This bourbon enthusiast gives Hotel Tango an enthusiastic five stars. While I'll admit that their basic bourbon isn't the best I've tried, and is a bit overpriced, my rating isn't based on the liquor alone. The service is so friendly and personable, and the vibe of the place is exactly what I was looking for. Besides being a bourbon aficionado, I'm also a proud vet, and I love that Hotel Tango is veteran owned and that their products promote a military theme. We had such a great time last night that we're going back tonight! read more

We had a great time celebrating my cousins birthday. I have also been to this location for a work event. The service was always great! The drinks are tasty! I love how they have the area set up read more

Ridiculous. We arrived 45 mins before closing and they refused to serve us saying there were 20 people ahead of us and they were short staffed and couldn't serve us. Literally everyone had a drink already. I get being understaffed but this was unacceptable. read more

My absolute favorite distillery I've ever visited! I've never gotten a drink i didn't like and never had bad service at this place no matter how busy, or the time of day. Hotel Tango has done a great job at creating an inclusive, lowkey bar with some truly top-notch spirits. This place is almost always the first or last stop for my partner and I on date night, they just never get it wrong. Most recently, we went to grab a bottle of their Black is Beautiful whiskey and ended up staying for a few drinks. I ordered a Dexy MF and a drink whose proceeds went to suicide prevention I believe. Both were great. So glad we got our hands on a bottle of the Black is Beautiful Whiskey. It's is crazy smooth and was the perfect addition to our bar cart! Best of all, 100% of the proceeds went to Community Assets Inc. read more

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Hotel Tango is the perfect place to throw back a cocktail and cozy up on a comfy couch. Everything about this distillery is inviting, from the decor to the friendly orange cat hanging around. Drinks range from $8-14, and only liquor is served here. We stopped by right at opening time (2PM) on a Monday. The traffic here was light, which is just how we prefer it! Hotel Tango is located on the happening strip of Virginia Street. There's a brewery right across the street. Stopping here was one of the highlights of our trip to Indianapolis! YELP'S 2018 REVIEW CHALLENGE: #10 read more

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Hotel Tango has my favorite cocktails in all of Indy (and some of the best soft pretzels)! They also offer some zero proof cocktails that are wonderful, so it's an inclusive and safe place. The servers couldn't be nicer and always time when to get you a refill perfectly. They have a rotating menu that always has wonderful drinks, so you'll have no problem finding a new favorite. They just have appetizers, but are surrounded by awesome dinner spots to check out after. Not to mention all the good they do for the community! Love this place so much read more

Gin! Whiskey! Drinks for everyone! Hotel Tango is definitely one of the gems of Fletcher Place. I really like the continuously evolving cocktail menu, and the staff are super knowledgeable and helpful with drink recommendations. The spirits are made in-house, and you can tell that the distillery team really pay attention to the small details. One of the things that I WISH Hotel Tango offered is small bites for food. Currently you can purchase light snacks like trail mix and chips. Additionally, there is free popcorn available on-site. I wish I had access to a small sandwich, or cup of soup to accompany my fabulous Hotel Tango cocktails. That might be enough to make me stay all day. Lucky for us, there are a lot of foodie-friendly places in walking distance of the Hotel Tango distillery. So, overall, I definitely recommend a visit to Hotel Tango. Stop by, pet the cat, and have a cocktail (or three). read more

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This rustic distillery and bar has really developed into a Fletcher place hot spot! When it started off, they had simple cocktails made with house distilled spirits, and even did those well using craft sodas! They have grown to have one of the most creative changing cocktail menus in town, featuring their own liquor, which has also evolved. In fall and winter the fireplace provides a cozy atmosphere. Their house distilled spirits are a local fave, but my personal loves are orangcello and Cherry liquor! Parking is limited for the actual building but plenty of street parking on Virginia Ave and adjacent neighborhood streets! They have really amped up the merch that's available as well as carry out bottles at the door! read more

