DINING GUIDE 2010
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Breakfast & Brunch ................................................................................ 5 BBQ, Burgers & Dogs ............................................................................. 5 Delis & Sandwiches ................................................................................ 6 Dinner & Drinks ..................................................................................... 7 Cafes & Bistros ..................................................................................... 11 Fine Dining ........................................................................................... 15 Pasta & Pizza ........................................................................................ 19 Seafood................................................................................................. 22 Cajun/Creole .........................................................................................22 Central/South American ...................................................................... 23 Greek Mediterranean .......................................................................... 24 Indian ....................................................................................................26 North African/Middle Eastern ............................................................ 27 Thai .......................................................................................................28 Japanese/Sushi .....................................................................................29 Index of listings .................................................................................... 33 Menus ...................................................................................................35
INTRODUCTION Autumn has long been a time associated with food here in Indiana. Even though few of us continue to mark our calendar by the harvest season, we do begin to see a change in local food offerings this time of year – and that’s just fine by us at NUVO! Invigorated by the options available in seasonal menus, we’ve once again focused our annual NUVO Dining CityGuide on the local restaurants—particularly those that use local, sustainable resources for as much of the menu as possible. Our choices for inclusion are also steered by the annual NUVO Best of Indy Readers’ Poll. You will find all of this year’s winners here along with many other favorites. And just to make sure we’re all expanding our horizons, we’ve thrown in a good number of new places that we’ve discovered over the past year worth recommending. What ever craving you’re looking to satisfy at your next meal, we hope these 100+ local pubs, cafes, bistros and restaurants offer a good starting point. As always, feel free to drop us a line and let us know if we’ve missed your favorite.
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BREAKFAST & BRUNCH
Best Bet Breakfast Noblesville’s Best Bet Breakfast & Lunch offers the pinnacle of comfort food: a 5-pound breakfast amalgamation otherwise known as the Double All In. Ingredients include: two orders of potatoes, half a carton of fried eggs, a pound of sausage and diced ham, loads of cheddar cheese, and a perfect trifecta of onions, green peppers and jalapeños. Pair that with a basket of unlimited buttered Texas toast and homemade fried cinnamon biscuits, and you’ve got enough love oozing through your veins to keep you high for the next 30 minutes that you’ll be awake. 14300 Mundy Dr., 776-1136 $ Café Patachou Billing itself as the “student union for adults since 1989,” Café Patachou’s original location at the corner of Pennsylvania and 49th Street in the Meridian-Kessler neighborhood has been serving up some of the most delicious breakfast and brunch options, quickly and mostly affordably, for more than two decades. While the family of Patachou dining establishments has expanded over the years to now include
Napolese and Petit Chou, the original café (with a brand-new expanded dining room and snazzy outdoor patio) is a neighborhood kitchen with sophisticated tastes. Take a morning to discover the goodness for yourself. www.cafepatachou.com, 4911 N. Pennsylvania St., 925-2823 $$ Good Morning Mama’s Cafe Celebration is what you get at Good Morning Mama’s Café. Once again, the Leuers of Mama Carolla’s (the funky, homestyle restaurant next door to the Café) have bucked conventional wisdom. In this case, they’ve taken hold of what used to be a garage for import car repairs and given it a lively makeover. It’s now a fanciful retro-themed joint, employing chrome embellishments, plenty of Fiesta Ware and bright, primary colors. The breakfast menu offers all the traditional dishes — eggs, pancakes, French toast, bacon, etc. — but there are also some original combinations, like the 1940’s Omelet made with fried Spam, onions and Cheese Whiz with a drizzled Marinara sauce. www.goodmorningmamas.com, 1001 E. 54th St., 255-3800 $
Le Peep This place has been an Indy breakfast mainstay for years. Some mornings we wake up and all we can think about eating is Le Peep’s French Toast and/ or the one of the pan-handled skillet dishes, most notably The Wanderer, comprised of peasant potatoes, bacon, onions, tomatoes and combo cheese, topped with two basted eggs. (Healthier options as well are available as well.) The downtown location is a great spot to fill up on the grub before embarking on the journey south to Lucas Oil Stadium. Service is always top-notch and full of smiles. www.lepeep.com, 301 N. Illinois St., 237-3447 $-$$ Peppy Grill Open 24 hours, you can’t go wrong popping into Peppy any time of day or night. Located in the Fountain Square Cultural District, a diverse crowd has been known to frequent the intimate dining room to order some classic, greasy diner food. The food is cheap and quick, but don’t get too full on the thick French fries and cheeseburgers and forget about the giant slices of pie. Friendly cooks and servers make Peppy a regular haunt for the downtown
crowd. Breakfast is a must, and don’t forget to pop a dollar into the jukebox. 1004 Virginia Ave., 637-1158 $
BBQ, BURGERS & DOGS 96th Street Steakburgers The best burger joints are usually the ones that just concentrate on making great burgers. Need proof? Check out the limited but legendary choices at 96th Street Steakburgers. Just a few options await patrons, but they are all guaranteed to be delicious. For those who are still watching their carbs, the burgers can be enjoyed as a lettuce wrap — but the best choice is upgrading your sandwich to a “Monster.” Here, the same great burger is served on a mustard grilled bun with a pile of grilled onions atop it. www.96thstreetsteakburgers.com, 4715 E. 96th St., 844-6351 $
Boogie Burger Boogie Burger rocks, plain and simple. So it came as no surprise to us that NUVO readers voted it home to the Best Burger in Indy this year. Broad Ripple’s little dining-car-of-a-restaurant-thatcould does lots of things well. There’s a basic burger that rookies might want
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Smokehouse on Shelby shines at Southern BBQ . to start with, but don’t wait long to venture into the condiment options which are all dwarfed by the bacon, but still good. Veggies and vegans don’t dismay. The black bean and soy options at Boogie Burger are excellent. Don’t forget an order of garlic fries or onion rings. www.boogieburger.com, 977 E. Westfield Blvd., 255-2540 $ King David Dogs King David Dogs has been operating out of a lovely old downtown storefront since 2006, but the place feels like it’s been there since the days when men wore white shirts to baseball games. The hot dogs served here are pure beef quarter pounders that are an arrestingly vivid red. They’re based on a local Hene Brothers recipe that dates to the 1940s. They are amazing. If you’re feeling adventurous (or not), you can choose from 18 different toppings (from pickles and ketchup to bacon and barbeque sauce) and have your dog any way you want. www.kingdavidsdogs.com, 15 N. Pennsylvania, 632-DOGS, $
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Their fried biscuits are delightfully reminiscent of New Orleans style beignets. Unlike beignets, they come without confectioner’s sugar in favor of the fresher, less sweet apple butter – a down home touch. www.fountainsquareindy.com, 1105 Shelby St., 685-1959 $$ Working Man’s Friend A downtown tavern with a reputation for serving the best burgers in the city means this place is always crowded at lunchtime. Located just on the other side of White River, between Washington and Michigan, the menu offerings here are classic and simple. Just go with the cheeseburger and onion rings, if you’re unsure. Looking for spice? The shrimp cocktail is surprisingly good. There’s a full bar menu, though an ice cold draft will do just fine. Leave the credit cards at home, it’s cash only here. 234 N. Belmont Ave., 636-2067 $
DELIS & SANDWICHES
Mug-n-Bun Did somebody say tenderloin sandwich? The Mug-n-Bun drive-in restaurant’s patty is pounded out wide, then fried to a crisp, just the way it should be. Some things that never change here: favorite onion rings, Dad’s root beer floats, dogs, fries, double cheeseburgers and more. Be sure to grab some cash (they don’t take credit cards) and eat a nice pork sandwich or a Coney dog covered in fried chili and wash it down with some homemade root beer in a thick, frosty mug. www.mug-n-bun.com, 5211 W. 10th St., 244-5669 $
Fat Dan’s Chicago Style Deli Dan Jarman, the owner of Fat Dan’s, likens his Broad Ripple Avenue nook to “the basement of a friend who can cook really well.” That does capture the ambience of the darkish place with its old neon bar signs, a chalkboard menu and the Super Atari racing game in the corner. And yes, the man can cook. Jarman smokes his wings for hours with a dry rub that locks in deep, almost indescribable flavor. The dipping sauces are mostly homemade, too. Also look out for Big Dan’s Double Brother Fat Burger, piled with a fried egg, homemade meat patties, cheese, fries and other fixin’s. www.fatdansdeli.com, 815 Broad Ripple Ave., 259-7777 $
Smokehouse on Shelby Located in the heart of Fountain Square, Smokehouse gets its sauces right. They’re so good you won’t be able to choose which you like best, so put ‘em both on one of the best pulled pork sandwiches you’re liable to find anywhere in town. It’ll melt in your mouth. You can also get wings, burgers and slabs of ribs – and a full complement of classic sides.
