Mouthwatering Restaurants in Indianapolis

"This is solely based on my 30 minutes there while I was on a call sitting at the bar drinking two old fashions. Service was great, bartender let me choose my whiskey for the old fashion. Was checked on quoted often between the two bartenders and host since it was between service hours (3:45pm). The gal next to me from out of town ordered some sides of Mac n Cheese, Asparagus and French Fries for her meal and it did smell delicious."

"We visit this place every time we are in town. It's consistently delicious. Clean restaurant with friendly servers! It never disappoints! We have been faithful customers through out the years and it's been a delight. I didn't take many photos but everything we have tried has been so tasty. Will be back in the morning!"

"If you want a very unique and different burger/sandwich and ABSOLUTELY love it, Kuma's is the place to go! The best thing about this place is that it's nothing like anywhere else, from their drinks, to their specials that change monthly, to the merchandise they sell! I love it all! I had no idea what to expect from the Sourvein burger considering it had chicken and waffles on it, but I knew it was going to be delicious! (Hence my face lol) My wife's Mac & Cheese was delicious as well and it was HUGE (this was only the small)!"

"Can't say enough AMAZING things about Four Day Ray! We've visited twice in the past month.They have great happy hour deals and delicious food. Their outdoor and indoor seating are all lovely and the servers are upbeat and friendly.Eating a gluten free, bunless burger isn't necessarily the most fun thing, but this burger was outstanding. I'm already thinking through how I can replicate bacon, fig, and goat cheese on a burger at home this weekend.We'll be back anytime we are in Fishers!"

"Pickiest eater ever says "10/10!"But seriously, we came here on a Sunday for their Sunday Brunch Menu, he loved the bfast burrito, I had the philly seitan cheesesteak, and our 3rd smashed the vegan bs and gs. Everyone was ridiculously nice too. Aplus."

"Went there for lunch with some friends today. I had the fish and chips, they had the tenderloin sandwich. Everything was simply amazing! My fish was absolutely crispy on the outside, tender, and juicy on the inside. The house made tartar sauce made the dish complete. It was accompanied by housemaid fries, which were absolutely fantastic. I wish I had thought to take a picture before I devoured my lunch. The service is always fantastic at this place. I love going there in the summer when you can sit on the patio. But the inside is beautifully decorated with amazing murals and just an overall great vibe."

"Our waiter was super knowledgeable and funny. The food was amazing, the drinks were top notch and the building was decked out for Halloween. This was an extremely fun experience, made better by the people who masterfully work here."

"oh my, I can't believe my last review was almost 3 years ago! Went last Monday (7/15/24) and we got there at a perfect time it was not busy at all. Since I'd been there last, there's now a bike lane on east bound 22nd, but there is still parking on the west side in the street and a lot, and on the north side of 22.The large patio was open, but it was a little hot out, so we ate inside at one of hte large yellow booths. Today was order at the counter & then they bring it to your table. This time, I had the Bam Burger ( a smashed single with cheese & their "bam" sauce, and onion rings. I also got a side of their sunday sauce for the o'rings -- which is ranch, honey mustard & bbq mixed. The fries were maybe just a tad over done, but they had decent pieces of onion inside and it was tasty. I enjoyed the burger.#yum #ReviewsByRL"

"Went to the tap today and we had a huge group. They were able to get us settled in super quick and before we knew it we had waters and ordered appetizers. Our server Tessa ripped through all of or orders and usually I would expect something to be wrong but everything was perfect! The garlic parm wings were spectacular. Ate so quick I forgot to take pictures"

