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    Sangiovese Ristorante

    4.3 (308 reviews)
    PriceyItalian
    Closed 5:00 pm - 8:30 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Complimentary bread
    Tiffany N.

    Pretty impressed with the pasta sauce; pasta texture did not have any chew which I like Complimentary bread 6.5/10 was a little tough Olive oil smelled more fragrant than it tasted Fried ravioli 8/10 Basically elevated mozzarella sticks and pretty yummy The pasta dough is was crispy and chewy Penne alla emiliana 8.5/10 Flavor was so potent if you like meaty (sausage and prosciutto) and tomato sauce Linguini frutti di marre 9/10 -1 point mainly because the pasta doesn't taste handmade/Lacking the al dente chew. It was our server's fav pasta so I had to pick this one deciding between two options It was plated so pretty too The garlic white wine sauce had a good tang to it as well which I really enjoyed Blueberry bliss 8.5/10 Prosecco based cocktail, very easy to drink Pear strawberry cocktail 6.5/10 Surprisingly kinda strong and had medicine taste I would get a glass of wine next time Vibes were nice and cozy, a little bit too dark imo Service was very nice, I got extra plate and small fork to eat my mussels without needing to ask Cannoli for birthday was free too (mentioned bday in reservation) Cannoli 7.5/10 Best cannoli I had. (I don't think this my taste Ind deserts tho hence the average score) I enjoyed the extra toppings (chocolate chips and syrup) and the shell has like cinnamon or cocoa powder or something for more flavor

    Heirloom
    Paige T.

    Food: All of it was spectacular! First we were served fresh bread with infused oil. Bread was soft yet still crunchy and warm. Oil was superb! I loved both appetizers. The Heirloom salad dish with tomatoes, spring mix, burrata with balsamic was so fresh and tasty! The calamari had a variety of pieces and was so delicious. That aioli really set it apart. The pasta was amazing! I loved the veggies included and the protein was seasoned well. That tiramisu was one of the best in the city Service: Our server was attentive, communicative and very kind! Ambiance: It is a small, intimate vibe that really sets the stage. While I enjoy intimacy, the walk aisles were narrow. A few times servers walked with trays over my head to fit through. Also the day we walked in, the air conditioning was barely working. It was warm in there and it would've been nice if the staff initially addressed it and apologized vs us having to bring it up and ask. Would recommend this vibe for an intimate date or girls night out

    Sheree M.

    So apparently I tried this place back in 2021 and I gave it 3 stars. I gave it another shot and went back and I really enjoyed it. We arrived right around 5pm and didn't have reservations and were able to be sat right away. At that time there were just 2 other table occupied, and it was really quiet. Upon walking in its really rim and the decor screams grown and sexy. We were sat at a really small table and felt we needed more room and asked to be move. The server moved us and agreed it was a little tight and didn't make us feel uncomfortable for asking to be moved. We ordered mussels which I must say weren't the best. They needed more flavor and they tasted a bit gritty, but I think it's hard to do mussels sometimes so not upset by it. The rest of our order was very good. I loved the service, the music and my food was good. Therefore I felt inspired to update my 3 to a 4!

    Nicole K.

    Came tonight for a friend's birthday. They had a cute sign for her. The food was amazing. Definitely try the mussels. To die for. Huge wine selection, so you can't go wrong. Will be back over and over again. To much to try so....guess I will be back soon.

    Halibut special
    Madisen L.

    We came here for our first time for our anniversary, we normally don't eat pasta but we wanted to give it a try! As soon as you walk in it's a very dark, steakhouse type vibe, they had an extensive wine list, and they offered some really good specials, we actually ended up ordering the specials instead of the pasta but we'll definitely try it the next time!! My fiancé got their filet special cooked medium and it was cooked PERFECTLY! He was very happy with his meal, I went with the Halibut Special they had with garlic mashed potatoes and green beans, the sauce on the halibut was soooo good! Then they brought us a special dessert for our anniversary and it was perfect for our sweet tooth! Oliver was our server and he was very attentive and made the night a good one! For sure recommend for your next date night!

    Tortellini alla Effie
    Precious N.