Goose the Market Indy’s gourmet food mecca, Goose supplies neighborhood-handy, locally produced food. From cold drinks to an exquisite meat counter to a café that offers sandwiches and soups, Goose the Market seems to have it all. If that’s not enough, stock up on fresh baguettes, grains and fun and funky flavors of gelato. Take a scoop of gelato for the ride home or grab a pint to share
Downtown’s fresh and eco-friendly Pita Pit. with loved ones. Also, be sure to visit the wine cellar with all bottles under $25. Beers and ales are also offered. www.goosethemarket.com, 2503 N. Delaware St., 924-4944 $-$$ Hoaglin to Go The perfect solution to the problem of getting good food fast, the geniuses at Hoaglin Catering opened a storefront on Mass Ave not long ago and we couldn’t be happier. Try brunch including omelets dressed with mushroom pate, hash browns sexed up as a wedge of layers and French toast in thick slabs of cake-like fruited bread. Feel free to supplement your meal or shopping cart with with such things as a sun-dried tomato pesto torte and countless other creations that will dazzle your dinner parties or wow your brunch guests. Dine in and enjoy or come in and create a menu to go. Great for take-out lunches and dinners too. www.hoaglinfinecatering.com, 448 Massachusetts Ave., 423-0300 $$ Pita Pit Diners who stop in for a bite to eat at the downtown location of Pita Pit can enjoy their meal knowing that the restaurant operates with an Earth-friendly mentality. It recently became the first — and only — green certified restaurant in the entire city of Indianapolis. As for the food, Pita Pit still serves up fresh and healthy options for diners searching for an alternative to greasy fast food. Their menu includes the Falafel pita with rolled chickpeas and spices and the Philly Steak pita. Their extensive menu also allows customers to create their own pitas with practically any toppings they want. www.pitapitusa.com, 1 N. Pennsylvania St., 829-7482 $ Ralph’s Great Divide With a “Sarcasm is a complimentary service” motto we’re thinking about borrowing, Ralph’s Great Divide also provides a great assortment of sandwiches, soups, and salads for reasonable prices. Order The Ethel, a stack of thinly sliced ham combined with smoked cheddar, lettuce, tomato and mayo on a toasted English muffin.
Or try the Q Club, a classic, including roasted turkey and bacon on toasted wheat. Ralph’s says its club sandwiches are a favorite for law enforcement officers and with a slogan that reads “Good Things Made Better,” that’s the whole truth and nothing but. 743 E. New York St., 637-2192 $ Shapiro’s Deli Shapiro’s has been the favorite deli of NUVO readers for at least 20 years, and won this category every single time we’ve taken your votes. According to the folks at Shapiro’s, they’ve only had a few simple goals since the place opened more than a century ago: “Cook good. Serve generously. Price modestly. People will come.” They might be on to something. The food is delicious, the portions are huge, the prices are mostly modest and the place is always packed. You can dine in or carry out; but don’t miss the bakery items either way. Cheescake is much better for you than corned beef. www.shapiros.com, 808 S. Meridian St., 631-4041
DINNER & DRINKS
Aristocrat The Aristocrat calls itself a neighborhood pub, but that neighborhood seems to encompass almost all of the city’s north side. It’s a comfortable environment with great liquid libations and a wonderful menu. The offerings show a sensible restraint, which plays to the kitchen’s traditional strengths, including British staples like Bangers and Mash and Shepherd’s Pie. Pasta dishes and the steaks are house specialties. Sister pubs owned by Rick Rising-Moore including the Elbow Room downtown and Union Jack in Broad Ripple offer similar experiences and menus. www.aristocratpub.com, 5212 N. College Ave., 259-5713 $$ Ball & Biscuit The Ball & Biscuit’s theme is nostalgic with items from the time of speakeasies. The drinks also harken to another time, in more ways than one. Hamhattan, Silver Gin Fizz, Sidecar and Aviation are all classic cocktails with small twists. But you’ve also seen them at Euphoria, the Indianapolis
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Barley Island Brewhouse Taking its name from the 17th century room in an alehouse in which beer was consumed, Barley Island produces some of the state’s best beer and serves it in several convenient locations. Up north there’s the Old World pub house where we first fell in love with the brew. Now there’s also a Broad Ripple tasting room. Barley Island has an emphasis on freshness the beer is made from scratch as well as many of the food items. Menus differ by location. Broad Ripple is smoke-free and has free wi-fi. www.barleyisland.com, 701 Broad Ripple Ave., 257-5600 $$ Binkley’s Kitchen and Bar New faces in the kitchen have revived this College Avenue bar and restaurant, which carries menus for just about any time of the day. Dinner
offerings include a healthy selection of salads, steaks, sandwiches, and pizzas, most available on the lunch menu as well. The brunch menu features hearty favorites, including three-egg omelets in vegetarian, Tex Mex and Binkley’sstyle biscuits and gravy, and the interesting Crab Cake Benedict. Stop in for a drink to wash down something tasty from the late night menu. www.binkleyskitchenandbar.com, 5902 N. College Ave., 722-8888 $$ Bourbon Street Distillery One of the last remnants of the Indiana Avenue of long ago, Bourbon Street recalls the jazz roots of Indianapolis in both its French Quarter architecture and its constant buzz. Plenty of drink specials and menu favorites such as the pulled pork sandwich, fish n’ chips, and cajun burger, plus ample indoor and outdoor seating for comfortable socializing and people watching, make this a must-stop for downtown goers. Get here early in good weather if you want to sit outside, which you do. www.bourbonstreetdistillery.com, 361 Indiana Ave., 636-3316 $ Brass Ring Although the interior evokes the famous bar scene from Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining, this lounge
Classic Celtic fare from Claddagh Irish Pub. is hardly all work and no play. The menu is full of the usual bar staples, but the ingredients aim to elevate the cuisine, with offerings such as Asianstyle quesadillas and the ambitious extra-extra-thin crust pizza. The full bar, off-the-menu specialty drink, “Love,” along with the weatherpermitting street-front seating are a few reasons to add the Brass Ring to your list of watering holes. www.thebrassringlounge.com, 1245 S. Shelby St., 635-7464 $-$$ Broad Ripple Brewpub Not only does Broad Ripple Brewpub deliver some great beer, the food matches the quality, making for a great experience. Try the traditional, English-style cask ales for the real pub experience. Or maybe the Lawn Mower Pale Ale, a draft that is sure to quench your thirst during the hot summer months. After a few pints, the Drunken Tortelloni will satisfy your hunger with its five-cheese tortellini covered in spicy vodka cream sauce. Its great location by the Monon Trail means you can while away the time, people-watching as they bicycle, roller-blade, saunter and walk their dogs up and down the trail. www.broadripplebrewpub.com, 842 E. 65th St., 253-2739 $$
Calling itself a gastropub, Brugge doesn’t offer a huge menu. But each of the limited selections are choice. The frites are as good, if not better, than their old country cousins, with a variety of great dipping sauces. The mussels come cooked in a variety of tasty broths; and the beer, brewed on site, is nonpareil. Go early if you don’t want to wait for a table, because this place gets deservedly crowded — even with the expanded upstairs seating (inside and balcony). 1011 E. Westfield Blvd., 255-0978. $$ BuDa Lounge One of Mass Ave’s hippest nightspots, BuDa is an intimate Asian-infused cigar/ martini bar offering drinks and a relaxing setting. Featuring specialty martinis like the Dirty Geisha, Ricksaw, and Flying Grasshopper, the drinkery also features a 12-foot tall cigar humidor and a broad range of cigars. The upscale BuDa Lounge also offers a selection of unique, artsy sushi rolls, like the Kamikaze, with lobster and crab meat, rolled in rice, topped off with avocado or the popular, special lobster roll, topped off with crab meat and wasabi; the roll is then torched like a crème brûlée. www.budalounge.com, 429 Mass. Ave., 602-3643 $$-$$$
Brothers This regional chain seems to have established itself as a popular destination for food, drinks and sports since opening up in Broad Ripple. Expect to find the usual bar food appetizers and Bud and Coors products on tap, with a few surprises, such as blackened salmon and tilapia, along with Bell’s and Peroni. If you can figure out an appropriate attack plan for devouring their huge wraps and sandwiches, your clothes and, most importantly, your stomach, will thank you for it. Try the chicken ranch wrap if you’re in the mood for filling rather than overwhelming taste. www.brothersbar.com, 910 Broad Ripple Ave., 252-5530 $-$$
Chatham Tap This hot spot in the heart of Mass Ave is a prime destination, whether you’re hungry or thirsty or both — a magnet for those drawn to the district for theater, visual arts and the dance floor. The inside can get pretty raucous, with revelers toasting and talking and watching soccer and cricket, but the outside patio, if you can find a seat, is truly sublime. Adjacent to the still in-development Cultural Trail, the patio is a magical place; we’d wager in fact it’s the friendliest location in town. Order up, get your drinks, then meet your new pals at the neighboring table. www.chathamtap.com, 719 Massachusetts Ave., 917-8425 $$
Brugge Named after one of the most beautiful Belgian cities, Brugge pays homage to such Belgian specialties as mussels, frites, crepes and, of course, beer.
