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    Burnside Inn

    4.3 (109 reviews)
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    Closed 5:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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    big Moscow mule
    Danielle M.

    Burnside Inn is my go to place downtown! There are three levels. The first floor has a bar and usually someone id playing the piano. The second floor has a small bar with a stage, where there is usually live music. The third floor has a private room and pool tables. The bartenders always provide great service and make sure you're taken care of! This time we ordered the BIG Moscow mule. You have to have at least 6 people to split it with you. It's $100 and totally worth it!

    Cool piece beside the bar on the first floor
    Renee B.

    This is a great place to go to hang out with friends, or just to enjoy good drinks and live music. They have a very good drink menu consisting of multiple flavors of mules (their specialty) like lavender and blueberry, but also interesting variations of known drinks, such as a cucumber gin and tonic. The prices are reasonable for what you would expect to pay along mass ave. Right now they are limiting their capacity due to covid, but even if there is a line it does not take very long to get inside. You can pretty much always find a seat to listen to the live music or talk with your friends, or you can hang out on one of their many patios. They have multiple bars and a pool table. A very cool space to just hang out in.

    Isabelle M.

    I'll be honest, I had never noticed this place before. But it's a great little bar from what I experienced. I think they have a second floor and a patio but it was closed when we were there on a Saturday afternoon. They're known for their mules and I love a good mule! I tried the strawberry fields mule and it was delicious. Not too sweet but definitely a hint of strawberry. The drinks are expensive though. $9 for my mule!

    Smoked Old Fashioned. Superb and smells lovely! 10/10
    Ashley H.

    Best Old Fashioned you can find in Indy!!! The smoked old Fashioned is only $12 and you not only get the best cocktail in Indy but such a great atmosphere. Reminds you of a speak easy without the hassle of trying to get in. We usually have the same bartender who knows how to put on a great show while putting out the top of the line drinks. There are 3 floors but the main level is where all the magic happens. There is no food here so make sure to fill up at Bakersfield or Slapfish before coming to get your drink on.

    Rachael J.

    A 3 story dive that houses live music and is known for their mules. Sorry-no food. A great spot to visit on a weekend where you're hoping to hear a band or piano music. Lots of bar seating, even though it's essentially a row house. They have an odd variety of pictures and knickknacks so always something to look at while you have a drink. The miles are their things. Moscow mules, Kentucky mules, you name It. They have the copper mugs and lots of them for everyone to enjoy.

    Tara D.

    We almost never have a bad experience here. It's a super cool spot right next to the eagle which makes it a perfect combination. Go to the eagle and put your names in. While you wait head on over to burnside and grab a few drinks. The first floor is open and there is a nice patio. After 7 the second and third floor open. There is usually a live band on floor 1. DJ or live band on floor 2 and then speaker music on floor 3. Floor 3 features a pool table in a secluded little section which is great for your group of friends. Drinks are strong and made well on each floor.

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    Faith B.

    I'm only giving it 4 Stars now because it was my first visit. Hoping to get back there and taste the food. I loved the atmosphere and am intrigued by this 3-story facility. We didn't get to go upstairs because it was too early. From 5-7 you can only get cocktails which was fine with us so we tried a few of their mule varieties. I got the fruity one which was called muddy something or other. The name completely threw me off. The bartender Justin was nice and guided through the menu, gave suggestions and answered any questions we had. It's a good place to go after work and chill with a friend. The downstairs were pretty much 2-seater bar tops where there were more seats at the bar itself. Go and enjoy!

    a portrait of a man in a military uniform
    Gloria D.

    Joined a few friends here while we waited for a table for a restaurant nearby. I was only here for a few minutes. The ambience was somewhat casual with a room full of pop culture references. There was trivia going on Thursday nights. The main floor can get quite cramped. I definitely want to check it out during the weekends.

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    Sweet spot for drinks - wish they served some food though. Watched a cool smoked drink go down and enjoyed that!

