Eat and Drink

Enjoy a nice glass of wine with friends and family surrounded by the rustic feel of Italy at Amore! Italian Kitchen. This restaurant offers some of the best Italian food in the Indianapolis area.

Bando Korean Restaurant is a hidden gem in Lawrence. The friendly staff serve up authentic Korean BBQ. Cooking at your table is surprisingly fun, and kids love it.

La Blanca Nieves offers unique flavors of ice cream (guanábana, mango, corn, tequila), fresh fruit, smoothies, milk shakes, and some savory options, too. They are located at 8015 Pendleton Pike.

Da Blue Lagoon, a popular former Broad Ripple Jamaican restuarant, reopened in 2017 at a new location in Lawrence! The owner uses recipes he learned from his family to create authentic jerk dishes.

This specialty coffee shop focuses on direct trade coffee beans from farmers in South America that are roasted locally. They also offer a classic Italian-style menu, as well as some signature drinks like the Triple B Caramel Latte.

Breakfast is served all day in this cozy cafe that was once part of an active military base. Come enjoy cooked from scratch meals in this unique atmosphere.

Caplinger's Fresh Catch is a family-owned business that made a name for itself in Indianapolis. Now there's a carry out location in Lawrence on Pendleton Pike!

Cugino's Pizza is home of the largest pizza you can buy in the City of Lawrence, coming in at whopping 30 inches. Recently, they moved to 5124 N. Franklin Road and are open for lunch daily.

They serve up unique treats like Elote, Cheetos con queso, milanesa (fried chicken) tortas, and more!

The Fort Ben Pub is an awesome place to sit down and relax with friends, enjoy some local beers, and eat great food!

Foster's Cafe & Catering has developed a loyal customer base and become one of the best lunch spots in Lawrence. They are located inside of the Ivy Tech. Check out their Facebook page to see their daily menu.

Graham’s Pizza is located in the same strip mall on Pendleton Pike that used to house Gramboli’s Pizza. New name and owners, but the pizza is still great!

The Groovy Cat Cafe offers awesome coffee drinks, breakfast, lunch, desserts, and best of all, free vibes. The owner/head chef Lisa Sweeney said that one of their best sellers is the blood orange, olive oil infused cake with cream cheese frosting.

La Hacienda on 38th St was one of the first Mexican restaurants to open in Indianapolis. There are two Lawrence locations, Geist at 11677 Fox Road (La Hacienda #12) and Fort Ben at 5625 Lawton Loop E Dr (La Hacienda #11.)

Named the Best Pizza in the State of Indiana by Food Insider, Jockamo Upper Crust Pizza is known for their Slaughterhouse Five pizza that comes with sausage, pepperoni, Italian beef, bacon, and ham.

Looking for a Cajun seafood boil in Indiana? Juicy Seafood boils come with corn on the cob & red potatoes. You pick the seasoning (lemon pepper, cajun, garlic butter, or all three) and spice level.

Lord Ashley's Pub & Eatery has been serving up food in the Lawrence/Oaklandon area for nearly 20 years! They have a large menu filled with Hoosier favorites like the pork tenderloin sandwiches and bbq ribs.

Mama’s has been serving authentic Korean cuisine in Lawrence for over 30 years. They have r house specialty BBQ dinners where your food is prepared on an open flame at your table!

Mar y Sol is a Mexican restaurant with an extensive menu that includes many seafood dishes like fried tilapia, camarones al mojo de ajo, molcajetes and more.

Margarita Factory Mexican Cuisine is located at 11135 Pendleton Pike, and they are open for lunch and dinner every day.

Our favorite dessert food truck officially has a brick-and-mortar location in Lawrence! They are known for their flavor ice and Sundaes ice cream!

Murphys Craft House is an atmospheric pub on the north side of Lawrence. Their delicious food can be enjoyed inside the cozy dining area or outside on the shaded patio

Playa Thai offers delicious, authentic Thai cuisine. Enjoy vibrant flavors, fresh ingredients, and a welcoming atmosphere for a memorable dining experience.

Polleria Los 2 Hermanos is located at 8990 Pendleton Pike. They have a simple menu with items like grilled chicken, ribs, and tacos. They also offer sides of beans, rice, veggies, and corn tortillas. Cash only.

The friendly staff at Puccini's Pizza & Pasta serve freshly made pizza, calzones, pasta, and salads at 7829 Sunnyside Road. They are known for the “Sweet Lil’ Razorback” pizza, which comes with pepperoni, smoked sausage, bacon, basil, and garlic.

Reduced The staff at El Sabor Catracho (roughly translated "The Honduran Flavor") have been cooking authentic Honduran cuisine in Lawrence for over 7 years.

Sandra Rice & Noodles is a traditional Vietnamese noodle house run by Ha Nguyen and her brother Sang. Their most popular dish is pho, a flavorful soup that simmers for over 4 hours. They have been serving the Lawrence community for over 15 years!

Sundaes Homemade Ice Cream is a small, family-owned and operated business that has been serving the Lawrence and Geist area for over 25 years! They make their ice cream the old-fashioned way, by hand in small batches.

Sushi and Sake – the perfect pairing. Sushi House is a full-service Japanese restaurant with a beer, wine, and sake menu, as well as carry out options.

According to Taco Express owner Alejandro, his main goal has always been to share his culture through food. “Our food is authentic and from home,” he says. In 2022, Taco Express celebrated 17 years in Lawrence!

Owner Tammy Cunningham says that she wants you to feel like you’re having a bite to eat at a friend’s house. They offer breakfast and lunch in a cute, little old house turned restaurant.

An upscale, Mexican inspired seafood restaurant and steakhouse that boasts a diverse menu with something for everyone — ceviche, soups, tacos, carrot cake, and even a 42 ounce tomahawk ribeye.

Check out Watami Sushi at 10625 Pendleton Pike. This restaurant is a Lawrence hidden gem with wonderful all-you-can-eat sushi and reasonable prices!

Looking for a local place with great smashed burgers? Check out Whiskey Business Lawrence on Pendleton Pike and Oaklandon Road. They also have great lunch specials and a giant menu, so even picky eaters will find something they like to eat here.