Pretty impressed with the pasta sauce; pasta texture did not have any chew which I like Complimentary bread 6.5/10 was a little tough Olive oil smelled more fragrant than it tasted Fried ravioli 8/10 Basically elevated mozzarella sticks and pretty yummy The pasta dough is was crispy and chewy Penne alla emiliana 8.5/10 Flavor was so potent if you like meaty (sausage and prosciutto) and tomato sauce Linguini frutti di marre 9/10 -1 point mainly because the pasta doesn't taste handmade/Lacking the al dente chew. It was our server's fav pasta so I had to pick this one deciding between two options It was plated so pretty too The garlic white wine sauce had a good tang to it as well which I really enjoyed Blueberry bliss 8.5/10 Prosecco based cocktail, very easy to drink Pear strawberry cocktail 6.5/10 Surprisingly kinda strong and had medicine taste I would get a glass of wine next time Vibes were nice and cozy, a little bit too dark imo Service was very nice, I got extra plate and small fork to eat my mussels without needing to ask Cannoli for birthday was free too (mentioned bday in reservation) Cannoli 7.5/10 Best cannoli I had. (I don't think this my taste Ind deserts tho hence the average score) I enjoyed the extra toppings (chocolate chips and syrup) and the shell has like cinnamon or cocoa powder or something for more flavor read more

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Food: All of it was spectacular! First we were served fresh bread with infused oil. Bread was soft yet still crunchy and warm. Oil was superb! I loved both appetizers. The Heirloom salad dish with tomatoes, spring mix, burrata with balsamic was so fresh and tasty! The calamari had a variety of pieces and was so delicious. That aioli really set it apart. The pasta was amazing! I loved the veggies included and the protein was seasoned well. That tiramisu was one of the best in the city Service: Our server was attentive, communicative and very kind! Ambiance: It is a small, intimate vibe that really sets the stage. While I enjoy intimacy, the walk aisles were narrow. A few times servers walked with trays over my head to fit through. Also the day we walked in, the air conditioning was barely working. It was warm in there and it would've been nice if the staff initially addressed it and apologized vs us having to bring it up and ask. Would recommend this vibe for an intimate date or girls night out read more

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So apparently I tried this place back in 2021 and I gave it 3 stars. I gave it another shot and went back and I really enjoyed it. We arrived right around 5pm and didn't have reservations and were able to be sat right away. At that time there were just 2 other table occupied, and it was really quiet. Upon walking in its really rim and the decor screams grown and sexy. We were sat at a really small table and felt we needed more room and asked to be move. The server moved us and agreed it was a little tight and didn't make us feel uncomfortable for asking to be moved. We ordered mussels which I must say weren't the best. They needed more flavor and they tasted a bit gritty, but I think it's hard to do mussels sometimes so not upset by it. The rest of our order was very good. I loved the service, the music and my food was good. Therefore I felt inspired to update my 3 to a 4! read more

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We went on Saturday night, to the restaurant in Fishers. (I didn't get to take pictures). We were supposed to go to Westfield to a different restaurant, but they sent a message they had a problem and had to close) We felt lucky to get reservations at the yard. We were greeted right away and taken to our table. The waitress came right away and was very knowledgeable. Wine (Chianti) was $44.00 per bottle and $15.00 per glass. When we ordered it, $58.00 per bottle and $15 a glass. (Sad thing on our wine app, the bottle we received was $12.99 retail). You know a bottle in a restaurant would be twice the retail but this was 4 times retail. Yikes. Yes we did order it and once decanted it was very good. (It was the cheapest wine on the menu) I ordered lasagna it was 1/2 red sauce and 1/2 white sauce. It was good but mostly hamburger. Not much cheese. My husband got veal. They offered it with mash potatoes and green beans. He opted to go for pasta and really enjoyed it. For dessert he got a cannoli our friends got spumoni bomb. It was beautiful and they gave us a 1/4 of it. It was the bomb. Delicious! The restaurant itself was a little cold. Not as intimate as 86th street. Hard to hear and tables not as private as the other location. It had a feeling of fast food Will I go back again? Probably not. I would go to 86th street. Our bill with tip was $200.00. A big price for the food we received and yes the wine was included in the total. read more

