Dunaway's Palazzo Ossigeno 351 South East Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317- 638-7663, Fine dining in an Art Deco setting with excellent service makes this restaurant a hot spot. They specialize in pasta, seafood, and steaks and have been awarded Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence. more... 

Fountain Diner 1103 Shelby Street, Indianapolis, IN 46203, Located in the Fountain Square Theatre Building, 317-685-1959, Step back in time in this historic soda fountain and grill where you can enjoy a burger, fries, and a hand-dipped malt. more... 

Kona Jack's Fish Market & Sushi Bar 9419 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260, 317-843-1609, They have a wide selection of fresh and saltwater fish, shellfish, clams, oysters, and sushi and were voted Indy's Best Seafood Restaurant for eight years running by Indianapolis Monthly magazine. Unique Hawaiian decor with festive flowers and aquariums makes this restaurant a casual delight.  more... 

Loughmiller's Pub & Eatery 301 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317-638-7380, This pub offers many specialities, frosty mugs of beer, and jazz music by Sonny Gholson every Thursday and Friday. Political memorabilia covers the walls. more...

Peterson's 7690 East 96th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46038, 317-598-8863, Serving exceptional regional American cuisine with USDA Prime beef and fresh seafood, Peterson's, awarded the “Award of Excellence” by the Wine Spectator, offers an extensive wine list with over 60 choices available. more... 

St. Elmo Steak House (circa 1902) 127 South Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46225, Located in Downtown Indianapolis, 317-635-0636, 800-637-1811, For over 100 years, St. Elmo Steak House has been a stable in Indianapolis' dining. Serving fresh seafood, chops, steaks, and chicken, St. Elmo also has an extensive wine selection from their cellar. more... 

Stardust Terrace Cafe 450 West Ohio Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202, 317-234-0095, Overlooking the beautiful Central Canal, this cafe offers fresh seasonal cuisine, homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, unique pastas, and homemade desserts. 

Sun Shine Cafe 4540 South Emerson Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46203, 317-786-2530, Serving traditional breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

Arni's 3443 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46268, 317-875-7034, This unique restaurant features motorcycles and bicycles throughout its maze-like structure and serves pizza, pasta, salads, burgers, chicken, and sandwiches.  

Cheesecake Factory 8702 Keystone Crossing, Suite 4A, Indianapolis, IN 46240, Located at The Fashion Mall at Keystone, 317-566-0100, This incredible restaurant has over 200 menu items such as Chinese chicken salad, specialty pizzas, steaks, fresh fish, pastas, omelets, sandwiches and classic burgers. You simply must save room for one of their 40 delicious cheesecakes and desserts. 

Chocolate Cafe 20 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, On the Circle, 317-951-4816, Bistro serving 14 specialty coffees, hot chocolate, mochas made with the finest chocolates, and many great desserts. more... 

Einstein Bros. Bagels 47 Street Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, Located in Circle Centre, 317-917-9888, 800-BAGEL-ME, Features many delectable deli sandwiches, gourmet treats, and fresh baked bagels. more...

Hard Rock Cafe 49 South Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317-636-2550, Serves American cuisine in an atmosphere decorated with legendary memorabilia and rock 'n roll music playing in the background. Hard Rock Cafe merchandise available. more...

Houlihan's 111 West Maryland Street, Indianapolis, IN 46225, 317-266-8711, A unique and casual restaurant serving perfectly prepared American cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere. more... 

Joe's Crab Shack 8250 Dean Road, Indianapolis, IN 46240, 317-849-4133, Serves shrimp, fresh fish, and more than six varieties of tasty crab year round on newspaper-covered tables. Private party rooms available. 

Le Peep Restaurant 301 North Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317-237-3447, Known for its unique breakfast and lunch items, this restaurant offers specialties including frittatas, french toast, pampered eggs, egg white omelets, homemade soups, and sandwiches. 

O'Charley's 5130 West 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46254, 317-328-7986, Serves a varied menu including hand-cut beef, homemade salad dressings, homemade rolls, fresh chicken, and their famous caramel pie in a family style atmosphere. 

Ram Restaurant & Big Horn Brewery 140 IIlinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46225, 317-955-9900, An upscale restaurant and brewery serving bbq, burgers, salads, steaks, and handcrafted beer, Ram also offers a big screen TV and full service bar.  more... 

Rock Bottom Brewery 10 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, Located in Downtown Indianapolis, 317-681-8180, An innovative menu including steaks, salads, seafood, unique Southwestern dishes, and handcrafted ales in a large dining area may be found on the top floor. On the second floor, a unique basement pool bar with big screen TVs, cigars, trivia, PGA Tour Video Golf, and live music. Banquet facilities are available. more... 

Ruth's Chris Steak House 45 South Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, Located in Circle Centre Mall, 317-633-1313, 1-800-544-0808 ext. 155, Decorated in Old English style, this restaurant serves prime steaks, fresh seafood, New Orleans-style specialties, salads, fresh vegetables, delicious desserts, fine cigars, and a world-class wine list. more... 

