Iaria's Italian Restaurant, Indianapolis, IN

Iaria's Italian Restaurant

Name: Iaria's Italian Restaurant
Address: 317 S College Ave, Indianapolis, IN, United States, 46202
Telephone: (317) 638-7706
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

996 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Iaria's Italian Restaurant was established in 1913 by Pietro and Antonia Iaria and is currently run by fourth generation family members, Matthew Iaria and Carla Russell. Entering Iaria's is like taking a step back in time...not much has changed over the years. The restaurant and bar both offer booth seating and the decor consists mostly of family and celebrity pictures. The Food: sauces, meatballs, sausage, pizzas are made in house and weekly specials are offered. The Bar: cocktails, extensive wine list and craft beer are all available. It is a popular spot for locals and celebrities. It is a great location for a small get together, business luncheon, holiday party or just a night out. The Iaria family looks forward to seeing you soon...

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday: 11:00am - 1:30pm Dinner: Tuesday - Friday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Saturday: 4:30pm - 10:00pm
Phone number
(317) 638-7706
Website
http://www.iariasrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Iaria's will cater your event to meet your specific needs. We offer full service catering with all set up included to delivery of groups of just 15 people.
Private party facilities
Guests have limited options for private dining during our regular business hours. On Sundays or Mondays, the entire restaurant can be reserved. Please call us directly to get your specific needs met.
Private party contact
Matthew or Carla: (317) 638-7706

Location
317 S College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Neighborhood
Downtown Indy
Cross street
Fletcher Avenue
Parking details
Iaria's offers free parking and the lot is adjacent to the restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 996 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.2Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

