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Monti Aperitivo & Cucina

4.7 (137)
$31 to $50
Italian
1110 Shelby St, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46203-1904

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Monti Aperitivo & Cucina

4.7
$31 to $50
Italian
Fountain Square

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
HAPPY HOUR 4 - 6 PM!

MONTI Aperitivo & Cucina is inspired by the Monti district in Rome, IT. The Monti neighborhood is full of art galleries, creative studios, independent restaurants and shops - just like our home of Fountain Square.

MONTI Aperitivo & Cucina is housed in a century-old building, and led by the simplicity of Italian farmhouse cuisine, with a focus on spritzes, vermouths, wines, craft cocktails, and a focused, seasonal menu.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Francesco Settanni

Experiences

  • Sold out

    L'Arco Amarone dinner

    US$125.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Max. 6 tickets per person

    Nov 3, 2026 only
    6:00 p.m.
    Join Monti and B-Side Selections in welcoming founder and winemaker Luca Fedrigo of L'Arco to Indianapolis! Luca is one of the most exciting producers in Veneto. He trained under the legendary Amarone producer Giuseppe Quintarelli; L'Arco is located just steps away from the Quintarelli estate, and Luca produces wine in the same artistic tradition while incorporating his own traditions and ideas. It's hard to think of another producer who so seamlessly integrates respect for tradition, expression of terroir, and their own original voice. We will be highlighting L'Arco's five flagship red wines, paired with 5 classic dishes from Veneto. The lineup includes the 2021 Amarone della Valpolicella release; in keeping with his mentor's standards, Luca releases Amarone only during exceptional years, and each one is a limited release.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Monti Aperitivo & Cucina.

4.7

4.7
(137)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Monti Aperitivo & Cucina offers an authentic Italian experience with "fantastic service" and "outstanding food." Guests rave about the "warm, truly authentic smile" from staff, the scratch kitchen's exceptional dishes, and the vibrant atmosphere. "A must try" for its fresh pasta, delicious cocktails, and welcoming ambiance, making it a gem in Indianapolis.
137 Reviews
  1. Julius

    Indiana4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    BRILLIANT is how I would describe this gem of a restaurant

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  2. Dan Gold

    Indiana6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic GM, space, service team, chef, etc. Food was outstanding. Atmosphere and space is well designed adding to the vibrant ‘buzz’. It was well worth the trip.

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  3. Edwin Gold

    Caribbean6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 21, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time exploring Fountain square and the restaurant experience makes the 30 minute drive worth it. Will be returning!

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  4. Leah

    Dublin5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was over visiting Indianapolis for a very quick visit & found Monti through a food blogger recommendation… best recommendation of the trip!! I am so glad I took the trip to this restaurant. I was dining alone & the way both the owner/host & my waitress made me feel totally at ease from the moment I walked in was incredible. Greeted with a shot of their vermouth of the day, then by a gorgeous glass of orange wine. The food was exceptional, every dish had such a depth of flavour!! I will be recommending anyone I know who’s in Indianapolis to make sure they visit this beautiful restaurant. & I will without a doubt be back!! Next time I want to try their pasta!!!  They even gave me a cocktail on the house, just outstanding customer service. Thank you for such a wonderful dining experience!!

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  5. Travis

    Indiana2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service. We will be back many times.

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  6. Mark

    Indiana4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Held a first business dinner at Monti after eating there several times. The food was, as always fantastic. One of my guests, who considers himself quite a foody announced after dinner that he's eaten in restaurants all over the world, considers himself a foodie and felt this meal was one of the best he'd had anywhere. We were able to have great conversation and got closer to closing some of the business I brought them there to discuss. I will absolutely continue to be bring more business meetings to Monti in the future!

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  7. Pat

    Indiana6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 1, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    alway love the attention to detail, the service and the welcome. Food wonderful, fresh and unique.

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  8. Carl Gold

    Indiana46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first, but not our last, visit to Monti’s was certainly a treat. Trying some of the dishes from each course, we discovered true Italian cuisine: zesty meatballs with sauce paired with the focaccia and caponata (eggplant and olive spread) proved especially tasty; gnocchi boscaiola and rigatoni alla gricia provided pleasure with the homemade pastas and very different sauces; the unparalleled highlight was the fresh branzino, so succulent and tender we were in awe! Chocolate “salami” and housemade lemincello closed the culinary tour with sighs! Celebrating a birthday proved fun with server Jesse, who explained dishes, offered suggestions, and was in constant attention to our needs. Although the back room was quite chilly at arrival, eventually it warmed as other patrons arrived. The menu isn’t large, but each course was excellent. We shall return. The overall vibe is very active and positive in this location, with lots of people-watching inside and out.

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  9. Jason

    Indiana2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful atmosphere but........ I want to love the food but just can't. It's too strange of an adaptation on Italian to enjoy, and the pasta portions are generally small. Service is slow to the point of being ignored. Great place if you're wanting to impressive an eclectic friend. Terrible if you're wanting Italian food.

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  10. Rachel

    Detroit / Eastern Michigan2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing! Absolutely love everything we ordered including the octopus appetizer dish, gnocchi dish and the pan fry whole branzino

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Francesco Settanni

FAQs

Yes, Monti has a patio that guests praise as a nice spot for dining and drinks.

The whole branzino is a recurring favorite, it appears on Monti’s menu and multiple guests praise the whole branzino as a must-try.

Monti feels warm, cozy, and polished, housed in a century‑old building with a tiled bar and a lively, intimate dining room that many reviewers call romantic and hip; a number of guests note the space can get loud later in the evening.

Yes, Monti describes its offerings as a focused, seasonal menu, indicating the menu is refreshed to follow seasonal ingredients.

Yes, Monti is frequently recommended for a romantic evening, with guests praising its intimate, polished atmosphere and citing anniversary and date-night visits.

Monti Aperitivo & Cucina is open Tuesday through Saturday from 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm, and the restaurant advertises a happy hour from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

Monti is a fantastic aperitivo spot, visit during its happy hour (4–6 PM) for drinks at the bar; for a calmer dinner, arrive earlier in the evening rather than late night when the room tends to get louder.

Yes, Monti runs a happy hour from 4–6 PM, and guests also praise the restaurant’s wine- and dinner-pairing events and wine dinners as special evenings to seek out.

Yes, families with older children are welcomed; reviewers note servers making helpful recommendations for teenagers and enjoying relaxed dinners with adult children.

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Monti Aperitivo & Cucina

4.7
$31 to $50
Italian
Fountain Square

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
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