15 Best Dive Bars in Indianapolis

Murat Center Oasis Lounge Dive Bar • $$
First Floor, North Entrance, 510 N New Jersey St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Breaded Pork Tenderloin
House Pork Ribeye
Onion Rings

“Love this hidden gem! The restaurant makeover is also very stylish. Great place to grab a drink and quick bite before a concert at Old National Centre.“

4 Good3 Reviews
Taqueria sabor latino Dive Bar • $$
9002 Pendleton Pike, Indianapolis

“Ordene un arroz con gandules y unas alcapurrias. El arroz con gandules estaba durisimo no se podia ni comer. Fui a decirle a la muchacha que si me lo podia cambiar por otra cosa y se nego me dijo que tenia q ser por el mismo arroz. Le dije que no lo queria que me devolviera mi dinero y se nego. No se lo recommends a nadie el services fue malisimo. Las actitudes de la dama fueron malisimas. Una vez te cobras lo que quieren es quedarse con tu dinero.“

4 Good8 Reviews
Melody Inn Bar • $
3826 N Illinois St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Strip Basket
Corn Dogs
Popcorn
Pizza
Chips

“If you love live music this club needs to be in your rotation!“

4.9 Superb44 Reviews
J. Clyde's Pub Pubs • $
1008 N Bosart Ave, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Corn Dogs

“😀👍 Jacob does a good job!“

4.9 Superb36 Reviews
Chatterbox Jazz Club Dive Bar • $
435 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis

“Bartenders and service staff are clever, funny, and fabulous. Food is delicious. Atmosphere is a releif in oppressive times like these and the music is wonderful. It's a nice escape from seeing neighbors taken by undercover ice officers, the tanking stock market, , insane grocery bills, schools ending history lessons, funding for research over and vaccines being a thing of the past - this is just a nice place to visit to remind us of when the world was sane and we had a govt that paid attention to the constitution.“

4.7 Superb66 Reviews
The Great Divide American • $
743 E New York St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Ralph's Original Potato Soup and Sandwich
Ralph's Original Potato Soup of the Day
Steak Kabob & Pasta with Alfredo Sauce
Hot Potato Au Gratin Aka Hot Pot Aug
Hot Potato Hog-Gratin Aka Pig
Steak Kabob & Hot Pot Aug
The Club Sandwich
Turkey Club
Hot Pot Pig
Side Salad

“Ordered white chocolate mandarin orange cupcakes for a party. They were amazing. Everyone loved them! Thanks Jennifer Susie“

4.6 Superb39 Reviews
One More Lounge Bar • $
7143 Southeastern Ave, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Salad Chips

“Great place to see a band.
Nice little setup outside for it.
I wouldn't recommend the catfish dinner though.
I only ate it because I was hungry.
But don't let that stop you from stopping in for a cold beer and to see some good local bands“

4.6 Superb30 Reviews
Connor's Pub Pubs • $
6331 Ferguson St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Meatball Specialty Pizza
Fried Mushrooms
Chicken Fingers
Ye Steak
Wings
Fries

“I've tried to visit here every week or so since discovering the place. Maria is usually behind the bar and has taken great care to make it a good experience. I love the unpretentious atmosphere and the friendliness of many other guests who, from time to time and for no particular reason, stop to have a few words with me.“

4.5 Superb35 Reviews
Thirsty Turtle Bar • $
104 North 2nd Avenue, Beech Grove

Customers` Favorites

Fried Mushrooms
Tater Tots

“Had the Tenderloin and Tots. The other meal was a Chicken Quesadilla. Both very good. The cook was working harder than our server. Once our meals were delivered our server didn't come back until she brought our check. No drink refills. She seemed to be more involved with the regulars.
It's a welcoming place, quiet, had the game on. I would go back there. The food was awesome. I can't let one waitress ruin good food.“

