I had friends from 4 different states come in from out of town who had never been to St. Elmo's. So I thought it would be a great place to go for dinner. Everyone loved the building and the history along with the atmosphere of the restaurant. Our server Tanner was amazing! Everyone's sides were great along with the shrimp cocktail of course. The reason for the 4 out of 5 stars is because one person's steak was brought to the table undercooked. Sure, that happens and usually isn't a big deal. But when the steak was brought back out it was way overcooked, burnt and tasted charred. So obviously, it wasn't edible. I think what was disappointing was the fact that the chef allowed the steak to be served like that. read more

What a great-old school steakhouse! The atmosphere is fantastic-lots of history! My server, Patrick, was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, personable, and had great suggestions. The shrimp cocktail is a must have! The steak was outstanding!!! I'll have to save room for dessert next time!!! read more

excellent food combined with excellent service. Always a must stop when you visit Indianapolis.

It's a must go when your in downtown Indianapolis. It's the oldest steak house in the city. We went for Sunday dinner, they have happy hour on Sundays if you want to get the famous St. Elmo's cola; which we did and it's great with regular coke or Diet Coke. The service is top notch and the dinning space is warm and comfortable, we were seated by the front window so we could watch the city. The famous shrimp cocktail, gotta get it. We had ribeyes they were wonderful. My opinion is the food, service, and history are worth the price. My tip is: This is a nice place, so treat it as such, dress up a little it will make the whole experience feel special. read more

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A very nice steakhouse oozing with history and charm. The dining room is geoegous. Service was spot on (Mark). Cocktails were innovative spins on classics. Shrimp Cocktail was the best I have ever had, particularly the cocktail sauce; but beware of the kick. Steaks were cooked and seasoned perfectly. I split a charred medium-rare dry aged ribeye and another guest had the flat iron. Mushrooms and creamed spinach were steakhouse examples and delicious. A few issues dinged them a star: Food temperature needs to be hotter on the soup and sides. I'm not a fan of the 1/2 carafe of room temp water left on the table rather than our waiter refilling glasses. Steak knives were not sharp. Light cardstock paper menu with no cover. Using a Toast handheld POS to take orders at the table. One last thing, the restaurant does not have a dress code and I understand that this may be necessary in today's casual environment. However, several patrons dining at the restaurant were in t-shirts, sweats, and baseball caps. I must be from a different era as I find this disrespectful to this classic establishment. read more

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I was in town briefly last month and learned that this popular historic steakhouse would be open for lunch. Normally, they operate only during dinner time, however whenever Indianapolis is hosting a major event, St. Elmo Steak House extends their business hours to take advantage of the influx of visitors like me. There are plenty of restaurants in downtown, but not many are designated as a National Register of Historic Place like this spot which opened in 1902. I made a reservation on OpenTable to guarantee a seat during the mid-afternoon. There was no line that extended outside to the sidewalk, but when you entered the premises, the bar area was completely packed with sports fans. I walked to the main hostess stand to let the staff know that I was present. Within a few moments, I was instructed to proceed to a flashing blue light near the back of the room where a secondary hostess stand existed. There must have been at least three separate dining areas, and I was escorted to a two-top table in the one farthest from the bar. The ambiance was certainly old school with dim lighting, dark colored wood, and white tablecloths at each setting. A basket of complimentary bread of various types and herbed butter were provided while I looked at the menu. I'm accustomed to multi-page offerings at upscale steakhouses, but here the choices were condensed to one page across the categories of Starter, Salads, Sides, Chops & Chicken, Seafood, and Steaks. The only starter listed was their world-famous Shrimp Cocktail so I chose that item to begin my meal. There were four jumbo shrimp served with a signature cocktail sauce. I should have read the reviews before visiting because the sauce was extremely spicy. I have never tasted that much horseradish in a cocktail sauce. Kudos to anyone who can finish all of the sauce with the shrimp as the taste was harsh to my sinuses. I wasn't impressed by the presentation as the shrimp were covered by the sauce inside a metal vessel that could have doubled as an ice cream dish. For an entree, I selected the 8 oz Filet Mignon cooked medium rare as my preference. The tender, center-cut was grilled perfectly and served with navy bean soup (my pick) or tomato juice and a choice of baked potato, fresh-cut fries, redskin mashed potatoes (my pick), or sautéed French green beans. The soup was hearty and not too salty while the mashed potatoes were ordinary. I honestly enjoyed the soup and bread more so than the steak and shrimp cocktail. While the service was great, what kept me from rating my dining experience at St. Elmo Steak House higher was the disappointment with the shrimp cocktail. At a price of $21.95, it was overly pricey even for the standards in my West Coast hometown. I believe they used to offer five shrimp in a serving, but that was reduced by one which made the value even less appealing. read more

