Stumbled on Kismetic while I was killing time before visiting the 201 Studios next door, and I…read morehonestly feel I found a new favorite beer spot! The beer was fantastic, bartender was so sweet and took time to earn what I like and sample, and price was very good for a beer in Indy. Overall, the place had such a cool vibe too, and I can't wait to check it out again!

What a hidden gem! This brewery checked all of my boxes. To start, the inside was decked out with…read moreretro decor in all of my favorite colors. Next they had a cool compact disc jukebox that you could interact with for free. Also, the merch was top-notch so of course I had to purchase a T-shirt. Then they had a quaint patio which is where some people were enjoying the nice weather while sipping on their drinks. Finally the beers were unique and flavorful. I can't wait to go back when they release a new beer.

just popped in for a drink a few weeks ago and was pleasantly surprised to find that they have…read moreseveral vegan options on their menu. i ended up trying their vegan blt and loved it! they give a large portion size and the option of different sides - i ended up getting veggie chips which are like fried mixed veggies (like beets, sweet potatoes etc...). i really enjoyed the sandwich and loved the deep, smoky flavor of their vegan bacon (i think its tempeh?) it doesn't have a bacon texture but the flavor is great. it's a little on the dry side but still very enjoyable. i'm looking forward to trying their other offerings. their servers and hosts were all very friendly and welcoming. definitely has a great vibe!

This brewpub is totally decent. It's in a cool location right off the Monon, has a pet-friendly…read morepatio, and inside is a bit of a maze but has a very cool classic English pub ambience to it. The service was fine, and the vibes are pretty nice to sit and drink inside or out. I'd like to come back in the winter on a cold night to drink pints inside and pretend I'm in Britain! Food was exactly what you'd expect from that kind of place, decent but nothing special. Our table got fish and chips, a blt, and a burger. All of it totally satisfactory. It looks like they have a very vegan friendly menu as well! If you're looking for a place to sit and have a beer with friends this fits the bill. If you're looking to have amazing food, there are probably other places I'd rather be.

I have been at this venue a few times. My last two were for events! I got to see the other side of…read morewhat Guggman Haus offers. We got there early and were able to have some drinks and food, including the nachos. Man, I was not expecting BBQ sauce and like a mustardy sauce and cheese and it was flavor exploding, loved it. With the event we had catered pork/chicken as well as sides. Everything was great, the peppercorn dressing for the salad was so amazing, I would definitely think of a salad here in the future. The venue inside the space, with the car, is quaint with seating and you get to see everything happening outside the space as well. This last time, we were in the original Guggman Haus brewing building that houses the coffee. This is adorable! We had service the entire time, including a bartender and the beer. They made everything super easy and I would consider this space for a baby shower, bridal shower, etc. We had 25 people and it fit wonderfully. There is also outside space for overflow, so it makes it very reasonable. Now onto the beer! I had the IPA Riverside, very hazy with a great flavor. Then I went off the rocker and ordered some prickly pear drink, I was not expecting how good that was! Refreshing and light, easy to drink (probably too easy) and the flavor was perfect! Try it if you are there, it is a newer option. PROS: Parking easy, street and lot Many open spaces and areas to rent Games are included, so eat, drink and enjoy company They have trivia nights, woohoo CONS: Sometimes the food is not always a hit, nothing to state specifically today, but I recall in the past saying to myself, don't order that again. So, try everything and find what you like. The place is great and the beer/food options are good, so you will find something you like.

What a great brewery with huge taproom along with coffeehouse next door. The coffeehouse was closed…read morefor private event. But I was focus to go to brewery and it was little hesitant because I wasn't sure where the entrance was. But I was able to find it. The taproom was biggest. I went up to the bar counter. They have good choices. The bartender was so nice. She explained to me well after I told her that it was my first time here. I had flight of beers and they were all so good! I enjoyed it a lot. Schwarbier was my favorite! They do have food but you have to go to different windows. It was easy to do. I had Dip Trio which was really good. I want to stick with something healthy. But it was good. I love the Spinach dip. This is great experience. If I am back in town, I would go this again and also will definitely recommend to my friends and family to go here.