Claddagh Irish Pub One of the best pubs in the city, particularly if you like Irish atmosphere, hospitality and beer, Claddagh also has Indy’s best fish n’
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that is both imaginative and a perfect as an accompaniment to the wine. A bit pricey, but excellent and wellworth the splurge. Desserts here are delicious. www.cornerwinebar.com 6331 Guilford Ave., 255-5159 $$
Decadent desserts accompany drinks at Northside Social. chips, according to NUVO readers. It uses Wild Pacific Cod fillets, coated with a special Bass Ale batter and then cooked to a golden brown perfection and served with pub chips, cole slaw and a creamy and dreamy tartar sauce. Our mouths are watering just thinking about it. Most everything is good here, particularly when accompanied by a Guinness, and there’s a great take-out menu as well. www.claddaghirishpubs.com, 234 S. Meridian St., 822-6274 $$
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Corner Wine Bar A little bit of Paris bistro on an otherwise very Midwestern corner. NUVO readers have been so impressed they’ve voted it as having the Best Wine List a total of eight times, going back to an early win in 1995. With over 150 wines and champagnes to choose from, this tiny bistro has something for every taste and budget. Thankfully, this includes several excellent house wines. They also feature a menu
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MacNiven’s This addition to the Mass. Ave. pub scene offers some of the best comfort food around, including great fish ‘n chips, authentic Neeps and Tatties (turnips and potatoes), mince (wellbraised beef) and one of the best burgers in the city — a huge, crisp disc you have to fold over to get on the bun. With an impressive selection of imported beers, including over 15 Scottish beers (many of them on tap), MacNiven’s atmospheric sound of clinking mugs raised in toasts sets the mood in this loud, raucous, and fun place to watch the game — even if it’s not soccer. 339 Massachusetts Ave., 632-7268 $-$$ Northside Social The new Northside Social has a very particular allure: comfort-chic. The place goes beyond yesterday’s craft beer flights and gourmet burgers to new terrain like aromatherapeutic aperitifs. Social sources locally made infusions — scents like Thai basil, lemon and cucumber — to impart
strong smells and a hint of flavor to some of their choice-ier cocktails. Everything on the beer list is priced around $5, which helps to counteract the sticker shock of the $10-plus martinis. In the latter’s defense, some libations boast acai, matcha and other healthful additions, so they’re clearly looking to carve out a niche with these premium offerings. www.northsidesocial.com, 6525 N. College Ave., 253-0111 $$ Old Point Tavern The Old Point Tavern, where Julian Opie’s electronic go-go dancer does her thing at the corner of Massachusetts and Alabama, is a time-tested place to start the evening — or finish it off. Great chili and well-packed sandwiches made with topnotch ingredients have made this a Mass Ave institution. Is there a better spot to sit and watch the downtown world go by? This pivotal intersection features theater goers, music revelers and just plain big-city revelers. Sit outside and enjoy the good life. 401 Massachusetts Ave., 634-8943 $-$$ Rathskeller Indy’s premier biergarten pairs one of the best beers to meet draft form, the Spaten Optimator, with expertly
with fresh ingredients, homemade bread and buns, and homemade desserts. Try the barbecue ribs or the famous Bourbonzola Burger, featuring a Jim Beam Bourbon glaze, Gorgonzola cheese, smoked peppercorn, onion straws, lettuce and tomato on an onion roll. Great spot to fuel up before (or after) the big game at Conseco or the big play at the Indiana Repertory Theatre. www.rockbottom.com, 10 W. Washington, 681-8180. $$
Scotty’s Lakehouse brings the best in gastr opub dining to Fishers. done German food. A must-try: Brat n’ Kraut Balls, a blend of juicy brats, sausage and beef, lightened by just the right amount of sour delivered via modest amounts of kraut, served with a brilliant beerinfused cream sauce. Set in the historic, 19th-century Athenaeum Building downtown, The Rathskeller is reminiscent of both a quaint inn tucked in the Bavarian hills and a lively beer hall in Munich. The Rathskeller also features the
Kellerbar, stocked with 12 imported draft beers, over 50 imported bottled beers, and hosts Indy’s best bands. www.rathskeller.com, 401 E. Michigan St., 636-0396 $$-$$ Rock Bottom Brewery Rock Bottom Brewery offers big food and great beer in a downtown or Northside setting. Be sure to check for special brews on tap. Not only do they have a wide variety of beer selections, but they also prepare food
Scotty’s Brewhouse Scotty’s Brewhouse poses the question: How many sporting events can a person watch at the same time? While, of course, eating from an encyclopedic menu of quality pub food. And quaffing from an epic selection of draft and bottled beers, with plenty of wines and cocktails near at hand by way of back-up. Scotty’s is a convivial place; you can find it packed on even a weeknight. They draw a lot of regulars who know exactly what they want from the extensive menu and one taste of their “Mo’ fo Mustard Sauce” tells you Scotty’s has figured out its customers’ tastebuds. www.scottysbrewhouse.com, 3905 E. 96th St., 574-0101/1 Virginia Ave., 571-0808 $$
Scotty’s Lakehouse The newest effort of local entrepreneur Scott Wise, The Lakehouse is a gastropub with inspired bounty. It has a great, Indiana-centric beer lineup that melds into the food itself. Most fried sides at Scotty’s Lakehouse are served with a trio of sauces: chipotle ketchup, garlic mayo and Sun King beer mustard. The latter, made with Sun King’s malty Wee Mac Scottish ale, is outstanding. The beer mellows the mustard’s tart edge enough to make it addictive. The Lakehouse also makes a point of being as green/sustainable as possible. www.scottyslakehouse.com, 10158 Brooks School Rd., Fishers, 557-2900 $$
CAFES & BISTROS
3 Sisters While healthy fare seems to be enjoying a bit of a resurgence in local restaurants these days, the good folks at 3 Sisters have been serving up delicious and creative offerings that are both good to eat and good for you in Broad Ripple for years. Legendary breakfast options compete with a good selection of lunch and dinner items for a favorite meal here. In particular, vegetarians and vegans will find plenty to eat at this charming Victorian home converted into a comfortable and cozy restaurant near the canal. www.3sisterscafe.wp.net, 6360 Guilford Ave., 257-5556 $-$$
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Broad Ripple’s newest neighbor, Flatwater Restaurant on the canal. A2Z Café Another great local restaurant delicious at any time of the day, A2Z is a family run restaurant with a mostly Italian menu. For breakfast, the Eggs Benedict is a favorite and the sauce is to die for. But a delicious dinner of Salsiccia Piccante, perfectly cooked sweet Italian sausage, grilled peppers and onions over penne pasta is second only to the Tiramisu in the make our mouths water department at A2Z thanks to the dedication and talents of the hands-on owners. www.a2zcafe.com, 4705 E. 96th St., 569-9349 $-$$ Barking Dog Café The quiet little café in the shadow of the ever-expanding Patachou operation across the street, Barking Dog is Meridian-Kessler’s other neighborhood restaurant offering fresh and creative spins on traditional favorites. Its midday menu consists of soups, salads, and signature sandwiches, as well as Dog House specials like Tucker’s Nantucket Clam Chowder, Jeff’s Single Cheese Burger with Everything (served with a “special sauce,” lettuce, onion, ketchup, Dijon mustard and pickles). For a side, try the Pomme Frites (think Belgiumstyle fries) with homemade chipotle ketchup. www.barkingdogindy.com, 115 E. 49th St., 924-2233 $ Café Zuppa Downtown’s Café Zuppa is a quick, reasonably priced restaurant that is perfect for an appetizing lunch break for the office types, as well as a great breakfast option for the earlybirds. Offering bagels, muffins, pastries and several omelet croissant sandwiches for under six bucks, soups, salads and sandwiches are the self-proclaimed specialties of the house. Try the Classic Italian Panini sandwich, served on grilled flat bread with ham, pepperoni, melted pepper jack cheese and a sliced banana pepper. For soups, the Broccoli Asiago has shredded potato, julienne tomato, and ham. www.cafezuppaindy.com, 320 N. Meridian St., 634-9877 $ Creation Café This cheery, colorful space comes with a built-in coffeehouse, requisite loitering furniture and free Wi-Fi. It is a great spot for your morning pick-meup cup of joe or a quick, filling lunch,
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and also features an ever-changing menu of dinner entrees. Bring a friend to split the must-have pulled-pork nachos in order to save room for a post-appetizer salad or sandwich, such as another pulled-pork favorite, the Cuban served on ciabatta bread, or the chicken tortilla soup. If you saved enough room for dessert, ask your server about the daily selections of pastries and flavors of DaVinci gelato. www.indycanal.com, 337 W. 11th St., 955-2389 $-$$ Flatwater Restaurant Flatwater Restaurant is one of the latest entries in Broad Ripple’s culinary sweepstakes. Located on the site originally occupied by Bazbeaux, Flatwater makes the most of its canalside location with great outdoor seating. The inside isn’t much bigger than a (very) cozy neighborhood pub, and local Sun King and Upland brews on tap and a menu increase the neighborhood vibe. The menu is small, but nicely packed with a sophisticated selection of vittles. www.flatwaterbroadripple.com, 832 Westfield Blvd., 257-5466 $$ Left Bank Café The canal walk has been a kind of marvelous getaway, a ribbon of water making its way through the heart of downtown. It’s a natural setting for a café scene that, confoundingly, has never materialized until now. As its name suggests, the Left Bank Café offers a French-inflected menu – yet another pleasant surprise, given this city’s lack of Gallic options. A great example is the Andouille Sausage Panini, served on a grilled ciabatta roll and treated with a delicious dressing, red onions, melted Provolone cheese and plenty of mustard. Simply put, it’s a great sandwich. Near 310-340 W. Michigan St., 642-3305 $ LuLu’s Electric Café It’s easy to over look this small, familyowned, earth-friendly coffee shop and eatery in the sea of Northside restaurants. But you’ll be sorry if you continue to do so. LuLu is a welcome creative break from so many bland options with a variety of specialty drinks, soups, salads, sandwiches and baked items for lunch or breakfast.
