Royal Troon is one of Avon’s most convenient neighborhoods for eating well. Tucked near Washington Township Park and just west of the Indianapolis border, the community puts residents within an easy drive of Avon’s busiest dining corridor: East U.S. Highway 36, also known locally as Rockville Road. From Royal Troon Way, most food runs head toward the US 36 intersections with Avon Avenue, Dan Jones Road, County Road 900 East, and State Road 267.
The scene is suburban, but it is far from one-note. You will find Greek comfort food, Thai curries, Vietnamese pho, Cajun plates, artisan doughnuts, local pizza, Mexican sweets, and rotating food trucks. Here are the stops worth knowing.
Start With the US 36 Dining Corridor
The stretch of East US 36 between Avon Avenue and Dan Jones Road is Avon’s unofficial restaurant row. It is where you go when everyone in the car wants something different.
- Opa! Authentic Greek-American Cuisine & Bar, at 7900 E. US Hwy 36, is a reliable choice for gyros, Greek salads, spanakopita, grilled meats, and Mediterranean-inspired plates. Expect roughly $12–$25 per person, depending on whether you order a sandwich or a full entrée. The portions are generous, and the menu works equally well for a quick lunch, a casual family dinner, or a relaxed evening with a drink. Opa! is one of the area’s most established local favorites.
- Yats Cajun Creole Restaurant, at 9259 E. US Hwy 36, is the spot for big, saucy bowls of Louisiana-inspired comfort food. Think jambalaya-style dishes, étouffée, red beans, and rotating specials served over rice. Prices generally fall into the $10–$18 range, making it one of the best values near Royal Troon. It is casual, filling, and ideal when you want something more exciting than the usual burger or sandwich.
- Bangkok Kitchen Thai Restaurant, at 9269 E. US 36, is a standout for curries, noodle dishes, stir-fries, and fresh Thai appetizers. Plan on $15–$30 per person. The green curry and salad rolls are especially popular with local diners, and the restaurant is a good choice for a quieter sit-down meal than the larger chain-heavy sections of Rockville Road.
A few doors away, Thai Mama and Pho 36, both at 9655 E. US Hwy 36, make the same cluster a destination for Southeast Asian food. Thai Mama offers familiar favorites such as pad Thai, curries, and fried rice, while Pho 36 specializes in Vietnamese noodle soups and other comforting dishes. Prices are generally $12–$25 per person. These are the places to remember when you are craving aromatic broth, spring rolls, basil, lime, and chili instead of standard American fare.
Pizza, Pasta, and Easy Family Dinners
For Royal Troon households, pizza night is well covered.
- Pizzaville, at 5201 E. US Hwy 36, is a local-style pizzeria offering pizzas, pastas, hot sandwiches, carryout, delivery, and an all-you-can-eat weekday lunch buffet with salad bar. A typical meal runs about $10–$25 per person. The buffet is particularly useful for office lunches, hungry teenagers, or anyone who wants to sample more than one option. Pizzaville began in Mooresville and has built its reputation around hand-crafted pies and a family-run feel.
- Magoo’s California Pizza, farther east at 10584 E. US Hwy 36, is worth the drive when you want a more creative pizza menu. Expect roughly $12–$25 per person, with specialty pizzas and casual favorites that make it a good choice for game nights and groups.
- Charbonos, at 128 N. State Road 267 near the Avon Avenue and SR 267 area, is the more polished dinner option. Its menu leans Italian-American, with steaks, salads, pasta, and a full-service atmosphere. Budget around $25–$45 per person. It is a natural pick for birthdays, date nights, or dinner with visiting family when you want something more substantial than fast-casual dining.
Coffee, Breakfast, and Bakery Runs
Royal Troon’s closest breakfast-and-coffee rhythm happens along US 36.
- Parlor Doughnuts, at 5201 E. US Hwy 36, is the destination for layered doughnuts made in small batches throughout the day. These are not ordinary cake doughnuts: the signature style has crisp, buttery layers with a light, flaky interior, plus a wide range of toppings. Add coffee and breakfast sandwiches, and you have an easy morning stop before errands or a walk at Washington Township Park. Most visits land around $5–$15 per person.
- Cabin Coffee, at 5530 E. US Hwy 36, is a dependable neighborhood café for brewed coffee, espresso drinks, pastries, and a low-key place to meet a friend. Expect $4–$12 per person. It is especially handy for an early start, a work-from-café afternoon, or a quick coffee run when you do not need a full restaurant meal.
- Big Apple Bagels, at 8115 E. US Hwy 36, is the practical breakfast favorite: bagels, spreads, breakfast sandwiches, and café drinks in the $5–$15 range. It is the kind of place locals keep in their rotation because it is quick, familiar, and easy to customize for a family with different appetites.
For a sweet treat after dinner, Danny’s Mexican Ice Cream at 7730 E. US Hwy 36 is a fun hidden gem. The shop is known for Mexican-style frozen desserts and adventurous flavors, including combinations that go far beyond standard chocolate and vanilla. Set aside about $5–$12 per person and try something new instead of defaulting to a scoop of traditional ice cream.
Food Trucks and Avon’s Local Food Traditions
Food trucks are more seasonal and event-driven around Avon than permanently parked in the Royal Troon area. The best opportunities usually come through community gatherings, parks, farmers markets, and summer festivals.
The Avon Farmers Market, traditionally held near the US 36 corridor, has included ready-to-eat vendors and food trucks alongside local produce and artisan products. Washington Township Park is another place to watch for community food events, including food-truck festivals that bring together barbecue, seafood, Mexican food, burgers, doughnuts, drinks, and desserts.
That rotating approach is part of Avon’s food culture: residents may grab tacos from a mobile kitchen at a summer event, pick up fresh produce at the market, and finish the evening with doughnuts or ice cream. Community fish fries, outdoor gatherings, and park events also keep classic Indiana comfort food in the mix, from fried fish and hush puppies to potato salad and homemade-style desserts.
For the most current truck lineups, check Avon Parks and Recreation, Washington Township Park, and local event announcements before heading out. Vendors and locations can change from season to season.
The Royal Troon Food Strategy
If you are leaving Royal Troon for dinner, think of US 36 as a series of food clusters rather than one single destination. Head west toward Avon Avenue for Opa!, Danny’s, and classic casual meals. Stay near the central Rockville Road stretch for Yats, Bangkok Kitchen, Thai Mama, Pho 36, and quick-service choices. Travel east toward County Road 900 East for Piada Italian Street Food, where customizable piadas, pasta, and salads make an easy $10–$20 lunch or dinner.
The best part is the variety. Royal Troon residents can enjoy a polished Italian-American dinner one night, spicy Thai noodles the next, and a layered doughnut with coffee the morning after. It is not a destination neighborhood with restaurants on every residential street, but its proximity to Avon’s US 36 corridor gives it one of the most useful and varied food scenes in Hendricks County.