Mama Corolla's Old Italian Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

1. Mama Corolla's Old Italian Restaurant

9.2
1031 E 54th St, Indianapolis, IN
Italian Restaurant · Meridian Kessler · 46 tips and reviews

Candace N.Candace Nicholson: Beautiful atmosphere. Great for a first date. Not too intimate, but not too crowded.

JTJT: Very homey American Italian with yummy fresh bread

Scott B.Scott Byerly: Watch out and make sure your entire party is present when you arrive. No call ahead seating or reservations taken. Their house policy is not to seat you until your entire party had arrived.

Cafe Audrey is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

2. Cafe Audrey

8.5
9134 Otis Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46216, Indianapolis, IN
American Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

Audra H.Audra Hodgin: We loved the cozy atmosphere.

Just Another MikeJust Another Mike: LOVE this place! Eclectic and intimate. Try the apple walnut pancakes - yummy

CS_just_CSCS_just_CS: Good food, friendly service. Breakfast has been good every time. Will definitely have to get back here for lunch or dinner.

Saffron Cafe is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

3. Saffron Cafe

7.7
621 Fort Wayne Ave (at E. North St.), Indianapolis, IN
Moroccan Restaurant · Downtown Indianapolis · 26 tips and reviews

Aaron L.Aaron Laramore: The Saffron Cafe is a lovely, intimate restaurant, perfect for a nice dinner for two or a dinner party with couple friends. My wife and I meet there for lunch on occasion. A lovely little spot.

Jenny P.Jenny Pollock: It was great had a homey feel because its so small. Be adventurous I feel like its one of those places where everything on the menus is good!

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: This lavishly appointed, intimate cafe offers Moroccan staples with wine & occasional live lute music.

Hotel Tango Artisan Distillery is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

4. Hotel Tango Artisan Distillery

9.2
702 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis, IN
Distillery · Fletcher Place · 18 tips and reviews

Erin B.Erin Barnett Nichols: Wonderful building and atmosphere! The staff will be happy to tell you about the history of this old carriage repair shop/warehouse. There is a GIANT fireplace in the middle. So cozy!!

John P.John Power: Cozy, active fireplace with 4 areas to sit by - middle of entry way. The music selection was on point too.

Susan I.Susan Ingram: What WAS Marks Star Wars themed drink? It was great! So was the pear drink!

Caplinger's Fresh Catch Seafood Market is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

5. Caplinger's Fresh Catch Seafood Market

8.4
7460 N Shadeland Ave (75th), Indianapolis, IN
Seafood Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews

Jim M.Jim Morgan: Great food, small venue, nothing fancy but one of our new favorites. Had fried clams last night, best I have ever had.

Randy G.Randy Gillespie: Great fishmarket, fish sandwiches, seafood delights!

Ashish K.Ashish Kalgaonkar: It all amazing stuff. Just know that even for take out you can spend over 45 minutes to get your meal. Make sure you call ahead and order or plan to just sit down (if you can find the space).

Paco's Taqueria is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

6. Paco's Taqueria

9.2
4340 N. Keystone (44th St.), Indianapolis, IN
Mexican Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

Bill H.Bill Hendrix: a homey place without frills, but the food is excellent and the prices are right.

SarahSarah: WOW. Awesome and tasty food. Huge burritos, try the chipotle salsa- very spicy. Carryout only after 8pm though.

Zach P.Zach Petersen: This place is excellent. Plus, they have Mexican Coca-Cola!

St Elmo's 1933 Lounge is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

7. St Elmo's 1933 Lounge

8.7
127 S Illinois St (above St Elmo's Steakhouse), Indianapolis, IN
Speakeasy · Downtown Indianapolis · 21 tips and reviews

Debbie K.Debbie K: Beautiful, cozy and awesome drinks!

Jake S.Jake Smith: Sit at the bar and order a drink (not a beer)! Great spot if you're waiting for a table at the steakhouse or if you've just finished there.

Matt B.Matt Barbini: Don't even read the menu. Just get the sliders and mac and cheese.... Okay fine read the menu for the drinks but skip the last page where the food is because you're getting the sliders and mac.

Yats is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

8. Yats

9.0
5365 College Ave (at E 54th St), Indianapolis, IN
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · Meridian Kessler · 90 tips and reviews

Lauren T.Lauren T: Definitely one of THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN INDY! I get white chicken chili usually, but the drunk chicken is AMAZING. Great people and great food, very cozy small business feel.

