Indianapolis might be one of my favorite cities. While some might ask why, I ask why not – and come on, it’s an absolutely beautiful place to visit, live in, or experience in general. It’s close to everything and far away from nothing, with some truly awesome options when it comes to places to stay, spots to eat, and more; you’ll be amazed at all the unique places to eat in Indiana – ESPECIALLY Indianapolis. Take, for example, this absolutely incredible outdoor cafe in Indiana that I found; it might just be one of the state’s best, and not just for the food and coffee. Check it out:

Indianapolis is a charming city, with all sorts of things to do and see without being overly crowded or overwhelming.
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It's a place where arts, culture, history and dining collide - and a few of those things overlap when it comes to my favorite little cafe.
Fresco Italian Cafe might not look like much upon first approach, but I promise - it's one of the most amazingly unique places to eat in Indy.
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In the front, it looks minimalistic and modern, but placed within a shopping area. Here's the secret: it's not the front end you'll love.
Nope - that distinction goes to the absolutely incredible outdoor seating and patio out back, which has awe-inspiring views of the canal (and gondola rides!).
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I would say something like "It doesn't get better than this!", but that would be a lie - because the menu here is just as great as the views.

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Indulge in everything from cafe favorites and classics to more modern options like pizza, sandwiches, and more.
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Lovers of Italian food will adore this little slice of deliciousness situated right in the heart of downtown Indy.
I'm not sure which you're sure to love more: the views or the eats.
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Both? Both are good. Let's go with both. Be sure to bring your appetite; there's nothing here that isn't excellent, and it really shows.
...and don't forget to leave room for dessert, because here you'll find some truly incredible gelato.
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This little cafe is so mom-and-pop that it doesn’t have an official website, but you can keep track of daily specials, hours, and more on the official Fresco Italian Cafe Facebook page. Planning to visit Indy and need more to do? First, definitely do a gondola ride – and then consider checking out all the cool goings-on with our friends at Trusted Tours.

Do you have a favorite outdoor cafe in Indiana? Tell me about it in the comments – you just might see it featured someday!

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Fresco Italian Cafe on the Canal, 340 W Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA