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Courses Restaurant, Indianapolis, IN

Courses Restaurant

4.9
4.9
235 Reviews
$30 and under
International

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2 people
19:00
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for business meals
Come join us at Courses Restaurant at Ivy Tech Community College, offering a unique experience where guests dine in a gorgeous Mahogany restaurant that looks out on the beautiful Indianapolis skyline. Guests are served and have the opportunity to support Hospitality Program students while enjoying their dining experience. Our menu selections are centered around course of study for 1st 8 Wks - Specialized Cuisine and 2nd 8-Wks Classical French Cuisine. Menus items may change due to product availability/course objectives.

Due to course schedule Courses Restaurant is open Spring 2025 1st 8-Weeks (Lunch Only - Seating 11am-Noon) January 23,30, February 6,13 and 20. 2nd 8- Weeks for lunch (seating 11am-Noon) and dinner (seating 6-7pm) on 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17 (dinner only), 4/24 (lunch only), 5/1. Accepting reservations 90 days prior to dining date.


**If you have more than 4 guests in your group, please contact Indianapolis-Hospitality-Events@ivytech.edu for your reservation.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, French, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Thu 11:00–12:00 Dinner Thu 18:00–19:00
  • Phone number
    (317) 921-4638
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ivy Tech Culinary Students
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for your interest in Ivy Tech’s Hospitality Program! Courses is run in conjunction with specific classes. Wednesdays are set aside for lecture, demos, & prep. Thursdays are service days with reservations open to the public, or closed for private events. For questions or inquiries, email Indianapolis-Hospitality-Events@ivytech.edu
  • Location
    2820 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
  • Area
    Downtown Indy
  • Cross Street
    28th Street and North Meridian
  • Parking details
    The parking lot south of the building is free. If there are no open spots, you can also utilize the parking garage one block south of the building.
  • Public transit
    Get off at the Fall Creek/Ivy Tech Red Line stop and it's about a quarter mile/5 minute walk north to the building.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, View, Wine

Menu

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What 235 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 5Ambience
  • 5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Indiana

    Best Ambience

  • Indiana

    Best Value

  • Indiana

    Great for scenic views

  • Indiana

    Good for special occasions

  • Indianapolis

    Best Overall

  • Indianapolis

    Best Ambience

  • Indianapolis

    Best Value

  • Indianapolis

    Great for scenic views

  • Indianapolis

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Courses Restaurant at Ivy Tech offers an inviting atmosphere with stunning views. Guests consistently praise the "delicious and beautifully presented food" prepared by talented culinary students. While service is a learning opportunity for hospitality students, their "kindness and hard work" shine through. The restaurant's exceptional value and ever-evolving themed menu make it a "hidden gem in downtown Indianapolis."

235 Reviews

  1. Melinda

    Indiana

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We eat here several times each semester and today was probably the best main course I have had at Courses. The sauce on the Coq au Vin was fabulous with a rich flavor of various spices on the palette. The onions and ham added a nice change of texture. The smoked salmon appetizer was delicious but needed a second crostini for the amount of Brie and salmon on the plate. Wonderful flavor, though. The dessert was an interesting combo of flavors but the beets added a nice compliment to the crème brûlée. All in all, a delightful meal.

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  2. Maithilee

    VIP

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Courses is our favorite place to eat in Indianapolis! The food, service, and extra special care is always excellent. Dined here for my husband's birthday recently and everyone there was so wonderful. If you haven't checked out Courses, run don't walk!

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  3. Sean

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s important to remember that this is an all student ran restaurant. It is a fantastic place to eat.

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  4. Bruce

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always interesting to see what the Ivy Tech culinary group is doing. This meal was over the top. I encourage everyone to support the program.

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  5. Jan

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve been to Courses a number of times, mostly with friends. Today we introduced new friends to the dining experience. They thoroughly enjoyed everything about it. The service was great as was the food. It’s a joy to support our local culinary program. We plan to return as often as we can.

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  6. Beth

    VIP

    Indiana

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love coming here for lunch. But more importantly, I love bringing new people and showing them a new place for a great meal, but also a hidden gemin downtown Indianapolis.

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  7. Amy

    Indiana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Courses is a great restaurant for a low cost fine dinner experience while supporting the student run establishment.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the food and loved the atmosphere. Everyone very attentive and kind! Highly recommend!

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  9. Melinda

    Indiana

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wwe had an excellent server who graduates in December. She was very engaging and polished. Our food was well seasoned and well-presented. Overall, a delightful experience. We continue to wish we had survey cards to fill out for each dish presented. It would be such helpful feedback for the students.

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  10. Nicole

    Caribbean

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was impeccable and view is amazing. The students are learning how to be great servers but it will take time for them to understand how to deliver top tier service but they are kind and try really hard. There was a long strand of hair on the plate when I sat down. The waitress saw it and took it off the plate but did not change the plate. She did once I made the request. Allow for grace and tip well and you will have an awesome time. You can't beat the value.

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FAQs

Courses Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 235 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Google Map for Courses Restaurant

2820 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    28th Street and North Meridian
  • Area
    Downtown Indy
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Thu 11:00–12:00 Dinner Thu 18:00–19:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    International, French, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    The parking lot south of the building is free. If there are no open spots, you can also utilize the parking garage one block south of the building.
  • Public transit
    Get off at the Fall Creek/Ivy Tech Red Line stop and it's about a quarter mile/5 minute walk north to the building.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ivy Tech Culinary Students
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (317) 921-4638
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for your interest in Ivy Tech’s Hospitality Program! Courses is run in conjunction with specific classes. Wednesdays are set aside for lecture, demos, & prep. Thursdays are service days with reservations open to the public, or closed for private events. For questions or inquiries, email Indianapolis-Hospitality-Events@ivytech.edu
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