Ashton K.Ashton Kleemann: Etoufee chili cheese with crawfish and the veggie B&B are my go-to's

Erica T.Erica T: Chili Cheese Etouffée is the most delicious thing i've ever eaten.

Hubbard & Cravens Coffee and Tea is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

9. Hubbard & Cravens Coffee and Tea

8.6
4930 N Pennsylvania St (E 50th Street), Indianapolis, IN
Coffee Shop · Meridian Kessler · 30 tips and reviews

Heather H.Heather Hayward: Great place to study! Cozy, quiet atmosphere!

Maria A.Maria Alviz: A great Starbucks alternative! A quaint coffee shop with great pastries and quick bites to eat! Of course, their coffee and tea is amazing.

Courtney R.Courtney Rowe: Wifi password: coffeeisgood

Calvin Fletcher's Coffee Company is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

10. Calvin Fletcher's Coffee Company

8.4
647 Virginia Ave (at College Ave), Indianapolis, IN
Coffee Shop · Fletcher Place · 85 tips and reviews

Julie B.Julie Bush: Great local coffee house - friendly staff - great mix of peeps from all walks if life - breakfast sandwiches - lunch sandwiches - baked goods - cozy and always clean and neat.

AlifAlif: The Fletcher Place blend is my favorite. The atmosphere is cozy and beautiful. The service is great.

Jes N.Jes Nijjer: Quite easily the best chai in town.

Tomlinson Tap Room is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

11. Tomlinson Tap Room

8.9
222 E Market St (btwn N Delaware & N Alabama St), Indianapolis, IN
Bar · Downtown Indianapolis · 23 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Tomlinson Tap Room offers an intimate atmosphere as comfortable as your favorite chair—a perfect respite after a long day at work or as a weekend spot to gather with friends.

Zach S.Zach Steiner: Great local beer list. Try the pickles!

Brenda B.Brenda Barrett: Mondays $4.00 beers!! Get your drink on...

Yolk. is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

12. Yolk.

9.0
220 E South St (Alabama), Indianapolis, IN
Breakfast Spot · Downtown Indianapolis · 26 tips and reviews

Luna La C.Luna La Creme: I loved it!! 😍😍 Perfect Benedict, awesome coffee and super friendly service! Very recommended

Cindy R.Cindy Robbins: Lots of veg egg options - great side of fruit too but, feels a bit like a chain (although not really)

Shelby B.Shelby Brown: Chicken and waffles come smothered in gravy, with little bacon bites baked into the waffle batter ! But you really can’t go wrong with one of their amazing omelette creations 😍

The Cake Bake Shop is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

13. The Cake Bake Shop

8.6
6515 Carrollton Ave (65th Street), Indianapolis, IN
Bakery · Broad Ripple · 21 tips and reviews

Natasha S.Natasha Shallon: Best spot in the city for a mommy daughter date, like visiting "a real princess castle". Cake, adorable cookies & milk for kiddos. Decor is even more magical over the holidays. It is expensive though!

Gwendolyn R.Gwendolyn Rogers: Retail location opening June 2013

Dana P.Dana Parker: Macarons, croissants, cakes, all the pastries you can dream of!

The Melting Pot is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

14. The Melting Pot

8.6
5650 E 86th St Ste A (at Castleton Corner Dr), Indianapolis, IN
Fondue Restaurant · Castleton · 20 tips and reviews

Jonathan S.Jonathan Smith: Get the 4 course so you can try cheese, salad, entree and dessert. Better yet, just start with dessert!

G. R.G. Rock: Wisconsin cheese is fantastic.

Sarah O.Sarah Oliver: Try the smores chocolate fondue, it is to die for!

Ball & Biscuit is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Indianapolis.

15. Ball & Biscuit

8.5
331 Massachusetts Ave (at E New York St.), Indianapolis, IN
Cocktail Bar · Downtown Indianapolis · 77 tips and reviews

Erin C.Erin Carrico: Great atmosphere....very cozy

Gregory G.Gregory Goodin: Best cocktails in the city with a tremendous cheese menu.

Zachari W.Zachari Wilks: You'll Generally Find Scott, JB, Joe, or Zach serving up awesome drinks!