melting pot
Ethnic eats find a hub in Fountain Square
Just a mile southeast of downtown Indianapolis, the artsy enclave of Fountain Square is among the city’s most in-demand dining destinations for all sorts of ethnic cuisines. A host of restaurants stand ready to satisfy any food craving. Eat your way through the neighborhood starting with our list of can’t-miss spots.
BY AMY LYNCH PHOTOS COURTESY OF RESTAURANTS
Mama Irma Restaurant One of the few Peruvian places in the city, Mama Irma has an impressive offering of traditional South American ceviches, soups, stews and seafood. Steak-based plates like the lomo saltado sirloin tips and the tallarin con Huancaina steak and spaghetti are delicious, but the papa rellena is the dish to try—picture a crisp, lightly fried crust of mashed potatoes wrapped around a filling of ground beef, eggs and olives. 1058 Virginia Ave.; 317-423-2421
Parihuela (a seafood soup, below left) and picante de mariscos (a peruvian stirfry) at Mama Irma.
Revolucion’s veggie tacos with back beans, grilled zucchini and squash, and roasted red peppers.
Revolución This unusual taqueria/tiki bar hybrid excels at fresh tortilla chips served with chunky guacamole and stripped-down street tacos stuffed full of savory carne asada, grilled tilapia, tender pork, chicken or seafood garnished with any number of sauces and salsas, all made in house. Whatever you order, wash it down with the spicy house specialty margarita with a chili powder–dusted rim. 1132 E. Prospect St.; 317-423-9490
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edible indy
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