Fresco Italian Cafe on the Canal Menu – Indianapolis, IN

Type : Italian restaurant

Location : Indianapolis, IN

Casual spot for sandwiches, flatbread pizza, Italian ice & gelato, plus beer, wine & gondola rides. Based on 610 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery

Fresco Italian Cafe on the Canal 46202

Address:
340 W Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Phone: (317) 797-9185

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Hours

Thursday 11 AM–8:30 PM
Friday 11 AM–8:30 PM
Saturday 11 AM–8:30 PM
Sunday 11 AM–8:30 PM
Monday

(Labor Day)
11 AM–8:30 PM

Holiday hours
Tuesday 11 AM–8:30 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–8:30 PM

Menu

Salads
Vegetable Chop Salad Italiano
Fresh romaine and radicchio tossed with mozzarella, garbanzo beans, scallions, tomatoes, cucumbers and Parmesan in our own oil and vinegar dressing
$4.75
Caprese Salad
Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil leaves drizzled with balsamic oil blend and basil-mayonnaise dressing
$7.95
Flatbread Pizzas
Margherita Flatbread Pizza
Olive oil, garlic cloves, basil strips, thinly-sliced tomatoes and fresh mozzarella
$8.95
Tuscany Flatbread Pizza
Pesto, garlic, red onion, green olive and mozzarella
$8.75
Sandwiches
Italian Beef Sandwich
Choice beef prepared in our kitchen from our own legendary recipe and sliced paper thin on baguette. Served served with Indy’s own Broad Ripple Potato Chips. Choose a style: Dry, Wet, Soaked with Broth. Would you like extras?: Add Mozzarella, Add Giardiniera
$5.95
Stromboli Sandwich
Our seasoned and crumbled sausage topped with homemade tomato sauce and mozzarella on baguette. Served with Indy’s own broad ripple potato chips
$5.95
Starters
Tomato Basil Soup
Homemade and smooth with fresh basil and served with toasted garlic bread
$3.75
Flatsticks
Oven-fresh, crispy flatbread strips served with your choice of homemade tomato sauce or cheddar cheese sauce. Choose a sauce: dad’s homemade tomato sauce, cheddar cheese sauce
$5.75
Drinks
Homemade Lemonade $3.50
Italian Soda
Choose flavor: strawberry, raspberry, vanilla, caramel, hazelnut
$3.50

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Reviews

Riley Marie Stultz
Best cafe I’ve ever been to!! The toasted ravioli was perfectly fried and melted in my mouth. The Italian turkey sandwich was both light & flavorful, perfect for a walk on the canal. By far, the best part was the pitcher of limoncello made with vodka and lemon liqueur. It was absolutely delicious, smooth, and refreshing. The gentleman running the cafe was hardworking and pleasant, and very attentive to the care of his guests. We will be back every time we hit the canal!!

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Jose Azcona
Great service and very good food. The location is right on the canal. Prices are reasonable and you have the option to get in a gondola for a ride after your meal.

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Amjad
Very beautiful view to the canal. Highly recommend this place if you want to enjoy the canal. We tried the lemonade i’d give it a 2.5/5

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Mouad Bshesh
This place is a hidden gem in Indianapolis. Located on the canal and connected to the Cosmopolitan apartments, you absolutely need to stop here if you’re in the area. I would go as far as to call it my “happy place” as cliche as it sounds. Since I was living at the cosmo at the time, I frequented Fresco quite often and was never disappointed. The staff are always lovely, the ambience is great, and the food is delicious. You have to try the Italian Beef sandwich and make sure you get some broth on the side! The tomato basil soup is a hit, and the homemade lemonade is excellent. The gelato, smoothies, and Italian Ice are all great options when it’s hot outside. If you’re ever craving a little taste of Italy, this is the spot to go to!

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S D
Atmosphere: 10/10 Super cute! Outdoor seating on the canal. Makes for great people-watching. Gondolas set up directly outside, for anyone interested in that experience. Inside is small, but cute.

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Tori O
Can’t believe we’ve never eaten here before today! Enjoyed lunch on the patio this morning with our two dogs. The flatbreads were amazing!! Their homemade tomato sauce is outstanding. We can’t wait to come back and try the other menu items!

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Jolie Li
I ordered meatballs at this visit, which to me was very tasteless. Nothing was too special about it. We did order flat bread before and I think that was much better. The smoothie was great, although could use a bit more honey to make it sweeter.

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Timothy Villegas
Stopped here with the family while on a visit to Indy. First time on the canal. Had the Stromboli. Delicious. Everyone loved their food.

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Nelover Gh
I love this place very much .

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Mr. Wiley
Visited 8/13/22

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