Had a great time at a special event hosted at Tinker House Events. The bottom floor had an open…read morespace for gathering, a bar space, and a patio then the dinner took place upstairs. It easily fit over 200 people and the bar was a really interesting look. The staff was incredible as well!!

Back in 2023, I attended a lively event hosted at Tinker House Events in the heart of downtown…read moreIndy. It was one of the most memorable Pride events I've been to presented by Indy Pride due to the unique venue and atmosphere. This past Wednesday, I had another opportunity to visit Tinker House for a Sound Bath presented by BFF Indy. It was a very different experience as the intention was a more meditative one opposed to a party with a DJ the last time I was there. It was still daylight when I arrived and mostly empty which made it convenient and ideal to explore the bridal suite and take pictures of the venue without any obstructions. The Sound Bath was held on the dance floor with lots of natural light surrounding us. I love the idea of the Sound Bath in this fun space. Although, I've had them in the past at a yoga studio which was MUCH quieter. My constructive criticism is that there is too much noise coming from the traffic outside (especially because this was at 5pm during rush hour) even on the second story of the building to relax and get the full benefits of a Sound Bath. There were no blankets, pillows or yoga mats either which isn't necessarily the responsibility of Tinker House but still something to be noted for future events. BFF Indy should have given attendees a heads up to bring their own supplies because sitting on a hard wood floor where people dance and walk on with shoes that have just been outside downtown is rather off putting and took away from the overall experience. The facilitator did an amazing job all things considered. I will go back for events in the future just not if they are supposed to be relaxing. Tinker House is ideal for social gatherings like weddings and parties. The decor is aesthetically appealing and very well thought out. There is a ambient bar/lounge on the first floor in addition to the one upstairs. There is limited parking in front of the building and a coffee shop next door.

Went to the Chicken & Beer Festival at Monon 30 and it was the first time in the space. Everything…read moreis brightly decorated with lots of outdoor seating and is a nice space for a smaller, ticketed event. The parking is kind of iffy - there's a gravel lot next to it and it could use a little upkeep. I was slightly scared there would be a nail or something that would put a hole in my tire, but everything turned out fine. I didn't know this space was here and am curious what else they might have here so I'd definitely come back to another event.

An urban oasis in the middle of the city. Monon 30 is an initiative to revitalize the neighborhood…read moresurrounding the Monon Trail and E. 30th St. There are plans for a community hub, housing, and a grocery store. Admittedly, the area is somewhat dilapdated with old industrial buildings, but they are starting off on the right foot with The Cradle. The Cradle at Monon 30 is meant to be an art/culture and culinary hub. They used the industrial backdrop and turned it on its head. They used cargo containers to build a performance stage and food booths. The venue is made more inviting by using bright colors and live plants. There are canopys and umbrellas for shade, and toward the back there is a game area. Several food vendors are usually on-site, and they just received a license to serve cocktails in addition to beer and wine. For the last few weekends, there have been live music of different genres. There are some seating in front of the stage, but really you can enjoy the sounds from anywhere. You are welcomed to take a seat or meander around the venue as you see fit. Monon 30 is such an unexpected place in a neighborhood you are probably not accustomed to. Don't let the zip code deter you and check it out yourself. The Cradle is just a first step, and I am curious to see how the rest of Monon 30 unfolds.

Refinery46 was a great meeting space to host my board meeting!! We used the downstairs meeting…read moreroom. Addison was so helpful during my tour & the day of my meeting. He set everything up for me, and their tear-down instructions were very informational. Definitely recommend Refinery46's work space!

Happy #ThankYouThursday Yelp friends! If you've ever been curious about the nicely redone building…read moreslightly off of 46th Street and Keystone, this is it. It's a co-working space for driven local businesses, many of them being home services businesses. The owner of the space also owns Homesense Heating & Cooling (also loved on Yelp) and is an incredible person. He also lets The District Church use the space on Sundays. I love how multi-purpose and helpful the space is. Black Circle Brewing and Elena Ruz Cuban Cuisine are also located in the building, but on the back of the co-working space. CO-WORKING SPACE: The co-working space is nice and recently renovated. They offer 24/7 access, a complimentary mailbox, local coffee, networking events, business improvement seminars, conference rooms, and secure shipping/receiving for members of the space. You can rent anything from a local to a small or large office, to an entire floor. Their different packages are on their website! EVENT SPACE: The great space is also open to non-members to rent as well. We had a cocktail and painting class event here and loved using the multiple spaces. We had the cocktail class and catering set up in the beautiful kitchen, and used the multi-purpose room for the painting class. The owner Brian was super nice and helped us set up a few extra tables. They also have their different event space prices on their website too. The owner is so awesome, so this is definitely a place I love to support! They also do so much good for local businesses and the community, so def. check it out if you're looking for a space!

