50 Best Sports Bars in Indianapolis

“Just ate at Twin Peaks - Indy for the first time, food was great, atmosphere was great, service was great. Gabrielle was the best waitress I’ve ever had!!“

“Never heard of it until two weeks ago. Good atmosphere, great oldies music, deep purple etc. I would definitely go again. Plenty of room to be comfortable. Good parking and clean bathrooms. Very impressed.“

“Food was OK - Julie behind the bar was amazing. Place was clearly understaffed and she held her own. Service never felt lacking. Cool spot to watch a game

Cheese curds and tots were very good, wings were small and not crispy at all, but flavor was ok
- the prime rib dip itself was good, the horseradish mayo was inedible and the gravy was coagulated and salty“

“We love the wings. Kristina makes the best margaritas and Dori is the sweet bartender. Our favorite bar always a good time!! It’s the Cheers of this decade!!!“

“Cozy neighborhood dive, I love a bar in an old house. Drinks were cheap and service was good. The BBQ pork sandwich came out super hot and wasn't anything to write home about, but that might be my mistake for not ordering the tenderloin lol.“

“As has been noted often, this is one of the few places in town with authentic Mexican food. This was our first time here and we're glad we finally decided to check it out. We both got a few tacos- the chicken was a little dry but overall didn't ruin the taco by any means, and we tried the asada & lengua as well. Chips and dip were great, queso was amazing.“

“Normally I have no issues and the food is always amazing but today with my carry out order I feel differently. I had the district club and when I took a bite into it I was met with a piece of wood that stuck to the roof of my mouth. It appears the wooden spear was broken into the sandwich after taking a closer look. I would just be aware of this if your sandwich comes with one.“

“😁Love This Place Great People makes you at home“

“We were apartment hunting and decided to check this out for dinner.
Great ambience and a great place to hang out.
We got a pizza brussel sprouts and a wedge romaine salad.
The pizza was thin crust and had great flavor.
Brussel sprouts was an interesting pairing with cherries and mustard seed...it worked well, I think maybe slightly less of the mustard would have been nice.
The wedge salad is a classic and they did a great job with that.“

“Great good and great atmosphere!!“

“Was told by the door guy it was almost last call went inside and was immediately approached by bartender who come up to me and said last call has already happened and I said ok and started walking towards the bathroom were then he told me to leave right what a arrogant minimum wage Moron“

“The pizza was gross. Soggy canned vegetables, ie. Shrooms. Right? Shroom daddy? Service was normal and slow. Kinda worse because they were dead on a weekend and overstaffed. Every night is a different shtick...Kaorokee, Trivia, music, oh and don't forget about the shared space, so we can cover rent... coming soon. It's a scramble folks. Everyone involved doesn't have the best track record. How many bars have failed, failed again, still suckering/ rob people, failed again, to many lawsuits, all under you. I can't wait for something new. Highly don't recommend. Fat Ds, 20 tap, Sam, Mama's! Anything close is a better option“

“Great place to pop in and have a few drinks before a game. Came in before a Pacers playoff game about 4+ hours before game time. It was mostly full, but quiet. About 2 hours later the place was packed and you could really feel the energy building. Knicks fans even came in and the folks were pretty polite to the outsiders. #MidwestNice

Beer selection was standard stuff, nothing out of the ordinary. Food wasn't bad, just not anything to write home about. The French Dip was good. My wife commented that it was much more tender than many French dips she has had at other places.“

“Ordered the Ale Supremo pizza and ended up having to wait about an hour until we got it. No biggie. It happens. The manager (Diane) threw in a large order of wings, refunded our money, AND gave us a $20 gift card. Now THAT'S customer service! The food was absolutely delicious, too. Needless to say, we're Ale Emporium customers for life. Thank you!“

“A great place to watch IndyCar races.“

“A great neighborhood bar with friendly staff and wonderful menu items. It’s just the right atmosphere to chill out and have some great food and drink. Also, very impressed with the cleanliness of the bar.“

“My kids say they High Velocity has the best ice cream ever and they rate it 5 stars! The pretzels and beer cheese were also delicious! Great snack before the Indians game!“

“Normally I have no issues and the food is always amazing but today with my carry out order I feel differently. I had the district club and when I took a bite into it I was met with a piece of wood that stuck to the roof of my mouth. It appears the wooden spear was broken into the sandwich after taking a closer look. I would just be aware of this if your sandwich comes with one.“

“The Mousetrap is that great “Cheers-type” neighborhood bar where everyone really does know your name. The crowd is friendly, the atmosphere is laid-back, and it’s the perfect place to unwind after work or catch up with friends. I’ve heard the food is really good too. Definitely planning to try it next time!“

“Kilroy’s Famous Stuffed Breadsticks absolutely lived up to the hype! I ordered the pepperoni and mozzarella stuffed breadsticks, and they were incredible four huge, golden brown breadsticks rolled from fresh pizza dough and filled with gooey, melted cheese and savory pepperoni. The marinara and cheese sauces on the side were the perfect finishing touch. Every bite was warm, flavorful, and comforting. A friend recommended Kilroy’s, and I’m so glad they did! I also had a delicious Caesar salad that was crisp and refreshing, plus a Crystal Blue Long Island that paired perfectly with the meal. The atmosphere was lively, the staff was friendly, and the service was fast. Everything came out hot and fresh. Kilroy’s has definitely earned a spot on my favorites list five stars all the way!“

“There were three of us in our party and two of us got great food. I ordered fish and chips and the fish was very hot but was in a puddle of oil which made the coating very soggy and falling off the fish. It wasn't crunchy and crisp, very soggy. The fish was a white fish and it had good flavor.“

“Great bar great food great people great bands. Good time my favorite bar thanks Tina for being a good sweet lady.“

“Hangar 58 is an absolute gem! The food was incredible, perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The variety on the menu has something for everyone, and the drink selection was spot on. The atmosphere was lively but still comfortable, making it a great place to unwind and enjoy a meal. The service was excellent—friendly, fast, and attentive. I’ll definitely be recommending this spot to friends!“

“Solid Craft Beer Spot at Upland Brewing – 82nd Street

Stopped by Upland Brewing on 82nd Street and overall had a good experience. If you’re into craft beer—especially IPAs—this place delivers. I’m a big fan of their IPAs, and they didn’t disappoint.

Food Highlights & Lows:
• Wings: A bit too salty and vinegary for my liking, and slightly dry.
• Fries: 🍟 Solid and enjoyable — crispy and well done.

Best Part: The beer. Great IPA selection and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it easy to hang out and enjoy a pint.

Takeaway: A great place for craft beer, especially IPAs. Food was hit or miss, but I’d definitely come back for the brews. 🍺“

“Server Odyssey was "Off The Chain" professional!“

“Great food and their coke is better than mcdonald's. Kelsey and Kahlel are always kickin butt and so friendly“

“Excellent food, awesome service and staff. The live music on the covered deck was outstanding. I'm sure I will be going back.“

“Great good and great atmosphere!!“

“Outstanding Clint Eastwood Burger Outstanding service, pleasant surroundings Good times“

“Love this bar one of a kind staff very attentive wanting everyone to have a good time Dayshift you have the beautiful Tiffany Night Shift you have the incredible Dave, Graham, Fred and the beautiful Alena, Jackie, Gabby, Mia, Stormy, Courtney One of the best bars on the planet“

“Fun atmosphere. Music bingo, games, karaoke is fun!“

“Best wings hands down. You have to try their volcano sauce.

Try their food specials, they are always fantastic.

Great atmosphere, staff and regulars always make you feel welcome.

Drink specials are some of the best in castleton.“

“Everything!! Bartenders are top notch !!“

“I travel to Indy once or twice a year, and I make sure I stop at KSR for food and drinks. By far the best family-owned bar and restaurant I have visited in Indy. I highly recommend this place. Do not judge by appearance (which I believe makes it a better experience). The pizza, wings, and sandwiches are off the charts. Hell, the salads look amazing, and I am not a big salad fan. You can tell that if you know me“

“I met a date here for some beers, nachos, and conversation. All 3 were great. Jordan the bartender was a total pro.“

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

“The staff was amazing on a very busy day with the big 10 championship going on. We got to hooters at 9 am waited till thy opened. We were greeted by an amazing staff that treated our group of 12 extremely well. Jaclyn was our server for the night, she keeped our cups full and our stomachs full as well. 100s of people came through those doors and they treat everyone very well. Now for the food... cooperate you suck because you changed the sauses which was a staple of your business. The new sauses are horrible and need to find some way to change them back. But all in all we had an amazing time from 9am till 6pm for our all day adventure before the game!!“

“Best wings ever! This is the best location as well“

“My favorite karaoke bar! Cozy feel, great people all around, and a friendly, welcoming singing community. Kind karaoke djs with a large list of karafun.com song options and great sound system all make it the best!“

“Great crowd! Great bar! Highly recommended“

“I finally made it to Kilroy's. It was good. My Salmon BLT was delicious (I had it without the bacon) and the broccolini was tasty. My friend had the stuffed breadsticks and southwest eggrolls. Kilroy's is a bar feel. During the time of day we went it wasn't busy but we did have to pay for parking.“

“I'll definitely be back, the young ladies were so super busy, but still talked to you as if you were the only customer there. The drinks were DEFINITELY Good. Pool tables were a lil dirty but hey, it's a bar! Bathrooms were clean as well. Might be my new place to chill! I'll definitely be back!“

“My wife and I stopped by to play a few games of pool. Was crowded with league teams but we managed to get one of the two tables in the back room. We stayed a couple hours and had several beers and glasses of wine. The tables are very nice, the service was friendly and fast. If we lived in the area this would be our spot. Will definitely come again on a future visit.“

“Drew was an amazing waitress. Informative and friendly. The atmosphere is a tad run down and drab. They have pool tables, mini basketball, golf simulator and a few arcade machines.
Outdoor seating, projector screens and live music looked available but weren't in use while we were there. We got there on a Tuesday from 6-10pm.
Beer options were good but the beer was not cold.“

“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.“

“The service provided by Jacob was both amazing and admirable. The receipt reads, “Jacob.” However, I saw a bracelet that reads, “Jake.” The calm under pressure displayed by Jake maintained a positive atmosphere. The restaurant experienced increased foot traffic due to The Queens Concert June 1, 2025. Then the computer system shut down. In the midst of it all Jake went above and beyond to provide excellent customer service. The food was excellent and the atmosphere was electric. It was the Sunday following the Saturday that the Indiana Pacers won the Eastern Conference Championship. If you are in the downtown Indianapolis, Indiana area this restaurant is a great choice! It is where great food and great people meet to maintain a great atmosphere.“

“this is the best place to come for wings the people who work here are amazing I would recommend coming here“

“The staff was amazing on a very busy day with the big 10 championship going on. We got to hooters at 9 am waited till thy opened. We were greeted by an amazing staff that treated our group of 12 extremely well. Jaclyn was our server for the night, she keeped our cups full and our stomachs full as well. 100s of people came through those doors and they treat everyone very well. Now for the food... cooperate you suck because you changed the sauses which was a staple of your business. The new sauses are horrible and need to find some way to change them back. But all in all we had an amazing time from 9am till 6pm for our all day adventure before the game!!“

“This Applebees is the best I only Oder from this one would definitely recommend to everyone of all ages this place is clean , friendly and professional !!! And I have sinned in , take out as well as delivery and all are awesome!!! Thanks Applebees & Team ❤️“