T.G.I. Friday's 501 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46264, 317-685-8443, Located at the Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Indianapolis, T.G.I. Friday's serves pastas, salads, steak, and burgers in a memorabilia filled atmosphere. 

Chester Calloway's Classic American Grill 134 Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317-767-1903, Casual restaurant serving many American dishes on the lower level and a full service bar with over 65 beers on the upper level in an old-fashioned, family atmosphere. 

Hal's Vegas Bar & Grille 1133 North State Road 135, Greenwood, IN 46142, 317-888-3427, With a flavorful and tempting menu and all your favorite drinkks, as well as a few soon-to-be favorites including the Chocolate Sin-Sation or the Full House Martini, dinner is a real treat at this restaurant. Seafood with a Creole flair, traditional homemade pastas and fork-tender Black Angus steaks all await you at Hal’s. You’ll enjoy the commemorative nod to the Rat Pack in both the memorabilia-laden décor and dulcet tones of Old Blue Eyes crooning in the background.  

Hard Times Cafe 121 West Maryland Street, Indianapolis, IN 46225, 317-916-8800, Features four authentic and historically correct chili recipes and serves hamburgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, and desserts in a Southwestern Depression era chili parlor atmosphere. Full service bar offers many microbrew beers. more... 

Hollyhock Hill 8110 North College Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46240, 317-251-2294, Located in a grand old country home, this restaurant has been serving skillet fried chicken, shrimp, broiled fish, and three choices of steak in a family atmosphere for over 70 years. more... 

Iron Skillet Restaurant 2489 West 30th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222, 317-923-6353, Located in a century-old home overlooking the Coffin Golf Course, this restaurant has been serving traditional Hoosier cuisine on tables set with fresh floral arrangements and candles for over 45 years. more...

Keystone Grill 8650 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis, IN 46240, 317-848-5202, An award-winning full service restaurant serving USDA Prime meats and fresh seafood flown in daily. Also features a raw bar that includes jumbo shrimp cocktail. The menu changes daily. more... 

Loon Lake Lodge 6880 East 82nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46250, 317-845-9011, An upscale 13, 000 square foot restaurant serving wild game, freshwater fish, and outstanding steaks in a northern mountain lodge decor atmosphere. A 1,700 gallon aquarium and an original 1934 16 foot Cris Craft runabout will delight both young and old patrons. more... 

Rick's Cafe Boatyard 4050 Dandy Trail, Indianapolis, IN 46254, 317-290-9300, Located on the water at Eagle Creek Reservoir across from the Eagle Creek Airport, this restaurant offers exceptional American cuisine with inside and outside dining options. more... 

Bar-B-Q Heaven, Inc. 2515 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208, 317-926-1667, Carry-out only barbecue place featuring plenty of ribs, rib tips, chicken, shoulder, corned beef, salads, and sweet potato pie. 

Alcatraz Brewing Co. 49 West Maryland Street, Suite 104, Indianapolis, IN 46204, Located in Circle Centre Mall, 317-488-1230, Brew pub serving appetizers, salads, pastas, wood-fired pizzas, sandwiches, and an array of delectable entrees with brewed-on-premise beers. more...

ShelBi street CaFe & Bistro 1105 Shelby Street, Indianapolis, IN 46203, 317-687-4857, This contemporary cafe, located in the Fountain Square Theatre Building, offers homemade soups, fresh baked bread, gourmet salads, sandwiches, pizza, and specialty coffees, all served in a casual atmosphere. Their dinner menu is seasonal. more... 

P.F. Chang's China Bistro 49 West Maryland Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, Circle Centre Mall, 317-974-5747, The P.F. Chang's experience is a unique combination of Chinese cuisine, attentive service, wine, and tempting desserts all served in a stylish, high-energy bistro.  more... 

Hubbard & Cravens Coffee Company 4930 North Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205, 317-251-5161, 800-545-2009, Specializes in gourmet coffee, specialty coffee drinks, fresh sandwiches, and European desserts. more... 

BD's Mongolian Barbeque 3838 East 82nd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240, Located in Clearwater Crossings, 317-585-0700, Unique restaurant serving various cuts of meat and vegetables seasoned with a large variety of spices and oils. Also allows guests to create their own stir-fry plates. more... 

Palomino 49 West Maryland Street, Suite 189, Indianapolis, IN 46204, Located on Circle Centre, 317-974-0400, Upscale European-style bistro with house specialties including wood-oven pizzas, fire-roasted garlic chicken, and Pacific fresh salmon.

Dooley's Bagels & Deli 1 North Meridian Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317-972-8074, Deli serving fresh baked bagels, sandwiches, and two-foot party subs. Catering available.

