Where to find lunch for $10 or less in Indianapolis
Want to down your burger with a cocktail? Workingman’s Friend also has a full service bar. | Photo by @beltwayer79
Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Indy. Check out this list of places where a lunch for one costs $10 or less.
We know cravings are key when it comes to a midday meal, so we’ve broken up these spots into their respective food groups. Think sandwiches and your favorite food from around the world.
Try something new at this unique + unusual brunch spot where the menu changes often. Right now, we’re looking at breakfast with pork tongue, a sunny egg, and cheese toast for $10.40.
Check out this long-lived east side restaurant and try the Turkey Manhattan special — tender roasted turkey between white bread, topped with turkey gravy + served with mashed potatoes and your choice of one side — for $10.49.
The restaurant at 10th Street + Emerson Avenue has been serving classic diner food since 1960.
Check out this shop’s menu full of soup and sandwich options around $10. Pro tip: Use the code “SAVE” for 10% off your online order for delivery or pickup.
This hidden gem in the heart of Indy serves classics like burgers, grilled cheese, and pork tenderloin sandwiches for under $10. Pro tip: This is a cash-only establishment.
This Chinese restaurant located in the Lafayette Place Shopping Center offers an affordable menu from noodle soups to fried rice and Sichuan shredded pork for $10 and under.
Summer Movie | Friday, June 23 | 1-3 p.m. | Central Library, 40 E. Saint Clair St., Indianapolis | Free | Take a break from the hot sun and watch “Shrek” with The Learning Curve.
Live Music | Friday, June 23 | 4-7 p.m. | Daniel’s Vineyard, 9061 N. 700 W., McCordsville, Indianapolis | Free | Take a seat, have a glass of wine, and enjoy the view of the 22-acre vineyard while listening to live music.
Saturday, June 24
Family Flow Yoga | Saturday, June 24-Saturday, Aug. 12 | 10-11 a.m. | Colts Canal Playspace, 701 Canal Walk, Indianapolis | Free | Find your flow with the fam at this free yoga class taught by Hot Room Yoga instructors — registration is required.
This Must Be It | Saturday, June 24-Sunday, June 25 | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Sun King Brewery, 135 N. College Ave., Indianapolis | Cost of purchase | Browse one of Indy’s most popular pop-up market events featuring 100+ local and regional vendors specializing in artisan crafts, vintage clothing, and art.
Uncork Me Indiana | Saturday, June 24 | 3-7 p.m. | Military Park, 601 W. New York St., Indianapolis | $10-$55 | Wine down with this new wine festival featuring live entertainment from dueling pianos, a commemorative sampling glass, and endless wine tasting.
Monday, June 26
Bike and Bootcamp | Monday, June 26-Monday, Aug. 28 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Orange bridge, Downtown Canal, Indianapolis | Free | Combine cardio + strength training for a unique, full body workout along the canal.
Tuesday, June 27
Lunch Break Live on Monument Circle | Tuesday, June 27 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Monument Circle, Southwest Quad, Indianapolis | Free | Bring your lunch or stop by a visiting food truck + enjoy live music from local artists.
Time to get that dough. Parlor Doughnuts announced it’s bringing its famous layered doughnuts + premium coffee to Indianapolis. No word yet on a location or an official opening date, but follow along on social media for updates.
Sports
The Pacers picked Bilal Coulibaly at No. 7 overall, but traded his rights to the Washington Wizards for the No. 8 pick during the 2023 NBA Draft. The Pacers ended with Jarace Walker, who just completed his freshman season at Houston. Here’s a recap of Indiana’s night. (IndyStar)
Announced
The Indiana State Fair announced its final wave of additions to the Free Stage lineup running from Friday, July 28-Sunday, Aug. 20. Quiet Riot, Three Dog Night, and Samantha Fish are among the list. The concerts are free with fair admission + all shows start at 7:30 p.m., unless otherwise noted.
Biz
Yesterday, Purdue + Indy-based venture studio High Alpha announced a partnership to bring business students in the executive education programs to Bottleworks District headquarters for joint business and startup programs. This comes after Purdue + IU’s split from IUPUI. (IBJ)
Edu
Summer just started, but schools around central Indiana are desperately trying to fill teaching positions that have been vacant since the pandemic. The state is in need of around 1,900 more teachers, according to the Indiana Department of Education. Learn more + apply. (CBS4)
Ranked
The newly renovated Harry & Izzy’s restaurant inside IND was recently ranked the No. 7 best airport restaurant in the world by Thrillist. Earlier this year, it got an expanded bar and new dining room, plus a St. Elmo Shrimp Cocktail station.
Asked
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During the second annual Legacy Fest, President Kristian Little-Stricklen highlighted the The Madam Walker Legacy Center‘s vision for the future.
The organization announced the rooftop of the historic building will be renovated + repurposed as an outdoor performance and gathering venue designed by Meticulous Design + Architecture.
A $250,000 seed-funding grant from the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust will put the rooftop renovation in motion and support efforts to secure funding to cover the full project cost.
“The Madam Walker Legacy Center has always been a cornerstone of Indiana Avenue and this community,” Kristian said. “With the addition of this beautiful rooftop project, it will become our capstone as well.”
I’ve recently become obsessed with oysters + I found out that Raw Bar by Slapfish on Mass Avenue offers $1 oysters every day. So, you could get 10 oysters for $10 — just sayin’.
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