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    Sullivan's Steakhouse, Restaurant in Indianapolis
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    Wine Spectator 2026

    Sullivan's Steakhouse

    Keystone at the Crossing, Indianapolis

    Restaurant in Indianapolis, United States

    The Read

    Dress

    Business Casual

    Why go

    Sullivan’s Steakhouse works for a polished Keystone at the Crossing steakhouse night if the location is operating when you check. The draw is the combination of steakhouse classics, seafood, martinis, whiskey, live music, private dining, a Wine Spectator 2026 Award of Excellence wine program, not a quiet chef-led tasting experience.

    About Sullivan's Steakhouse

    Sullivan's Steakhouse in Indianapolis is a business-casual steakhouse and seafood restaurant with a price of $75 per person. Consider it for steakhouse dishes, seafood options, a higher-spend meal rather than a low-cost casual stop. Read it less as a hidden-gem discovery and more as a straightforward steakhouse choice: its appeal comes from the category, price point, confirmed signature dishes.

    The menu signals are direct. Signature dishes include Cheesesteak Eggrolls, Sweet & Spicy Cauliflower, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Filet Mignon, Bananas Foster Bread Pudding. A grounded ordering path is classic steakhouse: a starter or shrimp cocktail, Filet Mignon as the anchor, dessert if the table wants a richer finish. The confirmed dishes give diners a clear sense of the experience without relying on menu claims.

    Book it for a steakhouse night, not a subtle chef showcase

    The right reader wants the recognizable comfort of a steakhouse with seafood options. Approach it as a business-casual Indianapolis steakhouse whose draw is the core menu, not a singular local-chef narrative. The information points to a familiar steakhouse identity rather than an experimental or tasting-menu-driven format.

    Order through the anchors first. Start with Cheesesteak Eggrolls, Sweet & Spicy Cauliflower, or Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, then move to Filet Mignon if the table wants the venue's core steakhouse identity. Bananas Foster Bread Pudding is the confirmed dessert for a richer finish. This keeps the meal aligned with what is confirmed while giving the table a progression from starter to main course to something sweet.

    Make the decision on the confirmed strengths: steakhouse and seafood positioning, business-casual dress, the $75 per person price point, the listed signature dishes. Those details frame expectations clearly. They point to a conventional steakhouse choice, not a bare-bones weeknight stop or an especially experimental tasting experience.

    The wine recognition is the clearest value signal

    The strongest confirmed trust signal is the Wine Spectator 2026 Award of Excellence, with California listed as a wine strength. A steakhouse at this price point benefits from confirmed wine recognition. For many diners considering a steakhouse, wine may be part of how they evaluate the overall meal.

    For comparison shoppers, the practical question is whether the $75 per person spend fits the occasion. Sullivan's Steakhouse makes the most sense when the table wants a classic Indianapolis steakhouse meal with seafood options and a recognized wine component. If the priority is a more experimental meal, lower-cost dinner, or a format not confirmed here, scan other Indianapolis dining options before committing. The value case is strongest when the group wants the steakhouse-and-seafood identity, the listed signature dishes, the business-casual setting.

    The tradeoff is specificity. The information supports a clear steakhouse-and-seafood identity, but does not confirm a named chef, exact room layout, private dining setup, outdoor seating, live entertainment, or service format. Read it cautiously and by category: use the known details to decide whether it matches the occasion, do not assume unstated extras. For broader comparison, review our full Indianapolis restaurants guide and match the occasion to the formality, cuisine, budget you want.

    Who should skip it

    Skip it if the priority is a low-cost casual meal, confirmed tasting menu, or dining format not represented in the details. The better use case is someone who wants a business-casual Indianapolis steakhouse with seafood options, recognizable signature dishes, a $75 per person price point, confirmed Wine Spectator recognition. Choose it for the confidence of the category: steak, seafood, wine recognition, a more formal spend than a casual dinner.

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    Planning details

    Location
    3316 E. 86th St.
    Website
    sullivanssteakhouse.com/indianapolis
    Phone
    (317) 580-1280
    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Upscale steakhouse atmosphere with a friendly, lively, bar-centric energy and live music; designed for an unforgettable night.

    Tags

    Vibe

    LivelySophisticatedClassic

    Best For

    Date NightBusiness DinnerGroup Dining

    Experience

    Live MusicPrivate DiningDesign Destination

    Accessibility

    Wheelchair Accessible

    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Business Casual
    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Standard
    Capacity
    Large

    Signature Dishes

    • Cheesesteak Eggrolls
    • Sweet & Spicy Cauliflower
    • Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
    • Filet Mignon
    • Bananas Foster Bread Pudding
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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What should I wear to Sullivan's Steakhouse?

    Business casual is the dress code for Sullivan's Steakhouse in Indianapolis.

    Is Sullivan's Steakhouse worth the price?

    It can be worth it if you want a steakhouse and seafood meal in Indianapolis at about $75 per person. The Wine Spectator 2026 Award of Excellence, with California listed as a wine strength, is the clearest confirmed value signal beyond the food.

    How far ahead should I book Sullivan's Steakhouse?
    What should I order at Sullivan's Steakhouse?

    Focus on the signature dishes: Cheesesteak Eggrolls, Sweet & Spicy Cauliflower, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Filet Mignon, Bananas Foster Bread Pudding. Filet Mignon is the clearest steakhouse anchor, while Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail highlights the seafood side.

    What are alternatives to Sullivan's Steakhouse in Indianapolis?

    If Sullivan's Steakhouse is not the right fit, compare it with other Indianapolis dining rooms based on cuisine, price, occasion. Choose Sullivan's when you specifically want a business-casual steakhouse and seafood restaurant at about $75 per person.

    Is Sullivan's Steakhouse good for a special occasion?

    It can be a good fit for a special occasion if your group wants a steakhouse and seafood meal in Indianapolis. The details support a business-casual dress code, Wine Spectator recognition, signature dishes such as Filet Mignon and Bananas Foster Bread Pudding.