Guidebook for Indianapolis
Food Scene
Order an iced Cafe Miel and watch them pour love into your cup.
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Open Society
Order an iced Cafe Miel and watch them pour love into your cup.
Hands down best Mac & Cheese in Indy. So good they won’t even share the recipe!
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The Northside Social
6525 N College AveHands down best Mac & Cheese in Indy. So good they won’t even share the recipe!
Order one of their tasty margaritas and any of their unique and flavorful menu items
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Delicia
5215 N College AveOrder one of their tasty margaritas and any of their unique and flavorful menu items
From the amazing designs and architecture to the Latin flair of their menu, you’ll be sure to love this place!
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Livery
720 N College AveFrom the amazing designs and architecture to the Latin flair of their menu, you’ll be sure to love this place!
They got the best burgers in town! Try any of them, you’ll definitely leave full and satisfied.
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Bru Burger Bar
12901 Old Meridian StThey got the best burgers in town! Try any of them, you’ll definitely leave full and satisfied.
If you’re craving a delicious tamale, look no further!
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The Tamale Place
222 E Market StIf you’re craving a delicious tamale, look no further!
There are a lot of great vegan|vegetarian options here that are sure to please the palate and it’s right off the Monon Trail in Broadripple.
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Public Greens
902 E 64th StThere are a lot of great vegan|vegetarian options here that are sure to please the palate and it’s right off the Monon Trail in Broadripple.
This place is an experience like none other. If you’re looking to dine in, be sure to schedule a reservation in advance. Otherwise, stop in and grab a slice of cake - you won’t regret it!
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The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers
6515 Carrollton AveThis place is an experience like none other. If you’re looking to dine in, be sure to schedule a reservation in advance. Otherwise, stop in and grab a slice of cake - you won’t regret it!
There is always something happening at the Shoefly, from comedy night to trivia and live music; so check out the events on their website. Oh and order their beer cheese, it’s to die for.
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Shoefly Public House
There is always something happening at the Shoefly, from comedy night to trivia and live music; so check out the events on their website. Oh and order their beer cheese, it’s to die for.
If Heaven were in a donut, this would be it. These classic style donuts are loved by most Indy natives and I guarantee they have no complaints. Just so you know, if going in the early morning there’s bound to be a line, but it moves quick!
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Long's Bakery
1453 N Tremont StIf Heaven were in a donut, this would be it. These classic style donuts are loved by most Indy natives and I guarantee they have no complaints. Just so you know, if going in the early morning there’s bound to be a line, but it moves quick!
If you’re looking for a fine dining experience unlike any other in Indianapolis, then be sure to check out VIDA. With a farm to table concept menu and a gorgeously designed interior and architecture, you’ll leave VIDA with a memory you won’t forget.
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Vida
601 E New York StIf you’re looking for a fine dining experience unlike any other in Indianapolis, then be sure to check out VIDA. With a farm to table concept menu and a gorgeously designed interior and architecture, you’ll leave VIDA with a memory you won’t forget.
Be sure to go for lunch and order their grilled cheese! It’s not served for dinner and you won’t be disappointed!
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Fire by the Monon
6523 Ferguson StBe sure to go for lunch and order their grilled cheese! It’s not served for dinner and you won’t be disappointed!
SoBro Cafe
653 E 52nd StThey have a great vegetarian selection!
Siam Square
936 Virginia AveThis is some of the best Thai food in town!
This is a upscale sushi bar with a delicious menu. Be sure to go on Sunday for the 50% off select menu items, which is part of the Devour Downtown weekly promotion.
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FortyFive Degrees
765 Massachusetts AveThis is a upscale sushi bar with a delicious menu. Be sure to go on Sunday for the 50% off select menu items, which is part of the Devour Downtown weekly promotion.
I could eat here everyday for breakfast and brunch. Their food and coffee is always on point.
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Café Patachou
5790 E Main StI could eat here everyday for breakfast and brunch. Their food and coffee is always on point.
If you love the comfort of Italian food, you definitely need to eat here. You can taste the love in each one of the dishes.
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Mama Carolla's
1031 E 54th StIf you love the comfort of Italian food, you definitely need to eat here. You can taste the love in each one of the dishes.
From breakfast bagels to savory or sweet bagels, you’ll surely find something good to eat!
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Ripple Bagel & Deli
850 Broad Ripple AveFrom breakfast bagels to savory or sweet bagels, you’ll surely find something good to eat!
We don't only recommend for the fantastic food, but for the design. If you want to check out a project your host have designed, this is one of our favorites.
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Livery
720 N College AveWe don't only recommend for the fantastic food, but for the design. If you want to check out a project your host have designed, this is one of our favorites.
Parks & Nature
There’s all kinds of outdoor fun to be had here and is in walking distance from the Hidden Orchard Cottage. And it’s free!
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Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park: 100 Acres f'Newfields
1850 W 38th StThere’s all kinds of outdoor fun to be had here and is in walking distance from the Hidden Orchard Cottage. And it’s free!
Rent a kayak, have a picnic, go fishing, or walk the trails of this beautiful park.
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Eagle Creek Park
7840 West 56th StreetRent a kayak, have a picnic, go fishing, or walk the trails of this beautiful park.
Take a walk and explore the 22 acre Fitness Farm, right down road from the Cottage, on 44th street.