Fresh and flavorful, Monon Food Co. already feels like home. Stop in to share one of their popular and delicious quiches – one is enough for a family of five. Spice up your lunch with something new from the daily specials menu, or find repose to enjoy your preferred coffee drink. Whole bean coffee sales also available, so you can enjoy their brew at home. www.luluselectriccafe.com, 1460 W. 86th St., 879-1995 $-$$ Monon Food Company The brand new Monon Food Company “gets” Broad Ripple in some crucial ways. In its neighborly style, the MFC feels like it’s already been there for a long time, thanks to their experience as the Monon Coffee Company for so many years. The new place is delicious and inviting, and it’s a dog-friendly establishment too, so be prepared to be greeted by a pooches waiting for their two-legged companions to finish their grub and be on their way. With generous portions, bold flavors and pleasant service, the Monon Food Company is a place to share good, affordable food with good friends. www.mononfood.com, 6420 Cornell Ave., 722-0176 $ Nourish Café Under the direction of Executive Chef Ty Hunt, the IMA’s small but tasty Nourish Café has its commitment to “Fresh, Seasonal, Local, Nutritious” on the wall where you enter. The restaurant is open during museum hours, which means daytime for the most part. A small, regularly updated selection of soups, salads, sandwiches, pasta dishes and pizza are featured along with a limited selection of red and white wines, beer and cocktails. The atmosphere is clubby in the best possible way – since the IMA is free, everyone’s included. www.ima-art.org, 4000 N. Michigan Rd., 920-2659 $-$$ Pearl Bistro Pearl Bistro’s American-flavored menu is a melting pot that bubbles with Southwestern touches. Salty-sweet combinations abound among the appetizer, salad and dinner offerings. The veggie wrap ($6) hits a fresh, wellbalanced and satisfying note and is best paired with the tri-colored chip mix ($3). Serving upscale cuisine with a casual feel, Pearl Bistro’s mission is to delight
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its guests by consistently preparing and serving healthy innovative fare at a competitive price. www.pearlbistro.biz, 1475 W. 86th St. #A, 876-7990 $-$$ Petite Chou Initially only serving breakfast and lunch, Petite Chou of the ever-growing Patachou family tree of restaurants, has recently created a popular dinner menu for its Broad Ripple location. With fresh, French-inspired food, this restaurant, while still offering sandwiches and salads, is now serving Indiana-raised pan seared steak, a fresh catch of the day, and Chicken Paillard, a seared chicken breast with lemon-scented pan sauce. A fine selection of champagne cocktails that mixes sparkling wine with different concoctions of fruit and juice is also offered. www.cafepatachou.com, 823 Westfield Blvd., 259-0765 $$ Plum’s Upper Room A quick glance around Plum’s reveals this to be a really great space: sandblasted brick walls, exposed timbers, refinished wood floor and distressed cabinetry all reflect the kind of classic bistro you might find around Bordeaux. The current menu is quite classically French, a welcome change in a world that’s gone fusion-crazy. Their Croque-Monsieur, with custarddipped house made bread, Black Forest ham and aged provolone, is close to a masterpiece. It’s the treatment of classics like this that really defines the quality of a restaurant. For dessert, try the delicately-flavored Lemon Pot au Crème. The sangria is a treat, too. www.plumsupperroom.com, 112 S. Main St., Zionsville, 873-5577 $$ Taste This unique café and marketplace, owned and operated by highly trained and experienced chefs Marc Urwand and Deidra Henry, offers gourmet coffee drinks, a full breakfast menu, a lunch spread of salads and gourmet sandwiches, pantry necessities, and catering services, all housed in a stylish, open space with expansive windows giving a great view of the avenue. Everything is good here, but pay attention or you might get sticker shock at the grand total. www.tastecafeandmarketplace.com, 5164 N. College Ave., 925-2233 $$
One of Zionsville’s best, Plum’s Upper Room. Tulip Noir If you’re interested in trying a wholesome, “green” eatery, this eco-friendly, American bistro features seasonal breakfast and lunch menus packed with healthy, organic options that will please the stomach and the wallet, too. Except for the sandwich bread, all items, from soups to salad dressings, are prepared on-site with natural and organically certified ingredients. Those with lifestyle diets will find meals tailored to their unique needs, with vegan, allergy-friendly, diabetic and also specific carbohydrate diet options. www.tulipnoircafe.com, 1224 W. 86th St., 848-5252 $$ Zest! An ambitious menu catering to ambitious patrons, Zest is a spicy neighborhood café alongside the Monon Trail perfect for foodies. Allow yourself time to survey the 12-page menu, but listen to the daily specials with great attention. If all else fails, we recommend Baja Tacos, mixing corn meal-crusted basa with white cheddar on white corn tortillas with cilantro-lime rice, black beans and lime sour cream. Serving breakfast all day, it also offers a rustic scrambled omelet, a stuffed tortilla, and crème brûlée french toast. www.zestexcitingfood.com, 1134 E. 54th St., Studio H, 466-1853 $-$$ Zing This historic brick building that ends Indiana Avenue brings a new concept to Indy: small plates. It’s meant for slow, communal dining, and plates are brought at staggered times so people have time to share and finish before new, hot plates arrive. Some must-tries include Mahi Tacos in an Asian-inspired tempura shell with cilantro cream and Medjool dates stuffed with sausage and wrapped with bacon. Afterwards, share (or don’t!) something from the daily-changing dessert menu, or get your sweet fix from a specialty martini. www.zingrestaurant.com, 543 Indiana Ave., 636-7775 $$-$$$
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14 West Fine dining with a daring menu makes 14 West one of the city’s best upscale
restaurants. Creating its food with seasonal produce, Indiana game, and fresh fish flown in daily, be sure to call for reservations to get a taste of 14 West’s flexible menu with French, Asian, and Italian influences. There is also a $35 prix fixe menu with appetizer, main course and desert options that allow a taste of 14 West for more discretionary spenders. www.14westindy.com, 14 W. Maryland St., 636-1414 $$$ Capital Grille The Capital Grille promises it’s the place to go to be “wined, dined and dazzled.” With a critically acclaimed menu and an award-winning 5,000 bottle wine list, Capital Grille in the Conrad Hotel, tries hard to please. Experience extravagant dining with an impressive selection of dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood, served with a decadent variety of sides. The Best of the Season menu, available through November 1, offers a choice of appetizer, entrée and dessert for just $39 a person. www.thecapitalgrille.com, 40 W. Washington St., 423-8790 $$$ Dunaways One of Indy’s most elegant restaurants, this rooftop perch situated above the old Oxygen Building affords gorgeous sunset views of downtown with some very upscale and ambitious cuisine as well. The emphasis is Mediterranean, with some generous meat dishes for the more traditionally minded diner. Exceptional wine list offers dozens of gems, and the views of the Indy skyline from the rooftop deck are some of the best in the city. Perfect for a romantic evening. Call ahead for reservations. www.dunaways.com, 351 S. East St., 638-7663 $$ Euphoria Located in the Buggs Temple property on the canal downtown, Euphoria offers fine dining for moderate splurging in a warm, stylish atmosphere. Expect to find tasty, interesting meals in a lavish presentation, with a serious beverage assortment that’s sure to supply the perfect counterpoint to your dish. Euphoria also features an extensive cheese selection and serves up specials from its deliciously diverse bar menu
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country inn, with a spacious woodbeamed dining room and a cozy bar. This setting is a handsome complement to Meridian’s food which emphasizes fresh ingredients and elegant presentation. If you’re on a budget, try a salad with a delicious seasonal soup. The Lobster Pot Pie is especially recommended. And the cocktails are profound. 5694 N. Meridian St., 4661111 $$$
Upscale, organic and farm fresh at The Loft at Trader’s Point. on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-6 p.m. Drop in to experience Chef demos on Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. or make a reservation for your favorite dine-out night. www.indycanal.com, 337 W. 11th St., 2nd Floor, 955-2389 $$$ Loft Restaurant at Trader’s Point How long does it take to become an icon? In the case of the Loft Restaurant at Traders Point Creamery, less than a decade. From farm to fork is as close as it gets here, and the freshness matters in everything from the salads to deserts. For a delicious
