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Dawson's On Main, Speedway, IN
Dawson's On Main, Speedway, IN
Dawson's On Main, Speedway, IN
Dawson's On Main, Speedway, IN
Dawson's On Main, Speedway, IN

Dawson's On Main

4.7
4.7
1276 Reviews
$30 and under
Steakhouse
Dawson's on Main, not your typical neighborhood restaurant. We offer bold flavors, fresh ingredients and a warm atmosphere. A menu of steaks, seafood, pastas, sandwiches and other specialties make Dawson's perfect for family gatherings, business meetings or romantic nights for two. In addition, we offer a banquet room for larger parties and outside patio dining. We offer a full selection of specialty wines, classic bourbons, or the ever popular variety of Indiana craft beers. We are located one block south of the world famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (317) 247-7000
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Full scale catering service for all events large and small. Full service food and beverage service. Off site private venue available.
  • Private party facilities
    Full Service golf course pavilion with a seating capacity of 250 people for meetings and weddings. Full service kitchen and bar on site.
  • Private party contact
    Chris Hill: (317) 247-7000
  • Neighborhood
    Speedway
  • Cross street
    15th and Main
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,276 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Indiana

    Neighborhood gem

  • Indianapolis

    Neighborhood gem

1,275 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Our server was very personal, food very good . It was quite busy especially for a Monday evening. But that is probably because the food is good, as well as the service. We have been coming to Dawsons for years, one of our favorite places.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the atmosphere, just home town feel and good food

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  3. DDDFJD

    Indiana

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was outstanding, thank you Belinda! Potato soup is the best I've had. Chicken salad on croissant was loaded with the chicken salad, very good taste. Thank you for take out containers! Love Dawson's on Main!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Salad was great! The beef tips were tough and overdone.

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  5. SuzanneN

    Nashville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Outstanding menu choices and everything came out as expected. Generous portions and delicious. Will definitely be back!

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  6. deansdining

    Indiana

    68 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience2
    Food was very good. Service was attentive. Didn’t have topping on steak that I ordered. Table next to us was very distracting. Kids up and out of seats. Noisy area.

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  7. DavidR

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Friendly efficient staff and the tenderloin’s were great!

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  8. LLAA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Large servings of delicious chicken parmesan, leaving lunch for tomorrow.

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  9. GARYR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Prime time Friday night, a little longer wait but worth it. Great food and drinks.

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  10. DDDFJD

    Indiana

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We could not have been more pleased with our Dawson's experience. Belinda, our server, was outstanding! We never felt rushed & were there for over 2 hours. Our meals were amazing. The potato soup was thick & loaded with bacon, cheese, carrots & potatoes. YUM! I could have stopped there but didn't. Had the chicken salad croissant - also delicious & brought 1/2 home to enjoy later. The tenderloins were large & cooked to perfection. Everyone enjoyed everything they had & especially spending time at Dawson's.

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  11. jimr

    Indiana

    88 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    88 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quite frankly the best place to eat in Speedway. The servers are great and do everything to make sure you enjoy your dinner. My wife had Red Snapper and I hade the steak suzanne. Both were great.

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  12. MarilynK

    Indiana

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always the food was very well flavored, served in a timely manner and presented very well. We are never disappointed with Dawson’s!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful meal. Pasta to steak all was delicious!

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  14. KennethH

    Indiana

    39 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere, good food and service. We’ll return.

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  15. Diane

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great, service was perfect. We will definitely go back.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Every single thing I ordered was fabulous, including the martini. The potato cakes, Mac and cheese, shrimp and steak were absolutely fabulous. Even the rolls were delicious. Highly recommend!

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  17. LeLea

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dawson’s in Speedway honored our request in our reservation for a quiet area and they honored our request. Our waiter was attentive and friendly. The chicken velvet soup was to “die for!” It’s a must!!! This was a special occasion for life long friends and it was just the right spot. Thanks for a “memorable” moment in your establishment.

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  18. JosephD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Dawson's. It is our favorite restaurant hands down. Nowhere else is even close. Now I was a little shocked with the cost of the drinks the other night, but this is not a deal breaker by any means.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Nice restaurant & friendly! The portions are very generous.

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  20. JeffG

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    The Tony's Chicken dinner was awesome again and enough for two people. 1/2 price martinis were awesome. Well done once again, Dawson's....

