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

St. Elmo Steak House

4.7 (21286)
$31 to $50
Steak
127 S. Illinois, Indianapolis, IN 46225

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 212 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
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!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, Prime Rib
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (317) 635-0636
  • Website
    http://www.stelmos.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Karl Benko
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for considering St. Elmo Steak House for your event!
  • Private party contact
    Kirsten DeBoor: (317) 602-6944
  • Location
    127 S. Illinois, Indianapolis, IN 46225
  • 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

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Menu

St. Elmo Steak House's menu was last updated on 1/29/2025.

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What 21,286 people are saying

St. Elmo Steak House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Indiana

    Most Booked

  • Indianapolis

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
St. Elmo Steak House is an iconic Indianapolis dining destination, renowned for its "world famous shrimp cocktail" and "fantastic service." The rich, historic ambiance complements its perfectly prepared steaks and delectable dishes like lobster bisque. While experiences vary, many highlight the "exceptional service" and memorable special occasions.
21,286 Reviews

  1. Craig

    Las Vegas11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great and service was even better. A must do restaurant in Indy

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  2. Greg VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Love the Shrimp cocktail The bar was Great

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  3. Janet

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice atmosphere depending on room. Service was excellent. Wine list is extensive. Food was average.

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  4. Gerri

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and beverages, as always, did not disappoint. What truly elevated the evening was the exceptional service. The waitstaff struck the perfect balance between professionalism and personality. Their friendly banter and warm conversation made the experience not only refined but genuinely fun. We felt welcomed and at ease throughout the entire meal. A special shoutout goes to Phillip, who was an absolute standout. His attentiveness, charm, and expert recommendations made our night unforgettable. Phillip is a five-star talent, and we’ll be requesting him on our next visit! Highly recommended for anyone seeking a memorable and thoroughly enjoyable fine dining experience.

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  5. Michele

    Charlotte32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All I can say is GO!! The best Indianapolis has to offer!! Love St Elmo’s!!!!

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  6. Karla

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida1 review

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The baked potato came out cold and the steak that was be be grilled to medium came out rare and cold. The baked potato was replaced as soon as the server was made aware of it but the server never came back to the table to inquire about the steaks. A lot of money for what you receive but very pricing is similar to all steakhouses.
    St. Elmo Steak HouseResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback Karla. 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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  7. Reyn VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area79 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing. A must-try, iconic, historic venue if you’re in Indianapolis. The shrimp cocktail is out of this world. We also split a Caesar salad which was a perfect portion for 2. Our aged steaks were perfectly cooked and seasoned. For a rich dessert—try the Butter Bourbon Caramel Cake with a scoop of Vanilla Bean ice cream.

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  8. Clay

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You don’t become an ICON on accident! St Elmo reaffirmed their place as one of the truly exception independent restaurants in Indiana. The service was impeccable. It speaks volumes that so much of the staff has been there for decades. The food was exactly what you expect of a great steakhouse: perfect temp on the steaks, incredible sides, and served timely. The wine list is second to none.

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  9. Karen

    Cincinnati / Dayton1 review

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Most of the food was good. The King Crab Mac N Cheese was very fishy and I would never order that again, and hardly any crab meat for 36 dollars. We left over half of it uneaten. The server was excellent

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  10. MARIO

    Indiana8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was the best experience like always. And our waiter was superb.

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FAQs

St. Elmo Steak House is rated 4.7 stars by 21286 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 212 times today
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127 S. Illinois, Indianapolis, IN 46225

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Georgia
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown Indy
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
    Karl Benko
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.stelmos.com/
  • Phone number
    (317) 635-0636
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for considering St. Elmo Steak House for your event!
  • Private party contact
    Kirsten DeBoor: (317) 602-6944

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