    We visited Sangiovese Ristorante for the first time recently and I was pleasantly surprised. The ambiance was super cute. I loved the dim lighting and the decor. Our waitress was super attentive even with us being a large party. She quickly brought everything we needed. Now on to the good part....the drinks were strong and the food was good! I started off with a strawberry lemon drop and it was absolutely delicious. It definitely hit the spot. For our appetizer, we ordered the fried ravioli which arrived to the table piping hot and crispy. The filling could have used a bit more salt, but they were good nonetheless. For my entree I had the tortellini and THAT was amazing! I finished the whole dish. It was very very flavorful and it will keep you coming back for more!

    Calamari Fritta
    Nelson M.

    This is a wonderful find around the Indianapolis area. We were struggling to figure out what restaurant to eat around the mall area. We easily got reservations on a weeknight for dinner. The staff was super friendly and the Italian food shows a layer of complexity and ingredients used. My penne alla emiliana had a wonderful depth of flavor. My only critique of this dish I wish the red onions were caramelized more. At times I felt that I was eating undercooked onions, but overall the pasta and the sauce combined well for a wonderful dish the overall ambience is sort of a quiet darken dining room. This is perfect date night restaurant. The complementary house bread was also perfect.

    0 proof aperol spritz
    Liz T.

    I had a lovely evening here with my husband to celebrate my birthday. Our waitress was so kind, helpful, and cheerful, and the ambiance was very cool. We got a table in the corner by ourself and it felt very romantic. The food was some of the best I've had in a while - I loved the goat cheese appetizer. I got a clam linguini that had my wanting to lick the sauce of my plate when it was finished. And my husband ordered a veal entre with garlic lemon butter and capers, and it may have been one of the most delicious things ever to grace my tongue. High praises for this restaurant!

    Spicy margarita
    Janelle P.

    I've been to both Sangiovese locations, and you really can't go wrong with either. The Fishers spot is bigger, while the Ironworks location has a more intimate, cozy vibe -- perfect for date night. The food? Always solid. If you're in the mood for good Italian, this is a go-to.

    Devour menu!
    Linda L.

    What a great place for celebrating, especially during Devour. My friend made a reservation for her bday and they had a little sign, and with dessert there was a candle to commemorate. The inside was a lot smaller than I would have thought, but there a little room off to the right. The food was great. There was a nice crusty bread with olive oil to dip, I would 100% get the soup again, my friend added the lump crab and said it was def worth it. The chicken Marsala was just right. The mashed potatoes and vegetables that came with it was yummy.

    Seafood pasta special
    John K.

    First time to this location for a friends birthday. They were very accommodating when I requested to add two to our reservation. The ambiance is nice, it's a little loud as it's basically one room, so be prepared to talk loud. The service was friendly but slow. They were pretty busy for a Saturday, but it still took a long time to get drinks. The food was great. I don't go out for Italian food often, but this was really good. The seafood pasta special was super delicious! All in all, I would go back and would recommend.

    Cannoli
    Tori G.

    My husband and I celebrated our first wedding anniversary here at Sangiovese and have ZERO regrets! First of all, the staff were very sweet and accommodating. When we arrived at our table, there was a sign wishing us a happy anniversary, which I appreciated. We started off with the Cisco's meatballs which were very tasty and had a bit of a spicy kick which we enjoyed! My husband had the red snapper special that was being offered at the time and loved it and I had the very delicious fettuccini Alfredo with chicken (I'm still daydreaming about it lol). Our waitress also surprised us with a yummy cannoli as a special treat to end our anniversary night. And the most thoughtful thing was we were presented with a "champagne toast" and I use air quotes because I was pregnant at the time and without me having to ask, I was given a sprite to toast with lol. I am so happy we chose to celebrate our anniversary here and we will definitely be back to enjoy the great food and service again! :)

    Kids spaghetti
    Kristina L.

    This is our favorite Italian restaurant. The ambience is nice with dim lighting and rustic decor woods and black iron. The food is delicious. We had a party of 9 to celebrate my daughter's bday; and everyone had great food and a great experience. We had the goat cheese as appetizer and it was rich and served with a baguette. Fruti di marre- ordered this with angel hair pasta. It was absolutely delicious. It's the husband's favorite thing to order and the only place that gets it right. Cooks the seafood perfectly. Tortellini was delightful. Added crab to this dish. The birthday girl loved her spaghetti! Our server did a nice job with our large party.

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    the food was fantastic the staff very helpful and great service highly recommend the veal and the ambiance was calm which i appreciated

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