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Rick's Cafe Boatyard, Indianapolis, IN
Rick's Cafe Boatyard, Indianapolis, IN
Rick's Cafe Boatyard, Indianapolis, IN
Rick's Cafe Boatyard, Indianapolis, IN
Rick's Cafe Boatyard, Indianapolis, IN

Rick's Cafe Boatyard

4.6
4.6
7316 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
4050 Dandy Trail, Indianapolis, IN 46254

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 78 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
Rick's Cafe Boatyard is a waterfront restaurant offering its guests a panoramic view of Eagle Creek Reservoir in Indianapolis. Rick's offers ample but intimate seating both inside and out; as well as an extensive menu of fresh hand prepared meals offered daily. Rick's Cafe Boatyard offers it's guests lunch, dinner and a complete banquet facility. Their guests dine inside a beautiful, wide-open, high-ceiling dining room, or outside with a breathtaking view of the water.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Pike Township
  • Cross street
    38th Street
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 7,316 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Indiana

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Indiana

    Great for scenic views

  • Indiana

    Most Booked

  • Indianapolis

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Indianapolis

    Great for scenic views

  • Indianapolis

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rick's Cafe Boatyard offers a stunning waterfront setting with consistently "amazing" food and "friendly" service. Guests love the varied menu, from seafood to steaks, and the vibrant atmosphere, enhanced by beautiful holiday decorations and "outstanding" views. Despite occasional noise, patrons frequently celebrate special occasions here, drawn by the "beautiful" ambience and waterfront dining experience.
7,316 Reviews
  1. Terry

    Indiana7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent service and food was terrific. We had an early dinner reservation 5:00 so the place wasn’t crowded yet but we were seated next to a 20 person party extremely loud. Catfish was terrific

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  2. Elayne

    Indiana12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was superb! Very attentive and personable. Food was excellent.

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  3. Mary Beth VIP

    Indiana46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely celebration of our wedding anniversary at Rick's Boatyard. Our meal was delicious and beautifully presented and our server, Emily, was most friendly, helpful and attentive. The most pleasant, warm and enclosed deck with water view gave us a vacation feel!

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  4. Jess

    Indiana14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I live going to Rick’s. We were seating on the deck. I wish we had eaten inside because when they pull down the plastic shades the voices of the other patrons was deafening. I’ll gladly sit out there in summer. I still love this restaurant and love their food especially catfish and calamari.

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  5. Ted

    Indiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Saturday dinner with a party of 6 adults (and a baby). Appetizers, drinks and dinners were all great. Prices are quite reasonable and service was quick even though they were busy. The staff was friendly and it's a very nice atmosphere. It overlooks Eagle Creek, so you can also have dinner with a view! Our server Travis did a fabulous job with our group. He checked on us frequently enough that we didn't have to wait for drink refills, etc. Highly recommend Rick's as a great spot to meet up with friends and family or just enjoy a nice dinner for two.

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  6. Elmlinger

    Indiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience and friendly service.

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  7. Ashley

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ricks Boatyard is absolutely amazing! No matter what the occasion may detail, you can not go wrong by going here. The food is always outstanding, the staff are great, and the view is gorgeous. I can't recall how many times I've been here, I promise my opinion is not biased. If you have not been here, and you have the chance, GO!

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  8. Asha

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a great time, food, staff and service!

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  9. Patricia VIP

    Indiana33 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been here many times. Love the atmosphere, being on the water and all. But each time food seems more and more pre made. Even the beet salad looked and tasted like it had been made way in advance. Server excellent!!

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  10. Prince

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was great definitely a good vibe with good food I highly recommend

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FAQs

Rick's Cafe Boatyard offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (317) 290-9300 ext. 1.

Rick's Cafe Boatyard is rated 4.6 stars by 7316 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 78 times today
Google Map for Rick's Cafe Boatyard

4050 Dandy Trail, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Additional information

  • Cross street
    38th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Pike Township
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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