Best Authentic Restaurants in Fountain Square

24 restaurants available nearby

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1. Maialina Italian Kitchen + Bar

4.8

Exceptional(627)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown Indy

Booked 12 times today

Maialina Italian Kitchen + Bar is a dependable spot for Italian cuisine. As per reviews, their pastas, flatbreads, and other Italian style dishes are always superb. One reviewer highlighted family recipes from the Liguria area of Italy, indicating a genuine touch. The consistent preparation and flavor are also appreciated. The ambiance and service are equally praised, making Maialina a recommended and authentic Italian dining experience.

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2. Iozzo's Garden of Italy

4.8

Exceptional(4743)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown Indy

Booked 29 times today

Iozzo's Garden of Italy has been serving authentic Italian fare since 1930. The high quality menu, which features a mix of traditional Iozzo Family Italian fare along with a modern twist, is frequently praised by patrons. Reviewers often mention the restaurant's dedication to authenticity, both in the food and ambiance. One review states, 'This wonderful family restaurant is completely dedicated to authentic Italian.' Another mentions the 'homemade pasta' and 'authentic Italian meal'. This consistency in reviews highlights the authenticity of Iozzo's Garden of Italy.

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3. Weber Grill - Indianapolis

4.5

Awesome(5896)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Indy

Booked 32 times today

Weber Grill in Indianapolis is authentic because it's built on 50 years of grilling expertise, as stated in its description. The menu features classic outdoor grilling like steaks and barbecue, all prepared on authentic Weber charcoal kettles. The restaurant's atmosphere and service are consistently praised in reviews, highlighting its authenticity.

4. Spoke & Steele

3.8

Excellent(1030)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Downtown Indy

Booked 2 times today

Spoke & Steele is a modern perspective on downtown dining. We offer a distinctly Midwestern take on French and European classics. From first sip to the last bite, local ingredient-driven dishes and unique craft spirits deliver authentic flavors and textures that ignite the Indy dining scene.

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5. Nesso Italian Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(563)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown Indy

Booked 25 times today

Prepare your taste buds for an exquisite journey to the heart of Italy at Nesso Italian Kitchen, where every dish highlights the rich flavors and traditions of Italian cuisine. Named for the picturesque town on Lake Como, Nesso offers an authentic Italian experience in a casually elegant atmosphere. Indulge in house-made pastas, fresh seafood, locally sourced meats and Mediterranean flavors that will warm your soul. To enhance your dining experience, Nesso also features one of the most extensive Italian wine lists in all of Indiana. From refreshing whites to bold-full bodied reds, Nesso’s Italian-focused list ensures that any bottle curated for your dining experience will be the perfect pairing! This little slice of Italy is located next to The Alexander Hotel, with parking available through the hotel’s valet at a reduced price. Visit Nesso today. Buon Appetito!

6. Commission Row

4.8

Exceptional(563)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Indy

Booked 71 times today

Commission Row is a dining and entertainment experience in Bicentennial Unity Plaza, located in the Wholesale District of Indianapolis where entertainment and sports intersect. Just steps from the Gainbridge Fieldhouse along with other local area attractions.True to the area’s historical roots, the restaurant offers guests the highest quality steaks, chops and seafood artfully curated by our culinary team. The menu is created as a culinary crossroad intended to delight the palate with each and every dish. The cuisine showcases seasonal ingredients along with a wine and spirits menu expertly paired. The Above Event Space offers seating for up to 250 and standing over 400 for corporate, private dining, and weddings. The team will work with you to customize your experience and your menu.The Speakeasy below Commission Row is known as Mel's and is a place to grab drinks before or after an event along with light appetizers.Overall, Commission Row is an experience like no other.

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7. Bakersfield - Mass Ave

4.7

Exceptional(407)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican / Southwestern • Downtown Indy

Booked 32 times today

Serving up authentic, Mexican street fare, and a selection of over 100 tequilas and American whiskeys. Bakersfield is a spot where the food is simple, the service is warm and the atmosphere is alive.

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8. Nada - Indianapolis

4.6

Exceptional(2951)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown Indy

Booked 25 times today

Energy, creativity, and the desire for a really great taco inspired the Nada concept. Downtown Cincinnati needed a place to go, revive, and relax after the busy pace of the metropolitan work scene. Since 2007, Nada has been delighting guests with craveable twists on the classics and border-blurring dishes inspired by food from around the globe. Nada has expanded to Columbus and Indianapolis. Each location is integrated into the local community and focuses on delivering an approachable, casual Mexican experience in a beautiful space. Snag guacamole and salsa to share, and dig in to punched-up tacos, Nada is all about great food and good times with amigos.

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9. Rathskeller Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(2047)

Price: Moderate

• German • Downtown Indy

Booked 17 times today

*Please note that reservations are strictly for Main Dining Room dining ONLY. We do not take reservations for the Biergarten at this time. Call with any questions!Bavarian Flair in Downtown Indy! Set in the historic, 19th century Athenaeum Building downtown, The Rathskeller is reminiscent of both a quaint inn tucked in the Bavarian hills and a lively beer hall in Munich. We feature traditional German entrees and a full range of salads, pasta, seafood, beef, pork and chicken entrees. If you can't find your time slot for your reservation, please call the restaurant at 317-636-0396.

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10. Buca di Beppo - Downtown Indianapolis

4.0

Excellent(1519)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown Indy

Booked 24 times today

Buca di Beppo in Downtown Indy is the place to go for authentic Italian food served family style. The restaurant's description highlights this, and reviews rave about the 'amazing authentic food' and 'served family style in the old world tradition'. The consistently high ratings for food and service further validate its authenticity.

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Tim
Columbus •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I’ve had plenty of ribs - these were the best I ever had. Weber Grill and meat; need I say more?
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Weber Grill - IndianapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown Indy
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4.5
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Petra
Hamburg •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always good value for money. Very nice location and friendly staff. I’d highly recommend any pasta dish, especially the linguini Nero
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Nesso Italian KitchenPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown Indy
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4.7
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MikeVIP
Indiana •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The chef/food is always fantastic. The waitstaff is too and on this visit we had a great time being served by Nikki (sp?) who was awesome and hilarious. Another member of the staff (new guy from Greenwood…whose name we didn’t catch) also made this a very memorable visit.
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Iozzo's Garden of ItalyPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown Indy
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4.8
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Amber
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 21, 2024
Our dining experience was outstanding! The restaurant had very good vibes and loved the decor. We dined in the McGregor room and it was very moody and private. Our server Anna was awesome and gave us great service! We will be returning soon
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Spoke & SteelePrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Downtown Indy
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3.8
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Greg
Indiana •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
Service was excellent and the food outstanding! Definitely get the bruschetta with ricotta appetizer. We had the spinach ravioli, chicken vodka, and chicken parmesan. All were cooked just right and the flavorings and textures were well balanced and complementary. We told the staff that we had a show and limited time and they expedited the entire meal but with no sense of rush. We recommend Maialina 10/10!
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Maialina Italian Kitchen + BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown Indy
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4.8

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24 restaurants available nearby

1. Maialina Italian Kitchen + Bar

2. Iozzo's Garden of Italy

3. Weber Grill - Indianapolis

4. Spoke & Steele

5. Nesso Italian Kitchen

6. Commission Row

7. Bakersfield - Mass Ave

8. Nada - Indianapolis

9. Rathskeller Restaurant

10. Buca di Beppo - Downtown Indianapolis

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