Awesome place to go on Sundays to get a discount on growler refills. There is plenty of seating and most folks are into conversing and enjoying the beer. read more

Did you know this place has $5 growler fill on Sundays?? Man I wish I knew that earlier. I stopped by this craft brewery last Sunday and it was packed, not an empty seat in the house. The beer selection here is great and the staff are knowledgable and helpful. With all the micro breweries popping up in Indy it's hard to keep them all straight but I know this is one I will frequent because it's good. Tip: $5 growler fill on Sundays read more

Literally - THE BEST FLIGHT I've ever had! The sizes of the flight were smaller than most, but the beers served were fantastic, so it's inevitable that I'll return for a few pints. They had a coffee infused amber that was probably the most surprising of all... usually ambers are malty, but this one was not, rather just a hint of coffee and so delicious! The backyard porter was a product of a brewer that knows what they are doing, same same in the soul side IPA. The resilience was fantastic, etc etc etc... every beer and even meads were about the best lineup I've come across - top to bottom there wasn't a beer I wouldn't recommend. If you're not into beer, then be the DD, play some pinball and drink an in-house made root beer, because for the beer drinker, this is a must try and they need a ride! Pricing is $5-6 per pint. They allow dogs and have a nice back porch. read more

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My wife and I have been here a couple of times and enjoy the beers. Got a flight each time and then a pint or two. The beers are very good and the staff is a least average, the reason for only 3 stars is the artwork in the building should make anyone think twice. It objectifies women and the owner should think about this and question if this is the image they want to be standing behind. Thanks. read more

This is probably my second favourite local brewery. The beer is decent, the atmosphere nice and the service good. I've yet to find a closer brewery that I really liked on the southside, so I tend to hang out here more often. I haven't found any of their beer incredibly remarkable or outstanding, but they are very, very good. I have also not found one of them to be bad, boring or tasteless. It would be even better if there were some reliable, regular food trucks or some sort of local food delivery service, like Flat 12. read more

Decent brews. Decent prices. And they have awesome concerts in the summer time. It's low lite with a nice environment. Cool local art.

Good beers and fun service. Loved their samples. Nitro Porter was really nice.

Colleague and I came here to enjoy a few beers while traveling for work. Great atmosphere, friendly service and really good beer! Highly recommend! read more

If you like porters then you really really need to grab your growler and head down here. The brewer loves the porter and I know why. This is the best porter I have had. We were there the day they open and have been back several times. The place gets better and better everytime we go. The owners are very hands on and this place deserves 10 stars. read more

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Called ahead and they are letting me keep my bike inside! Grateful! Very cool semi industrial interior, great beer and I wasn't the only one that brought my bike which was pretty cool. Great place to hang with a group of friends. The only complaint I heard from my friends who didn't know the area was they passed right by and took a couple of tries to track the place down. read more

While I want to love this brewery because of its location, friendly staff, and fun atmosphere, I just can't seem to find one of their brews that I like for whatever reason that may be. It's hard to describe it, but the flavors just don't do it for me, as some of the other breweries throughout the city do. I'm giving it 4 stars; however, because as I mentioned earlier, the location (Fountain Square), the staff, the decor (local artists' artwork), and the back patio are all awesome for a nice sunny day. read more

I'm liking what's going on at Fountain Square Brewing. The Working Man Pilsner is quickly becoming one of my favorite beers. The lighting is kind of dark, and there's bar seating, tables, and a couple of couches. A garage-ish kind of feel to the place. But I dig it. Bought a sampler and a couple of pints and just enjoyed hanging out here. Not nearly as crowed as some of the other breweries in Indy, but as the word gets out about their beer I think that's going to change. read more

From beginning to end, this was by far my least favorite brewery I've been to in Indianapolis. For starters the lady behind the bar was not only super uncomfortable to talk to, but she also didn't tell us anything about the flight that she gave us (she didn't even let us pick the ones we got to try). I would have understood had there been a ton of people there, but we were two of the four people sitting at the bar. She had zero personality and zero training in the customer service department. Then once we got the beer I was hoping that everything would get better. Wrong. Out of all the beers we tried, we didn't like any of them. I had high hopes for the house beers, but was strongly disappointed. Will definitely not be returning. read more

