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Ambrosia, Indianapolis, IN

Ambrosia

4.8
4.8
1104 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Ambrosia was founded on the principle that the best food - and the best times of our lives - begin with love. In the Pizzi family kitchen in Liguria, Italy, the dinner table was a treasured space for family and friends. Since 1979, the Pizzi family, which now includes Gino's daughters Manuela, Anna, and Francesca, has been bringing that same love and commitment to the Ambrosia kitchen. Regular patrons and staff are all part of the family, and first-time visitors are welcomed like old friends.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (317) 255-3096
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Our special event room holds up to 50 guests, and we offer a variety of menus to meet your budget while exceeding your expectations. We have AV capabilities, a dedicated event staff, and every amenity for an unforgettable experience! Please call our special events manager, Mindy Warner, at 317-376-9434 to assist you.
  • Neighborhood
    Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler
  • Cross street
    Intersection of College Ave. & Kessler Blvd.
  • Parking details
    Ambrosia has a private parking lot behind the restaurant. Over flow parking for Ambrosia is available in the bank parking lot next door.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,104 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

1,104 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A 9oz pour of wine was $19 which I think is overpriced

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  2. BrandiF

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything from the food to the service was superb!! Will be back again for sure!

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  3. Ricoop

    Indiana

    176 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    176 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We had not eaten at Ambrosia for at least a year or more and thought we should go back. We were supposed to sit on the porch but due to the heat chose to sit inside. The host and hostess were very accommodating and we were able to move indoors. Thank you. The food and the wine selection were very good and our server, Bethany, did a great job. We'll be back sooner rather than later.

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  4. oneyedog

    Indiana

    80 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    80 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience1
    I want to start by saying Ambrosia has been a favorite and one of the first choices for special occasions for SINCE THEY OPENED. I prefer to patronize local establishments over chains. Their food is consistently good. I tried (and failed) to contact the owner before writing this review because I didn’t want to write a bad review about one of my favorite places. My dinner companion & I had looked forward to a nice dinner on a Saturday night. We were seated at a corner two top next to a party of 5. We were surprised when the restaurant manager chose to LOUDLY schmooze the party of 5 (perhaps personal friends?) for the entire time it took for us to eat our main course. We were uncomfortable saying anything, but chose to do so because he was so loud we couldn’t hear to have a conversation w each other and he had his big flat butt practically on our table. The restaurant is not typically quiet and has a “lively” atmosphere, especially on a Saturday night, but this was over the top. He initially apologized and told us he’d take care of us. When we got our bill, he had obviously forgotten or changed his mind. When we asked him why he’d told us he would take care of us and didn’t, he actually got angry, was insulting, and tried to gaslight and blame us for his own unprofessional behavior. He told us he had already called the owner (who he said was in Florida) and that the owner “had (his) back”. He tried to tell us he was just doing his job. However, we didn’t see him schmoozing any other tables while we were there and by that point we were definitely paying attention. Service recovery is not difficult, but apparently he was not concerned about keeping loyal customers coming back or is unaware that there are two other excellent, popular Italian restaurants just up the street. We were genuinely shocked to be treated this way and I honestly cannot remember a time I have ever been treated so poorly at ANY restaurant.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent place for an Anniversary dinner! Great food. Great waitress.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We didn't have to wait for our table. Our server was very attentive, checked on us often. My wife's caesar salad didn't have any cheese in it when first brought out; our server brought parmesan cheese after we asked. My wife's poached salmon was delicious; my stuffed chicken breast was also tasty. We definitely appreciated the "celebratory" (free) cheesecake given in honor of our anniversary. We like supporting locally-owned businesses; we will definitely come back for other meals.

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  7. faithnkc

    Indiana

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another great meal at ambrosia. Don't miss the lemon pasta dish or the chicken marsala. But everything there is fantastic

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  8. Marielle

    London

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We very much enjoyed our meals at Ambrosia on a busy Saturday night, when service moved smoothly and the food was great. I particularly liked the spaghetti al limone with shrimp, which was new for me, as well as my limoncello spritzer. The tomatoes in the burrata caprese couldn't hold a candle to the heirlooms now available in the farmers market, but there was nothing wrong with them, just bland.

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  9. TripswithTera

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great place, it’s been here forever, not sure how we have missed it. Our dishes were good and so was the service.

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  10. WayneM

    Indiana

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Dave, the best waiter in Indy! Food is always incredible, Momma's Ravioli, Lasagna, wedding soup and the Tiramisu is just the best way to cap it all off!

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  11. DLrestaurant

    Indiana

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Food good for some and not for others in our party of 4. Made reservation and asked for a wonderful table to celebrate 3 of our party’s birthday dinner. Our table couldn’t have been worse. Other much nicer tables were available. We were in a back room echo chamber which actually the server confirmed was echoey. Thanks. Not likely to return.

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  12. dnpindy

    Indiana

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always good, usually outstanding. While temporary, the partial closure of College Ave. makes dining outdoors quieter than usual, which is nice.

