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Spots for a celebratory meal without breaking the bank

Our loved ones deserve nothing but the best, but we get it — sometimes there’s a budget.

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This delicious looking photo features a baked linguini bolognese.

Do you have an anniversary coming up, or just want to treat that special someone?

We’re rounding up a few spots around Indy to have a celebratory meal without breaking the bank.

Livery, 720 N. College Ave. or Noblesville | $$
This casual dining spot offers great food and atmosphere, bringing Latin flavor to Indy in a restored 1890s building. Pro tip: With Livery’s shareable menu, you can split a few different dishes to sample with your date.

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Delicia serves culinary delights from the Americas, Caribbean, and Spain.

Photo by @deliciaindy

Delicia, 5215 N. College Ave. | $$
This innovative Latin American restaurant in the SoBro area offers a stylish ambiance perfect for a celebration. Pro tip: Until Saturday, Dec. 24, Delicia is offering a complimentary $20 gift card on every $100 spent on gift cards.

Maialina, 1103 Prospect St. | $$
This Italian spot in the heart of Fountain Square offers authentic food at an affordable price.

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The quaint hidden courtyard is perfect for an intimate meal — just maybe not in December.

Iozzo’s Garden of Italy, 946 S. Meridian St. | $$
This spot has been bringing southern Italian charm and cuisine to Indy since 2009 and offers a wide range of new and old dishes, an extensive wine list, and craft cocktails. The classy dining room and quaint courtyard is perfect for an intimate meal.

Vida, 601 E. New York St. | $$$
This AAA Four Diamond restaurant offers a unique experience that is splurge-worthy. For $85 per person, you can try the four-course chef’s tasting menu.

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