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I realize most reviews are about the steaks and well known shrimp cocktail. However, I had the opportunity to sit at the bar for an evening night cap. My observations were focused on the serving staff. Not only does this group function as a well oiled machine, but they truly focus on making it the best customer experience. Five start professionals in the service industry and a clear factor in the success of this establish. By the way, excellent bourbon menu and my old fashion was spectacular. read more

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Wow! This was the best meal I had in while! Start to finish, each course was exquisite. The stafff went above and beyond to made us have a wonderful experience. Had the shrimp cocktail as appetizer and this was the most delicious I've ever had. The main course, rib eye steak was cooked to perfection, perfectly seasoned and melted in my mouth. My daughter had the filet mignon and she really enjoyed it. The restaurant was packed but that didn't delay the food to come out . This place is a must every time we'll be in Indianapolis! read more

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We came to St Elmo's steakhouse all the way from Phoenix AZ during Final Four weekend and this place is outstanding! Given how busy this weekend was, they were able to accommodate our walk-in reservation and served us amazing steaks and shrimp cocktail along with excellent wine selection. What stood out for me out of everything in this restaurant is how incredible the STAFF is here! 10/10 restaurant if you are looking for a special experience! read more

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Had such a great experience at St. Elmo Steak House. We shared the cowboy ribeye and wedge salad, and both were seriously so good--the steak was perfectly cooked and full of flavor, and the salad was fresh and crisp. The ambiance has that classic, established feel that makes the whole night feel a little more special, and the service was outstanding throughout. Would absolutely go back. read more

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My husband and I decided that we had not been to St Elmo's in some period of time. We made reservations, a must. With all the convention and sports business it is not easy to get seating It was a thrill. It is more than the steaks. It is the ambiance and servers. We were greeted by a valet. The only way to go as there is no parking for blocks Inside the restaurant we were greeted and taken to a gentleman that handed us menus, asked if we wanted us to place drink orders. We did and then our waiter, Peter appeared. He was charming and asked questions that indicated he was getting to know us. Did I say he was charming? We were seated in a room that had walnut paneling, of course white table cloths. Although other groups were seated in the room it was not loud and seemed intimate. First the hot as heck, shrimp cocktail. We had our sauce on the side. Delicious and of course, their speciality We ordered the rib steak, Pittsburgh with a rare center. It was perfect. Chopped salad and mushrooms Wonderful. Then dessert and coffee. Oh my gosh the chocolate mousse with Oreo crust was to die for. Our waiter wanted to know if we were pleased "of course". Then he explained he would love to serve us again and the staff put his name in our reservation record The whole evening was perfect. Not one single complaint. Well maybe one, they need to cu bigger pieces of the mousse (kidding) It took less than 5 minutes to get our car Will I go back, you betcha. Much better than other steak houses in town. Making Christmas reservations now As a side note someone told me they were expecting a full house. Up to 700 diners and yet we did not feel slighted in anyway. It is indeed a wonderful and delicious legend for the city! read more

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Excellent meal, ambiance, and service. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and we'd highly recommend anyone visiting indie to grab a reservation and enjoy St. Elmo's! read more

