The 10 Best Food & Drink in Indianapolis, Indiana (IN)

October 8, 2021 Matilde Konrad

High-speed, history and good old Hoosier hospitality are a few reasons to put Indianapolis on your list of great getaways. Sports is another. From the legendary Indianapolis 500 to the Pacers and the Colts, the city offers ample opportunities to view professional and amateur sporting events, take part in athletic events and visit sports museums. At the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Hall Of Fame Museum you can tour the famous track (try to reserve tickets if there is a race in town) or visit the museum dedicated to automobiles and auto racing. Other sporty museums include the NCAA Hall of Champions. To get in on some of the action, head to SportZone which features six acres of indoor athletic facilities the whole family will enjoy. Those less interested in sports, or with kids in tow, can still find tons to do in and around the city. History, art and other cultural attractions abound. Visit the Children's Museum or checkout the zoo. Stroll along cobblestone streets past 19th-century buildings in the Lockerbie Square District or visit any number of historic landmarks. Known as the "Crossroads of America," more interstate highways bisect Indianapolis than any other city in the country, making it an exciting and easily accessible destination.
Restaurants in Indianapolis

1. Taste Indy Food Tours

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5.0 based on 46 reviews

Taste Indy Food Tours

Taste Indy Food Tours is the Indianapolis metropolitan area's source for food tours, culinary events, pub crawls, and corporate team building events that bring together history, architecture and cuisine in a variety of different venues and historic neighborhoods. Our Food tours and events have been featured in numerous magazine and newspapers, including The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, the Indianapolis Star, the Washington Post, the Boston Globe, The Baltimore Sun, and Bon Appetite Magazine.The circle city is undergoing a culinary awakening; Indigenous cuisine mixes with progressive, while authentic ethnic enclaves continue to grow in number. The heart of the city, fully rejuvenated, teams with excitement, nightlife, and fantastic dining options. We want to open your mind and palette, show you the architectural highlights, and recount the rich history Indianapolis has to offer.

2. Indy Brew Bus

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5.0 based on 360 reviews

Indy Brew Bus

The Indy Brew Bus - Indianapolis’ original brewery tour - is a fun way to visit four local, craft breweries! Tickets start at $30 per guest and include beer samples, supplies for drinking purchased beer on the bus, a personal sampling scorecard, a guided tour and more! Tours offered Thursdays – Sundays starting from Downtown, Broad Ripple, Greenwood and Carmel locations. Cider and craft breweries available!

3. Indy JoyRides

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5.0 based on 14 reviews

Indy JoyRides

For an unforgettable adventure with friends old and new, hop on an Indy JoyRides party bus and let the good times roll while we drive you to drink! Our tours take you to the hottest breweries, distilleries, and wineries in the Indianapolis area, from downtown and Broad Ripple to Carmel and beyond.

4. HandleBar Indy

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5.0 based on 530 reviews

HandleBar Indy

Indy's only 16 person, pedal-powered pub on wheels offering 2 hour tours of Downtown Indy on our 8 Original Amsterdam-Build Beer Bikes, all with electric assist! Grab 15 of your friends (or ride on one of our individual seat tours), load up a cooler (beer and wine OK!) and pedal your way around Indianapolis on your very own bar on wheels. It's truly a pedalin' party that will show you the best Indianapolis has to offer!

5. Drinking with Beers

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Drinking with Beers

First-class tours for beer enthusiasts. Explore local history, culture, and beer on Indianapolis's most fun and unique drinking adventure! Tours guided by Amy Beers, Certified Beer Server in the Cicerone® Program. For a complete list of tours and availablilities, please visit our website.

6. Katsumi's Teaching Kitchen

6446 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46241-3025 +1 317-431-4153 [email protected] http://katsumikitchen.wixsite.com/katsumi
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Katsumi's Teaching Kitchen

Learn how to make authentic Japanese dishes like Sushi, Miso Soup, Pot Stickers, Fried Rice, and Teriyaki Chicken are a few of the dishes you can make with confidence. There is also a Vegan class, Bento making class, and other Sushi classes as well. Private parties and Team Building sessions are also avaiable.

7. Metazoa Brewing Company

140 S College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202-4004 +1 317-522-0251 [email protected] http://www.metazoabrewing.com
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5.0 based on 35 reviews

Metazoa Brewing Company

ABOUT USOUR TEAMFAQSANIMAL + WILDLIFE ORGANIZATIONSCONTACT USBUY DISPOSABLE KEGSON TAP NOW METAZOA BREWING CO DRINK BEER. HELP ANIMALS. 5% of Metazoa's profits are donated to animal and wildlife organizations.​ NEW WEBSITE AND ONLINE STORE COMING SOON... ABOUT US At Metazoa Brewing Co, balance is our guiding philosophy. A craft brewery in the heart of downtown Indianapolis, we create a wide range of true-to-style traditional ales and quirky experimental styles - always easy drinking, but big on flavor. Since day one we've donated 5% of our profits to animal and wildlife organizations to give back to the planet that gives us beer. Drink Beer. Help Animals.

Reviewed By 138kathyh - Plainfield, United States

This was my first time visiting. It was a warm, sunny Sunday in April and there were SO many dogs! The dog park was awesome. Beer was reasonable with a big variety. Lots of people talking and having fun while the dogs played. If you live near here, it's a great place to venture out to.

8. Guggman Haus Brewing Co.

1701 Gent Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202-2158 +1 317-602-6131 [email protected] https://www.guggmanhausbrewing.com/
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Guggman Haus Brewing Co.

All beer is brewed on site in the basement of the "Haus". Beers include the hefeweizen, pilsner, milk stout, brown ale, New England IPA and American IPA. Seasonals and experimentals are available on a rotating basis. Feel free to ask for a brewery tour highlighting the interesting racing past of the property! Sandwiches and large pretzels available. You can also bring in your own food! Numerous board games are available, along with corn hole on nice days. 21+ ONLY and pups allowed outside. Cheers!

9. Flat12 Bierwerks

414 Dorman St, Indianapolis, IN 46202-3648 +1 317-426-5851 [email protected] http://flat12.me
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4.5 based on 41 reviews

Flat12 Bierwerks

Attached to the Flat12 production facility, our downtown Indy tap room is a popular place for people to enjoy pints and flights of limited releases, seasonal or their favorite Flat12 core beer. Carryout is always available on fresh-as-it-gets draft and packaged product (including Sunday!) The taproom offers the cozy, relaxed atmosphere of a rustic lounge with an outdoor biergarten, fire pit and seating area. From comedy shows, live music, seasonal parties, community meet-ups, specialty tappings, and brewery tours, there is always something going on at this Indy brewery. Flat12 is also the home of Hoagies & Hops— a sandwich shop featuring authentic Philly hoagies and cheesesteaks, with creative spins on Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania Dutch specialties. Visit the all ages dining room for a pint and a bite!

10. Buck Creek Winery

11747 Indian Creek Rd S, Indianapolis, IN 46259-1056 +1 317-862-9463 http://www.buckcreekwinery.com/
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4.5 based on 49 reviews

Buck Creek Winery

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