Amazing experience. Excellent food and staff. My family and I went to celebrate my birthday at Vida this past weekend and it was nothing short of fantastic. The food and drinks were spectacular. Our waiter, Ryan, was so helpful and so nice. There was at least 8 different members of the staff that wished me happy birthday and they are all so warm and pleasant. $95 a person for the four course menu is honestly a great deal for all that you're getting. Every course was amazing. The octopus, steak, and donuts in particular were life-changing! read more

We dined at Vida for a special birthday occasion and ordered from the Chef's Tasting Menu with paired wines. The atmosphere is contemporary, quiet, with lots of space between tables. Our first course was artfully presented and delicious: mushroom tartlett / potato blini / truffle chicken croquette. This was followed by a bluefin tuna, and next a large sea scallop with an incredibly vibrant sauce that made your taste buds sing! Next was Tagliatelle followed by lamb loin, STRUBE RANCH WAGYU RIBEYE, and desert. The wines were artfully paired with each dish. My favorite course was the lamb loin. The presentation both visually and in our server's explanation of each course was first class. The "event" takes 2.5 hours and you will enjoy every minute of it! No need to find parking as they have a valet service. Also, their bread is to die for and includes slices of banana bread- who does that!- Vida! read more

Vida - New American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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This place is an absolutely amazing experience and it serves as a prime example of how cooking good food will bring people from all over. We consistently drive an hour and a half just to have dinner here. The food is well thought out and balanced, complex flavor profiles with perfectly executed technique, and most importantly fresh local ingredients served up on a rotating menu that never ceases to amaze. Vida is one of those places that is actually perfectly priced, arguably it is an absolute steal. With a 4-course create your own meal option at $65, and the current 6-course meal option at $85..., it's very hard to go wrong. With beverages options to include preselected wine pairings, reserve wine pairings, or deliciously crafted unique cocktails that vary from unique one of a kind to centuries old classics.... you're sure to find what you need. Their awards speak for themselves. This is an absolute must try spot in Indy wether you are a local, showing off for visitors out of town, or just feel like driving 90 minutes for a spectacular meal. Be sure you try the donuts, one bite and you'll realize that your life is now much more complete than it once was. read more

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I've been dying to experience a tasting menu ever since I read about Alinea and its many wonders, years ago. My desire followed me through the US, across the globe to India, and back home to Indiana until last year, during Devour Season, I found willing co-diners and a place that could satisfy this fancy: of course, unsurprisingly, it was at the hands of a Cunningham establishment, Vida. Vida is what I would imagine Michelin dining to be like with far fewer frills: the waiters were friendly and approachable (although that could be because a friend of mine is a frequent flyer at Vida, largely due to their cocktails and her need for well-crafted drinks and hot bartenders on a regular basis), they were accommodating, and for a vegetarian that wanted to keep up with her non-vegetarian dining companions' tasting menu experiences, they were extremely kind. Moreover, as someone with specific GI intolerances and issues, I was prepared to face even more hurdles - would they be able to customize my tasting menu experience? Would they understand the things I was saying, especially because it's not a blanket intolerance (such as gluten intolerance)? Starting from the amuse bouche, my fears were allayed. I don't give out 5 stars willy-nilly: in fact, I rarely, rarely ever do. But from the ambience, the safety of the experience (COVID-safe and spaced out), to the food in and of itself that has rarely been matched by other experiences that I've had, this experience deserves all of its stars. Is it extremely pricey? At $100 for a 6-course tasting menu, it definitely is. But it's worth it: trust me. read more

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A beautiful experience start to finish. Every detail mastered. Food insane. Service top notch

I don't know how anyone could have a bad experience here. I was SO nervous to eat small bites and not be full, but the meal and portions were just right. This was absolutely the best meal I have ever had in this city and I can without a doubt believe it's Michelin-starred. I went with a friend and the service was amazing. The dining experience feels elegant and sophisticated. People are genuinely having a good time while eating the most beautifully intricate (AND SMALL) items you could never dream of! read more

