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BRAZIL

5 restaurants

Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse

Upscale churrascaria at Keystone at the Crossing with premium cuts carved tableside.

8487 Union Chapel Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46240

Fogo de Chao

Downtown churrascaria featuring continuous tableside carving of picanha, ribeye, and lamb.

117 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Gaucho's Fire Express

Husband-and-wife Brazilian street food stall serving steak sandwiches and chimichurri fries.

906 Carrollton Ave (The Garage), Indianapolis, IN 46202

Sal & Pimenta

South American-inspired Brazilian-style kebabs and seasoned fries inside The Garage.

906 Carrollton Ave (The Garage), Indianapolis, IN 46202

Fernando's Mexican & Brazilian Cuisine

Broad Ripple spot fusing Mexican and Brazilian flavors under one roof.

834 E 64th St, Indianapolis, IN 46220
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CHINA

3 restaurants

Asian Snack (Saraga Market)

Hidden gem inside Saraga serving authentic Northern Chinese beef pancakes and Sichuan noodle soup.

3605 Commercial Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46222

Imperial Palace

Long-standing favorite for authentic Chinese with a large and reliable menu.

5510 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Chang Fu Restaurant

Known for bold Szechuan-style dishes and a go-to for heat-seekers.

Indianapolis, IN
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COLOMBIA

2 restaurants

Mr Patakon

Artisanal patacones, arepas, empanadas, and mazorcadas with a genuine taste of Colombia.

7415 US 31, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Tu Casa Latin Food

Colombian, Dominican, and Puerto Rican food made from homemade family recipes.

2989 W 71st St, Indianapolis, IN 46268
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CUBA

3 restaurants

Havana Cafe

Widely considered the most authentic Cuban food in Indianapolis.

3839 Moller Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Taste of Havana

Cuban sandwich specialist on the Broad Ripple strip.

815 Broad Ripple Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Palavana Cubano

Cuban-inspired concept inside The Garage food hall featuring slow-cooked pork Cubanos.

906 Carrollton Ave (The Garage), Indianapolis, IN 46202
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DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

2 restaurants

Tu Casa Latin Food

Family-run kitchen offering Dominican classics alongside Colombian and Puerto Rican staples.

2989 W 71st St, Indianapolis, IN 46268

El Rinconcito de Annita

Cozy neighborhood spot specializing in traditional Dominican home cooking.

2989 Westlane Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46268
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EL SALVADOR

3 restaurants

Pupuseria Casa Maria

Beloved pupuseria serving handmade pupusas with authentic Salvadoran curtido and salsa.

7363 N Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46268

La Guanaquita

Authentic Salvadoran kitchen with hearty tamales, yuca frita, and fresh horchata.

5435 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN

Pupuseria Centro America

East-side favorite for Central American comfort food and thick handmade pupusas.

8939 E 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46226
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ERITREA

2 restaurants

Lete's Injera and Cafe

Family-owned Eritrean cafe known for spongy injera and flavorful stews.

2927 W 10th St, Indianapolis, IN 46222

Red Sea Bar and Restaurant

Eritrean and Ethiopian dishes served with traditional injera in a welcoming setting.

1221 S High School Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46241
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ETHIOPIA

3 restaurants

Axum Ethiopian Restaurant

Downtown Ethiopian dining with communal platters of injera, tibs, and kitfo.

825 N Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Abyssinia Ethiopian Restaurant

Rich, slow-simmered wots and freshly made injera in a traditional atmosphere.

5352 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Major Restaurant

Neighborhood Ethiopian eatery offering generous portions of classic stews and lentil dishes.

1150 S Mickley Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46241
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FRANCE

3 restaurants

Petite Chou Bistro & Champagne Bar

Charming Broad Ripple bistro with French classics, charcuterie, and an extensive champagne list.

823 Westfield Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Josephine

Upscale French-inspired dining in the heart of Carmel Arts & Design District.

110 W Main St, Carmel, IN 46032

Ble French Bistro

Quaint French bistro bringing authentic crepes, quiches, and pastries to Noblesville.

Noblesville, IN
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GERMANY

3 restaurants

The Rathskeller

Historic German restaurant and biergarten housed in the Athenaeum since 1894.

401 E Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Edelweiss Restaurant

South-side institution serving schnitzel, sauerbraten, and house-made spaetzle for decades.

8602 S Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46217

Heidelberg Haus

German cafe and market with fresh-baked strudel, bratwurst, and imported European goods.

7625 Pendleton Pike, Indianapolis, IN 46226
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GREECE

3 restaurants

Athens on 86th

North-side staple for gyros, moussaka, and flaming saganaki served with warm pita.

2284 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260

Peto's Greek Restaurant

Family-owned Greek taverna in downtown Carmel with lamb chops and homemade baklava.

15 W Main St, Carmel, IN 46032

Great Greek Mediterranean Grill

Fast-casual Mediterranean grill with fresh kabobs, falafel, and Greek salads.

1352 S Rangeline Rd, Carmel, IN 46032
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GUATEMALA

3 restaurants

Restaurante Guatemalteco

Authentic Guatemalan kitchen serving pepian, tamales, and carne guisada.

