Cafe Patachou A charming cafe tempts breakfast-lovers with croissant French toast and omelets stuffed with local ingredients. Five locations around Indy. See reviews and ratings. [1] (317) 925-2823; cafepatachou.com [2]

Meridian Restaurant and Bar Located in a charming lodge-style house, Meridian serves an interesting mix of dishes, including a smoked corn soup and wild boar Bolognese. See reviews and ratings. [3] (317) 466-1111; meridianonmeridian.com [4]

Dunaway’s Palazzo Ossigeno The 1930 Art Deco building is on the National Register of Historic Places. You’ll find sea scallops, pastas, great calamari and a goat cheese salad served with roasted beets and sherry vinaigrette. See reviews and ratings. [5] (317) 638-7663; dunaways.com [6]

Harry and Izzy’s The hip sister of St. Elmo Steak House serves perfect steaks. See reviews and ratings. [7] (317) 635-9594; harryandizzys.com  [8]

The Libertine Liquor Bar Prohibition-Era cocktails stand out here, along with gourmet small plates. Try the signature deviled eggs flavor trio or the bacon flight served with homemade sauces. See reviews and ratings. [9] (317) 631-3333; libertineindy.com [10]

Rathskeller The menu at this grand old place is authentically German. A seasonal outdoor biergarten adds to the enjoyment. See reviews and ratings. [11] (317) 636-0396; rathskeller.com  [12]

R bistro We loved our panini of applewood-smoked bacon, watercress, avocado and tomato chutney at this eclectic restaurant that has an ever-changing menu. On Mass Ave. See reviews and ratings. [13] (317) 423-0312; rbistro.com [14]

St. Elmo Steak House Open since 1902, this clubby downtown spot offers exceptional service, fiery shrimp cocktail and the biggest wine list in Indiana. See reviews and ratings. [15] (317) 635-0636; stelmos.com [16]