7 Must‑Try Restaurants in Avon Indiana for Food Lovers

Avon, Indiana packs seven distinct cuisines into a few miles of US 36: Italian, Thai, Cajun, Vietnamese, seafood, barbecue, and a full wine-country restaurant. Most are clustered within a mile of each other near US 36 and Avon Avenue, making a multi-stop food night realistic without much driving.

1. Charbonos

Charbonos has been an Avon fixture since 2001, serving Italian and American dishes in a Tuscan-style dining room, known for wood-fired pizzas, house pastas, and an extensive wine list. It's operated by the Cunningham Restaurant Group.

• Address: 128 N Avon Ave, Avon, IN 46123
• Hours: Mon-Thu & Sun 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri-Sat 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
• Phone: (317) 272-1900

2. Bangkok Kitchen

Bangkok Kitchen serves traditional Thai dishes from pad Thai to curries, with a menu built around fresh ingredients and made-to-order spice levels.

• Address: 9269 E US Hwy 36, Avon, IN 46123
• Hours: Split lunch/dinner service Monday-Saturday (roughly 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and 4:30-9 p.m.); call ahead to confirm
• Phone: (317) 438-5887

3. Yats

Yats is a fast-casual Cajun and Creole spot known for jambalaya, gumbo, and étouffée in generous, affordably priced portions.

• Address: 9259 E US Hwy 36, Avon, IN 46123

4. Pho 36

A family-owned Vietnamese restaurant best known for pho, with a menu that also covers banh mi, rice plates, and vermicelli bowls.

• Address: 9655 E US Hwy 36, Ste C, Avon, IN 46123
• Hours: Mon-Thu 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. & 4:30-8:30 p.m., Fri-Sat 11 a.m.-9 p.m., closed Sunday
• Phone: (317) 273-1830

5. Ugly Crab

Ugly Crab focuses on New Orleans-style seafood boils, with crab, shrimp, clams, and lobster served to your choice of seasoning and spice level.

• Address: 9655 E US Hwy 36, Ste K, Avon, IN 46123
• Hours: Closed Monday, Tue-Sat 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 12-9 p.m.

6. Smokey Bones (Verify Before Publishing)

Flag: Yelp's listing for this location is tagged "CLOSED" as of August 2026. Confirm current status with the location directly, or the corporate site, before this page goes live. If closed, this entry should be swapped for another barbecue option or removed and the "7 best" framing adjusted.

• Last known address: 10143 East US Hwy 36, Avon, IN 46123

7. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant

Cooper's Hawk pairs a full American menu with an in-house winery and tasting room, including guided wine tastings and a large wine club.

• Address: 8696 E US Hwy 36, Avon, IN 46123
• Hours: Mon-Thu 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Fri 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
• Phone: (317) 806-1234

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Italian restaurant in Avon, Indiana?

Charbonos is Avon's longest-running upscale Italian option, known for wood-fired pizzas and house-made pastas since 2001.

Where can I get seafood in Avon, Indiana?

Ugly Crab specializes in New Orleans-style seafood boils with crab, shrimp, clams, and lobster on US 36.

Is there a winery or wine bar in Avon, Indiana?

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant combines a full-service American restaurant with an on-site winery and guided wine tastings on US 36.

About Scott Harmeyer

Scott Harmeyer is a REALTOR®/Broker with F.C. Tucker Company, Inc. (License #RB22000494), a recipient of F.C. Tucker's Executive Club award, serving buyers and sellers across Avon and Central Indiana.

For those looking to make Avon their home, reach out to Scott Harmeyer for expert real estate advice.