3709 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46201

Tienda y Panaderia Guatemalteca

Guatemalan bakery and market with fresh pan dulce, empanadas, and traditional breads.

3709 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46201

Guatemalan Bakery La Bendicion

Beloved bakery offering Guatemalan pastries, tres leches cake, and warm atol de elote.

7027 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46268
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HAITI

2 restaurants

Bon Appetit Haitian Restaurant

Hearty Haitian comfort food featuring griot, diri ak djon djon, and legim.

4730 Century Plaza Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Kay Chouby Haitian Restaurant

Home-style Haitian cooking with rich stews, fried plantains, and pikliz on the side.

3947 N High School Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254
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HONDURAS

4 restaurants

La Ceiba

West-side Honduran restaurant with baleadas, tajadas, and slow-cooked carne asada.

21 Beachway Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46224

Honduras Express

Quick-service Honduran kitchen dishing out fresh baleadas and sopa de res.

5439 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46241

El Catrachito

Authentic Honduran spot known for generous platters of pollo con tajadas.

5510 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Sabor Progreseno

Honduran eatery bringing the coastal flavors of La Ceiba and Progreso to Indy.

4040 N High School Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254
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INDIA

4 restaurants

Shalimar Indian Restaurant

Broad Ripple favorite for aromatic curries, tandoori dishes, and weekend lunch buffet.

1043 Broad Ripple Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Chapati

Indo-Pak kitchen on Lafayette Road serving biryanis, karahi, and freshly baked naan.

4930 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Fresh Indian Grill

Fast-casual Indian grill in Carmel with build-your-own bowls and wraps.

1420 W Main St, Carmel, IN 46032

Amber Indian Restaurant

Refined North Indian cuisine with a popular lunch buffet on Meridian Street.

12510 N Meridian St, Carmel, IN 46032
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ITALY

3 restaurants

Sangiovese Ristorante

Refined Italian dining in the Herron-Morton neighborhood with house-made pasta and regional wines.

1125 E Brookside Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Convivio Italian Artisan Cuisine

Artisan Italian kitchen in Carmel crafting seasonal dishes with locally sourced ingredients.

Carmel, IN

Capri Italian Restaurant

Old-school Italian-American favorite near Broad Ripple known for generous portions.

2602 Ruth Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46240
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JAMAICA

4 restaurants

Yaso Jamaican Grill

Fountain Square Jamaican grill with jerk chicken, oxtail, and festival dumplings.

1501 Prospect St, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Jamaican Breeze

Midtown spot for curry goat, ackee and saltfish, and refreshing sorrel drinks.

4189 N Keystone Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Jamaican Style Jerk

Northwest-side jerk specialist with smoky chicken and pork straight off the grill.

7023 N Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46268

Da Blue Lagoon

Lawrence-area Jamaican kitchen serving hearty brown stew chicken and rice and peas.

11705 Pendleton Pike, Lawrence, IN
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JAPAN

3 restaurants

Kyuramen x TBaar

Mass Ave ramen bar with rich tonkotsu broth and bubble tea under one roof.

530 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Kotoyama Ramen & Sushi

Multi-location ramen and sushi spot known for flavorful broths and fresh nigiri.

Noblesville / Carmel / Zionsville, IN

JINYA Ramen Bar

National ramen chain with slow-simmered broths and customizable bowls in Fishers.

Fishers, IN
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LEBANON

2 restaurants

Sahara Restaurant

Broad Ripple institution for Lebanese mezze, shawarma, and falafel since the 1980s.

832 Broad Ripple Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Al Basha

Fishers Lebanese eatery with charcoal-grilled kabobs and creamy hummus.

11321 Village Sq Ln, Fishers, IN 46038
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MEXICO

4 restaurants

La Parada

East-side taqueria with al pastor on the trompo, birria tacos, and fresh aguas frescas.

1642 E New York St, Indianapolis, IN 46201

Don Juan Taqueria

No-frills south-side taqueria beloved for street-style tacos and tortas.

3915 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Verde Flavors of Mexico

Upscale Mexican dining with mole, ceviche, and an impressive tequila selection.

2727 E 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46240

Lindo Mexico II

Greenwood favorite for sizzling fajitas, enchiladas suizas, and weekend menudo.

997 E County Line Rd, Greenwood, IN 46143
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MOROCCO

1 restaurant

Marrakesh Moroccan Cuisine

Intimate Moroccan dining with tagines, couscous, and traditional mint tea.

4923 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46205
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MYANMAR

3 restaurants

Kaung Kaung Burmese Restaurant

South-side Burmese kitchen with mohinga, tea leaf salad, and coconut chicken noodles.

7040 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Mi Mi Asian Store & Restaurant

Burmese and Southeast Asian grocery with a hot food counter for authentic dishes.

8055 Madison Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Chin Brothers Restaurant

Chin-Burmese comfort food with rich curries and hand-pulled noodle soups.

