Indianapolis has long lived in the shadow of Chicago when it comes to Midwest food conversations.
But that’s a mistake — Indy’s restaurant scene has been on a serious upswing, with a wave of talented chefs, creative concepts, and passionate small-business owners transforming the city into a legitimate food destination.
Beyond the well-known steakhouses and downtown establishments that fill up on race weekends, there’s a deep bench of underrated restaurants doing incredible work without the spotlight…