"How have I waited this long to try The Oakmont?! Don't make the same mistake I did! Get online, book a reservation, and go there ASAP! In anticipation of a full crowd for brunch on New Year's morning, I made sure to RSVP ahead of time. I'm glad I did because people were being turned away as walk-in's. Just play it on the safe side and book a table in advance if at all possible. There is also outdoor seating available and it looks like there was a heater along one side of the tables, but that just isn't my jam during the winter months.Having never previously been to The Oakmont, I stopped in my tracks as soon as I entered the door. This place looks amazing! Neon signs, artwork right on the cinderblock walls, antiques, art, and a live DJ???? I'm in heaven, and there is a full bar and pancake portions as big as a Prius!!My friend opted for the French Toast, which was anything but your basic breakfast entrée. It's piled high in toast slices, slathered in syrup, generously dusted with powdered sugar, and covered in fresh fruit and full strips of bacon. Shut up and take my money!!! I opted for their version of the espresso martini and the breakfast tacos. Holy cow! That cocktail was extra boozy and so fabulous! The steak in my breakfast tacos was tender and generously seasoned. So yummy with the aïoli and scrambled eggs!Located right off of Mass Ave, parking was easy enough to find along the road as the few spots they have in their private lot were full. All the staff was super attentive, efficient, and hospitable. Seriously, this menu looks off the charts amazing! I'll definitely need to come back a few more times to try some of the other entrées and cocktails that caught my attention.Thanks for helping us bring in 2025 with a swanky brunch and fun club music! See you again soon, Oakmont!"

"My experience here was easily 5 out of 5. Food, service & ambience was all top notch!I had the Sammy's Cuban with slaw. This Cuban had pulled pork AND ham with Swiss cheese and grilled pineapple. The sourdough bun perfectly grilled topped this bad boy off! This is an exceptionally delicious Cuban!My son had the Party of 3. He got to pick 3 burger styles to try. He selected: Anthony Munoz legendary burger: a mix of beef burger and chorizo, bacon, corn fritters, pepper Jack cheese, greens and tomato. Wow! Luncho burger: mozzarella cheese chimichurri sauce, lettuce and tomato. Ooo! Fire in the Hole burger. Not super hot but it was one great burger. Pepper Jack cheese, chipotle adobo, breaded jalapeño, field greens and tomato.We also had Mexican street corn and fiesta fries. Both were unique and delicious!As Arnold said, 'I'll be back!'"

"An Indianapolis legend - certified by G. Fieri himself! The Eastside of Indianapolis has its gems but this is for sure the best of them all. You can make a reservation or try to wait in line at some trendier places in Fountain Square or downtown but they got nothing on the Steer-In. Seat yourself after you park in the massive parking lot, better food and none of the difficulty. Value is unbeatable, you'll walk out of here thinking you beat inflation like you are J. Powell himself. Coffee is not great but it's standard diner fare, you're here for calories anyway. Breakfast is your best move but don't sleep on the later options. Best meatloaf in town and they even have pizza."

"Love this place. They have a great special on Wednesdays for a fillet dinner. The ambiance is nice, the staff is kind and helpful and we always enjoy our meals."

"Great food great service great view. Enjoyed my dinner here and to see all the memorabilia from rowing to football to boxing to car racing and baseball. A must go to when visiting Cincinnati . Don't miss out on the graters ice cream too. Nothing you have ever tasted. Parking is easy!! Make reservations. Trust!"

"I have been here a few times now and I am NEVER disappointed. My daughter brought me here & it is easy to see why she loves it so much!The food has amazing flavors!Fresh. Vibrant. Nice sized portions.. I could go on & on!Plenty of parking and clean bathrooms Why haven't you visited?Thank you so very much for a pleasent & mouth watering meal every time! It is very precious time with my daughter & I am grateful for a superb place to go & catch up with her & her husband!((( thank you )))"

"You just have to love the atmosphere. I have been to a number of old pubs in England and this harkens back to those days. The lobby and the restaurant are so darn comforting that I hate to leave. Mariemont, itself, is modeled after an old English village concept by Mary Emery. The Exemplar restaurant sits inside the Mariemont Inn - an old half-timbered and brick building.The food is some of the best in the area. I go often just for their omelettes and variations of eggs Benedict. I eat out almost every day and this warm, inviting, and comfortable place is on the top of my list. The quality is consistent. In addition, the wine list is varied - in a good way. I especially like the Chateau Montelena and the Super Tuscan. I strongly recommend that you give the National Exemplar a try."

