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    Fountain Square Brew

    4.3 (180 reviews)
    InexpensiveBars, Breweries
    Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Jim C.

    Wonderful brewery in Fountain Square. It's off the beaten path but well worth the trip. It is a bit quieter than other breweries, which is what we like. The bartender is friendly and very knowledgeable on the beers. His description of a beer is right on target. He explained a couple then gave us a sample. He nailed it every time. He wanted to make sure we got something we liked and would enjoy. We had a great time talking to him. The brewery is dog friendly. It also has a loyal base of regular customers.

    The lager
    Emm M.

    It was OK. This is a good place for cheap craft beer. But there are many other options in the in the Indy area. The service was good here, though. The staff was friendly and there was plenty of space.

    More than the locals recognize the greatness of FSB! Called out in a page of Southwest Airline's Monthly In-Air Magazine!
    Alexandra B.

    Over the years Fountain Square Brewery keeps getting even better! Recently was flying Southwest and the brewery had a shot out as a place to visit! You can bring in food and enjoy the delicious variety of brews! Cozy couches, tons of games and now even some pinball machines! My husband and his buddy of over 20 years were a force to be reckoned with on the foosball table last visit a little over a week ago! Staff are always fabulous and can help recommend a brew if you aren't able to put your finger on that craving you're having. Parking throughout FS can get hairy but the new garage nearby helps a ton! Don't be a dummy and park at Goodwill or in other business lots where you can get towed. Better yet, use an Uber, Lyft, Bicycle, or your own two feet to bring you to Fountain Square. The area is a blast to explore and you can start and end with a fabulous brewery!

    Raspberry Weiss
    George R.

    Nothing bad here. Great IPAs. Great selections. Friendly people. Had the raspberry Weiss and it was everything one could want. Give these people your money.

    Soul Ride IPA available in cans at Marker District
    Ann L.

    Full disclosure, I haven't had a chance to visit yet, but am loving that they have some of their selections in cans at Market District in Carmel so we can still support local breweries during the pandemic. I picked up a 6 pack of Soul Ride IPA which is excellent. I'm looking forward to visiting in person after Covid is under better control, but wanted to give a shout out now, and hope they can continue to hang in there over the next months.

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    Haley R.

    Had a great time tasting fountain squares drinks while playing some darts with friends! This brewery was very calm and a great hang out spot to catch up with friends. The soul cider was very tasty! Can't wait to come back!

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    Lindsey P.

    Good vibe in this local brewery with great beer selection's especially on the pale ale side. Service was good with sampling process. Thanks

    Merlie and Soul Ride IPA
    Alison Z.

    We've come here for years and loved it every time. But now that we have a puppy that can't be left home for long periods of time, we appreciate them even more!! My husband and I love Hop for the Teacher and Soul Ride!!

    My little guy sitting on the deck enjoying the vibes of the brewery.
    Darron F.

    Place is great for local beers. Also super dog friendly. Personally enjoy the selection of beers. There is one however that I believe was brewed in a rum barrel and is too STRONG for my liking. Thankfully beer comes in many varieties and you have to have an acquired taste for what you are drinking. Also you can bring outside food in. This place is a chill spot and is a fun hang out I like to visit every so often.

    Karley M.

    I loved this brewery the minute I stepped in. There's all kinds of games (pinball, darts, board games), fantastic beer and friendly service-what more could you ask for. The art on the walls is fantastic and it's got a super chill vibe. Dogs were allowed in and their garage door was open as it was a sunny day. My fiancé and I got two different style ipas and they were both yummy. It's a beautiful destination for a bike ride to fountain square if you live in surrounding areas. We'll be back soon.

    Pinball and New Day hard cider
    Cara S.

    Love the vibe here, and the fact that dogs are allowed, plus the outdoor seating, pinball, friendly staff, and non-beer drink options (since I am gluten free). Now that they have merged with New Day I hope to see more hard cider and mead options.

    Lemon lavender mead
    Chellvie M.

    Great taste. I enjoyed the lavender lemon mead! The taste is phenomenal. It's light and refreshing. Not too heavy either! Great patio for outdoor seating. It does seem to be smoke friendly, but there are plenty options for seating.

    Soul Ride IPA.
    Allison F.

    When I have my beer-loving friends come to Indy, I want to take them on an inexpensive brewery tour. Cue in Fountain Square's Tap Room. Our $5 intimate afternoon tour began with a free beer. We then headed into the Brewing Room for the proper tour, which was given by the Assistant Brewmaster (I hope that was the correct title). Most tours I've been on are given by one of the bartenders, so I was impressed that we got to talk to someone who's "in the trenches" everyday. Having an intimate tour allowed for a lot of questions and in turn a lot of new knowledge about the industry. When the tour wrapped up, we received a Fountain Square Brewing pint glass and hung out for an extra hour drinking a flight. This is something I will definitely do again with out-of-town guests. SIDENOTE: Recently I was looking to buy a growler of a stout or porter in hopes I could get it from one of the newer breweries in downtown Indy that I haven't tried yet. Everyone I looked at had nothing darker than a red! I knew who I could depend on though. THANK YOU, Fountain Square, for saving the day!

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    We love puppies along side our pints!!

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    had an amazing time at the POWER drag show! the queens were so talented. I will be back next month!

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    Do you have wine or other cocktails for the non-beer drinkers that might be in my group?

    Thanks for your question. We do have cider, wine, and NA mocktails, but we do not have cocktails or serve any liquor at FSB. Cheers!

    Can you bring in food from outside?

    Yes

    Do they serve food?

    I think they have some snacks, but not a sit down meal.

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    The backyard porter was a product of a brewer that knows what they are doing, same same in the soul side IPA.

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