Looking for the next new restaurant hitting Indy’s food scene? Check out these buzzy places to eat and drink in Indianapolis — plus, some spots coming soon. Keep tabs on this list to stay ahead of the cuisine curve. And don’t forget to bookmark it.
February openings
Mochi Joy Donuts, 8664 E. 96th St., Fishers | Donuts | Feb. 1
Indiana’s first mochi donut shop is finally getting its own storefront, complete with coffee drinks from Helm Coffee Roasters, boba tea, plants for sale, and more.
Culinary Dropout, 1320 E. 86th St.| Eclectic American | Feb. 19
Enjoy classic food with a fresh twist, such as wagyu pigs in a blanket, Mongolian short rib, and chicken cacio e pepe.
Flower Child, 1340 E. 86th St. | Health bowls, wraps, and salads | Feb. 25
From a ginger miso crunch salad to chicken yakisoba noodles, this casual restaurant has been making fresh, healthy food flavorful since 2014.
January openings
Exotic Snacks, 14300 Mundy Dr., Ste. 800, Noblesville | International snacks
This shop located inside Phone Zone offers unique snacks from around the world. You can find drinks, chips, cookies, and more — just like what you might find in a convenience store in Japan or Korea.
Milan Pasta Kitchen, Online only | Pasta
This new pasta kitchen is serving up a “build your own pasta” concept that is available for delivery only. You select your choice of noodle, sauce, meat, toppings, seasonings, and bread — and they handle the rest.
Fluff Bake Shop, 17677 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville | Donuts + sandwiches
The cozy cafe offers a variety of donuts, coffee drinks, and breakfast and lunch sandwiches, with an even bigger menu coming soon.
Arden Indy, 6 W. Washington St. | Cafe + lounge
A swanky paradise + intimate floral oasis in downtown. Arden Indy is a cafe during the day and a lounge at night.
December openings
Bearded Bagel, 9745 Fall Creek Rd. | Bagels
Now you have two locations to get your favorite bagel sandwiches. The bagel restaurant and food truck gave us the gift of this second location just after Christmas.
Tous Les Jours, 110 W. Main St., Ste. 115, Carmel | Cakes + croissants
You may recognize this bakery from its location inside the Castleton Saraga store. Now it has its own standalone store in Carmel offering its same delicious croissants, danishes, croquettes, and cakes.
Swig, 9510 N. Meridian St. | Soda
Get ready to Swig. The popular soft drink chain’s second Indy location is now serving guests.
The Alchemist, 1660 Bellefontaine St. | Coffee + cocktails
This new cozy spot is currently open for coffee service daily from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Follow it on social media for updates on hours and cocktail service.
Tom’s Watch Bar, 140 S. Illinois St. | Sports bar
There’s a new spot for game days down the street from Gainbridge Fieldhouse and Lucas Oil Stadium. The 10,000-sqft sports bar features immersive 360° viewing technology, a stadium-sized screen, 135 high-definition displays, and upscale food + beverages.
Mooresville’s Gray Brothers Cafeteria, 1090 N. Avon Ave. | Homestyle meals
This spot has been serving central Indiana since 1944, and it opened a second location. The store will provide locals with homemade pies, cakes, and baked goods — just in time for the holidays.
Parlor Doughnuts, Avon | Donut shop
West side donut fans can now get layered donuts closer to home. This shop offers 25+ flavors to choose from, plus coffee and other breakfast food items.
Sushi Station, 960 E. Tournament Trl., Westfield | Sushi
There’s another new sushi spot on the north side and this one delivers food to your table by train (and a conveyor belt). It offers sushi, sashimi, dumplings, and tempura made to order.
Aberdeen Social House, 150 W. 96th St. | Upscale dining
This restaurant introduces an elevated dining experience to the area, blending global fusion cuisine with American comfort classics.
Did we miss a restaurant that opened in December? Let us know.
November openings
Kura, 11594 Whistle Dr., Fishers | Sushi
Get hungry for 100+ dishes served on a conveyor belt system with customers paying by the plate. Diners can also play games and rack up prizes.
NYC Deli & Grill, 6165 Allisonville Rd. | Sandwiches, Shakes, Wings
Looking for authentic NYC flavors in Indy? This shop offers classics like the iconic Chopped Cheese and a flavorful Chicken Rice Bowl. You can order fresh-made food to go + grab convenience store items all in one spot.