Melting Pot 1259 State Road 135 North, Greenwood, IN 46142, 317-889-0777, This restaurant offers the unique experience of fondue dining. Guests enjoy four delicious fondue cooking styles and tasty entrees. The menu also includes salads and desserts. Don't miss the wine list and combination drink and fondue specials.

Melting Pot, The 5650 East 86th Street, Suite F, Indianapolis, IN 46250, 317-841-3601, Dinner here is sure to be a delight. You get quite a show as they can prepare cheese fondue, nine chocolate dessert fondues, and an array of fresh seafood, chicken and meats right at your table.  

Panache 14950 Bridlewood Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46033, 317-706-3463, Unique restaurant serving a continental breakfast buffet, upscale lunch items, and eclectic creative dinner dishes. Also offers an extensive wine list. 

Rathskeller Restaurant (circa 1894) 401 East Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317-636-0396, "Old World" restaurant serves classic and gourmet German cuisine and features one of Indiania's most unique bars. A wide variety of German beers is served. more... 

Greek Islands Restaurant 906 South Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46225, Located in Downtown Indianapolis, 317-636-0700, Authentic Greek family restaurant with many house specialties including Saganaki, Souvlaki, Mousaka, and lamb chops. more... 

India Garden Restaurant 143 North Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317-634-6060, Casual restaurant serving chicken, lamb, seafood, and vegetarian dishes. Banquet hall available. 

Egyptian Cafe and Hookah Bar 6265 Carrollton Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46220, 317-255-4400, The Egyptian is an Egyptian inspired café and hookah bar located in the heart of Broad Ripple in Indianapolis. A mix of Middle-Eastern, Egyptian, Greek and a few American dishes are offered. Wireless Internet access is available. Hours are Sunday through Thursday 11am-2am and Friday through Saturday from 11am-4am.

Claddagh Irish Pub 234 South Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46225, 317-822-6274, Irish pub serving Irish stew, fish and chips, shepherd's pie, 20-ounce pints, and many more great Irish menu items. 

Griffin's County Kerry Pub 7930 South Emerson Avenue, Suite 109, Indianapolis, IN 46237, 317-889-7100, Irish sports pub serving specialty sandwiches, Irish stew, and many more Irish entrees. Offers seven televisions, pool tables, karaoke, and live Irish entertainment on Wednesdays and Saturdays. 

Agio 635 Massachusetts Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317-488-0359, A fine dining restaurant, Italian/Mediterranean cuisines by Chef Joseph Heidenreich are served here with specialties including fresh homemade breads, sauces, and desserts. An extensive wine list is available. more... 

Anvil Inn 29 East Jackson Street, Cicero, IN 46034, 317-984-4533, Anvil Inn is a steak house featuring authentic Italian specialties.

Bertolini's Authentic Trattoria 49 West Maryland Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, Located in Circle Centre, 317-638-1800, Serves authentic Italian cuisine in a stylish, yet fun and festive environment.

Buca di Beppo 35 North Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317-632-2822, Southern Italian restaurant specializing in spaghetti and meatballs, chicken cacciatore, rigatoni positano, and many more "immigrant" Italian dishes in a 1940s-50s Italian supper club atmosphere.

Iaria's Italian Restaurant 317 South College Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46202, 317-638-7706, Opened in 1933, this restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Many celebrities have dined here. more...

Benihana 8830 Keystone Crossing Road, Indianapolis, IN 46240, 317-846-2495, Casual hibachi steakhouse restaurant serving steak, lobster, shrimp, scallops, fresh vegetables, and chicken, all prepared before your very eyes. 

Acapulco Joe's Mexican Restaurant 365 North Illinois Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317-637-5160, Indianapolis's first Mexican restaurant serving authentic Mexican cuisine, traditional breakfast items, and daily drink specials.  

Bazbeaux Pizza 334 Massachusetts Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317-636-7662, The winner of the People's Choice Award for best pizza by Indianapolis Monthly magazine several years, creative pizzas, salads, and sandwiches are made here with the freshest ingredients. 

New Orleans House 3345 Township Line Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260, 317-872-9670, Offers a buffet with steamed shrimp, fresh Chesapeake Bay Bluepoint oysters on the half shell, sauteed scallops, frog legs, escargot, and many more seafood and non-seafood items. Also features an extensive wine list.

Eddie Merlot's 3645 East 96th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240, 317-846-8303, A recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, Eddie Merlot's serves a delectable prime aged beef and a vast selection of fine wines, seafood appetizers, and scrumptious desserts.  more...

Morton's the Steakhouse 41 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204, 317- 229-4700, This fine steakhouse is known for their rich decor and attention to detail. They have an extensive wine list and have mouthwatering steaks seasoned to perfection. They also have a board room for private meetings, special events and receptions for 10 people or more.  more... 

Sullivan's Steakhouse 3316 East 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240, 317-580-1280, Classic steakhouse featuring beef, seafood, signature martinis, and fine cigars in a 1940's style atmosphere. Also offers an upscale bar with live jazz music available Wednesday through Saturday.