996 Reviews

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BobL
Cleveland
138 reviews
vip
4.0
138 reviews
Dined on October 4, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience2
Food and service were very good. Portion sizes seemed smaller than previous visits. We had a rough crowd sitting next to us that made us slightly uncomfortable.
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PapaBill
Indiana
100 reviews
vip
5.0
100 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great as usual. Food is exceptional as is the service in the bar room thanks to Dom. We love going there knowing it will be great again.
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CorrineW
Phoenix
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food and service is always great! It does get loud in the restaurant since it is small.
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brandyr
Indiana
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience3
Birthday dinner. Was delicious.
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goodfoodlover
Indiana
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall3food3service5ambience3
We were very disappointed in the quality of the food. The risotto appetizer balls were bland; the homemade Italian dressing was nothing special as was the minestrone soup; the sauce on the lasagna was off putting; and the Marsala sauce was too sweet. When you compare prices, the Italian food at Carrabbas, a chain restaurant, is superior and you don’t have to pay for your bread there. The service was excellent, though. Glasses were kept filled and dirty dishes were removed promptly. While the servers were friendly, this is not enough reason for us to return for another meal.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 21, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing. Other Italian restaurants cannot compare. This was our first time here and the experience was amazing.
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OpenTable Diner
Denver
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 19, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience3
Good food and a lot of it for the price.
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
So good. We really enjoyed everything about the place.
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AmandaP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is classic American Italian food and vibe. Mom and pop. Nothing more, nothing less. Perfect! It's a casual, family friendly establiment. It's the basic white tee of restaurants.
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OpenTable Diner
Indiana
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2019
overall3food3service5ambience4
The ambiance was nice and the service was great.
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Stefan
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2019
overall5food4service4ambience4
We had a reservation at 6 p.m. and were seated immediately when we arrived. Service was a little slow initially to get our drink orders but the restaurant was busy. The portions were large and great value for the price you paid. Our waitress got a part of our order incorrect but fixed the issue within 3 minutes and the right dinner was brought out to us. On top of that, the waitress surprised us with free dessert due to the mix up. Overall great experience and will be back!
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ElizabethB
Indiana
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2019
overall3food1service3ambience5
Food was disappointing. Bread had no flavor and marinara lacked desirable seasoning. Too much dressing on the Caesar salad. Wine was good.
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lrgirl
Indiana
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
We had family in town and wanted to try Iaria’s. We had made a reservation and they were ready for us as soon as we walked in. Our server was very attentive and made good suggestions. The food was above average to excellent. Overall a great experience.
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MarkM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience3
Great food, plan to return in near future. Noise level was high due to many customers. Low level lighting in front area. Waitress was great and helpful with items on menu.
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VaughnT
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great place to eat....the eggplant and the veal, plus the blue cheese dressing for the salad as I remember from the last 30 years......so we go at least 6 times a year when we are in town.....
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Ronfoodie
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was great … parking was a little tight … service was outstanding … try the pork piccata or the manicotti .. both outstanding
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MattM
Indiana
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 28, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everyone loved the experience and food! We brought my mother in law here to celebrate her birthday.
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KennethR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Last night was the first time my wife and I ate at this restaurant. The service was exceptional and the food was superb! We will definitely be coming back.
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OpenTable Diner
Indiana
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food.
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Michael
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 24, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Rose was amazing! Top notch service and she was a lot of fun!
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Heidi
Indiana
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best if EVERYTHING, They are like my Family for over 45 years. Excellent service, exquisite food, great prices. Just LOVE it there! My first choice.
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AnnR
Louisville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our evening at Iaria’s Restaurant was delightful. Food and service were excellent. Enjoyed my family and the great food prepared by the hardworking chefs and cooks in the back, then served by knowledgeable and attentive servers. Everything was great. Please let the people behind the scenes know there efforts are appreciated!
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MartiE
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2019
overall5food4service4ambience5
Service was good and prompt but seemed a little overkill. Someone came to our table seemed like every 5 minutes and I was trying to have a conversation and enjoy wine
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DANNYP
Indiana
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about this restaurant was excellent. We loved it!
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mary
Indiana
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food was good. Service fine. Noise level was so high that couldn't hear our own conversation at the table. Same at a previous visit.
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Alex
Indiana
70 reviews
vip
4.0
70 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience3
I love Iaria’s. Have been there for lunch many times but this was my first time for dinner. As usual, the food was excellent and service was good.
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IndyRoy
Indiana
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
We enjoy the Devour Indy. excellent way to sample new menu items. The red sauce is great.
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KathyD
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Happened to be there during Devour Indy and really enjoyed the special menu options. Coming into the dining room is like being in Gramma’s kitchen where the smells are wonderful.
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TommyB
Indiana
21 reviews
vip
2.0
21 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2019
overall2food2service2ambience4
Poor food. Chicken parm wasn’t cooked all the way. Good bread.
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Thinktink09
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best Tortellini I have ever had! If I didnt live 2.5 hours away I'd come back as often as I could! Great atmosphere and great prices.
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MEG11
Indiana
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
we were seated at 5:40 our server welcomed us took our drink orders. A Family came in and sat down at table next to us the server gave them 100% of herself, took there food order brought them there soup and salad and never came back to our table to take our order or bring our drinks. At 6:00 we got up and left after letting the host know why.
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TerryS
Indiana
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
quaint little place wasn't what we expected but wasn't disappointed. Food was good, very authentic. A little loud but tolerable
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Sams
Indiana
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best Italian food as always, I moved out of town and haven’t been back in a couple years. Four of us had different items from the menu and everything was awesome!!
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OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food, good service and a must stop when we are in Indy
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 9, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful Italian restaurant. Sat outside on a beautiful summer evening. Great pizza, great service
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ErnieY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very, very good food! Greet service & a fair value for the meal provided.
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FSIndy1968
Minneapolis
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was out quickly and tasted very authentic Italian. Salads are amazing as well as great pasta dishes!
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ShellandDave
Indiana
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2019
overall4food3service4ambience3
It was “MEH” neither good nor bad. The food was good but the cheese inside my tortellini was cold so I didn’t enjoy it. The bread was mediocre and the olive oil served with it was tasteless. The service was terrific. The cannoli was excellent. I also enjoyed the spicy risotto balls served as an appetizer. The atmosphere was basic. I just didn’t find a need to return.
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PamelaH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We hadn't been back for about 13 years. Was worth going back. Fantastic. Good old fashion Italian family food.
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RobertH
Indiana
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2019
overall5food5service4ambience5
Every time my wife and I decide to have a date night downtown we choose Iaria’s. It’s great authentic Italian food, excellent atmosphere, and reasonable service. I personally always got the baked lasagna while my wife prefers the Ricotta stuffed tortellini in their creamy red sauce with two meatballs. I’m really glad we found this place and the fact that the business has been around close to 80 years speaks to the quality of experience you get at Iaria’s.
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Iaria's Italian Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (317) 638-7706.

Iaria's Italian Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 996 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Iaria's Italian Restaurant

317 S College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Additional information

Cross street
Fletcher Avenue
Neighborhood
Downtown Indy
Hours of operation
Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday: 11:00am - 1:30pm Dinner: Tuesday - Friday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm, Saturday: 4:30pm - 10:00pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Iaria's offers free parking and the lot is adjacent to the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.iariasrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(317) 638-7706
Catering
Iaria's will cater your event to meet your specific needs. We offer full service catering with all set up included to delivery of groups of just 15 people.
Private party facilities
Guests have limited options for private dining during our regular business hours. On Sundays or Mondays, the entire restaurant can be reserved. Please call us directly to get your specific needs met.
Private party contact
Matthew or Carla: (317) 638-7706

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What 996 people are saying

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