2318 E Stop 11 Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46227
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NEPAL

2 restaurants

Yak & Yeti Himalayan Restaurant

Fishers gem for Himalayan momos, thali platters, and Nepali-style curries.

11561 Geist Pavilion Dr, Fishers, IN 46037

Everest Momo House

Cozy Nepali eatery specializing in handmade steamed and fried momos with spicy achar.

3816 N High School Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254
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NIGERIA

3 restaurants

Eko African Restaurant

West African kitchen with jollof rice, egusi soup, and pepper soup served with pounded yam.

5162 W Pike Plaza Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Mega Suya Bar & Grill

Nigerian grill famous for smoky suya skewers and spicy pepper-crusted meats.

3081 N High School Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46224

The Jollof Buka

Casual Nigerian spot where jollof rice takes center stage alongside fried plantains.

2501 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46222
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PAKISTAN

2 restaurants

Chapati

Indo-Pak staple on Lafayette Road with sizzling karahi, biryani, and tandoori specialties.

4930 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Chapati Beta

Modern offshoot of Chapati inside Bottleworks District with Pakistani street food flair.

850 Massachusetts Ave (Bottleworks), Indianapolis, IN 46204
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PERU

2 restaurants

Machu Picchu Peruvian Restaurant

Peruvian staple with lomo saltado, ceviche, and aji de gallina in generous portions.

5356 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Pisco Mar

Peruvian seafood-forward restaurant with tiraditos, jalea, and pisco sour cocktails.

9546 Allisonville Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46250
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PHILIPPINES

2 restaurants

Yollie's Filipino Kitchen

South-side Filipino kitchen serving adobo, lumpia, and pancit with homemade flavor.

4141 S East St, Indianapolis, IN 46227

Salo Salo

Filipino eatery offering communal-style dining with sisig, kare-kare, and halo-halo.

4141 S East St, Indianapolis, IN 46227
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POLAND

2 restaurants

Gosia's Rustic Kitchen

Charming Sheridan cafe with handmade pierogi, Polish sausage, and old-world pastries.

308 S Main St, Sheridan, IN

Pierogi Love

Roaming food truck crafting creative pierogi with both classic and modern fillings.

Food Truck, Indianapolis, IN
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PUERTO RICO

2 restaurants

El Coqui Puertoriqueno

Authentic Puerto Rican kitchen with mofongo, pernil, and tostones done right.

407 S Warman Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46222

Tu Casa Latin Food

Multi-Caribbean menu featuring Puerto Rican arroz con gandules and pasteles.

2989 W 71st St, Indianapolis, IN 46268
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SOMALIA

3 restaurants

Anab's Kitchen

Somali kitchen serving fragrant rice dishes, sambusas, and tender goat suqaar.

4873 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Barako Restaurant

West-side Somali restaurant with flavorful stews, chapati, and sweet Somali tea.

6447 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46241

Somali Restaurant and Store

Neighborhood Somali spot combining a grocery market with freshly prepared traditional meals.

1134 S Mickley Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46241
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SOUTH KOREA

3 restaurants

HAN Korean BBQ

Tabletop Korean BBQ with premium bulgogi, galbi, and banchan spreads.

6342 E 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46250

Gangnam Korean Steakhouse

All-you-can-eat Korean BBQ with a wide selection of marinated meats and stews.

3851 Vincennes Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46268

bb.q Chicken

Korean fried chicken chain in Carmel with crispy, double-fried wings and signature sauces.

12505 Old Meridian St, Carmel, IN 46032
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THAILAND

3 restaurants

Thai Villa Cuisine

Fishers Thai restaurant with aromatic curries, pad see ew, and mango sticky rice.

Fishers, IN

Pad Thai Restaurant

Carmel favorite for classic pad Thai, green curry, and crispy spring rolls.

Carmel, IN

Thai Indy

Northern Carmel Thai spot with spicy basil stir-fry, tom kha gai, and Thai iced tea.

12525 Old Meridian St, Carmel, IN 46032
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TURKEY

1 restaurant

Bosphorus Istanbul Cafe

Cozy Turkish cafe near Fletcher Place with doner kebab, pide, and strong Turkish coffee.

935 S East St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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VENEZUELA

3 restaurants

Sabor Venezolano

Venezuelan kitchen on Lafayette Road with stuffed arepas, cachapas, and tequeรฑos.

4930 Lafayette Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Caracas Sabroso

North-side Venezuelan eatery known for crispy empanadas and juicy pabellon criollo.

1482 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46260

Azucar Morena

Venezuelan-inspired stall inside The Garage with sweet plantain bowls and arepas.

906 Carrollton Ave (The Garage), Indianapolis, IN 46202
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VIETNAM

3 restaurants

Pho Saigon

West 38th Street staple for steaming bowls of pho, banh mi, and Vietnamese iced coffee.

4760 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46254

Eating Fresh

Bright Broad Ripple-area Vietnamese spot with fresh spring rolls and vermicelli bowls.

6255 N College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46220

Pho Real

Carmel pho house with rich bone broth, bun bo Hue, and crispy banh xeo.

9611 N College Ave, Carmel, IN 46280

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