Awesome place, solid pool tables, good vibe. The food is also great for the price. I always have a fun time here

Went on a first date here. Played pool, threw darts, listened to good music and drank cold beer. Will be married 30 years in May and so happy to see the place still thriving!!! Thanks!! read more

John Wayne's Pub & Eatery - Pubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Pretty sad when the owner won't let you order a bucket when you are on your 3rd beer. They make you pay for it separately. What kind of crap is that. This was told to a regular paying customer and it's freaking sad and bad for business. We bring in massive amounts of money for this bar and this is the way they treat their regular customers... read more

Just moved here and noticed the name of the pub. Decided to try it. The bartender was awesome and the food and atmosphere were beyond expectations. I had the mushroom bacon burger and it the best in the longest time. I ordered a hamburger club to go and it was spectacular. Highly recommend here. read more

Great place to play pool getting together with friends. I play in APA pool league their. And I recommend it to all pool player.

Been attending this bar over a decade now. It's a nice time for pool. Not to busy but also not dead ever. Bartenders are nice and attentive. Pleasure every time. read more

Don't come here if you're not a local or regular. They don't like outsiders. I got kicked out for no reason. The bouncer said "the bartender just doesn't want you here" and then got jumped by the locals outside! Hands down the lamest bar I've been to. So if you're against fun and like getting jumped my a bunch of losers, this is the place for you. read more

I came here last October right off the plane from California on the recommendation of my friends. It was during a partial lockdown, so it was pretty dead, but the staff was very friendly, treated me well, and the prices were great. Everyone wore a mask (for which I was thankful), the food was typical bar snacks, and very good. Definitely coming back on my next Indy trip...and hopefully under better circumstances. read more

This place has been here a long time and it shows. I think some of the bartenders and regulars actually went to school with the The Duke. They aren't always that friendly to outsiders. I've seen some fun bands here over the years, but there are certainly other bars in the area with better food, drink specials, and a more welcoming crowd. read more

This is a great place for pool! There are several pool tables with pretty blue covers. Also if you'd like to play Texas Hold'em this is the place. The bartender was friendly and the drink selections were varied. One of TV's was on a funniest animals show and the one had a sports channel on. The bar stools were so comfy we felt like sitting there forever. The pizza did not wow us so we will not order it again. Maybe we'll try the burgers next time. I did not see any likeness of the namesake John Wayne though. read more

John Wayne's Pub & Eatery - Pubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

So, one of the things I like about John Wayne's is it has the things a bar is supposed to have. There are a ton of pool tables, two jute boxes, flat screens everywhere, and free poker every night. Not only that, now they have a smokin hot bar tender named Liz. If you go there Friday night or Sunday for football you will get damn good service and drinks for sure!!! read more

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I live in Noblesville, but I make the trip down to John Wayne's 2 or 3 times a month for one reason, pool. If you're a pool player John Wayne's is the only place around Indy that has newish 9ft Diamond blue label Pro Ams. That is the top of the line pool table in the world, and the same kind nearly every pro event is held on. The equipment is top notch, and you can play all day every day for a measly 5 bucks. They also have a lot of other 7ft pool tables if that is more you're speed. They are all, with the exception of 3 or 4, Diamond bar tables. The best. They host a lot of league players on a regular basis. In addition to the awesome tables they have a full kitchen and bar. Nothing that will blow you away, but the bbq cheeseburger I had was juicy, flavorful, and big. Definitely got my money's worth. Love to be able to eat, drink beer, and watch sports on flat screens while I shoot pool on 9ft tables. Only place around Indy where you can do that. read more

This place is a great pool hall/bar. They also have free Texas Holdem poker tournaments through out the week. The service was good, but the food was average. I wasn't really impressed. The pork tenderloin didn't have any flavor. The wings were decent. At the end of the day the items I ordered were mostly fried with no flavor. I'll come back, but in not sure I'll be ordering food. read more

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I am glad they kicked you out Austin. You are nothing but a troubled person who hates the world. Way to go guys!

We haven't been here for a couple of years. I had heard about their fried chicken and oh man, they used to have some awesome fried chicken. And, decent burgers & tenderloins. But the place was always such a smoky mess. Anyway, we decided to give it a try last night since the smoking ban is now in effect. The place is even more filthy now, sans the smoke in the air, the food has gone way downhill, and the clientele is the same redneck hilljacks but now they're all loud & angry & belligerent about the fact that they cannot smoke inside anymore. My husband had to use the mens room (unfortunately) and said it was the dirtiest, pee-stinkiest bathroom that he's ever used. This isn't a dive bar. It's just a crap bar. But, our waitress was very friendly & attentive. 5 stars to her. read more

Was forced to come with co workers for drinks one night. Worst night I ever had. Filthy, crowded, dirty, shitty service, outrageous prices, need I go on? The crowd definitely doesn't want newcomers around so they obviously don't seem to want much business other than there regulars or the drunks that can get there within walking distance.. read more

I truly cannot find anything positive to say about this place. Everything is EXTREMELY overpriced. The quality is sub-standard. If your order is messed up it will not be corrected, you will have to pay for whatever you happen to get. Everything is disgustingly dirty and I've seen no one clean anything. The owner is more concerned with his gambling ring than his customers experiences. He yells at his employees in front of God and everyone. The wait time for drinks or food is so long you might be able to run over to the mall while your order is prepared. I would never go there again or recommend that anyone else does. The health department seriously needs to investigate the place and put it out of its misery. read more

Twice I have walked into this bar around 12-1am on a weekend night and they immediately tell me it's last call. Apparently this bar doesn't want our business. read more

Hadn't been in here in years since moving away bit have been in recently and LOVE it.. New bartenders rock and keep the customers happy and not waiting... Lots of pool tables with new felts.. Food is fantastic or at least what I have tried.. It's definitely worth a visit.. read more

I went up there to practice on the diamond pool tables for a tourney bar is great food decent and waitresses nice. Only reason I give 3 stars is because poo appearances outside lighting isn't lit and it being my first time there didn't see the sign right away and the bathroom I didn't want to touch anything at all in there. Other than that it's a decent place to play pool at. read more

Pretty good place to have some fun. The prices are a little up there but the key is to get there and get one of their specials of the day. They always have something going on whether it's Poker or pool or whatever. That's a plus because it's not overly distracting. It's good for a great night out. read more

The absolute worst bar I have been to!! My boyfriend and I went Thanksgiving because no one else was open. BIG MISTAKE!!! I will never step foot back in that joint.y boyfriend ordered a hamburger well done and it was served to him still bloody in the center!!! Oh they took a 1.50 off of the bill. Which was 41 and some change for two drink for me and three for him!! You have got to be joking!!! read more