Yoke Social Table, The Garage Food Hall | Sandwiches
Now open during regular food hall hours and serving salads, sandwiches, and bowls crafted with fresh ingredients — giving Garage-goers another delicious option to try.
Sweetgreen, 14400 Clay Terrace Blvd., Carmel | Salads
Load up on customizable salads from this popular chain.
SubDaze Sandwich Shop, 640 S. Main St., Zionsville | Sandwiches
The new restaurant comes courtesy of the owners of Fundae’s Ice Cream & Treats, which has three locations in central Indiana.
Magdalena, 1127 Shelby St. | Cocktail bar and restaurant
Inspired by New Orleans cuisine, this restaurant specializes in cocktails, wine, and oysters.
Niyyah Coffee, 6160 N. Rural St. | Coffee
The coffee spot’s newest location opened on Saturday, Nov. 2. Stop by the first floor of the Ayr Apartments for a taste of its fall drink menu + tres leches cakes.
Lone Pine, 710 S. Rangeline Rd., Carmel | Steakhouse
This sister restaurant to Beholder promises “a fresh take on the modern American steakhouse experience.”
Did we miss a restaurant that opened in November? Let us know.
October openings
Songbird Social House, 7245 E. 146th St., #100, Carmel | Bar + restaurant
This new north-side restaurant features a menu with wood-fired pizza, pasta, sandwiches, steak, seafood, and chicken, plus cocktails, wine, and live music on Fridays and Saturdays.
Shin Dig, 1351 Roosevelt Ave. | Pizza
Cunningham Restaurant Group’s latest project serves wings + pizza for the whole family. Make a reservation at Shin Dig.
Tinker Coffee, 1125 W 16th St. | Coffee
Tinker Coffee opened its new Firehouse location in the former Chalet spot. Stop by for coffee and breakfast in the morning + enjoy beer, wine + low-ABV cocktails in the evening.
Tilly’s Tea Room, 8745 E. 116th St. | British eatery
Tilly’s has gone back to Fishers after its tea room at Saks Fifth Avenue closed at The Fashion Mall, with the addition of Max & Tilly’s Chip Shop & Eaterie. It’s serving up authentic British fish + chips, plus filthy fries, robust soups, fresh salads, and hearty sandwiches.
Did we miss a restaurant that opened in October? Let us know.
Mochi Joy is still looking to fill positions for its new storefront — application deadline is Friday, Dec. 20.
Photo by @mochijoydonuts
Coming soon
Freeland’s Restaurant, 875 Freeland Way, Carmel | Fine dining
The owner of downtown’s Tinker Street is opening another restaurant. This one will be located at Carmel’s North End + will bring new life to one of the city’s oldest buildings. The 2,600-sqft restaurant will focus on farm-to-table, Midwestern European fine dining.
The Yard Bar, 1302 Columbia Ave. | ETA: Spring, 2025
The DIGS Garden Center team is working hard to open their new concept — The Yard Bar and South Monon Spirits distillery. It’ll be a place for plants, drinks, food, and fresh air.
1933 Lounge | Bar | ETA: Early 2025
The speakeasy announced on social media that a Carmel location is in the works. It’s expected to open in early 2025. We’ll keep you updated as we hear more.
West Fork Whiskey Co., 1233 Shelby St. | Distillery | ETA: Late 2024 or early 2025
Less than a month after the closure of its Kennedy-King tasting room, West Fork Whiskey Co. announced its triumphant return to Indy. The distillery will be opening a new cocktail bar + tasting room in Fountain Square. It expects to open its doors in late 2024 or early 2025.
Fernando’s Mexican & Brazilian Cuisine, 888 Massachusetts Ave. | Mexican and Brazilian | ETA: January 2025
The popular Broad Ripple spot is expanding to bring its legendary feijoada stew to Mass Ave.
King Jugg Brewery, 151 N. Eighth St. | Brewery | ETA: 2027
A new brewery is coming to downtown Noblesville at the former site of Bolden Dry Cleaners. It will have an indoor/outdoor dining area, a basketball court, a children’s play area, and a raised stage/dance floor.
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