Bar, located by The Phoenix Theater. We went here to grab a bite before a show. Every Sunday, they do music bingo for $5 a card. We ended up buying one card for us to play a round and it was really fun. The loaded nachos and loaded tots (both apps) were delicious! read more

Downtown Olly's - Loaded chicken nachos - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

We came here for my birthday because they have a piano bar. Unfortunately the player was not able to set up his piano that night. Instead he came over to our table and personally sang to me! The food was also terrific and really a diverse menu for a smaller joint. I am not from Indiana but would be a regular if I were! read more

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It's been years since I've been here, but we wanted breakfast and most places were closed for Labor Day. We chose a booth next to some rowdy young people who had probably been up all night (oh, to be young again) and were having a great time. I wish I'd caught the waitresses name because she was great. I had the White Flag - 2 over easy eggs, bacon, and sourdough toast. The eggs were perfect and there were at least 5 slices of bacon. The coffee was great, too. It was a basic breakfast but perfectly done, which is just what I wanted. My partner's biscuits and gravy were excellent, too. read more

Downtown Olly's - White Flag (I ate some of the bacon before the picture was taken). - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Don't accept my delivery order if you don't intend to honor it. Cancelled after 20 minutes.

If you're looking for a good karaoke option, GO TO OLLY'S! Our group of nine went on a Saturday night, and we had so much fun. The DJ had great energy, and every singer picked great songs. Our drinks did take awhile to make it to our table, but they were very reasonably priced. read more

You will find this spot on the outskirts of downtown. I have driven by this place many times and always wondered what it was. So I decided to stop in. It was a trendy, yet hole-in-the wall bar. The bar caters to the LBGTQ+ community and as tastefully decorated with rainbow flags all over. They have their own small private parking lot and there is metered street parking available as well. There is a small, but adequate dining area there with booths and tables. There is also a full bar with seating available. you will find a small patio area out front and there is a huge outdoor fenced in and covered patio area area in the back, known as The Backyard, just off the parking lot. ` The bar serves beer, wine and has a full service bar with a few signature cocktails. It was open seating and I sat at bar seating just off of the main bar. The bartender/server took a little warming up. But once she got going, she was very friendly. You could tell that the bar had a bunch of regulars there because she knew everyone else by name. They serve breakfast and have a lunch/dinner menu that include wraps, burgers, salads, sandwiches, and apps. I opted for the sloppy Joe with a side of fries. It took about 10 minutes for me to get my food. It was fresh and hot. I never had or even though of getting a sloppy joe with sliced pickles on it, but that is how this one came. Somehow it worked though and was pretty good. The fries were good as well. This bar has been around for over 20 years and has special nights where that host events such as drag shows, open mics, trivia nights, piano bar, corn hole tournaments, and karaoke. They always have something going on, most of which happens in the Summer, at their Backyard patio. The is a neat and fun little hole in the wall that has a lot of personality. I recommend checking it out if you are on that side of downtown. read more

I had the peanut butter burger and it was fantastic! We also got churros were a fun way to end the meal! I will be back and our server was super cool!!! read more

Went here on a whim, and it's been several years since the last time. Sad because they used to be open 24 hrs. They have always been known for their chicken tenders and they are still so good! Also had the steak and eggs and it was decent. The service is always good here and sometimes they have shows. Not very big on the inside, good music, and small parking. Great place for a drink! read more

In a city where most places close early, we should be thankful for Downtown Olly's for opening late. I like it's located right off the highway and it has its own parking lot, though not big. It celebrates LGBTQ+ community not only during pride month but all year long. This was my second time visiting, and It was hard to pick what to eat as they have a big menu. I recommend their sloppy tots. It's unique-never seen it anywhere else. It was addicting. I had a southwest salad, and I was a bit confused why they did not have southwest dressing for the southwest salad ?? But other than that I was happy with my experience there. read more

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Waiter watched us sit and said they would come back then Sat for an hour and never got served and kept getting dodged but everyone around us got served read more

Amazing food and very friendly service! Definitely recommend. Great little neighborhood bar feel.

