1947 Eatery & Lounge in Indianapolis, IN

4.5(509)$20–30Indianapolis, IN
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Highly rated at 4.5 stars with 509 reviews.

  • Family-friendly
  • Budget-friendly
  • Quick service

Best for / Not ideal for

Best for

  • Families
  • Large groups
  • Quick meals
  • Casual dining
  • Budget dining

Not ideal for

  • Fine dining seekers
  • Romantic dinners

At a glance

Indianapolis, IN • Price $20–30 • 4.5★
1947 Eatery & Lounge is an Indian buffet located in the Castleton neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. With a strong rating of 4.5 stars based on 509 reviews, this establishment offers dine-in service, takeout, and no-contact delivery. The price range is between $20 and $30. Visitors can find hours, website, and phone information for 1947 Eatery & Lounge. This Indian buffet is situated at 5846 E 82nd St. For those in Indianapolis seeking an Indian buffet experience with a high customer satisfaction rating, 1947 Eatery & Lounge provides multiple service options.

Good to know

  • 1947 Eatery & Lounge has a listed address in Indianapolis, IN, so visitors can confirm the exact location before going.
  • The page includes a 4.5-star rating from 509 reviews.
  • Website and phone details are available for checking current menu, hours, or availability.
  • Service details include takeout.
This family-friendly Indian buffet welcomes diners of all ages. As a budget-friendly option, this buffet offers affordable dining.
Address
5846 E 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46250, Castleton, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 288-0060
Today
11 AM–3 PM
Price
$20–30
Rating
4.5 (509 reviews)

What stands out

🍽️Delicious food

Multiple reviewers praise the taste and flavor

👥Friendly service

Attentive and helpful staff

🌟Nice atmosphere

Pleasant and welcoming environment

📋Huge selection

Lots of options to choose from

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Before you go

🍽️Dine-in available

Eat in the restaurant

🚚Delivery available

Delivery service offered

🥡Takeout available

Order to go

Not the Fastest

Score 35/100 · 3 positive signals
Quick bite score35/100
Speed signals
10/30
Grab-and-go
0/25
Budget-friendly
5/20
Time commitment
15/15
Convenience
5/10

What works

  • Fast service
  • Moderate pricing
  • Ideal for quick meals

Keep in mind

  • No takeout option

Scored from service speed, takeout options, pricing, meal format, and lunch availability.

Early Evening Only 🌇

Score 26/100 · 3 positive signals
Full night out score26/100
Late-night hours
0/30
Drinks on premises
0/20
Nightlife nearby
18/25
Entertainment
8/15
Weekend potential
0/10

What works

  • 3 bars and nightlife venues within walking distance
  • Karaoke and nightclubs nearby
  • Cinema within walking distance

Keep in mind

  • No alcohol — you'll need to go elsewhere for drinks

Scored from closing hours, on-premises drinks, nearby nightlife, entertainment, and weekend hours.

Trusted Rating

⚖️ 4.1 weighted · 509 reviews
4.1weighted · raw 4.5 from 509 reviews(↓ 0.36 from raw)
Needs More Reviews
Review volume vs. city median509 / 650 median
03,250 (Rock Solid threshold)
Rating spread on Yelp
5★
4★
3★
2★
1★

Relative share of Yelp ratings by star — bar length shows how ratings skew, not exact counts.

The trusted rating blends this place’s raw score (4.5) with the city average (3.85) using a Bayesian formula. Places with fewer reviews are pulled toward the city mean; places with 3250+ reviews carry their rating at nearly full weight.

Photos

1 photos

Hours & Location

Status: Hours available

Regular Hours

7 days
friday
11 AM–3 PM
monday
Closed
saturday
11 AM–3 PM
sunday
11 AM–3 PM
thursday
11 AM–3 PM
tuesday
11 AM–3 PM
wednesday
11 AM–3 PM

Pricing

Price range $20–30
Price range$20–30

Amenities & Services

Accessibility, service options, and dining details

Accessibility

Wheelchair, parking, and more
 Wheelchair accessible entrance Wheelchair accessible parking lot Wheelchair accessible restroom Wheelchair accessible seating

Amenities

Available facilities and features
Vegan optionsLimited vegetarian optionsWheelchair accessibleAccepts Android PayAccepts credit cardsModerate noise

Atmosphere

Ambiance and setting
 Casual Cozy Trendy UpscaleGood for groups

Service Options

Dine-in, takeout, delivery
Dine_inNo_contact_deliveryTakeoutReservationsDeliveryOutdoor Seating

Takeout service is available. Delivery service is offered.

Payment Methods

Accepted payment types
 Credit cards Debit cards N F C mobile payments

Highlights

Special features
 Fast service Great cocktails Sports

Planning

Reservations and groups
 Accepts reservations

Popular Dishes

11 dishes reviewers mention most
  • Old Delhi Butter Chicken$17.0029 mentions
  • Samosa$8.0012 mentions
  • Chinese Bhel$11.004 mentions
  • Biryani$14.004 mentions
  • Peanut Masala$9.003 mentions
  • 1947 Tikka$15.003 mentions
  • Butter Masala$15.003 mentions
  • Navabi Lamb Chops$32.003 mentions
  • Schezwan Noodles$14.002 mentions
  • Hakka Fried Rice$14.002 mentions
  • Paneer Lababdar$17.002 mentions

Dishes most frequently mentioned in Yelp reviews.

