If you are caught in the Indianapolis City Market and want a place to chill out, then the Tomlinson Tap room offers you respite. It provides a comfortable place to relax and unwind with mugs of chilled craft beer. A fun place to hang out with friends with the bar providing a relaxed ambiance. The bartenders are also knowledgeable about the brewing process and are always eager to answer questions. Additionally, they offer growler fills of their best brews, in case you wan't to take some home for later.
Fountain Square Brewing is a leading microbrewery in Indianapolis, in addition to being a local favorite. What sets their beer apart is meticulous handcrafting with the right amount of passion and scientific lineage. The tap room occupies an old automobile repair shop and displays local artwork on its walls. Select from pints of Pilsners, ales and more made on site. And if you don't know what to try, don't be afraid to ask for a sampler; they'll be more than happy to comply. Occasionally,there are tastings, festivals and live entertainment for beer aficionados in the community.
Twenty Tap is the perfect place to go if you like your beer in a pint glass but you're sick of the lack of selection at normal bars. That's because this Indianapolis establishment boasts over thirty different craft beers, all on tap, from breweries all across America. And when you need something tasty to go with that frosty brew, you can order a great selection of delicious foods from their bar menu, like beer-battered cheese curd or shrimp po' boy. Just remember to come in early on game day because, when there's sports on the TV, this place fills up fast.
In the heart of Broad Ripple, a few leisurely blocks from the main drag, Broad Ripple Brewpub is serving the people of Indianapolis. While many area watering holes are all about high-energy partying, this brewpub offers a more relaxed environment to sip your suds. The atmosphere is warm and comforting in the style of a classic English pub. Enjoy their homemade brews and maybe a plate of food from their extensive menu while watching sports above the bar or hanging out with friends. They're even kid friendly, with a full children's menu so the whole family can enjoy the pub. See website for beer details, food menu and more.