Some of the best bar food I've had -- and they serve breakfast all day?! That's a win. The bartender wasn't the most welcoming, but overall, the service was solid. Definitely worth a visit. read more

Downtown Olly's - Chicken Tender Basket & Pancake (1) - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Drunkenly ordered mac n cheese for delivery at 5am on a Wednesday & it changed my life. Not to be dramatic, but it was the best mac n cheese I've ever had. Order it asf. read more

So glad to see this place still thriving and getting even better! The chicken tenders were the best I've ever had anywhere. Very reasonably priced drinks and the karaoke was entertaining. Every seat at the bar was taken on Saturday night...such a fun atmosphere. read more

Downtown Olly's - Chicken Tender Basket - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

* A Warm Welcome (Only for Locals, Apparently)* I stumbled upon this charming gay bar, eager to experience the Indianapolis nightlife. What I got was a chilly reception, cold food, and a crash course in the Bartender love life. *Pros:* - Prices are as low as my expectations after visiting - Dark interior, perfect for hiding from the disappointment *Cons:* - Unfriendly staff (unless you're a local, then they're BFFs) - Food: colder than the bartender's demeanor (ordered the "warm" wings, got frozen chicken) - Healthy options? LOL, good luck finding a salad amidst the fried, processed goodness - Bartender sexuality and girlfriend were the real main attractions (every. single. conversation.) *Understaffed and Over-it* Ordering took an act of Congress, only one bartender working on a Saturday *Local Tip:* If you're not from around here, don't bother. They've got a keen eye for "outsiders." Wear a "Local" badge, and you'll get the royal treatment. *To the Owner:* Invest in some thermal underwear for your staff (and the food). Also, remind Bartender that his love life is fascinating, but not to everyone. *To Potential Visitors:* Bring a flashlight (for the dark interior) and a parka (for the cold shoulder). *Will I return?* Only if I'm feeling masochistic. *Edit:* I'll give them another star if they add a "Locals Only" sign to the door. Transparency is key. read more

Food was alright, drinks were great and the bartender helped me find something I would like as someone who doesn't drink much. I went for trivia night and had a good time :) read more

Good people and fun atmosphere. Service was fantastic and the food delicious. Live their breakfast!

Olay's burger: double meat, lettuce, tomatoes, extra onions, extra pickles/ fry's on the side, American cheese. read more

Downtown Olly's - Olly's Burger , double meat, extra onions, extra pickles, lettuce , tomato's ... fries on the side. "Nice juicy meat" - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

3.5/5 Cozy space on a rainy day, no happy hour (according to state laws). IPAs on tap were good, chicken sandwich was tasty with extra pickles and Cole slaw. There was almost no ambiance other than music videos on tv screens. Wish it had more life. I was googling bars in the area and this popped up and was the closest but felt mute. Service from the bar was good. Friendly, easy and laid back. Cool persona and hip vibe. Space was clean and that's a plus. Maybe I just got out of luck with a rainy day opposed to a hot weekend. Variety of food options and cocktails. Certainly a place to try if you're in the area. read more

Downtown Olly's - Entrance on a rainy day - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Love this place! Love going here after an overnight or after a night out. The atmosphere is great, love the pride decorations throughout. Service can be a bit slow, but waitresses are always friendly. Drinks are great, you definitely get your moneys worth on drinks. read more

Always open, always cool, always great food! Prices are affordable and reasonable. Love coming home after a long shift at work, grabbing a burger and a drink. Ollys has maintained a great reputation for service and product. Love the live entertainment such as drag queens and performers on the weekends. Really close to downtown and all amenities. Love being back and supporting this place. Most challenging thing can be parking but it is off of Illinois so parking on street is ample and cheap. read more

Finally! Some quality late night food in Indy open until 3am. This is such a cute little place with string lights decorating the interior, fun music, and awesome upbeat servers. The home fries and tater tots were fantastic. The World Cup Omelette came out looking like a million bucks, but the chicken sandwich looked a little sad next to it with sparse tater tots. I'd serve it on a smaller platter or fill it up more to make up for the large empty space. Will be back to try out some more of the menu! read more

Downtown Olly's - Olly's World Cup Omelette - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Walking in, there is no signs showing that they break ada. In fact, their banner out front makes it seem like a very inclusive place to be for lgbtqa and disabled queer people. However upon walking in with my cardiac alert dog for pots with ptsd training as well, I was promptly told we were not welcome. I was told despite the fact I need her to live, we would not be welcome and they would not provide service to us. Both of these are breaking ada: Establishments that sell or prepare food must generally allow service animals in public areas even if state or local health codes prohibit animals on the premises. People with disabilities who use service animals cannot be isolated from other patrons, treated less favorably than other patrons, or charged fees that are not charged to other patrons without animals. In addition, if a business requires a deposit or fee to be paid by patrons with pets, it must waive the charge for service animals. https://www.ada.gov/resources/service-animals-2010-requirements/ If you're claiming to be so Inclusive, actually be inclusive. We'd just come from Greg's down the road and were welcomed and even given respected space and understanding that she is working and she is doing her job to keep me alive. If you want a place that's inclusive for all, don't look to Downtown Ollie's! read more