I came here expecting to leave hungry but I was just the right amount of full. The flavor profile and combination in the dishes are phenomenal. Don't come here super hungry, but come here expecting an experience! The cabernet was also a wonderful choice but the star of the show might have been the ricotta donuts! Still dreaming of them. read more

Vida - Prime Black Angus Ribeye - New American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Wow. Birthday dinner was spectacular. Off the beaten path is a wonderful house gone restaurant and it sure does pack a punch. From the time we walked in, the focal point was a cohesive dining experience. Using a local garden in the city, they create a sustainable source of greens with fresh produce bouncing off the wall. It creates a euphoric and earthy vibe: classy cozy if you will. The four course dinner started with a quick and bright bite; compliments of the chef. The whole staff moved like a dance, and our waiter Tim was superb and created lovely conversation throughout. GET THE ROASTED CARROT. The humble veggie shines in this starter. The foie gras was a large portion and the huckleberry jam highlighted the liver well. That photo of my ribeye speaks for itself, but my man's duck stole the show. From presentation to the way they work the fat down and make it extra juicy - it was heaven. Lastly, the dessert was such a beautiful sight to the end of our romantic and relaxing meal. It didn't create a sugar bomb, it balanced out the fresh and vibrant flavors. Go go go and enjoy read more

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When Vida first opened, my wife and I went to it and I was disappointed. Since then I have had so many people tell me about how wonderful it is that I had to give it another chance. My wife and I went on a date night and ordered the tasting menu. This will be a short review to say that I am ecstatic I gave the place another chance. It is clearly now one of the best restaurants in the area. read more

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THIS PLACE LIVED UP TO THE HYPE! We got take out from Modita the night before and one of the servers, Austin, who used to work at Vida, hyped this place up so much that we cancelled our original dinner plans and made reservations for here instead! My girlfriend was here for one night and he said this is the best restaurant in all of Indy hands down. Douglas was our server and he gave us confidence that we not only chose the right place, but that we also picked good items. The doughnuts are a must. This is what everyone and their mother have all said and they're not wrong. They've been open since 2015, and the doughnuts is the only OG item on the menu that hasn't changed. Grilled octopus: best octopus I've ever had and just the right amount of char! The seasoning on the vegetables were lovely! The pork belly was so flavorful and melted in your mouth! I'd love to see the pork belly as a main dish bc I needed more of it :) I got the angus ribeye which was cooked to perfection. My girlfriend got the scallops and they were definitely the best scallops I've ever had... If you're looking to ball out on a damn good foodie experience, this is the place to do it. Thank you for the recommendation, Austin. We'll definitely remember our time in Indy. read more

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Friendly and fancy - food carefully crafted and wine properly selected. If I'm going to pay this much for a meal - it will be at a place like this. read more

I stopped by here for Devour Indy on a Friday exactly at 5pm. We did not make a reservation but were able to get seats at the bar. We opted for the 3 course meal for $45 per person. I started with wall greens salad, the striploin & finished with the doughnuts. I will say the striploin was cooked perfectly, with amazing flavor. But overall I don't feel like the meal was worth $45 - it is nothing particularly unique. The doughnuts were good but too sweet in my opinion. The ambiance is nice for a date - but there are plenty of other options in the city that I think are more reasonably priced for the same caliber of food. read more

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Excellent experience! This place is a four or six course meal. While when you read the description on the menu you may either think is this really enough food, or what is that? Trust me. It is amazing and definitely enough food, even if you just get the four course meal. It is a bit on the $$$ side ($75 per person for four courses) but definitely a great experience and good food. read more

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I gotta give credit to this restaurant for being my favorite in all whole town. Totally recommended, food is extremely delicious and proper portions. Plus service is premium. read more

