50 Best Bars near Speedway

“Stopped here on our way to see the speedway. Pizza was delicious, beer was great, service was top tier“

“The food here is amazing! The bartender casey is super nice and makes the best bloody Mary ever!!“

“Great vibe, atmosphere and drinks. Only issue, as a pure gamer, a few of the cabinets are unplayable due to wear and tear. Need more regular maintenance of these classics.“

“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.“

“We had lunch here today. Bobbie had a Cheeseburger and Tots, I had a Double Cheeseburger and Fries. Everything was hot and very tasty. We highly recommend you visit.“

“What a fun concept - buy a drink and get access to a bunch of retro arcade games for free! There's nostalgic (for a millennial) games like old school Mario Kart, Ms Pac-Man and Space Invaders. Pinball machines are there too for $1 per game.“

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“We had a great time hanging out at Wiseguy! Shout out to Warren, our bartender, who made the experience way more fun. Not only were his cocktails top notch, but he was very personable and an overall cool guy! We would have stayed longer but it was TOO WARM in the space - felt like the AC could not keep up.“

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

“Came here for a special event and wish it was closer to where I live. The vibes are wonderful with good lighting, large vinyl and VHS wall, and plenty of places to sit both in and outside. The drinks were fairly priced, but was sad they were out of rootbeer. Main issues: not enough restrooms & at least for this event they didn't have enough bartender for the size. Will probably look for other show or event to justify coming out this far north.“

“great atmosphere. incredibly knowledgeable staff. friendly. Will definitely be back.“

“Called here yesterday 10/31 - after a visit to the Zoo and on our way to the airport for our flight back to the UK. Wanted somewhere local. We weren’t disappointed. It’s off the usual “tourist trail” but not far from the Zoo and handy if you’ve been to watch a Colts game too. Food was lovely, quick service by the very lovely Bobbi, in her Halloween 🎃 outfit. Friendly atmosphere. Few beers, great food and a game of pool. Thank you ☺️“

“Highly recommend this place!!! We had the wings and the brisket waffle fries! Both were outstanding!!! Our waitress was AMAZING as well!!!“

“Great atmosphere and very nice staff. Shelby St feels very welcoming when you come in. Definitely a hidden gem on the Southside.“

“Come see the awesome staff! Cody’s drinks are out of this world!“

“Our first time here, short wait time, our waitress was great but the food! It was delish plus and so fresh tasting… I recommend the sweet potato chips and made fresh to order guacomole… we had the street tacos, chicken with mango salsa and spiced street corn ! It’s an hour and a half drive but one we will make again!“

“Great vibe, cheap drinks and GREAT pizza“

“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 .“

“Holey shit, this place feels like Indy’s hidden gem for bourbon lovers and cocktail nerds alike. From the moment you walk into Hotel Tango Distillery, you know you’re somewhere with soul. It’s not just another bar. It’s a working distillery with history, personality, and a vibe that is equal parts cozy cabin and urban bourbon lab.
The atmosphere here is rustic and welcoming: high ceilings, brick and stone walls, comfy seating, and even a giant fireplace for colder days. It is the kind of place where you want to sink into a couch with a drink and just relax. Plenty of locals and visitors rave about how inviting it feels, almost like sipping whiskey in a friend’s cool loft.
The staff we encountered were super friendly and clearly passionate about what they do. Even if it was a slow night, you could tell they genuinely love this place and want you to have a great time. That energy comes through in the cocktails.
Speaking of drinks, they are creative as hell. Sure, they make classic bourbons and spirits, but the standout is the flavored stuff like their Shmallow (toasted marshmallow) bourbon. Many bourbon snobs dismiss flavored bourbon before trying it, but it delivers more nostalgia and smooth sweetness than you would expect. I usually avoid flavored bourbons, but this one hit the spot.
And I can’t forget Freddie the cat. He graced me with his presence, a true honor for anyone lucky enough to encounter him. This adds an extra quirky, personal touch that makes the distillery feel alive.
Beyond Shmallow, Hotel Tango mixes up seasonal and inventive cocktails that make the most of their spirits. Whether you are into smoky sweet drinks or something more balanced, their menu shows real craft and imagination.
The vibe is casual but not sloppy. It is cool in that unpretentious hipster distillery way. Great for a date, a night out with friends, or just chilling solo with a drink. Plus, it has that backstory, the first combat disabled, veteran owned distillery in the U.S., which gives it character you do not find everywhere.“

“They have the hands down best burgers!“

“This place is GREAT!! Laid back, and truly cares about the people who come and visit!! What a great place to hang out!“

“Great relaxed vibe for people who want an alcoholic drink or an espresso. Fantastic concept that Broad Ripple has needed for a long time. Typically, coffee cafes close at 3:00 p.m. making it impossible to get an after dinner coffee but thanks to Thieves there is now a place to go. Friendly service and well made espresso.“

“We had an amazing evening at Loom on Sunday. Harry was the bartender and the hospitality he showed us was lovely— so warm and friendly and great at his job. The Negroni and Cilantro Gimlet with pickled ginger that he made were excellent, and we also got to do a tasting of the house amaro, which I highly recommend trying. You’ll never want an underberg again. I really liked the vibe at Loom. Divey, dark, quirky, cozy. We will for sure be back.“

