INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Country music star Blake Shelton is bringing his restaurant chain to the Circle City.

On Wednesday, Shelton announced plans to open his newest Ole Red restaurant in downtown Indianapolis. Joining Shelton were officials from Boxcar Development, an entity controlled by Indiana Pacers owner Herb Simon, and Opry Entertainment Group.

The 37,000-square-foot venue, which is expected to open in late 2027, will be located at 231-235 S. Meridian St. in the Fieldhouse District. That’s just a few blocks from Gainbridge Fieldhouse and the newly announced Ritz-Carlton Indianapolis.

“It’s going to ...