Nothing beats dinner with a view. As the weather starts to warm, outdoor eating becomes more readily available, so why not make sure the restaurant you visit has a gorgeous waterfront view to enjoy? Not sure where to find a delicious Indiana restaurant with a great waterfront overlook? We’ve got you covered with this list of the best riverside dining spots:
- Wolfie’s Waterfront Grill - Noblesville
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huong T./Yelp With a gorgeous view of the lake, Wolfie’s is a great restaurant to visit for American fare, including the Hoosier tenderloin.
- Rocky Point BBQ and Grille - Cannelton
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Facebook/Rocky Point Editor’s Note: Rocky Point BBQ and Grill is permanently closed.
- The Waterfront Bistro - Angola
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Facebook/The Waterfront Bistro This upscale dining bistro is located right on the channel between Jimmerson Lake and Lake James. Enjoy a delicious meal or drinks out on the patio overlooking this body of water.
- Rick’s Cafe Boatyard - Indianapolis
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Sigrid F./Yelp Anyone who has ever enjoyed a day out at Eagle Creek has been to Rick’s. From salads and appetizers to sandwiches and breakfast staples, Rick’s has great food with a killer view.
- Bridges Waterside Grille - Michigan City
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Aubrey L./Yelp You’re in for a real treat at Bridges, with their raved about coconut shrimp and delectable drink selection. Enjoy the stunning view of the canal as you refuel on their patio.
- McGraw’s Steak Chop & Fish House - West Lafayette
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George H./Yelp Enjoy fine steak, fish, and more at this upscale steakhouse. The view of the Wabash River from the dining room truly sets the mood at this waterside restaurant.
- The Madison Lighthouse Restaurant - Madison
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Todd P./Yelp The Madison Lighthouse Restaurant offers a beautiful riverside view for patrons. This is a great place to grab your favorite pub food while enjoying a pretty view.
- Lazy Frogg - Cicero
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Greg R./Yelp Indulge in your favorite seafood specials like crab mac-and-cheese while relaxing as the sun sets over Morse Lake.
- Bella Italia - Jeffersonville
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Kristen L./Yelp Bella Italia in Jeffersonville overlooks the nearby river and offers a great selection of wine. While dinner is enjoyable, the real delight here is their dessert options, like the Grand Marnier souffle!
- Bella Vita Ristorante- Indianapolis
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Amber H./Yelp Editor’s Note: Bella Vita Ristorante is permanently closed.
Another charming dining spot in Geist is the Bella Vita Ristorante. This cozy, upscale establishment has a fantastic menu and view to match.
- Riverside Pub and Restaurant - Monticello
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Chuck M./Yelp This diner type restaurant will exceed your expectations with great steak and a charming outdoor, waterside view.
Have you ever been to any of these awesome waterfront restaurants? Which one is your favorite? Did we miss any of your favorites?
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huong T./Yelp
With a gorgeous view of the lake, Wolfie’s is a great restaurant to visit for American fare, including the Hoosier tenderloin.
Facebook/Rocky Point
Editor’s Note: Rocky Point BBQ and Grill is permanently closed.
Facebook/The Waterfront Bistro
This upscale dining bistro is located right on the channel between Jimmerson Lake and Lake James. Enjoy a delicious meal or drinks out on the patio overlooking this body of water.
Joel M./Yelp
Sigrid F./Yelp
Anyone who has ever enjoyed a day out at Eagle Creek has been to Rick’s. From salads and appetizers to sandwiches and breakfast staples, Rick’s has great food with a killer view.
Austen O./Yelp
Aubrey L./Yelp
You’re in for a real treat at Bridges, with their raved about coconut shrimp and delectable drink selection. Enjoy the stunning view of the canal as you refuel on their patio.
Bobby B./Yelp
George H./Yelp
Enjoy fine steak, fish, and more at this upscale steakhouse. The view of the Wabash River from the dining room truly sets the mood at this waterside restaurant.
Facebook/Madison Lighthouse Restaurant
Todd P./Yelp
The Madison Lighthouse Restaurant offers a beautiful riverside view for patrons. This is a great place to grab your favorite pub food while enjoying a pretty view.
Andrew S./Yelp
Greg R./Yelp
Indulge in your favorite seafood specials like crab mac-and-cheese while relaxing as the sun sets over Morse Lake.
Lauren D./Yelp
Kristen L./Yelp
Bella Italia in Jeffersonville overlooks the nearby river and offers a great selection of wine. While dinner is enjoyable, the real delight here is their dessert options, like the Grand Marnier souffle!
Sarah C./Yelp
Amber H./Yelp
Editor’s Note: Bella Vita Ristorante is permanently closed.
Another charming dining spot in Geist is the Bella Vita Ristorante. This cozy, upscale establishment has a fantastic menu and view to match.
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Chuck M./Yelp
This diner type restaurant will exceed your expectations with great steak and a charming outdoor, waterside view.
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