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Courses Restaurant, Indianapolis, IN

Courses Restaurant

4.8
4.8
246 Reviews
$30 and under
International
2820 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208

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2 people
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7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Come join us at Courses Restaurant at Ivy Tech Community College, offering a unique experience where guests dine in a gorgeous Mahogany restaurant that looks out on the beautiful Indianapolis skyline. Guests are served and have the opportunity to support Hospitality Program students while enjoying their dining experience. Our menu selections are centered around course of study for 1st 8 Wks - Specialized Cuisine and 2nd 8-Wks Classical French Cuisine. Menus items may change due to product availability/course objectives.

Spring 2025 2nd 8- Weeks, Courses offers Specialized Cuisine for lunch (seating 11am-Noon) and dinner (seating 6-7pm) on 3/27,4/3, 4/10, 4/17 (dinner only), 4/24 (lunch only). In Summer 2025, Courses offers Classical Cuisine (seating 11am-noon) on 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24. Accepting reservations 90 days prior to dining date.

**If you have more than 4 guests in your group, please contact Indianapolis-Hospitality-Events@ivytech.edu for your reservation.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, French, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu 11:00 am–12:00 pm Dinner Thu 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (317) 921-4638
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ivy Tech Culinary Students
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for your interest in Ivy Tech’s Hospitality Program! Courses is run in conjunction with specific classes. Wednesdays are set aside for lecture, demos, & prep. Thursdays are service days with reservations open to the public, or closed for private events. For questions or inquiries, email Indianapolis-Hospitality-Events@ivytech.edu
  • Location
    2820 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Indy
  • Cross street
    28th Street and North Meridian
  • Parking details
    The parking lot south of the building is free. If there are no open spots, you can also utilize the parking garage one block south of the building.
  • Public transit
    Get off at the Fall Creek/Ivy Tech Red Line stop and it's about a quarter mile/5 minute walk north to the building.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, View, Wine

Menu

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What 246 people are saying

Courses Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 5Value

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Review summary

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Courses Restaurant, part of Ivy Tech Community College's Culinary School, offers exceptional French cuisine crafted by aspiring chefs. Guests appreciate the "excellent food," "attentive service," and the opportunity to support students. Despite occasional service delays, the restaurant provides a "great experience" with superb views and ambiance. Reservations recommended.
246 Reviews

  1. Earle

    Indiana11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance of the Penthouse was a wonderful throwback to elegant quietness. The student waitstaff could not be more enthusiastic and willing to cater to our every need. The French cuisine was beautifully prepared. My wife enjoyed the charcuterie. My salmon Rillette was beautifully presented (if, a little tasteless. My only minor complaint). Wife had the Coq au Vin. It was excellent. I had the poached fish. The Beurre Blanc was sublime! Despite our concern that we didn't have enough room for dessert, my wife wasted no time gobbling up her Creme Brulee and I wasted no time digging into my pumpkin cheesecake. A wonderful experience that we will do again.

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  2. Bob

    Indiana5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was exceptionally good. Our server was pretty "green behind the ears" but we understood this was a training period for our server.

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  3. Dixie

    Indiana5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great evening from the moment we got there to the time we finished. Service was great - food very tasty - and the whole experience very nice. We will definitely definitely return.

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  4. Michael VIP

    Indiana4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and it was nice to interact with the students. Would highly recommend.

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  5. Elisabeth VIP

    Indiana18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous experience again, the menu was great. Excellent choices and wide selection

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  6. Judy VIP

    Indiana38 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    I've been to Courses numerous times so I know what to expect from a teaching facility. My complaint is with the supervisor. We had an untrained server who looked helpless and was openly reprimanded at our table by the supervisor. It was one hour before we got our glasses of wine, another half hour before we placed our food order, another half hour before our entree arrived. We arrived at 6 pm and left shortly after 8:30 pm. Again, I understand on the job training, but our poor server seemed to get no help.

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  7. Louis1

    Indiana2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    As a teaching facility, overall the experience was good, however the dining experience declined with an unreasonable lengthy delay between the appetizer and entree. The French cuisine was very good, however it would be helpful if the staff was familiar with the menu choices for the day or offer suggestions. The staff was attentive.

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  8. Kimberly VIP

    Indiana12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The meal was delicious. Service was good. First day working with real customers for most of the staff. Some kinks to work out. We will definitely be back.

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  9. Jenn

    Orlando1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I think Courses might be the best kept secret in Indy! We had such a lovely meal and enjoyed the view, service, and food immensely. What a delightful experience! We will be back!!

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  10. David

    Indiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Courses is a restaurant that is part of Ivy Tech Community College's Culinary School and Hospitality Program. Students work with their instructors to develop menus, work in the kitchen, and staff the dining room services. We have enjoyed lunches and dinners there regularly and have never been disappointed. The food is always excellent. The staff has always been enjoyable -- it is always fun to speak with the students to hear about their career aspirations. You need reservations to dine. Courses is a great experience!

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Courses Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 246 OpenTable diners.

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2820 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208

Additional information

  • Cross street
    28th Street and North Meridian
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Indy
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu 11:00 am–12:00 pm Dinner Thu 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, French, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The parking lot south of the building is free. If there are no open spots, you can also utilize the parking garage one block south of the building.
  • Public transit
    Get off at the Fall Creek/Ivy Tech Red Line stop and it's about a quarter mile/5 minute walk north to the building.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ivy Tech Culinary Students
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (317) 921-4638
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for your interest in Ivy Tech’s Hospitality Program! Courses is run in conjunction with specific classes. Wednesdays are set aside for lecture, demos, & prep. Thursdays are service days with reservations open to the public, or closed for private events. For questions or inquiries, email Indianapolis-Hospitality-Events@ivytech.edu
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