Have been wanting to try this place for a long time and finally made it with 5 of my closest friends! Came on a Thursday night around 7pm. They post a code on their IG page so you can enter. It was fun within my group gathering everyones guesses before we arrived. Sadly someone let us in so we didn't get to enter the code in but there is a big vault where you can put it in should that not happen for you. Upon entry, it was super chill. They were setting up for a Sofar event (if you don't know what that is, do some homework on that), so they had a section of the place closed off for the set-up. The bartenders were very nice and engaging and offering drink options which was helpful because I wasn't sure exactly what I wanted. They actually created something for me based on what I like. There was plenty of seating, so no worries there on this particular day but I can imagine it could get crowded on the weekend. I'm a fan.
Alexandria Rodriguez
Visited this past Thursday from out of state. I liked the vault code. I have two speakeasies where I live and they don’t have codes. The place is a littler smaller than I thought and seating was ehh. Overall a cool vibe to check out. I’m always down for a good speak easy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Jon W.
Where to start?! You need a code to get in the door which is fun to figure out. They have a sign out front with hints and hints on Social Media. Once you're inside, the atmosphere is excellent! The owner was on-site along with the bartender. Both were very welcoming, chatty and I even learned a few things about the history of the building. It used to be a speakeasy 100 years ago frequented by the Dillinger gang. The owner did a very cool modern take on a 100 year old bar theme inside. Also, the bartender really knows his stuff. I enjoy some very uncommon cocktails and he knew how to make them and had the ingredients. I did not expect that. Thanks for a lovely date night.
Mary H.
Great craft cocktails! It took us a few minutes to figure out the passcode, but that made it all the more fun. Very cool, vintage art in here. I love the chill environment. Would be better if they had low lighting, too. You tell them what liquor you like and they'll custom make you a surprise drink. So fun and creative :)
Delancy Logan
This place is amazing! It used to be a Mattress shop my best friend's mom owned. There's a secret door in the floor we used to hang out in, in the 90's. I have a few of bottles that were left behind from prohibition. There was a "quick escape" from the door in the floor up to the south side of the building onto the sidewalk. Sneaky, sneaky. I remember it as the old mattress shop so it's amazing to see the transformation and keeping the history alive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephanie B.
Outstanding!! My go to while in Indy! The spot is killer with amazing service and craft cocktails!! The vibe is chill, classy, fun, & trendy with something for everyone. The owner is outstanding and truly cares about all the details! I can't wait to come back!
Lt Reaper
Went to check this place out a few months ago and had a great time. I plan on returning soon but i haven't been able to find the code. I checked everywhere i can think (fb, instagram, and their website). Maybe I'm not looking hard enough but figuring it out makes it worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
John K.
The Vault had been a destination for me. The vibe, cocktails, and service was always on point. However, my last visit to The Vault left me very disappointed. We went on Black Friday. There was a new code to get in, which was fun to find. However, upon entering the vibes were off. It was BRIGHTLY lit. I almost thought they were closing and cleaning by how bright it was inside. Also, the bartender was wearing a Chargers jersey. Further, they were playing country music, not via TouchTunes but via the regular bar music. As a "Speakeasy with History," everything was off. We had invited some friends to join us who had never been before and we were glad they canceled, as we had talked up this place a lot and it fell way short of our expectations. The vibe of a speakeasy is a lot. You expect certain things. I felt like I was at a Buffalo Wild Wings. I'll give it another shot, but if it's a similar experience, I cannot recommend this place anymore.
LaShon F.
One of the best speakeasy's in the Indy area. Great ambience, cool bartenders and love the historical aspects of the venue. The code was difficult to figure out, but if you wait long enough someone will come through who knows it. We enjoyed ourselves, hope it stays open.
Cal W.
Great place. Awesome cocktails. Friendly service. Rick the bar tender will craft a specialty cocktail based on what you like. Excellent selection of whiskey. Great entrance! Lots of history for a new speak easy. Bonnie was friendly and engaging. Definitely will be back.