Love everything about Vida! Girls night out celebration was a success. I had been but the rest of the girls had not. They were skeptical but knowing my food preferences, they happily came along for the ride. At Vida, you are paying for a dynamite culinary experience, lovely ambiance and an amazing wait staff. I would like shout out out main server Courtney. She was amazing. She knew the drink menu perfectly. Made spot on recommendations based upon each of our palates and made great recommendations when we couldn't decide between course options. I say main server because all the staff were extremely pleasant and helpful. To drink I had the Moscato, it was sweet, light, refreshing with a hint of fruit at the end. I am reviewing this for those that like a sweet moscato. Most restaurants I go to, I ask for the moscato and it is always on the drier side and I never can drink it. This one is a win for those of you like me who like your moscato sweet and light. Now on to the main event, the food: 1st course: beef tartare. I found this to be a good starter. This was served with peppercorn, minty greens and a quail egg with a baguette. 2nd course: chicken thigh. Absolutely delicious! The thigh was boneless, breaded, and seasoned to perfection. It was served with kale and a sauce. The crunchiness of the chicken paired with the softness of the greens and creamy sauce was just a delight in your mouth. It set off all your taste buds. 3rd course: scallops. OMG they were heaven! Perfectly seared and seasoned. They melted in your mouth and were so creamy in texture. They were served with crunchy Brussels sprouts that were perfectly paired and seasoned for the scallops and with a sweet sauce. Just yum. Dessert: Ricotta Donuts. HANDS DOWN MY FAVORITE! These donuts are light and warm. They are served with a maple glaze with bits of bacon and this buttery creamy ice cream. Full transparency, I drive to Vida just for these donuts alone. They are that amazing. I don't know who they have that makes them, but they are definitely making them with a lot of love. Because you just close your eyes and hum with that first bite. It so rich and decadent. It was the quietest the four of us got all night as we savored every bite of those tasty treats. If you can imagine a group of four women, having dinner....being quiet....that must be some donut.... read more

Every dish off of the tasting menu was absolutely incredible. I don't think you can go wrong with any of the dishes, but get the ricotta doughnuts for dessert! read more

Vida was such an amazing dinning experience, and my new favorite restaurant downtown! Staff was very friendly and attentive, as our waiter did an excellent job taking care of us and explaining the menu. We decided to do the three course devour menu, and we started with amazing breads that were unique and a gift from the chef. I ordered the mushrooms and the pasta for my first and second course, and the flavors were amazing! The donuts are always on the menu, and also so great! The menu is always changing which makes it really fun and always a unique dinning experience. If you have food allergies, they also can accommodate you. The restaurant was beautifully designed. read more

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Vida was really nice restaurant. We did have some issues with our reservation at first. The staffed apologized snd tried to make it right. The food was delicious. They have upstairs and downstairs along with private room, they have parking in back and valet. You are required to wear a mask. read more

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Vida definitely exceeded my expectations. I had the vegetarians tasting menu with wine pairing and my partner had the meat version of that. Service was amazing, food tasted exceptional - no complaints and can't wait to come back! read more

Vida - New American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Well. I finally made it for the big 6-0 celebration. It was a perfect evening for sitting outside and a perfect place for a celebration. Not sure it's something I'd do more than once a year but it's def something you have to experience. Because it is an experience. I actually prefer my food all at once. I got the 4 course tasting menu and while the plates were small, we were full at the end. The service is bar none. And the food is very, very well done. Do it. read more

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10/10 recommend for special occasions or to treat yourself. The chefs tasting menu is to die for. We started with goat cheese tartlett, potato blini, and truffle chicken croquette as the opening bites. The next course was the bluefin tuna, followed by scallops and tortelloni, pork belly, wagyu ribeye. The dessert lemon tart was the perfect ending to the perfectly curated menu. read more

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Absolutely incredible! A MUST! My boyfriend and I both chose the 4 course tasting menu. We were full by the end of it, we didn't know if we would be because the dishes are smaller, but we definitely were full after. I got the chanterelle mushrooms, foie gras, scallops, and ricotta donuts. Not one complaint plus we got a bread basket in between on of the dishes as well, which was heavenly. My boyfriend got the beef tartare, pork belly, scallops, and the cheesecake. We shared everything. Our least favorite of the dishes was the scallops- but they were still delicious. Our favorites were the Beef tartare, chanterelle mushrooms, the cheesecake, and the ricotta donuts. HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend. We both purchased a cocktail as well and our total was around $200. I'd say plenty worth it for the quality and variety of food. read more