This brewery is right in the heart of Fountain Square. All beers are great - I haven't met a beer that I don't like. The atmosphere is very calm and laid back. The architecture and design inside the building is very artsy. The mural on the wall is very unique. And a definitely plus is that they are dog friendly. Any place with good beer and dog friendly is good in my book! read more

There are dozens of choices in Indy now, so brewers really have to be on top of their game. Fountain Square really delivers and more. Probably my favorite local choice, and I love that they have the porter on tap year round. It's tricky for stout and porter lovers to find these options in the warmer months. Their nitro porter is a must try Friendly staff, bike friendly (right off the cultural trail and they have a bike rack directly by the entrance), pet friendly, and great prices. $5 growlers on Sunday are especially good. Highly recommended. read more

Another one of my favorite local breweries. The beers are great. All of them! My favorite year round offering is their porter. They offer some really fantastic seasonal beers as well. The Choc milk stout they brew seasonally is great. Staff has always been great, Friendly, etcetera. I love that they don't take themselves too seriously. Very welcoming taproom. read more

Felt like a Denver brewery co. Loved the set up of the tasting room! Great spot for big or small groups to hang out and enjoy an afternoon. The tasting for $5 is an awesome deal because they do have such a variety - and the presentation is really cool. It got a little loud at times because it the sound is trapped, so we were kind of shouting at each other to talk, but wasn't a total buzz kill. We didn't try any snacks, but they small menu was impressive. I would love to back and spend a more time here, and would love to see outdoor seating in their huge parking lot. Maybe a low deck built on the front? read more

We visited for beers on a Saturday afternoon. Looks like there's plenty of seating and a nice atmosphere. Got a flight of 6 3oz pours for $5.50. Just like I like it! We enjoyed the pilsner and seasonal saison. Most of the other beers were nondescript. Would visit again to see what new seasonals they come up with read more

Now dog friendly again! One of my favorite places in Fountain Square! There is a covered back deck/patio and usually art on the walls. Their deal on cheap growler fills is on Sunday. read more

One of the best places to hang out and grab a beer with friends. The outside patio area is just a few picnic tables but it's cozy and it works. The Tap room has some nice couches to relax and have a beer on. If you're into pinball there is one particularly retro 80's one that grabs your attention as soon as you walk in. Another one of the better things...Dog Friendly! I love that they set out a water dish too, super nice! Especially when Im walking my easily overheated dog around the Square. Now to the main reason I go here...The Beer. Im a huge fan of Amber beers and holy cow...Their Preachers Daughter Amber Draft is hands down the best Amber I've had locally. It's a local ritual to go get my Sunday $5 growler fill. Even if I end up working I try to run over here and get it before they close at 7! If you're a fan of Hoppy Beers their Hop For Teacher is worth a try, I think its pretty awesome and their porter is great too. Im not fond of their pilsner at all, I've given it a few tries and I can't find it enjoyable but everyone I know seems to like it. Their season Hop Your Face draws a huge crowd and it's a local favorite. Just started filling that in growlers recently too. Worth a taste! The staff here deals with a lot and always has a crowd to deal with. They always seem to have a smile on their face and quick to help. I definitely appreciate that! Plus, they know good music, I've heard them pumping some Umphrey's Mcgee a few times which makes me happy! read more

Mmmmmm.....beer!! Love the Soul Ride IPA!! Actually, all of the beers I've tried there are pretty tasty...I'm just partial to the hoppy IPAs! The fact that I can bring my dog inside with me is a HUGE plus!! EDIT: I'm bummed you can't take your pup inside any more! . Still, it's nice to have food easily available. Soul Ride is still one of my favs! read more

