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Downtown Indy Nightlife
Slippery Noodle Inn is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

1. Slippery Noodle Inn

8.4
372 S Meridian St (at W South St.), Indianapolis, IN
Jazz and Blues Venue · Downtown Indianapolis · 90 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: It's Indiana's oldest (1850), continually operated bar in the same building, is by far the city's most well-known after-hours attraction.

Howl at the Moon is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

2. Howl at the Moon

7.3
20 E Georgia St (btwn Meridian and Scioto), Indianapolis, IN
Night Club · Downtown Indianapolis · 68 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Dueling pianos and total crowd participation make for a guaranteed riot. Plan to hear everything from school fight songs to current pop tracks.

St Elmo's 1933 Lounge is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

3. St Elmo's 1933 Lounge

8.7
127 S Illinois St (above St Elmo's Steakhouse), Indianapolis, IN
Speakeasy · Downtown Indianapolis · 21 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: A tribute to the end of the Prohibition Era – evokes an elegantly swanky atmosphere. Fall in love with twists to classic cocktails, including the signature "Elmo Cola."

The Libertine is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

4. The Libertine

38 E Washington St (at N Scioto St), Indianapolis, IN
Cocktail Bar · Downtown Indianapolis · 47 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Devotees of the elegant vibe sip frothy, well-shaken Nouveau Carres and Seelbach cocktails in the slender shotgun bar of an elegant brick building from the 1820s.

Ike & Jonesy's is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

5. Ike & Jonesy's

17 Jackson Pl (Meridian), Indianapolis, IN
Night Club · Downtown Indianapolis · 25 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Downtown since 1983, "let's the good times roll" with live music and entertainment all week long.

Claddagh Irish Pub is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

6. Claddagh Irish Pub

234 S Meridian St (at Jackson Pl), Indianapolis, IN
Pub · Downtown Indianapolis · 55 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Claddagh Irish Pub brings the best of Ireland to the States, serving modern twists on the finest traditional cuisine paired with perfect pints of beer in an authentic & friendly setting.

7. Tilted Kilt Indianapolis

141 S Meridian St (Georgia Street), Indianapolis, IN
Pub · Downtown Indianapolis · 60 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: The Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery is more than a restaurant or sports bar. The fun, festive atmosphere makes them the go-to place to watch sports, enjoy a cold beer or hang out with friends.

The Pub Indianapolis is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

8. The Pub Indianapolis

6.7
30 E Georgia St (at Pennsylvania), Indianapolis, IN
Pub · Downtown Indianapolis · 40 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Root for the Pacers and Colts, your favorite college football team, or watch the Indy 500, NASCAR, Big Ten, Women’s Final, and every other sport event on one of the Pub’s 20 HDTVs.

Wild Beaver Saloon is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

9. Wild Beaver Saloon

7.1
20 E Maryland St (btw Meridian & Pennsylvania), Indianapolis, IN
Bar · Downtown Indianapolis · 16 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Wild Beaver Saloon is the place for you. Grab a drink from one of our lovely Beaver Girls, then pick up a microphone and experience the "Best Dam Karaoke Bar" around.

Chatterbox Jazz Club is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

10. Chatterbox Jazz Club

8.2
435 Massachusetts Ave, Indianapolis, IN
Jazz and Blues Venue · Downtown Indianapolis · 43 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Located in the heart of Mass Ave, The Chatterbox Jazz club offers a relaxing setting with live jazz music every night.

Tomlinson Tap Room is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

11. Tomlinson Tap Room

222 E Market St (btwn N Delaware & N Alabama St), Indianapolis, IN
Bar · Downtown Indianapolis · 23 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Tomlinson Tap Room offers an intimate atmosphere as comfortable as your favorite chair—a perfect respite after a long day at work or as a weekend spot to gather with friends.

Rathskeller Biergarten is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

12. Rathskeller Biergarten

8.3
401 E Michigan St (at Rathskeller Restaurant), Indianapolis, IN
Beer Garden · Downtown Indianapolis · 21 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: The Rathskeller’s unique architecture and decor offers the authentic German beer hall experience year round. On summer nights, hundreds of visitors flock outside for live entertainment.

MacNiven's Restaurant & Bar is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

13. MacNiven's Restaurant & Bar

339 Massachusetts Ave (at N Delaware St), Indianapolis, IN
Pub · Downtown Indianapolis · 81 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: They have an impressive local and national, along with seasonal and international specialty brews, MacNiven's also features a rotating draught wine tap.

Front Page Sports Bar & Grill is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

14. Front Page Sports Bar & Grill

310 Massachusetts Ave (at N Delaware St), Indianapolis, IN
Sports Bar · Downtown Indianapolis · 36 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Located in the beginning of Mass Ave, Front Page offers daily food and drink specials. It's a great place to catch All NFL, MLB, NBA and College games that are played on their widescreen TV's.

Bourbon Street Distillery is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

15. Bourbon Street Distillery

361 Indiana Ave (at W Vermont St), Indianapolis, IN
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · Downtown Indianapolis · 81 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: A wonderful destination for Indy’s finest Cajun Creole food and spirits that’s been in the neighborhood for generations. They also have carry-out beer and liquor.

Bluebeard is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

16. Bluebeard

9.2
653 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis, IN
New American Restaurant · Fletcher Place · 60 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Bluebeard libations include a carefully selected list of old and new world wine, 10 beer taps from regional breweries, craft spirits and an inspired cocktail menu.

Plat 99 is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

17. Plat 99

7.6
333 S Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN
Cocktail Bar · Downtown Indianapolis · 18 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: Plat 99 both a lounge and a work of art. Mixologists blend fresh local ingredients into beautiful concoctions, while you snack on artisan charcuterie and regional cheeses.

Indianapolis Colts Grille is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

18. Indianapolis Colts Grille

110 W Washington St (at N Illinois St.), Indianapolis, IN
Sports Bar · Downtown Indianapolis · 67 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: It is the first restaurant tied to the NFL Colts and has 66 HD televisions from 52″to 100". They also feature 40 draft beers, craft beers, 32 wines and specialty drinks.

Elbow Room Pub is one of Downtown Indy Nightlife.

19. Elbow Room Pub

605 N Pennsylvania St (at E North St), Indianapolis, IN
Pub · St. Joseph Historic Neighborhood · 45 tips and reviews

Downtown IndyDowntown Indy: This casual, pub-like atmosphere is perfect for relaxing with friends and cheering on your favorite sports teams or playing a game of pool. Check out their specials all week long.