Must-see restaurants in Indianapolis

  • Milktooth

    Indianapolis

    Breakfast lovers of the world unite at artsy Milktooth, a can't-miss morning hot spot set in a tchotchke-peppered garage. In 2015, Jonathan Brooks was…

  • Tinker Street

    Indianapolis

    Fork into seasonal dishes such as Indiana mushroom stroganoff with pappardelle, sherry, crème fraîche and parsley pistou or an incredible pork belly with…

  • St Elmo's

    Indianapolis

    This nearly 120-year-old carnivore haunt is Indy's best – and one of its only – independent steakhouses. It receives consistent accolades for service,…

  • Sinking Ship

    Indianapolis

    This rock 'n' roll craft-beer pub has Indy's heart, serving up innovative vegan and vegetarian fare until 2am, when most (drunk!) vegans are relegated to…

  • City Market

    Indianapolis

    A smattering of food stalls fill the city's old marketplace, which dates from 1886. The 2nd-floor bar (open 2pm to 9pm Monday to Thursday and noon to 9pm…

  • Bluebeard

    Indianapolis

    James Beard–nominated chef Abbi Merriss creates the city's most raved about upscale comfort food. Her daily changing menus call on the freshest local…

  • Gray Brothers Cafeteria

    Indianapolis

    Cafeterias are an Indiana tradition, but most have disappeared – except for Gray Brothers. Enter the time-warped dining room, grab a blue tray and behold…

  • Public Greens

    Indianapolis

    The on-site micro-farm raises kale, beets, eggs and other ingredients for this eatery's homey dishes; 100% of the profits are then plowed back into the…

  • Bazbeaux

    Indianapolis

    A local favorite, Bazbeaux offers an eclectic pizza selection, such as the 'Tchoupitoulas,' topped with Cajun shrimp and andouille sausage. Muffaletta …

  • Mug 'N' Bun

    Indianapolis

    The mugs are frosted and filled with a wonderful home-brewed root beer. The buns contain burgers, chili dogs and juicy pork tenderloins (Indy's best!)…