Vida - Foie gras - New American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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I had a much needed date night yesterday. The stress of moving and holidays are making me a bit cray. My friend took me out to Vida's and I have to say I was pleased. A coworker came to my office a few weeks ago and I told me I had to try it. He knew it was something I'd enjoy and he was right! We were seated immediately and we sat over in the bar area. It reminded me of Union 50 and I was told it was part of the Cunningham franchise... made sense. Our waiter Daniel was amazeballs. He was on point from the time we sat down to the time we left. I swear they should send him to the other locations to provide training (*cough*, Boulder Creek) on customer service. Kudos to that gentle soul. He gave me hope! He suggested a few things and we decided on doing 2 of the 4 course meals. Again, I'm a foodie and I appreciate food and the art of it. With that being said paying more for a night out and good food doesn't bother me at all... it's a treat. If price is an issue I would say come here on a special occasion. They do 4-6 course meals and a la carte. What you'll pay a la carte you should just pay for the course meals. My friend and I were able to experience a variety of dishes doing the 4 course which technically turned into 8 courses for me! :) #winning We started with Syrah and Tempranillo and had a variety of dishes. I think my favorite was the Yellowfin Tuna, roasted mushrooms and the ricotta donuts. The food was fresh and my palate was surprisingly pleased! Everything looked beautiful. I was impressed by the attention to detail and how simple ingredients stood out in each meal. The meals were light and we didn't walk out feeling stuffed! It was worth every penny. With it being my first time there I asked questions and the staff was happy to answer. One gentleman showed us around and mentioned that we could book private events. I tried to take good shots of the seating area, aged meats, etc but th l couldn't get right angles due to the lighting. It's very intimate so it's expected. Overall I would definitely suggest this spot. You'll experience some amazing food that's styled to perfection. It's pricey but in my opinion well worth it. Add this to your list if you would like an amazing experience in food and customer service. read more

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To start, my buddy kept raving about this place since he had an experience here. It just so happened that a bunch of us were in town for a conference so a few of us ventured forth. From start to finish, it was nothing but high class service coupled with tantalizing food. I cannot recommend the foie gras and ricotta donuts enough. Atmosphere was high class, modern, but also welcoming. Service was prompt and polite. A must try if you happen to be in Indy for a minute. read more

Even the donuts to go (which we do multiple times that I'm embarrassed to say a month) is absolutely amazing. Do it, never look back, it's worth every penny read more

Vida - Ricotta Doughnuts To Go - New American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Came here to celebrate a big life event. It was nice that the staff mentioned our celebration and gave us free rosé and other small touches. We did the chefs tasting menu while splitting a bottle of wine. The staff was very knowledgeable about the wine list and helped us pick a fantastic bottle of Syrah. All 6 courses of the tasting menu were fantastic. The mushroom and pork belly dishes were standout for their intense, wonderful flavor. They are small, beautifully plated pieces of foodie art. We ended the night well and full. We will definitely be back! read more

Vida - Wagyu steak - New American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

The best restaurant I've dined in since I arrived to Indy (1.5yrs). Appreciated they had vegetarian options for every course. Although the portions look small, they were the perfect size and was full by the end of the meal. The staff was great! Would definitely eat here again. read more

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Always a great experience at Vida. Service is top notch. I always leave full and happy. Best restaurant in Indy. Plus I love their bathrooms! read more

I was blown away by this place. Excellent service and quality of food. Maybe the best restaurant in Indy.

