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St. Elmo Steak House Established in 1902 - St. Elmo Steak House, Indianapolis, IN

St. Elmo Steak House

4.8
4.8
19426 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak
St. Elmo Steak House has been a landmark in downtown Indianapolis since 1902. It is one of the oldest Indiana restaurants in its original location & has earned a national reputation for its excellent steaks, seafood, chops & professional service. Try our famous St. Elmo Shrimp Cocktail followed by a dry-aged USDA Prime Steak. We happily accommodate special requests; please call the restaurant directly. All reservations will be held for 15 minutes. Indy's best steakhouse!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 172 times today
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, Prime Rib
  • Hours of operation
    Monday thru Friday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm Saturday: 3pm - 11:00pm Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm Open for Private Luncheons for Groups of 20 or More with 72 Hour Notice.
  • Phone number
    (317) 635-0636
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jeremy Holmes
  • Private party facilities
    St. Elmo's offers 5 rooms from which to choose. Limited menus available. Please see website for details or e-mail us.
  • Private party contact
    Kirsten DeWitte: (317) 602-6786
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Indy
  • Cross street
    Georgia
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available & ample parking also available on the street or in the garage across the street from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 19,426 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
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Indiana

    Steak

  • Indiana

    Most Booked

  • Indianapolis

    Steak

  • Indianapolis

    Most Booked

19,426 Reviews
  1. ScottC

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife’s first visit, and the food and services were great.

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  2. KaylaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We did a date night here and it was the best choice we could have made. Our Waiter, Mark, was so personable and great. He made great recommendations for food and for our stay in Indy. Our food and drinks were absolutely incredible. We absolutely will make the 2 hour drive back!

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  3. BrianL

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall2food5service2ambience1
    I paid $200 for me and the wife and couldn't get out fast enough. I was freezing cold in the back room. Food was good. Our service was OK not what I expected from this tier of a restaurant. Why is the stupid shrimp the only appetizer some people don't like or are allergic to seafood.

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  4. JKnighton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A classic old time steak house where the steak you eat is completely unreal! I had the ribeye which exquisite marbling made it melt in my mouth. Perfectly cooked and truly a culinary experience. Don't miss this vintage steakhouse on your next visit to downtown Indianapolis. Will definitely be back. :)

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  5. Dave

    Nashville

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food1service4ambience4
    St Elmo’s is not what it used to be. Service was good but a miss on almost all things food. 1. Both steaks came out nearly two temps under. I ordered a medium rare+ dry aged rib eye and it came out cold and red in the middle. I asked for it to be corrected and then it came back charred and cool red center. I didn’t give a third try. 2. Both Martinis came with blue cheese olives when I asked for no olives. 3. Cappuccino came out lukewarm 4. Crème brûlée had a thin and not crisp brûlée top. 5. The usually eye watering cocktail sauce for the shrimp cocktail is now mild to medium in spice.

    St. Elmo Steak HouseResponded 2 days ago

    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback Dave. We would like to extend our apologies for your disappointing experience. Please check your inbox as I have sent you a private message to discuss in detail the issue noted above. Thank you.

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  6. Gator1086

    Greater Boston

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An incredible Dining Experience. Everything from start to finish was 5 stars. Jodi our server was so awesome and helpful. Atmosphere is very energetic! Steaks were perfect. Very good pours on the drinks. Shrimp Cocktail was the Best Ever!

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  7. steveS

    Central Coast

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food good service and a big bill! But worth it.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Richard was great, we celebrated second anniversary and he was so accommodating. We also got a free dessert! Loved it!

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  9. AbeFroman

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Rating value is funny, it was really expensive, but very worth it.

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  10. anonymous

    Columbus

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service, great wine, fantastic steak. Shrimp cocktail was as legendary as ever! Highly recommend!!! The only thing that wasn’t excellent was dessert. Double chocolate mousse pie wasn’t terribly chocolatey or mousse-y. It was more like the inside of a truffle, with a high ratio of cream, which is good but lacked the outside of the truffle to give it that deep chocolate taste.

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  11. Sharon

    Indiana

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Always top notch service! Steaks were perfect as was the shrimp cocktail (though the sauce definitely wasn't as kicked up as usual - still very good).

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  12. GeneJ

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been coming to Indy for many years but first visit to St Elmo. Won't be the last. Staff recognized our anniversary. Mark our waiter was great! Filet and stuffed shrimp was fantastic. Price was reasonable. Thanks for a very memorable anniversary. Great time, we'll be back.

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  13. MarquisB

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Honestly the food was decent but it wasn’t like a Ruth Chris or Anthony’s Chophouse. I wouldn’t recommend this place but if anybody ever asked if they should eat here I wouldn’t tell them no.

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  14. RobertE

    Toledo

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We come to Indi 2 or 3 times a year and St Elmo’s is always on the to do list. Tonight reminded me of why. The food was typical incredible. You will never have a better steak anywhere and if you aren’t getting the world famous shrimp cocktail you better have a shellfish allergy. As far as shell fish allergies Elmo’s goes above and beyond to ensure no cross contamination. As the food was typically outstanding I need to say something about the staff. After COVID it’s seems a lot of places have slipped in the service area but not Elmo’s. The staff is second to none and we simply had a great evening. I can’t wait to go back.

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  15. Danielle

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A classic in Indianapolis and our server Sarah is one of the best around!

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  16. ScottH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    The Food was great. What took everything to the next level was the service. The service is what made our night a 5 Star Expierence.