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St. Elmo Steak House truly is the Granddaddy of them all when it comes to restaurants in Indiana. This is the spot you hear about on TV, from friends, and on the Internet. This is the spot that defines Indiana dining. Think of Gibsons Steakhouse in Chicago or Bern's Steak House in Tampa. I came here on a Sunday night after the Colts game. Most everyone was in Colts attire, but I know most other nights people like to dress up and be fancy here. There are a ton of different rooms, and at least another floor high. I like all of the old memorabilia and photos on the walls. You'll see lots of famous athletes, politicians, famous Indiana people, movie stars, etc. Up first, I had the $13 brussels sprouts!!!! Easily the best ones I've ever had in Indy. I loved all of the toppings and extra flavors going on. My only wish is that they were more charred. However, everything else was perfect. A super star score 9.3/10. I had a $16 espresso martini. It was just ok. Probably wouldn't get one again. For the main course I had the $74 12 oz filet mignon. As you would expect it was made to perfection. Absolutely loved it. As a side I ordered the $12 Mushrooms. They tasted exactly like Sullivan's Mushrooms. Also, liked these. Mom had the famous $21.95 St. Elmo Shrimp Cocktail. If you need your nose cleared up this is the dish for you. The cocktail sauce definitely delivers plenty of heat. I like the atmosphere. I like the food. There's a 1933 Lounge upstairs if you want to bring a date here. Everything about this spot is classic Indianapolis and why any local recommends this spot. Bucket list restaurant. read more

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WOW, a MUST place to eat or have a drink; truly an iconic steakhouse since 1902 in downtown Indy! Friendly, smiling service (thanks Chris!), casual ambience, strongly recommend reservations for lunch or dinner; the bar stool seating is 1st come. If you take a chance for walk-in bar or lounge, be prepared to wait during busy hours or events in town. Overall, 5.0 rated for my experience; I made the best of my standing room only dining with a window view ... food and drinks were top shelf! Not inexpensive, expect to pay $50-75pp for an entree, plus any extra sides or shareables, totally worth it! A signature item was their SHRIMP COCKTAIL - AWESOME as an app (for yourself or to share); 5 Jumbo peeled Shrimp "smothered" with house-made cocktail sauce ... each order prepared with freshly grated horseradish - YUM! Your first bite is a wake-up call, clearing your sinuses, but delicious and addicting (if a horseradish lover) cocktail sauce! It's the BEST I've ever consumed! I skipped the salad and went right to a small 8oz. center-cut filet prepared medium rare - cooked to perfection! I also opted for a "loaded" baked potato which was perfectly baked and paired well with my Steak and glass of Cabernet - amazing and tasty meal that hits the spot!! St. Elmo's is definitely a worthwhile dining experience if in Indianapolis. I loved it and will be back soon, even if just passing through town! Cheers, ENJOY!!! read more

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I ordered: 1. 14 oz Ribeye, wet aged 25-30 days - redskin mashed potatoes, tomato juice +Oscar style - Alaskan king crab, asparagus, bearnaise sauce 2. St. Elmo Shrimp Cocktail - 4 jumbo shrimp, spicy, signature cocktail sauce 14 oz (not prime) ribeye great for the value! Cooked medium rare as requested and flavor is decent. Tenderness/texture isn't legendary or award winning but maybe that's because it isn't a prime cut? Mashed potatoes was textbook and comforting. Tomato juice was refreshing and a good idea. I wouldn't recommend Oscar style - $30 for a small clump of crab, asparagus, and sauce isn't worth it. The jumbo shrimp was excellent, not rubbery. Cocktail sauce was a fun experience lol. No issues with service. Ambience is relaxing. read more

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We chose St. Elmo's to celebrate Christmas Eve this year since we had someone from out of town visiting and it was the perfect location! Started off with the house made onion rings, shrimp cocktail of course & my personal favorite... wedge salad, that wedge salad alone would make me come back over and over. I get mine without blue cheese and do Caesar dressing instead. It's so delicious. I love the bacon pieces! Every entree comes with navy bean soup or tomato juice, while I do love the navy bean soup the tomato juice was so fresh and tasty with the lemon squeeze! For dinner we had crab stuffed shrimp, it was good but the linguine in the center was lacking flavor, my husbands lamb dish was delicious and I love to eat their mashed potatoes and add horseradish! Next time I would definitely get the steak as I have in the past or I'd try out the lamb. The real star of the show..I mean in addition to the wedge salad and tomato juice was our server Kyle Z!! He was so great and made our dining experience even better. Professional while being personable. We would definitely request him next time, he was so knowledgeable about the restaurant and offered recommendations. I love the different rooms, I think we were in the New York room and I just learned there's also a basement! Highly encourage you to end your dinner with the chocolate mousse cake. Thank me later read more