What a swell space! The vibe is perfect for an easy night out with a significant other or a pal. Several fun and unique drinks especially seasonally. A small space that requires a passcode and tucked in Bates Hendricks. Off the beaten path but definitely worth the visit. Staff are kind and friendly. Street parking. Patio space. And buzzing on the weekend
Stephanie L.
Our first time in Indy! We were looking for a place to kick off our night and my husband found this joint on Google! Upon arrival we found ourselves at a vault door with a legitimate keypad for entry. After several failed codes we found our answer with the end of prohibition! We loved our experience here. The owner, Gabby, and one of her bartenders, Maya, were wonderful. The cocktails were fantastic. I specifically loved the peach basil gin smash. My husband loved his which was This Was Ube. They gave us great recommendations where to go for the rest of the night. Good vibes, good music, and good people. Would recommend!
Sarah Salahuddin
My kind of speakeasy. Bartenders are great, owner is great. I have come here multiple times and love it every time. The drinks are pricey, but rightfully so. Some of the best cocktails I've ever had. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lyle Squires
Has the best Mixologist in Indy, this guy knows what he's doing. Sit at the bar if you can so you can watch him work his magic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yvette A.
If somewhere is hard to get into, then I want in. So you have to figure out a code to enter...ummm What? Who? How? When? Where? Why? I'm down for the adventure!!So a little birdie told me to check Instagram. You need a 4 digit code to enter. I arrived at this super cool vault door and started trying some combos of numbers from their insta pics....then wahhlaa green light it is and the vault door opened! The code is not always the same so beware.Behind the vault door was a cool looking speakeasy like spot. I first noticed the size, it had two areas. To the left was more open with lots of seating types then to the right was an inside patio that was screened in and heaters since the night I came was chilly. From the screened in patio there was a door to get to the outside patio, and if you entered through that door workers would tell you to go around the front, so don't try to sneak in. The ambiance was chill. Service was decent, I ordered a mule and it was mediocre. I wasn't impressed with their drink menu. I didn't order food here, as I had ate prior to arriving.
Have been wanting to try this place for a long time and finally made it with 5 of my closest friends! Came on a Thursday night around 7pm. They post a code on their IG page so you can enter. It was fun within my group gathering everyones guesses before we arrived. Sadly someone let us in so we didn't get to enter the code in but there is a big vault where you can put it in should that not happen for you. Upon entry, it was super chill. They were setting up for a Sofar event (if you don't know what that is, do some homework on that), so they had a section of the place closed off for the set-up. The bartenders were very nice and engaging and offering drink options which was helpful because I wasn't sure exactly what I wanted. They actually created something for me based on what I like. There was plenty of seating, so no worries there on this particular day but I can imagine it could get crowded on the weekend. I'm a fan.
Visited this past Thursday from out of state. I liked the vault code. I have two speakeasies where I live and they don’t have codes. The place is a littler smaller than I thought and seating was ehh. Overall a cool vibe to check out. I’m always down for a good speak easy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Where to start?! You need a code to get in the door which is fun to figure out. They have a sign out front with hints and hints on Social Media. Once you're inside, the atmosphere is excellent! The owner was on-site along with the bartender. Both were very welcoming, chatty and I even learned a few things about the history of the building. It used to be a speakeasy 100 years ago frequented by the Dillinger gang. The owner did a very cool modern take on a 100 year old bar theme inside. Also, the bartender really knows his stuff. I enjoy some very uncommon cocktails and he knew how to make them and had the ingredients. I did not expect that. Thanks for a lovely date night.