"Got the Barvarian Pretzel for the appetizer. Bone in Ribeye with baked potato, side salad with ranch and Brussel sprouts and the cheese cake for desert. Service was exceptional. Quick and friendly. Very nice atmosphere. Dont let Tavern in the name fool you. Blinkers is awesome. The bone in Ribeye was one of the best steaks I've ever had. Cooked to perfection. Add the garlic butter. I can't get over how good it was. Thier homemade ranch was excellent. The Pretzel was huge salty and good. We will be back for sure. Oh oh. The cheesecake was some of the best I've had."

"one of the better smash burgers I've had in a long time! Our server was super friendly and gave us a quick lay of the land since we hadn't previously visited. Wife and I each enjoyed a smash burger and a beverage. The food was certainly fresh cooked, came out in a reasonable time despite it being very busy. The burgers had a ton of flavor, cooked to perfection... the onion rings and tater tots were also delicious, i'll be back!"

"This place was absolutely amazing. We went during happy hour and had the lobster shrimp and sushi! It is such an amazing low place in the little town. We'll definitely be back."

"When I first walked in and found out, it was a vegan restaurant. I almost turned around and went out. However I was very nicely met by the young man that waited on me and described several things on the menu, which I chose one of the tofu type salad that was actually very good. To my surpriseIn a nice casual setting and the price was good!I would definitely go here again"

"Visited Mad Mikes today.after reading some of the reviews, both good and bad, I had to try it for myself. I had the Big Tex Burger and fries. The sandwich was huge! And it was flavorful . Was it the absolute best hamburger that I have ever eaten; not really but it was good and filling. The fries were good and abundant. The price for my meal was very affordable, I was very pleased with the cost of my meal. Other comments were disparaging about the decor; this is a renovated storefront that was clean and well maintained. While it was not the heavily decorated chain restaurants if you are more concerned about where you eat than what you eat this may not be the place for you. I consider this a hole in the wall restaurant and I like it! Good food and plenty of it what else do you want?"

"The Tap is conveniently located downtown, making it a great spot to visit. They offer good food options and an impressive variety of drinks. A solid choice for a meal or a night out!"

"Outstanding house crafted cocktails, incredible filet, and a great atmosphere! Grab a seat at the bar and watch the bartenders perform their magic!"

"First time at this location and the first time back in years. I didn't have a good experience downtown Indy, but this time was delicious. I can say the service and staff were good along with the food.Salmon scramble with potatoes and pancakes were hands down amazing. Red velvet French toast. Heard it was amazing. Plate cleaned.Create your own Omelet. No complaints in this area.We will definitely be back."

"This restaurant serves food cafeteria style. They have a huge parking lot and it consists of 2 sides. The front side of the restaurant is where you will find the kitchen style dining room, with tons of seating. The other side is where you can get to-go food. This part has its own special designated parking spots. I went to the dining part. This is where you go through a cafeteria line and sort through pies, entrees, sides, bread and drinks. I got the meatloaf, with sides of creamed potatoes and stuffing. Of course I got a slice of their pecan pie, since I had heard so much about their desserts.The staff there is very friendly and helpful. They have staff working the floor, cleaning tables and bringing people refill drinks and to-go containers. I found me a table after going through the line and started to dig in. My meal was mediocre at best, even for cafeteria food. It looked SOOOO much better than it tasted. The meatloaf was pretty bad. It had an odd taste to it. The stuffing was even worse. I could not even finish it. The deviled eggs were decent. I have had better and I have had worse.Then there was the pie. It was exquisite, well worth the price of admission. That is the only highlight of what was a blahhh meal. The pie definitely lived up to the hype. I highly recommend their pies.I found the food not only bland, but also a bit on the pricey end. I dropped $30 there. Oh well, at least I had the pie. I would probably check out another eatery, if I was considering this place. On the flip side though, I would run, not walk here, to get my hands on one of those pies (they are pricey too, though)."

"A step into Cincy history always a good time. Service and food very good. Crowded sometimes but in a fun way."