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I recently took a group of three to St. Elmo Steak House while visiting Indianapolis, and overall, it was a memorable experience with a few notable drawbacks. Making reservations a month in advance was simple and seamless, and we were seated immediately upon arrival, which set a great tone for the evening. The service throughout the night was exceptional attentive, professional, and exactly what you'd expect from a restaurant with this kind of reputation. We started with the famous shrimp cocktail, which absolutely lived up to the hype. Bold, flavorful, and a must order for anyone visiting. For soups, the lobster bisque and navy bean soup were both well executed and added to the strong start. For entrées, one guest ordered the stuffed shrimp, while two of us opted for the ribeye. Unfortunately, this is where the experience dipped slightly. Both ribeyes were tougher than expected and fell short of the standard you'd anticipate from a steakhouse of this caliber. It was a bit of a disappointment, especially given how strong everything else had been up to that point. That said, the overall experience, atmosphere, and top tier service still make St. Elmo Steak House worth visiting. I'll actually be returning next month for another event and plan to try the filet instead, which I'm hopeful will better match the restaurant's reputation. Even with the issue on the steaks, I'd still rate this a solid 4 stars. read more

Server Brian was friendly and knowledgeable. His recommendations were excellent. Temp of steak, as example. Greetings by door/bar very hospitable. Seating hostess not particularly pleasant. Corner table - tucked against the wall was tight; dining was noisy once tables filled in. Food - steak ... perfection. Navy bean soup a bit grisly/ chewy and not really hot. Shrimp was enjoyed & spicy with horseradish. Bread was nice and warm. Baked potato was just ok - wouldn't get it again. Had to pass on dessert - perhaps next time! read more

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Very calm and relaxing ambiance giving vintage steakhouse and white table clothes. My server was very good to care of everything and very informative. My drink was decent but Caesar was amazing ! My steak was cook to perfection! read more

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First off, as everyone says the shrimp cocktail is legendary. It's one of those things that is a bit of a right of passage when visiting Saint Elmo. There were many large tables booked on the evening we visited, and the restaurant was absolutely packed upstairs and down when we visited. I know this for certain because I knew many of the people throughout the restaurant all with their respective groups. The service is impeccable. The food, when ordered, arrives at the table relatively rapidly. The kitchen must, as a necessity, be well managed in order to serve this volume of people in such a rapid fashion and with such high quality. All of it appeared to be prepared with a high level of skill and not only did it taste wonderful, but the visual presentation was top notch. Saint Elmo is one of the nationally known steakhouses among beef aficionados. It is a destination restaurant for many, and a fine reason as any to visit Indianappolis. I look forward to a return visit. read more

What a great experience at St Elmo! I had the chopped steak and I would say that's the best and most amazing/unique item on the menu!! Flavor bomb!! My colleague got the filet and mashed potatoes which were delicious. We also had the famous shrimp cocktail. It's very very very very horseradish forward with a tiny bit of cocktail sauce. But the shrimp were yummy. Bread service is nice, not something a lot of places do anymore. We finished with espresso martinis that were the BEST I've ever had! Highly recommend St Elmo! read more

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St. Elmo's has the best food, best service and the best repeatable experience in Indianapolis. I've been coming here for years...the food is always delicious and full of flavor! The service is second to none! The restaurant is cozy and inviting and you'll always enjoy your time here! Don't miss their famous spring cocktail. There's nothing else like it in the world. An extensive wine collection, classic cocktails and of course, delectable desserts. Always the best, always perfection. read more

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I was in Indianapolis for work and needed a solid dinner spot for just me. Given its history and reputation, I knew getting a seat would be a long shot, but I lucked out with a perfect corner bar seat right in front of one of the few TVs, so I got to watch MNF while I ate. The famous blow your face off spicy shrimp cocktail absolutely earns the reputation. I felt like I WAS the horseradish. If you maybe only kind of like it spicy, you have to order it. Don't be a baby. The lemon helps. For my main, I went with the ribeye, medium rare, and it was excellent -- simple prep and nicely cooked. It came with one of two soups (I got the bean soup which I would recommend for you) and although I really wanted the baked potato I got the green beans, which were also very tasty. I really appreciate when a steak actually comes with sides instead of having to order family style sides. I started with an old fashioned, moved to red wine with the steak, and finished with a port...and think that's a good way to order and space out the drinks. If you want to go, definitely make a reservation or be ready to wait at the bar. I got lucky. While I wouldn't make a trip to Indy JUST to come here, I'd absolutely come back next time I'm in town. read more

