50 Best Pubs in Indianapolis

“Great food, great drinks, great space and great staff!!“

“😀👍 Jacob does a good job!“

“Tonight while waiting to play trivia a guy came in and was handing out a card saying he was deaf and needed money. My friend Chelsea Haboush who is a server there immediately kicked him out than told me that he is not deaf and has spoken to her before. He has also run this scam before. While I am very frustrated that someone would fake a disability I am thankful for Chelsea's quick reaction and kindness“

“Great pizza and the best service!“

“Came here to get a beer (I’m 6’5), left blackout drunk with about 60 new friends and a few new plugs (also I’m tatted). The bartender made me put on shutter shades and took a selfie with me, I was confused about that but it was honestly such a vibe. After a while of watching tv there I realized the show I was watching was a slideshow of bar patrons & regulars, all wearing the same shutter shades, which made me understand. Not the bar’s fault. Will be back for dinner.“

“I was there on Monday for live music. The bartender Jessy is amazing. Jacqueline's fried chicken wings are amazing and so hot you can hardly touch them.? Everyone there was very friendly, laid-back, comfortable atmosphere.

Vegetarian options: A variety of vegetables“

“Having lunch here and the food is crazy good!!! Very friendly atmosphere and clientele!!!“

“I was just passing through but WOW! Great food, chill environment. If I have the opportunity I will come again :)“

“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.“

“Staff very welcoming. Food was excellent. Can't say enough about the staff they are professional and personable. Fish and Chips were delicious and the food was plated nicely.“

“Gentlemen Black Friday Extravaganza Nov 23rd.. something you fellas don’t wanna miss for more info or to purchase tickets in advance contact Tosha & Sam @ 574-250-3497“

“We regularly go here and have for about 8 years now. We really like this place . Always good food and service is great ! 😊 Fish and chips are so good . We like the old skool chop steak dinner one of our favorite’s too ! Highly recommend this place !“

“Neighborhood style pub. Ton of TV’s. Some great homemade sauces for their wings and wraps. Busy late night atmosphere for pong and the single pool table.“

“Decent place to go when you want to have dinner and a couple drinks, and aren’t trying to wait 45 minutes to an hour to be seated! Great prices. Typical pub style menu.“

“We came with a group for a Taylor Swift themed night and they even made a themed menu. You can tell they put a lot of effort into it. The food and cocktails there were great! There was a really small hiccup with mine and they went above and beyond to fix it. Food was quick and delicious.“

“best bar in town to see quality local music“

“Good food check it out! I like the Steak tips“

“The server, Nancy, was the BEST! She is so fun and knowledgeable. food was a great deal at happy hour. tasty“

“My wife and I stopped in today for lunch right around 11am, so shortly after they opened. We were the only customers there upon arrival. The service was great, atmosphere nice, and the food was even better! I had the spaghetti and meatballs and my wife the Hoosier Tenderloin. Both were great. We’d both recommend going and we certainly will be going back.“

“They have the hands down best burgers!“

“The best little dive bar—in all the right ways! The new owner has truly leveled up this spot, with on-point updates and a menu that’s seriously good (don’t skip the pizza!). The Wednesday Filipino lunch specials are a must-try, and with plenty of parking, it’s easy to swing by. Whether you’re grabbing a quick drink or settling in for the night, it’s the perfect pre-game stop before basketball or football. This place never disappoints!“

“The best pizza I’ve found on his side of town. Thank you.“

“nice place to have a good time at“

“Visiting our old stomping ground for our Forum reunion.“

“Love the bartender ,Stephenie is friendly and very nice to everyone..Great place to hang with friends and to relax after work .“

“They have great food and great service!“

“good beer & food. quiet atmosphere & had a great time people watching on the patio“

“Wonderful service and delicious food.“

“Jessie and Meagan are great“

“Always a blast. New favorite hangout.“

“My favorite place to go before a Pacers game. Pizza is amazing and the staff always are top notch“

“Great food and great customer experience“

“My biscuits and gravy were served with spoiled gravy. It took me a couple minutes to realize the cheese aftertaste was spoiled milk. I've have had diarrhea all day....I will never come back. Clearly unsafe food handling and cooks who do not taste what they are serving.... in 45 years I have never had bad biscuits and gravy until today.“

“I've been going here for about six or seven years. I have always enjoyed the food and the bartenders and clientele have always been friendly.“

“I don't do 5 stars often. But this bar is nice, with very attractive bar tenders, most of whom are pleasant. Not all but most. Food is good, a little high in my opinion for a bar but not to high. Good beer selection too, on tap and in bottles.“