I cannot believe I have lived back in Indianapolis for nearly 4 years and JUST went to Hotel Tango. I feel like I have missed so much! I loved it here from the moment I walked in. I felt like I was in a ski lodge without all that pesky being in the cold and violently skidding down mountains business. Bonus- I could bring my dog who raises the enjoyability level of every experience. I have been chasing a good Old Fashioned since having a life changing one in Savannah earlier this year, and HT is the first place to hold a candle to it. I can't wait to come back and try more cocktails! read more

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Creative cocktail options and rotating menu frequently. Our drinks were pretty good, somewhat ordinary this time. Love the vibe in here and has plenty of seating and space. Timely service. Will return! read more

Without question this is the most difficult review I've had to give. Our welcome in was outstanding. The review of our options for drinks was thorough. We ordered our drinks and decided on a charcuterie board. The drinks were spot on. The board was strong. Except for crackers. We asked for FIVE more crackers. No big deal. Bring them right over the first person said 20 minutes later, we asked again when they wanted to know if we wanted another drink. We still had drinks, so we told of the request and she said she'd check. Nope, never saw her again until we checked out. Then our option was 20-30-40% for a tip. I tipped at 20% and on exiting I wanted to buy a bottle of the syrup and House bourbon. 100% acknowledged and 1000% ignored. I'd pay double for better service. Keep the syrup. Not Hotel Tango more like Wednesday Thursday Friday!! read more

I happened upon Hotel tango when I was visiting the area before our family moved here after I followed a motorcycle rally for the Boone County humane society that ended there. I went in and was pleasantly surprised the drinks were out of this world and the food was phenomenal, something you would expect from a master chef The only negative not allowing me to give them a five star rating is that they don't allow children as we went there one night and were refused service, with as many bar/restaurant you would think that they could have some setting set up for families. Maybe they just want to keep it a bar so unfortunate and disappointing as I was truly hoping to share this treasure with my family. read more

Stopped in here on a whim and had a great experience. Katie the bartender was fabulous and her drinks (on and off menu) we're bomb. Super cute inside as well! read more

A favorite spot for drinks-- we enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, super friendly staff and delicious cocktails! They're spirits make great gifts too, love the bottle design. Bonus-It's dog friendly, so your furry friends can enjoy too:) Our dog,Henry, loves the popcorn!There is also a little dog park area if your dog needs to stretch his legs. read more

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You know that feeling when you head to your favorite local distillery and get mentally transported to a ski lodge cabin full of creative cocktails? No? Then you haven't visited Hotel Tango. It's one thing to have amazing, creative cocktails (I love 'em, but I'm not super picky). However, this place is so much more than that. The atmosphere is magical and relaxed. You can dress casual, bring your pup, or sit by the section that's open to the outside through the garage door. The cocktails: so fun and creative (named after seasonal pop culture.. now it's: "David's Pumpkins" among others), and we even tried a maple whiskey that had bacon bits soaked in it (and it was DELICIOUS). I was impressed by the amount of interesting cocktail options with whiskey (I tried one that had pomegranate and egg white). Loved it. Hotel Tango also holds tons of events and is constantly involved in the community (they held the Mutt Cup Cocktail Contest a few weeks ago, among others). Clincher: There's a free popcorn machine. Dinner. Is. Served. read more

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They don't normally take reservations, but I was able to email the manager for a reservation on a Saturday afternoon for a group of people. Unfortunately, there was only one bartender working for the whole bar, including our party of 20. It did take a bit to get our drinks. The food however was fantastic. We loved the nachos, pretzels, vegetables with hummus, and the flatbread. They also just have chips and cheese dip if you don't want all the nachos! Overall everyone was happy with their drinks! I got the mules all night and ended with an espresso martini. read more

Came here for 1/2 price Monday's with a group of friends. The vibe here is chill - makes for a great place to hang out. The decor is rustic yet modern. Free popcorn too! I got Malibu Sands and Prickly Pirate off the summer menu. They were both so delicious! I loved the prickly pirate because of the passion fruit flavor. The bartenders are great as well - they were very accommodating to my friend who has allergies. I am looking forward to coming back again to try more cocktails! read more

