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Iozzo's Garden of Italy, Indianapolis, IN

Iozzo's Garden of Italy

4.8
4.8
4332 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Originally established in 1930 Iozzo's Garden of Italy is the Newest Oldest Italian Restaurant in Indianapolis. The high quality menu features a mix of traditional Iozzo Family Italian fare along with a modern twist on Italian dishes.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (317) 974-1100
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • Executive chef
    Kathy Jones
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Indy
  • Cross street
    Ray Street
  • Parking details
    Free street parking is available on the East and West sides of Meridian Street.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,332 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Indiana

    Italian

  • Indianapolis

    Italian

4,332 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall2food5service5ambience1
    The only downside is the location and the area where it’s at, but other than that, everything was perfect.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time here, and the experience was fantastic! The staff were great, very friendly, helpful, and attentive. I think this is the best Italian food I've had in Indianapolis.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Wonderful time, we love sitting in the bar area. Food is always great! Our waitress Sarah was an absolute delight. We will be back.

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  4. JeffS

    Indiana

    100 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We love Iozzo's. Every one is friendly and professional. Katy and Phil are both make you feel very welcome.

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  5. BrianK

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food as always. Best Italian place in the city

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  6. DecaturJack

    Chicago

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing and the service from Jason was perfect.

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  7. TheScottsInIndy

    Indiana

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Always a great experience. New menu and the return of some great recipes. Our server was above and beyond.

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  8. EricC

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. Food was brought out quickly and both dishes were excellent (1 recommended by waiter). Good ambience. Not rushed to leave after finished. Will definitely return.

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  9. JohnP

    Naples

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    The food could have hotter. Not enough items in soup. All broth

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  10. Lisette

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    The food is fantastic! The service was great, just a slow to greet us in the beginning. Will definitely be back!

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  11. lindaw

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The osso buco was fabulous: very flavorful and fork tender.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing! Will definitely be coming back!

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  13. JessicaJ

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best italian food I've ever had. Staff was wonderful - from the hostess. to the bartenders. servers. everyone. Across the board, wonderful staff. Ordered a Bella Sol to drink, it was delicious. Bartender happily tweaked it to make it less sweet (removed simple syrup) and I loved it. Beautiful presentation. We ordered cheese garlic bread, had the regular garlic bread and oil, lasagna and cheese ravioli. The winners were the regular garlic bread and oil and the lasagna. The lasagna. Just order it. Everything else can wait. It was the best lasagna I've ever tasted, by a landslide. I don't even normally choose heavy italian dishes, but this was so delicious and head and shoulders above any other italian I've had - I recommend it over all else. The regular bread was phenomenal, oil was so so good with whatever seasoning heaven they add in there. Overall a 9.5/10. We would be regulars if it wasn't so far from us and if we ate rich pasta dishes often ;) It's a must - also, get the lasagna.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Phill, our waiter was wonderful. We celebrated a birthday & we’re gifted a dessert on the house! Will definitely be back!!

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  15. LimNJinda

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A perfect dining experience for a late fall evening. Everything was exceptional!!! Great Bloody Mary, Gem Salad to die for, tender and delicious pork osso buco, creamy mashed potatoes and perfectly matched dinner wine. Our server was cordial, knowledgeable and attentive without being overbearing. The dining room was packed with customers who were obviously having a GREAT TIME. Iozzo’s is one of our favorite downtown Indy spots.

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  16. AmyA

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Went there for a birthday lunch for 5. Had gnocchi, chicken piccata, eggplant Parmesan, chicken Alfredo, house salads and soup of the day (potato). Cannolis, spumoni ice cream and tiramisu cheesecake for dessert- every single bite was outstanding! The service was incredible. Iozzo’s has always been one of my favorites- 2 people in our party had never been there and can’t wait to come back! Only one MINOR complaint- espresso was tepid. I like it hot. Every dish was a star- birthday person loved her gnocchi and is bringing her family back. Great place!!!!

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were late to the reservation, but they were happy to still accommodate us. The service was outstanding. The food was excellent and the staff was very friendly because we were late. They accommodated us for our entire meal, and we ended up being the last to leave the restaurant. We felt bad, but they were so friendly and said no worries

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  18. chuckw

    Naples

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We started with their delicious meatballs. They are a must do. I ordered the Lasagna Bolognaise and it was off the charts. The Carbonara was hand made and had the right balance of cream / and spices. We had a great server and we can't wait to go back.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful server! Great food!

