Healthy, Organic Restaurants in Carmel, Indiana (and surrounding area)

Our team has thoughtfully chosen restaurants in Carmel, Indiana; restaurants that uphold our standards for quality local ingredients and health-focused menu items. Whether you're looking for a taste of the Midwest or something more broad, these spots not only serve delicious food but also offer real health benefits. Here are some of the healthiest restaurants we found:

Vitality Bowls

110 West Main Street
Carmel, Indiana 46032
317-581-9496

Vitality Bowls offers superfood bowls with a focus on organic ingredients. Try the Superfood Bowl (organic açaí, graviola, pitaya, banana, strawberries, kale, VB blend) or the Warrior Bowl (organic açaí, banana, blueberries, raspberries, organic flax seeds, spinach). There’s also the Vitality Bowl (organic açaí, banana, strawberries, VB blend, granola, banana, strawberries, organic goji berries, honey). For a lighter option, go for the Tropical Bowl (organic açaí, banana, mango, pineapple, organic flax seeds, coconut milk). Another choice is the Dragon Bowl (pitaya, banana, pineapple, raspberries, immunity boost, coconut milk, mango).

Convivio Italian Artisan Cuisine

11529 Spring Mill Road
Carmel, Indiana 46032
317-564-4670

Convivio Italian Artisan Cuisine serves Italian dishes with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Try the Risotto Ai Funghi (Fungi Meadows mushrooms, porcinis, caramelized shallots, grana padano, chives, thyme) or the Milanese Di Maiale (pounded Fisher Farms pork chop, creamy polenta, herbed breadcrumbs, almond-arugula salad, lemon brown butter). There’s also the Salmone (organic salmon, artichokes, Swiss chard, kalamata olives, cannellini beans, sun-dried tomatoes). For seafood, go for the Pollo Alla Pizzaiola (pounded chicken breast, fontina, tomatoes, capers, roasted asparagus, creamy polenta). Another option is the Filetto (peppercorn-crusted filet mignon, garlic & rosemary potatoes, sauteed spinach, Dijon-brandy cream sauce).

Matador

10 East Main Street
Carmel, Indiana 46032
317-669-6580

Matador focuses on Spanish tapas with bold flavors. Try the Croquetas De Jamón (béchamel, jamón, manchego, piquillo alioli) or the Brussels Sprouts (chorizo, cranberry, golden raisin, marcona almond, sweet chili sauce). There’s also the Gambas (garlic, parsley, black sea salt). For a unique option, go for the Pincho (marinated chicken, marcona almond, sweet chili sauce). Another choice is the Albóndigas (wagyu beef, chorizo, piquillo pepper, tomato, manchego).

Josephine

110 West Main Street
Carmel, Indiana 46032
317-548-3589

Josephine offers French-inspired cuisine with an emphasis on local ingredients. Try the Le Beau Salad (greens, shaved fennel, pickled strawberries, lemon-poppyseed goat cheese, dates, tarragon vinaigrette, candied almond cluster, citrus supreme) or the Coq Au Vin (braised chicken, pan au jus, roasted mirepoix, roasted potatoes). There’s also the Salmon Almondine (Ora king Salmon, orange beurre blanc, potato aligoté, Worcestershire Brussels sprouts). For seafood, try the Flounder (pan seared & finished in the oven, topped with a lemon caper cream, served with grilled zucchini and squash, roasted potatoes). Another option is the Duck A L'orange (seared duck breast, served over roasted potatoes and sautéed carrots).

Stone Creek Dining Company

4450 Weston Pointe Drive
Zionsville, Indiana 46077
317-873-9700

Stone Creek Dining Company serves creative American dishes with local flair. Try the Filet Medallions With Lobster Risotto (asparagus-lobster risotto, parmesan, tomato jam) or the Orange-miso Salmon (sesame rice cake, leek, spinach, asparagus, scallion, ginger-soy sauce, orange-miso glaze). There’s also the Blackened Chicken (Cajun dirty rice with bacon, avocado, black bean-cucumber salsa, lime crema). For a lighter option, try the Grilled Shrimp (basil pesto, pea and mushroom pearl couscous, arugula, fennel and orange salad). Another choice is the Short Rib (vanilla-bourbon sweet potato mash, fried carrot, black truffle & porcini demi).

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