Indiana doesn’t depend on Indianapolis for a top-quality dining scene; cities like Carmel step up to the plate with a few heavy hitters of their own. Carmel’s selection of restaurants attract residents from nearby cities with a dining scene that can accommodate nearly any craving, be it surf or turf. Kincaid’s is a perennially popular choice for romantic evenings, while Mitchell’s satisfies seafood cravings with a variety of fresh-off-the-boat ingredients.
14159 Clay Terrace Blvd., Clay Terrace Mall, Carmel IN 46032
American, Seafood.
A warm and stylish interpretation of the traditional American fish, chop and steakhouse, Kincaid’s is a popular Carmel restaurant. The menu includes creative dishes like warm brie with macadamia nut crust & orange-blossom honey, filet mignon wellington, herb crusted pork loin, twice-roasted herb-stuffed chicken, albacore poke tartare, smoked salmon bisque, and Maine lobster three ways.
Kona Grill
14395 Clay Terrace Blvd., Clay Terrace Mall, Carmel IN 46032
Contemporary American.
A contemporary Carmel, IN restaurant, the Kona Grill offers an exceptional, yet affordable, dining experience. The menu includes creative American cuisine like the signature macadamia nut chicken, as well as a wide variety of internationally influenced dishes, including an award-winning sushi selection.
Mitchell's Fish Market - Carmel
14311 Clay Terrace Blvd., Suite 100, Carmel IN 46032
Seafood, Steak.
Located at Clay Terrace, just 15 minutes from downtown Indy, Mitchell’s Fish Market is a top seafood restaurant in Carmel. The twice-daily changing menu reflects fresh-of-the-boat seafood that is skillfully showcased in dishes like the hoisin glazed yellowfin tuna, New Orleans style char broiled oysters, and Chesapeake Bay crab cakes.
Petite Chou
14390 Clay Terrace Blvd., Suite 150, Carmel IN 46032
French, American.
Petit Chou by Patachou is a casually elegant restaurant in Carmel’s open-air Clay Terrace center. This chic bistro offers locally sourced ingredients and environmentally sustainable fresh seafood woven into authentic French and French-influenced dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The carefully selected list of champagne, wine and craft beers provide fabulous pairing opportunities.
