Before my first visit, people kept telling me about Iaria’s Italian Restaurant and how the spaghetti was so good it might just make me cancel all my weekend plans just to sit down and savor every bite. At first I thought they were exaggerating, but after walking through the door at 317 South College Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46202, I understood completely.
This family-run spot has been serving authentic Italian food since 1933, and stepping inside feels like entering someone’s home kitchen where generations of recipes have been perfected over decades. The aroma of simmering tomato sauce and fresh garlic fills the air, and the walls tell stories of nearly a century of happy diners.
Whether you’re a lifelong Indianapolis resident or just passing through, Iaria’s offers something special that chain restaurants simply can’t replicate: a place where the staff remembers your face, the food tastes like it was made with love, and every meal feels like a celebration.
The Legendary Spaghetti That Started It All
Iaria’s spaghetti isn’t just another pasta dish. It’s the reason people drive across town on a Tuesday night and the dish that keeps families coming back for four generations…