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Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Indianapolis

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Contemporary American cuisine in Indianapolis? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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5.0

5 (2149)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Downtown Indy

About the restaurant

Vida provides an unparalleled dining experience with fresh, innovative Modern American cuisine, carefully crafted cocktails, a diverse wine collection and professional fine dining service, all in a warm, approachable environment.

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Tatiana

Dined 1 day ago

Vida is my favorite restaurant for celebrating special occasions. This year, my birthday felt extra special thanks to the thoughtful staff and the personalized touches, from “Happy Birthday” printed on the menu to the beautifully presented dessert plate. We always choose the chef’s table menu, and it never disappoints. Vida is truly my happy place. I highly recommend Vida and all CRG restaurants to our friends and family!

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Give More to Get More this Holiday Season!

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Valentine's Day at Vida

A photo of OAKLEYS bistro restaurant

4.8

4.8 (2571)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

NW Indy / Zionsville

About the restaurant

Welcome to OAKLEYS bistro where food is our passion and sharing it with our guests is our joy! To learn more about us, we encourage you to visit our website at www.oakleysbistro.com; better yet, we invite you to join us and experience for yourself that we love what we do and it shows! We’re honored with local and national recognition such as Indianapolis Monthly’s 2006 “Super Star” and 2005 “Restaurant of the Year” and Bon Appétit’s “hottest restaurant from coast to coast;” but, we most cherish the accolades from our guests. We look forward to welcoming you ~ Steven J. Oakley, Chef/Proprietor...

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Tim

Dined 1 day ago

great service. interesting and unique menu. Paella was excellent and my son really enjoyed the brisket as well. My wife had the squash soup and really enjoyed that also.

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Butternut Squash Maple

The Northside Social

4.8

4.8 (1742)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler

About the restaurant

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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Laura

Dined 3 days ago

We always have a great time at Northside Social. The service is great, we love the food. It has energy and you can still hear everyone at the table.

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4.7

4.7 (2669)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler

About the restaurant

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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ToddVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We had a wonderful time at Meridian for dinner. The ambiance is festive and not too loud. Our server was attentive and friendly. The boar bolognese and burger were delicious.

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Ora King Salmon

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Verlasso Salmon

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PORK TENDERLOIN GF

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Mesh Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (4140)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Downtown Indy

About the restaurant

Mesh blends contemporary elegance and comfort with innovative cuisine and excellent service. Opened in August 2010, Mesh is part of the Cunningham Restaurant Group (CRG) family of restaurants and was the company's first location in downtown Indianapolis. The menu and unique decor make Mesh an ideal setting for business meetings, romantic evenings, or a night out with friends. A meal at Mesh will create a memorable and unforgettable experience. Eat. Drink. Mesh!

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CharlieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We have our annual “Yuletide” lunch and brunch and this year was by far the best. Great service and food was outstanding.

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Kung Pao Calamari

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FoxGardin Family Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (782)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Fishers / Geist

About the restaurant

FoxGardin Family is a restaurant that focuses on bringing fresh local ingredients to a family style restaurant in an atmosphere that appeals to all ages.

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RickVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We eat here several times a year. The food is always better than you would expect and they offer a decent wine list too. The service by Tonya is always outstanding.

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Shift Restaurant and Bar - Batesville

4.4

4.4 (54)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Batesville

About the restaurant

Thoughtful Dining • Epic Entertainment The Euson and Roberts Families have created another unique dining experience in the town of Batesville, Indiana. Our award winning chef brings us a quality, local driven menu aimed to please! Relax and enjoy a nutritiously fresh meal or a hometown pub favorite in a heart-warming environment. Bring your family and friends and enjoy life with us! Fresh, thoughtfully prepared food with a fun atmosphere and live music at night. We have our patio open when the weather is nice.

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Amanda

Dined on Nov 28, 2024

I have been here a few times and have enjoyed it. This time I went for Thanksgiving with my husband and young son. I truly enjoyed everything however, the one thing I would change is with the price we pay, we should be able to take home our very few left overs. During Thanksgiving you shouldn’t be throwing left overs away vs allowing those paying customers to take home food. I would suggest to change this policy going forward. Otherwise, we will be back. Lilly was fantastic!

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LouVino - Mass Ave

4.6

4.6 (1045)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Downtown Indy

About the restaurant

LouVino redefines southern fusion with an innovative, chef-driven, southern-inspired menu. LouVino's bar program focuses on an Indianapolis-best 50+ glass pours of wine, craft beer, cocktails and bourbon. LouVino’s award winning concept has been featured in Southern Living and was selected as one of Buzzfeed & Yelp’s top wine bars in the state. The restaurant is as casual as it is chic with a neighborhood feel for friends and a destination dining spot for travelers, with a little bite of the South for everyone’s palates. Our menu is ever-changing based on seasonal ingredients available. This LouVino location also boasts two private dining rooms for rehearsal dinners, business meetings, client events or any other special occasion. Both dining rooms look out over the bustling Mass Ave neighborhood. Join us for a unique, unforgettable dining experience!

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Jacqueline

Dined 7 days ago

We took our family of 10 for brunch and what a treat!! The food was wonderful and reasonably priced. Brunch cocktails did not disappoint! However, by far the highlight was the kindness and attentiveness of the service staff! Super conveniently located to Murat where we saw a matinee. We will definitely be repeat customers!

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Fried Green Tomatoes

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Brussels Sprouts

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4.6

4.6 (127)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Downtown Indy

About the restaurant

To be the best gathering place in Indianapolis.
Where our new Hoosiers are proud to be locals.
Where a meal is an experience
and a restaurant can be so much more.
The place for first dates or family get togethers.
For celebrations or just another weekday adventure.
The place for something different.
The place for something new.
But at the same time,
the place you just keep on going back to.

Atmosphere: Modern, natural, large outdoor space(pet friendly)
Chef: Kris Krapinski
Bar: Pablo Gonzalez

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Lauren

Dined 1 day ago

Gather is one of my favorite spots for happy hour! Great staff, food, and vibes! Very accommodating to small groups or large! And WiFi!

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Yuletide Tiki Tavern

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10 West Restaurant & Bar

4.6

4.6 (2069)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Noblesville

About the restaurant

Hamilton County's favorite local restaurant and bar, located in Cicero, Indiana! Our multiple level restaurant offers a unique dining experience on every floor! Our main dining area is family friendly and the perfect spot to watch a game or gather with friends and family. The Cellar and Hideout Lounge on the lower level are our over 21 areas with an additional bar, multiple fireplaces and a cozy speakeasy atmosphere! The menu is deliciously diverse with quality steaks, pastas, sandwiches and chicken & fish entrees. The unique décor, ambience, and menu of 10 West has had the place packed since its opening!

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Annie

Dined 4 days ago

Great food, drinks, and service - thank you Anna!!

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Tomato Horseradish Soup

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Chicken and Noodles

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