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Tinker Street, Indianapolis, IN

Tinker Street

4.9 (197)
$31 to $50
American
402 E 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46202-2602

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2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 49 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Nestled in Herron-Morton Place, a historic neighborhood adjacent to the Old Northside Historic District, Tinker Street is a nod to 16th Street’s name during the dirt-road days of the 1800s. Today, it’s a seven-dollar Uber ride from downtown hotels, a pleasant stroll for neighbors, and a convenient drive from most parts of town.
The dinner menu changes seasonally to capture the flavors of fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are abundant–and clearly marked on the menu. Tinker Street, which serves guests 21 and older, has array of wine offerings be it red, white, sparking and everything in between.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Tyler Shortt
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Indy
  • Cross street
    New Jersey Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available on New Jersey Street all day. Parking on either side of 16th Street is available Monday through Friday after 6pm and Saturday all day.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 197 people are saying

Tinker Street reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Indiana

    American

  • Indianapolis

    Innovative

  • Indianapolis

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tinker Street offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "incredible food and service." Guests rave about the "creative menu" featuring favorites like scallops and unique root vegetable dishes. The cozy atmosphere with a great patio enhances the experience. Despite its small size, it boasts a top-notch wine list and "impeccable service."
197 Reviews
  1. Christopher VIP

    Indiana23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fantastic experience! The food, service, and ambiance were all great. We cannot wait to come back!

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  2. Cameron

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food and service. Will absolutely be back and recommending

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  3. laura

    Indiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Tinker street is a lovely little place. The food is very good and unique. The staff is always excellent! The place is small and can get a little loud when it is crowded. That said it is totally worth it!

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  4. Ssirai VIP

    Raleigh12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always good, and the scallops were especially great.

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  5. Marcia VIP

    Indiana32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Delicious and very creative! The menu had changed since the last time we were here, it was great:)

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  6. Jonell VIP

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was great. Love the uniqueness of the dishes.

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  7. Renee VIP

    New York City29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a super awesome restaurant. Food was amazing. Service was impeccable.

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  8. Alexis VIP

    Indiana6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We attended the “Butter” event and it was a fantastic experience! The food was phenomenal, impeccable service, and an experience we will not forget! Thank you Tinker Street!

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  9. Jennifer

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of the best dining experiences. Me and I have husband have had in a long time from the menu to the service. It was all perfect. we will definitely be back!

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  10. Pink VIP

    Indiana29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I wanted to sit inside the restaurant, which did not happen. The main reason for choosing Tinker is that my husband normally loves. Tonight he had the Wagyu and it was shoe-leather. I was sad he didn’t enjoy.🙁

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Tinker Street is rated 4.9 stars by 197 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
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402 E 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46202-2602

Additional information

  • Cross street
    New Jersey Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Indy
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available on New Jersey Street all day. Parking on either side of 16th Street is available Monday through Friday after 6pm and Saturday all day.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tyler Shortt
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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