Again, another wonderful pasta night! Josie is the GM at this location and she knows her stuff! If you need recommendations or ideas, ask for Josie. We had a wonderful server tonight at the bar, Pamela. She was visiting from the Fishers location and she was on fire! Made everyone feel welcome and she was rocking the bar area. Lots of smiles and laughter and good food. Tonight we had two of the specials, the halibut with crab and the linguini special. WOWZER, flavor filled the linguini and I tried the hubbies halibut and it was amazing! We had a wonderful evening and had great service tonight. Only thing I was complain about, the heirloom tomatoes were cold and hard, so not pleasing with the surrounding components. The burrata was amazing and the drizzle mixed in well with the greens. PROS: Wonderful atmosphere, dimly lit and perfect for any occasion Real Italian food Wonderful selection of wine, including a wonderful Super Tuscan CONS: Parking can be difficult at times NOTHING, go, go, go read more

Came tonight for a friend's birthday. They had a cute sign for her. The food was amazing. Definitely try the mussels. To die for. Huge wine selection, so you can't go wrong. Will be back over and over again. To much to try so....guess I will be back soon. read more

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We came here for our first time for our anniversary, we normally don't eat pasta but we wanted to give it a try! As soon as you walk in it's a very dark, steakhouse type vibe, they had an extensive wine list, and they offered some really good specials, we actually ended up ordering the specials instead of the pasta but we'll definitely try it the next time!! My fiancé got their filet special cooked medium and it was cooked PERFECTLY! He was very happy with his meal, I went with the Halibut Special they had with garlic mashed potatoes and green beans, the sauce on the halibut was soooo good! Then they brought us a special dessert for our anniversary and it was perfect for our sweet tooth! Oliver was our server and he was very attentive and made the night a good one! For sure recommend for your next date night! read more

Sangiovese Ristorante - Halibut special - Italian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

We visited Sangiovese Ristorante for the first time recently and I was pleasantly surprised. The ambiance was super cute. I loved the dim lighting and the decor. Our waitress was super attentive even with us being a large party. She quickly brought everything we needed. Now on to the good part....the drinks were strong and the food was good! I started off with a strawberry lemon drop and it was absolutely delicious. It definitely hit the spot. For our appetizer, we ordered the fried ravioli which arrived to the table piping hot and crispy. The filling could have used a bit more salt, but they were good nonetheless. For my entree I had the tortellini and THAT was amazing! I finished the whole dish. It was very very flavorful and it will keep you coming back for more! read more

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This is a wonderful find around the Indianapolis area. We were struggling to figure out what restaurant to eat around the mall area. We easily got reservations on a weeknight for dinner. The staff was super friendly and the Italian food shows a layer of complexity and ingredients used. My penne alla emiliana had a wonderful depth of flavor. My only critique of this dish I wish the red onions were caramelized more. At times I felt that I was eating undercooked onions, but overall the pasta and the sauce combined well for a wonderful dish the overall ambience is sort of a quiet darken dining room. This is perfect date night restaurant. The complementary house bread was also perfect. read more

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Visited for the first time last week on a weekday night. Service was fantastic -- our waitress was friendly, prompt and knowledgeable. We ordered a bottle of wine for the table and had a great conversation with the person who brought it out. 10/10 no notes on service. I was left wanting on the food though. Our party ordered the veal marsala, a penne and Italian sausage dish and the alfredo. It wasn't terrible, but it also wasn't great. All three dishes just felt a little bland, I don't think any of the pasta is homemade. Not the worst, but given the choice I would go to Iozzo's or even Vicino instead. read more

I had a lovely evening here with my husband to celebrate my birthday. Our waitress was so kind, helpful, and cheerful, and the ambiance was very cool. We got a table in the corner by ourself and it felt very romantic. The food was some of the best I've had in a while - I loved the goat cheese appetizer. I got a clam linguini that had my wanting to lick the sauce of my plate when it was finished. And my husband ordered a veal entre with garlic lemon butter and capers, and it may have been one of the most delicious things ever to grace my tongue. High praises for this restaurant! read more

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I've been to both Sangiovese locations, and you really can't go wrong with either. The Fishers spot is bigger, while the Ironworks location has a more intimate, cozy vibe -- perfect for date night. The food? Always solid. If you're in the mood for good Italian, this is a go-to. read more

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My husband and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary here at Sangiovese and have ZERO regrets! First of all, the staff were very sweet and accommodating. When we arrived at our table, there was a sign wishing us a happy anniversary, which I appreciated. We started off with the Cisco's meatballs which were very tasty and had a bit of a spicy kick which we enjoyed! My husband had the red snapper special that was being offered at the time and loved it and I had the very delicious fettuccini Alfredo with chicken (I'm still daydreaming about it lol). Our waitress also surprised us with a yummy cannoli as a special treat to end our anniversary night. And the most thoughtful thing was we were presented with a "champagne toast" and I use air quotes because I was pregnant at the time and without me having to ask, I was given a sprite to toast with lol. I am so happy we chose to celebrate our anniversary here and we will definitely be back to enjoy the great food and service again! :) read more