Full Menu

41 items with prices
  • Amritsari Fish Pakoda$16.00

    Diced fish battered on gram flour , fried to crispness.

  • Peanut Masala$9.00

    Roasted peanuts infused with flavors and garnished with fresh onions, tomatoes , cilantro .

  • Samosa$8.00

    Savory pastry stuffed with minced masala potatoes.

  • Crispy Corn$11.00

    Home-made battered and fried corn kernels tossed with fresh onion, tomatoes, chilis, and cilantro.

  • Tandoori Momos$15.00

    Steamed savory dumplings sauteed in spicy sauce ! Choice of Chicken or Veg

  • Golgappe Shots$11.00

    Crispy shells filled with masala potatoes and served with 3 varieties of water to be infused in the shells.

  • Phool Makhana Bhel$14.00

    Roasted Puffed lotus Seeds topped with fresh chopped veggies , chutnies and sev

  • Dynamite Gobi$16.00

    Crispy cauliflower sauteed in a fiery house special sauce .

  • Manchow Soup$8.50

    Choice of Chicken or Veggie

  • Pepper Fry ( Chicken / Veggie )$15.00

    Chicken or Paneer simmered in a fresh chili blend

  • Hakka Fried Rice$14.00

    Chicken / Paneer. Rice delicacy Flavored with soy sauce and veggies and stir fried with your choice of protein.

  • Schezwan Noodles$14.00

    Noodles wok stir fried with fresh veggies.

  • Chili 1947$15.00

    Chicken or paneer sautéed in house specialty spicy sauce.

  • Chinese bhel$11.00

    Tangy and garlicky crispy noodles.

  • Pahadi Tikka$15.00

    Chicken / Paneer / Shrimp. Choice of protein marinated in slightly tangy, yet spicy yellow sauce and grilled to perfection.

  • Lahori Chicken Malai Murgh$14.00

    Boneless Chicken marinated in a savory yogurt blend of fresh garlic and ginger.

  • Tandoori Chicken Wings (7pcs)$14.00

    Tandoori bone in grilled wings in a choice of tikka masala or asian zest

  • Angara Tandoori Chicken$17.00

    Bone in classic Tandoor grilled chicken garnished with fresh grilled onions & peppers.

  • Navabi Lamb Chops$32.00

    Tandoor grilled juicy Lamb Chops infused with secret blend of fresh herbs.

  • 1947 Tikka$15.00

    Choice of protein prepped in a spicy pickle marinade grilled

  • Old Delhi Butter Chicken$17.00

    Creamy authentic tomato based boneless curry chicken.

  • Dhaba Murgh$17.00

    Spicy Tadka bone in chicken curry.

  • Jaipuri Laal Maas$21.00

    Boneless lamb curry slow cooked with yogurt and spicy red chilis.

  • Barawa Baingan$17.00

    Slow simmered sliced and stuffed eggplants in a slightly tangy gravy

Menu sourced from Yelp; items and prices may change.

Reviews

509 reviews

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What is the rating of 1947 Eatery & Lounge?

1947 Eatery & Lounge has a 4.5-star rating based on 509 customer reviews.

🛍️Shopping District

Set in a busy shopping area — great for combining dining with errands or browsing.

Set in a busy shopping area — great for combining dining with errands or browsing.

Food & Dining
22
Retail & Shopping
21
Miscellaneous Services
5
Recreation & Entertainment
4
Financial Services
2
Transportation & Automotive
2

61 nearby places across 10 categories

Nearby Places

Local services, shops, and points of interest

61 places nearby (arts & culture, tech, finance, food, healthcare)

Cinemas

AMC Castleton Square 14

Cinema

6020 East 82nd Street

~0.2 mi
Website

Place Of Worships

Antioch Community Church

Place Of Worship

5981 East 86th Street

~0.4 mi
+1-317-982-0685Website

Post Offices

The UPS Store

Post Office

5325 East 82nd Street

~0.5 mi

Banks

Union Savings Bank

Bank

5881 East 82nd Street

~380 ft
Fifth Third Bank

Bank

6071 East 82nd Street

~0.2 mi
+1-317-842-8726

Restaurants

LongHorn Steakhouse

Restaurant

5910 East 82nd Street

~493 ftSu-Th 11:00-22:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-23:00
+1-317-595-0094Website
Amber Indian Restaurant