This place was fun. The staff is very friendly. You can enjoy food, drinks, and music. Karaoke night was a blast. The atmosphere is very inviting and great hospitality. read more

Just here to shout out Downtown Olly's as my favorite trivia night in town! Every Thursday night ~8-10pm) they have really fun, challenging trivia. I haven't had much food there, but the entire menu is very affordable and parking is available in a lot and across the street. I always have a great time at trivia there. They have other activities on other days of the week, and have really built a strong community together. read more

Downtown Olly's - Margarita, Thursday drink special for $5 - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Cute little bar in downtown Indy. Super friendly bartenders. Didn't get food but saw what other had ordered. Looked pretty good.

I ordered the chicken tenders and fries with drinks. The service was good, the food got out quick. The chicken tenders were super hot and delicious. I highly recommend you get this! It is so good. The ambiance is cute and there was karaoke on Wednesday! The backyard patio is incredible and a good vibe. Shelley was our bartender and she was great at giving us options of drinks! A very safe space. read more

Downtown Olly's - Chicken Tender Basket - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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5 min walk from my apartment: check Affordable menu: check Great selection of alcohol: check Neighborhood bar feel: check Delicious food: check Anyone that's been here knows just how good this food is, but the dilemma here is the number one reason we come here. Is it because of the great food? Or because of the people and the vibes? Don't sleep on this bar. This isn't your typical bar food. Their steak will embarrass a lot of other places who will charge double or triple for their steaks. Folks, just go eat there. You will not be disappointed read more

Downtown Olly's - Steak & Eggs - Ribeye Combo Basket - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

So, my first time ever being in this place, let me just say that dude at the door was more worried about his phone then greeting anyone who went in, not even a "thank you for coming, have a great night!". Second, we were sitting for 10-15 mins and the waitress was chatting it up with people on by the gaming machines, tables with dishes and food, which clearly showed that those people were long gone! Never will I ever go or recommend this place to anyone.. why does it have 4 starts?? I ask myself that same question!! Avoid, avoid, avoid!! read more

I have been a patron of this bar for over 40 years, when it was Uptown Connection, Brothers, etc... and yesterday, my friend and I were treated extremely badly. We were ignored, our food order was incorrect, and we were asked to leave. We were NOT being rude; we simply had some issues with our order. I have always had GREAT experiences here, but yesterday broke my heart. sadly, we will not return. read more

So my wife and I (lesbians) thought we were going to a diner type place. We were pleasantly surprised at all the awesome gayness here and the food is great!!! Our daughter is in Methodist ICU and we live in Mishawaka, IN about 3 hours away...what are the chances that we found this amazing place when we needed it most?! read more

Went in here with my mom yesterday and loved it! The location is great! The parking is easy! The atmosphere was perfect! And the patrons and workers were the best! We had the peanut butter burger and it was delicious! Also had the BBQ Chicken flat bread that was extremely cheesy!!! The server was amazing and nice! The Christmas lights set the mood and Betty white smiling on the wall made me feel welcomed! Lol read more

Downtown Olly's is a great late-night bar and restaurant in downtown Indianapolis. Actually, it's a great 24-hour bar and restaurant, but I seem to only make it in there in the wee hours after closing down whatever other establishment I've been patronizing for the evening. It is located in the 800 block of North Illinois Street. There is a small private parking area along the south side of the building and wrapping around behind. The front wall of the building consists primarily of floor-to-ceiling windows facing east out on to Illinois Street. The large square bar dominates the interior space although there is a small area of booths and other seating scattered throughout. The lighting is dim and the ambient noise tends to be loud. The decor and ambiance can best be described as eclectic. The menu is comprehensive with lists of appetizers; salads; entrees that include steak, chicken, pasta, and fish dishes; burgers and sandwiches; pizzas; sides; a range of breakfast choices; and more. The full bar offers alcoholic beverages from 7 a.m. until 3 a.m. In my experience the service has always been prompt, friendly, and efficient and the food consistently marvelous. Know that Olly's serves adults only and is definitely not a family restaurant. What it is is a quirky, offbeat, alternative establishment that I sincerely recommend you visit. read more