I'd been wanting to check out St. Joseph Brewery for a while, and I'm glad I finally made it…read morehappen. The brewery is housed inside a beautifully restored church, and walking in for the first time is worth the visit alone. The soaring ceilings, stained glass, and original architecture make for one of the coolest brewery spaces I've been to around Indianapolis. We stopped in during the early afternoon, so it was nice and quiet. We were greeted right away, and our server was incredibly friendly. She walked us through the beer flights, made some great recommendations, and never made us feel rushed. The flights were also surprisingly affordable, which made trying a few different brews an easy decision. For lunch, I ordered the pulled pork sandwich with fries, while my friend went with the Italian sandwich. Both plates were generously portioned, and neither of us left hungry. The pulled pork was tender, flavorful, and piled high on the sandwich, while the fries were perfectly crispy alongside it. Between the quality of the food and the reasonable prices, it felt like an excellent value. The atmosphere strikes a nice balance between historic and casual. TVs are scattered throughout if you're catching a game, music plays in the background, and despite the grand setting, it still feels comfortable enough to settle in for a while. Whether you're stopping by for a beer flight, lunch, or just to admire the incredible building, St. Joseph Brewery is well worth adding to your Indianapolis list. I'll definitely be back.

Really wanted to enjoy my experience, but just couldn't. I'd say three is generous (probably closer…read moreto a 2.5 but I normally round up). I've been here once before, and remember the food and service were good, and wanted to return. We came in on a Thursday night, and the place wasn't super busy. First bad part of the night- the host. She acted like she had better places to be. She wore an earbud in her ear throughout the night- extremely rude in a customer service position. We were sat quickly. Our server was somewhat attentive throughout the night, though not the most outwardly friendly person. The place on the inside felt clean, and wasn't too loud. I appreciated how they stock Ash and Elm, as I'm not a big beer drinker, but do enjoy a cider. We started with a full order of beef poutine. It was a large portion for what you pay for, though it was lacking enough cheese curds. The food was lukewarm, almost as thought it had been sitting for too long. The beef had a weird flavor to it. My wife and I split an ale burger and a pork katsu sandwich. The burger was dry and room temp, the cheese formed in place (as thought it was being kept at room temp). Fries were also room temp. Burger didn't have much flavor, and the bun was hard. The pork katsu sandwich lacked flavor. The top toast was soggy, and the bottom piece was hard as a rock. The slaw lacked any taste. Again, theme of the night, was also room temperature. Would have appreciated food being served hot, as all of the food was served lukewarm, though the place wasn't busy. Service wasn't the best, and people acted like they had better places to be. I'm not normally a harsh critic, but too much badness in one meal for me.

Brew link is still one of our go-to places when we're downtown! We recently revisited last weekend…read moreand we still received great service and enjoyed delicious food. We still enjoyed the fried cauliflower as an app, and I had the boneless honey chipotle wings, and my husband had the mushroom & Swiss burger.

Great food and atmosphere. Server was awesome. All foods we ordered were great!…read more Not overly expensive either!

I actually ended up eating at Big Lug twice during my trip, and that's probably the best…read morerecommendation I can give. I always order the Cuban when a new restaurant has one on the menu, and Big Lug's did not disappoint. It was juicy, flavorful, and one of the better Cubans I've had in a while. On my second visit, I went with the blackened cod tacos on corn tortillas (you can also get flour tortillas, and they offer shrimp and breaded fish options). They were fresh, perfectly seasoned, and absolutely delicious. Both visits I ordered the spicy garlic cauliflower, and it was outstanding. The homemade blue cheese dressing took it to another level. If you're on the fence about ordering it, don't be--it was one of my favorite things on the menu. The outdoor walk-up bar creates a really cool, laid-back atmosphere, making it a great place to relax whether you're meeting friends or just enjoying a meal by yourself. The staff was friendly, the service was excellent, and both meals came out quickly. I don't usually eat at the same restaurant twice on a trip, but Big Lug earned it. If I'm back in the area, it'll definitely be on my list again.

