1933 LOUNGE
This St. Elmo spinoff serves its full menu of steaks and seafood at every seat, including the barstools. A whole shrimp cocktail or slice of coconut cream pie you don’t have to share? What a dream. Multiple locations
ASTREA ROOFTOP BAR
Hotel bars are made for solo drinking, but with a notable small plates menu, this view-laden spot is also an excellent dinner destination for locals seeking a special night.
17 W. Market St., 463-303-0400
Golden Ace Inn
You won’t be alone for long at this friendly eastside bar, where the cheeseburgers have been cooked in the same cast iron pans for close to a century.
2533 E. Washington St., 317-632-0696
Izakaya Japanese Restaurant
Belly up to the sushi bar at Izakaya, or take a seat at the hibachi for a lesson in Japanese grilling—much more engaging than scrolling through your phone.
7325 E. 96th St., 317 915-8988
KOUNTRY KITCHEN
This cozy soul food spot has a bar as well as an abundance of small tables perfect for one.
Engaging servers who linger and chat seal the deal.
1831 N. College Ave., 317-635-6000
