Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Fountain Square

33 restaurants available nearby

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1. Maialina Italian Kitchen + Bar

4.8

Exceptional(619)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown Indy

Booked 15 times today

Maialina Italian Kitchen + Bar is a perfect place for special occasions, as many reviews mention celebrating anniversaries, birthdays, and date nights. Known for its delicious pastas, flatbreads, and Italian style dishes, it also boasts high ratings for ambience, service, and value. Its location in lively Fountain Square adds to its charm.

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2. St. Elmo Steak House

4.7

Exceptional(20955)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Downtown Indy

Booked 143 times today

St. Elmo Steak House has been a landmark in downtown Indianapolis since 1902. It is one of the oldest Indiana restaurants in its original location & has earned a national reputation for its excellent steaks, seafood, chops & professional service. Try our famous St. Elmo Shrimp Cocktail followed by a dry-aged USDA Prime Steak. We happily accommodate special requests; please call the restaurant directly. All reservations will be held for 15 minutes. Indy's best steakhouse!

3. Commission Row

4.8

Exceptional(495)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Indy

Booked 42 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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4. Harry & Izzy's - Downtown

4.7

Exceptional(9565)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown Indy

Booked 85 times today

Harry & Izzy's is an independent, upscale, classic American Grill located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. Its ambience exudes class and sophistication in a comfortable setting. While the lively bar is Harry & Izzy's focal point, unique dining rooms incorporate dark woods, lush fabrics and a deep color palette. This sister restaurant to the famous St. Elmo Steak House, shares a few classic dishes (including their steaks and the famous St. Elmo Shrimp Cocktail), while offering more menu variety. Open for lunch and dinner daily.

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5. Iozzo's Garden of Italy

4.8

Exceptional(4706)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown Indy

Booked 31 times today

Iozzo's Garden of Italy is a great spot for special occasions. The high-quality food, exceptional ambiance, and immaculate service consistently receive top marks in reviews. As one reviewer put it, 'we come for special occasions and never disappointed!' Another reviewer celebrated a 35th wedding anniversary with complimentary Prosecco. This restaurant seems to make every occasion feel special and memorable.

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6. Tony's of Indianapolis

4.8

Exceptional(2804)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown Indy

Booked 35 times today

If your preferred dining date or time is unavailable please call us directly to assist you. (317) 638-TONY (8669)Tony's of Indianapolis is a modern steakhouse serving huge portions of hand-cut steaks and seafood. We offer an extensive and thoughtfully selected wine list that pairs perfectly with our outstanding menu. At Tony’s, we proudly serve USDA Prime steaks and aged, all natural American beef that we cut and trim in-house. All of our prime-cut steaks are prepared with our proprietary seasoning composed of paprika and a distinct blend of sea salts and peppers. Tony’s seasoning creates a depth of flavor, giving it a deep char while sealing in the juices. Enjoy our steaks along with the freshest seafood brought in daily. This is the place where traditional steakhouse fare shares a table with innovative cuisine. When you're looking for the very best dining experience, choose Tony's of Indianapolis. We welcome you with open arms and look forward to serving you. Grazie Tony

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7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Indianapolis

4.8

Exceptional(3195)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown Indy

Booked 36 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House is a premier dining establishment renowned for its specialty in serving USDA Prime steaks. Each steak is expertly prepared and served sizzling on a 500-degree plate, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable dining experience. Located in downtown Indianapolis near the Lucas Oil Stadium, convention center, Victory Field, and museums, Ruth's Chris Steak House has been recognized as the 2024 OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner. A true testament to its unwavering commitment to exceptional quality and service. Whether you're a steak aficionado or simply looking for a remarkable dining experience, we invite you to join us and indulge in our award-winning cuisine.

8. The Fountain Room

4.6

Exceptional(1131)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Mass Ave

Booked 52 times today

A stylish departure from steakhouse tradition, The Fountain Room embraces Supper Club flair without the formality, blending fine dining with unabashed fun. Guests can indulge in timeless fare, including pickled relish trays, richly flavorful prime rib, classic side dishes, and house-made desserts, paired with strong cocktails and a well-curated wine list. The stunning space features velvet banquettes, glowing chandeliers, and a reel-to-reel machine that evokes a sense of nostalgia. Look for the historic Bottleworks hotel entrance and listen for sounds of mischief. Named one of Open Table x People Magazine's '50 Most Beautiful Restaurants in America.'

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9. Fogo de Chao - Indianapolis

4.2

Awesome(4659)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown Indy

Booked 109 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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10. Nada - Indianapolis

4.6

Exceptional(2939)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown Indy

Booked 43 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, Indianapolis, and their first east coast installment in North Bethesda, MD. 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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brendan
Indiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wasn’t sure what to expect, was afraid that this fine dining restaurant would be way out of my comfort zone, but I was thoroughly impressed. 12/10. Because of the holiday and Pacers game, the crowd was extremely light which made for a personal and cozy experience. Food was delectable! Astounding. 10 oz steak was so thick that it was maybe a bit rare in the middle for a medium rare, but the flavor and juice was of such high quality, all was good. Mac & Cheese? Incredible. A friend in the group said her Dirty Martini was impeccable. She and my wife loved the Caesar salad twist. AND, the anniversary dessert and raspberry cocktail were the perfect complimentary special treat! Then, we popped down to Mel’s after for some live jazz and cocktails. Honestly, a really neat experience overall. Can’t wait to return to celebrate other special events.
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Commission RowPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown Indy
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4.8
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Georgia
Indiana •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I have been coming to Iozzo’s for lunch for the last 15 years. We treated good friends to a dinner to celebrate a few birthdays! Phil was our server and was outstanding! It felt like a dinner at home and like we knew him forever! He shared his family history with our Italian heritage friends and it made me smile knowing my Macedonian heritage was very similar to his family’s stories! The food, atmosphere and service were outstanding!
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Iozzo's Garden of ItalyPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown Indy
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4.8
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Sam
Indiana •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fantastic as always!!! Our favorite steak place with a big group!
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Harry & Izzy's - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Downtown Indy
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4.7
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Gregory
Virginia •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful food and delightful service. The shrimp cocktail is well overpriced for 4 shrimp...the seafood pasta was a bargain, as was the flatiron steak...and both were delicious...
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St. Elmo Steak HousePrice: Expensive• Steak• Downtown Indy
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4.7
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Lisa
Indiana •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 Nov 2024
It was perfect. The food was amazing & our server super sweet. We had a great meal!
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Maialina Italian Kitchen + BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown Indy
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4.8

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. Maialina Italian Kitchen + Bar

2. St. Elmo Steak House

3. Commission Row

4. Harry & Izzy's - Downtown

5. Iozzo's Garden of Italy

6. Tony's of Indianapolis

7. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Indianapolis

8. The Fountain Room

9. Fogo de Chao - Indianapolis

10. Nada - Indianapolis

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