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Ambrosia, Indianapolis, IN

Ambrosia

4.8
4.8
1208 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Ambrosia was founded on the principle that the best food - and the best times of our lives - begin with love. In the Pizzi family kitchen in Liguria, Italy, the dinner table was a treasured space for family and friends. Since 1979, the Pizzi family, which now includes Gino's daughters Manuela, Anna, and Francesca, has been bringing that same love and commitment to the Ambrosia kitchen. Regular patrons and staff are all part of the family, and first-time visitors are welcomed like old friends.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (317) 255-3096
  • Website
    http://www.ambrosiaindy.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Our special event room holds up to 50 guests, and we offer a variety of menus to meet your budget while exceeding your expectations.We have AV capabilities, a dedicated event staff, and every amenity for an unforgettable experience! Please call our special events manager, Franny Smith, at 317-750-7283 to assist you.
  • Location
    5901 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220
  • Neighborhood
    Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler
  • Cross street
    Intersection of College Ave. & Kessler Blvd.
  • Parking details
    Ambrosia has a private parking lot behind the restaurant. Over flow parking for Ambrosia is available in the bank parking lot next door.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 1,208 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Indianapolis

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ambrosia shines with "excellent food," "great service," and a "wonderful atmosphere," making it a top choice for Italian dining in Indianapolis. Guests rave about the "outstanding pasta dishes," "amazing desserts," and "reasonable prices." Whether for special occasions or casual dining, Ambrosia consistently delivers a "fantastic experience."

1,208 Reviews

  1. Maureen

    VIP

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Has quickly become one of our favorite date night restaurants. The food is the most authentic Italian I have had in Indy and compares closely with the food made by my Italian mother and Grandmother growing up. Love the calamari served with legs, not just rings. Love the wedding soup as well. Another favorite is the piccata. Also enjoy the linguine & shrimp.

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  2. Christian

    Indiana

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time, and it didn’t disappoint. Great atmosphere, fantastic flavor, and great service.

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  3. Patrick

    Cleveland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The special halibut on lemon orzo was delicious, and a substantial amount of fish. The gnocchi was excellent, as was the tiramisu, which was the best we have ever eaten. The staff was excellent, as was all of the food. We visited from out of town, and the reviews inspired us to try this great restaurant. We will definitely return.

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  4. James

    Indiana

    68 reviews

    4.0

    68 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First, Ambrosia recently changed its hours and while the website and Open Table have caught up, Yelp has not. Needs to be addressed because when we arrived we had 10 minutes to order. Second, I had the fettuccine with scallops, shrimp and mussels. I substituted a more friendly sauce than the cream sauce that was advertised. The mussels, however, were inedible. They were old, and apparently no one in the kitchen tasted them to test. We had two of our three taste them at our table and we all agreed. Our excellent server, Kate (I think), took the dish off the bill, but that should just not happen.

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  5. Tracy

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in Indianapolis. Best food, best service.

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  6. Scott

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place overall. Dinner good wine overpriced. $17 9oz glass... Dessert came from Costco but der ice was on point and dinner was good.

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  7. Kathyrn

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was some of the best I have had in the United States for Italian food. The wait staff was excellent and very attentive. The only derogatory thing was our seating was very chilly. When they open the back door, it seems to cause the main room to get a cold draft. If we go back, we will request to sit in the bar area or next to the fireplace.

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  8. Pam

    VIP

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another excellent meal at Ambrosia! They even customized a meal for one of our party members!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely evening! Everything was wonderful, we had a party of 4 and everyone loved their entrees and looking forward to coming back in the near future.

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  10. Jeanette

    VIP

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, food and beverages. An outstanding dessert . Always my favorite.

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FAQs

Ambrosia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (317) 255-3096.

Ambrosia is rated 4.8 stars by 1208 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Ambrosia

5901 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Intersection of College Ave. & Kessler Blvd.
  • Neighborhood
    Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ambrosia has a private parking lot behind the restaurant. Over flow parking for Ambrosia is available in the bank parking lot next door.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.ambrosiaindy.com/
  • Phone number
    (317) 255-3096
  • Private party facilities
    Our special event room holds up to 50 guests, and we offer a variety of menus to meet your budget while exceeding your expectations.We have AV capabilities, a dedicated event staff, and every amenity for an unforgettable experience! Please call our special events manager, Franny Smith, at 317-750-7283 to assist you.
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