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entrée, everything’s good. But we can’t resist the award-wining Farm Burger, a handcrafted patty of 100 percent grass-fed beef with lettuce, red onion, garlic aioli and a topping of TPC’s superb Fleur de la Terre cheese served on a whole grain bun. www.traderspointcreamery.com, 101 Moore Rd.,733-1700 $$-$$$ Meridian Located in a grove of trees immediately south of the historic Central Canal and alongside its namesake street, Meridian has the look and feel of an elegant
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Mo’s Steakhouse Definitely one of the best places to get a steak in Indy. Naked, top-quality beef from their signature bone-in ribeye to the limited supply Kobe beef comprise the entire entrée menu (save a chicken breast or two). Thirsty? The Danielle Manhattan martini for $500 transports you to New York dining frivolity. Ask for their soup of the day or try the satisfying lobster bisque soup . Still hungry? Grab a walnut brownie with ice cream to go. www.mosaplaceforsteaks.com, 47 S. Pennsylvania St. #1, 636-5418 $$$ Oakley’s Bistro Literally, one of the best restaurants in the city. Chef and owner Steve Oakley is an artist with flavor. And we aren’t just saying that. He’s a James Beard award nominee as well for his creative pairings of things like a rich pancetta vinaigrette and a mild
fish like tilapia. This is just the tip of the iceberg. The meatloaf, based on an old family recipe, will amaze you. While there are many opportunities to spend a lot of money on a good meal in this town, choose Oakley’s if you want every bite to be worth it. www.oakleysbistro.com, 1464 W. 86th St., 824-1231 $$-$$$ R Bistro Chef Regina Mehallick takes special care in arranging the weekly menu in order to best incorporate seasonal, locally made produce, offering one of the most creative menus in Indianapolis. The result is an imaginative culinary treat. Reasonable portions and pricing leave clientele satisfied, while upscale décor makes for a sophisticated ambiance. Given the intimate dining space, it is highly recommended to make reservations at R Bistro, especially on weekends. Consult the Web site to see what seasonal offerings are available. www.rbistro.com, 888 Massachusetts Ave., 423-0312 $$$ Recess Recess proves that our local chefs are committed to making Indianapolis a real destination. With Greg Hardesty, Gabe Jordan and Eli Anderson on top billing, this Midtown eatery is a who’s who of Indianapolis’ culinary superstars.
saloon style décor, St. Elmo offers an upscale experience with excellent service. www.stelmos.com, 127 S. Illinois St., 635-0636 $$$
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Ambrosia Centro continues a tradition of fresh Italian dining For about $40 — $60 per person (sans alcohol), Executive Chef and owner Hardesty takes you on a food tour through his mental playground with a singular prix fixe menu that changes nightly. Supplemental courses are sometimes offered, along with choice of entrée. Along with the outstanding food, an impressive and carefully chosen assortment of beer and wine rounds out the experience. www.recessindy.com, 4907 N. College Ave., 925-7529 $$$
St. Elmo Steakhouse This downtown institution has been serving perfectly cooked steaks exactly the way patrons ask for them for more than 100 years (not to mention a host of other delicious dishes and the best shrimp cocktail on the planet). Serving downtown patrons since 1902 means that the folks at St. Elmo’s not only know how to deliver excellent meals to satisfied customers, they can also help you make the best selection. Known for the classic turn-of-the-century Chicago
Agio One of your best bets for a good dinner in the Mass Ave Cultural District, Agio specializes in an Italian/Mediterranean cuisine in the comfort of a stylishly casual, friendly setting. Good salads and a nice selection of appetizers including asparagus tempura and specialty pizzas. Entrees span the Mediterranean, and create-your-own pastas allow diners to customize their dinners. Consistently rich and delicious desserts. A fun place for dinner before a concert or play – or drinks afterwards. Or come for the food, and stay for the live jazz entertainment on the patio during the summer. www.agiorestaurant.net, 635 Massachusetts Ave., 488-0359 $$ Ambrosia Centro Fronted by large, vertical windows affording a stately view of Broad Ripple’s Morrison Opera building, Ambrosia Centro’s front room is warmed and given a welcome dash of intimacy by a fireplace that is both elegant and unpretentious. The staff is congenial and the food is consistently
fine. Thoughtfully prepared and smartly presented for a reasonable price, Ravioli della Mamma is composed of large squares of fresh spinach and cheese ravioli served with a pesto cream sauce. Rich yet delicate, creamy but never cloying; it is certainly one of the top vegetarian entrees in the city. www.ambrosiaitalian.com, 915 E. Westland Blvd., 255-3096 $$ Amici’s This beloved restaurant always feels like home, plus it features one of the best juke boxes in town. Try the chicken Botticelli or the pasta tossed with sautéed chicken livers. Also, the pizza and calzones will fill you up nicely as you enjoy a walk in the adjoining neighborhoods. Amici’s definitely epitomizes the idea that restaurants are places that make you feel like you’re part of the family. There’s also great outdoor Italian garden seating in summer months, so now it can feel like your yard, too. 601 E. New York St., 634-0440 $$ Bazbeaux NUVO readers have never selected anything other than Bazbeaux as the city’s Best Pizza. In addition to excellent locations (Mass Ave and Broad Ripple) and terrific staff, what makes Bazbeaux so enjoyable is the variety of options.
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The artful pizza at Pizzology pair s nicely with a craft beer. Pour over a massive list of ingredients and craft your own masterpiece, or skip the work and choose one of the standard favorites like the Basilica, which drops tomato sauce for pesto, adds black olives and sun-dried tomatoes, and finishes off with feta cheese. www.bazbeaux.com, 811 E. Westfield Blvd. (multiple locations), 255-5711 $-$$ Greek’s Pizzeria It’s been a few years since Athanasios Chris Karamesines opened his Greek’s Pizzeria in Broad Ripple, and he seems to have found a home and large fan base since joining the local restaurant scene. Claiming to have worked in every American pizzeria chain and then opening his own to raise the standard, the result is Karamesine’s imaginative take on the classics, though probably like none you’ve ever tasted. The gourmet house has toppings of feta cheese, meatballs and black olives that marry well with Greek’s signature slightly sweet tomato sauce. Try your favorite toppings on traditional crust or stuffed into a calzone shell. www.mygreekspizzeria.com, 834 E. 64th St., 465-9111 $-$$ Hot Box No better way to score with your hottest neighbor after the bars close than to head over or call up Hot Box, Broad Ripple’s favorite pizza joint for some late night craving satisfaction. The pies are as delicious as the names are imaginative: The Popeye, Hot Chick, Big Al’s Fredo and (our favorite) the Dixie Chicken. While there are a few stores around town (and one in West Lafayette), we still like the BR location best – and so do NUVO readers who voted it the best option for late-night munchies. Plus those ubiquitous plastic cups are always a cool bonus! www.gethotboxpizza.com, 715 Broad Ripple Ave., 257-7500 $
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Iozzo’s Garden of Italy This newly re-opened Italian restaurant on south Meridian offers a wide variety of famous dishes, including a Spaghetti Bolognese with meatballs. In particular, the meatballs have been heavily praised as divine and “velvety.” For an appetizer, order the soppy tomatoes with olive oil, parsley, and a pliable crostini. Be sure to appreciate the restaurant’s buildout, a rustic, intimate atmosphere with brick walls and dark
