - Indianapolis Southern • $
4715 E 96th St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Fav Chicken Tenders and Mac N Cheese
Jumbo Tenders \u0026 Waffles
Chicken Tenders and Fries
Jumbo Tenders & Waffles
Joella's Dinner Special
Pimento Chicken Sammie
Tenders Sides & Sauces
Macaroni and Cheese
Parm Garlic Fries
Chicken Waffles

“chicken here is the best!“

4.3 Superb434 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
3450 W 86th St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Olivia's Old Southwest Chicken Salad Sandwich
Buttercream Frosted Flower Cookie
Pimento Chix Salad on Croissant
Chicken Salad on Croissant
Red Velvet Cake Slice
Chicken Salad Melt
Chicken Salad blt
Scoop or Sandwich
Chicken Sandwich
Buffalo Barclay

“Wow!
Other employees at my establishment highly recommended this place.
I opted for a the Olivia's Old South Scoop and the Maui Mama for my first purchase.
Both are incredible! If you like soft sweet heat, the Maui scoop is for you! Just enough kick, but not harsh, and the pineapple sets it off!
Kathy introduced herself to me personally, she was very warm and welcoming. I was very impressed.
Julie made sure to educate me on the history of this chain and set me up with rewards.
I will definitely be returning!“

4.4 Superb135 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Southern • $
8635 S Emerson Ave, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Loaded Potato Soup Mac and Cheese
Chicken Salad blt Sandwich
Kickin' Kelli Cranberry
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Macaroni and Cheese
Olivia's Old South
Scoop or Sandwich
Baked Potato Soup
Broccoli Salad

“First time to go to Chicken Salad Chicks, and we loved it ! Pleasant ordering service and advice on the choices, and great lunch. We will definitely keep this restaurant on our go to list. A plus service, atmosphere and food!“

4.1 Good125 Reviews
Greens N Things Southern • $$
4815 Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Smothered Chicken Wing Dinner
Fried Potatoes No Onions
Smothered Chicken Wings
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Salmon Croquettes
Catfish Sandwich
Piece of Chicken
Banana Pudding
Ribtip Dinner
Mac & Cheese

“foods fire. they treat customers like family they haven't seen in a while. just wanna feed ya. very professional environment.“

3.8 Good209 Reviews
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar Southern • $$
320 S Alabama St Ste A, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Mac-N-Cheese Waffles with Asheville Hot Fried Chicken
Asheville Hot Fried Chicken with Mac-N-Cheese Waffles
Sriracha Honey Fried Chicken \u0026 Waffles
Asheville Hot with Mac-N-Cheese Waffles
Sriracha Honey Fried Chicken & Waffles
Country Fried Chicken and Waffles
Tupelo's Shrimp \u0026 Grits GF
Cast Iron Pimento Cheese Dip
Famous Fried Green Tomatoes
Tupelo's Shrimp & Grits GF

“Had the best experience thanks to our waitress Whitney! I’ve never experienced such great service! She was so genuine, kind and funny. She literally mad the meal and experience one of the best I’ve had in a while. If there’s an employee of the month, Whitney deserves it!!“

4 Good564 Reviews
The Eagle Mass Ave Chicken • $$
310 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Homemade Biscuits with Blackberry Jam and Honey Butter
Sweet Potato Crock with Toasted Mini Marshmallows
Fried Chicken Sandwich with Spoonbread
Mac and Cheese with Chicken Breast
Fried Chicken and Mac & Cheese
New Fried Chicken Night
Iron Skillet Cornbread
The Eagle Family Meal
Shrimp \u0026 Grits
Fried Chicken blt

“We had a late evening dinner after a big win at the track. The entire meal was incredible and our server was the best! This meal made for a great Grand Finale to our epic weekend in Indy. Thank you for making our family feel loved and celebrated. We will always remember your kindness.“

4.5 Superb836 Reviews
Diamond's Coney Island Inside of Premier Ultra Lounge Indianapolis American • $
10202 E Washington St Ste.790, Indianapolis

“Nice spot to have fun at and enjoy yourself“

4.2 Good33 Reviews
Mississippi Belle | Soul Soul Food • $$
2170 E 54th St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Chicken and Macaroni and Cheese Greens and Greens
Roast Beef Mac and Cheese and Sweet Potatoes
Fried Chicken Sweet Potato and Collard Greens
Sweet Potatoes Mashed Potatoes Fried Corn
Side - Side of Macaroni \u0026 Cheese
Extra Hot Water Cornbread 2 pcs
Side - Macaroni \u0026 Cheese
Smothered Pork Chops
Baked Chicken Dinner
Macaroni & Cheese