Great craft cocktails! It took us a few minutes to figure out the passcode, but that made it all the more fun. Very cool, vintage art in here. I love the chill environment. Would be better if they had low lighting, too. You tell them what liquor you like and they'll custom make you a surprise drink. So fun and creative :)
This place is amazing! It used to be a Mattress shop my best friend's mom owned. There's a secret door in the floor we used to hang out in, in the 90's. I have a few of bottles that were left behind from prohibition. There was a "quick escape" from the door in the floor up to the south side of the building onto the sidewalk. Sneaky, sneaky. I remember it as the old mattress shop so it's amazing to see the transformation and keeping the history alive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Outstanding!! My go to while in Indy! The spot is killer with amazing service and craft cocktails!! The vibe is chill, classy, fun, & trendy with something for everyone. The owner is outstanding and truly cares about all the details! I can't wait to come back!
Went to check this place out a few months ago and had a great time. I plan on returning soon but i haven't been able to find the code. I checked everywhere i can think (fb, instagram, and their website). Maybe I'm not looking hard enough but figuring it out makes it worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The Vault had been a destination for me. The vibe, cocktails, and service was always on point. However, my last visit to The Vault left me very disappointed. We went on Black Friday. There was a new code to get in, which was fun to find. However, upon entering the vibes were off. It was BRIGHTLY lit. I almost thought they were closing and cleaning by how bright it was inside. Also, the bartender was wearing a Chargers jersey. Further, they were playing country music, not via TouchTunes but via the regular bar music. As a "Speakeasy with History," everything was off. We had invited some friends to join us who had never been before and we were glad they canceled, as we had talked up this place a lot and it fell way short of our expectations. The vibe of a speakeasy is a lot. You expect certain things. I felt like I was at a Buffalo Wild Wings. I'll give it another shot, but if it's a similar experience, I cannot recommend this place anymore.
One of the best speakeasy's in the Indy area. Great ambience, cool bartenders and love the historical aspects of the venue. The code was difficult to figure out, but if you wait long enough someone will come through who knows it. We enjoyed ourselves, hope it stays open.
Great place. Awesome cocktails. Friendly service. Rick the bar tender will craft a specialty cocktail based on what you like. Excellent selection of whiskey. Great entrance! Lots of history for a new speak easy. Bonnie was friendly and engaging. Definitely will be back.
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What a swell space! The vibe is perfect for an easy night out with a significant other or a pal. Several fun and unique drinks especially seasonally. A small space that requires a passcode and tucked in Bates Hendricks. Off the beaten path but definitely worth the visit. Staff are kind and friendly. Street parking. Patio space. And buzzing on the weekend
Our first time in Indy! We were looking for a place to kick off our night and my husband found this joint on Google! Upon arrival we found ourselves at a vault door with a legitimate keypad for entry. After several failed codes we found our answer with the end of prohibition! We loved our experience here. The owner, Gabby, and one of her bartenders, Maya, were wonderful. The cocktails were fantastic. I specifically loved the peach basil gin smash. My husband loved his which was This Was Ube. They gave us great recommendations where to go for the rest of the night. Good vibes, good music, and good people. Would recommend!
My kind of speakeasy. Bartenders are great, owner is great. I have come here multiple times and love it every time. The drinks are pricey, but rightfully so. Some of the best cocktails I've ever had. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Has the best Mixologist in Indy, this guy knows what he's doing. Sit at the bar if you can so you can watch him work his magic.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If somewhere is hard to get into, then I want in. So you have to figure out a code to enter...ummm What? Who? How? When? Where? Why? I'm down for the adventure!!So a little birdie told me to check Instagram. You need a 4 digit code to enter. I arrived at this super cool vault door and started trying some combos of numbers from their insta pics....then wahhlaa green light it is and the vault door opened! The code is not always the same so beware.Behind the vault door was a cool looking speakeasy like spot. I first noticed the size, it had two areas. To the left was more open with lots of seating types then to the right was an inside patio that was screened in and heaters since the night I came was chilly. From the screened in patio there was a door to get to the outside patio, and if you entered through that door workers would tell you to go around the front, so don't try to sneak in. The ambiance was chill. Service was decent, I ordered a mule and it was mediocre. I wasn't impressed with their drink menu. I didn't order food here, as I had ate prior to arriving.