Bluebeard

Fine dining restaurant · Fletcher Place

Bluebeard

Fine dining restaurant · Fletcher Place

653 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Highlights

Nestled in a chic 1924 warehouse, Bluebeard serves inventive New American dishes and craft cocktails, with a vibe that’s as inviting as its patio.

653 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203 Get directions

bluebeardindy.com

$30–50 · Menu

@eater

"Open for: Lunch, dinnerPrice range: $$$Chef Alan Sternberg became a James Beard semifinalist for a third time for his cooking at Bluebeard this year, adding to prior semifinalist nods for Rising Star Chef in 2016 and 2018. The menu changes daily at this award-winning, decade-old restaurant, honoring Indiana’s agriculture and the historic Holy Rosary neighborhood. Bread often takes center stage, sourced from Amelia’s, the sister bakery next door; you’ll see it show up in appetizers like grilled bread with seasonal compound butters, charcuterie and cheese, and a hearty panzanella with goat cheese crumbles. Wholly satisfying mains feature locally sourced meats, like the Berkshire pork chop with spiced apple, cabbage, and creme fraiche, or the chicken with Tuscan kale, roasted mushrooms, and miso butter. Know before you go: Bluebeard takes limited reservations, if you want to be sure of securing your seat." - Brian Garrido

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"Don’t bother making a reservation, because you can’t. Bluebeard seats parties on a first come, first served basis on their beautiful patio in the spring and summer. If you do snag a seat, start with popular options like the charcuterie board and fresh oysters with cocktail sauce and mignonette. The new American menu has entrees that rotate all the time, from skirt steak with couscous and smoked almond romesco, to beef heart chili cheese dogs, to baby octopus with bagna cauda and semolina. Don’t overlook the sides. The roasted cauliflower and Brussels sprouts are packed with enough flavor to make a full meal, but go for the spaghetti, mixed with a sauce of olive oil and creme fraiche, and topped with Parmesan and gremolata." - Mike Gillis

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"Indy native Kurt Vonnegut’s influence can be felt throughout charming Bluebeard. The gastropub gets its name from one of the author’s novels and adorns a converted 1924 warehouse space with antique typewriters and books. The pleasing aesthetic is matched by an assortment of farm-to-table fare, ranging from charcuterie to uni pasta, spicy dragon shrimp, swordfish nduja. Italian breads are also made in-house at the restaurant’s adjoining bakery, Amelia’s, and serve as the base for the restaurant's top-notch lunch sandwiches." - Jeffy Mai

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@kruze_ctrl

You need the spaghetti side. And consult the wine list, Jan has some stuff you need 💯

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Alicia C

Google

Stopped in for lunch here based on recommendations and can say it did not disappoint! We loved that the food is locally sourced and farm to table with an ever changing menu. Our server, Ross, was incredibly helpful and kind, giving us the best suggestions. We shared the smashed potatoes (not very smashed but still delicious) and got the Chop salad (with shrimp and dressing on side) and the Panzanella salad with shrimp. For dessert we enjoyed the white peach sorbet, which was the perfect ending to the meal! Light, sweet, and super refreshing. The atmosphere and ambience of the restaurant is cozy and inviting. Loved it! Would definitely come back.

Alesha McCarty

Google

Bluebeard Blubeard has always been our go-to special occasion spot, birthdays, anniversaries, etc; however lately it's become our reliable neighborhood spot. The food is just always delicious and comforting and we almost always seem to be able to find a seat at the bar which is our favorite spot to sit. Specifically the bar stools by the window (so for the sake of us please don't sit there at 830 pm). The lighting is soft and the wooden bookcases make the room feel warm and welcoming. Sometimes we just pop by for a nightcap and dessert. The bread pudding is delicious and the cocktails are on point (even though they are lacking local spirits). The space is small so it's also never too loud and by saving grace I think they may be the only restaurant in the city left without a TV so you can actually sit and have conversation with your date.

Dave Donahue

Google

Food and cocktails are always delicious. Menu rotates regularly. Service is good. A bit on the pricey side for Indy but quality is top notch. It’s a good place to share some appetizers and small plates, but they do have nice entree sized salads and main courses, served a la carte, as well.

John Goddard

Google

Came here during a trade show - had a wonderful time. Staff was fun and knowledgeable. Unique place Drinks came quickly and were very good. The menu changes daily, but the food was awesome! Hope to be back again the next time I am in Indy!

gale eakins

Google

this place rocks. sat at the bar for lunch and had a fantastic experience, the atmosphere is beautiful and Alex is an experienced and knowledgeable bartender. cocktails are out of this world-- if you're looking for a truly elevated drink, this is the place. my salad was delicious and balanced with thoughtful composition and fresh ingredients; seriously, they know what they're doing. if you're thinking about it, just do it.

Jon Langbert

Google

Bluebeard is my new favorite restaurant in Indy. Great menu and service. Loved the tomato sandwich and the toast with flavored butters was a winner. They get their baked goods from the bakery next door and the coffee, which was great, also comes from another place, I believe. Service was super friendly, but a tad slow. Patio is great and the music is fun (think Stevie Wonder) without being intrusive.

Todd Schmidt

Google

A great little restaurant in Fountain Square with quality food and cocktails. Worth a visit, for sure! Everything was good...just some items were a little overpriced. $12 for toasted artisan bread slices and three varieties of butter...and a (read the fine print on the menu) 5% surcharge for the kitchen staff. I hope the $ actually goes to the staff.

Katie

Google

It’s very rare that a restaurant can provide not just a good meal, but an entire culinary experience. From the service (Thomas was knowledgeable and kind), the food, and the atmosphere— this dinner was something that I will remember for a long time. With a daily changing menu and local ingredients, you can see the creativity in each dish and appreciate it so much more. I will be sure to come back if I ever am in Indianapolis again! Shout out to the romesco sauce in the crispy potatos, the crudo, and the benedictine in the pickle plate. 🤌 Pictured: charcuterie, chips and dip, hamachi crudo Not pictured: pickles, crispy potatos, brussel sprouts, sausage rigatoni