Meridian

4.6 (2674)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

5694 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208

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Meridian

4.6

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Meridian Restaurant and Bar is located in the Meridian Street Historic District on the north side of Indianapolis. Meridian is a fine dining establishment serving innovative American cuisine. Our menu incorporates regional American and international flavors sure to please any palate and offers a selection of natural beef, fresh fish, pork, chicken, and pastas. Our curated wine list is a perfect companion for the menu, and we offer a full selection of cocktails and beer as well. The intimate setting and professional staff provide one of the most unique dining experiences in Indianapolis.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Creative Western
Hours of Operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 2:30pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm : Sunday 4:00pm- 9:00pm
Phone number
(317) 466-1111
Website
http://meridianonmeridian.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Allen Smith
Catering
Book an intimate dinner in the Meridian’s private upstairs hideaway - for parties of 20 or fewer.<br />Enjoy your next private lunch or dinner with your colleagues, friends or relatives with us at the Meridian. We will happily offer our restaurant to you during our business hours.
Private party facilities
The next time your board, trustees, social club or old college friends are getting together, why not make it memorable? Meridian is a fine dining establishment serving innovative American cuisine.
Private party contact
Allen Smith: (317) 466-1111

Location
5694 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Area
Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler
Cross street
Westfield
Parking Details
and Valet Friday and Saturday .
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Smoked Corn Puree GF
Red Peppers, Potatoes, Bacon
- BowlUSD 15.00
- CupUSD 8.00
Warm Spinach Salad USD 16.00
Baby Spinach, Red Onions, Eggs, Tomatoes, Mushrooms, Bacon Vinaigrette
Tom Saap Sancocho
Beef Short Rib, Sofrito, Plantains, Yuca, Chicken Stock
- BowlUSD 15.00
- Cup USD 8.00
Artisan Greens (GF) USD 16.00
Roasted Rapini, Lime-Farmer's Cheese, Crispy Garbanzo Beans, Roasted Purple Yams, Jerk-Roasted Red Pepper Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad USD 16.00
Romaine, Parmesan Crisp, Croutons
Wedge SaladUSD 16.00
Blue Cheese, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Bacon, Buttermilk Dressing

ENTRÉES

Fish Tacos USD 18.00
Fried Catfish, Creamy Sambal Slaw, Cilantro, Teriyaki Glaze
French Onion Macaroni and Cheese USD 18.00
Caramelized Onions, Mornay, Gruyere, Breadcrumbs, Angelo's Crest di Gallo Pasta
Verlasso Salmon* (GF) USD 23.00
Purple Yam Hummus, Charred Red Onion, Jerk-Roasted Red Pepper Vinaigrette
Chicken Enchiladas (GF) USD 18.00
Chipotle Cream Sauce, Cotija Cheese, Charred Corn Pico de Gallo
Steak Frites* (GF) USD 27.00
Artisan Greens, French Fries, Meridian Sauce
Quiche Lorraine USD 18.00
White Cheddar, Dewig Bacon, Spinach, Artisan Greens
Boar Bolognese USD 21.00
Angelo's Italian Market's Crest di Gallo, Parmesan, Crostini
Jambalaya (GF)USD 22.00
Trinity Vegetables, Smoked Bacon, Shrimp, Rice, Tomato, Jasmine Rice

SANDWICHES

All Sandwiches Served with Chips. Substitute Fries, Artisan Salad, Cup of Soup $5

Bacon Cheeseburger* USD 22.00
White Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Mayonnaise, Brioche Bun
Nashville Chicken Sandwich*USD 18.00
Fried Chicken, Chili Oil, Dijonaisse, Pimento Cheese, Pickles
B.L.T. USD 18.00
Dewig Bacon, Artisan Greens, Lemon Agrumolio, Tomatoes, Herb Mayonnaise, Multigrain Toast
Hot Ham and SwissUSD 17.00
Country Ham, Kenny's Kentucky Moon Swiss Cheese, Spiced Rum Apple Butter, Sourdough
Meatloaf SandwichUSD 19.00
Cucumber-Lime Toum, White Cheddar, Tomato, Crispy Onion

HOUSE BREAD SERVED UPON REQUEST AT A NOMINAL CHARGE

“Consuming raw or uncooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase risk of food-borne illness, especially if your have certain medical conditions.”

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4.6

(2674)

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

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Meridian offers a warm, inviting atmosphere akin to dining at a friend's home. Guests appreciate the "outstanding service" and "amazing food," with standout dishes like boar bolognese and Arrabbiata Ramen. While menu changes can be polarizing, the dining experience is often described as "excellent" with "great cocktails" and a "lovely ambiance."

2,674 Reviews

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Amanda
Indiana2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have had a few experiences at the Meridian. Each visit has served as a gathering place for close friends and has brought me back. I love the atmosphere, the ambiance and food never disappoints. I will always go back to the Meridian.
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Dan Gold
Indiana17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love our dinners at Meridian. They keep their great staples on the menu and change the rest based on the season. Great local sources for meat, pastas, veggies, etc. Highly recommend!!
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Paula
Indiana14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love the relaxed feel of this place – like a comfortable dining room in a friend's home. It has different seating areas: the main dining room, bar, outdoor patio, and private dining room. The restaurant itself is nestled in the Meridian Kessler neighborhood. I would definitely return to try more dishes.
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Peter
Indiana9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was outstanding!! His service and demeanor was superb.
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Marty
Indiana13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 22 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One suggestion - maybe some assorted healthy breads or mini rolls.
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Marianne Gold
Indiana267 reviews
3.0
Dined on 19 October 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our server was very attentive and pleasant. The food was good, but not great. Expensive for what you get.
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cindy Gold
Indiana14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the Meridian. Food is amazing. Kodoos to the chef. The bar staff is friendly and makes a great cocktail
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Larry Gold
Indiana9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding meal and Sara is an excellent server, we will go back often
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Norma Gold
Indiana27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our meals were very good. We enjoyed the salmon, chicken and the boar bolognese (my favorite). Because we were heading to a show at Clowes we didn’t stay to enjoy any desserts. The service was respectful of our time constraints without being rushed. This restaurent is worth the trip! We will be back.
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Kathrine
Indiana2 reviews
1.0
Dined on 26 September 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I am just giving stars to the service we received, our waiter is nice. The food and everything else is mediocre, the food is awful actually. We did not enjoy it at all. The soup looked hearty but taste awful, the hamburger ? Has a sausage on it(??) and the steak was slobbered with A1 sauce. The place is nice, parking is good but go somewhere else if u want 5 star rating food. We came here to celebrate a birthday and we were disappointed! This will be our first and last.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Creative Western
Hours of Operation
Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 2:30pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm : Sunday 4:00pm- 9:00pm
Phone number
(317) 466-1111
Website
http://meridianonmeridian.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Allen Smith
Catering
Book an intimate dinner in the Meridian’s private upstairs hideaway - for parties of 20 or fewer.<br />Enjoy your next private lunch or dinner with your colleagues, friends or relatives with us at the Meridian. We will happily offer our restaurant to you during our business hours.
Private party facilities
The next time your board, trustees, social club or old college friends are getting together, why not make it memorable? Meridian is a fine dining establishment serving innovative American cuisine.
Private party contact
Allen Smith: (317) 466-1111

Location
5694 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Area
Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler
Cross street
Westfield
Parking Details
and Valet Friday and Saturday .
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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FAQs

Yes, Meridian offers outdoor dining; guests praise the patio and grounds for lovely, warm summer evenings among trees and quaint landscaping.

Meridian feels intimate and warm, an old-house dining room with dimmed lights, battery candles and a lit fireplace, creating a cozy, relaxed setting many guests choose for date nights and celebrations.

Business casual, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formalwear; many guests report the dining room crowd dresses business casual for evening visits.

For a quieter, intimate meal, Meridian is especially lovely on Sunday evenings or earlier weekday dinners (around 5–6pm); guests describe Sunday nights and early Wednesday/Thursday evenings as calm and pleasant.

Yes, Meridian can be family-friendly: guests note teens enjoying mocktails and at least one family mention a daughter enjoying a meal, and staff have split portions and accommodated family needs.

Sunday is a standout, guests praise the Sunday brunch and many enjoy Meridian’s quiet, relaxed Sunday-night ambience.

Yes, Meridian accepts private parties, and guests note it has a great back room for parties.

Portions tend to be generous, guests call the ribeye, the mussels appetizer, and the Arrabbiata ramen notably large and satisfying.

Yes, Meridian’s intimate setting, fireplace, and many positive anniversary and Valentine’s-Day visits make it a lovely choice for a special evening.

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Meridian

4.6

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 10 times today

Meridian

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Meridian

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Upstairs Private Dining Room

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SOUPS AND SALADS

Smoked Corn Puree GF

Warm Spinach Salad USD 16.00

Tom Saap Sancocho

Artisan Greens (GF) USD 16.00

Caesar Salad USD 16.00

Wedge SaladUSD 16.00

ENTRÉES

Fish Tacos USD 18.00

French Onion Macaroni and Cheese USD 18.00

Verlasso Salmon* (GF) USD 23.00

Chicken Enchiladas (GF) USD 18.00

Steak Frites* (GF) USD 27.00

Quiche Lorraine USD 18.00

Boar Bolognese USD 21.00

Jambalaya (GF)USD 22.00

SANDWICHES

Bacon Cheeseburger* USD 22.00

Nashville Chicken Sandwich*USD 18.00

B.L.T. USD 18.00

Hot Ham and SwissUSD 17.00

Meatloaf SandwichUSD 19.00

HOUSE BREAD SERVED UPON REQUEST AT A NOMINAL CHARGE

“Consuming raw or uncooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase risk of food-borne illness, especially if your have certain medical conditions.”

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