tones, while enjoying the food. Iozzo’s Garden of Italy, family-owned and operated, will make for a delightful, romantic evening of delicious food and enjoyable ambiance. www.iozzos.com, 946 S. Meridian, 974-1100 $$ Mama Carolla’s Mama Carolla’s Old Italian in Broad Ripple is, hands-down, the most romantic restaurant in the city according to NUVO readers in each year’s Best of Indy poll. From the twinkling lights to heavy wood accents, all housed in what actually feels like a house, there’s something cozy and refreshing about a visit to Mama’s in this case. The reasonable prices mean it’s affordable for two, even with a good bottle of wine to complement the traditional Italian menu. When the weather permits, take your date to the patio dining room for an even more romantic evening. (And don’t forget about their new café next door for breakfast – Good Morning Mama’s!) www.mamacarollas.com, 1031 E. 54th St., 259-9412 $$ Napolese Rustic Neapolitan pizza is becoming more and more in demand here in the States and this new sister eatery to Café Patachou’s is happy to oblige. Just around the corner from Patachou’s Pennsylvania St. location, Napolese is a cozy pizzeria with all the style of a classic Italian restaurant. Build a pizza yourself or choose from some winning combinations like the BLT (bacon, caramelized leeks and taleggio) or PFG (pancetta, roasted fingerling potatoes and gorgonzola). To satisfy your sweet tooth, try the Nutella Stuffed Pizza or the rotating selection of Patachou’s own Premium Gelato. www.cafepatachou.com, 114 E. 49th St., 925-0765 $$-$$$ Pizzology Like any other piece of art, the pizzas at Neal Brown’s Pizzology take time to fully appreciate. Like a song you must hear repeatedly before it strikes a chord, or a classic book that must be read with patience, you will eventually come to adore this somewhat foreign fare – and be worldlier for it. Brown has struck the perfect medium of creativity and accessibility in his latest venture. His take on Pappardelle & Bolognese is exactly what you’d expect from the restaurant’s seriously traditional standpoint – rustic, robust and
Indulge and delight in the J azz Kitchen’s Cajun temptations. meaty. The beer lineup is artfully simple and good, like everything else in the place. www.pizzologyindy.com, 13190 Hazel Dell Pkwy, 844-2550 $$
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Noah Grant’s Grill House and Raw Bar This strictly dinner hour restaurant fuses what it considers the “jazzy era of casual east coast sophistication” with the pleasant and quaint setting of downtown Zionsville. Noah Grant’s Oyster Bar features sushi and regional oysters on the half shell and the main menu serves more than 30 fresh entrees, including shrimp, lobster, crab dishes, and pasta, as well as filet mignon. It’s been considered the best addition to Zionsville since the Bentley dealership, and will likely require reservations. Closed Mondays. www.noahgrants.com, 65 S. 1st St., Zionsville, 732-2233 $$
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Oceanaire The key to excellent seafood is freshness, which is why Oceanaire is consistently named as Indianapolis’ best seafood restaurant. Oceanaire ships its seafood in daily from all over the world, guaranteeing both freshness and variety. The classic décor adds to the atmosphere, and the mixture of tables and booths provides a great setting for groups of any size. The oyster bar is also a great touch. Executive Chef Ryan Nelson should also be commended for his efforts towards sustainability and ecologically responsible food practices. www.theoceanaire.com, 30 S. Meridian St., Suite 100, 9552277 $$$ Z’s Oyster Bar The consensus is that this is the place to go on the Northside when you can’t make it down to The Oceanaire. That’s actually a pretty high compliment. This fine-dining oyster bar and steakhouse also has the Z-Side Patio, offering live music every Thursday from 5:30-8:30 p.m. For starters, try the Oyster Shooters and for dinner, try the veal porterhouse, served with shiitake mushrooms, beefsteak tomato and Danish bleu
cheese sauce. Be sure to look at the beverage menu with its impressive selection of wines. www.zsoyster.com, 6220 Castleway West Dr., 644-8000 $$-$$$
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Jazz Kitchen The Jazz Kitchen has tweaked its menu and kitchen service over the years to the point where it seems to have found a steady groove. The inflection here is definitely inspired by New Orleans, but the overall effect is more fusion, including Southwestern and Italian accents, with a solid Heartland backbeat in its selection of pizzas, burgers and pasta dishes. The bar service is swift and the cocktails sincere. But then what else would you expect from the jazz club of your dreams? How about a no-smoking policy. They’ve got that, too. www.thejazzkitchen.com, 5377 N. College Ave., 253-4900 $$ Yats If there is one restaurant readers of NUVO prefer above all others in Indy, it’s gotta be Yats. No doubt that’s because the iconic Joe Vuskovich and his crew love equally and want to make sure everyone gets a chance to eat some of the best creole food anywhere outside of New Orleans. Each day brings a new set of six to ten menu items, including vegetarian options, according to mood and availability. The price, however, is always cheap and the company is always exquisite. www.yatscajuncreole.com, 659 Massachusetts Ave., 686-6380 and 5463 N. College Ave., 253-8817 $
CENTRAL/SOUTH AMERICAN El Sol de Tala Newly re-opened Mexican restaurant El Sol de Tala continues the 30-year-old institution’s success. Featuring a new menu with an exquisite list of dishes with complex blends of flavors and textures, like the Poc Chuc pork loin marinated in orange and lime juices with a Pico de Gallo, black beans and guacamole (they take pride in their guac), or the Bistek Ranchero, thinly
Las Tortas does sandwiches right. sliced steak with tomatoes, onions and slices of chiles, jalapeños and spices. With a new tequila bar, El Sol de Tala is a delicious upgrade to a longtime favorite. www.elsoldetala.com, 2444 E. Washington St., 636-1250 $-$$ La Guanaquita Open until midnight on Friday and Saturday nights, La Guanaquita feels like a community gathering place. Soups have pride of place on the weekends. Try the Hen Soup ($8.50) on Fridays – a robust chicken soup served with a breast quarter on the side and made with chayote, a kind of squash that looks like a pear but tastes like potato. Beef soup is served on Saturdays and Hoff soup on Sundays. The chorizo Torta, a sausage sandwich, is spicy, creamy and slightly tart. A grocery with all the ingredients on offer here shares half of La Guanaquita’s space. 5435 W. 38th St., 283-2011 $ La Hacienda Everyone has a favorite Mexican restaurant, and for the past four years NUVO readers have picked La Hacienda as the best in town. Cheap, authentic, delicious—you can’t go wrong with this family-run restaurant. The large portions go great with a pitcher of Texas Margaritas, made strong with that traditional citrus kick. Makes sense that the Best Burrito in the city can be found here as well! www.lahaciendaindy.com, 6825 Graham Road, 577-2689; 3874 Lafayette Road, 290-0755; and 6429 E. Washington St., 357-8084 $ Las Tortas The full name of the place is Tortas Guicho Dominguez y el Cubanito. Not exactly the kind of moniker you can fit on a marquee. Maybe that’s why the signs in the windows simply proclaim “Las Tortas,” which is Spanish for “sandwiches.” TGDC offers a variety of tortas named for Hispanic celebrities, like the Luis Miguel, smoked pork, chorizo sausage and mozzarella cheese and the Enrique Iglesias, smoked pork, a wiener split down the middle and mozzarella cheese. You can’t get beer or wine at TGDC, but they offer a brightly colored array of Mexican soft drinks. www.home.rr.com/tortasguicho, 641 Virginia Ave. 658-0753 $$
Los Jirasoles Native-grown corn, caramelized plantains, spicy red peppers, smooth and tangy black beans and curry are just some of the elements found in this Salvadoran gem. Try the Camarones Con Pina ala Curry, shrimp in a red curry sauce with pineapple, but don’t miss the house specialty, the pupusa with loroco flower and cheese for a new, savory experience. Wash it down with cold Horchata, a cinnamony, sugary, milk-colored drink made with morro seeds from gourds grown on Salvadoran trees. 3712 Lafayette Rd., 329-5545 $ Tata Cuban Café Tata came to Indy like manna from the heavens, filling a sorely felt void in Cuban food. Slow-roasted pork and thick, sweet plantains are soul food staples that are executed effortlessly here. The menu includes Cuban sandwiches (picky eaters can’t go wrong), salads, traditional dishes, desserts, and coffee. If you really want to induce sleep, order your food with a side of thick, starchy fried yuca. Also be sure to order your dish with a flavorful five dollar mojito. www.tatacubancafe.com, 137 W. Market St., 686-0855 $$
GREEK/MEDITERRANEAN Aesop’s Tables One of our favorite spots on Mass Ave with many heart-healthy selections in an airy space with plenty of outdoor seating in summer months (not to mention Mediterranean-inspired dishes, good lunch sandwiches and nice appetizer samplers). Offering dishes from Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, Morocco, Turkey, and much more. Be sure to try the Lobster Bisque, and don’t forget to ask about monthly specials. Within walking distance from many downtown attractions, this is a great place to dine before or after theater performances. www.aesopstables.biz, 600 Massachusetts Ave., 631-0055 $$ Greek Islands The Greek Islands Restaurant serves up some of Indianapolis’ finest cuisine. The Greek salad is crisp tartness at its best, but don’t skip the avgolemono soup with egg, lemon and orzo pasta.
