Arts Midwest

Explore the Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association’s guide to the wide variety of restaurants in downtown Indianapolis, and check out the following recommendations from our Host Committee and others!

^	Food service available after 9:00 p.m.
$	Less than $12 per entrée (avg.)
$$	$12–$20 per entrée (avg.)
$$$	more than $20 per entrée (avg.)

CIRCLE CENTRE MALL — walking distance from Westin ( < 1/2 mile)

Circle Centre Mall

• Counter Service: A&W All-American Foods; Asian Chao; Auntie Anne’s Pretzels; Cajun & Grill; Chick-fil-A; Cinnabon; Currito: Burritos without Borders; Einstein Bros. Bagels; Great Steak & Potato Company; Haagen-Dazs; Maki of Japan; Nordstrom Café; Nordstrom Espresso Bar; Panera Bread; Subway; Sweet Factory; Taco Bell; Villa Pizza; Wetzel’s Pretzels
• Full Service: Alcatraz Brewing Company; Bella Vita; Champps Americana; Frullati Café; Harry & Izzy’s; Johnny Rockets; Nick’s Café; Nordstrom Grill; P.F. Chang’s China Bistro; Palomino Euro Bistro; Ruth’s Chris Steak House; Weber Grill Restaurant

DOWNTOWN QUICK SERVICE — walking distance from Westin ( < 1/2 mile)

Starbucks ($)
Locations: Westin lobby, Hyatt lobby, Circle Tower/Monument Circle
Coffee, espresso drinks, pastries, and more.

Qdoba Mexican Grill ($^)
Burritos, tacos, salads, and other Mexican dishes.

Jimmy John’s ($^)
Gourmet sandwiches with attitude.

Pita Pit ($^)
Pita sandwiches of all kinds – meat, veggie, breakfast.

Steak ’n Shake ($^)
Steakburgers, milkshakes, and more.

DOWNTOWN FULL SERVICE — walking distance from Westin ( < 1/2 mile)

Sushi on the Rocks ($-$$^)
Traditional and adventurous appetizers and rolls.

Loughmiller’s Pub & Eatery ($^)
35 different beers plus a famous English beef sandwich.

Le Peep Restaurant ($–$$)
Unique breakfast and lunch creations; voted “best breakfast” and “best omelet” in town.

Ike & Jonesy’s ($^)
American food; great dancing; live music Tue.–Wed.

Scotty’s ($-$$^)
Locally owned brew house; large, American-style menu.

St. Elmo Steak House ($$$^)
One of the oldest restaurants in town; strong wine cellar, superb steaks, great atmosphere.

Nicky Blaine’s ($$^)
Martinis, fine cigars, wine, port, grappa, single-malt scotches, and vodkas; appetizer menu; live jazz Mon.–Thur.

Mikado Japanese Restaurant ($$$^)
Fresh sushi; teppanyaki grill; full bar.

Claddagh Irish Pub ($^)
Full bar; seafood, sandwiches, entrées, and traditional bar food.

MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE ARTS DISTRICT — 1/2—1½ mile from Westin

R Bistro ($$$)
Innovative American cuisine featuring simple dishes, fresh ingredients; menu changes weekly; reservations required.

Bazbeaux Pizza ($^)
Deep-dish pizza with a variety of gourmet toppings; antipastos, salads, and baguette sandwiches; beer and wine.

BARcelona Tapas ($^)
Typical tapas fare; great sangria; vegan, lactose-free, gluten-free, nut-free options.

Rathskeller Restaurant ($$)
Authentic German food; extensive list of imported beers; outdoor Biergarten.

FortyFive Degrees ($$-$$$^)
Ultra-cool venue for go-to cocktails and feel-good bar food; specializing in martinis and sushi.

Hoaglin To Go Café & Marketplace ($)
Gourmet sandwiches, great quiche, specialty breads and desserts; eat in or carry out.

India Garden ($$)
Voted best Indian cuisine by Indianapolis Monthly and Nuvo.

Chatham Tap ($^)
English pub in the heart of the theater and arts district.

Agio ($$–$$$)
Features Italian dishes and a famous wine list; live jazz on Friday nights.

Earth House Café ($)
Indiana’s only 100% organic and fair trade coffee shop; café offerings include vegan options.

MacNiven’s Restaurant and Bar ($^)
Scottish pub offering typical Scottish pub fare plus Irish, vegetarian, and vegan options.

Old Point Tavern ($-$$^)
An Indy institution; great patio with nice views of the city.

OUTSIDE OF DOWNTOWN -– ¾ mile or more from Westin

El Sol De Tala ($$)
Authentic Mexican cuisine; voted tops for salsa, guacamole, and flan by Indianapolis Monthly.

Saffron Café ($$–$$$)
Indianapolis’ only Moroccan restaurant; outdoor seating, traditional favorites and more.

Shapiro’s Delicatessen ($)
Named the city’s best deli; known for heaping pastrami sandwiches, Hoosier Mud Pie.

Santorini Greek Kitchen ($^)
Traditional Greek and American fare; vegetarian options; belly dancing Fri.–Sat.

Amici’s Italian Restaurant ($$^)
Known for sausage in marinara sauce, fettuccine gorgonzola, and homemade gelato.