Actually, Giorgio's is not only the best pizza in Indianapolis for lunch, it's also the perfect Pizza for meetings and in office events.  If I were writing and Indianapolis dining guide, this would be at the top of my list as among the best fast food Indianapolis. 

Located just off the circle on East Market street, what you will love about Giorgio's (other than Giorgio himself who always makes you feel special) is the urban feel...unusual for and Indianapolis Restaurant.   I've tried to capture the essence in the video here, but there is a great process for ordering with all the pizza, pastas, salads&sandwiches on display.   The place is always full but never so crowded that you want to turn away.  Even if you see a line out the door, it moves fast.   Inside there is plenty of seating and a really nice din that you won't feel at any of the other Indianapolis Lunch Restaurants I frequent.  I wouldn't call this a date restaurant and not a dinner type Italian Restaurant but of restaurant's I review in Indianapolis, this is one of my favorites.

Woodfire Grill
Plainfied Indiana
St. Rd 267 at Interstate 70
Next to Thortons Gas Station

I've not had the pleasure, but Woodfire Grill has been voted the best burger in Indianapolis.   I'm sure it's for good reason judging by the menu and the apparent ambience.   As the name implies, this Hamburger & Steak Restaurant cooks everything over an open fire.

If you find yourself in Plainfield, look up the Woodfire Grill for what's billed as the best burger in Indianapolis.

Claddagh Irish Pub
234 South Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN  46225
317-822-6274
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So in spite of Claddagh being a chain, it's one of the best restaurants in Indianapolis if you are looking for an authentic pub experience.   With a great hamburger and steak as well as seafood, Claddagh is really great at the traditional Irish fare offering a full menu of some of the best food in Indianapolis.

Although this restaurant is absolutly family friendly, let's face it.....this is a Pub and it's really all about the beer.    The offer a full bar of course, but what make this really special is the great selection of terrific Pub style brews.

Are you looking for a great night in our capitol city of Indianapolis. Well St Elmo’s Steak House might be  the place for you. With a menu that tops the charts this restaurant is simply fantastic.

Although it might be a little pricey, it is definitely worth it. Located in Downtown Indianapolis on Illinois Street, their steaks can’t be beat. Started in 1902, it is the oldest steakhouse in Indianapolis.  But not only does it have great steak it also has a magnificent selection of seafood. I enjoy it very much and I highly recommend it.

Bella Pizzeria
New York Style Eatery
Clay Terrace Blvd & 3855 E. 96th St.
317-569-8911   or   317-569-9211

So maybe you are on a lunch date, are on the north side and are looking for what might be the best pizza in Indianapolis.  Bella Pizzeria might be just the place.   I visited the location in Clay Terrace  (which always freaks me out).  As an area that tries to mimic what a town might look like Bella Pizzeria actually does a nice job of preparing excellent pizza by the slice and other traditional New York dishes.

Try Bella as you continue your search for the best pizza in Indianapolis

Bonefish Grill
(317) 863-3474
4501 East 82nd. Street
Indianapolis IN 46250

Bonefish Grill is a chain restaurant with a theme they call “polished casual”.  As the name says, this is a Seafood Restaurant in Indianapolis.  The food is excellent as is the service.  Bonefish Grill is one of the best of the Indianapolis Seafood Restaurants in explaining what it is you are eating, which makes it a great place to take a date.   Because your servers are so proactive in explaining the menu it takes all the pressure off you.

Bonefish Grill is one of my favorite seafood restaurants in Indianapolis

Dugout  (Map)
621 Virginia Ave
Indianapolis, IN  46203
317-916-1514

You know…..Indianapolis has some great restaurants.  But because we are so chain-heavy often it all has sort of a polished…almost Disney feel.   Sometimes you just want to find a place that’s (cliché alert) real.

Dugout is just such a place…it’s a bar.  Remember them?  Like your dad used to go to when he blew the family paycheck.

It’s close to downtown Indianapolis and Fountain Square, it’s friendly and it has some of the best pizza in Indy.  Oh, and it has drinks too…great stop for that low pressure, after work date.   Trust me, She’ll either think you’re cool….or never speak to you again. 