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  17. Reggie

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The atmosphere was very good. A lot of history and in this restaurant. Very good service and the atmosphere was very festive. The steak was good and I enjoyed my experience!

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  18. JohnS

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall3food4service4ambience4
    Food was good, however took close to an hour to get our entre Had to ask for bread

    St. Elmo Steak HouseResponded 3 days ago

    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback John. We would like to extend our apologies for your disappointing experience. Please check your inbox as I have sent you a private message to discuss in detail the issue noted above. Thank you.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our first time at St Elmo. We ate dinner downstairs in a semi private room. It is a beautiful restaurant with an interesting history. Our server, Glenn, was outstanding!

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  20. MichaelC

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great steak in wonderful atmosphere with very pleasant and professional waitress

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  21. RICHARDH

    Indiana

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always GREAT at St. Elmo's, the service is good and the service is GREAT !!

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  22. ErinL

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tommy, our waiter, was wonderful. He was thorough and attentive. We had a great dining experience, and the service was excellent. St. Elmo never disappoints!

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great evening with a great meal. Service was excellent

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  24. GregG

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    St. Elmo's is always consistent excellent quality and service! Food is absolutely fabulous!!

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    overall5food5service1ambience5
    Best steak in Indy! Great ambiance to pair with it.

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  26. MarshaR

    Indiana

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    St. Elmo’s is our favorite place. Do you know the cost? We only make it there one time a year on our anniversary. Their crew made it really nice by giving us an anniversary card and treating us beautifully as always Kyle as our server with six years of experience there, and he was very accommodating. We really appreciated the complimentary cream brulé as recognition of our special day. I do miss the dark pumpernickel rolls from years past, but that’s just me! Thank you for being Indy’s too steak house! I’ve been a patron for 47 years!

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous Indy institution. Great food, service, & ambiance.

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  28. DonaldC

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Great steak, get the shrimp cocktail it is unique. Pass on dessert.

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  29. Yadi

    Richmond

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best steakhouses! Everything we ordered was amazing. Great waiter!

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  30. Jamey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Andy was an amazing waiter! He read every note and made this birthday celebration and first time visit for my boyfriend an experience to remember. The prime rib was the best I’ve ever had.

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  31. Firemanger91

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The Duck was awesome, very knowledgeable and helpful while making suggestions. The staff was very nice and very outgoing. I’d highly recommend St. Elmo Steakhouse. There’s no wonder why they have been in business so long!!

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  32. Bobby

    San Francisco

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant deserves all the raves it gets. Everything outstanding from the food to the drinks to the service.

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  33. Jackj

    Tallahassee

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's not the perfectly prepared steak nor their world-famous shrimp sauce or the setting that sets St. Elmo apart. It’s the staff that pushes them over the top. All are excellent, from the maître d’ to the attendants filling your water glass. The waiters are professional, knowledgeable, courteous and incredibly personable. If you’ve never been to St. Elmo, you’re cheating yourself from one of life’s little pleasures.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our meal was excellent. The shrimp cocktail is amazing. I would recommend getting the cocktail sauce on the side. They also have mild cocktail sauce. Bread pudding is fantastic. It is enough to share.

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  35. DavidH

    Cincinnati

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    The food was excellent but the level of ambient noise was so much we had to speak very loud to have a conversation. We have been to St. Elmo’s several times over the last 10 years and the noise from being packed in made for a challenging dining experience we did not enjoy.

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  36. ToddG

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    There was nothing special about st. Elmo’s. I’ve been to other high end steakhouses that had better elements. Nothing was bad, but nothing was spectacular. I don’t know if I just expected to much due to all the hype I’d heard over the years. Glad I went but most likely won’t be back.

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  37. MarkP

    Louisville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    It was fantastic as always !! Service & food is great !

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  38. MarkM

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great evening just a little loud could not hear guest talk.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Alabama

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience3
    Took 4 hours to wait on a table of 12. Do not mind NOT BEING RUSHED when dining, but this was a debacle. Drink orders took over 30 minutes. Apps, soups, salad came out fine. Bottles of wine ordered NEVER arrived & when inquired was answered “oh we are out of that one” NEVER came back to ask, do u want to make another selection? After soup & salad, took an hour for COLD entrees to come out. Steaks were WELL done instead of medium rare. Philip, the waiter, was more interested in trying to be a comedian instead of WAITING on our table. We’ll NEVER go back, sad because we have always enjoyed going there when visiting Indy.

    St. Elmo Steak HouseResponded 2 days ago

    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We would like to extend our apologies for your disappointing experience. Please check your inbox as I have sent you a private message to discuss in detail the issue noted above. Thank you.

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  40. MattW

    Charlotte

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic, historic steakhouse. Delicious food, terrific ambience, great service. A staple of Indianapolis.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

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St. Elmo Steak House is rated 4.8 stars by 19426 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 172 times today
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127 S. Illinois, Indianapolis, IN 46225

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Georgia
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Indy
  • Hours of operation
    Monday thru Friday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm Saturday: 3pm - 11:00pm Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm Open for Private Luncheons for Groups of 20 or More with 72 Hour Notice.
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, Prime Rib
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available & ample parking also available on the street or in the garage across the street from the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jeremy Holmes
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (317) 635-0636
  • Private party facilities
    St. Elmo's offers 5 rooms from which to choose. Limited menus available. Please see website for details or e-mail us.
  • Private party contact
    Kirsten DeWitte: (317) 602-6786
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