Sarah & Matthew
Things To Do
Cafe Patachou
A classic Indy brunch spot with omelets, cinnamon toast, coffee, and a bright, easygoing atmosphere.
Coat Check Coffee
A beautiful local coffee shop inside the historic Athenaeum building near Mass Ave.
The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers
A whimsical café and bakery known for beautiful cakes, pastries, coffee, champagne, and over-the-top charm. Reservations required. There's also a location in the city of Carmel, which is about 20 minutes north of downtown Indianapolis...this is Sarah's favorite spot in all of Indiana!
Shapiro's Delicatessen
An Indianapolis staple. Casual, historic, and perfect for a hearty breakfast or lunch...especially the pastrami on rye!
The Garage Food Hall
One of our favorite spots! A lively downtown food hall in the Bottleworks District with a mix of local vendors, multi-cultural food and a great variety of drink spots.
St. Elmo Steak House
The iconic Indianapolis steakhouse, famous for its shrimp cocktail.
Commission Row
Upscale steak, seafood, raw bar, and cocktails near Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Sprawling, gorgeous interior with a speakeasy downstairs!
Ball & Biscuit
One of Indy’s best cocktail bars. Cozy, stylish, and great for a grown-up night out.
Astrea
A beautiful rooftop bar perched above Indianapolis with indoor-outdoor seating, craft cocktails, shareable bites, and gorgeous views of Monument Circle and the city skyline.
16-Bit Bar+Arcade
Retro arcade games, drinks, and nostalgic nightlife fun. 21+.
Massachusetts Avenue
“Mass Ave” is a walkable, artsy stretch of downtown Indianapolis that runs for about five blocks. It’s an easy place to spend a few hours grabbing coffee, brunch, dinner, or drinks, with plenty of local shops, restaurants, murals, and theaters along the way. We love wandering along it!
Canal Walk
A scenic downtown walk along the water with skyline views, public art, paddleboats, and photo spots.
White River State Park
White River State Park is a 250-acre green space right in downtown Indianapolis, perfect for a mix of fresh air, museums, and other activities. You can walk the canal (mentioned above) visit the Eiteljorg Museum, Indiana State Museum, NCAA Hall of Champions, Indianapolis Zoo, or Victory Field.