Restaurant Recommendations

Not sure where to eat at the Indiana HR Conference? Here is a list of local restaurants we recommend that are conveniently located by the Indiana Convention Center.

LOCAL FAVORITES

The Old Spaghetti Factory: Great selection of classic Italian dishes; Many entrees are served three-course style with your choice of soup or salad, an entrée, and a scoop of spumoni or vanilla ice cream. ($$)

  • Website: https://www.osf.com/
  • Location: 210 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
  • Phone: 317-635-6325
  • Serves: lunch (11am-2pm), dinner (starting at 5pm)

Giordano’s: A Chicago-based pizza restaurant that is known for its famous stuffed deep-dish pizza; Be aware that the cooking time for the deep-dish pizza is 30-45 minutes once ordered, but it is worth the wait. ($$)

  • Website: https://giordanos.com/
  • Location: 43 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
  • Phone: 317-288-3415
  • Serves: lunch, dinner

Yard House: Has the World’s Largest Selection of Draft Beer; Serves a variety of food including pizza, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and a variety of other entrees ($$)

P.F. Chang’s: A classic choice if you are craving Chinese food. Located on the first floor of the Circle Centre Mall, you can dine in or take out. ($)

  • Website: https://www.pfchangs.com/
  • Location: 49 W Maryland St., Ste 226, Indianapolis, IN 46204
  • Phone: 317-974-5747
  • Serves: lunch, dinner

Ruth’s Chris Steak House: A great celebratory option; this steakhouse is a great place for a “perfect steak, warm hospitality and good times that never stop rolling.” ($$$)

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse: A great celebratory option; This Brazilian steakhouse is a great opportunity to experience the flavors of Brazil right in Indianapolis. They specialize in fire roasting meats. ($$$)

Harry and Izzy’s: A great celebratory option; This upscale, American grill and steakhouse is an homage to the owners of St. Elmo’s Steakhouse. With a broader menu, they still include the classics served at St. Elmo’s including their famous Shrimp Cocktail. ($$$)

  • Website: www.harryandizzys.com
  • Location: 153 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
  • Phone: 317-635-9594
  • Serves: lunch, dinner

St. Elmo’s Steak House: A great celebratory option; This steak house is a classic when coming to Indianapolis. Known for their World-Famous Shrimp Cocktail. A great choice to grab a drink and enjoy a steak in a traditional setting with outstanding professional service. ($$$)

  • Website: www.stelmos.com
  • Location: 127 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
  • Phone: 317-635-0636
  • Serves: Dinner

High Velocity: Perfect game day food including wings, sandwiches, and salads; located in the JW Marriott catty-cornered from the Indiana Convention Center. ($$)

  • Website: highvelocityindy.com
  • Location: 10 S. West St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
  • Phone: 317-860-6500
  • Serves: dinner

NEED A QUICK BITE?

Panera Bread

  • Website: www.panerabread.com
  • Location: 110 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204
  • Serves: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Starbucks

  • Location: 115 W Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
  • Serves: breakfast, light lunch

Pizza de Tito

  • Website: pizzaditito.com
  • Location: 115 W Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
  • Serves: breakfast, lunch

Circle Centre Mall

  • Location: 49 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
  • Chick-fil-a, Charley’s Cheesesteaks, Bella Pizzeria, Taco Bell, Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, A&W All American Foods, Villa Fresh Italian Kitchen, Ruby’s Café, and Subway
  • Serves: lunch, dinner

Steak ‘n’ Shake

  • Website: www.steaknshake.com
  • Location: 101 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
  • Serves: lunch, dinner

Five Guys: A good go-to for a classic burger, fries, and a milkshake. ($$)

  • Website: www.fiveguys.com
  • Location: 48 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
  • Serves: lunch, dinner

Buffalo Wild Wings: Another game day favorite that serves wings, burgers, sandwiches, and salads. ($$)

  • Website: www.buffalowildwings.com
  • Location: 7 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
  • Phone: 317-951-9464
  • Serves: lunch, dinner