Griff's Downtown Indianapolis Favorites
Food scene
The beer garden at the Rathskeller is a wonderful place to chill on sunny days. They often have live music in the evenings, so be sure to check out their website for scheduling.
PS - the Hefeweizen is delicious
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The Rathskeller
401 E Michigan StThe beer garden at the Rathskeller is a wonderful place to chill on sunny days. They often have live music in the evenings, so be sure to check out their website for scheduling.
PS - the Hefeweizen is delicious
Tasty Mexican food right across the street. Previously Acapulco Joe’s (Indy’s first Mexican restaurant), El Toro has taken over but still honors some of the traditions that made this place legendary to the city.
El Toro Downtown
365 North Illinois StreetTasty Mexican food right across the street. Previously Acapulco Joe’s (Indy’s first Mexican restaurant), El Toro has taken over but still honors some of the traditions that made this place legendary to the city.
The city market offers a variety of local mom and pop food choices. It is only open during lunch hours and closed on Sunday’s. The location also hosts events throughout the year and you can learn more at their website IndyCM.com
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Indianapolis City Market
222 E Market StThe city market offers a variety of local mom and pop food choices. It is only open during lunch hours and closed on Sunday’s. The location also hosts events throughout the year and you can learn more at their website IndyCM.com
Bakersfield is an outlaw themed tacos and tequila joint. Trendy spot with tasty margaritas.
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Bakersfield
334 Massachusetts AveBakersfield is an outlaw themed tacos and tequila joint. Trendy spot with tasty margaritas.
There aren’t many dives left on Mass Ave but Chatterbox is hanging on. Fun place to drink and listen to live jazz.
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Chatterbox Jazz Club
435 Massachusetts AveThere aren’t many dives left on Mass Ave but Chatterbox is hanging on. Fun place to drink and listen to live jazz.
World famous shrimp cocktail sauce. St. Elmo’s is a local historic favorite.
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St. Elmo Steak House
127 S Illinois StWorld famous shrimp cocktail sauce. St. Elmo’s is a local historic favorite.
There are quite a few fine dining options in Indy. In terms of best food, Capital Grille is my favorite.
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The Capital Grille
40 W Washington StThere are quite a few fine dining options in Indy. In terms of best food, Capital Grille is my favorite.
If chicken and waffles is your thing, Maxines has you covered.
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Maxine's Chicken & Waffles
222 E Market StIf chicken and waffles is your thing, Maxines has you covered.
Coaches is a quaint little sports bar near Banker’s Life Fieldhouse. I personally think they serve the best burger in downtown Indy.
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Coaches Tavern
28 S Pennsylvania StCoaches is a quaint little sports bar near Banker’s Life Fieldhouse. I personally think they serve the best burger in downtown Indy.
Kilroy’s is famous for their stuffed breadsticks and plethora of Long Island cocktail options. Fun place to watch a game, eat wings, and mingle amongst the cool kids.
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Kilroy's
201 S Meridian StKilroy’s is famous for their stuffed breadsticks and plethora of Long Island cocktail options. Fun place to watch a game, eat wings, and mingle amongst the cool kids.
The Eagle Mass Ave
310 Massachusetts AveExcellent fried chicken.
The Eagle’s Nest is an upscale 360 degree rotating restaurant on top of the Hyatt building. A fun romantic experience with tasty food and cocktails.
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The Eagle's Nest
1 S Capitol AveThe Eagle’s Nest is an upscale 360 degree rotating restaurant on top of the Hyatt building. A fun romantic experience with tasty food and cocktails.
Giorgio’s is a hidden gem located just East of the Circle. It has been there for a long time and the pie is delicious.
Giorgio's Pizza
9 E Market StGiorgio’s is a hidden gem located just East of the Circle. It has been there for a long time and the pie is delicious.
Bazbeaux
329 Massachusetts AveThe Quattro Formaggio is an Indianapolis staple.
A locally owned scratch kitchen and bar specializing in wild and sustainable seafood, steaks, hand-crafted cocktails, and an extensive wine list.
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Salt on Mass
505 Massachusetts AveA locally owned scratch kitchen and bar specializing in wild and sustainable seafood, steaks, hand-crafted cocktails, and an extensive wine list.
At Café Patachou, customers can expect dishes prepared with premium ingredients from scratch and to-order, with service that is refreshingly personal, yet professional in environments that are vibrant and convivial.
Café Patachou
At Café Patachou, customers can expect dishes prepared with premium ingredients from scratch and to-order, with service that is refreshingly personal, yet professional in environments that are vibrant and convivial.
“It’s a classic, purely American, and an icon. The hamburger is the people’s sandwich, everyman’s food. Paired with a beer, we can't imagine what could be much better. Bru is an ode to our love... the Burger.”
