Update: The first couple of times I've been to Nesso I wasn't particularly sold. Service has always been great but the food I could take it or leave it, until last night. Went to celebrate some accomplishments with a friend and between the two of us we came up with some delicious orders. We ordered the calamari and the shrimp bruschetta for appetizers. Everything was delicious and the portion sizes were great for two. So much so that we were pretty full by the time our main courses came. I ordered the linguini Nero for my main course and . The flavor with the little kick was everything. read more

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Gnocchi is good! Decor is super homey and pretty during December. Great service! I wish they have bottle water tho. Good cocktail and beer as well! read more

Nesso - Gnocchi - Italian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I wish we had the 5-star experience it seems others have. But we did not. The food was boring and bland, bland, bland. Every thing we ate desperately cried out for salt. And of course, with COVID, there is no salt on the table anymore (has anyone really caught COVID from a salt shaker??). I figured I'd be done with my meal by the time we got salt, so I didn't even ask for it. We had the crab arancini, I had the salmon picata (which was NOT picata, just seared salmon, and was not only tasteless, but very dry). Boyfriend had the scallops, one of which was HAMMERED, but the other 3 were "fine." All in all, extremely underwhelming. I would be hard-pressed to go back. read more

Great atmosphere and service! Food is excellent. Caesar Salad, salmon and wine. Yum!

There were highs and lows of our recent visit to Nesso. The aperitifs were fantastic, and a really great idea. Appetizer was great as well. But with our aperitifs we asked for some bread to tide us over; the focaccia was delish but it was drowning in oil, and needed to be about half of the portion size. Our entrees were a big disappointment as the pasta was undercooked with some of it even stuck together. We should have sent it back but that has never been a positive experience for us in other restaurants. But I think the biggest disappointment was the tiramisu we got for dessert. It looked as though it had been prepared, frozen then thawed for serving because it was soaking wet on the bottom. The vibe of the place was excellent, though but we're not sure if there were enough positives to bring us back. read more

Each time I go to Nesso, it seems they outdo the experience they provide my small group. It's like they keep all the things that are great (food, ambiance, and SERVICE), and then add more. On our latest visit, we got to check out the new patio (with a cover that opens and a fire pit!), try a new "Red Pop" that is house made and bottled with multiple kinds of booze (nothing else!), and were introduced to Chef Kawika Pieper who brought out a dish of Rabbit Terrine to try as a future item (Oh MY!!!) Everything is first class and served with a smile. Of course, we always ask for our favorite waiter in town, Brandon D who greets us at the door when we arrive and seats us on the quieter side of the restaurant because our group likes to talk and be able to hear without shouting. That is greatly appreciated. We started off with the Burrata with an extra side of buttered and toasted semolina sourdough. After patiently waiting for my photos, Brandon then broke down the cheese ball so that it would be easier for us to spoon on to our sharing plates. This was so delicious! It comes with a cherry tomato conserva, red wine candied onion, and pesto. (see photo) We knew we were in for a special night when it started this good. We ordered cocktails, my friend ordering a "Balanced Martini" that was excellent and smooth, while I got the Pearbarbaro which was sweet and like a pear juice with a bit of alcohol. Very nice! Our wives tried the Red Pop and were surprised at how easily they could sip that like a soda! We ordered a variety of antipasti dishes which we all enjoyed (see photos), and while waiting for our entrees from the Primi and Secondi, the chef brought out the Rabbit Terrine. Only two of us had tried rabbit before but nothing like this. It was served seasoned and deep fried with a light crust along with some prepared radishes (sorry I can't recall the type and procedure), some greens with little white flowers, and a spread of delicious flavor on the plate. (no menu to look at for the details yet) There were four small pieces maybe two bites in size. I speared one with my fork and it was so tender, that the terrine fell apart. It was literally fork tender. And the flavor? Wow! Light and juicy like the best dark meat of chicken you've ever had. Wow! The radishes were cold and prepared so tender that I didn't have to chew them. I could crush them with my tongue! The meal with the exception of the greens, seemed to melt in my mouth. I gave a resounding "Yes!" to adding this to the menu soon. For our entrees, I went out of my comfort zone and ordered the Calamarata (lamb sausage with noodles, Calabrian chile, labneh, pesto, and oil-cured tomato.) Although I'm not a big fan of lamb, I had no trouble finishing my plate. The complementary flavors seemed to carry the day as I got further into the dish. Of course, we had to get some desserts and since we were celebrating both couples' anniversaries and my wife's birthday, we tried a bit of everything. Chef Hattie and the kitchen once again gave us the perfect ending to a night of delicious exploration. If you come here, come to enjoy the experience. We had a group of staff stop by to assist in water or removing used plates, bring out new utensils for every course. We greeted each and were pleasantly greeted and served in return. It's hard to say if we like the food or the people more. Can I just say both? Rev. #43 read more