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    3 years ago

    This place is perfect for mules! today we stopped by during Pride and Brandon, the bartender, was kind and welcoming. Will be back!

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    I see in the attributes that Burnside is wheelchair accessible, however, it appears only the first floor would be considered accessible. Can someone clarify? I see the stairs that go up, but I don't see any sort of elevator that would do so.

    Do they have food?

    No they do not

    How much is the 192 Oz mule?

    The 192 oz mule is $100! It's about 10-11 drinks and has to be served to a party of six or more! We can do three different flavors as well!

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    Astrea Rooftop

    Astrea Rooftop

    4.2(50 reviews)
    0.4 miMile Square
    Luxury
    Rooftop seating

    The place is very elegant. We came for the first day of brunch. I want to come back for the burger…read more The green eggs and ham sandwich was also good. We got a pitcher of mimosa for 5 and it was yummy. I didn't know there was a view like this place. Everyone in the hotel was very kind. From the doors men to the person working in the other restaurant that told us about this place on the rooftop.

    Each year I host a Mother's Day lunch and this year's location was Astrea. I like to be detailed so…read morethis may be a bit long but stick with me. Keagan Fife (Manager) - A team player, receptive to feedback and conscientious. We had a issue while there and he was able to step in and problem solve with me and come up with a solution that really won us over. We had a moment where it was feeling a bit "why did we come here" but his customer service exceeded expectation. That's good management. (He's the gentleman in the video below.) Let's get the negative out the way 1st. The first waitress asked if we wanted anything to drink. I told her we hadn't received menus. She came back sat them down and walked away. We never saw her again. A new waitress came and she seemed pleasant enough. Once we were all seated she began to take our orders. She made a point to say she needed to write it all down or she was get it mixed up. She then did not write anything down. Our food came out extremely slow but that wasn't a huge deal because we all were mingling. A lot of her team had to step in and deliver our food, give drinks, check on us etc. She was pretty non existent. Two of the ladies never received food. This was after we had been there for 2 hours and everyone else had received their items. At the end when we asked for our check they were all mixed up and confused. The waitress then blamed us for adding things and moving around. We never moved once and she only came around the one time when she originally took our orders. We never got a chance to add things. (it was quite comical that she tried to say that) I ended up asking for manager because she seemed overwhelmed and a bit bias about our group. Assuming that we wouldn't want one check and splitting them because she figured we would want it that way and then blaming us because she did it when we never asked for split. There rule is parties over 8 have to have 1 bill and we never asked for an exception. There was just her assumption that a group of black women wouldn't want to do that. (I digress) There were a few more things but I will end it there. That was the big negative. Now the positive!!! Ambiance 10/10 - great views, great music, great location, umbrellas on roof were great although a but wobbly and scary. Also, they come around with complimentary sunglasses while dining. I thought this was a nice and luxurious touch! Food 8/10 - most food received was delicious Service 9/10 - everyone except for our server was great! Everyone who pitched in to help was awesome! Ended up tipping a different server who basically helped us the whole time. Bless his heart because I know he was super busy. As stated above management handle the situation well. I would definitely go back! I try to give people a chance. I think our server may have been overwhelmed and had a past experience that left her bias against our group but hopefully she can grow and get better. Her actions don't reflect the restaurant as a whole! Go and enjoy the vibes and views!

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    The Inferno Room

    4.1(408 reviews)
    1.3 miFountain Square
    $$

    If you are looking for the perfect destination for a night out in Indianapolis, The Inferno Room is…read morean absolute must! I was so impressed by the dual setup between the main room and the Tiki Bar it adds such a sophisticated layer to the experience. It was quite the "place to be" when I arrived, and while there was a brief, fashionable wait for a table, the atmosphere is so captivating that I didn't mind at all. I opted for the Corrupted Blood Cocktail, and it was simply divine. Despite the lounge being bustling and busy, the staff remained incredibly quick and efficient. I'm completely obsessed with the decor; it's curated so perfectly and truly sets this place apart from anything else in the area. It makes such a difference when a venue commits to a theme so beautifully. I will most certainly be back for another round soon!