Big Lug is a very cool spot right off the Monon, and even better if you have a pooch with you!…read moreUnfortunately, our experience with the service was pretty disappointing. We sat right in the middle of the main thoroughfare and were completely ignored for at least 15 minutes before we finally flagged someone down. The guy, "H," apologized and said, "Oh, my bad--it's all good." We figured, no big deal, let's move on. We ordered pretty simple food, apps and were then going to put in some entrees once apps arrived. We asked for waters and a water bowl for our pups. He brought two waters--with no straws--and no dog bowl. We assumed he was going to grab the bowl, so we waited... and waited. Then I noticed him at the end of the bar leaning against some boxes, texting. So I finally got up, interrupted him and asked for the dog bowl. His response, "oh my bad." Our appetizers came out, and naturally, we asked for silverware. A few minutes later, I spotted "H" in the corner on his phone again. At that point I was thinking, seriously?! So I got up again, interrupted "H's" text convo and asked for silverware. His response again was, "Oh, my bad." I didn't respond to him I just turned around and went back to my seat. Honestly, the whole experience started feeling more like a self-serve restaurant than table service. It's a chill spot and we weren't being needy whatsoever. We never asked for any refills- we were merely asking for the basics. We wanted to order more food, but by that point we were pretty turned off and decided to just get the check. Then came the final straw: my guy had his license and credit card sitting on the table because he hadn't brought his wallet out for our monon trek. When "H" came back with the checkout thing, without question or hesitation - he grabbed the card and swiped it. We didn't even realize what happened until afterward. Maybe that's standard there, but I've never had a server just take my card without asking. Usually you get a "hey do we want to use this card? Or something to confirm. And of course the tip structure is skewed so the min is 20% unless you want to try to figure out to manually enter in 15% (which most ppl don't -incl my guy), so we left 20% and left irritated and still hungry. "H" didn't seem hungover or anything--he just genuinely seemed like he did not not give a shiiiit. We had to get up three separate times to get things we had already requested: the dog bowl, a couple straws, and silverware. (Basics) And a quick note on the 7-Layer Hoss Dip: don't expect seven layers. It comes in a small thick ceramic bowl and was basically beans, guacamole, a tiny bit of corn and some hard cheese on top. Definitely would not recommend it. Way too "beany" and not worth $16 at all. The southwest rolls were decent- very fried tho. Cheesecake Factory's are better ;) The location and dog-friendly atmosphere are great, with the exception of the homeless camp right at their patio entrance, but unfortunately, the service really took away from the experience. Hopefully this was just an off night, because Big Lug has a lot going for it.

On a Sunday afternoon, Herrmann Brewthers is a good place to chill with a group and do a casual…read moreactivity, like a knitting circle or board game session. Ordering at the counter allows for food and drink service and they can bring the order to your table when it's ready. I enjoyed a Colombian hot dog as a snack, which cost $5.75 and is a hot dog topped with pineapple marmalade, pink sauce, and potato sticks. It's quite tasty, and makes for a nice snack. They also have free popcorn with a purchase if you like. It makes the whole space smell like popcorn!

Yikes! Avoid this place. Stopped by on a Saturday afternoon and it was a ghost town. Found out why…read more We didn't even stay for a drink. We wanted to sit outside with our dog and the meth-mouth girl at the bar said we would have to prop the exit door open with something because she couldn't unlock it and that our dog wasn't allowed inside. Pretty normal, except she wouldn't let us open the gate to come in from outside. I asked how we were supposed to get into the outside area if we couldn't use the outdoor gate or come through the building and she looked at me like I had three heads. Maybe she was high? Didn't matter, the outdoor area was rough; Full sun, like two tables and weeds about waist high. We just left and hit some of the actual breweries around the west side. This place will be closed in 6 months for sure.