It's about time that I reviewed a brewery since I am an avid beer lover, so I will start with one of my favorites in Indy. Fountain Square Brewing has not been around that long but it is already making a name for itself in many ways. The beer: the regulars are the Working Man's Pilsner, the Backyard Porter, the Preacher's Daughter Amber, and Hop for Teacher Pale Ale. All of them are quality beers, but my absolute favorite is the Porter which goes down nice and smooth. Many of their seasonal a are also great and if you are a hop head like me then you do not want to miss the Hop Your Face Imperial IPA! The Tasting Room: has always been a work in progress, but keeps on improving. A very comfortable atmosphere with a good staff who I have never had a problem with. If you have a dog, they are welcome as well which is a bonus. Last is the best part: $5 growler refills on Sunday!! If you haven't been here yet then you are missing out on some of the best craft beer in Indy! read more

For a long time this has been my favorite brewery in the downtown area. I fell in love with the preacher's daughter years ago, don't tell anyone. Their seasonals are really where it's at. Being a heavier beer drinker, I am a huge fan of their hop your face. It is a solid Double IPA that has a great hop flavor that doesn't cut your palate. Also, their count nibula chocolate stout is top notch for an easier drinking stout. Also, the 12-21 stout from last year was one of a kind (please bring it back!) I'm very pleased they added the soul ride IPA to their standards line up. It was the big hole in their line up. They ended up making the seasonal a regular which was greatly appreciated. The staff is always very accommodating and makes you feel like they appreciate your business. The atmosphere is also chill, an amazing place to have a conversation. Finally, the open food policy is great. You can score food from a food truck, or you can bring in take out if you like. read more

I can't get over the fact that I have a brewery in my neighborhood that has $5 Sunday growler fills.. I'm almost in tears.

Stopped by on a busy Friday night. The bartenders were super friendly. The space is industrial dive. A little bit of seating. The prices are great. They have parking! Easy to get to. The problem is that their beers are below average. The four full time beers were all underwhelming. The seasonals might be good. But I probably won't make a trip to see if they happen to have a good seasonal when I don't like their "big 4." The pale was overdone with Cascade hops. The porter was more like an English Brown. The amber was fine, but not memorable. I will try them again, but I was disappointed. read more

This brewery is awesome on pretty much every level. I had their beer out and around town before making it to the brewery, but I've now been several times and only like it more each time I go. The beer is really excellent, especially the porter, and the people making and pouring it are fantastic (I'm looking at you, Bill and Scott!). The brewery itself it really a cool place to hang out - great art, comfy couches, and tons of room. The seasonals are also excellent, and I agree with Jonathan M that the Count Nibula Chocolate Stout is off the charts. I had an oatmeal stout this past weekend that was also excellent. With the beer being so great so early in the game, I really look forward to what they'll be coming up with in the future. read more

I've loved watching this brewery evolve. I was there on the night they'd torn a bunch of ceiling panels down to try to get the A/C working for the first time. Hell, I was there before they HAD ceiling panels...before they had tables and stools. Back in the day...what...late 2011 or early 2012? In fact, this was my drinking spot of choice for St. Patrick's Day last year! The beer is damn good, the people running the place seem like good guys too. And...wait for it...they are legit nerds. Like, chemistry and physics nerds. Which means there's SCIENCE behind their beers! Next time you're there, quietly say "Bernoulli's Principle" and watch the heads swivel. My favorite Fountain Square brew is Count Nibula Chocolate Stout, a close second is their Porter. I like the big label-art murals on the walls and the couches for lounging on. They also have some pretty fun events, like the Peep Show...in which people build cannons to use to fire marshmallow birds at a target. The last several times I've been here, I've run into the Brew Bus people. The reason there isn't 5 stars is that I've talked to some restaurant owners and long-time bartenders...chatter is that this brewery tends to have trouble keeping inventory in stock, and that's why you don't see their beers served places more often. Evidently they need to hire a math or econ guy too. If you're having trouble finding it, just look for Bud's Supermarket. read more

Great beer , the bar staff is rude , Especially Hazel. What a total Bitch . Garfield Brewery down the street much better. Stay away from Fountain Square Brewery . Stick to a positive attitude and Quality Brewery. read more

OMG!! If you like no ambiance, poor paintings of nudes, no service, one bartender, broken down machine games and a facility that appears to be an old garage this is for you. Never got to the beer and could only imagine what the food prep area could look like read more