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The food, the vibes, the service, all amazing! It was a very intimate and romantic environment and a gem that honestly would be hard to beat if you are wanting a classy date night. Fellas, I highly recommend this place if you're looking for somewhere exquisite to take your lady! read more

What a great place for celebrating, especially during Devour. My friend made a reservation for her bday and they had a little sign, and with dessert there was a candle to commemorate. The inside was a lot smaller than I would have thought, but there a little room off to the right. The food was great. There was a nice crusty bread with olive oil to dip, I would 100% get the soup again, my friend added the lump crab and said it was def worth it. The chicken Marsala was just right. The mashed potatoes and vegetables that came with it was yummy. read more

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First time to this location for a friends birthday. They were very accommodating when I requested to add two to our reservation. The ambiance is nice, it's a little loud as it's basically one room, so be prepared to talk loud. The service was friendly but slow. They were pretty busy for a Saturday, but it still took a long time to get drinks. The food was great. I don't go out for Italian food often, but this was really good. The seafood pasta special was super delicious! All in all, I would go back and would recommend. read more

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This place is a hit. It never disappoints. My husband has a few food allergies and this is the only place that has offered him amazing accommodations-- like a topping of sausage in place of shellfish. Simple but not common! We are big fans. read more

Absolutely loved this quaint little Italian restaurant. The food was really delicious, and the service was wonderful! The waiter really knew the menu very well, and made great recommendations. Totally would recommend for a romantic date night. read more

Sangiovese Ristorante - The GAMBERI ALLA GRIGLIA Shrimp appetizer was delicious!! Big Seafood fans!! We also really enjoyed the CISCO'S MEATBALLS! - Italian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This is our favorite Italian restaurant. The ambience is nice with dim lighting and rustic decor woods and black iron. The food is delicious. We had a party of 9 to celebrate my daughter's bday; and everyone had great food and a great experience. We had the goat cheese as appetizer and it was rich and served with a baguette. Fruti di marre- ordered this with angel hair pasta. It was absolutely delicious. It's the husband's favorite thing to order and the only place that gets it right. Cooks the seafood perfectly. Tortellini was delightful. Added crab to this dish. The birthday girl loved her spaghetti! Our server did a nice job with our large party. read more

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This restaurant has an old Sicilian feel to it. From the employees to the decor it's ambiance is truly perfect. Very cozy and a spot for a very nice dinner or date night. Being new to this place we did like we normally do and tried a few appetizers. We got the INCREDIBLE meatballs which had a chef's spice to perfect the flavors. The mussels were amazing and didn't have the usual heavy broth. Both were EXCELLENT!!!! I ordered the lasagna and it was heavy with meat sauce not ricotta to my pleasant surprise. Our second meal was the Penne Alla Emiliana which had very good sausage. This is a MUST on places you have to try. NOM NOM NOM!!!! Special thanks to Kennedy. She was an excellent help with deciding meals and service over all. I will say as it's a large lot I saw there was only 1 handicap spot in front of their restaurant. I had to be dropped off since someone was in it so expect not to have one. This is a HUGE parking lot (2 in fact) so it's disappointing. Otherwise it's all EXCELLENT and that's a heads up. read more

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Pros: -place is quaint and well decorated inside, it gives the vibe of a high end restaurant -there were lots of menu options and suitable for those who like basic Italian to those who like to experiment. Lots of seafood pasta options. -there are daily specialties that also sound really good -free warm bread with olive oil Cons: -the service was lacking. We were at dinner for an hour and a half and I only got one refill on my empty tea the entire time. Our waiter said they'd bring refills multiple times but didn't. -the lasagna was just okay. Missing something to make it flavorful. Overall, I'm glad I tried it because I've always wanted to, but I'm not sure that I'd go back. read more

Service was good and pasta was decent. Didn't seem like pasta made in house, but would recommend if you're looking for Italian read more

Sangiovese Ristorante - Italian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Dining room was very dark,food was overpriced. We didn't care for our dinners, tortellini and scallopini alla piccata. Our friends liked their meals however read more