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Want something traditional? Try the combination plate Around the Island with moussaka, pasticchio and gyros meat. Or try the classic gyros (traditional or with chicken), tasty strips of meat on pita bread topped with onions, tomatoes, and tzaziki. They have an extensive Greek wine selection, too. Be sure to swing by the restaurant on Friday or Saturday night to see authentic Greek belly dancing. www.greekislandsrestaurant.com, 906 S. Meridian St., 636-0700 $$-$$$ Santorini Greek Kitchen Santorini Greek Kitchen is another longtime favorite of NUVO readers. This year’s top place as Best Greek/ Mediterranean Restaurant is win number eight for one of Fountain Square’s most vibrant eateries. Before we forget, make sure you have galaktaboureko for dessert. Seriously. Other than that, we recommend just about anything else on the menu. Spanakopita, souvlaki, saganaki are all tasty, and while the Tomato Balls might like more like pancakes, they still burst with flavor. Belly dancers perform on Friday and Saturday nights, so make reservations as the tables fill up fast. Settle down for a long meal because the portions are enormous, leaving even the biggest appetite fully satisfied. Full bar; non-smoking. www.greekkitchen.dine.com, 1417 Prospect St., 917-1117 $$
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India Garden Fifteen-time winner as the Best Indian restaurant in Indy according to NUVO
Readers, India Garden is a culinary adventure worth taking for those looking to expand their horizons through culture and flavor. Navigating the menu is easy with thorough descriptions of the exotic samplings; the only hardesr part is deciding on which mouth-watering dish to try. Tandoori ovens and Northern Indian spices make the dishes burst with flavor and melt with tenderness. Make sure to include a mango lassi in your order; the tropical frozen drink is a delicious staple of Indian tradition. www.indiagardenindy.com, 830 Broad Ripple Ave., 253-6060 and 207 N. Delaware St., 634-6060 $$ India Palace It’s not surprising that one of the city’s best Indian restaurants is on Lafayette Road, nestled next to other outstanding ethnic eateries. The lunchtime buffet gets rave reviews, and it’s vegetarian-friendly. Their menu features the finest Northern Indian entrées and their specialty Tandoori (clay oven) dishes. India Palace is elegant, relaxed, and affordable, inviting guests to enjoy the hospitality that reflects the restaurant’s Indian heritage. www.indiapalaceindy.com, 4213 Lafayette Rd., 298-0773 $$ Passage to India Passage to India – formerly Udupi Café – is the only restaurant of its kind in the city, specializing in authentic Indian vegetarian and vegan cuisine. The expanded menu offers a rich array
Explore new flavors at Cairo Café. of dishes from the two great schools of Indian cooking, northern (with its dairy leanings) and southern (known for its robust use of spice), resulting in a dining experience that relies on an uncommonly rich array of flavors, textures and degrees of heat. Try the lunchtime buffet or one of many vegan and vegetarian curries. 4225 Lafayette Rd., 299-2127 $-$$ Kona Jack’s For more than a decade, the folks at Kona have been providing the city with some of the freshest and most imaginative dishes featuring fresh and salt-water fish, shellfish, clams, oysters and sushi available anywhere. Sure we’re landlocked in the middle of the country, but thanks to a decidedly Hawaiin vibe and flavor, the beach seems just a wee bit closer. There’s also Kona Jack’s fish market with new arrivals daily so you can be all fishy at home! www.konajacksindy.com, 9419 N. Meridian St., 843-1609 $$
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Abyssinia Indy’s longest-standing Ethiopian restaurant may not be much to look at, but behind the strip mall facade you’ll find a menu offering a satisfying selection of dishes from one of the world’s most distinctive cuisines. Be prepared to get your hands dirty, most entrees are served on injera, the absorbent bread used to sop up flavorful meat and vegetarian dishes meant to be eaten with the fingers. Bottom line: Abyssinia provides what amounts to some of the world’s most exotic comfort food. www.abyssiniarestaurant.com, 5352 W. 38th St., 299-0608 $$ Bosphorus Turkish Cuisine Sultan’s Delight (tender, rich lamb over eggplant) and all kinds of kebab rule at one of Indy’s most-loved and elegantly furnished Middle Eastern restaurants. Serving an assortment of authentic Turkish appetizers, soups, entrées,
and desserts, be sure to try the fried calamari or the borek, a flaky pastry filled with feta cheese and parsley. For a beverage, check out the ayran, a Turkish yogurt drink. The authentic restaurant is also now open on Sundays. www.bosphoruscafe.com, 935 S. East St., 974-1770 $$ Cairo Café The Cairo Café is part of the international mosaic of dining options that have mushroomed in recent years on the city’s Westside. You get a particularly happy sense that by simply crossing a threshold, you’ve managed to change the shape of everyday Indianapolis a little bit. Cairo Café signals its origins in its entryway by offering a range of goods like handmade sandals, melon seeds and hookahs for sale. The Café features hummus, baba ghanoush and a rich raita made from cucumbers and yogurt; heavily cooked vegetable dishes, grilled chicken and gyros are complemented by a selection of fresh vegetables ready to be turned into salad. 3047 Lafayette Rd., 926-2233 $$ Cornucopia Café White, lightly textured walls, ornately framed mirrors, Moroccan influenced chandeliers and a tiled cashier table make the atmosphere of Cornucopia as luxurious as the flavors. In essence, this Broad Ripple eatery is a sparse, but effective Mediterranean backdrop conducive to relaxing with friends. The friendly service will help you through the substantial menu, which is a combination of Middle Eastern and Spanish flavors (a sort of very long continuum). Of the many dishes, the cilantro lime hummus is a stand out appetizer. Check out the roasted eggplant salad, which is subtly sweet and tender. 6314 Winthrop Ave, 722-0688, $ Istanbul Café Open since 2007, Istanbul Cafe defines itself as offering Mediterranean cuisine. But, as the
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One of the city’s best, Chef Anas Sentissi’s Saffron Café. name suggests, Istanbul Café’s understanding of this cuisine is distinctly Turkish, placing it at the crossroads of Europe and Asia and expanding its flavor horizon to include an extraordinary array of nuances that have been successfully appropriated throughout centuries of travel and trade. The team at Istanbul Café brings a sophisticated skill set to this great culinary tradition and updates it with an emphasis on fresh ingredients that lend an almost startling clarity to even standby offerings, like the requisite table serving of pita bread. www.indyistanbulcafe.com, 1450 W. 86th St., 876-9810 $$
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Major Restaurant The flavors really count at this familyowned Ethiopian restaurant on the city’s southwest side. Try a Major Combination for two ($30.00), a platter covered with a large round of spongy injera bread and highlighted with generous scoops of meat and vegetable dishes, including fresh green salad with a light but tangy dressing. The spices here are used less for heat than for flavor and the dishes taste freshly cooked. The meat dishes are good, but there are also plenty of vegetarian options available. Located strip a stone’s throw from I-465 near the intersection of W. Washington and Morris. 1150 S. Mickley St., 2402700 $$
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Saffron Café With a wide variety of delicious North African (mostly Moroccan) dishes that can best be described as a circus for the senses, Saffron is one of our favorites. We recommend the delicate and delicious saffron rice foremost, but the Antipasto Plate, a combination of three appetizers: hummus, zaalouk and bakoula served with mild feta cheese and pita wedges is high on the list as well. You might also try one of two specialty dishes: a Kafta Sandwich, finger rolls of finely ground, deeply seasoned and char-grilled beef served on an open-face pita and the Couscous Royale, a medley of vegetables served over couscous and steamed in a clay pot. www.saffroncafe-indy.com, 621 Fort Wayne Ave., 917-0131 $$-$$$
THAI
Siam Square A Fountain Square favorite, Siam Square serves up authentic, flavorful, fiery Thai dishes in a contemporary space decked in the red, orange and yellows of curry that is as stimulating to the eye as the palate. This year’s Best Thai option, Siam Square is just as good for lunch as dinner. Staple soups include the spicy Thom Yum and the silky Thom Kah Gai For a searing midday meal, try the Siam Ginger Plate lunch special, served with a spring roll to help douse the flames. Return in the evening to sample a considered pairing from the
Fountain Square’s Siam Square offers authentic Thai choices. dinner menu and selective beer or wine lists. For dessert, spoil your taste buds with an order of roti rolls – panfried flatbread smothered in sticky icing. Moderately priced, exceedingly delicious. www.siamsquareindy.com, 936 Virginia Ave., 636-8424 $$ Thai Café Thai Café is an excellent option for authentic — and spicy — Thai food, including plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. The menu offers classics like Satay and Thom Yum, as well as originals like Yum Tofu Salad. Diners can make food as spicy or mild as they want with their choice of spice number, but be careful, as the spice really packs a punch! Cap off the night with a delicious cup of Thai Tea after dinner. Go in for warm, friendly service or order takeout for a cozy night at home. www.indythaicafe.com, 1041 Broad Ripple Ave., 722-1008 $$ Thai Orchid Thai Orchid offers a solid Thai experience in Castleton, complete with obliging service and an impressive interior of bright colors and tablecloths. Select your level of heat intensity on a scale of six with the curry lunch specials. For dinner, warm up with the Silver Noodle Soup and then try the Pad Makhau with shrimp in a smolderingly hot Thai sauce. Wash down the intensity with a helping of the Hawaiian fried rice ($12.99). www.thaiorchidindy.com, 8145 Bash St., 578-8155 $$
Thai Papaya Tom Yum Noodle Soup is a favorite, steaming with fresh flavors like cilantro and lemongrass. Conversely, Massaman curry features a rich sauce pregnant with sweetness and spice-like cloves. This menu runs the gamut of Thai dishes elegantly. For starters, try the Tod Mun Pla, deepfried fish patties mixed with red curry and served with cucumber salad. For dessert, check out the interesting selections of sticky rice with mango, fried banana, or tapioca pudding. 3905 W. 96th St., 334-1482 $$
JAPANESE/SUSHI
H2O Sushi An eclectic mix of traditional-style sushi and modern flavor combinations that borrow on a variety of traditions – European, South American, and North African, to name a few – H2O continues to evolve while always delivering quality we’ve come to expect. While the menu boasts customary sushi bar items like sashimi and nigiri, Chef John Adams also offers creative specials, such as black mussels steamed in spicy tomato and corn sauce and seared foie gras with pain perdue, arugula, quail egg, Marcona almonds and Pedro Ximinez vinaigrette. Everything is made from scratch. www.h2osushibar.com, 1912 Broad Ripple Ave., 254-0677 $$$
