Indy Recommendations
Petite Chou Bistro & Champagne Bar
One of our favorite restaurants in the city, this lovely little French bistro has an excellent menu with lots of options for everyone and great offerings for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Sára's favorite meal in the world may be their mussels & frites, while Luke loves to start with the burrata salad.
Chalet Coffee Shop
Chalet, designed to look like a ski lodge, has a charming atmosphere and delicious drinks to match it. Their pistachio latte, hot chocolate, and pastries are an excellent way to start your day. In the afternoon, the place transforms to a wine bar with wine, beer, charcuterie, and raclette, so you could really spend your whole day here!
Leviathan Bakehouse
Best croissants and pastries in Indianapolis. According to us, but also the professional pastry chefs of the area (okay, one professional pastry chef that we spoke to at a dinner party one time). Seriously amazing spot for coffee, pastries, or a sandwich.
The Little India Restaurant
A tiny, but delicious spot for Indian food featuring a robust menu of items from a multitude of different regions. A local classic near to our home and dear to our hearts, but, be warned, carry-out wait times can be a bit unpredictable (read: very long & have a snack before)
Indie Coffee Roasters
Carmel's best coffee shop (with the cutest logo, too 🐕) features excellent house-roasted coffee and a lovely ambiance.
Blue Sushi Sake Grill
An absolutely impeccable sushi menu featuring all the classics as well as vegan and vegetarian options. A little bit on the pricey side, but worth the splurge if you are a sushi-lover. The seaweed salad is an unexpected star on the menu!
Apocalypse Burger
Okay, we are hesitant to admit this, but they may or may not know us (and our order) by name here. In our defense, we do live extremely close to the restaurant! If you are craving a classic smash burger or fried chicken sandwich, this is the place for you. We will probably see you there!
Diavola
Our go-to pizza place in Indianapolis. Medium-thick crust and lots of options for sauces and toppings as well as salads and pastas to satisfy your craving for Italian food.
Wiseguy Lounge Speakeasy
Hidden in the back of Goodfella's Pizza, this speakeasy has excellent cocktails. Luke recommends "anything with bourbon," and Sára likes their spicy, jalapeño - strawberry drink.
Goose The Market
The best spot for sandwiches in the city! It is one of our favorite Sunday afternoon traditions to grab some fresh sandwiches, coffees, and gelato from this delightful bistro. They also have excellent, upscale produce and deli goods. You might as well start a sandwich punch card while you are here--feel free to pass it to us if you leave town!
Half Liter BBQ & Beer Hall
With great outdoor seating, quick service, and live music, Liter House has a fun, casual atmosphere. Great place to enjoy a pint or two!
Eagle Creek Park
Explore 1,400 acres of water and 3,900 acres of forest minutes from downtown. Enjoy hiking, canoeing, hiking, and more.
Holliday Park
Hiking trails, arboretums, playgrounds, and ruins to explore! Well, the remains of a demolished New York skyscraper exhibited as artsy ruins, not anything too ancient since we are in America, after all 😉.
Eiteljorg Museum
The Eiteljorg Museum is committed to presenting the art and heritage of the American West and the Native peoples of North America as a diverse story of human accomplishment, adversity, and perseverance with respect and sensitivity to all cultures.