BRU Burger Bar - Indianapolis
“It’s a classic, purely American, and an icon. The hamburger is the people’s sandwich, everyman’s food. Paired with a beer, we can't imagine what could be much better. Bru is an ode to our love... the Burger.”
Sugar Factory - Indianapolis
High-end sports-bar chain with a huge menu of New American fare & an extensive list of draft beers.
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Yard House
15 W Maryland StHigh-end sports-bar chain with a huge menu of New American fare & an extensive list of draft beers.
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
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Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
117 E Washington StUpscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
People come to The Garage to get fed by the best the region has to offer: entrepreneurs who push boundaries, shape tastes and put Indianapolis on the culinary map. We’re a marketplace for locals, transplants, visitors and everyone in between searching for an authentic taste of Indy.
The Garage Food Hall
People come to The Garage to get fed by the best the region has to offer: entrepreneurs who push boundaries, shape tastes and put Indianapolis on the culinary map. We’re a marketplace for locals, transplants, visitors and everyone in between searching for an authentic taste of Indy.
Microbrews, salads, sandwiches & build-your-own pies in a family-friendly eatery with a bar & TVs.
Pearl Street Pizzeria & Pub
65 E Pearl StMicrobrews, salads, sandwiches & build-your-own pies in a family-friendly eatery with a bar & TVs.
Bustling diner featuring giant burgers & other casual grub, plus cocktails in an old-school space.
Cash Only 💵
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Working Man's Friend
234 N Belmont AveBustling diner featuring giant burgers & other casual grub, plus cocktails in an old-school space.
Cash Only 💵
Union 50
620 N East StChef driven restaurant and bar located on Mass Ave
This sister restaurant to the famous St. Elmo Steak House, shares a few classic dishes, while also offering more menu variety. Open for lunch and dinner daily.
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Harry & Izzy's
153 S Illinois StThis sister restaurant to the famous St. Elmo Steak House, shares a few classic dishes, while also offering more menu variety. Open for lunch and dinner daily.
“The menu showcases an array of seafood dishes, ranging from classic seafood preparations to innovative seafood-focused cuisine crafted by our Executive Chefs.”
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The Oceanaire Seafood Room
30 S Meridian St“The menu showcases an array of seafood dishes, ranging from classic seafood preparations to innovative seafood-focused cuisine crafted by our Executive Chefs.”
Loughmiller's Pub & Eatery
301 W Washington StExcellent pub grub and vibes
Bangkok Restaurant & Jazz Bar
225 E Ohio StSwanky Thai spot with live jazz music on the weekends
Thaitanium
735 Massachusetts AveNice portions
The vibes, cocktails, and generational family Thai recipes makes BOHDI one of the best restaurants in the city
BODHI
The vibes, cocktails, and generational family Thai recipes makes BOHDI one of the best restaurants in the city
Sightseeing
Monument Circle
Monument CircleWelcome to Circle City!
The Eiteljorg Museum is such a cool place to learn about the indigenous people of America.
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Eiteljorg Múzeum
500 W Washington StThe Eiteljorg Museum is such a cool place to learn about the indigenous people of America.
Scottish Rite Cathedral
650 N Meridian StIndiana State Capitol
200 W Washington StParks & Nature
You can see the Memorial from the condo, and it's truly a peaceful park to read, snap photography, or get some excercise.
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Indiana War Memorial
55 E Michigan StYou can see the Memorial from the condo, and it's truly a peaceful park to read, snap photography, or get some excercise.
Canal Walk
Canal WalkThe canal is a great place to sightsee and get some exercise.
Shopping
Circle Centre Mall
49 W Maryland StSilver In the City
434 Massachusetts AveA quirky little local shop on Mass Ave
Stout's Footwear
318 Massachusetts AveThe oldest shoe store in America
Essentials
Needler's Fresh Market
320 N New Jersey StKroger
Entertainment & Activities
The convention center is the host of many global conventions.
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Indiana Convention Center
Monument CircleThe convention center is the host of many global conventions.
Home of the Indianapolis Colts, and host of many large events including the Big10 Championship, Final Four, Concerts, and More.
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Lucas Oil Stadion
500 S Capitol AveHome of the Indianapolis Colts, and host of many large events including the Big10 Championship, Final Four, Concerts, and More.
Home of the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever, Bankers Life Fieldhouse has been voted the best arena to play basketball in by NBA players. The intimate architecture makes for even nosebleed seats to have a decent view.
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Bankers Life Fieldhouse
125 S Pennsylvania StHome of the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever, Bankers Life Fieldhouse has been voted the best arena to play basketball in by NBA players. The intimate architecture makes for even nosebleed seats to have a decent view.
Getting Around
The Cultural Trail of Indianapolis is a bikers paradise. It connects to various trails in Indy, and has plenty of historic landmarks along the way.
Indianapolis Cultural Trail
132 W Walnut StIndianapolis Cultrual Bike Trail