Indy Food on TV

Whether you’re looking to try the best thing you’ve ever eaten, want to compete in a stomach-filling food challenge, or simply want to find the best drive-in or dive in Indy, here’s a list of Travel Channel and Food Network shows that have filmed in the city.

Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives

Guy Fieri recently rolled in to Indianapolis to check out our best Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives. From tasty tamales to Philly cheesesteaks, Guy really got a sneak peek at some of the best hidden gems in Indianapolis.

Zest - Zest's name says it all as they are known for their exciting food creations in the hip SoBro area of Indianapolis. While everything is pretty darn tasty, Guy munched on tomato bon bons (pictured above).

Barking Dog - The barking lard BLT made with homemade bacon caused Guy to swoon over this dog-friendly joint, located a bit north of downtown.

Jerseys Cafe - Guy had the opportunity to sample Jersey Cafe's famous Jersey cheese steaks, which can be topped in 33 different ways. This hot spot is located north of downtown in Carmel.

Steer-In - This 50-year-old diner features tasty sandwiches and classic burgers. Guy fell in love with the made-from-scratch Italian meatball sub covered in mozzarella and asiago cheeses.

Zydeco's - Located southwest of downtown in Mooresville, this Cajun restaurant has quite the New Orleans flair. Guy opted for the homemade jambalaya and blackened catfish.

3 Sisters Cafe - This quaint and hip cafe located in Broad Ripple Village serves up a little bit of everything. Guy was a fan of the house favorite, the D'Nai, a massive pork sandwich piled high with kale.

The Tamale Place - This truly authentic Mexican restaurant had Guy tasting tamales galore. The menu includes options for homemade masa filled with everything from beef to apples.

Man Vs. Food

Are you in the mood for a little competitive eating? Channel your inner Kobayashi and follow Man Vs. Food host Adam Richman by heading to these great Indy spots that offer diners big bites.

Bub's Burgers & Ice Cream - Adam attempted to devour not one, but four large and in charge "Big Uglies." This famed six-pound challenge continues to draw customers to the Carmel hot spot for a chance at foodie fame.

Edward's Drive-In - Adam also stopped by this iconic restaurant that has been serving customers for over 50 years. Though there is plenty to choose from, Adam tasted a traditional Hoosier dish--a breaded pork tenderloin sandwich.

Gray Brothers Cafeteria - Gray Brothers offers colossal comfort food. Adam assisted chefs with whipping up a satisfying strawberry pie (pictured above) and a mouth-watering, homemade meatloaf.

Eat Street

With a focus on great street food, Eat Street stopped in Indianapolis to dine streetside at some of the city’s best food trucks.

West Coast Tacos - Enjoy the tacos on wheels that helped spark a culinary trend in the Circle City.

Scratch - Serving up modern comfort food, this truck (pictured above) offers a new twist for any lunch hour.

Some of This Some of That - This mobile catering company has plenty of Cajun flavor, including jambalaya, gumbo and shrimp po boys.

Spice Box - A mouth-watering food truck serving up Indian flavors with a whole lot of freshness, authenticity and friendly service.

Mac Genie - Tempt your taste buds with this truck's gourmet mac & cheese and signature flavor combinations.

The Best Thing I Ever Ate

When Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate visits town, you know they're on a mission to highlight some seriously amazing grub.

St. Elmo Steak House - It is not a shock that Ray Lampe featured Indy's most famed restaurant on The Best Thing I Ever Ate. Ray raved about the world's spiciest dish, the St. Elmo shrimp cocktail on the "Hot & Spicy" episode. Do you dare?

Shapiro's Deli & Cafeteria - Marc Summers loves Shapiro's, listing the peppered beef sandwich (pictured above) as his local Indy favorite. Try this dish and more at this classic, tasty deli.