Great atmosphere for a celebration or romantic dinner. I started my meal with a Caesar salad with anchovies. The dressing was light and had a delicate hint of lemon. For the main course, I selected the Tortellini Alla Effie, a cheese tortellini with spinach, shrimp in a vodka cream sauce. Our server was wonderful and overall this was a great fine dining experience. read more

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Love the location in fishes but this one really let us down. We were sat at the bar and the service was terrible. We were the only table and our server was too busy conversing with the staff to both checking on We started with the Gamberi Alla Griglia it was truly delicious. Unfortunately our server removed it from our table before we were even finished eating it. My husband got the fettuccine with chicken and I decided to get the special, seafood ravioli. The Alfredo wasn't good, it wasn't as rich as you'd expect the chicken was fairly bland. I did enjoy the seafood ravioli. I think it was overpriced but delicious. We spent 100 on an appetizer two entrees and dessert the service and food just didn't match the price. I would venture to the fishers location. read more

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My lasagna was not good, however, I loved the blue cheese salad and the service was pretty good. Dark, sultry spot for a date or pre-drinks with freinds. read more

Sangiovese Ristorante - Italian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Great service! Kudos to Jessica! I reserved a table for 6:30 to have dinner with a friend. I've only been there for drinks, never for dinner. I love the vibe and speakeasy vibe. We had appetizers, drinks and dinner. The live and let die cocktails were amazing. The Bulleit Rye is infused in house. It was really, really, really good. We enjoyed all of our food. Our waitress Jessica was very attentive, kind and she also was helpful on their specials regarding what to choose. I love seafood so the bacon wrapped shrimp was really good. It's on the salty side but it pairs well with the salad that accompanied it. My meal was good as well. I had ravioli filled with seafood with a tomato sauce. It came out a little cold. They were really nice about tossing it again but I was so hungry that I just rolled with it. Other than that we enjoyed our evening. I would definitely suggest this place. I'll be back for that cocktail for sure! Great place to hang out with friends or for a date night. Prices are reasonable and the staff was very professional and accommodating. read more

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Very quiet and nice inside. The service was good all dinner long. Good wine menu and so many delicious options. We had the muscles and fried ravioli for appetizers and they were both great. The burrata salad was lovely, with a nice creamy center. My husband got the oso buco and it was fall off the bone perfect, but quite pricey. I got the tortilini and it was pretty good by soooo salty. The dessert menu looked great but we were too full to have anything more. Lovely place all around and might come back when in town. read more

Great waitress, Sandra, tasty food and a very calm and warm atmosphere. Reservation is highly recommended as the hostess will know if there is a special occasion read more

just ate here and it was alright! the gluten free pasta was good and i had the sun dried tomato, caper, chicken pasta and it was yummy! a little too salty for my taste but other than that it was great. came out cold the first time but they gave me a heated one right away. also had the caprese salad. unfortunately the tomato soup was not gluten free :( it happens ‍ the service and ambiance were both great. loved the waiter and how attentive he was. read more

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Ambiance- Smaller than I was expecting, but overall I felt like we had enough distance from other tables and the lighting was good. Service- the waiter was kind & attentive, I wish we would have gotten some Parmesan for our complimentary bread (to mix with the olive oil) don't know if this was necessarily his fault or not though. Probably just the way the restaurant runs. Drinks- drinks were good. We got a Pinot noir, vodka lemonade, and a dessert martini. Drinks were on the stronger side- I would hope so as they were 14 dollar drinks. Food- we started off with the mussels in the broth. The broth was delicious, very lemony and garlicky (we ended up dipping our bread in it!) and the mussels were average, had a slightly fishier, sea taste to them then preferred. We are in Indiana though, so can't expect the best seafood. We then got the special for the night (a penne pasta with smoked paprika sauce, Italian sausage, shrimp, and peas) the dish was nice and flavorful. Nothing to write home about but was a good choice. We also got the Rosticciana and WOW! Now that was the star of the show. It was bursting with flavor, had the perfect amount of saltiness, and the textures and flavors of the pork loin, Italian sausage, and Gorgonzola sauce complimented eachother well. The mashed potatoes were perfectly seasoned and well whipped, dense, but fluffy at the same time. The green beans were a nice palette cleanser, possibly grilled and brushed with butter, nothing too fancy. We ended with the chocolate mousse cake which was delicious. Very light and chocolates. Additional thoughts: I would go back here. There was no wait and we had no reservation. Giving 5 stars but here is where I would pick up the slack: give people Parmesan with their bread. Source some better mussels. Overall the price for what you get is great. Big portions at an affordable price for a pretty nice restaurant. Didn't have to wait either without a reservation. read more