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Everything was perfect! From the greeting to the dessert. On a Thursday night everyone crossed their Ts and dotted their Is. thank you for a great birthday :) read more

Nesso - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Fantastic experience for the wife and I. Lee, our server, had ample knowledge of wine and food. He answered every question we had. An amazing experience all around. Jared, the manager, stopped by multiple times to check on us and offer recommendations. We will definitely be back! read more

Very nice experience. It was a busy night, service was good. Enjoyed the food but it was to salty and it overpowered the food. Chef's like salt, but it was more than that. They should have more confidence in their menu and good quality ingredients. Still a good dinner, will definitely try again. read more

Had a lovely dinner here with friends. We were welcomed warmly by the hostess. Seated in the front room which was very comfortable. They have metal screens in front of the windows which diffused the sunlight nicely so it was not too direct. Wait staff was friendly, helpful with suggestions, and efficient. Nice cocktail and wine menu and some beers as well. The bread basket variety (paid appetizer) was nice and so delicious! We loved the burrata appetizer with the roasted cherry tomatoes and caramelized sweet onions. I also highly recommend the tuna appetizer - raw and sliced razor thin complimented nicely by the slices of crunchy browned garlic, olive oil and pesto. My scallops were wonderful: seared perfectly on the outside and tender on the inside and accompanied by roasted vegetables. Nice coffee and tea menu as well for after dinner. Will definitely come back! read more

This is a great date night spot with amazing cocktails and Italian food. I had great service and thoroughly enjoyed my experience here. I will definitely be going back! read more

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Absolutely lovely meal. I have been many times and I am always happy with what we get. Service was attentive, we were able to be seated early which was much appreciated. We had apps that I did not get a picture of (prosciutto wrapped prunes (a must) and the beef carpaccio) which were absolutely lovely. We shared a squid ink risotto with octopus, eggplant tartare, and tomato aioli, picture below- the taste and textures were incredible, absolutely amazing. My husband got the scallops and I got the short rib, both of which were very well cooked, and had wonderful textures and tastes. Absolutely delicious and service was excellent. Highly recommend Nesso (especially since we just came back from Italy, it is on par with some of the coastal cuisine we had read more

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Beautiful space with delicious food. We loved that the wait staff didn't rush us and were attentive and knowledgeable. The menu is a nice size, as well-not overwhelming. Burrata appetizer, beets with yoghurt side and filet were standouts. The budino was light and luscious read more

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Nesso is such a hidden gem! I am not a big salad person but oh my, whatever kind of salads they serve - are delish! I got the kale and mushroom salad along with the spaghettini dish. Their prices are a little steep, so if you're looking for a cheap meal this isn't the place. But if you're looking for a nice date night spot, this is the perfect place. read more

Nesso - Spaghettini - Italian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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One of Indy's best. Menu (very well organized) consistently delights. Service is always over the top. Wine list is fabulous. If you love Italian, do not miss this! read more