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Taki takes sushi to a new level. Isushi Café This small but pristine sushi shop on Carmel’s green but slowly blooming 116th Street corridor is a sushi-lover’s dream. Featuring everything from a crunch spicy tuna roll to salmon sashimi to Kobe beef to an Ali roll with soft shell crab and fresh, ripe avocado. Isushi Café also has a variety of spices, including habanero, citrus, jalapeño, and wasabi. With attentive service, as well as a friendly owner/chef, Chang Lee, Isushi Café is a quality location for a delightful meal of Pacific Rim cuisine. www. isushicafe.com, 820 E. 116th St., Suite #140, 363-3507 $$ Naked Tchopstix Another Broad Ripple favorite, Naked Tchopstix boasts great sushi and a great locale right next to the Vogue. The small café has a diverse menu of appealing and accessible sushi for vets and rookies alike. Don’t be afraid to customize the menu to your taste, but feel free to pick from the menu options that are easy and rarely disappointing. Sushi isn’t the only choice here, a plus for those who’d rather have their food well done. Throw in great atmosphere and a friendly staff and you’ve got one of the best restaurants in Indy. tchopstix.com, 6255 N. College Ave., 252-5555 $$ NAISA Pan-Asian Café The exotic-sounding name of this new eatery is simply “Asian” spelled backward. The menu of NAISA, located in Fountain Square, is entirely made from scratch, from the sauces to the freshly grated zest of the tangerine chicken to the spicy basil curry dish studded with chicken, beef and shrimp. The restaurant also offers delicious cinnamon sugar puffs ($4.95), a light-bodied, fresh ginger sauce with bite instead of an overly sugared sweet and sour mess. For a beverage, try the tea: an iron pot is served with chrysanthemum or jasmine leaves steeped throughout, yielding a much lighter-flavored goodness. 1025 Virginia Ave., 6023708 $$
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Oishi Sushi Oishi Sushi shows its excitement with rolls like the tasty Afghanistan, which the menu describes as eel and avocado pieces “erupting” with spicy shrimp tempura and masago. Plenty of selections to try on the menu, like Mongolian-style fried rice or the Bento box combo of teriyaki-style hot food and sushi rolls. Tatami rooms available for couples and families, complete with soothing music. www.indyoishi.com, 6929 E. 10th St., 356-8880 $$-$$$ Sakura Japanese Restaurant At Sakura, the clientele is as diverse as the succulent Japanese cuisine. An Indy favorite for 20 years, Sakura offers a varied assortment of elegantly crafted sushi, tempura, noodles and other Japanese classics. With 29 different kinds of sushi rolls, there is something for everyone, from classics like the California Roll to Sakura originals like the Rock ‘n’ Roll. Here, the food, environment and staff are authentic and earnest; Sakura is a true culinary adventure. To add some fun to your meal, order some Japanese beer or warm sake. Make sure to make reservations, as there is often a short wait. www.indysakura.com, 7201 N. Keystone Ave., 259-4171 $$ Taki Restaurant It’s one thing to walk into a restaurant and be asked whether you prefer to sit in the dining room or the bar. At Taki Restaurant, you get three very different choices: a room where chefs wield cutlery with ninjalike finesse on steaks, seafood and chicken then cook it on a grill in front of you, a spacious and handsomelyappointed dining room (also featuring a full bar) or, finally, an elegant sushi bar. Taki’s Sushi menu is enormous, complemented by new entries on a daily basis, and the presentation of these dishes provides a model of understated elegance. www.takirestaurant.com, 4040 E. 82nd St., 849-8254 $$
Index of listings 3 Sisters .........................................................11
Good Morning Mama’s Café ...........................5
Old Point Tavern ............................................10
14 West .........................................................15
Goose the Market ............................................6
Oceanaire ......................................................22
96th Street Steakburgers .................................5
Greek Islands .................................................23
Oishi Sushi .....................................................32
A2Z Café .......................................................12
Greek’s Pizzeria .............................................20
Passage to India .............................................26
Abyssinia .......................................................27
H2O Sushi .....................................................29
Pearl Bistro ....................................................14
Aesop’s Tables ...............................................23
Hoaglin to Go ..................................................7
Peppy Grill .......................................................5
Agio ..............................................................19
Hot Box .........................................................20
Petite Chou ...................................................14
Ambrosia Centro ...........................................19
India Garden ..................................................26
Pita Pit .............................................................7
Amici’s...........................................................19
India Palace ...................................................26
Pizzology .......................................................20
Aristocrat .........................................................7
Iozzo’s Garden of Italy ...................................20
Plum’s Upper Room .......................................14
Ball & Biscuit ....................................................7
Isushi Café .....................................................32
R Bistro ..........................................................18
Barking Dog Café ..........................................12
Istanbul Café .................................................27
Ralph’s Great Divide ........................................7
Barley Island Brewhouse ..................................8
Jazz Kitchen ...................................................22
Rathskeller .....................................................10
Bazbeaux .......................................................19
King David Dogs ..............................................6
Recess............................................................18
Best Bet Lunch & Breakfast ..............................5
Kona Jack’s ....................................................27
Rock Bottom Brewery ....................................11
Binkley’s Kitchen and Bar .................................8
King Dragon ..................................................32
Saffron Café ..................................................28
Boogie Burger ..................................................5
La Guanaquita ...............................................23
Sakura Japanese Restaurant ...........................32
Bosphorus Turkish Cuisine .............................27
La Hacienda ...................................................23
Santorini Greek Kitchen .................................26
Bourbon Street Distillery ..................................8
Las Tortas ......................................................23
Scotty’s Brewhouse ........................................11
Brass Ring ........................................................8
Left Bank Café ...............................................12
Scotty’s Lakehouse ........................................11
Broad Ripple Brewpub .....................................9
Le Peep ............................................................5
Shapiro’s Deli ...................................................7
Brothers ...........................................................9
Loft Restaurant at Trader’s Point ....................18
Siam Square ..................................................28
Brugge.............................................................9
Los Jirasoles ...................................................23
Smokehouse on Shelby ....................................6
BuDa Lounge ...................................................9
LuLu’s Electric Café ........................................12
St. Elmo Steakhouse ......................................19
Cairo Café .....................................................27
MacNiven’s ....................................................10
Taki Restaurant ..............................................32
Café Patachou .................................................5
Major Restaurant ...........................................28
Taste..............................................................14
Café Zuppa ....................................................12
Mama Carolla’s .............................................20
Tata Cuban Café ...........................................23
Capital Grille ..................................................15
Meridian ........................................................18
Thai Café .......................................................29
Chatham Tap ...................................................9
Mo’s Steakhouse ...........................................18
Thai Orchid ....................................................29
Claddagh Irish Pub ...........................................9
Monon Food Company ..................................14
Thai Papaya ...................................................29
Corner Wine Bar ............................................10
Mug-n-Bun ......................................................6
Tulip Noir .......................................................15
Cornucopia Café ...........................................29
Naked Tchopstix ............................................32
Working Man’s Friend .................................. XX
Creation Café ................................................12
NAISA Pan-Asian Café ...................................22
Yats ...............................................................22
Dunaways ......................................................15
Napolese........................................................20
Zest! ..............................................................15
El Sol de Tala .................................................22
Noah Grant’s Grill House and Raw Bar ..........22
Zing ...............................................................15
Euphoria ........................................................15
Northside Social .............................................10
Z’s Oyster Bar ................................................22
Fat Dan’s Chicago Style Deli ............................6
Nourish Café .................................................14
Flatwater Restaurant ......................................12
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