El Ranchero
Mexican
2100 Liberty Dr.
812-822-2329
110 E. Winslow Rd.
812-822-1302
3615 W Ind. 46, Ellettsville
812-876-9900
This west side Mexican spot boasts a massive dining room with high ceilings and a party atmosphere. Share one of the specialties, like the Marrano Ranchero, featuring grilled pork shoulder with spicy red sauce and a generous helping of avocado. The lengthy menu is full of variations on the standard burritos, enchiladas, and fajitas. Alongside complimentary chips and salsa, you won’t go hungry! • Prices: $–$$ • Hours: Sun.–Th. 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. • Bar: Beer • Credit Cards: Visa, MC, AMEX, Disc. • Outdoor Seating: No
Eric Gordon’s Greek’s Pizzeria
American, Pizza
1425 N. Dunn St.
812-822-0222
Located in the Evolve apartment complex across from Indiana University’s Memorial Stadium and owned by the former IU basketball great (and current NBA star) Eric Gordon, Eric Gordon’s Greek Pizzeria offers specialty pies, salads, and sandwiches. Boneless wings and breadsticks are other popular draws. • Prices: $-$$ • Hours: Sun.–Thu. 11 a.m.–8:30 p.m.; Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m. • Bar: Beer • Outdoor Seating: No
Esan Thai
Asian, Fair Labor, South/Southeast Asian, Thai
221 E. Kirkwood
812-333-8424
House specialties at this bright and airy restaurant at the back of Victoria Towers are based on family recipes. Try the Yum Khai, a spicy grilled chicken salad with shallots, cilantro, tomato, and lime juice, or the Moo Num Tok (grilled pork with onion, mint, and chilies). Noodle dishes and curries are also first-rate. • Prices: Lunch: $-$$; Dinner: $$-$$$ • Hours: Sun.–Mon., Wed.–Th. 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Closed Tu.; Reservations recommended on weekends. • Bar: No • Credit Cards: Visa, MC, AMEX, Disc. • Outdoor Seating: Yes • Fair Labor Decal