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Been getting better with greeting since my last review and I do enjoy their craft cocktails. We bought many bottles of bourbon for gifts. read more

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Never had a bad drink at Tango. I've walked in to Tango and just tried random drinks and still enjoyed it. My goto is the Orangcello + Whiskey + Aquafaba(sp?) a delightful splash of orange frothy tastiness. Yes I said " delightful". If you haven't been, it's a spacious, rustic, warm ( literally if the fireplace is on) environment welcoming of anyone and even their dogs. One of my favorite stops in the Fountain Sq / Downtown area. read more

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Hotel Tango has a great, warm ambiance. Some couches and some tables are available. They do have free parking for customers in addition to other street parking around Fountain Square. I've been for trivia on Tuesdays which is fun and just to grab drinks with friends. They offer euchre on one Tuesday per month. They have a variety of cocktails and change out some seasonally. Some of their cocktails are certainly for hardcore liquor enthusiasts who want to taste the alcohol, and others are more sweet. Supporting local business is easy when it's Hotel Tango! read more

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Family in town, friends to spend time with or even grab a quick cocktail? Run right over to Hotel Tango. They are a one of a kind distillery making their own alcohol and the best craft cocktails in town. The menu is seasonal and changes every few months. Whether it's sipping down a hot chocolate type drink in the winter or a refreshing vodka drink the summer they always have exactly what you need. There is plenty of parking around the back, functional unique seating and a popcorn machine! It's perfect for every occasion. You can get the best craft cocktails in the city or even purchase their alcohol to take home! read more

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Great place for a specialty cocktails. I love coming here for the events hosted and grabbing a nice drink after a meal. They don't serve food but occassionally have popcorn. Try a seasonal cocktail with one of their housemade syrups. read more

Great place to go for drinks. No beer or wine selection, but a great mixed drink list. I have also had the kombucha on draft, which was also good. The menu changes rather frequently, but yet, remains consistent. They actually have a small cartoon on the menu for each drink to help you know what to expect. They also have some snack options, including delicious cookies. There is free self-serve popcorn available in the corner of the building. This place is dog friendly, but it is never too crowded with dogs. Some nights, they can be super busy, but it is very spacious and has a lot of seating area. They have some events throughout the year and often display local art. They are really starting to expand their production of distilled liquor, which is also available for purchase. Definitely recommend this place. Great environment and awesome drinks! read more

I've been here multiple times so I can shed a bit of light on day time and night time hotel tango. Hotel Tango has a huge space, which is lovely. It's never too loud and you can almost always find a place to sit. At night, it's usually quite busy which makes it all the more fun! The drinks are spectacular. I've never tried one I didn't like, although i find myself googling ingredients frequently. The drinks are a little expensive but strong and always have fun new flavors. There's also a popcorn machine in the corner and multiple places willing to deliver! Check it out! read more

Confession: I never visited Hotel Tango because I was intimidated by the fact that it was a distillery and not a brewery. What a fool I was because I've been missing out on some handcrafted cocktails! My friend and I sat by the bar, so we witnessed the Friday night action as the bartenders mixed, shaked, and stirred the drinks being ordered. The service was fast and--more importantly to any Hoosier--super friendly. (I'm talking about you, Dyke!) I had a beet-o-rita, which uses Hotel Tango's Romeo Rum and Orangecello. The booze was in no way overpowering, making it easy to drink. Did I mention how good this fruit-frontin' cocktail was? You'll want to order it for sure. No longer will I steer clear of Hotel Tango. I purchased my Yelp deal and will be back soon! read more

Hotel Tango is a favorite stop. A local distillery, with solid spirits and a friendly staff! I have visited many times with friends and alone. Trivia night, Sunday special events (a great brunch), and today for HT5 - their 5th anniversary celebration! Ans this veteran-owned business supports other local businesses! They serve 4 Birds Bakery cookies and Broad Ripple Chip Co. chips everyday. I've tasted a few flavors from Circle Ice Cream when they were visiting and met the owners of a locally-owned CBD company when they had a table one evening. If you haven't stopped by - do so soon! read more

