Festiva

✨Exciting Changes Ahead!✨

As we transition to new ownership, we’re filled with gratitude for the journey so far. Before we move into the next chapter, we’d love to have you with us this weekend to enjoy one last round of your favorites.

🗓️Reserve your table today - we can’t wait to share these final days with you!

Thank you for your support, and stay tuned for all that’s to come!🌟

We will be closed on election day. Exercise YOUR right to vote!!! 🇺🇸

A Message from George Munoz: A New Chapter for Festiva

Dear friends and family of Festiva,

As I share this news, I’m filled with gratitude and reflection on the journey Festiva has taken over the past seven years. Running this restaurant has been transformative—not only as a chef and business owner, but as part of an incredible community that has supported us through every milestone. From the beginning, my focus has been on creating a space where people could experience the warmth and vibrancy of fine Mexican cuisine.

Over the years, Festiva has been honored to be named among the Best of Indianapolis and recognized as one of the city’s top dining spots—a true testament to our hardworking team and the support of our amazing guests. Recently, however, I made the difficult decision to sell Festiva. Serious health challenges have made me re-evaluate my focus, and I want to ensure that Festiva continues to thrive and deliver the experience you all know and love. Under new ownership, Festiva will remain in good hands, allowing our talented team to keep bringing you the best.

Our last day under my ownership will be November 9. This decision has been influenced by my health, but it’s also part of a larger plan to dedicate more time to my family and healing. While stepping back is bittersweet, I look forward to the future with all the memories and friendships Festiva has brought into my life.

Thank you for the years of support, love, and enthusiasm you’ve shown me, my family, and our team. Here’s to new beginnings for Festiva and for us all.

With heartfelt gratitude,
George Munoz

Introducing the Envidia Sour! 🍋🥃

A bold twist on the classic whiskey sour, made with Angel’s Envy bourbon, fresh lemon, Angostura bitters, egg white, and our house-made syrup. Smooth, frothy, and perfectly balanced—this is one cocktail you’ll be envious of. 😏✨

Stop by and try it today!

✨ Weekday Special + New Entrée Alert! ✨

Introducing our Mole de Boda as part of our Weekday Special! 🎉 This traditional pork stew, often served at Mexican weddings, features tender pork in a rich red chile mole, served with rice, beans, and tortillas. 🍽️

From Tuesday through Thursday, enjoy this new entrée alongside our refreshing Mangonada Margarita—mango with a spicy chamoy/tajin rim and Camarena Reposado—for only $25! 🌶️🍹

Dine-in only, so grab your seat and make your midweek something special! ✨

Hey Festiva family,
We want to thank you for an amazing brunch season. Moving forward, we will be closed for Sunday brunch until further notice. 

Stay tuned for our seasonal specials and happy hour deals! Looking forward to spending dinners with you all!

✨CHEERS✨

New Masa Special!
🌼 Molotes de Platanos 🌺
-this dish is vegetarian-
sweet plantain masa stuffed with
black bean puree then topped with guacasalsa, crema, queso fresco, cilantro & purple pickled onions

🇲🇽 Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with us! 🎉

Our Masa of the Day special is the delicious **Empanadas de Camarón a la Mexicana** 🦐: Two crispy empanadas filled with shrimp sautéed with fresh tomato, onion, cilantro, and melted cheese. Topped with a refreshing uncooked tomato salsa, mixed with julienned cabbage, creamy crema, and queso fresco. It’s the perfect way to celebrate! 🌮✨

🇲🇽 ¡Viva México! 🇲🇽

La Noche del Grito – September 15, 1810

On the night of September 15, 1810, the bells rang out in the small town of Dolores, Guanajuato. But this time, it wasn’t a call to mass. Father Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla stood before the people, not to preach, but to denounce the oppression of Mexicans by the Spanish. He spoke of freedom and justice. Taking up a banner with the image of the Virgin of Guadalupe, he gave his famous cry—a cry for freedom, a cry to end slavery, a cry for independence, a cry for México.

Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with us! Our special entree is the iconic **Chile en Nogada**, traditionally served for this holiday in México. Enjoy a roasted poblano pepper stuffed with a savory blend of ground pork, beef, plantains, peaches, raisins, and olives, topped with a rich walnut-goat cheese cream sauce, pomegranate seeds, and goat cheese, served with garlicky white rice. A dish as vibrant as the holiday itself! 🇲🇽✨

✨ Weekday Special Alert! ✨ Join us Tuesday through Thursday for an unbeatable deal. Enjoy our seasonal Mangonada Margarita—mango with a spicy chamoy/tajin rim and Camarena Reposado—paired with our mouthwatering Carne en su Jugo.