I had no idea this building was in the city until I attended a Candlelight Concert here. Parking…read morewas convenient (and FREE) There is a lot in front of the entrance, which for a larger event, might fill up quickly, but street parking is also available. I have attended a Candlelight Concert in the past at a different location and what a stunning space THIS was. The ambience was everything! The musicians were fabulous! And just when we thought the evening was over, the musicians offered to play one last tribute to Drake. What a wonderful evening it was at this beautiful historic building!

We had been looking forward to checking out this building and were anxious to go when we got…read moreinvited to a wedding/reception there recently. I was surprised at how near it was to downtown Indy. The church portion of the building is beautiful with stained glass windows all around the sanctuary and a huge pipe organ on the front of the chancel. There is also a balcony surrounding the main floor seats. There is a beautiful bricked area outside for cocktails and appetizers to be served. The dining area is also huge and beautiful with two levels of serving. The contracted catering service did a very nice job. The parking lot is fairly small but there is available street parking in the surrounding neighborhood. Very nice place.

This is a much overdue review. I would say 8th Day is one of my third spaces. A place where you…read morefind community, a safe space. On top of that level of welcoming energy- the creative and thoughtful seasonal cocktail and mocktail Menus are consistently hitting it out of the park with something for everyone. I love a unique drink with ingredients that surprise you and that's something I always find here. The spirits they distill are top tier and made with the same thoughtfulness that goes into their menu planning. They host a variety of great events- flower workshops, trivia, movie nights, etc and bring in great food trucks regularly or allow you to bring in or have food delivered.

This was my first visit to the location. It was a perfect evening for a drink. The vibe of the…read morelocation is very inviting and chill. I'm more of a vodka drinker so it was a bit of a struggle to find a drink, but the bartender was helpful in trying to make sure I found something. Prices are very reasonable. They had a band setting up as I was leaving. I hope to make it back in the future to stay longer. They appear to be dog friendly which is always a plus. I'll definitely be back.

This place is insane. It's so nice. They repurposed a 100-year-old building that was once the…read morelargest Coke bottling company in the country into a gorgeous hotel. I don't know how to describe how cool the design of the hotel is. It's in a great location by some terrific restaurants. The staff is wonderful. The only downside is that it's expensive. Valet parking is $48/night, but there's a paid lot across the street for $18/night and another paid lot behind the hotel for $30/night. For locals thinking about a staycation, this is a great place to stay!

This hotel is probably the coolest hotel I've ever stayed in. The decor was amazing! The whole…read morething is a former CocaCola bottling plant. It is great! Right across the street there's a food hall called the garage. Everything you could want to eat, right there and done well! Also, the room was huge. I wasn't expecting it! The shower was great and the brand that they use for shampoo and conditioner and body wash smelled awesome! The service was really good and it has a restaurant and coffee shop built right in! If you are looking for a nice getaway in Indy, come here. I will definitely be back. I don't want to stay anywhere else.

Love it! Great Gazpacho & best avocado toast. Very…read morefriendly & good service. Creative cocktails & mocktails & coffee drinks. We'll return!

Almost Famous is always such a cozy space! From being a coffee shop, to a cocktail bar to fun…read moreevents, I have never had a bad time here. The coffee is absolutely delicious and the cocktails are just as good. Their food menu is amazing too. I have had their fried cheese and their Jamón & Queso sandwich and it's also fresh. They have daily specials as well so it pairs nicely with their food. One cool thing about Almost Famous is that they always have something on their big screen whether it's a tv show, a movie, or event, you can always expect something fun to watch if you're there just to hang out. personally , I love it there because my book club has made this their home base and it's always a welcoming space. Safe to say I will continue to come back!!