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I had a reservation for two at 7 pm this evening. Very poor service, the restaurant could not manage to serve two small filets before 8 pm so we left. Big groups seems to be the restaurant's forte. Avoid if you are a small party. Have been in large groups with business associates previously. Very Disappointed. Stayed in Downtown Indy in large measure to have dinner ar St. Elmo's. A Texas Roadhouse on I-65 would have been a better choice. read more

The food was great the waitress was not good at all, we have visited St. Elmo's several times and the food is always great, I ordered a drink and drank it and than I pored water for everyone because the waitress said she was bringing bread, she never did, didn't come back to check on us, don't get me wrong even the wait it was good, just not her. read more

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This Indianapolis classic steakhouse has been around for a very long time and I believe it achieved legendary status. I've heard of this place referenced over the years by lots of athletes and sport commentators (mostly football) who have mentioned they come to the place when they're in town. I've also heard of their famous shrimp cocktail. As a matter of fact, I listen to an LA based food podcast where the host mentioned he's creating a sandwich, for a food event in 2025, that's an homage to the shrimp cocktail here. Being the food tourist that I am, I made a reservation late on a Friday night for after an Indiana Fever game (this place is a five minute walk from the Gainbridge Fieldhouse) specifically to get the shrimp cocktail and the Elmo Cola. I thought about getting a steak, but I tend to get heart burn when I eat too much meat late at night and I had a whole weekend of eating my way through Indy. The vibe here is definitely classy, but not overly stuffy as to feel intimidated if you're not necessarily dressed up for a night on the town. I checked in a little early for my reservation and was able to get seated in a busy room with tables right away. I let me server know what I was there for and he was so kind and accommodating. I forget his name sadly (it was on 9/5/25), but I ordered my shrimp cocktail and Elmo Cola and told him I will be out shortly and not taking up the table for too long. He told me to relax, haha and actually gave me more recs for other places around town. The shrimp cocktail was no joke. I have a pretty high (non-oil based) tolerance for heat and the sauce here, packed with horseradish, clears the sinuses with each bite. The cocktail comes with at least four large prawns (I think) that is covered in their famous cocktail sauce. Such a fun and delicious bite. The Elmo Cola is basically made of Maker's Mark(?) bourbon that was infused with cherries and vanilla. This concoction is then poured into a class with ice and served with Coca-Cola. You can pour the Cola in yourself to your liking. Another fun food item! I really enjoyed my experience (albeit brief) at this fantastic classic old school steakhouse with fantastic service. Definitely a spot I would love to come back to and enjoy a nice, well prepared steak when I'm back in town. read more

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Guys, I wanted to love it, but I've had better; and before you come at me for the 3 star, I would have given it a 4 star, but within the hour visit, 4 different glasses were broke and it just wasn't a luxurious & relaxing experience that should come with that price tag. We also were caught off guard by a conversation at neighboring table that almost seemed confrontational between a staff member and a table of 2 couples. It was very close to us, but we couldn't understand what was going on due to it being loud in restaurant. Story time: We have been in the city for 3 years and it's been on our to do list to make it to St Elmo's, so for my husband's 30th birthday, we decided to make it happen. I reserved weeks in advance for a Saturday night 5:30pm spot. Upon arrival, we almost immediately got our seat although it was probably at about 90% capacity which is wonderful. I do wish I would have known about the valet prior as I would have opted for it. It was cheaper than the parking garage around the corner and would have been a nice perk for the occasion. The website doesn't guarantee the availability or price of valet. But over all, getting in was easy. After being seated, we met our waiter which was nice, but busy. Not too much explanation of options, but the menu is straight forward. My husband tried out the Elmo Cola which was pretty good, and of course, we had to try the cocktail shrimp just because. It was pretty good, but the horseradish will hit you on the back side. We scraped a lot of the sauce off. Then, our bean soup came out, which was one of my favorite parts. Salty, but full of flavor and delicious! I then ordered the filet mignon which had to be the best steak I've had in a while. The green beans were good, nothing special. My big thing is the sides. I almost didn't order an entree so I could have extra sides. I'm glad I did order the steak, because I was super disappointed with the king crab mac & cheese. Texture was ok and cheesiness was good, but the crab just didn't taste good to be in the Mac & cheese. And I've had really good seafood mac & cheese before. (I dream of the place I had in Sanibel Island 4 years ago.) My husband ordered the aged prime New York strip which he also thought was good but preferred my not aged steak after a few bites. The flavor is almost what I would describe as smokey?? The potato on the side was good as well. He also got the African lobster tail(not pictured). Again, we didn't really like it at all. Guys, I've had lobster from here to the east coast and never not loved it. It's never been African or grilled. Maybe that was my problem?? It appeared beautiful grilled(not burnt or tough),but almost tasted burnt to me? Disappointed. The hubs enjoyed the asparagus. Dessert though... 5 stars for the double chocolate mousse pie! Over all, the presentation was beautiful and the food was cooked well, but sadly, I just don't think it's one of my favorite places. Bowdies and Tony's would be preferred local places of ours. If I went back again, I'd jump at the Filet Mignon again, but try different sides. Maybe a salad, maybe a different hot side. I thought it was just me, but we had a big surprise party after and some of our friends reported similar opinions of the food. Regardless, I hope other visitors enjoy it more and thank you for the experience! read more

