Japanese
Ichiban Noodles, a small, affordable Japanese restaurant, serves noodles and sushi in a relaxed, casual environment. Don't be put off by the unassuming exterior. The interior, with paper-lantern lighting and funky booths, is clean and attractive. Patrons claim the small restaurant makes the best Louis roll in the city. Other options for an appetizer or entreé are the shrimp tempura and the gyoza (Japanese dumplings). Take-out is also available.
Ichiban Noodles
8355 Bash St.
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(317) 841-0484
Thai
Thai Orchid serves carry-out or dining-room Thai dishes at affordable prices. The location may leave something to be desired, but the food is flavorful and reasonably priced. A meal for one person, with drink, is usually under $10 (2009). Try the Som Tum, a papaya, green bean and peanut salad with a spicy dressing, for a starter and the "chef's creation" asparagus delight, for your entreé, which combines shrimp,calamari and scallops with sauteéd asparagus in a spicy garlic sauce. Try to leave room for a sticky rice dish for dessert. The restaurant offers Thai custard, mango and sweet black bean flavors.
Thai Orchid
8145 Bash St.
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(317) 578-8155
www.thaiorchidindy.com
Italian
Located inside a strip mall in the Castleton area of Indianapolis, the Sangiovese Ristorante offers a substantial Italian menu. Offering classic dishes like spaghetti carbonara as well as daily specials, the restaurant has knowledgeable staff and a refined ambiance. Try the spaghetti fra diavolo for a spicy tomato pasta topped with shrimp. If your schedule allows, plan a visit for a Thursday: Martini Thursdays feature live jazz music, reduced-price martinis and appetizers. Reservations are recommended and can be made online.
Sangiovese Ristorante
4110 E. 82nd St.
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(317) 596-0731
www.sangioveseristorante.com
Steakhouse
Serving USDA prime steaks and seafood in an elegant restaurant, Peterson's Restaurant is perfect for a business lunch or a special dinner. The innovative American cuisine offers dishes for all tastes. Try the lobster bisque or grilled asparagus with parmesan, proscuitto and balsamic vinegar as an appetizer. The succulent veal makes an excellent main course, served with foie gras and roasted baby carrots. Vegetarian options are also available. Reservations are recommended.
Peterson's Restaurant
7690 E. 96th St.
Fishers, IN 46038
(317) 598-8863
www.petersonsrestaurant.com
About The Author
Christine Meyer has been writing professionally since 1995. Holding a Bachelor of Arts in music from Taylor University, a CELTA from the University of Cambridge ESOL, and a CBA in marketing from IBMEC Rio de Janeiro, Meyer has experience in a variety of fields. Her articles have been published in newspapers and on sites such as eHow.com.