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One of my favorite places to eat! I love the crab bisque and service is impeccable as always. I would recommend getting ciroc or hangar 1 because they are best for martinis. read more

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We went here for a friends birthday dinner and we definitely felt special with how the server recognized we were there for a celebration. I had the friend ravioli for an appetizer and the chicken parm for my main meal and both were so good :) the moscato was also so fire! It's a cozy little spot that feels like fine dining. read more

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This is the closest to authentic Italian food we found in the Indianapolis area. The ingredients are always fresh, the sauce is always on point and the food is always cooked to perfection. It's a small intimate restaurant so it's never over crowded and the staff is always polite. This restaurant is great for date night, fine dining or if you're celebrating a special occasion. This is one of our favorite spots. If you're considering taking the kiddos I would check the menu before you go because although kids are welcome they did removed the pizza off the menu but they do offer butter noodles, ravioli, spaghetti and alfredo noodles with sauce and if your kids play over their food a family outing can become kinda pricey. read more

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Great food and awesome service. We were celebrating my daughter's 10 year anniversary and had reservations at a popular Italian restaurant. Not going to name them but we were disappointed with the snooty wait staff so left without ordering. We drove over to Sangiovese and had a great evening. Andrew ( our sever) was responsive, attentive and welcoming. The food was incredible. And the warm service was icing on the cake. Glad we chose to come here. We didn't take pics of all the food. The toasted ravioli, calamari and meatballs were outstanding. They brought out a piece of Tiramisu with a candle that was a nice touch on my daughter's anniversary. Going to bookmark this restaurant for future. read more

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It's so hard to find a nice Italian bread that serves the table free bread, but not here!! The food was rich, fresh, comforting, and excellent during our last few dining experiences! Sangiovese always delivers - if you're looking for a new date night spot, this is the place. I highly recommend the farfalle con funghi - so flavorful and perfectly cooked all around. The bruschetta is also wonderful. I will warn that the goat cheese appetizer and bruschetta come with a lot of bread, so get ready to go home with plenty of leftovers (their food reheats well). Service is always impeccable. read more

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We loved the decor & ambience. Our server was fantastic! I had a glass of Sangiovese red wine, which was great. We had the fettuccine Alfredo & lasagna alla bolognese. Both were delicious. read more

Sangiovese Ristorante - Fettuccini Alfredo. Very creamy. - Italian Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I have no known Italian ancestry, despite my good looks. I'm just an olive-skinned American, but in my youth, I spent copious amounts of time at the home of my best friend's Neopolitan nonna. Nonna had discerning tastes and strong opinions regarding Italian food, and needless to say, we didn't eat at Olive Garden. While she's been gone for 20 years, and I doubt she ate at Sangiovese, she'd certainly approve. Sangiovese opened in 1994 - old enough to be considered an Indianapolis mainstay. Despite its longevity, it has a new home in the Ironworks district. Even though the building is new, the diner still gets a nostalgic feeling upon entrance. The dining room is perfectly dimmed - enough so that Michael Corleone could have conducted business with Sollozzo and McCluskey with anonymity. No old-fashioned toilets, though. For a restaurant, a perfect ambiance is meaningless if it doesn't serve equally terrific food. Sangiovese starts every meal with a basket (or two) of freshly baked Italian bread and provides plenty of olive oil and pepper for dipping. The menu is large enough to ensure many return visits without repetition. I'm partial to starting with the calamari fritti. It's large when shared between two people, so bring the whole family. The restaurant serves many Italian and Italian-American favorites. I come for the lasagna alla bolognese. It's a formidable portion, beautifully presented, and every bit as delicious as it looks. Sangiovese knows how to prepare a seafood dish. While they're not my first choice, my special lady recently got a seafood pasta special, and she really enjoyed it (as did I). The service at Sangiovese is excellent. If you dine here on a special occasion, be prepared for the royal treatment. Sangiovese: Mangia! Mangia! read more

We had a very nice dinner here on Sunday night of MEMORIAl day weekend. Really classy atmosphere, food was fantastic. The meatball app was awesome. We had lasagne, yum! The fettuccine was delicious. They serve warm bread with olive oil. They could have a few more beers on tap, only have 2. But you don't go here for beer. The bus boy was great, most personable bus boy I've ever seen. Added a nice touch to the evening. The waitress was very good as well. Overall a very pleasurable dining experience. read more

Definitely a very good Vibe, good service and very good food!!! Will most definitely be back!!! read more

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