“This place is the bomb dot com and both Kisha and Keisha have excellent customer service skills. The restaurant is extremely clean, the food is hot, delicious and fresh, there is enough seating for large groups and you will not be disappointed. All of the food is worth the prices and the corn casserole is one of my favorites. Just don’t forget to bring cash since they take cash only. The sweet potato pie is banging also so don’t get a slice but a whole pie so you won’t regret it when you get home with just one slice. We will definitely return to enjoy some good food and great conversation. I highly recommend this place for some good home cooked meals. I give them 10 stars!“

4.1 Good288 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
2340 Post Dr, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Cheeseburger with Fries and Cole Slaw
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Momma's French Toast Breakfast
Fried Chicken and Dumplins
Momma's Pancake Breakfast
Momma's Breakfast Platter
Macaroni \u0026 Cheese
The Barrel Cheeseburger
Cracker Barrel Sampler

“Service was so much better than 6 months ago. Steak was cooked to perfection.“

4.1 Good565 Reviews
Chicken Salad Chick Chicken • $
6159 N Keystone Ave Suite A-100, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Egg Salad Croissant Sandwich and Pasta Salad
Buttercream Frosted Flower Cookie
Salad Dine in: Yes Takeout: Yes
Buffalo Chicken Salad Croissant
Strawberry Pecan Summer Salad
Sandwich and Mac and Cheese
Meal - Turkey Club Sandwich
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Spicy Pimento Cheese
Chicken Salad Melt

“Good food great atmosphere“

4 Good134 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
3840 Eagle View Dr, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Country Fried Steak Baked Potato Broccoli Biscuit Tea
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Scrambled Eggs & Potatoes Cassarole
Country Fried Steak and Eggs
Grandma's Sampler Platter
Grilled Chicken Tenders
Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Southern Fried Chicken
Chicken Fried Chicken
Hashbrown Casserole

“Great food, affordable prices, cozy atmosphere, and good service! Love the gift shop“

4 Good579 Reviews
Jimmies Soulfood & More Soul Food • $
8329 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Teriyaki Chicken & Broccoli
Fried Turkey Chop Sandwich
Cornbread Muffins
Mac and Cheese
Cornbread
Meatloaf
Fries

“Fast service, fresh amazing food!“

3.4 Good126 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
4350 E Southport Rd, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Ham Scrabbled Eggs & Hashbrowns on Grilled Sourdough
The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Allday Pancake Breakfast Family Meal
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
The Susie Sandwich Special
Momma's Pancake Breakfast
Southern Fried Chicken
Chicken Fried Chicken
Hashbrown Casserole
Country Fried Steak

“My wife and I had breakfast at the Southport restaurant this morning and received amazing service and kindness from your waiter; a young man... Eliyahot Yahsha. He helped to make our day a pleasant one indeed!. The next time we visit this restaurant, we are going to seek him out for serving us. Thank you Eliyahot!“

4 Good791 Reviews
Slim Chickens Chicken • $
5730 W 86th St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Brownie Pudding Jar Dessert and Praline Pumpkin Cheesecake Jar Dessert
Chicken Tenders French Fries and Toast
Cayenne Ranch Chicken Sandwich Meal
Strawberry Cheesecake Jar Dessert
8 Wing Meal and Chick's Meal
Crispy Chicken Sandwich Meal
Crispy Chicken Sandwich Box
Gallon of Raspberry Tea
Chicken Club Sandwich
Chicken Tenders Meal

“Excellent experience on my first visit, they know what they doing 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥“

3.9 Good238 Reviews
O'Charley's Restaurant & Bar American • $
6930 S Emerson Ave, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Family Meal Salad with Ranch & Honey Mustard Dressing to-Go
Bacon Cheeseburgers & Chicken Tenders Family-Style Meal
O'Charley's Famous Chicken Tenders Dinner
Honey-Drizzled Southern Fried Chicken
Southern Pecan Chicken Tender Salad
Carolina Gold BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Original Chicken Tenders Platter
Chicken Tenders Combo Platter
Hand-Breaded Catfish Dinner
Prime Rib Steakhouse Burger

“Group of 8 went for lunch. Service was very prompt and they did a great job getting out food in a reasonable time and all was fresh. Our waitress, Krissy, made sure to check on us & watched to make sure our drinks were refilled. Can see why this location stayed open when others have closed“

3.8 Good373 Reviews
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill Buffet • $
6102 W 38th St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Fried Catfish with Lima Beans Meatloaf and Green Beans
Homemade Mashed Potatoes
Sweet Potato Casserole
Steak and Potatoes
Rotisserie Chicken
Chocolate Fountain
Carrot Cake Slice
Macaroni & Cheese
Butterfly Shrimp
Steak Potatoes

“A little bit of this and a little bit that!! ♥️“

3.7 Good472 Reviews