To whom it may concern, I am writing to share some…read moreexceptionally well-deserved praise for Shea, who served us during our recent visit. From the second we sat down, it was clear that the restaurant was running at full capacity and extremely busy. Despite the clear rush and high volume of customers, Shea handled every single table with remarkable composure, grace, and effortless efficiency. What stood out most was her genuine kindness and warmth. Often, when a dining room is that packed, you expect service to feel rushed or transactional--and understandably so. However, Shea made us feel completely welcomed and prioritized. She took the time to check in on us, made sure our water glasses were never empty, and brought a wonderful, positive energy to the table that completely elevated our dining experience. Her attentiveness under pressure is a rare quality, and it did not go unnoticed. The food throughout our meal was delightful, and the brownie at the end was absolutely fantastic--rich, warm, and the perfect finish to the evening. But as good as the dessert was, the highlight of our entire visit was undeniably the top-tier service provided by Shea. She turned what could have been a standard meal out during a busy shift into an incredible, memorable experience. It is clear that Shea takes tremendous pride in her work and truly cares about hospitality. Employees with her level of dedication, poise, and genuine warmth are hard to come by, and she is a tremendous asset to your team. Please make sure she gets the recognition she deserves for going above and beyond!

I've been a regular at The Tap for a while, and it never disappoints -- good beer selection, TVs…read moreeverywhere for the game, and a solid menu of sports-bar classics done right. Shoutout to our server Aneli who was attentive all night, quick with refills, and knew the menu well. Great service without being over the top. Good spot to catch a game with friends -- casual, loud in the right way, food's actually good. Ask for Aneli if she's working.

This place was between a 3 star and 4 star with the types of Breweries I favor. I gave it 4 because…read moreit was beautiful and I think most people would love it. Beer: 4.5 stars---- would be 5 but the only sour they had was a mango or peach sour and it was not good!!!! Everything else was excellent. Food: 3-5 star Mac and cheese side - 5 Star Excellent size and so delicious. It was the kids favorite Chicken Chunks - 1 star- the breading was soggy and the chicken was not good. Ate one and was done Chicken Caesar Salad (not pictured and not touched - 1 star It tasted like it was trying to show us where diseases come from. Lettuce was soggy and dressing had no flavor. Chicken tasted like rubber. It was weird and went untouched. French Dip- would have liked a little cheese and maybe some crunchy onions on it but other the.ln that it was amazing Chicken bacon club 5 STARS --- MUST ORDER. IT WAS AMAZING AND SAVED THE MEAL The aioli sauce was not good. Not sure what it was and it was $1.25. The curry ketchup was OUT OF THE WORLD and worth the $1.25 The waitress was nice and did well however I wish she would have noticed the salads untouched and asked if everything was ok. Sure I could have mentioned it but I tend to only mention if asked. Overall the place was beautiful, parking, while expensive ($8 an hour) was easy and I am happy I marked it off my list of places to try.

Went for a business dinner with group of about 8. We sat in the bar area which was nice and it was…read morenot too busy or loud. The beer was good, I tried two different. We ordered cheese curds and baked goat cheese to start. The cheese curds were more like cheese cubes, the batter was light. The baked goat cheese could have used more jam on top. The server was pretty good, after ordering apps though disappeared for a long time and did not come back to check to see if we were ready to order. I got the bacon smash burger and fries. The burger was good but very filling.

Metazoa Brewing has a little bit of everything for everyone…read more Can't speak to their own beers since I don't partake, but they do offer Untitled Arts N/A beers and soft drinks. The bartenders are always helpful with sharing their current offerings. Metazoa is famously dog friendly, and 5% of profits go towards benefitting shelter dogs. They allow dogs inside the premises and have a dog park outside. The seating is a mix of high top and low tables with plenty of space for the whole crew. Ive been here for bingo nights and trivia, which are always a lot of fun. I hope my squad can make it down here again sometime before too long

Full disclosure: I am allergic to pet dander, and this place is basically a dog convention. We are…read moretalking wall to wall, ear to ear, tail to tail dogs everywhere you look. One too many deep breaths in there, and I am down for the count for at least 2 days. So yes, I visited at my own risk, and I regret nothing. We popped in to grab a four-pack of beer for my nephew and ended up sampling a few while we were at it because that is just what you do. The woman who helped us was an absolute gem, so warm and friendly that I genuinely wished I could come back just to see her again (wealth of knowledge). If you go, I hope you get her. NO, I don't remember her name. From what I could take in between trying not to breathe too deeply, this place is wonderful. Tons of space for you and your four-legged best friend, food trucks outside, and a dog park to round it all out. If you are a pet lover without the whole allergy situation holding you back, this is your happy place. Go. Bring the dog. Have a beer. Live your best life.