I had the frog legs for the first time. Actually not that bad. But.... the best wings I've ever…read morehad! Had the bourbon glaze. A must!!!

Some friends and I are doing a tour of neighborhood taverns. This time we visited The AVG,…read moreCheckered Flag Tavern and Herrman Brethers Bierwerks. The AVG is definitely a neighborhood tavern. It's cozy and very laid back with high top tables. I ordered an Old Fashioned but mixed drinks weren't really on offer unless it was something like rum and coke. I had a beer. It was fine. We were there for about an hour and a half. I would definitely return. The vibes were slow paced. We moved on to The Checkered Flag. Wowza!! It was a Thursday night but the place was hopping. We were joined by another friend with plans to have a bite to eat. The menu is unbelievable. So much to choose from. We were kind of boring because 3 of us chose the same thing and the other two chose the same item. Two had the pork tenderloin. Both agreed it was excellent. Three of us had the BBQ Pork spud. It's a giant baked potato with butter, a good spread of pimento cheese, moist pulled pork, BBQ sauce, coleslaw and green onions. It was fantastic. Normally the pork can become a bit dry. This was not the case. Cooked perfectly. I was able to order the Old Fashioned. They apologized because they were out of oranges but I was fine. It was a very good drink. There happened to be two musicians performing. I was quite impressed. This tavern was very very impressive. We all agreed to return Our final stop was Herrmann. It's a small brewery tucked away off a quiet street. We were offered several tastings of the beers on offer. We were all able to find something to our liking. I had a porter. There are tables for four spread around the seating area. It's comfortable and definitely a neighborhood haunt. All three places were definitely neighborhood taverns. The Checkered Flag was hands down the best! Indy has so much to offer!

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!

LOVE The Exchange! It's one of our favorite date night spots on Mass Ave. The drinks rotate pretty…read moreregularly but everything we've tried is wonderful and you can't go wrong with their staples. Both the upstairs and downstairs are cozy and tastefully decorated, and the staff are extremely accommodating. We love this place so much we chose to have some of our engagement photos done here!

This is the 2nd location for this hip bar (the original is in South Bend). N. They have a pretty…read moredecent weekday happy hour and there is comfortable seating everywhere. A great place for a relaxed drink in a civilized setting.

Having dinner here right now…read more I ordered Pesto Prosciutto flatbread. It has pesto, roasted tomatoes, ricotta and prosciutto. The prosciutto blends well with pesto, roasted tomatoes and ricotta cheese. It's delicious. The serving staff are courteous, helpful and experienced. I enjoyed dining here.

Had low expectations for this place when I needed a quick bite for dinner. After an exhausting week…read moreof travel I didn't feel like trying to go far when I stayed here on a delay. Wait and kitchen staff were super friendly. Ordered the chicken pot pie to take back to my room which made it even better. Watched them make the pot pie fresh which was a surprise to me. I honestly thought they would heat one up in the microwave. Flavor was delicious with a fresh made pie crust. I'm kind of weird about chunks of chicken, the size and the texture which is the only reason it wasn't five stars. Most were fine and just left the rest that were to large for my liking. (Like I said I'm weird) Swing by and enjoy. Saw a few others with the flat bread pizzas which looked and smelled delicious!

We had a lovely time, the food was good and the staff made us feel at home. Wonderful to meet left…read morehanded Lilly

Our bartender Brittney was very friendly and attentive. We enjoyed our drinks and food. I would…read moredefinitely recommend giving this spot a try.

Priced reasonably great bartender, I go here regularly an it's one of if not the best in the city…read more Easy to have a conversation and great for a nightcap. I haven't tried the food - but I'm sure it's the perfect side to the unique vibe a cocktail menu. The fireplace room is a great group space if you need it.

We wanted to step out for some cocktails for a chill date night. We went Saturday night & it wasn't…read moreoverly packed but there was no lounge seating available so we sat by the bar. Our bartender was really cool & drinks were really good. I had the Pornstar Martini, which was the perfect amount of citrus & topped with champagne. Delicious! He had a glass of Cava. We call ourselves the Pagne Gang so it's only right lol. The music was very diverse and we appreciated that. The football game was on too, he appreciated that lol. Overall, I would definitely come back & bring the girls too for a girl's night out.

Erica was warm and friendly and poured great drinks. We will make this a regular stop on our next…read morevisits to Indy.

We were a bachelorette party that attended the restaurant on March 28, 2026. There were two girls…read morethat had gluten allergies and we made it known to the server. There were two menu items that we inquired about the ingredients and if they were gluten free. The server asked the cook and we were told they were gluten free. Everything else they ordered was marked GF on the menu. Both girls ended up sick and one ended up in the ER with gluten contamination. Staff needs to be better trained. This could end up being a deadly mistake. Think twice if you have food allergies before dining here.

We had a time! The…read moreBoozy Cauldron was such unexpected fun! We purchased tickets with no real idea of what to expect and boy were we in for a treat! My friends and I anticipated a pop-up bar experience, so the "show" was a complete surprise. The storytelling was superb, and the audience participation was an unexpected bonus. Who knew ghost stories could be so entertaining? The cocktails for the evening were absolutely yummy. The group favorite was a twist on Butterbeer that we'll be trying to re-create all season. If you have a chance to visit the Boozy Cauldron or a similar event - do it! It's sure to be a fun evening that you won't soon forget.

I'm currently staying at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, which holds in its lobby the Rye Bar…read more I came this evening post a training and was so impressed with the selection and prices. While the menu looked great, I was able to order a custom old-fashioned with Buffalo Trace KY bourbon, black walnut bitters, demerara syrup, and Luxardo cherries, and it was perfect. The bartender was not only skilled but also fun to chat with, which made the experience even better. The aesthetic here is modern, chic, and clean, and the service matches the vibe - professional, welcoming, and attentive. This is definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to during my stay. Whether you're a guest at the hotel or just nearby, Rye Bar is absolutely worth a visit!

Stopped in the Rye Bar for a night cap and although the bar was stacked, Dennis the bartender was…read moreone funny and knowledgeable dude. He spoke my level Japanese which is almost zero but was a fun character and excellent bar Our group consisted of individuals with a taste of good bourbon and the Rye Bar's inventory included some tasty and exceptional examples. The concern now is the Coach will on the trail to find the ones we tried and make them part of his impressive collection. The bar is located on the lobby level of the Marriott Downtown Indianapolis and was very busy but the bartenders did a fantastic job at filling the orders. The Rye Bar is rated as a highly recommended bar to quench your thirst.

Wow the food at this place was so fantastic! I had the southern bowl & my best friend had the…read morebourbon pancakes with scrambled eggs & sausage. Wow we just loved it all! She also tried the chocolate strawberry cold brew & it was fantastic as well! We tried the benieghs (sp) & they were great & served with orange marmalade. Our server kept our drinks full & kept checking on us. She was great! We'll definitely be back!

Really needs acoustic tiles. It is hard to have a conversation with all the sound bouncing off the…read moresolid surface. Our server was very kind and did a great job. They were super busy for Sunday brunch. One of our orders got messed up but it was quickly fixed. We were impressed with the flavor of the food. They are very reasonable in price. Just over 40$ for two meals and a drink.