NCYC 101: Places to Eat

Fuel your faith and your appetite! Whether you’re craving comfort food or a quick bite between sessions, these local favorites around Indy have you covered. 

Food at NCYC is not provided in any capacity, but lucky for you Indy has a plethora of options for you! 

St. John's Boxed lunch/ Dinner pre-order

Please use the following form to place your group’s order for box lunches from St. John’s (located directly across the street from the convention center. Box lunches are available for lunch and dinner on Thursday, Friday  and Saturday, November 20-22, during NCYC in Indianapolis.

St. John’s Pre-Order Form

All box lunches include a choice of ham or turkey, assorted chips, an apple, assorted desserts, and bottled water or assorted pop. Please let us know if there are any dietary restrictions. All other items are placed into the box at random. The total cost is $10 per person. If you know your desired pick-up time, please note that below; otherwise, we will contact you to arrange that. While supplies last!

St. John’s Pre-Order Payment Portal

Indiana convention center catering

The Indiana Convention Center (ICC) offers many concession stands in and around the convention center. 

Restaurants

Here is a list of budget-friendly restaurants ($10-20/ meal)

Tip: If your restaurant has it, consider on line ordering ahead/ mobile ordering before making the walk from the convention center. 

All walk times are calculated form the S Capitol Ave./ W Georgia St. Doors of the Indianapolis Covention Center (ICC)

Chick-fil-A (10 min walk) 
10 E Washington St Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46204 
Offers mobile ordering, dine-in, or takeout. 

Panera Bread (7 Min Walk)
110 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Offers mobile ordering, dine-in, or takeout. 

Chicken Scratch (4 min walk)
121 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN 46225 

Steak and Shake (4 min walk)
101 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
Offers dine-in, and takeout.

Mt. Fuji (6 min walk)
49 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Whether you’re craving the delicate flavors of nigiri sushi, the intricate rolls of maki, or the savory delights of traditional Japanese dishes, our menu offers diverse options to tantalize your taste buds.

Giordano’s (9 min walk)
 43 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Offering Chicago inspired Deep Dish Pizza. They also offer lunch deals as well as online ordering, and a dine-in option. 

Jimmy John’s (10 min walk)
155 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Known to be freaky fast, offers mobile ordering, delivery, takeout, and a dine-in option.

Potbelly Sandwich Shop (12 min walk)
55 Monument Cir, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Offers mobile ordering, takeout, and dine-in options

Buffalo Wild Wings (10 min walk)
7 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Offers mobile ordering, dine-in, and takeout.* 

Five Guys Burgers and Fries (12 min walk)
48 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Offers dine-in, and takeout options.

Here’s a list of restaurants if you’re wanting to spend a little more! ($20-30 /meal)

The Old Spaghetti Factory (9 Min Walk) 
210 South Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46225
The Old Spaghetti Factory has been proudly serving deliciously affordable 3 course meals since 1969. Family owned and operated, we’re committed to exceptional service. We invite your family to join ours for a memorable dining experience. *

Social Cantina (6 Min Walk) 
148 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225 *

Yard House (6 Min Walk)
15 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN 46204 *

Buca di Beppo (9 Min Walk) 
35 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Served family style for added savings!
At Buca di Beppo everyone is part of the famiglia and our food is the star of the show! Our menu of classic Italian food is inspired by the cuisine enjoyed by Italian Americans for generations. Delicious dishes with roots in the villages throughout Italy are served just the way Italian American families enjoy at home – family style! *

PF Changs (6 min walk)
49 W Maryland Street Indianapolis, IN 46204

*If you’re a large group, consider contacting the restaurant and asking for limited menu options for your group.

Coffee and breakfast

We didn’t forget you, coffee lovers, breakfast people, and the need for a pick-me-up!

The Coffee Den (5 Min Walk) 
201 S Capitol Ave #110, Indianapolis, IN 46225 

Starbucks (5 Min Walk) 
1 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Cups Coffee (14 Min Walk)
1 N Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46204 

Lincoln Square Pancake House (8 Min Walk) 
150 W Market St, Indianapolis, IN 46204 

Panera Bread (7 Min Walk)
110 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204 

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