    Inferno has the best theming of any bar and restaurant in town. There is so much detail every…read morewhere you look. You seriously feel like you have been transported to another place. I ended up ordering the Tambaran Firedancer drink. I love an interactive experience. Our waiter put on quite the performance. I was surprised by how long the drink burned. It had a wonderful smokey smell to it. I actually didn't want to put the fire out, but I also wanted a drink. I had been given a snuffer to put out the fire, which was so much fun. Not only was it a fun experience, it tasted good as well. I also ordered the whip feta for the table. It wasn't what I was expecting. It was sweet. But it was really good and surprised how well it went with the vegetables. Overall, the Inferno Room is a must do experience if you are in the Indy area.

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    Thieves - Cheers! Cabernet Sauvignon

    Thieves

    4.4(118 reviews)
    6.8 miBroad Ripple
    $$

    Thieves has stolen my heart. What a great place to enjoy a spritz while lounging on one of their…read morelovely velvet couches. In fact, they have five different spritzes on the menu, which I love to see. Of course, they have the classic Aperol spritz. But they also have some creative takes, like the rose spritz, which is what I chose. It was very tasty, light and refreshing, and not too floral, which can happen with a rose-flavored beverage. Spritzes are amazing but not enough sometimes, so I also got a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon. Yum! The pour was generous. I kept my drink orders simple this visit, but Thieves has a whole menu full of creative cocktails. What you do when you enter is just sit down, and someone will come by and take your order. But if you're visiting for coffee (because Thieves is also a coffee bar), you can order at the counter. I don't recall if they offer food. This is mostly a place to get drinks. And it's a lovely place to get drinks. Thieves is located in the heart of Broad Ripple, which means that parking is atrocious. I parked near The Vogue and walked over, but maybe you can find street parking, if you're lucky.

    After a very long and leisurely Sunday brunch at Cholita Tacos (across the street) our girl gang…read moresettled into the cozy and dare I say "seductive" lounge at Thieves. The decor left a lasting impression and is actually quite entertaining and made me want to take ALL the pictures lol. The server was very patient and professional with me and my heathens. I had my go to espresso martini and maybe more than one but hey who's counting right? Thieves is an intimate and cheeky cocktail bar perfect for date night or a night out with friends.

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    1933 Lounge - St. Elmo Shrimp Cocktail

    1933 Lounge

    4.5(241 reviews)
    0.6 miMile Square
    $$$

    Several floors above the legendary Saint Elmo Steakhouse, sits 1933 Lounge…read more Here, spaced out between several cozy rooms, equipped with small group seating arrangements, you will find a speakeasy themed cocktail lounge with small plate food also available, and a selection of exquisite period, vintage, and modern cocktails. The period atmosphere and ambience is absolutely intoxicating. This is a perfect starting place for pre-dinner cocktails, leading up to a fine dining experience at Saint Elmo's Steakhouse. The service was superb, friendly with plenty of recommendations on what to try. This venue gets my highest recommendation, and I very much look forward to a return visit, and hopefully to introduce some of my closest friends to this incredible experience.

    This is right up my alley--an upscale atmosphere but not too pretentious (casual). The 2 sliders…read morewith Mac 'n cheese was the perfect amount of food. I paid the $8 to upgrade the mac to lobster mac...so delicious & so worth it (the upgrade was so unnecessary but so necessary, iykyk!). I also love that they allow you to mix & match on the sliders (filet, fried shrimp, or wagyu beef with Brie). I went with 1 filet and 1 wagyu beef, which was also perfect! Would love to try the fried shrimp at some point. The accompanying aiolis perfectly complemented the sliders! I completed my meal with a lemon drop martini. Service was friendly & attentive. Will definitely keep this spot in mind the next time I return to Indy & would highly recommend to others. In fact, I found it superior to my experience @ Harry & Izzy's--much more my vibe!

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    1933 Lounge Bar

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