St. Elmo Steakhouse
St. Elmo Steakhouse, Indiana's oldest continuously operating restaurant, serves steak and more with an extensive wine list in a traditional setting in downtown Indianapolis. Its location close to Circle Center Mall and within walking distance of White River State Park makes St. Elmo Steakhouse the perfect stop for a group supper or romantic martini. Business casual dress feels most at home in St. Elmo Steakhouse and expect to pay up to $50 per person (2009) for dinner, including steak served with your choice of navy bean soup or tomato juice, potato and the separate salad and side dishes.
St. Elmo Steakhouse
127 S. Illinois St.
Indianapolis, IN 46225
(317) 635-0636
www.stelmos.com
Ruth's Chris
The downtown Indianapolis location of the New Orleans-based steakhouse features a dark, upscale modern decor and a lively bar scene at the entrance. Ruth's Chris offers valet parking and a location within walking distance to several downtown hotels and attractions. Dress runs the gamut from professional to cocktail attire, and the price (2009) starts at about $30 for the entrees, served ala carte.
Ruth's Chris, Downtown Indianapolis
45 S. Illinois St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 633-1313
www.ruthschris.com
Morton's The Steakhouse
Morton's The Steakhouse Indianapolis location features a traditional cuisine of steaks and seafood, along with a value-priced bar menu available daily from 5 p.m. until closing each day. Morton's website lists its schedule of wine-tasting seminars and other special events. The crowd at Morton's The Steakhouse in Indianapolis dresses in trendy upscale casual attire.
Morton's The Steakhouse
41 E. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 229-4700
www.mortons.com
Sullivan's Steakhouse
Sullivan's Steakhouse of Indianapolis, north of downtown in the Keystone at the Crossing shopping area, divides its dining area into a traditional dining area and a separate jazz lounge with live entertainment on certain nights. Sullivan's Steakhouse in Indianapolis features steaks in the $30 and up price range (2009), and a Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dress at Sullivan's varies from the little black dress to dressed-up jeans.
Sullivan's Steakhouse of Indianapolis
3316 E. 86th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 580-1280
www.sullivansteakhouse.com
Article Written By Andrea Lott
Andrea Lott is a career writer, performer and educator with an educational background in theater, classical studies and comedy. Her writing credits include articles, marketing materials and scripts. Lott studied theater and classical studies at IUPUI, and comedy writing and improv at Second City in Chicago.