Palomino has such a varied menu, it can be exceedingly difficult to make up your mind as to which dish you would prefer. From Asiago-Almond Crusted Sea Scallops, to Grilled Apricot Cilantro Chicken, to USDA Prime Top Sirloin, they really do have it all! If you feel like going Italian, try one of their several Roma Style Pizzas, or the Brick Oven Baked Penne Rustica. There is also a select list of cocktails, wines and beers to go with your meal.

Ambrosia is quite popular among the natives of Broad Ripple for its home-style Italian food, good drinks, unique ambiance and excellent service. The inviting warm wooden interiors are tastefully decorated and present an intimate and unpretentious venue for enjoying romantic dinners, casual family affairs and friendly nights out. Traditional Italian specialties make up the menu, with highlights like the tortellini soup, gnocchi, ravioli, veal piccata and chicken marsala. Imported red wines pair perfectly with the menu selections and give a sense of European dining. Reservations are recommended.

Experience authentic Italian cuisine in an upbeat environment at Buca di Beppo's Greenwood restaurant. The interiors are decked in warm hues, with myriad of photographs, memorabilia and murals running up from the wall to ceiling. The cozy and elegant setting makes Buca Di Beppo an idyllic setting for heartwarming family dinners, friendly night-outs and even romantic meals. Staple Italian delicacies like Antipasti, Pastas, Pizzas, Salads and Veal/Meat/Seafood specialties line up the extensive menu, which will leave you spoiled for choice. Wines and desserts complete the dining experience with the flourish.

A luxurious venue that offers a perfect setting for dining with family, Maggiano's Little Italy is a gem. It offers a pre-set menu of two courses with choice of dishes for the entire family. The entrees are excellent and feature homemade breads, generous pastas and delicious meat dishes. Must-trys would be the Bruschetta, Stuffed Mushrooms, Margherita Flatbread, Chicken Parmesan, Veal Marsala, Shrimp Scampi and Fettuccine Alfredo. On the weekends, waits can extend for up to two hours so making reservations is recommended. People jam in for the homely atmosphere and huge portions that come with affordable prices. Maggiano's Little Italy, apart from being a casual dining venue, also offers banqueting facilities for hosting special occasions and private dining.