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  20. Jodes

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Arrived about 20 minutes early but were sat in just a few minutes. Service was prompt and friendly. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, the food was delish!

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  21. kbucher

    Cincinnati

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    It’s THE best Italian restaurant in the city! From the moment you arrive, you’re treated with class. The service never disappoints, and the food is amazing. If I’m looking for dinner in Indy, this is top of list.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a huge fan. Great food, great drinks, fabulous service and a wonderful family!

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  23. Opentablefriend

    Indiana

    361 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    361 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Try the gem salad! So amazing! Such a special lunch for my friends birthday! The chicken piccata is truly amazing! The smashed tomatoes are great to start. Friendly and kind staff- we felt like family- so welcoming!

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  24. AutumnR

    Indiana

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing every time we go! The food was delicious and our server kept us laughing and entertained!

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  25. DavidW

    Indiana

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    This is our favorite restaurant in town. We love the vibe and the owners and wait staff. Everyone was fun and attentive, as usual. Garden salad was excellent, as were other salads at our table. Three of us had the beef short rib ragu and while it was flavorful, as always, there was not as much sauce on it as usual and so it ended up being a bit dry. But still flavorful!

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  26. GaryE

    Indiana

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Never disappoints! Food's great, love the space. It's our go-to for Italian. Service was attentive and efficient, but the server brought an attitude. She kept making jokes that she thought were funny, but were not. Her first words to us were, "You're late!", as we sat down two minutes before our reservation time. Frustrated comedian, but excellent server.

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  27. JuliaE

    Denver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Iozzo's is my favorite restaurant. The food and service are always wonderful and we look forward to going there every time we celebrate something special.

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  28. Chris

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Food was average at best. Lasagna was a pile of mush. Flavor was decent but not your typical lasagna structure that was intended. The carbonara was pretty bland. The other dishes at our table were okay. The meatball appetizer was the best thing we had during our diner.

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  29. MurphyL

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service before Pacers game! I will be back.

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  30. SueT

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    I really like that the hostess notice that I had a purse and gave me a holder for it that hung off the table so that I would not have to put the purse on the floor. never had that service before. food was great and really good value for the freshness and quality of ingredients.

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  31. LeslieB

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Simply amazing! The food was top notch from the first bite of an appetizer through dessert. Everything was obviously homemade and fresh and just delicious. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for an outstanding meal and fun atmosphere.

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  32. PatriciaF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience! Will go back !! Meatballs were amazing !

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  33. BobB

    Indiana

    125 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    125 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of best places to get Italian food in Indianapolis. Extensive wine list accompanied by traditional favorites with housemade pastas make for a very enjoyable dining experience

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  34. Ferd

    Indiana

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great, professional service. Intimate setting, but comfortable.

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  35. ReaganE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service at Iozzo’s was awesome! I brought 7 high school students who have never been to a very nice restaurant here and the staff was so kind, funny, and helpful! It was a great experience!

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely wonderful. Service was immaculate and the lemonade was delectable!

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  37. markd

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The tradition of great food,great service and a great overall experience continues. We drive over 80 miles to get there because it's WELL WORTH IT.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    E. Tennessee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful. The staff was attentive and very kind.

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  39. JamieR

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love going to Iozzo's for date night. It's a wonderful ambiance and the food is delicious. The steak that comes with the Ricotta Gnocchi is the best I've ever had. You don't even need a knife to cut it. Perfection.

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  40. JohnnyO

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Me and my girlfriend had a fantastic dining experience at Iozzo's Garden, thanks in large part to our waiter, Jason. From the moment we sat down, he provided exceptional service. Jason was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu, making excellent recommendations. He ensured our orders were accurate and arrived promptly. Throughout the meal, he checked in on us without being intrusive, creating a comfortable and enjoyable dining atmosphere. Jason's professionalism and pleasant demeanor truly enhanced our evening at Iozzo's Garden. I would highly recommend him as a waiter, and I look forward to returning to the restaurant for another memorable meal with his service.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Iozzo's Garden of Italy offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (317) 974-1100.

Iozzo's Garden of Italy is rated 4.8 stars by 4332 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 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Iozzo's Garden of Italy

946 S. Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46225

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Ray Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Indy
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Free street parking is available on the East and West sides of Meridian Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Women
  • Executive chef
    Kathy Jones
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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