Nesso became my go-to spot to take guests this summer. Beautiful patio, attentive service, and delicious food and drinks. We love all of the pasta dishes we've tried and the burrata is to die for. Ask for a wine recommendation, sit back, and enjoy a fabulous meal. read more

So excited that Nesso joined the Devour Indy family! I was very impressed with the variety they offered on the devour menu. We looked through the full menu and although there were plenty of delicious entrees and antipasti dishes we wanted to try, the deal was too good to pass. For $35/person you could choose one antipasti (appetizer), secondi (entree), and dolce (dessert). I ordered the Arancini, Salmon, and Spumoni Terrine. The arancini were warm and soft but I felt like it was a little dry. The salmon was crispy and cooked perfectly! The spumoni was thick and creamy and definitely left you longing for more! My husband loves his meal too. He had the shrimp toast appetizer and I certainly wanted 5 more pieces. His bistecca (steak) was tender and the tiramisu was amazing! We can't wait to go back to try some of their pasta dishes! The drink menu is extensive and they have an in-house sommelier if you're unsure what to try! read more

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Beautiful atmosphere and great food and service. Very upscale. We've enjoyed everything from appetizers to dessert. We've now been there twice with parties of seven and eight, with people choosing various entrees and everyone enjoyed their meals. read more

Loved every moment of our experience here. Came for Devour Indy. For the $35 option, I got the salad, spaghetti with lamb sausage and Rosa cream and Tiramisu for dessert. Every bite was delicious. They even finished our meal with 2 complimentary Amaretto cookies which may have been the best best! The 'Street Sweeper' Tito's drink was fruity and delightful, and my partner (an Old Fashioned fiend) was impressed with Nesso's unique version, which included espresso syrup. Our server, Anthony was fantastic. We will be back to sample the rest of the menu! Another success by the Cunningham Group. read more

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One of the better dining experiences that I have had in the past year or so! We were greeted by a friendly host, and several employees wished us well and said that they hoped we had a great dinner on our way to our table. That is not something I can remember happening often, but it stuck out in my mind as a nice touch. The decor is very cool and rustic, but also has an artsy feel that matches the Alexander and the bar above. Jared, our server, was great, and helped make the dining experience perfect! Ask for him. We started off with the bruschetta and a bottle of wine, Logone, both were delicious. I enjoyed how fresh tasting the bruschetta was, with three different pieces and different toppings on each one. We also tried the prosciutto wrapped prunes, and it is not something that I would normally order, but they were amazingly flavorful and decadent. I am happy that Jared recommended them. For our entrees we split the Gnocchi and the Agnolotti. Both were very well done and perfect bites every time you brought some to your mouth. I like the emphasis on mushrooms that Nesso seems to incorporate into several of their dishes. I would rate the Agnolotti above the gnocchi, and i would get that again. It was basically smaller raviolis, stuffed with mushrooms. For desert we had the tiramisu, awesome, just get it. It was one of the better tiramisus that I have ever had. If there was any sort of negative, I would say that the portion size is smaller than I was expecting for the prices. This is not going to be your regular, Mama Carolla's Italian sized portion. BUT the flavor, presentation, and all around experience more than made up for it in my book. Thanks Nesso! Can't wait to head back. read more

Atmosphere and service fantastic. Good bar drinks and food was overall good. Didn't love my Cacia e Pepe. Will definitely return though. This was my second visit read more

Nesso is one of those Indy restaurants that I don't think I could afford on a regular night but that's just what Devour Indy is for! For $5 more we were able to add bread that serves 2 on top of the app, entrée and dessert. The bread is delicious - it's on their regular menu and I think everyone should get it every single time. The roasted caprese was a little too heavy on the tomato for me but the accompanying bread was, again, perfect. I really enjoyed my shrimp and octopus pasta - the pasta was cooked a little al dente but I think it worked for this dish. The big winner was the dessert - I've never had chocolate budino terrine before but it is delicious and complex with caramel and chocolate and ice-cream combined in a way that worked for me, someone who doesn't even like chocolate desserts very much! read more

