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Indianapolis' 4 top diners (that won't break the bank)

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Published on May 23, 2019
Indianapolis' 4 top diners (that won't break the bank)Lincoln Square Pancake House. | Photo: Megan T./Yelp

Looking to try the best diners in town?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable diners in Indianapolis, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fill the bill.

1. Lincoln Square Pancake House

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Topping the list is Lincoln Square Pancake House. Located at 8041 Madison Ave. in South Perry, the diner, cafe and breakfast and brunch spot is the highest-rated cheap diner in Indianapolis, boasting 4.5 stars out of 124 reviews on Yelp. 

Try the doughnut biscuits, breakfast tacos or Nutella French toast. Lincoln Square Pancake House is open from 7 a.m.–3 p.m. every day.

2. Mann's Grille

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West Indianapolis' Mann's Grille, located at 1214 S. Tibbs Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the cheap diner and traditional American spot four stars out of 109 reviews.

On the menu, look for diner classics like meatloaf and salisbury steak. Also a go-to for breakfast, the eatery serves up omelets, pancakes and French toast. 

3. Mother's Table

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Mother's Table, a diner and traditional American spot in Chapel Hill-Ben Davis, is another inexpensive spot, with four stars out of 108 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1301 S. High School Road to try it for yourself.

Open since 2013, the family-friendly eatery features an extensive menu, with everything from eggs Benedict to barbecue ribs and gyros. 

Yelper Rebecca L. wrote, "Good solid comfort food place with a huge variety of options. This isn't a place to go for date night, but it is a place that serves a good breakfast or a lunch that is filling and tasty. What it lacks in atmosphere it makes up for in decent food at reasonable prices."

4. Jimmy's Diner

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Over in University Heights, check out Jimmy's Diner, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 34 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the diner and breakfast and brunch spot, which offers burgers and more, by heading over to 3301 Shelby St.

In addition to breakfast fare, a wide selection of sandwiches are on offer, including a Reuben and hot ham and cheese.

Yelper Fallon R. noted, "This no-frills diner has fast and tasty diner food. The menu prices are insanely cheap." 

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