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  13. EmilyM

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Everything we ate was incredible! Would highly recommend to anyone!

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  14. TomS

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I been going to Ambrosia for over 25 years and it never disappoints! Gino Pizzi now has his daughter and son in law continuing to operate this legacy restaurant in high standards. The food is always outstanding and presented impeccably. Now to the service and our server, Dave Butts is excellent and well verse in all aspects of the food preparation and knowledgeable of their wine.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always fantastic…..never disappoints!!!!!!Anna would be proud!

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  16. Enjoyfood

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was lovely. We were sitting outside, our hostess was on point, kind and responsive. The food was perfect and delicious. The candle for my companion's birthday cake made for a nice surprise.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first time here and we will definitely be back. The food was amazing and service exceptional.

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  18. HalHolb3

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience5
    The food did taste good however there was little food for the price, I walked out hungry and felt I overpaid. Our waitress was so nice and the vide was great just think the prices were a bit much

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  19. curtisc

    Indiana

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was just an excellent experience. Ambrosia is a top-notch restaurant with a very attentive service staff.  kids loved it too

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never disappoints! Birthday celebration with perfect seating, amazing food and service!!!!

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Never disappointed at Ambrosia. Highly recommend!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    Yum nummy get the calamari, the drinks were a bit pricey, but the entrees were good and flavorful

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  23. Mary

    Indiana

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is my favorite Italian restaurant in Greater Indianapolis. I try other places but always come back for good authentic Italian food. Their red cream sauce is delicious and you can order it mild, medium or hot. I had the Linguini con Gamberi (linguini and shrimp) and was cooked to perfection.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ambrosia is one of our favorite restaurants in the city. Owner Dan and Mgr Kelley do a great job of making guests feel at home, while offering great service and amazing food and drinks. Our server Bethany was great, so kind and attentive, yet allowing us to enjoy our birthday celebration leisurely and not rushing us. We will be back…again and again!

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  25. PaulK

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food, wine and service were terrific. My Negroni was a little too sweet and not as boozy as a negoni should be.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and kids went to dinner for Father’s Day. We sat outside and enjoyed the weather, ambience, service, and the food was amazing!

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  27. LelaT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The customer service is the very best!!! Even though we’re not local, we are always made to feel as though we are. The food is outstanding and the cocktails are excellent. Definitely our favorite go-to restaurant when we’re in Broad Ripple. Love it!!!

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  28. LynnR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was wonderful. She was attentive, polite and accurate. The food was excellent.

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  29. SusanC

    Indiana

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on June 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner was fabulous! Great service. Always a favorite place.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    A Heavenly Experience at Ambrosia Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5) I recently had the pleasure of dining at Ambrosia Restaurant, and it was truly a divine culinary experience. From the moment I stepped through the door, I was captivated by the elegant and inviting atmosphere. The restaurant's warm and tasteful decor created a soothing ambiance that perfectly complemented the exquisite dining experience to come. Perfect service by Kate and the cheesecake is the greatest.

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  31. theMiles

    Indiana

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My date and I had a cozy table. It was great experience. The food was amazing and or server Carlos was great! We will definitely be back.

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  32. JaneM

    Indiana

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were great. Loved the pomodoro bruschetta.

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  33. JohnU

    Indiana

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our servers, Sarah and Bethany provided outstanding service. The gnocchi special and Carbonara were delicious. The cocktails were tasty. The Oddero Barbera was an excellent value. Will return soon.

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  34. BethL

    Indiana

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous… great service… loved the round table for visiting with friends

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  35. AlexD

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience for fiancée birthday. Fettuccine Alfredo was delicately creamy with a broad robust flavor profile. Chicken was cooked to perfection. Tortellini Anna Panna cream sauce was a great pairing with the pancetta. Great service as always!

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  36. happydiner

    Indiana

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The monkfish was perfectly prepared, delicious! Rarely see this on menus in Indianapolis. Service was excellent. We sat on the patio, very comfortable.

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  37. MelissaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    first time. We ate inside, wonderful background music, friendly staff, outstanding food!

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  38. PamK

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best Italian meal I have had in a long time! Pasta and seafood were excellent.

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  39. JENNIFERW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Being new to Indy, I’m always in search of good restaurants. I ordered the salmon on the recommendation of the waitress, it was delicious!! Highly recommend!!

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  40. WayneM

    Indiana

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

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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
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Ambrosia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (317) 255-3096.

Ambrosia is rated 4.8 stars by 1104 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Ambrosia

5901 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Intersection of College Ave. & Kessler Blvd.
  • Neighborhood
    Broad Ripple / Meridian - Kessler
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ambrosia has a private parking lot behind the restaurant. Over flow parking for Ambrosia is available in the bank parking lot next door.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (317) 255-3096
  • Private party facilities
    Our special event room holds up to 50 guests, and we offer a variety of menus to meet your budget while exceeding your expectations. We have AV capabilities, a dedicated event staff, and every amenity for an unforgettable experience! Please call our special events manager, Mindy Warner, at 317-376-9434 to assist you.
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