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My reservation was delayed at Nesso for approximately 40 minutes, and though this was inconvenient it was communicated to me quickly and effectively. The service was exceptional and several things were done to help accommodate this inconvenience in regards to our meal. The steak and exquisite and seasoned very well, lamb sausage pasta was also wonderful, and the appetizers were great. I would recommend to anyone willing to spend a little extra. read more

Nesso - Steak Bistecca* - Italian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Where do we start now.. very good italian food you can taste the freshness in every dish you eat here..fine dining italian restaurant taken to another level..we used their private dining space for an event and we did like the food alot.. the only reason i give it 4 stars instead of 5 is cos of the high prices and the slow service (maybe cos we were a group of 16) we were literally waiting for our starters for a very long time but every morsel we had was totally worth both the price and wait.. servers are very polite and we had an amazing experience with Nathan who was the event manager at Nesso. The Tiramisu here is out of the world and so is the Cannoli sundae. The Agnolotti is my personal fav (i wish they served a bigger portion of that) i would have gobbled it all.. the burrata is outstanding.. i stuck to a veggie meal while team mates thoroughly enjoyed the non veg items too.. they do have a good selection of wine and cocktails..all in all it was a happy evening for everyone.. will need to start saving up now to make a trip back soon again read more

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A Culinary Delight. I am pledging to write an "amazingless" review of this establishment, but there are plenty of other adjectives to describe how excellent this restaurant is. I have had the great fortune to have lived in Italy for 5 years, and I typically find Italian restaurants in America to be over-sauced and lacking in the subtleties of the real deal. However, Nesso did not disappoint. In no particular order: the service was wonderful, with the entire team being very responsive to our needs; a huge wine list, with the Prosecco being one of the best I've had since Italy; the atmosphere and décor are tasteful and comfortable (make sure you check out the art exhibit on the second floor of the adjoining Alexander Hotel); and the food - wow! Although there were only 3 of us and so we were only able to sample limited fare, the burrata appetizer was plentiful and lively, with enough for 3. The Caesar salad perhaps a bit too much on the Dijon side for my taste but still tasty and very generous. My two companions ordered the Agnolotti (a type of stuffed pasta with mushrooms, truffles and broth) and became suddenly very quiet while eating, a sure sign of satisfaction. Finally, my entrée consisted of the Swordfish with Sardinian couscous (a type of tiny pasta balls) and caponata (sweet red peppers and tomatoes). This dish was truly representative of creative Italian cooking, combining many Mediterranean influences such as Middle Eastern spices, kalamata olives, fresh swordfish cooked to perfection, and a finely flavored caponata, intense and sweet, though no single taste overwhelmed and the individual flavors of each part of the dish were readily identifiable. Worth the price of admission, which, though admittedly on the north side of upscale, was still worth every penny (luckily, somebody else was buying that night for my birthday). All in all, a great dining experience and one that restored my faith in dining out during a pandemic. Regarding this last point, I felt safe throughout the evening and was reassured that the staff were following all of the guidelines to the letter. read more

Over priced. Good location. Good aesthetic. But it's "upscale" Italian food. Small portions. Tastes good. But over priced. Nothing beats a family owned and operated Italian restaurant. read more

We had a wonderful meal at Nesso. We were celebrating a family members birthday and every detail was thoughtful plus our food was delicious. Every member of our party enjoyed their food. We also really like the sommelier at Nesso. He had great suggestions for what wine to get. Save room for dessert, it was delicious too. As far as kid friendly, there were not kids menus but it's Italian food so it was easy to get the kids what they needed. What kid doesn't love noodles! read more