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I'm so full lol I haven't been here in years but the porterhouse medium is always and forever gorgeous and I apologize my phone didn't eat first cause I was starving and my brain was not functioning properly lol The loaded baked potato was sooooo soft though like what kind of spell work was put upon the ground on which they grew these???? The Caesar salad... smacking. Thanks crew, I don't know when I'll be back for a visit but... yeah it's another memorable visit to this oldie and forever goodie!! read more

Had the opportunity to visit two days in a row for work and enjoyed two of the best steaks I've had in my entire life -- SO GOOD. A word of caution on the shrimp cocktail sauce -- it will singe the inside of your nostrils if you aren't careful. I'm not a seafood fan, but couldn't taste anything with how spicy the sauce was. Interior is a collection of randomly connected rooms decorated in what feels like a 1940s collage of newspaper clippings, sports memorabilia, and photos. Unique vibe, but feels on par for the history of the restaurant. It's one of the most popular restaurants in the city for a reason--it's delicious. Make sure you get a reservation! read more

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Was in Indy for work and heard St. Elmo's was the place to be. Grabbed a reservation on a weeknight with a few coworkers. This place is massive. You don't realize how big it is until you're inside. The ambience was great. We loved seeing all of the pictures of celebrities on the wall. We ordered a few appetizers and salads and our meals came with soup. We loved everything we had and was excited for the Steak and Prime Rib. Surprisingly our steak and prime rib both came out cold. We didn't really enjoy the main's but loved the apps and sides. Hoping it was just an off night. read more

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Three of us hit St Elmo's around 4:15, so right at opening time. We had booked a table, but they sat us in the lounge upon our request - which was great, as they have a lounge food menu as well as the full dinner menu. Brett was our server, a 20+ year veteran of St Elmo's, and he was absolutely awesome. They make a fantastic ice cold vodka martini - that was a great start! We shared some plates from the lounge menu: of course, the shrimp cocktail, sliced New York strip, and seared tuna. Unfortunately, the lounge version of the tuna was "out," so we had to order the more expensive dinner portion - which I assume was also larger. Bread service was off the charts z- especially the cheesy flatbread (?) ... it was so good that Brett brought us a refill on it! The shrimp cocktail is as advertised... huge horseradish bomb! It's good, but at $5 a shrimp, not the best value IMO. The sliced NY Strip was very good, cooked perfectly and came with a nice bourbon peppercorn sauce. Parmesan crisps accompanied the steak. The seared tuna was perfectly rare, came with white rice and had a nice soy dipping sauce. We shared a chocolate mousse pie which was yummy! Overall, it's a great experience if you're in downtown Indy... the lounge is a fun place plus you have the lounge food options too. Food quality and service is 5-star, but value dropped it overall to 4-star for me... I'd go 4.5 if I could. However, I would definitely go back! read more

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Food is ten stars. Service is even better. Ambience is that of an establishment that's been around 123 years. A bottle of wine from 1902 for proof. Ten thousand plus bottles of wine in the cellar. The Porter House was just the best steak I've ever had in my life. Go for the shrimp cocktail if you like spicy. All of the sides are mega portions from the potatoes to the steak. You can't go wrong. I can't compare it to any other. Worth every penny. Whatever you do, make sure you've got reservations. This place has a basement. The staff are among the most professional. Even the onion rings blow any other place out of the water. Exquisite food, fine dining at its peak. Thank you so much for the special service and hospitality. The food will stay with me forever in my memories. read more