Restaurant

5929 East 82nd Street

~0.1 mi
Yummy Bowl

Restaurant

~0.1 mi
Taqueria El Jinete

Restaurant

~0.1 mi
McAlister's Deli

Restaurant

~0.2 miMo-Su 10:30-21:00
Takumi Boba & Ramen

Restaurant

6066 East 82nd Street

~0.2 miWe-Su 12:00-20:00
+13177920865
Pho Tasty

Restaurant

~0.2 mi
Olive Garden

Restaurant

6130 East 82nd Street

~0.3 miMo-Su 11:00-23:00
+1-317-842-6321Website

Cafes

Chill'n Camp Tea & BBQ

Cafe

~523 ft
Ascend Coffee

Cafe

5941 East 86th Street

~0.4 miMo-Fr 06:30-16:00; Sa-Su 07:30-16:00
Website
Tsaocaa Indy

Cafe

6386 East 82nd Street

~0.5 mi
Website

Fast Foods

Domino's

Fast Food

~0.1 mi
Wingstop

Fast Food

~0.1 mi
Panda Express

Fast Food

6010 East 82nd Street

~0.2 mi
+1-317-913-0601Website
California Burger

Fast Food

~0.2 miSu-Th 10:00-22:00, Fr,Sa 10:00-24:00
McDonald's

Fast Food

6061 East 82nd Street

~0.2 mi05:00-23:00
+1 317-849-5033Website
Jimmy John's

Fast Food

6070 East 82nd Street

~0.3 mi
+1 317-577-9876Website
Popeyes

Fast Food

6161 East 82nd Street

~0.4 mi10:30-21:00
+1 317-845-0548Website
Papa John's

Fast Food

~0.4 mi

Bars

The Free Spirit

Bar

~0.6 mi

Bakerys

Tous les Jours

Bakery

8448 Center Run Drive

~0.6 miMo-Su 09:00-21:00
+1-317-516-5751Website

Pubs

Ale Emporium

Pub

8617 Allisonville Road

~0.6 miMo-Th 11:00-00:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-01:00; Su 11:00-22:00
+1-317-842-1333Website

Hospitals

Kindred Hospital Indianapolis North

Hospital

8060 Knue Road

~0.5 mi
+1-317-813-8900Website

Charging Stations

ChargePoint

Charging Station

~0.2 mi

Parcel Lockers

Amazon Locker - Lauren

Parcel Locker

~0.5 mi

Hairdressers

Sport Clips

Hairdresser

~0.5 mi

Beautys

ABC Nails

Beauty

~0.5 mi
Beauty 4 U

Beauty

6388 East 82nd Street

~0.5 mi

Yes

Dave & Buster's

Yes

8350 Castleton Corner Drive

~0.3 mi

Nightclubs

Estereo Nightclub

Nightclub

~0.5 mi

Fitness Centres

Life Time

Fitness Centre

~0.6 mi
Website
VASA Fitness

Fitness Centre

315 Center Run Drive

~0.6 miMo-Sa 04:00-24:00; Su 7:00-24:00
+13174448996

Video Games

Disc Replay

Video Games

~218 ft
The Exchange

Video Games

~0.2 mi

Clothes

Men's Wearhouse

Clothes

5868 East 82nd Street

~245 ft
+1-317-576-0558
H&M

Clothes

~0.2 mi
Cycle Gear

Clothes

~0.2 miMo-Fr 10:00-20:00; Sa,Su 10:00-19:00
+1-317-913-9213Website
Von Maur

Clothes

~0.3 mi
K&G Fashion Superstore

Clothes

5410 Allisonville Road

~0.4 mi

Electronics

Best Buy

Electronics

5820 East 82nd Street

~418 ft
+1 317-841-0711Website

Car Repairs

Firestone

Car Repair

6020 Castleton Square Drive

~0.2 mi
Jiffy Lube

Car Repair

8175 Allisonville Road

~0.6 mi
+1-317-849-0364Website
Meineke

Car Repair

6401 East 82nd Street

~0.6 mi

Car Parts

AutoZone

Car Parts

6055 East 82nd Street

~0.2 mi
+1-317-913-1927Website

Department Stores

JCPenney

Department Store

~0.2 mi
TJ Maxx

Department Store

5520 East 82nd Street

~0.3 mi
Macy's

Department Store

~0.3 mi
Website
Burlington

Department Store

5470 East 82nd Street

~0.4 miMo-Th 09:00-24:00; Fr-Sa 09:00-23:30; Su 09:00-23:00
+1 317-913-6867Website
Ross

Department Store

5415 East 82nd Street

~0.5 miMo-Th 10:30-22:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-22:30; Su 10:00-22:00
+1 317-913-0812

Paints

Sherwin-Williams

Paint

~0.3 mi

Malls

Castleton Square Mall

Mall

~0.3 mi

Variety Stores

Dollar Tree

Variety Store

~0.3 miMo-Sa 09:00-22:00; Su 09:00-20:00
Website

Housewares

HomeGoods

Houseware

~0.3 mi

Swimming Pools

West Marine

Swimming Pool

~0.5 mi

Cars

Tesla Indianapolis

Car

8280 Castleton Corner Drive

~0.2 miMo-Th 10:00-19:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-20:00; Su off
+1-317-814-6667Website

Fuels

Speedway

Fuel

8202 Allisonville Road

~0.6 mi
Website