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Sweet baby Jesus, this was an amazing meal. I was a little hesitant about eating there because I finally checked out The Cunningham Group's Provisions a few weeks ago and I was disappointed. I was worried Nesso would be the same experience and I was so wrong. First of all, our waitress was awesome, the food came out quick, but not too quick, the drinks were good. To start, my husband and I had the bread option (the best garlic oil EVER paired with it) and the prunes stuffed w goat cheese and wrapped in prosciutto (amazing). We decided to get two pasta options and share an entree. We had the risotto (maybe not our favorite risotto ever, but still realllly good) and the gnocchi/pear/chicken meatball dish. And damn. It was amazing. Then comes the entree. We shared their special - Atlantic Scallops (I'm sure it has a cooler name), with mushrooms, lobster sauce, and mushroom ravioli/dumplings. I don't even really like scallops, but these were amazing. We were literally wiping up all the sauce from the bottom of the dish bc it was good. Classy, I know. We had the "tiramisu" for dessert. This was still good, but our least favorite out of everything. The waitress was very descriptive about the dish and it was more of a doughnut/take on a tiramisu. It was really good for a donuts and the mascarpone was amazing and could have used more. Or maybe it should be injected into the donuts. Other than that.... We were so impressed with Nesso and can't wait to go back! read more

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We returned to Nesso tonight for the first time in a long time. Frankly, our last experience (pre-pandemic) was not wonderful. This time, we ordered the Devour menu with wine pairings. Our excellent server, Joshua, said that the food choices had been curated by Roddy. We each had as the mains the trout and tiramisu as our desert. I chose the octopus as my starter and my spouse ordered the pea and mushroom enhanced arancini. Each dish was perfectly prepared and delicious. The wine pairings, again at least partially curated by Roddy, were well done. There has been a change in chefs since we were there last, and the new chef at least has Italian heritage. In short, if you haven't been since the new chef, it is time to go back. read more

Really lovely - service was perfect. Wasn't crazy about my entree (carbonara) but everyone else's dish was fantastic. Mushroom agnolotti yum- and I'm not a huge mushroom fan - biding - wow CRG knows how to do desserts (tHo tiramisu was nothing special al imho - but it's the entire pacckage that makes this special - atmosphere food service - thanks Nesso And thanks CRG for bringing quality dining to Indy read more

I recently had an excellent dinner experience at Nesso out on their patio which has a fire pit and heat lamps. The service, food, beverages, and atmosphere were all worthy of five stars. I loved the authentic apertivo menu to start. We both chose the Montenegro Select but my husband had his on the rocks and I ordered mine as a spritz. The beef carpaccio app was our favorite part of the meal. It was so delicious I asked if we could go back and have it again the next day. We also both enjoyed pasta entrees and the bombolino dessert (ricotta donuts) which our server comped for my birthday. I will definitely be ordering carryout from Nesso again soon (they have a great deal during COVID) and look forward to celebrating special events there again in the future. read more

Bless you, CRG for giving us Nesso. Finally made it for my birthday, just over a week ago. The whole experience was great. Modern decor, soft lighting, and excellent service - paired with delicious and fresh food. If you love CRG restaurants (Mesh, Livery, Bru Burger, Union 50), definitely give Nesso a try. It's perfect for a date night. The pasta portions aren't huge, but they are very good and very filling. My fiancé and I ordered bread to start, 2 pastas, and a steak entree and we shared it all. We left VERY full and happy. Can't wait to go back and try more of the menu soon. read more

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My husband and I had an early dinner and didn't know what to expect. We had the carpaccio and focaccia bread as appetizers, followed by the pork chop and NY Strip and both were fantastic. The steak was cooked medium rare and melted in your mouth. The pork chop was cooked well and was moist, making it so delicious. Then to top it off, we had the tiramisu, which was out of this world. Our waiter Danny was very attentive and helpful. Totally recommend this place. Nesso's is definitely a place to visit. read more