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Different is the best way to describe the space but a good different. The nachos were extremely yummy and the service was excellent. The drink menu was very different for me as I am not a bourbon girl but I was able to request tequila a la carte. That was nice. It's has a brewery vibe to the place and you can take your pup. I always appreciate those spaces. read more

I first had a sip of Hotel Tango bourbon a couple years ago at an event and the brand has stuck with me ever since. Veteran owned (oooo-rahh!), affordable, easy to drink, fun and friendly staff, what's not to love? While I've never been able to visit the distillery in Indy, I do pick up a bottle from time to time at my local Market District in Columbus, Ohio. Most recently I got a bottle of their rye whiskey, which happens to be my favorite type of whiskey. It's been a great addition to my collection and I anticipate it being a regular on my rotation. read more

What a fun distillery -- especially on a rainy day when a cozy fireplace and delicious spirits are sorely needed for warming up! I got to check out Hotel Tango on my recent trip to Indy. After getting some work done, my colleagues and I ventured to Hotel Tango to unwind a bit. I immediately loved the feel of the place. It has a relaxed, lodge feel to it, with plenty of places to sit. And considering Hotel Tango makes so many great types of spirits -- gin, rum, vodka, moonshine, whiskey and even limoncello and orangecello -- you can be sure that the cocktails will be great. Given the fact I hale from Bourbon Country, I had to try a whiskey drink, so I got a Foxtrot Old Fashioned, which seems to be Hotel Tango's signature OF cocktail. (There are two other takes on the OF on the menu.) It was full of the earthy spice that you'd expect a OF to have. It hit the spot. My friend got a Kurt Vonnegut-inspired cocktail -- complete with a plastic cat hanging off the side and everything! I can't remember the name of the drink off hand, but it tasted delightful and was such a fun surprise. Points also go to Hotel Tango for having an awesome distillery cat! One of the owners carried him/her in his arms as he talked to customers. So why the four stars? I want to go back and try more! I'd love to get a wider Hotel Tango experience and enjoy more of the spirits. Can we get these in Kentucky yet? I'll be on the lookout for them. read more

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While I really liked the vibe and enjoyed my nachos very much, I had no idea how pet friendly this establishment was. There was a dog just walking around with no leash on (I'm assuming it's the owners dog) and our server played with the dog a few times while serving us (unsanitary) another customers dog also jumped on me while I was leaving which turned me away from revisiting. read more

Looking for a nice date spot with decently upscale cocktails? This could be your spot then..and don't worry, the drinks are definitely on the stronger side. I've never been here before, but my date and I arrived around lunch time. There was already a crowd of people, but we found ourselves a nice little spot on one of their comfortable couches. Everything appeared clean. The decor is nice, and in the wintertime they have a fireplace they use that I'll definitely come back for (it'll FOR SURE make the date that much more romantic).. The place did get pretty crowded while I was there though (popular is food), so I noticed groups standing up without any places to sit. There are places at the bar area, but it only looked like a couple seats were vacant for every spot taken. Like I said, the cocktails were pretty strong..and when they make them that strong it'll sacrifice some of the flavor/sweetness (if that's your thing)..the drinks we had were the Rockford Peach and Marla's Hooch. If you'd prefer sweet, don't get these. The building has their own parking too which is a plus. read more

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If we lived closer we would visit Hotel Tango every weekend! Great place to go hangout. Drinks were amazing, service great! Couches to sit on make it very cozy and they are pet friendly! read more

Another place I've wanted to go to for a long time!! Since we brewery hop it's always "we'll go another time" because we go to Fountain Square Brewery and Brewdog Brewery, we never make it! It's worth going to, with the beautiful building, great cocktail menu and customer service!! We only stayed for one drink, but I plan on bringing my husband back next time. The only thing I didn't notice was if they had outdoor space and if dogs are allowed if they do. read more