Where is a quality restaurant located just off of Massachusetts Avenue. Upon arrival you will see their kitchen area which is quite open so it's a great experience to be able to see what they're cooking up. You'll also see you there hydroponic vegetables that are grown in the kitchen area which is beautiful. The atmosphere is very relaxing, romantic, welcome Inn. All of the staff were friendly and the overall experience was great. They do a great job of making individual celebrating their birthdays special with the desert that they bring out. Video brings out bread and also a complementary just at the beginning which was lovely. You can either order options as a course meal or à la carte. Depending on what you're getting and what all your table is wanting to do I'd recommend at least one person do the à la cart and then you'll get a dessert as well. As my cocktail I had red hot night which was delicious and had a bit of a kick to it. It was well-crafted and busy which is what I prefer. If you like sweet drinks I would not recommend ordering this one. I ordered the scallop as my main dish and it was well crafted and flavorful. The scallops were just perfectly cooked with a well combination of flavors surrounding the dish. It was a wild craft a dish that had great pairings of ingredients, well done. As a starter I also tried some of the beef tartare which was presented in a beautiful manner and tasted of great quality. I had some of the beet salad and Also the wall greens (i'll admit ordering it it kind of sounds like you're saying Walgreens the store which is quite funny). Anyways I assume they named it based on their greens that are on the wall when you enter the restaurant. Personally I thought the beet salad had a more intense flavor with the goat cheese that was on it then the wall greens but if you are not a fan of goat cheese I would shy away from the beet salad. Those salads were good. I just personally felt at the Wall greens was slightly boring. For desserts I tried some of the ricotta doughnuts and the peanut butter torte. I'd have to say the donuts were fabulous so you definitely should try those but if you're a peanut butter fan you should definitely go for the torte. Although it is not a cheap restaurant to go to if you're looking for a quality manual or to celebrate something special or simply just to eat food that is presented in a beautiful man are you should definitely support Vida. Cheers! read more

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A fun upscale restaurant with good food and ambiance. We did the tasting menu and each course was very good. A few repeat ingredient and themes throughout the meal, so would have been nice to have a bit more variety. Service was okay. read more

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A journey from smells, visual presentation, tasting, sensing texture, mind making sense of what's in your mouth, and reaching the conclusion of having such a gorgeous dinner experience. Excellent service, comfortable seating, and despite how full the dining room was, i didn't notice a noise problem. The venue is beautiful but with limited street parking. Valet parking available for $8. They're able to accommodate large parties. I'm sure you'll need to rsvp here and I believe they're only open for dinner. You first walk in to the open kitchen and instantly your mouth is watering. The living wall is so neat and a hint to how fresh the ingredients in your meal will be. With a choice between two menu styles, 4 course ala carte or 6 course chef's choice with or without wine pairing, a hefty price tag $65-155 is due. One of the few times I'll tell you yes it's worth it! The dining experience, the exquisite meal, and leaving full is a satisfying sensation. I would love to come back. Kudos to all the servers and the chefs who somehow made every bite delightful and timed it all out so well! Highlights for me were the grilled prawn, ora king salmon, and the ricotta doughnuts. The foie gras was sold out so I'm sure that's delicious. The salmon was PERFECT, crispy outside but the inside felt like it melted on your tongue. How did they do it?! The scallops were similar where the texture was almost jelly like, mmmmm! The duck and beef were safe choices. The gooey butter cake was kinda all over the place imo and surprisingly the star of the show there was the caramel popcorn. The doughnuts were so so so good. I really hate hyping things up and setting people up for disappointment so please take all this with a grain of salt and keep expectations low. I just hope you enjoy the place as much as i did. read more

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It's worth every penny and completely lives up to the hype. Vida is the perfect special events restaurant - birthdays, anniversaries, graduation, etc. I love a tasting menu, and this is among the best I've had. It's pricey, but it's a meal you'll never forget. read more

I've been to Vida several times and the food has always been excellent. Service has been mostly very good also. What the servers might lack occasionally in polish, they've made up for in genuine effort. The main area of the restaurant has a classy feel, the secondary upper level room is just ok- it struggles to feel like something other than an obviously converted large second story bedroom. read more