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I don't normally review a place after only one visit, but i am so impressed with Downtown Olly's that I just had to say something. I also don't normally order fried food, but the fried green tomatoes and breaded mushrooms here are delicious AND fried to perfection. The Black & Bleu salad was my choice. Again....delicious. Kat took care of us at the bar. They didn't have Squirt so she made me the best Paloma with fresh grapefruit juice, club soda, fresh lime and tequila. Excellent service, ambiance and music. We sat inside, but there is an outdoor patio and sidewalk cafe service. read more

Downtown Olly's - Gorgeous day for a birthday visit to Olly's - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

The food was perfect. Tonight was steak and surf night 10 ounce ribeye shrimp choice of soup or salad baked potato and vegetable. $18.95. I would put the steak up against any local steakhouse cooked to perfection and lotta flavor. Shrimp were on a skewer and we're perfectly done. Their menu is endless. A great place to go for a late night snack. Tonight Tuesday night is also jazz night with a live jazz group and singers. Very well presented and performed. I believe every Tuesday night is jazz night. Believe it or not no cover charge free entertainment good food good service. Can't ask for anything more. read more

Downtown Olly's - Jazz night Downtown Olly's - American Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I've been to this establishment many years. It's getting worse and worse as time goes on. Once the sun goes down the whole staff starts to do drugs, customer service goes out the door, and it's their way or the highway. Servers are too strung out to be attentive to guests and/or are too busy checking their nose for booger sugar that they don't care about your requests. Three different confrontations happened within 30 mins of me being there. It is nice that they are open late for food. My advice is to order to go. Service - 0 Atmosphere - 0 Food-8 read more

No photos this time because I almost always order carry out and that probably doesn't do the presentation justice. This place is really good, and is open later than most places that offer takeout/delivery. The food makes the delivery trip and still is hot/warm and super good. My most recent order, I got the shrimp basket with a side of onion rings and my partner ordered their club sandwich. While my basket was all one color (yay fried food), it was immediately apparent that they hand bread all their fried products, and the house breading is really good. It travelled better than most fried food and I was very happy with the order. My partner loved his club sandwich, the bread was crispy and no sogginess had occurred during transport. If you have an evening craving, give Downtown Olly's a try! read more

12.21.19 3am. the food was terrible. unbeknownst to me the table sitting across from us had ordered wings and they were not cooked thoroughly . i would not have ordered them if i knew this! my own wings were cooked but they had barely any seasoning and i had to ask for extra several times. my friend received a wet sandwich on soggy bread. she specifically asked the server if the ham was country thick and was told yes. it was actually thin slices of deli ham The service was okay despite it being busy and a lot of upset impatient customers. sadly i had just received blah food from a bar hours before & hoped this would satisfy my wing craving. [it did not] Olly's is a wonderful lgbtqia+ safe space. the music keeps you singing & moving in your seat. the inside is filled with bar and table seating. most patrons and staff are really nice! they are open 24hrs and serve their full menu all night. their prices are reasonable. We took this as just rough night for them and will be returning again. read more

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I wasn't expecting to enjoy this meal as much as we did! I have heard several mixed reviews about the food here, including reading previous Yelp reviews, and was very pleasantly surprised! The food arrived well packaged and still warm. My husband and I both ordered the Country Fried Tenderloin. The gravy was tasty and the tenderloin was flavorful, although maybe a bit salty. But it's fried so that that's to be expected! The potatoes were basic but good--not my favorite, not my least favorite. The biscuit was delicious; I made a little sandwich with the tenderloin, gravy, and biscuit that was very good. I also ordered an order of the pretzel sticks that I'll be taking to lunch tomorrow. But I did give them a sample and they were tasty too! I would definitely order an extra sauce next time though as the portion of sauce provided is very small. My husband ordered the sloppy tots and he said they were delicious! I got to try a bite and I'd have to agree! I'd even want to try their sloppy joe sandwich in the future! I would highly recommend checking this place out! Hopefully one day we'll get there in person for a full experience. read more

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Waited over an hour for my food tonight. And the bar tender didn't seem to care at all. Gave attitude that i ordered something that took 'long'. Asked for a discount bc of the wait and was told no I've already paid. Will not be paying before my food arrives. It will be an hour (1 1/2) or longer after 11:30PM to receive food from this place. read more