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This steak house is beyond amazing. From the rich wood decor to the wonderful service this establishment is top notch. They are known for their navy bean soup as well. I think soup should be a food group and I was very impressed with its velvety texture. I dined on the crab stuffed shrimp. Great flavor and the shrimp were perfectly cooked. It is a definite must go place. read more

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Entire experience was outstanding! Eddie was an excellent server - friendly and attentive. Food was truly incredible. The star of the show was the filet mignon - med rare. It was cooked perfectly- baked potato, lobster bisque, and shrimp cocktail were all excellent as well. Highly recommend a visit to St. Elmo's! read more

St. Elmo Steak House - Shrimp cocktail, lobster bisque, and filet mignon. - Steakhouses Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This steakhouse is one of Indianapolis's oldest and most prestigious, conveniently located in the heart of the city center with valet parking available. The restaurant is spacious, featuring three dining areas and a bar, but its unique charm means reservations are almost always required, and tables are often fully booked. Established in 1902, the walls of the hallways are adorned with historical photographs, witnessing the visits of many celebrities and diners. While it may not be the absolute best in terms of taste, its unique historical atmosphere, warm service, and lively interaction among customers undeniably create a sense of warmth and nostalgia for every diner. read more

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So good!! Incredible service. There was never a dirty plate or silverware on the table. Never an empty glass. The food was cooked perfectly. We got the steak and seafood Angeline. Started off with the shrimp cocktail of course. So so good. read more

St. Elmo Steak House - Shrimp cocktail. Get ready for your head to BANG! It's hurts so good! - Steakhouses Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Been here twice already & for good reason. It's a super busy place with no surprise. The food & drinks are simply amazing. The bartenders know their craft very well & are great to talk to. It's really laid back, anyone would feel comfortable here. read more

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St Elmo's is one of the most unique dining experiences in the country. The restaurant has been open decades, with some of the employees (they're listed on the backs of the menus) having 35-year plus tenure. It's an institution, and in a good way. I had the iconic shrimp cocktail - massive shrimps covered, very heartily, in a delicious cocktail sauce whose horseradish comes from their own farm in southern Illinois. My nasal passages sufficiently cleared, I had the dry aged NY Strip with peppercorn sauce on the side. Both were done to perfection - also had an order of the sautéed mushrooms, also delicious. And accompanied with a Chateau Montelena cab, pulled from the region's largest wine cellar with over 2,000 premium bottles to choose from. Service was on point, and the reservations staff worked very hard to secure a 13-person table on a Saturday night - they were a pleasure to work with. I returned to St Elmo's to find it still going strong, one of the most classic dining experiences in the country. You cannot create a more classic, old school, vibrant atmosphere. Absolutely recommend - five stars. read more

We were in town for a large conference, FDIC, and were taking clients to dinner. We've been to St. Elmo's before with decent service and food. Seven of us at the table ordered the Ribeye. It was the absolute, bar none, worst piece of meat I've ever experienced. Not one of us, seven of us, could cut our steak with the provided steak knives. Not one of us at our steaks. This is a "steak house" so how the heck is it that with all their experience they allowed this "meat" to be served? read more

I might catch some heat for this, but I'd say that St. Elmo's was fine. If you're visiting Indy or have never been, you have to go. Period. The bread that comes to each table was some of the best, most flavorful bread I've ever had and that was a highlight of the meal. The shrimp cocktail and the punch it packs is a must. The filet was perfectly tender, though cooked on the lower end of what I asked for. The accompanying bourbon peppercorn sauce was delicious. However, I felt like it lacked seasoning. I was expected to be blown away and left somewhat disappointed, especially for a $250 meal. Of course, our server was attentive, though somewhat snobby in answering the two questions I had. I'd always recommend Harry & Izzy's or 1933 Lounge in Fishers for lunch or early evening as they offer pretty much the same experience (since they're linked to St. Elmo's), at a lower price point. read more

St. Elmo Steak House - Filet mignon, bourbon peppercorn sauce, mashed potatoes - Steakhouses Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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