An east-side historic neighborhood built around a former Butler University campus, with a small main street of cafes and family-run kitchens.
Order A bowl of shoyu ramen and a Tantanmen to share, plus a tiki classic.
Shoyu Shop at Strange Bird in Irvington, Indianapolis pours deep shoyu broths and runs tantanmen, with a tiki cocktail program from the host bar.
Order A loaf of pumpernickel, a slice of Black Forest cake and a coffee.
Heidelberg Haus on Pendleton Pike in Indianapolis runs a German cafe, bakery and grocery for over 55 years. The rye for Indianapolis's German tables.
Black Acre Brewing in Irvington, Indianapolis runs a small east-side taproom and beer garden. A neighborhood brewery with Belgian and farmhouse leanings.