This was such a great restaurant to go to in Indy, especially as a first timer in the city. I sat…read moreat the bar with a colleague of mine where we chatted with some of the bartenders. The hospitality was great, and their drink and food recommendations were equally wonderful. One thing to note is the portions on the appetizers are fairly large, so keep that in mind when ordering. To start, we ordered the Korean Fried Mushrooms with baechu kimchi, gochujang honey, daikon radish, furikake, and scallions. These were great but unfortunately had to save room for the other items and could not finish. Then got the Center Cut Ribeye which came with cajun spiced spaetzle, summer squash, remoulade sauce, pink peppercorn ricotta, scallions, sweetie drops, and chimichurri. The steak was cooked to a rare/medium rare consistency that was delicious and we loved the tiny peppers. We paired it with a nice red wine the bartender recommended and it was a lovely experience. Lastly we ended the night with the strawberry dacquoise and espresso. The dessert came with strawberry mousse, pistachio cake, strawberry glaze, white chocolate bark with pistachio & pink peppercorn, and frosted mint. It was a refreshing summertime dessert perfect to end the day. I definitely recommend the steak dish and heard the airline chicken and Chilean sea bass were good too. Would love to come back and try a cocktail and a different dish while sitting on the patio! Second Time: Got the tamarind disco cocktail that comes with a lollipop - amazing, would order again!We tried the fried chicken and caviar, pork chop, and honey cake! All three were delicious - the fried chicken and mushrooms are tied for appetizers, bowers we still think the steak is better than the pork chop. The honey cake was amazing and it paired perfectly with the decalf espresso martini (or a black coffee perhaps). Looking forward to round 3 during my next work trip!

Friendly staff. Great ambiance and low key, approachable decor. Unassuming. Low volume music sets…read morethe right mood without it being distracting. It's a very small kitchen where all the action happens, which is very impressive for a restaurant their size. Very knowledgeable staff and servers described all the ingredients and notes of flavor to look for in the dishes very well. Most ingredients were locally sourced and staff highlighted the importance of souring fresh local ingredients with every dish. Everyone form the hostess to the bartender and bus boy were friendly and welcoming. definitely 5* for service. The menu is a mix of several cuisines from Korean to Italian and even some French with a twist. The menu has great vegetarian options. Unfortunately the chef's tasting menu wasn't available as my reservation was made same day, but I decided to go with the two specials of the day. Dinner kicked off with a shot of Champaign on the house They like welcoming their guests that way. Water kept being refilled immediately. The staff again was very attentive. As an appetizer I went with the Scallops crudo with house made berry vinegar. The crudo was a healthy serving of scallops. Crispy raw carrots and radish provide some texture, while greens including endive provided some bitterness. This dish was a bit heavy on pepper and bitterness from the endives and could use some acidity to balance it out. Scallops were not as sweet as I was expecting. A bit more of the homemade raspberry vinagrette would have been perfect. The dark blue ring caused by the marination process would have shown more on a different color serving plate instead of a black bowl. For the main course I ordered the Beet linguini with sea bass. Interesting take on linguini Pickled rhubarb, rainbow radishes, fresh dill and a 'beet marinara' sauce reminded me of borscht. Unfortunately the linguini was overcooked and soaked up a lot of the butter and sauce. The pickled rhubarb provided a break from the heaviness of the dish but overall the dish lacked brightness. Sea bass was perfectly cooked. Seared and crusted with salt and pepper on one side, simple. Well executed but nothing special. For dessert I went with the Strawberry dacquoise which was delicious. The white chocolate bark with pink peppercorn stole the show. It should be layered inside the dessert! I wanted more of it. This dessert was not overly sweet. it was a great mix of pistachios and strawberry and fluffy cake. Gelee was a bit too dense but otherwise fantastic end to a good meal.

I love Guggman and I'm happy that this place is so close!…read more Great selection of beers on tap and a decent selection of food to grab. This place also has different events during the week! We will be back to try trivia on Tuesdays! Service was also friendly and quick!

The beer is always fantastic as well as the staff. Travis is usually the guy behind the bar and…read morehe's the nicest! My favorite snack is the pretzels best in the area and the dips are perfect pairings for any beer! They do have a smaller menu than the main location but all great choices. If you like stouts, you will always find one on the menu. This location doesn't have all the beer as the main location but they always have a great selection. Their seasonal beer is a must, they usually have a few to pick from. It's a great neighborhood spot to check out. They also have street parking and usually easy to find around the area.