Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Indiana

The food was delicious, and the pacing was on point—we didn’t have any stacking of courses (despite it being V-day weekend). The French onion soup was rich and deeply flavored, and we were surprised to learn it was made with a vegetable broth. The prime rib wontons were delicious and balanced, the pork Wellington was a yummy surprise, and the trout with its creamy risotto tower was unique and rewarding. The cocktail list leans heavy to bourbon and whiskey, but the gin cocktail I had was tart and refreshing and perfect. We were a little underwhelmed by the ports, but they were a good value, so we can’t really quibble. Overall, a very delightful experience from start to finish.

It had been over half a decade since we’d been to Traders Point, but after seeing their Valentine’s Day menu, we decided it was worth making a Valentine’s Day mini weekend of it. The Harpist music was subtle enough for background, but loud enough to enjoy. Once we realized she was playing pop music songs, we enjoyed guessing them. We ordered the Valentine’s Day Flight half because my wife wanted to see how they were garnished. She really like the bold orange elder flower mimosa and lemon lavender French 75. Will try and recreate at home, you can se me the garnishes in pictures. Orange peel opened up like a rose bud in the Negroni. I had their Honey Bunch (take on a manhattan), pecans work well with Bourbon and honey, who knew? Pecan crumble garnish made it festive and change the taste. And then a Feisty Cabernet Sauvignon to go with dinner. We added a cheese and meat charcuterie board to accompany the meal. Favorite was a goat cheese from California that had Moon in the name of the creamery, we are calling to see if we can be reminded of the creamery. Their own award winning cheese was very good as well. We happily finished everything in the board. We both really like my wife’s crab stuffed shrimp starter. I had meatballs that were a little undercooked in the middle for wife’s preference, but I was quite happy. We are on opposite ends of the cooking temperature spectrum. We were both really happy with our mains. Porkchop with spiced seeet potato swisschard for her and filet with added blue cheese whipped potato brussel sprouts for me. Don’t sleep on the Ice Cream Sundae. It’s a creamery. With house made toffee crumble. Best sundae ever. She liked her cherry chocalate cheesecake, but brought most of it home. And of course on the way out, bought 2 bottles of chocolate milk to take home to the kids. If you are from out of town, always bring a cooler to Traders Point.

Great experience. The staff is very friendly and fun, and the whole environment feels like a theme park experience. The cakes are delicious, so while the prices are high, you get what you pay for, and it's definitely worth it for a special occasion or if you just need the best piece of cake you could possibly get. This location is a bit small and cramped, but it's still decorated very thoughtfully and pretty; the ambiance and theming is excellent. I recommend the Raspberry Champaign Cake and the Carrot Cake, but I don't think you can miss. Oh, and the Coconut Latte blew my mind, if you like coconut and espresso!

My partner and I went here for a Valentine's Day date, and we LOVED every second of it. Our server was polite, patient, and engaged with us in our choices. We ordered three pizzas to go and they are INCREDIBLE. My new favorite place for pizza, hands down.

Our New Favorite Spot. Great Service, Excellent Food, Wine List is very reasonably priced. Fried Oysters are amazing. Menu changes often for a wide variety. Definitely be back. Matt (Server) Fantastic.