I would eat here all the time if I lived closer than South Carolina. I was traveling for work solo and sat at the bar. The team was friendly, observant and helpful. The food was AMAZING!!!! There was a blend of different techniques and styles and flavors. I loved the dessert and pork belly. That is not to say everything else wasn't good, I just like certain courses more than others. If you have a b day or anniversary or you are just looking for a really good meal. Their drinks are unique and very 'good looking' Try the beef tartare - I did not think I would be a fan however I am NOW! I did not have a reservation - and they were able to squeeze me in - I would plan reservations if I lived closer. The manager was engaged and helped the team and everyone was welcoming. read more

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The service was great! Our waitress was attentive and even brought over extra wine because she felt the first pour was flat. She was patient and all the food came out in a timely manner. The spice cured tuna and ricotta donuts were phenomenal, burst of flavor with every bite and I could not get enough! The duck breast was good too and I'm glad I glad I got to try foie gras. The tasting menu was a really nice way of trying new foods and fine dining all at once! read more

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This is a higher end restaurant with prices and wait times that reflect that. Knowing this, you'll enjoy your experience here. We did not make any reservations but were luckily able to score a small bar-like table in the corner - had we declined that seat, we would've had to wait two hours (Friday night prime dinner time) for the next available table. Dinner was fantastic. They have options for four- ($45 per person) or six-course ($65 pdf person) meals, of which you can order a la carte from (average of $35 for a single dinner entree). I ordered the duck breast and it's perhaps the best duck breast I've ever had; it melts in your mouth. The quality of the food lives up to the prices and made our visit well-worth it. read more

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Fantastic experience!! I went on a weeknight with two friends for devour and although we didn't have a reservation, we were able to sit at the bar without waiting. The decor is beautiful and the staff was amazing! Very knowledgeable about the menu and helpful with deciding what get. I got a cocktail and three courses. Everything was unbelievable delicious and the experience was incredible! Definitely worth the splurge!! read more

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I want to comment on how safe they made us feel. All of the tables were super spread out and they had plenty of handwashing/sanitizing available. This is our new go to place to celebrate those special milestones! We had been wanting to try Vida for a while and saved it to celebrate my new job (once they reopened). Let me start off by saying that this place reminded us of other restaurants we have dined at in Napa. The music, the interior, the food and wine selections, just the whole vibe was excellent and the service was even better. This will most definitely be a place we come back to and can't believe that we waited this long to try Vida. Our server was also their sommelier, Alex. While we each started out with a cocktail (the Cool Camaro and Spirit of '76), Alex did a great job at recommending wines to pair with our meals and dessert, and even gave us complimentary bubbles so we could celebrate my new job. We didn't feel rushed and had plenty of time to really enjoy selecting items from the menu as well as ask questions about some of the items as well. We went ahead and opted for our own selections from the 4 course menu, rather than the chef's table menu. A good thing to note is that the chef's table can only be selected if the whole table is on board. We started out with a light chef selected cold appetizer before digging in to our 4 courses. Course 1: Yellowtail Nigiri | Duck Confit Dumpling Course 2: Wallgreens | Scallop Chowder (packed full of delicious seafood, super savory) Course 3: Walleye + veggies (earthy and fresh) | Prime Rib + Cacio e Pepe (as a side) Course 4: Panna Cotta (super light and the rhubarb adds a nice flavor) | Ricotta Donuts Overall we enjoyed all of our courses; the size of each one was perfect knowing that we would have more food and drinks coming our way. And it was great getting to work with Alex through our meal as he had great pairing recommendations based on the flavors of our food and what some of our favorite wines are. read more

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Had a lovely meal at Vida with a friend a couple of weeks ago. This is a restaurant I would highly recommend if you want to try their tasting menu, particularly if you are a wine/foodie. This night we were both not hungry enough to do 5 courses. Yet we still had a good experience, great food and attentive service. The ambiance is nice for a date or for friends. It's one of the quieter downtown restaurants. I love the natural light and setting. I particularly love the herb and greens wall, where they grow your salad right there fresh. Check it out for a night on the town. read more

Vida - Cocktail - New American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana