50 Best Sports Bars in Indianapolis

“Aaliyah was amazing! Great food and drinks.“

“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!!!“

“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.“

“Phenomenal breaded pork tenderloin. Side of onion rings and fries were delicious as well. Fish and chips were solid. The bartender workers were very friendly and attentive. Very neat vibe inside, they do have a TV for sports at the bar, a touch tunes jukebox, and tons of memorabilia/articles on the wall. Plenty of free parking in the area.“

“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“

“Great good and great atmosphere!!“

“Great food and vibes all the time!!“

“Dined here on a Saturday night. It was crowded enough as a bar which is great but still had a lot of open seats for our party of 8. Food was reasonably priced around $10 per meal. Not known for anything in particular but for a quick bite, one can do a lot worse! Cheaper than fast food places nowadays and it's good!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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“

“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.“

“A great place to watch IndyCar races.“

“When in on Saturday the 24th.had to ask the bartender for silverware and condiments never got the silverware had to eat with my hands,she was more focused on the regulars at the bar than me and my date,saw a gentleman over served of alcohol he was asked to leave too only be sat outside drunk in the extensive heat no water nothing, I've been in the industry for over 20 years and have been coming to this establish that long if this is what you see on Saturday will stick to my Monday and Wednesday day where I'm treated like I belong can only hope the gentleman they sat intoxicated and left in the hot sun is okay.“

“Great good and great atmosphere!!“

“I was visiting Indianapolis for a weekend and ended up here two nights. It’s a really good sports bar downtown. Grabbed some late bites here on a Friday night and the nachos were good and the fried pickles were tasty too. Then went back Saturday night to watch all the college football I could stay awake for. The drinks are reasonably priced but most importantly, the service is excellent. The bartenders are incredibly nice even when the places was packed. Have fun with the shots menu- we had green tea shots and Cinnamon Toast Crunch shots
10/10 would recommend if you’re in town for a colts game and need somewhere reliable!“

“We had a great dinner at Upland. They were so accommodating for our last minute large sport team reservation. They took great care of us with fantastic service, accommodating of a group of teens, friendly, and we had a wonderful diner. Plus, great beer, as always !“

“Cool local spot I recently discovered with a kitchen that stays open late. Their burger baskets with fries are outstanding, their pizza, not so much. Definitely recommend skipping the pizza and grabbing a burger. You won't be disappointed!“

“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.“

“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!“

“The hidden gem in Garfield Park! Unique and amazing food, STELLAR Bartenders, welcoming to everyone and weekly events! Why go anywhere else!!“

“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“

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

“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“

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

“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!“

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

“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“

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

“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.“

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

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

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

“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.“

“Great crowd! Great bar! Highly recommended“

“Everything!! Bartenders are top notch !!“

“It was our first time visiting last night. We haven't really been out since moving out here to Indianapolis. I must say a time was had! Jim was very accommodating. The atmosphere was great and the vibes were top tier.
Will definitely be back“

“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.“

“Always check out Hooters when I’m in Indianapolis. This place has great food and great service during the week of Gencon. It was really busy when we came in but everything was smooth and food came out quickly. Had the cheese curds which were awesome and the Buffalo chicken tacos. Which were surprisingly good. We will be back next year. Thanks!“

“I live in Michigan and have been to Kilroy's 2 different times. Once was in 2018, the other was in October of 24. The first time was amazing, so I had to go again when I was back in town. The pizza sticks are so soft and fresh. The wings are delicious. I would rate them in the top 10 places iv ever got wing in the whole USA. The wings are just the right size. Sometimes, when wings are too large, they are hard to cook fully throughout. The service both times was great. If I lived closer, I would definitely make Kilroy's a monthly stop.“

“Went to TGI Friday’s on W. 38th St. on Valentines Day. It wasn’t super crowded and we didn’t expect the excellent/personable service, delicious meal & drinks that we received! Grilled chicken sandwich, burger, mac & cheese were all very good. It was a great experience. Will go back!“

“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!“

“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!“

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

“This is my second time eating at this restaurant! The first time was in 2024! The servers are nice and very attentive! The food, desserts and beverages are affordable and delicious too! I had a great experience and I really enjoyed myself! I will definitely be coming back again soon!“

“Kimbly was absolutely AMAZING!!!! Her customer service was above and beyond. She was very inviting, nice, and extremely professional. Made sure to check on myself and children frequently. The food was top tier, everything was fresh, and it was delicious. Lastly the establishment was very clean.

When you go look for Ms. Kimbly with the beautiful accent and smile. She’ll get you together ❤️“