4.4 Superb20 Reviews
John's Famous Stew American • $
1146 Kentucky Ave, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Tenderloin and French Fries and Beef Stew Mild
A Smothered Tenderloin and a Bowl of Stew
John's Famous Stews Tenderloin Supreme
Giant Breaded Tenderloin Sandwich
Tenderloin Covered in a Pizza Box
John's Famous Tenderloin Supreme
Blackberry Cobbler Ala Mode
Medium Hot Stew with Beans
Breaded Pork Tenderloin
Battered Fish Sandwich

“I’m going to be as fair and as honest as possible with this review. I’ve heard from multiple people to try this place because of the stew, so I did today for the first time. 1 stew topped cheeseburger and 1 stew topped Tenderloin and my bill was $32.09. No sides, no drinks, and no bread supplied with the tenderloin. Just meat in a pizza box and a container of stew. Now, with that being said, the tenderloin was very good, the stew was very good, and the burger was nothing special. But when I carry out a tenderloin, a burger, and a small container of stew, for my money, there is better out there. I’m not trashing the business at all. Their food is pretty good, but I can’t justify spending 32$ on 2 sandwiches. If I had a recommendation to offer, it would be a little more bang for your buck. For example, an 8oz steak, 2 sides, salad and drink at Texas Roadhouse is $14.99…a tenderloin with stew on it with no bun, no sides, no drink and no fixings at your establishment is more. If I come back again in the future, I’ll probably just stick to your namesake.“

4.3 Superb122 Reviews
10th Street Pub Bar • $
10050 E 10th St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Dry Rub Wings with Hot Sauce on the Side
Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza
Teriyaki Boneless Wings
Patty Melt with Fries
Home Made Pork Rinds
Fish Fry Combo
Chicken Wings
Wings Bone-In
Chef Salad
Wings Bone

“Good food and a pub type atmosphere. Prices are reasonable and the bartenders do a great job. Bingo on Tuesday is a lot of fun“

4.2 Good57 Reviews
Colonial Tavern Bar • $$
4343 Madison Ave, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Ranch and Hot Sauce Pizza
Cheese Pizza
Chicken Wings
Food Menu

“Love the safe, fun, and diverse atmosphere! Always greeted by name when visiting. All the staff is very welcoming. Always served in a timely manner no matter how busy they are. If you have yet to stop in, I highly recommend doing so. It’s s an enjoyable experience you’ll return to!“

4.2 Good62 Reviews
Dugout Bar Bar • $
621 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Nachos Pulled Pork and Buffalo Chicken
Triple Grilled Cheese w Onion Rings
BBQ Chicken w Beans & Rice
Chicken Fiesta Quesadilla
Firecracker Chicken Pasts
Chicken Alfredo Pasta
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Cajun Chicken Pasta
Pulled Pork Nachos
Fried Mushrooms

“Awesome time at the Pacers watch party 5/21. Great staff and great place to watch the game!“

4.2 Good101 Reviews
Hilltop Tavern Bar • $
6500 E 10th St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Handbrake Tenderloin Sandwich with Chips and Healthy Side of Cottage Cheese
French Toast and Bacon
Biscuits and Gravy
Breaded Tenderloin
Pork Chop Special
Wings and Pizza
Buffalo Wings
Jeager Bomb
Onion Rings
blt and FF

“Great, cozy, dive with fantastic staff, tasty food offerings, stiff drinks! Don't miss the live music every Friday night! It's always better than across the street!“

4 Good54 Reviews
Dorman Street Bar • $
901 Dorman St, Indianapolis

Customers` Favorites

Pizza

“This is a neat and comfortable place to grab a quick bite and a great cocktail, our bartender was very friendly, be prepared to show your id no matter your age, we had a pepperoni pizza that had great flavor, but was a little over cooked and the spinach and artichoke dip, that was very well made , I had a well made lemon drop martini to end my night. I recommend this place!! , some reviews are not correct in my opinion, give it a try“

3.5 Good52 Reviews

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