Strips of beef stewed in a broth of its own juices & roasted tomatillo salsa with green onions, chile guerros, bacon & pinto beans served with tortillas - all for just $25! Dine-in only, so grab your spot and treat yourself midweek!

It might not officially be fall yet, but we’re loving this cozy weather! 🍂 And if you’re feeling a bit chilly, we’ve got you covered (literally!). Stop by for some warm vibes, delicious drinks, and savory food.

Good drinks. Good food. Good vibes—what more could you need? 🍹🍽️

✨ Weekday Special Alert! ✨ Join us Tuesday through Thursday for an unbeatable deal. Enjoy our seasonal Mangonada Margarita—mango with a spicy chamoy/tajin rim and Camarena Reposado—paired with our mouthwatering Cochinita Pibil.

This dish features achiote-marinated, slow-roasted pork served with black beans, guacamole, molcajete salsa, and pickled purple onions—all for just $25! Dine-in only, so grab your spot and treat yourself midweek!

As they say, all good things must come to an end. While we’re no longer serving our beloved Tostadas de Atún, we’re thrilled to introduce a new special that you have to try! 🌟

Our latest Masa of the Day special is the irresistible Taquitos de Papa y Hongos. These crispy taquitos are filled with potatoes, mushrooms, and cheese, topped with salsa verde, julienned romaine, sour cream, and queso fresco. It’s an experience you won’t want to miss! 🌮✨

Introducing our new Weekday Special (Tuesday thru Thursday)
Includes one our new seasonal margaritas, Mangonada- Mango with spicy chamoy/tajin rim, with Camarena Reposado and our Daily Feature, Cochinita Pibil - Achiote marinated slow roasted pork for only $25. Dine in only

Don’t miss out—it’s the final weekend to savor our refreshing seasonal Watermelon Serrano Margaritas! 🍉 Crafted with fresh watermelon, these cocktails are the perfect summer send-off. 🌞

Prefer a non-alcoholic treat? Our house-made Watermelon Berry Lemonade is just as delightful! 🍉🍓🍋

Make your reservation today and join us this weekend for one last taste of summer! ☀️

Thank you all for the overwhelming support and encouragement. Your kind words and visits to Festiva have meant the world to me and my family. This journey is a day-by-day battle filled with tests, medications, and moments of pain. But amidst it all, I stay focused on my end goal: to continue being a father, husband, son, and leader.

I appreciate your continued prayers and positive thoughts. Your support helps keep Festiva thriving, and our team is deeply grateful.

I’m excited to share that we’ll be introducing mid-week specials focusing on our signature cocktails and food. Stay tuned for more details – we look forward to seeing you at Festiva!

Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

George Munoz

Festiva lndy – Fresh and Bursting with Flavor Every meal at Festiva is a celebration! Join us for a taste of southern Mexican cuisine and a fantastic selection of tequila & mezcal!

Know anyone else with a tequila selection like this? Didn't think so.

It’s with a heavy heart that I share this update. A few weeks ago, I found out that I have a rare form of leukemia. Our team at Festiva needs your support now more than ever. For those who don’t know me, I’m George Munoz, the Chef and Owner of Festiva.

It feels like yesterday that I bought this restaurant, but it was seven years ago. We’ve built a team of professionals here – front of house and kitchen staff – that has contributed to Festiva being a trendsetter in Mexican fine dining. I’m proud to say Festiva is an award-winning restaurant, regularly featured among the top restaurants in Indianapolis.

I’ve fought many battles in my life – running successful restaurants, raising a family, and eleven years ago, colon cancer. I’ve spent the last year focusing on my health while still running the restaurant with my capable team.

Our team at Festiva has continued to do great work, along with my daughter Yasmin, who has worked in the business with me since she was 10! As a consummate entrepreneur, I am still managing some aspects of the restaurant, though much less than ever before.

Keep me in your thoughts and prayers as our family goes through this and I battle for my life.

For those of you who love what we do, I ask this of you: don’t forget Festiva. Our team works hard and relies on the traffic to support their families! Please come and enjoy cocktails and great food – and bring your friends!

With my family’s support and your prayers and good wishes, I will prevail!

George Munoz