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they don't have beer In refrigerators, I'm kinda annoyed. I really didn't like the hummus, it was very basic and nothing like Israeli hummus, which I'd highly recommend traveling to. also I asked for beer and they said something about having a distillery license Which I don't know anything about. the atmosphere was great, and the drinks did the trick, but I'd recommend ditching hummus entirely And stocking some Guinness in a refrigerator to get around that distillery nonsense. read more

I found out about Hotel Tango at two previous yelp events and wanted to check them out if I was ever in Indy. Sooo glad I did. We arrived as soon as they opened and were greeted by some cool ladies and a cat that roams around the distillery (the cat is friendly and likes to be petted). There cocktail list is seasonal and has various concoctions made with their spirits. For the first round I had the Turboman. It was smooth, strong, and spicy. It included Bourbon, rum, Amer Picon, turbinado, and chai. The second round, I ordered the Nakatomi Plaza. Favorite drink ever! It had Tango Malibu (I don't know if that is rum or another spirit) blue milk, black tea, and a little something extra that turns the drink from blue to purple. Because I liked this drink so much I ordered it again, and then wished I could have of had another. But, these drinks are strong and I couldn't have done a fourth one. I can't wait to come back when there is warmer weather. The outside looks fun and bonus points for having an on-site dog park for our furry friends/family. See you soon Hotel Tango! read more

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This wasn't the first time I have sampled Hotel Tango's products, but was my first visit to the distillery and it definitely didn't disappoint. We were told that if we sat in the area to the left, we'd have a server, whereas, if we opted for the area to the right we could just go to the bar. We opted for the right and found seats at the bar. The bar was nice and well lit, but the lights were dimmed as it got a bit later. Between my friend and I, we were able to sample two cocktails: The Revenge Business (a Kombucha-based cocktail with vodka) and the Mawage (strawberry gin and orangecello-base). Both drinks were fantastic, but the The Revenge business was definitely noteworthy. The staff was super friendly and the service quick and efficient. The environment is super comfortable with space that is both approachable and romantic. Make sure to ask your bartender their unique cocktail offerings. Way to go, Indy, this place is a true gem. read more

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Amazing mocktails! We got a raspberry sage lemon one and a version of the chocolate coconut one. Super cute place too. read more

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I have no idea how I haven't left a review of Hotel Tango yet. So one thing to keep in mind: Hotel Tango is located in a historic district, so the business and its hours are heavily regulated. They just recently have been able to be open until midnight on Friday and Saturday with last call at 11pm. Their cocktails are expensive but stiff and pretty large so you'll have plenty to nurse for a good while. There is no food served besides popcorn but I believe Clustertruck delivers food. My girlfriend and I attended a black tie wedding this past Saturday and we were trying to figure out what bar could we go to that us in formal wear wouldn't be totally out of place, so we came here to enjoy some mint juleps. Even though it wasn't on the menu, the bartender made them. There is also a tailless cat. read more

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I can't say enough about Hotel Tango! I love their drinks and the service is always great. They have a nice open atmosphere. I especially like that they change their cocktail menu seasonly. This allows for you to always try something new and different. Only con, the cocktails can get a little pricey so don't expect a $6 beverage but they are delicious and worth it read more

Love the decor, or the lack thereof... whichever way you want to look at it. Sometimes I wish they had more seating available since you usually end up standing around all night once it get's busy. Love their cocktails of course. I do enjoy the forever new creations, but sometimes miss some of my favorites, when they disappear and never come back... sniff, sniff... heart-breaking. They did say they would still make the 'old and gone' drinks if they have all the ingredients... however, I usually can't remember the names but would recognize the darn thing if I saw it on the menu. I am happy this place got to be so popular, but I miss the days when you could just hang out here and carry on a conversation over drinks. It just gets so crowded anymore and so loud that you really can't have a conversation less you know sign language. Still great for a quick drink as you are exploring the area. read more

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