Fitness Farm
2525 W 44th StTake a walk and explore the 22 acre Fitness Farm, right down road from the Cottage, on 44th street.
There’s always plenty to do at Fort Harrison, aka Fort Ben, which was a former site of Benjamin Franklin. From nature trails along the Fall Creek to horseback riding, this is a beautiful park to see.
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Fort Harrison State Park
6000 N Post RdThere’s always plenty to do at Fort Harrison, aka Fort Ben, which was a former site of Benjamin Franklin. From nature trails along the Fall Creek to horseback riding, this is a beautiful park to see.
Arts & Culture
There’s always amazing exhibits featured here, plus there’s botanical gardens, putt putt golf, and other fun things to do.
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Newfields
4000 N Michigan RdThere’s always amazing exhibits featured here, plus there’s botanical gardens, putt putt golf, and other fun things to do.
This free museum is definitely memorable and tells of the history of WW1 and WW2 and the contributions made by some of Indiana’s fearless leaders.
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Indiana War Memorial
55 E Michigan StThis free museum is definitely memorable and tells of the history of WW1 and WW2 and the contributions made by some of Indiana’s fearless leaders.
There’s always a great lineup of shows to attend.
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Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
45 Monument CirThere’s always a great lineup of shows to attend.
The grounds are such a respite, located just around the corner and home to the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Things are always changing and the seasonal displays are a must-visit.
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Newfields
4000 N Michigan RdThe grounds are such a respite, located just around the corner and home to the Indianapolis Museum of Art. Things are always changing and the seasonal displays are a must-visit.
Shopping
There aren’t too many local shops to find here but parking is cheap and you can venture around the downtown area from here. There is also a movie theater with comfy reclining seats.
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Circle Centre Mall
49 W Maryland StThere aren’t too many local shops to find here but parking is cheap and you can venture around the downtown area from here. There is also a movie theater with comfy reclining seats.
This is a higher-end shopping mall but it’s where you can find the only Apple Store in Indiana, along with stores like LUSH, Urban Outfitters, Sax, and West Elm.
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The Fashion Mall at Keystone
8702 Keystone CrossingThis is a higher-end shopping mall but it’s where you can find the only Apple Store in Indiana, along with stores like LUSH, Urban Outfitters, Sax, and West Elm.
Castleton is another mall that has some stores that can’t be found at Circle Center or the Fashion Mall.
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Castleton Square
6020 E 82nd StCastleton is another mall that has some stores that can’t be found at Circle Center or the Fashion Mall.
Go check out all the vintage and antique things in this 2-story warehouse. There’s always a treasure to be found there!
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Midland Arts & Antiques Market
907 E Michigan StGo check out all the vintage and antique things in this 2-story warehouse. There’s always a treasure to be found there!
Essentials
They have good prices and a wide selection of groceries and it’s relatively close.
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Meijer
5349 W Pike Plaza RdThey have good prices and a wide selection of groceries and it’s relatively close.
If you’re looking for international food selections, Saraga is the place to go.
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Saraga International Grocery
3605 Commercial DrIf you’re looking for international food selections, Saraga is the place to go.
This Fresh Thyme was recently built and they have a great selection of fresh produce, along with made-to-order sandwiches and pizza, a sushi bar, and coffee shop.
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Fresh Thyme Farmers Market- Broad Ripple
6301 N College AveThis Fresh Thyme was recently built and they have a great selection of fresh produce, along with made-to-order sandwiches and pizza, a sushi bar, and coffee shop.
Trader Joe's
2902 W 86th StDrinks & Nightlife
Thunderbird
1127 Shelby StBluebeard
653 Virginia AveMetro Nightclub & Restaurant
707 Massachusetts AveThe Vogue
6259 N College AveKilroy's
201 S Meridian StBrothers Bar & Grill
910 Broad Ripple AveRed Lion Grog House
1043 Virginia AveA fun sports bar with great food!
Lots of local beers on tap and great food to choose from!
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Bent Rail Restaurant & Brewery
Lots of local beers on tap and great food to choose from!
You’ll love the Irvington neighborhood, which is where Black Acre is located.
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Black Acre Brewing Co
5632 E Washington StYou’ll love the Irvington neighborhood, which is where Black Acre is located.
A great beer and food selection, including tasty vegan options.
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The Sinking Ship
4923 N College AveA great beer and food selection, including tasty vegan options.
Sightseeing
This is the symbol of Indianapolis, located in the center of downtown.
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Monument Circle
Monument CircleThis is the symbol of Indianapolis, located in the center of downtown.
If you’re visiting around Halloween you don’t want to miss the Irvington Halloween Fest.
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Irvington
If you’re visiting around Halloween you don’t want to miss the Irvington Halloween Fest.
There’s plenty of modern art and poke stops along the canal walk, plus you can rent bikes, segways, paddle boats, or take a gondola ride (upon reservation).
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Canal Walk
Canal WalkThere’s plenty of modern art and poke stops along the canal walk, plus you can rent bikes, segways, paddle boats, or take a gondola ride (upon reservation).
This is where you’ll find the famous walking lady, along with great food places, boutique shopping, and plenty of nightlife.
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Massachusetts Avenue
Massachusetts AvenueThis is where you’ll find the famous walking lady, along with great food places, boutique shopping, and plenty of nightlife.
This street was completely renovated and decked out for the Super Bowl Village and always has plenty of night life. What’s great is that they turn on the outdoor heaters in the wintertime!
East Georgia Street
East Georgia StreetThis street was completely renovated and decked out for the Super Bowl Village and always has plenty of night life. What’s great is that they turn on the outdoor heaters in the wintertime!