OK new restaurant alert! "Wow" is the first thing I have to say about this lovely new addition to our downtown. I have been wanting to try this place out since it opened and what better time to try it then during devour Indy. I came with a friend and we were seated right away (no reservation). The staff was extremely friendly and attentive to our needs. I tried the arancini for my starter. This dish was delicious and flavorful. I am a sucker for risotto to begin with so I absolutely loved this appetizer. My friend ordered the toast al gamberetti for the appetizer. It was a delicious crostini toast with shrimp spread. For the main course I ordered the steak. The steak was so delicious and flavorful. I ordered medium-well. Once I tasted one bite I never looked back. So savory. My friend and I ordered two different desserts to split -the Tiramisu and spumoni. The tiramisu was rich and the spumoni was light and tasty. I will definitely be returning to this restaurant soon! Also my water glass was never empty which I appreciate when dining out! read more

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Everybody deserves a second chance. My fiancée and I dined here a year and a half ago and sat at the bar for our dinner. The menu was confusing and we weren't really paid attention to. It was sad because we had a lot of money to spend on food and drink. Decided to go back because they had a heated patio. What a complete difference. Server was wonderful and knowledgeable about the specials. Manager came out and turned on more heaters for us. Drinks were superb. The meals were experimental in nature but absolutely flawless. Service with a good menu and a great wine list is a recipe for success. This isn't just a restaurant attached to a hotel. This is a wonderful gastronomic experience. Keep it up Nesso. read more

Last night's Pacer game had a late start so we booked dinner here. We've eaten at several Cunningham Restaurants and we thought the food here was the best yet. However, the meal was very expensive. Think Chicago prices. The menu is designed for a multiple course meal. Appetizers and pastas precede the entree. We shared two appetizers and one pasta. They were excellent but the pasta portion was surprisingly small given the price. The entree portions and prices were as expected but the cost of the earlier courses and premium priced wine by the glass ran the total cost up to special occasion level. Going before an event at Bankers Life did work well. Valet parking though the hotel was discounted for the restaurant and a phone app allows you to tell them to get your car as you leave the Fieldhouse. It's a 5 star experience but a 6 star price. I took 1 star away for the value, but the food is as good or better than anywhere in town. It is sort of Vida with an Italian twist. If an out of towner staying at a downtown hotel asked me for the best restaurant they could walk to and they'd already made the obligatory trip to St. Elmo's, this woud be it. read more

Nesso was a great experience in many ways. Very unique & well paired entrees and dishes, nice ambience & very good service. We tried the polpo (or octopus), tortelloni & gnocchi & for our entrees the branzino (sea bass) & gamberie capesante (shrimp & scallops). The octopus is a must-I've only had octopus one other time but Nesso did it right. It was cooked perfectly. The tortelloni & gnocchi were both fantastic. In terms of entrees, our favorite were the scallops. They literally melt in your mouth. Definitely give this place a try; it will not disappoint. I know I will definitely return. read more

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Had a dinner reservation for our 15th wedding anniversary. We were welcomed in and seated at a table right behind the host stand looking down the hall towards the bathrooms. We were not fans of the table choice for a special evening, but also didn't want to complain due to Covid restrictions they have had to follow. We ordered drinks and appetizers. All great! We ordered a bottle of wine to share with our entrées. Wine arrived as did our entrées. Unfortunately so did a large party of 10 people, adults as well as children. The restaurant was still pretty empty at this time and half the large party was sat behind us with the other half off to our left. The guests walked between tables during the rest of our meal. We were offered dessert for our anniversary gift however declined. read more

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One of Indy's best. Menu (very well organized) consistently delights. Service is always over the top. Wine list is fabulous. If you love Italian, do not miss this wonderful restaurant. Another Cunningham gem. Love this. read more

Thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at Nesso - the focaccia bread was warm and didn't even need any balsamic or butter (but was delicious with it too). The spinach pappardelle pasta was too die for and it ended up being a filling portion. We each got a different dessert (all 4) - and my favourite was the budino (almost like a creme brûlée ). read more