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Ambrosia
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.8
(1,228)
Ambrosia was founded on the principle that the best food - and the best times of our lives - begin with love. In the Pizzi family kitchen in Liguria, Italy, the dinner table was a treasured space for family and friends. Since 1979, the Pizzi family, which now includes Gino's daughters Manuela, Anna, and Francesca, has been bringing that same love and commitment to the Ambrosia kitchen. Regular patrons and staff are all part of the family, and first-time visitors are welcomed like old friends.
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Daddy Jack's Restaurant & Bar
Price: Moderate
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American
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4.8
(1,094)
For over three decades Daddy Jack's has served up tantalizing appetizers, salads, pasta dishes, chicken, hand-cut steaks and seafood. Relax with a generous libation and you'll quickly see why this is Indianapolis' fine dining favorite spot for food, fun, and friends. Join the crowd for a sporting event on one of our many TV's, or request a secluded corner for a romantic dinner for two.
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The Northside Social
Price: Expensive
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Contemporary American
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4.8
(1,770)
Locally owned and operated, we are focused on bringing you the best, locally sourced, seasonal menu selections, as well as boutique wines, craft beers and specialty cocktails. Located on the northern end of Broad Ripple Village, The Northside Social is a place for neighbors, visitors and friends to share a meal, relax and unwind in a friendly, comfortable atmosphere. Opened in 2010, our over a decade long commitment to bringing you scratch, local and delicious foods continues to resonate with our neighborhood and loyal guests. Remember, don't think of us only for special occasions, think of us for all occasions.
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Kona Jack's Fish Market & Sushi Bar
Top-rated food
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Price: Moderate
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Seafood
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4.8
(1,694)
Kona Jack's Fish Market and Sushi Bar, named Best Seafood Restaurant for ten years running by Indianapolis Monthly, and Best Seafood Restaurant by Nuvo Newsweekly, boasts the widest array of fresh and salt-water fish, shellfish, clams, oysters, and sushi in the Midwest. Enjoy dinner, cocktails, and fine wine in casual comfort, surrounded by the beauty of salt-water aquariums, or let the experts in our Fish Market help you select impeccably fresh seafood to prepare at home. Kona Jack's Fish Market & Sushi Bar is right next to Daddy Jack's at 96th and Meridian. Reservations are recommended but not required.
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Diavola
Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.8
(1,156)
Diavola: Upscale Neapolitan Pizzeria, Italian Cucina and Wine Bar. Brick oven fired pizzas, in-house made fresh pastas, both imported and locally sourced quality ingredients daily, gluten and dairy free options as well. We're family friendly and always welcoming. Try something at Diavola tonight!
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Rusty Bucket - 86th & Ditch
Price: Moderate
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American
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4.8
(561)
Rusty Bucket is a casual neighborhood tavern serving the highest quality food and beverage in a “come as you are” setting. Scratch kitchens, fresh cocktails, and the perfect pour are our craft. Our associates are welcoming, and our hospitality naturally makes us the local hub where friends and family frequently gather to share in a good time.
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Meridian
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Expensive
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Contemporary American
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4.6
(2,687)
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.
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Lou Malnati's - Broad Ripple
Price: Moderate
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Pizzeria
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4.6
(35)
If you’re on the hunt for the best deep dish in Central Indiana, look no further than Lou Malnati’s in Broad Ripple. Located just north of the canal on Ferguson Street in this quaint neighborhood, you can enjoy Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years. Our restaurant features a full-service bar, dine-in, carryout, delivery, group ordering and drop-off catering. During the warmer months, we also offer outdoor seating on our extra large patio. While you’re out in this vibrant, ultra–stylish neighborhood, Lou Malnati’s is the perfect spot to satiate your deep dish cravings.
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Root & Bone - Indianapolis
Price: Expensive
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American
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4.7
(2,196)
Root & Bone Indianapolis • 4601 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN. • 317-602-8672
Soul 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.
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The Cake Bake Shop - Broad Ripple Village
Great vibe
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Price: Moderate
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American
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4.7
(1,551)
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.
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Petite Chou Bistro & Champagne Bar
Price: Moderate
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French / American
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4.5
(574)
With a cozy atmosphere and classic bistro fare, Petite Chou Bistro and Champagne Bar is Patachou's reinvention of the iconic French neighborhood restaurant. Enter. Enjoy.
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Napolese - Meridian Kessler
Price: Moderate
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Italian
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4.7
(304)
All guests in your party must be over the age of 21 to make a reservation in the Napolese Wine Bar. Patrons of all ages are welcome in the Napolese Oven Room. Please make your reservation accordingly.
Napolese is about artfully made pizza and stone hearth baking. We use the finest ingredients available, carefully sourcing cheeses, meats, and local farm produce grown specifically for Napolese. The seasonal menu paired with incredible service makes for a world-class pizza experience.
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Canal Bistro - Mediterranean Grille
Great budget-friendly spot
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Price: Moderate
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Mediterranean
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4.7
(787)
The Canal Bistro is the realization of a dream for Mona and George Hanna. George's homeland is Egypt; Mona spent her first 23 years in Lebanon. They know Mediterranean cooking. George has been in the restaurant business for 22 years. And over the years, Mona watched her mother and grandmother cook for their big family from their own herb and vegetable gardens, learning the value of freshness in cooking.
George says. "It's been our dream to open our own place, to be creative with cuisine, and to have a family business that our sons can be a part of."
The Canal Bistro is that dream. "It's like you've come to one of our parties -- we've basically just moved our kitchen from home to here," they say. "We put the grill in the dining room because we want people to know that we are using top quality ingredients, and that freshness is our goal, so everything is done right in front of you."
So eat up, relax, be happy. You're eating in a dream come true!

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Discover Broad Ripple

Just north of downtown Indianapolis, the Broad Ripple neighborhood and Meridian and Kessler areas are dubbed the socially, economically and culturally diverse hot spots. After a walk, run or bike ride down the Monon Trail, stop by one of the many eateries for a tantalizing appetizer, hand-cut steak, or salt-water fish. Spend the afternoon browsing unique shops and local art galleries. Whatever ethnic cuisine you're craving by dinner time can be found within a few blocks, including Chinese, Mexican, Indian, Mediterranean, Italian, French, Cajun, Middle Eastern, English, and Japanese. And, if you're looking for some great drinks, stop by a microbrewery or one of the multitudes of bars that are open until the wee hours.

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Celebrate special occasions at the best restaurants in Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler. Our customers recommend The Cake Bake Shop - Broad Ripple Village, Ambrosia and Root & Bone - Indianapolis

As of Feb 17, 2025 there are 20 restaurants in Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler. Filter by “outdoor dining”, “romantic” or “dog friendly”.

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