Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Indianapolis, according to Yelp
Highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Indianapolis, according to Yelp
Theres something special about taking in a meal while enjoying the air outside, and it could even contribute to your happiness, particularly if there are plants around. During the pandemic, having outdoor seating was a lifeline for many restaurants, allowing them to operate both takeaway and dine-in services.
Many also used the opportunity to show off their personality with decor and furniture that fit their vibe. Are you partial to a luxurious fake garden? Or are you more into lawn chairs and tiki vibes?
Globally, many people may have associated the outdoor dining experience with the cafes of European cities or street food stalls in Asia. Travelers and locals alike often spend hours sipping coffee and eating delicious and cheap food. In the U.S., outdoor seating can take the form of small tables, semi-private nooks, or communal-style seating for the masses, like at a beer garden. Key to a good outdoor table is shade from the sun and, in urban settings, walls or barriers that can cut down on fumes and noise from nearby car traffic.
Restaurants may also play up other perks—like having a great view. The coronavirus pandemic also increased demand for outdoor heaters so restaurants could keep serving meals outside in the colder seasons. All these adjustments have led to more Americans rediscovering the pleasures of dining al fresco, away from the noise inside.
While a good chunk of pandemic-era outside seating may have shrunk back since the return to "normal," many restaurants still have their prized patio tables ready for patrons. Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants with outdoor seating in Indianapolis using data from Yelp. Rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list.
#30. The Good Spot
- Rating: 5.0/5 (14 reviews)
- Address: 2023 Southeastern Ave Indianapolis, IN 46201
- Categories: Restaurants, Pubs
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#29. Rude Radish
- Rating: 5.0/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: Indianapolis, IN 46107
- Categories: Food Trucks, Vegan
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#28. Sal and Pimenta
- Rating: 5.0/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: 906 Carrollton Ave Indianapolis, IN 46202
- Categories: Latin American, Seafood, Kebab
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#27. Punjabi Dhaba
- Rating: 5.0/5 (21 reviews)
- Address: 6005 Thompson Rd Ste A Indianapolis, IN 46237
- Categories: Indian
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#26. Metta Gardens
- Rating: 5.0/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: 2943 S East St Indianapolis, IN 46225
- Categories: Specialty Food, Food Stands, Farmers Market
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#25. Smokin' Barrel BBQ
- Rating: 5.0/5 (46 reviews)
- Address: 2316 S German Church Rd Indianapolis, IN 46239
- Categories: Barbeque
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#24. el sabor mexican and chinese food
- Rating: 5.0/5 (31 reviews)
- Address: 6010 Madison Ave Ste B Indianapolis, IN 46227
- Categories: Mexican, Chinese
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#23. Tamales
- Rating: 5.0/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: 3220 W 16th St Indianapolis, IN 46222
- Categories: Mexican
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#22. Pupuseria la salvadoreña
- Rating: 5.0/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: 5410 W 34th St Indianapolis, IN 46224
- Categories: Salvadoran
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#21. Eve's Garden Deli
- Rating: 5.0/5 (16 reviews)
- Address: 10320 Pendleton Pike Indianapolis, IN 46236
- Categories: Delis, Sandwiches, Juice Bars & Smoothies
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#20. Subito
- Rating: 5.0/5 (232 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 34 N Delaware Indianapolis, IN 46204
- Categories: Soup, Sandwiches, Salad
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#19. Fresko
- Rating: 5.0/5 (8 reviews)
- Address: 1220 Waterway Blvd Indianapolis, IN 46202
- Categories: Italian, Latin American
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#18. Taqueria Don Quezadillas Belinda
- Rating: 5.0/5 (17 reviews)
- Address: 1920 E 38th St Indianapolis, IN 46218
- Categories: Mexican
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#17. Garcia's Hot Dog
- Rating: 5.0/5 (69 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5102 E 16th St Indianapolis, IN 46218
- Categories: Street Vendors, Hot Dogs
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#16. Taqueria Rosales
- Rating: 5.0/5 (10 reviews)
- Address: 7035 E 96th St Ste O Indianapolis, IN 46250
- Categories: New Mexican Cuisine
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#15. The Groovy Cat Cafe
- Rating: 5.0/5 (21 reviews)
- Address: 11659 Fox Rd Indianapolis, IN 46236
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Cafes
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#14. Ole Mexican Grill
- Rating: 5.0/5 (11 reviews)
- Address: 4455 W Washington St Indianapolis, IN 46241
- Categories: Mexican
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#13. Antojitos Carmen Restaurante Y Taqueria
- Rating: 5.0/5 (14 reviews)
- Address: 1526 W Washington St Indianapolis, IN 46222
- Categories: Mexican
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#12. Portofino
- Rating: 5.0/5 (28 reviews)
- Address: 11206 Fall Creek Rd Indianapolis, IN 46256
- Categories: Italian
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#11. Pizza Palace California Style
- Rating: 5.0/5 (19 reviews)
- Address: 7940 Michigan Rd Ste 16 Indianapolis, IN 46268
- Categories: Pizza
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#10. Spicy Doner
- Rating: 5.0/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 8028 S Emerson Ave Indianapolis, IN 46237
- Categories: Pizza, Indian, Mediterranean
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#9. Knife + Board
- Rating: 5.0/5 (6 reviews)
- Address: 1021 N Pennsylvania St Indianapolis, IN 46204
- Categories: Sandwiches, Soup
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#8. Tienda Y Panaderia Guatemalteca
- Rating: 5.0/5 (9 reviews)
- Address: 3709 E Washington St Ste A Indianapolis, IN 46201
- Categories: Bakeries, Latin American
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#7. Subway
- Rating: 5.0/5 (6 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3906 E 82nd St Indianapolis, IN 46240
- Categories: Sandwiches, Fast Food
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#6. Baan Thai Bistro
- Rating: 5.0/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: 8705 Southeastern Ave Indianapolis, IN 46239
- Categories: Thai
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#5. Mexico City Kitchen
- Rating: 5.0/5 (22 reviews)
- Address: 6144 W 25th St Indianapolis, IN 46224
- Categories: Mexican
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#4. Lete's Injera and Cafe
- Rating: 5.0/5 (34 reviews)
- Address: 2927 W 10th St Indianapolis, IN 46222
- Categories: Eritrean, Ethiopian, Coffee & Tea
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#3. Axle's Garage Tap
- Rating: 5.0/5 (6 reviews)
- Address: 906 Carrollton Ave Garage Food Hall Indianapolis, IN 46202
- Categories: Beer Bar, American (Traditional)
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#2. Taqueria Del Barrio
- Rating: 5.0/5 (7 reviews)
- Address: 4202 W 56th St Indianapolis, IN 46254
- Categories: Tacos
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#1. Soulshine Vegan Cafe
- Rating: 5.0/5 (5 reviews)
- Address: 6516 Ferguson St Back Unit Indianapolis, IN 46220
- Categories: Vegan, Breakfast & Brunch, Coffee & Tea
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