It's well past time I updated my review. Call me a homer, but Fountain Square is my favorite brewery in the city. I like all of their house beers, even the pilsner! I especially like the Porter. It's good all the time. If you buy a growler and have any leftover it's great for cooking. I'm also a bid fan of their seasonals. The Hop Your Face is the best. It's really up the with Dogfish Head 90 Minute, which is saying something. They also throw great parties when they have a beer release. The tasting room staff has always been very friendly. You can get smalll tastes of anything, or purchase a pint or flights. They also of course have growler sales, and at a great price. $5 fill for house beers on Sundays. It's mind-blowing. This is a very regular stop for me in the square, and not just because I live right across the street. read more

How could I possibly sum up everything about FSB in one review? The beer is delicious. The staff is super friendly and I enjoy our conversations about beer and the community. Every once and awhile they host different kinds of events, including First Friday, and more recently, a 12/21/12 "end of the world" party and special release of an Imperial Stout that was excellent. Growler fills are affordable, especially on Sundays. There are both couches and regular tables. The artwork is enjoyable, although I'm not sure who chooses it. As stated in other reviews, their Backyard Porter is phenomenal. I was not a big fan of pilsners before, but the Workingman's Pilsner changed my mindset, and is a great beer to start with before moving onto something heavier. read more

This is one of my favorite breweries in Indianapolis. Though Indy has a plethora of breweries, this place never disappoints. Not only do they carry of wonderful beer selection for all beer lovers they also have a great atmosphere. Local art is displayed everyone, you can get food delivered to you, being your own, and they usually have some type of food truck outside for your food needs. They are dog friendly which is always refreshing. Definitely a must to go if you are visiting or if you are a local. read more

Here in a Thursday at 6pm. All beer taps are down. $2 domestic bottles nice alternative but could get that at the liquor store. Order one of their specialty burgers but no can do. They don't have an ingredient. Merp. Order the basic be burger and won't be back. They may be rating themselves. False advertising. read more

I attended a senior project art show at Fountain Square Brewing Co. called Ladybrew and I had a fantastic time at the brewery. Very spacious, a nice atmosphere, and an interesting location make it very appealing. I had a few pints of beer, including the Big Nugget IPA, which I highly recommend, and the Hop For Teacher, which was as great as its name. The pints range between $4.50 - $5.50. It seems a tiny bit pricey, but maybe it isn't. You can purchase growlers of their beer and I believe they also serve food. They have very comfortable couches for sitting and nice, wooden tables to keep the space together. Fountain Square is an up and coming area and I think that Fountain Square Brewing Co. is going to succeed very well in this changing area. I would linger here way more often if I didn't live on the other side of the city. I'm looking forward to the next time I can grab a beer here! read more

My favorite brewery in Indianapolis hands down! Consistently great beers come out of this place! The staff is super friendly as well. Short and sweet, drink their beer! read more

Worth the trip to the tap room. I stopped with a group for a Saturday evening drink before dinner elsewhere. It's a party in a giant garage. The band was terrific and the beer good. I had a flight of six of their craft beer for only 5 bucks. All tasty and distinct from the pilsner to the porter to the 'Cinnamon Girl". We stayed longer than planned as it was good fun. read more

Yes. Fountain Square Brewing is a great place with great beer. They are open on Sunday and sell growlers of house brews for five bucks. It's a cool atmosphere inside with some arcade and board games. The staff is always very nice to me and their Amber is delicious. It's a good place and you should check it out. read more

Yes yes yes!!! Since moving to Indy recently I've been trying to find a relaxing brewery with a great atmosphere and even better beer. I've found that and some with Fountain Square Brewery! It was already my favorite beer to pick up in the store and now it's my favorite place to go. Kinda quirky inside and relaxed with a great selection of beers on tap. Very friendly staff as well! read more

First tired this place a few weeks ago with my hubby's frisbee league. We were very impressed. The beers had a great flavor and you can tell they are made with love :) The atmosphere here is also nice. They have couches to lounge on and enjoy your pints and pretty cool bar as well. Will definitely be coming back soon for some more local beer! read more

Awesome place to hang out and kick back with some good brews. The couches are comfy, the artwork always changing and always evocative, plus the staff is pretty damn stellar. They hold awesome events like the peep show and the space is great for holding large crowds. read more