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    The Ball & Biscuit

    4.2 (535 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    THE BALL & BISCUIT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Ro W.

    We were greeted when we walked in. It was open seating. The bathrooms were clean. They had a spooky Halloween vibe going throughout the restaurant. Carlee was AMAZING. She was patient and answered our questions about the menu. My sisters and I stopped in today celebrate a milestone and everyone was super nice on such a sensitive day. Our appetizers (french onion and artichoke dip)were good but the bread pudding stole the show. The best I've ever had. They offer cocktails and mocktails. The mocktails are more than juice and sprite. And all of the drinks looked pretty . If you're downtown looking for an adult vibe thats not the club, make sure to checkout this lounge. It definitely gives a speakeasy vibe.

    Salutes a la familia
    Scott N.

    We walked a long way to The Ball & Biscuit for a few drinks. Though it was busy, we were easily able to find a table for our group of six. I love the look of the place, lots of wood and brick. The windows out front open to let in fresh air. It gets direct sunlight in the evening, at least in May, so be aware. And another thing... I recommend taking a picture of the cocktail menus because they change often. Taking my cue from pics of drinks on yelp, it appears we had a Saludos a la familia, a Forbidden Fruit and an Espressotini. The Espressotini seems to be a standard, and it was delicious. The Forbidden Fruit is the drink with a marshmallow set on fire and the Salads a la familia is the frothy, yellow drink. All of the cocktails were delicious. I don't think you can go wrong. We enjoyed our drinks and our time together at The Ball & Biscuit very much.

    Elizabeth B.

    I was in town for a training and came here for a social networking event with colleagues, and it could not have been a better choice. We sat outside on a beautiful day, and the atmosphere was perfect for conversation. I tried the Bread + Butter cocktail (bourbon-based with vanilla and cherry notes), and it was phenomenal - smooth, balanced, and unique. For food, we shared/split 3 small plates for the table: the hummus plate, pickles, and bruschetta. Each one was beautifully prepared, fresh, and full of flavor. Service was attentive + friendly throughout our stay, l the overall vibe makes this a versatile spot whether for a date night, catching up with friends, or even a professional gathering like ours. Highly recommend and will definitely return the next time I'm in Indy!

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    John R.

    Favorite spot for a drink and cozy atmosphere. Laid back but slightly upscale lounge specializing in cocktails, beer and wine. Cocktails are slightly high at around $15 but reasonable for mass ave. Bottle of nice wine is around 40-50 dollars. Enjoyable warm atmosphere in the winter for a nice glass of wine or cider. In the summer they open the outdoor space and you can enjoy a cocktail right on mass ave!!! Whats not to love!

    Joseph D.

    We just don't get down to Mass Ave. very often but every time we come here we're like damn why don't we come here more often. The cocktails are absolutely amazing and the bartenders are fantastic. It's always enjoyable to sit up at the bar and watch them do their magic if you like craft cocktails you need to check this place out.

    Jessica L.

    Dropped in last minute with friends to catch up and I'm glad we did! The drink menu has a section of cocktails created by the bartenders - and yea, they are GOOD! If you stop in, try a speciality cocktail before having your "usual". Also had a quesadilla - also pretty tasty! This is a perfect spot to hang with friends or date night!

    Forbidden Fruit
    Mary H.

    Came for a drink with friends and they had a great selection of craft cocktails. We didn't get food this time, but everything is so good here! I got the mystery drink (oooooohh) that was so dang good. It honestly didn't LOOK very good from the visual appearance. But it was really dang good. A little fruity but not tart, very refreshing. It's something fun and different from other bars we go to. We sat on the patio and enjoyed the weather. It also sprinkled a little but they have an awning thankfully.

    Danielle J.

    Very unique drinks! You can enjoy patio sitting as well as indoor bar seating that opens to window. This is such a nice vibe to go out for a drink with friends, likely would not go here for a date as it's a bit louder. I checked this out with friends and it was my second time visiting. They had unique twilight themed drinks as well as a good selection of beers available. The service is very quick for the crowds that are typically present.

    GoaT cheese
    Sana K.

    Always a good time here. Was able to park up front. Paid street parking. The drinks are always well balanced. Just try it even if you aren't sure how it will be. Servers are usually pretty helpful when it comes to this. Had my friends bday party here as well (rented out for private event) and everything went smooth. It is not that big in here but very popular. The server was def overwhelmed on this sat night taking care of the whole upper section that stayed full with large parties. Apps are tasty as well. Best espresso tini. Nice patio.

    Saba K.

    As a espresso martini connoisseur, they have the best quality in terms of balance & taste. My no1 when it come to baseline espressos to compare to. Ruth Chris is a close second. A great place for a drink and a little something to nibble on. On mass ave across from the Eagle. Had a great time and everybody is always so nice. Def will be back!

    Kayla B.

    If I was going to describe the Ball & Biscuit in one word, it'd be "sophisticated". There were multiple couples on first dates here, and there's a reason why: it's upscale with unique drinks, mood lighting, and good service. (And lots of comfy seating!) PROS: -I loooooove the ambiance here. It's especially amazing during the day with natural light streaming in the tall windows to perfectly light the brown upholstery, brick, and black menus. The whole thing feels like a treat for the eyes, and it's so comforting to be here. -Service was great too. Super friendly, but she also gave us a lot of space to do our own thing while popping in often to see if we wanted anything else. -I can't believe how good the pretzels are. A cocktail bar has no business serving pretzels this delicious. The cheese was near-perfection (and came broiled, a feat most restaurants can't even manage) with the perfect level of salt and chewiness. They were SO good. -Ball & Biscuit provides a carafe of water and glasses at your table so you can stay hydrated. A+ for anyone looking to feel okay after their drinks. -If you love coffee but aren't so fond of the bitter espresso martinis going around, you're going to LOVE the "You don't have to tell me how good my coffee is, Okay?" drink. It's like a coffee milkshake without the milkshake thickness. -Not sure what you want to drink? They have a "drink roulette" you can play with too. That's too unpredictable for my Type A self, but that's super cool. -Lots of great seating options. They have bar seating, couches, armchairs, low-top tables, high-top tables, and more. Lots of dark fabric chairs that add to the ambiance of Ball & Biscuit. -Two individual, unisex restrooms for anyone of any gender identification. Very clean bathrooms as well. (The doors shut scarily loudly, but that's a very very minor complaint!) CONS: -Despite the name, they do not sell biscuits. (Honestly, this is about the only complaint I've got. For the longest time, I thought this was a biscuit place.)

    Ordered Rose! Would recommend trying it :)
    Emily J.

    Took myself to Ball & Biscuit before meeting up with my friends for dinner. Affordable menu with lots of options! Quick service and I love the dimmed lights and a candle per table. It's perfect for a date! It's along Mass Ave so lots of parking and easy to get to other places!

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    Great atmosphere and service. A good place for date night. That's all. Drinks are gonna be at least $15 which is typical for cocktails.

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    Love this lounge/bar! Perfect for a girls night or an intimate date! Services is quick and they'll make anything you want!

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    Very bad service. They wouldn't serve me without an ID even though I'm 55 years old. Absolutely ridiculous.

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