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  21. Bill

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely awesome experience at Dawson's! Had some musician friends that are on a U S. And Canada tour stop here for a show. I suggested Dawson's and suggested the delicious Calamari steak and Sticks and Stones dishes that I've had before we all had different dishes but all I heard from them were " that's absolutely awesome, delicious, or just WOW!!" . Our Waiter Chad was very attentive and accommodating. Pleasant and upbeat. An absolutely awesome experience for all Thank you Dawson's and Chad! They've already said they'll be back in Indy and want to return to Dawson's!! Awesome restaurant, awesome people and awesome experience!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience4
    There were 4 of us. The prime rib was overcooked. My wife’s sirloin was dry. Overall disappointed. The menu is good. Overall kitchen process needs some changing as the food is not as flavorful and enticing as it should be. Prices are fine. Staff is excellent and atmosphere is inviting.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dawsons is an awesome place to eat. I recommend it to anyone.

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  24. DebbieJ

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing service and food. Even as they began to get busier our server was quite attentive and took care of our needs. Food as always was fantastic! Can never go wrong with the Dawson's On Main!

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  25. JimmieE

    Indiana

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Dawson’s is a must when in Speedway for any of the IMS events.

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  26. jimr

    Indiana

    88 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    88 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The menu seem to be evolving with the season. The outdoor dining lets you see the pulse of Main Street in Speedway. The taco special was outstanding!

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  27. AmberB

    Indiana

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The value received lower stars bc they have recently started charging $1 for what used to be basic side items, like green beans.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall2food1service2ambience2
    We were visiting the area and everyone told us it was the best steakhouse around. We were disappointed in our food, our filet was so thin and tough. We were celebrating our anniversary and told them that and the atmosphere was loud and not worth the wait.

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  29. Princess

    Indiana

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on August 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We hadn’t been to Dawson’s in a long time - it’s a drive for us , but so worth it ! Gourmet food at diner prices - seafood combos And creations -tender flavorful , steaks , and my husband’s favorite the medallions. plus delicious diner food - nothing wrong with a fantastic meatloaf or a nice pot roast - chicken , anyone? A great night!

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  30. DDDFJD

    Indiana

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Cranberry Pecan Salad is really delicious - light, refreshing perfect for a hot summer day. I added salmon & the combination was excellent. Our server was amazing too. We had a slight mixup on the number of people joining us & our server took it in stride, accommodating us all. Others who joined us had a tenderloin, chicken salad, French onion soup & another salad with chicken. They all raved about their food & they either took their leftovers home or cleaned their plate. Very nice restaurant on Main St in Speedway.

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  31. ChristineO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quaint restaurant. Friendly staff, very attentive. I had the Filet Mignon with mashed sweet potatoes, very good.

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  32. HannaC

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our favorite place! Always enjoy it immensely. Great staff

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  33. ac130ufco

    Indiana

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Chris and his team at Dawson’s on Main always meet or exceed expectations! The Cajun Beef Tips and Pretzel breadsticks are terrific ways to start the meal. Steaks are always done perfectly - the Ribeye and Filet are our go-to selections.

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  34. JohnN

    Indiana

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Sat outside, they had a very nice area, the service could have been a little more attentive but wasn't bad.

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  35. MaryN

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food was delicious. Time it took to get our food was too long at about 45 minutes.

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  36. BenyaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is greaT! This was my second time there. It’s my new favorite place

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  37. DaisyM

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Server was overwhelmed so service was abrupt. Food was good. Wish portions were smaller & prices a little lower.

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  38. AnnemarieS

    Indiana

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful dinner!! They always take excellent care of their guests

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  39. Wright

    Indiana

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Our waitress was very sweet and nice. She gave great recommendations and made sure there weren’t any allergy issues. Definitely will come again

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  40. SarahR

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Decent food. Good American menu. Hostess was very friendly. Muggy, humid atmosphere. Server never checked on our drinks or provided refills. We liked that it was casual, friendly and not a chain. Nice little town area in Speedway.

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FAQs

Dawson's On Main offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (317) 247-7000.

Dawson's On Main is rated 4.7 stars by 1276 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Dawson's On Main

1464 Main St, Speedway, IN 46224

Additional information

  • Cross street
    15th and Main
  • Neighborhood
    Speedway
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (317) 247-7000
  • Catering
    Full scale catering service for all events large and small. Full service food and beverage service. Off site private venue available.
  • Private party facilities
    Full Service golf course pavilion with a seating capacity of 250 people for meetings and weddings. Full service kitchen and bar on site.
  • Private party contact
    Chris Hill: (317) 247-7000
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