Rev Indy 2025: A Night of Flavor, Community, and Purpose at the IMS

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Rev Indy 2025: A Night of Flavor, Community, and Purpose at the IMS

If there’s one thing we live for at We Like Indy, it’s shining a spotlight on the best events in the city—and Rev Indy 2025 was the place to be. Set against the thrilling backdrop of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, this event served up an unforgettable night of bold flavors, lively entertainment, and community impact.

Presented by Fifth Third Bank and organized by the Indiana University Health Foundation, Rev kicks off the racing season with style and purpose. And this year? It was bigger, better, and more flavorful than ever before.

A Night That Drives Change

This isn’t just an Indy food festival. Rev Indy is a fundraiser with a mission. Proceeds go directly to IU Health trauma and critical care services—supporting everyone from IndyCar drivers to vulnerable patients across Indiana. It’s a high-energy, high-impact night where having fun means doing good.

This year’s theme, “Driven for Change,” resonated with every bite and every beat, reminding us that progress happens when a community comes together.

The Best of the Best: Chefs & Restaurants at Rev 2025

Rev Indy 2025 featured the largest group of chefs to date, and the talent was unmatched. From local favorites to culinary innovators, the Speedway was transformed into a tasting tour of Indiana’s top kitchens. Here are just a few of the standout names who brought the heat:

Vic Vegas – a featured face of the event
9th Street Bistro – Samir Mohammad & Robert Schwartzman
80 Acres Farms – featuring chef Kyle Kirkwood
A Cut Above Catering – Amy von Eiff & Christian Rasmussen
Abbiocco Pizzeria – Rene Chavez Ayala & Alex Palou
Amazeball by Eat Surreal – Brittney Baxter & David Malukas
Azucar Morena – Andreina Paredes & Alex Palou
Back 9 Golf & Entertainment – Christina Holden & Ed Carpenter
Bluebeard – Alan Sternberg & Scott Dixon
Bear’d Bagel – Tom Race & Josef Newgarden
Blondie’s Cookies – Brenda Coffman & Graham Rahal
Bodhi – Pen, Nicky & Taelor + Ed Carpenter
Boba & Everything – Liza Christian & Nolan Siegel
Borage – Josh Kline & Zoë Taylor with Will Power
The Cannon Ball Lounge – Daniel Keiner & Helio Castroneves
Astrea Rooftop Bar – Craig Baker & Pato O’Ward
Arni’s Restaurant – Antonio Vargas & Colton Herta
Plus many more that made the Speedway smell and taste better than ever!

From gourmet small bites to comforting classics with a twist, the event highlighted the creativity and generosity of Indy’s culinary community. It was an Indy food lover’s paradise.

A Celebration of Community, Speed & Style

The Speedway came alive with live music, stylish guests, race-day glamour, and an unmistakable sense of pride. It’s more than just an event, it’s a celebration of what makes Indianapolis special: passion, progress, and people who show up for each other.

Whether you came for the food, the music, the racecars, or the cause, you left inspired.

Why Rev Indy 2025 Mattered

Events like Rev Indy show us the power of community when it comes together with intention. At We Like Indy, we’re proud to support initiatives that give back, especially when they celebrate everything we love: great local food, iconic Indy venues, and big-hearted Hoosiers making a difference.

We’re already counting down the days to next year’s event, and trust us, you should too.

Until then, stay hungry, stay local, and keep loving Indy the way we do.

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May 6, 2025