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Shapiro's Delicatessen

Indianapolis, IN

About Shapiro's Delicatessen

An Indianapolis institution since 1905, Shapiro's serves towering corned beef sandwiches, matzo ball soup, and homemade cheesecake cafeteria-style. Located near downtown, it's a pre-Pacers or pre-Colts tradition for generations of Indy fans. Every president since Taft has reportedly eaten here, and the no-frills charm is part of the appeal.

Located in Indianapolis.

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Shapiro's Delicatessen Address, Photos & Visitor Answers

Address: Shapiro's Delicatessen is located in Indianapolis, IN.

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Hours: Shapiro's Delicatessen hours can vary by event day and season. Check official local listings before heading out.

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How Fans Usually Use Shapiro's Delicatessen

Shapiro's Delicatessen works best as a pregame and recovery food anchor in Indianapolis.

  1. Before the Main Event: Use Shapiro's Delicatessen as your setup point before heading into the busiest event window.
  2. During Peak Crowd Hours: Pair this stop with nearby venue routes and monitor local event timing for faster transitions.
  3. After the Event: Layer Shapiro's Delicatessen into your closeout plan with additional food/nightlife/attraction options from linked city pages.

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About Shapiro's Delicatessen

Shapiro's Delicatessen is a popular spot for fans visiting Indianapolis. An Indianapolis institution since 1905, Shapiro's serves towering corned beef sandwiches, matzo ball soup, and homemade cheesecake cafeteria-style. Located near downtown, it's a pre-Pacers or pre-Colts tradition for generations of Indy fans. Every president since Taft has reportedly eaten here, and the no-frills charm is part of the appeal.

Shapiro's Delicatessen is located in Indianapolis, IN.

Shapiro's Delicatessen is located in Indianapolis, IN.

Use the gallery image on this page and nearby recommendations to preview Shapiro's Delicatessen before you visit.

Shapiro's Delicatessen hours can vary by event day and season. Check official local listings before heading out.

If you are planning transit access to Shapiro's Delicatessen, check local bus and train schedules in Indianapolis.