Traveling to the Circle City? Book your table now at these premier independent eateries that define the Indianapolis food landscape.

Order online from local legends serving everything from world-famous spicy shrimp to authentic Thai street food.

Whether you need a fine dining reservation for a business dinner or a quick lunch pickup near the Cultural Trail, these non-chain gems offer the quality and character you crave.

Check out the top-rated menus below and experience why Indy is a rising star in the gourmet world!

  1. St. Elmo Steak House – 127 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225

  2. Bluebeard – 653 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203

  3. Mama Carolla’s Old Italian Restaurant – 1031 E 54th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220

  4. Milktooth – 534 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203

  5. The Eagle Mass Ave – 310 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46204

  6. Livery – 720 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202

  7. Shapiro’s Delicatessen – 808 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46225

  8. BODHI — Craft Bar + Thai Bistro – 922 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202

  9. Vida – 601 E New York St, Indianapolis, IN 46202

  10. Tinker Street – 602 N Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

  11. The Rathskeller – 401 E Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

  12. Bazbeaux Pizza – 333 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46204

  13. Harry & Izzy’s – 153 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225

  14. Workingman’s Friend – 234 N Belmont Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46222

  15. Iozzo’s Garden of Italy – 946 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46225

  16. His Place Eatery – 6916 E 30th St, Indianapolis, IN 46219

  17. Gallery Pastry Shop – 4573 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205

  18. The Fountain Room – 830 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46204

  19. Root & Bone – 4601 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 4620

  20. Ale Emporium – 8617 Allisonville Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46250

  21. Oakleys Bistro – 1464 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260

  22. Beholder – 1844 E 10th St, Indianapolis, IN 46201

  23. Festiva – 1217 E 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46202

  24. Delicia – 5215 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220

  25. K-Abejas Callejeras – 1024 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203

  26. Aroma Indian Cuisine – 501 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203

  27. Bacca – 1035 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202

  28. Rick’s Cafe Boatyard – 4050 Dandy Trail, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Choosing these independent restaurants guarantees an authentic, high-value experience that supports the local Indianapolis culinary community.

From historic steak houses to modern Latin bistros, these spots provide the unique flavors and expert service that savvy travelers demand.