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

“Super cool atmosphere! Will definitely be coming back.“

“The service is impeccable. The atmosphere is so comfortable and classy. Delicious drinks and food! Jesse and Tammie have my heart🖤“

“Went to Nowhere Special with friends and absolutely loved it! The vibes were great — super fun atmosphere and really well-crafted cocktails. I tried the goat cheese–infused gin cocktail with honeydew and lime on a whim, and it was honestly life-changing. I can’t stop thinking about it! Definitely planning to go back soon.“

“We love Pins! The atmosphere is always so fun for adults and kids! Today though we ran into KD who was putting tinsel pieces in hair. She was literally so sweet! She even put tinsel pieces in my son’s short hair and made his whole day! We love it here!“

“Tall brunette bartender, is the best 🥰“

“Jesse and Deann Are the absolute best.“

“Love Qwen & the crew. Always a Good Time for the Grown Folks that want to have a cocktail in a relaxing, clean, no drama and safe atmosphere. And the food is 🔥🔥🔥‼️“

“Went here for the Big Ten championship game. It was standing room only, but we still had great service standing at the bar with bartender, Reid. I had pizza, which was delicious. I had a tiny issue with my bill, but when I called to resolve it Nick,the owner, took care of me. He was extremely kind and helpful, which is a rare find I feel like. Highly recommend and I will be back soon! Go Hoosiers! ❤️“

“I have been to Indy so many times and never been here. I love it. Chill vibe, DJ played the hits, Ladies at the bar was attentive and nice, drinks were good. The atmosphere was very chill. We came with our son and we all enjoyed. When I'm back in town, I will visit again!!“

“Great bourbon and whiskey selection ,cozy atmosphere“

“love it all the way around !!!“

“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.“

“Always a blast. New favorite hangout.“

“I've been wanting to try this place for awhile since it became Freddie's, so I ordered takeout. A burger and cheese curds came out to just under $30, which I don't feel like I just ate $30 worth of food, but that's mostly due to the cheese curds, which are like $12 by themselves on the appetizer side.

First of all, I want to say the menu states the ghost pepper curds are extremely hot and I'm here to dispel that. It's similar in heat to biting into a jalapeno. I have a pretty high heat tolerance and was expecting them to be diabolically hot, but I popped one in without the sauce to cool it down and it's very manageable for the average person. For me, I barely got the heat. I will say eating them is kind of like eating a cube of chewy, flavorless cheese; however, the taste they leave in your mouth afterward is really enjoyable.

On the hot pepper bacon jam burger, I think I may have just mis-ordered because I've never had jalapeno jam before. It wasn't hot at all, but it did add a sugary flavor the burger that I didn't care for. I think if I got the cajun burger instead, I would have been more than satisfied, so I'm not dropping the rating because of that. It was well dressed and juicy, though the lettuce was wilted.“

“Just a nice place and good service“

“My favorite drink spot. Never such a crowd that would make you second guess yourself. The owners are always inviting and always there. If you cant support you own business then why should i! They are the best in the city when it comes to having great drinks, in a safe place, while receiving above average service! Thank recovery room for setting the bar!“

“I didn't eat here, but food is available including a connection to the Mexican restaurant next door. Not a large place. They open the garage door by the pool table on nice days. Lots of whimsical decorations. Much of them are related to the Stutz automobiles.“

“Located at the Crown Plaza Indianapolis International Airport, this is one of the best hotel restaurants that I have experienced! As a IHG member, I received a daily voucher for a breakfast entree. I highly recommend their Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict with fried potatoes. The make your own omelet (pick any items). Bacon, mushrooms, and cheddar cheese. This also comes with fried potatoes and toast! My third favorite is their biscuits and gravy: choice of eggs, meats, two biscuits in bowl of gravy with chunks of meat.“

“great place to stop in and get a drink. cannot beat the dollar beer deals on Thursdays. drinking for a few hours and having a 9 tab at the end of the night is pretty ridiculous lol. and everyone who works there is wonderful. it's like a big family. would definitely recommend giving this place a shot.“

“Lindsey was great! Made dinner recommendations which we loved!“

“They had most of everything we were looking for, we’re in town for volleyball and was looking for a sandwich we get in the Austin Whole Foods. My daughter opted for a slice of pizza. I did some light shopping to hold us over for the next 4 days. Great place to shop, especially when you’re trying to eat healthy. I will definitely shop at the location if need be in the future.“

“Decent prices for the location - within walking distance of Lucas Oil Stadium. It’s great for pre-game drinks! Not usually very crowded, so you can get quick drink service.Don’t order the bruschetta... It was a soup of balsamic with a handful of tomato chunks thrown in. The non-vegetarian options looked decent, though. I definitely view this place as more of a drinking bar to chill at than a restaurant, but my menu options were pretty limited (so it might be better for meat eaters).Staff is nice and remembers the regulars. They also have karaoke some nights!“

“The bartenders are super friendly, and the decor/atmosphere is simply superb, just gorgeous! Karaoke nights are always fun & welcoming. Plus the poboys are great! (I recommend the blackened catfish 😋)“