"If you're in the mood for a massive burger and some killer fries, Gordos is the place to go. This spot has a menu full of unique burgers that are guaranteed to fill you up. The patties are thick, juicy, and come with all sorts of toppings. The fries are golden and crispy, making them the perfect side.The vibe at Gordos is laid-back, with a dive bar feel. There's a parking lot right next to the restaurant, so it's super easy to get in and out. If you're into big burgers, great fries, and a no-frills atmosphere, Gordos is the spot for you."

"Okay this is definitely my first visit but Ruth really surpassed my expectations! Customer service, ambience, food were outstanding! First things first one step in and you feel you are transported to a very royal, classy place. Then the service was so quick and easy! The food was a fixed menu but my salmon and even the mashed potatoes were to die for. The icing on the cake was the dessert which was swoon worthy chocolate mousse and delicious rich cheesecake. We just enjoyed our meal so much that I was in a food coma for hours later! Our end of year party was stellar thanks to Ruth! I highly recommend Ruth for team outings or anything else! Just try! Worth your dime."

"Amazing food, all fresh and no preservatives added. The Prime Rim Breakfast was great and filling. Service was excellent and the setting was excellent."

"Wow, this place is just awesome. I guess that explains why they have been around 100+ years. They have a menu and plan that works . Staff is kind, efficient and knowledgeable. Did I mention food is cheap? Our entire meal for 2 people was $13.72. That included hot dogs, drinks & a piece of pie! Take time to chat with staff and learn the history of the business and building. IRS just fascinating."

"Amazing place! Looks like I just walked into a movie! The food is delicious and the soda is the best soda I've ever tasted, and I don't drink soda often because of the nasty after taste. The food was quick to make and presented very well."

"AMAZING food. Service was kinda slow but overall was delicious. I would highly recommend this place to others."

"Drakes is a cornucopia of flavors.Upon first view, the menu at Drake's is a bit confusing. I don't know of too many places where you can get fried bologna, seared salmon, and a sushi roll all at once. Somehow, it all works. I love the casual bar feel and the ample space available at Drake's. I can't imagine an outfit that would be out of place, and the menu is broad enough to match almost anyone's taste. This is definitely a place for friends. If you haven't popped in yet, it's worth a visit."

"If you love BBQ, especially Baby Back Ribs, this is your local Cincy 'go-to' spot! A national award-winning (probably world famous) recipe for those who've traveled to/thru The Queen City; I grew up here so am biased, however Montgomery Inn (Original location or Boathouse downtown), will not disappoint, nor will you leave hungry - oh SO GOOD!! Overall 4.5 rated experience for excellent foods, dining ambience, friendly service and local memorabilia. If ordering Ribs, expect to pay ~$28-35pp for an entree, but their menu is extensive so plenty to choose from meats to seafood etc. Recommend reservations if coming on weekend nights or with a group.Started with a cold beverage, they have a local Ted's "red" craft brew that's on tap, or full bar options. Munch on their house-made Saratoga chips and/or Onion straws (get a combo) with famous BBQ sauce dip - fantastic and crispy! Other starters available as well.For dinner, I ordered the "full" slab of 12-13 Ribs (1/2 slab 6-7 ribs), slow cooked to perfection! My eyes were bigger than my stomach because I could only finish 1/2 my order ... amazing, flavorful, sweet and savory BBQ melts in your mouth. And yes, leftovers cold or re-warmed are great! My side dish was the loaded baked potato, which was tasty and filling as well, but other sides of a veggie, mac-n-cheese, fries, sweet potato also available. And ask for a bib to avoid spilling sauce on your shirt!If you make it to dessert, they have a couple flavors of Graeters Ice Cream, another local and nationally known favorite, oh yeah!!Don't miss Montgomery Inn if visiting Cincinnati, a must-go spot for BBQ foodies! ENJOY!!!"

"I was here for a meeting with some of my alumni before they had to leave for college, we ordered our food and it came out pretty fast! I enjoyed the chicken sandwich with fries, it was very tasty! I also get training wheels for spice, because while I enjoy spice, I don't want my sinus draining as I eat.Love how it's decorated there is a fun mix of lights colors and other interesting decor. Check them out if you are in the ft square area."