“Awesome neighborhood bar atmosphere. Great staff! Everyone was very friendly! I had a coney with tater tots. Coney sauce was on point and tater tots were nice and crispy! No one likes soggy tots! Overall nice place, reasonable pricing, clean (including bathrooms!), good bar food, and fun place to hang out and watch football!“

“Great owners and a great time!!!“

“Went here for a beef Manhattan with my son Gnorman (7, Male) for his birthday, however they did not actually have it on the menu and he cried (was dying for one). To remedy the situation I challenged some regulars to a dart match and have never been more embarrassed in front of my son in my life (this is a compliment to the dartists). Went back again with my girlfriend but stayed away from the darts so I didn’t get flexed on in front of her. Best dart bar in the city though. And I noticed they are city tournament champs, so props to their clientele.“

“Little charming pub in the middle of Indy. Place is what you can expect on a weekday afternoon, however, I bet this place must be great for watching the games. I wish I lived in the area and could make this my go to bar. Noticed there were a lot of locals there and the bartenders 100% were amazing with them and us. Didn’t get food but the beer was nice and cold. Highly recommend dropping by for a beer or 8 and def coming back during a game.“

“Love coming here since I’m a regular and it feels like family here. Just like the old program back in the day called “Cheers” where everybody knows your name. Also always see new people of out of town when they stay in the hotels surrounding Mucky Duck.“

“Hands down best cheeseburger and fries EVER!“

“Used to stop by late nights when riding to meet up with past colleagues and now due to the bartenders always being super cool, I have become kind of a regular I guess. Biker friendly, no colors, but wear my support gear (red and white for life) with zero issues... everyone is always cool and the pizza is just fire!!!!!! Place has been around for a long long time Great local chill place and highly recommended

Parking: Bike parking is marked and super close to door“

“The Ocarina of Fries! I’ve never tasted anything like this in my life of dining. Waffle Sweet potato fries with cinnamon and Brown sugar, Cream cheese sauce topped w/ Chives! OMGOODNESS!!! Then The Perfect Pizza totally lived up to its name. Oven baked Flatbread, marinara from the gods, old world pepperoni, fresh mozzarella and peppadew peppers. I added chorizo. Deeeeeeeeelicious! Soooo good!“

“Local, southside pub with a friendly, casual atmosphere.

This was our first time checking out the place since we kept driving by it. Some aspects of the interior looked dated, but small pubs can be like that so we didn't feel put off. We were there for Thursday night dinner, and there was plenty of seating when we arrived and got busier during our time there.

? Burgers were BIG and served hot, really tasty. Server also kept our drinks refilled!

We also tried a half pound of the fried chicken liver appetizer and asked for honey mustard dipping sauce for it. Good if you like liver as the breading is seasoned well and has a hard crunch!

We also tried the potato skins but those were a bit disappointing. Cheese was not all melted and instead of crispy skins, it was more accurately baked, mini half potatoes.

Overall it was a decent time. I can see it being a spot for locals if you enjoy a casual place to drink and chill.

Parking: There is a large parking lot for the plaza but it can get busy during peak times due to the many businesses there. You will always be able to find a spot to park but it might not always be close.

Kid-friendliness: 21+ this is a bar for adults

Wheelchair accessibility: The doors are not wheelchair friendly so someone will likely need to provide assistance for entry and exiting.“

“Very nice place came down from Boston like what I saw people dancing and having fun. The food was good.“

“in town from Pittsburgh Pa and this place came highly recommended and they did not disappoint. The wings were fantastic and the service was awesome. And the mystery shot was good to. Highly recommend to anyone. And will Definitely be back if we're ever in Indy again.“

“Great good and great atmosphere!!“

“This is a great neighborhood bar. Try the fried chicken special, it’s a great deal and delicious. Love this bar!“

“Definitely 21 & over. They card you at the door upon entry. Basically you order at the bar, tell them where you will be sitting, & they bring it to you. Tons of TV with lots of sports plus horse racing. Let's talk about the menu it's not large, but definitely has something for everyone. Indiana known for Pork Tenderloin Sandwich was a great size & enjoyed the seasoned fries. At the bartender's suggestion I tried the Pork Tenderloin with mashed potatoes, cream gravy, & onion strings. Fantastic! Full bar & enjoyed a really tasty margarita. Would definitely go back.“

“Your friendly neighborhood bar! The vibe here is super chill and the staff are awesome — seriously some of the friendliest around. Service is always on point, and Kim makes some of the best high-quality bar drinks you’ll find, all at a fair price.

Now the food… it’s decent, but definitely not the highlight. Some dishes are tasty, but others can be bland, too salty, or a little over-fried. Also, heads up: the kitchen hours aren’t consistent. The bar stays open until 3am, but the kitchen might close anywhere between 9–11pm, so don’t count on late-night eats.“