Stefano’s Ristorante and Pizzeria   
11680 Commercial Dr
Fishers, IN  46038  (across from Super Target)
317-577-9800
Map

Ok, I know I talked about Bazbeaux because of it’s Seafood and other new age Pizza’s.  I like the neighborhood vibe of the restaurants etc….

But y’know…sometimes (most of the time) you just long for an old fashioned taste of Brooklyn.   Now I’m on a mission to find that pizzia here in Indianapolis, and we have a contender with STEFANO’S Ristorante.

To begin, Stefano’s is owned by a guy actually named Stefano,  so there is some legitimate street cred right from the start.  Indy Men’s Magazine named Cio’s Indianapolis’ Best Pizza in 2003 and Stefano’s has that recepie.  The focus is on the traditional toppings including a terrific Italian Sausage and all the Pizza’s are available by the slice…as a true pizzeria should do.  Stefano’s also offers excellent Itialian fare including Spaghetti, Lasagna, Ravioli and a restaurant favorite Baked Ziti.

Carmella…How’s that sound?

But just because Chicago's isn't the best pizza restaurant in Indiana doesn't mean it's not worth the trip once in a while....

Located in small towns all over Indianapolis like Greenfield, Ellettsville, Bargersville, Terre haute, Hanover, Cloverdale Clermont, Franklin and a few others.

Ok I’ll admit it.  I love Chicago’s.  It’s perfect for a date (If you are in high school), so for grown up’s it’s fun to go and watch the high schooler’s on dates….(yes I live in a small town….we have to get our fun where we can lol)

The menu is to be expected with Excellent Pizza and what I think is the best salad bar of any Indianapolis pizza restaurant. 

Chicago’s has nothing to do with Chicago of course…they don’t sell the Chicago style pizza you would find at Edwardo’s, but it’s good, cheap, easy and fun.

Bazbeaux Pizza
Broad Ripple
811 E. Westfield Blvd.
317-255-5711

Downtown
334 Mass Ave
317-636-7662

I think for location, ambiance and a hang loose vibe, Bazbeaux’s is the best pizza restaurant in Indianapolis.   The whole thing has a college feel that is decidedly un-chain…something that is getting very hard to find in Indianapolis Restaurants.

For an old fashioned Italian Pizza, this might not be the best restaurant…although they do make great traditional pizza.  What Bazbeaux’s is known for however are their unusual Gourmet Pizza.  They have a great Seafood Pizza with Shrimp & Crab and a Barbeque Chicken Pizza that features owner Deb Berman’s own recipe barbeque sauce.  For those with a more Mexican taste,  there is the Tchoupitoulas pizza who’s toppings include Cajun shrimp, a ridiculous andouille sausage (kind of Mexican/French I guess) and roasted red peppers.  There is even a vegetarian Pizza that will thrill the most ardent PETA supporter.

If you are looking for the Best Pizza Restaurant in Indianapolis, Bazbeaux might make an excellent choice.

Palomino
49 West Maryland Street
Indianapolis, In 46204
317-974-0400

Every time I think of the best restaurant in Indianapolis for a date, Palomino enters my mind. This restaurant is the essence of a tasteful yet cool downtown restaurant.

The key to a successful date here is to try the custom mixed margaritas served Martini Style. The other key is to avoid a regular table and sit in the bar. As you know, a big part of a successful date is seeing and being seen. Getting a table in the bar is worth waiting for and if you can score a window seat, well let’s just say you have really scored…

You won't find Pizza slices or breakfast, but you will find great seafood, steak, Italian dining in an excellent environment. Take my advice and take your date downtown to one of my favorite and best restaurants in Indianapolis…Palomino.

Webber Grill
10 N. Illinois Street
Indianapolis IN 46204

Contact Info
Tel: 317-636-7600

What could be better than to take your date out to some terrific grilled meat? I’m not talking barbeque, but actual home grilled dinner…just like if you were doing it in your backyard…only better.

The Webber Grill is a great date restaurant in Indianapolis. In fact it is the best grill restaurant in Indianapolis. It’s fun, there is lot’s going on to talk about…the environment is kind of like Benihana’s without all the pressure.

If you are going on a first date and not sure what you will be talking about, this is the place for you. It’s one of my favorite restaurants in Indianapolis serving steaks, seafood and of course great burgers.