Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in South Indy

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

Indianapolis

Neighborhoods

Broad Ripple / Meridian - KesslerCarmel / WestfieldCastleton / Keystone CrossingsDowntown IndyMass AveNW Indy / Zionsville

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

57 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Cake Bake Shop - Broad Ripple Village restaurant

1. The Cake Bake Shop - Broad Ripple Village

4.7

Exceptional(1560)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler

Booked 27 times today

Transport yourself into a magical fairytale and prepare for an unforgettable experience. Whether you are looking for a place to celebrate your birthday, to have an elegant lunch, or romantic dinner our beautifully decorated cake shop is the perfect place. Please note, for Afternoon Tea reservations, please contact our Events team directly.Delicious three-layer cakes, as well as cheesecakes, pies, cookies, and other desserts fill our elegantly designed display case and are served daily. For the savory side, we offer an expanded lunch and dinner menu featuring some traditional dishes as well as our signature quiche and chicken salad. Our menu changes seasonally, to ensure every experience is a new one. Everything on our menu is house made from scratch daily with our commitment to the highest quality and ingredients. Gwendolyn's Cake Bake Shop has become the destination of Indianapolis for celebrating birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and all life's special occasions.

A photo of Root & Bone - Indianapolis restaurant

2. Root & Bone - Indianapolis

4.7

Exceptional(2214)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler

Booked 24 times today

Root & Bone Indianapolis • 4601 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN. • 317-602-8672Soul nurturing, conscientiously sourced, farm-fresh ingredients. A craftsman’s ethic coupled with artistic culinary thought. A tribute to the timeless recipes and traditions of rural America and the warm embrace of its hospitality.

3. The Fountain Room

4.7

Exceptional(1254)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mass Ave

Booked 37 times today

A stylish departure from steakhouse tradition, The Fountain Room embraces Supper Club flair without the formality, blending fine dining with unabashed fun. Guests can indulge in timeless fare, including pickled relish trays, richly flavorful prime rib, classic side dishes, and house-made desserts, paired with strong cocktails and a well-curated wine list. The stunning space features velvet banquettes, glowing chandeliers, and a reel-to-reel machine that evokes a sense of nostalgia. Look for the historic Bottleworks hotel entrance and listen for sounds of mischief. Named one of Open Table & People Magazine's '50 Most Beautiful Restaurants in America.'

4. Meridian

4.6

Exceptional(2694)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler

Booked 14 times today

Meridian Restaurant and Bar is located in the Meridian Street Historic District on the north side of Indianapolis. Meridian is a fine dining establishment serving innovative American cuisine. Our menu incorporates regional American and international flavors sure to please any palate and offers a selection of natural beef, fresh fish, pork, chicken, and pastas. Our curated wine list is a perfect companion for the menu, and we offer a full selection of cocktails and beer as well. The intimate setting and professional staff provide one of the most unique dining experiences in Indianapolis.

5. Gather 22

4.7

Exceptional(166)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown Indy

Booked 13 times today

To be the best gathering place in Indianapolis.Where our new Hoosiers are proud to be locals.Where a meal is an experience and a restaurant can be so much more.The place for first dates or family get togethers.For celebrations or just another weekday adventure.The place for something different.The place for something new.But at the same time,the place you just keep on going back to.Atmosphere: Modern, natural, large outdoor space(pet friendly)Chef: Kris KrapinskiBar: Pablo Gonzalez

6. Eating Fresh

3.6

Very Good(71)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler

Booked 3 times today

Eating Fresh is a modern innovative Vietnamese restaurant featuring locally grown produce. We provide an innovative Fresh menu pairs perfectly with the owners hands-on select and prepare ingredients…Our goal was to serve the best local ingredients prepared in the freshest ways possible. Because of our unique menu, we knew the challenges we are facing, but we are still aiming at providing sustainable and locally sourced meals for our guests at best as we can.Located in the Heart of Broad Ripple, Indianapolis Indiana. EATING FRESH is a great place to connect with family and friends and is your go-to spot when you need to impress a client or boss. The menu shares a few classic Vietnamese dishes, including the world famous Vietnamese PHO, SPICY BEEF NODDLE, BANH MI, We also offers a broader menu variety featuring Vietnamese BBQ, Hot Pot, kebabs, steaks, seafood and much more

7. Salt on Mass

4.8

Exceptional(3377)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown Indy

Booked 38 times today

Located in a contemporary space of coastal design and floor to ceiling views of the city skyline and Massachusetts Avenue, Salt on Mass has a focus on fresh. A locally owned scratch kitchen and bar specializing in wild and sustainable seafood, steaks, hand crafted cocktails along with an extensive wine list, Salt on Mass prides itself on creating unique dining experiences. The restaurant has quickly become a hot spot before a night out on the town, pre and post theatre dining, casual after work cocktails, late night cocktails on the patio, social plate sharing, business dinners, special occasions, private dining and rehearsal dinners.

A photo of LouVino - Mass Ave restaurant

8. LouVino - Mass Ave

4.3

Awesome(1066)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown Indy

Booked 6 times today

LouVino redefines southern fusion with an innovative, chef-driven, southern-inspired menu. LouVino's bar program focuses on an Indianapolis-best 50+ glass pours of wine, craft beer, cocktails and bourbon. LouVino’s award winning concept has been featured in Southern Living and was selected as one of Buzzfeed & Yelp’s top wine bars in the state. The restaurant is as casual as it is chic with a neighborhood feel for friends and a destination dining spot for travelers, with a little bite of the South for everyone’s palates. Our menu is ever-changing based on seasonal ingredients available. This LouVino location also boasts two private dining rooms for rehearsal dinners, business meetings, client events or any other special occasion. Both dining rooms look out over the bustling Mass Ave neighborhood. Join us for a unique, unforgettable dining experience!

9. Bocca

4.8

Exceptional(407)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown Indy

Booked 23 times today

WELCOME TO BOCCAMODERN italian CUISINECome to celebrate your special event or occasion! Allow us to make your event memorable. We look forward to serving and seeing you soon!

10. Modita

4.7

Exceptional(1186)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Mass Ave

Booked 24 times today

Across many Asian cultures, the word modita means delight. Modita is a full-service, Asian-inspired restaurant that will be sure to delight.Modita is located in the historic Bottleworks Hotel & District of Mass Ave and highlights a variety of ingredients with an Asian-inspired, unique spin on dishes including sushi, dim sum, noodles and rice, along with robata grilled specialties.

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