INDIANAPOLIS
Food & Wine:
 There is an eclectic mix of restaurants in the downtown area, plus many wineries in the state, to produce a wide array of dining options from fondue to Japanese to hearty American steak platters, in short - a restaurant to suit every taste and budget.
The area is so passionate about it's food and wine that this year will see the 6th annual Vintage Indiana Wine Food Festival on 4th June 2005 in downtown Indy.
Downtown Restaurants:
Malibu on Maryland
14 W Maryland St
Indianapolis, IN 46204-3547
Tel: 317-635-4334
Fax: 317-635-4924
Website: www.malibuonmaryland.com
This handsome new bistro-style eatery is one of the hottest things to come to downtown Indy in awhile. Reconstructive surgery made this a sleek restaurant full of granite tabletops, fired glass and gleaming cherry paneling (on the first two floors), with equally modish apartment-style hotel rooms on the top floor. Pricey, yet tasty, classy, yet not overdone, Malibu's appeal is that it maintains high-end quality with a comfortable, ego-free dining experience. Knowledgeable servers who've memorized the menu will get you started on an appetizer, and guide you toward tasty, inventive fare. Food presentation is always impressive and appealing.
Alcatraz Brewing Co.
Circle Centre, 49 W. Maryland St., Ste. C-12
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Tel: (317) 488-1230
Fax: (317) 488-1231
Website: www.alcatrazbrewing.com/
Gleaming copper brew kettles and impressive stainless steel fermentation vessels serve as the backdrop for the long sweeping bar in this chic brew pub. The menu features a selection of first courses, salads, pastas, wood-fired pizzas, sandwiches and main courses.
120 West Market Fresh Grill
120 W. Market St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Tel: 317-972-0600
Website: www.indianapolis.hilton.com
Remarkable entrees prepared in an open-exhibition kitchen featuring a wood-burning oven.
6 Restaurant & Lounge
247 S. Meridian, Indianapolis, IN 46225
Tel: 704-506-0856
Website: www.6indy.com
Located downtown, this facility offers an environment like no other. With a wide range of options, guests can enjoy dancing, entertainment or the perfect places for conversation. An exclusive menu features large appetizers meant to be shared. The martini list offers more than 30 unique martinis. Wine, beer, premium liquor and a variety of delicious cocktails are also offered.
Acapulco Joe's Mexican Restaurant
365 N. Illinois St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Tel: 317-637-5160
Average Entree Costs: $7 Indianapolis’ first Mexican restaurant with house specialties such as chili con queso, fajitas and Mexican pizza. Drink specials daily. Seating for up to 160 people. Reservations accepted for groups of five or more. All major credit cards accepted.
Agio Restaurant & Bar
635 Massachusetts Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Tel: 317-488-0359
E-mail: agiorestaurant@aol.com
Website: www.agiorestaurant.net
Average Entree Costs: $25-$30 Casually elegant fine dining with white tablecloths and linen. The chef-driven menu offers something for everyone including fresh made breads, sauces and desserts.
Basey's Downtown Grill & Spirits
419 S. West St., Indianapolis, IN 46225
Tel: 317-637-4514
E-mail: roadhog@sbcglobal.net
Web Site: www.baseysdowntown.com
Located on the southwest corner of the RCA Dome behind the Best Western Hotel, this downtown restaurant/bar has high-class appeal with a full menu. The bar offers top-shelf liquors, both domestic and import beers along with choice wines and cigars. Menu features appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, steaks and fish.
Bertolinis Authentic Trattoria
Circle Centre Mall, 49 W. Maryland St.,
Ste. B3, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Tel: 317-638-1800
E-mail: GM_Indianapolis-BERT@mortons.com
Website: www.mortons.com
Authentic cuisine, served with Italian flair for a very reasonable price. Specializing in angel hair pasta with tomato, basil, garlic and olive oil; and fresh pasta with spinach and ricotta cheese in a wild mushroom sauce. Handicapped facilities, reservations accepted, valet parking.
Blue Cactus
20 N. Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Tel: 317-638-2100
E-mail: thebluecactus@sbcglobal.net
Average Dinner Entre Costs: $16.95 Offering Latin Caribbean blend of food and design. Featuring live band on Fri. and Salsa Saturdays with salsa dancing until 3 a.m.
Buca di Beppo
35 N. Illinois St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-632-2822
E-mail: indianapolisbuca@bucadebeppo.com
Website: www.bucadibeppo.com
Buca di Beppo offers flavorful helpings of favorites like Spaghetti with Meatballs, Chicken Cacciatore, Linguine Frutti di Mare, and Neapolitan Pizzas, as well as a rotating menu of nightly specials. Meant to be shared, dishes go straight from the kitchen to the middle of your table- family-style in Buca Small portions for 2-3 people and Buca Large for 4-6 people.
Slippery Noodle Inn
372 S. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Tel: (317) 631-6974
Fax: (317) 631-6903
Slide down to the historic Noodle for good food until the wee hours from the full-service kitchen. Friendly service, good drinks and live blues seven nights a week complement a dinner or just a snack.
St. Elmo Steak House
127 S. Illinois St.
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Tel: (317) 637-1811 (800) 637-1811
Fax: (317) 687-9162
Email: craig@stelmos.com
An Indianapolis institution since 1902, St. Elmo is a favourite of local and national celebrities. Enjoy mouth-watering steaks, seafood, chicken or chops. Begin with Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail and sample wine from the award-winning wine list to complete your dining experience.
Magic Moments Restaurant 
One N. Pennsylvania St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Tel: (317) 822-3400
Fax: (317) 951-0662
Enjoy fine dining and magical entertainment at this downtown restaurant. Diners can expect a wonderful menu of specialty dishes and an extensive selection of fine wines and spirits, as well as table-side sleight of hand of the highest caliber. Located in the Penthouse offering one of Indy's finest cityscape views.
Mikado Japanese Restaurant
148 S. Illinois St.
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Tel: (317) 972-4180
The finest in authentic Japanese cuisine, offering delicious selections from a seasonal menu. Fabulous dining room features a Japanese garden, contemporary Japanese furniture and handmade china from Japan. Come in for a cup of sake, salmon teriyaki or the freshest sushi available.
Palomino Euro Bistro
Circle Centre, 49 W. Maryland St., Ste. 189
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Tel: (317) 974-0400
Fax: (317) 974-1865
Upbeat city dining, romantic notion of a European bistro. House signatures include wood-oven pizzas, fire-roasted garlic chicken, Pacific fresh salmon. Offering food for any mood.
The Melting Pot
5650 E 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46250-1557
Tel: (317) 841-3601
Cross Street: Allisonville Road
Booths equipped with tabletop fondue pots are clustered together inside the intimate dining room. Start with a cheese fondue, including an assortment of breads, veggies and fruits for dipping. Entrees include lobster, center-cut filet, fish, chicken and vegetarian selections served with a variety of dipping sauces. It's hip to dip at this cozy fondue-lover's paradise.
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