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Imbibe

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Retro joint with Gatsby-era craft cocktails, local draft beers & bar bites, plus a game room. People often mention night, great, time,


Address

1105 Shelby St, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Website

fountainsquareindy.com

Contact

(317) 687-4857

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (288 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 5 PM to 3 AM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 5 PM to 3 AM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 5 PM to 3 AM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 5 PM to 3 AM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 5 PM to 3 AM
  • Tuesday: 5 PM to 3 AM
  • Wednesday: 5 PM to 3 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: night (7) great (7) time (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 4/5 Rio M. 1 year ago on Google
    I stopped here towards the end of a drunken night to grab some food with friends. I didn’t realize this was such a popular spot in Fountain Square! The only reason I’m giving this a four is because I need to try other food! Will definitely be back though. Photo 1: Wings These wings were delicious! I wanted to try their dry rub to see how it compared to other dry rubs I’ve had and I was not disappointed!! I would highly suggest!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 George D. 1 year ago on Google
    Shocked I haven't reviewed this place until now. I first visited Imbibe around 2010. My friend Tom brought me there because I couldn't find a place in town to make a good Sidecar. This is back when the side room on the left was open. Needless to say, they're one of three places in town that made a great Sidecar and still do. (The Ball and Biscuit, and the Brass Ring Are the other two). Everything is reasonably priced here, and there's nothing pretentious. I'd give these people your money. The game room upstairs is free and a great addition but I tend to stay downstairs for the drinks.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Driver M. 3 years ago on Google
    Imbibe was friendly, multi level place in a classic theater building. Pool hall, social up stairs, good space to chill, game room and tunes. We tried the house smoked pork nachos. Look forward to exploring the roof top during the warmer season.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 L K. 1 year ago on Google
    A very chill and laid back environment. There's a couple of pool tables, pinball machines, and other cool games to play, which cost$. Also the food & drinks are ALWAYS on point. ✌️😎👍
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tina K. 1 year ago on Google
    I go for the game night they have every 2 weeks. Very chill vibe. But lots of fun people come out to play. I was new and everyone made me feel welcomed! Drink selection is good and I enjoy the burger on the menu. Also, I am not a huge tater total fan. Usually places cook them too soft and the cook here makes them crunchy and perfect every single time! I come here to have tater tots and don't eat them any other place! Great food and the bartender Casey is the best! Funny & personable!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Courtney B. 10 months ago on Google
    The worse bar in FOUNTAIN SQUARE! They have people make fake reviews! It’s really NOT 5 stars!! Don’t even waste your time!!!! I would give them 0 stars if I could. They have a new bartender and he’s absolutely TERRIBLE. The big blonde hair guy with the bifocals!! & the drinks are way OVERPRICED!!! Used to frequent this bar all the time but will not be returning!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Shaun F. 11 months ago on Google
    I want to give this bar 5 stars so bad but the service ruined everything! The food, atmosphere and music were on point especially for a low key Thursday night. The bartender, JC couldn’t be bothered to check on us or look us in the eye at any time during our visit. If you’re not a regular at this bar you are made to feel as if you’re intruding. We checked out early and went to a friendlier bar called Sam’s that was way cooler, cheaper and had an incredible bartender named Dylan who saved our night. Unfortunately we won’t be back to Imbibe.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 CHRIS R. 1 year ago on Google
    This is one of the best spots to go pre-party on turkey day happy birthday to me on Saturday. Gonna be partying it up downtown Indy all weekend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Phil P. 1 year ago on Google
    Average bar downstairs with great home made garlic knots and white queso cheese. Has a excellent game room upstairs
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 danyelle h. 2 years ago on Google
    The atmosphere is really nice and cozy. My husband and I came here for the first time. The bartenders were very short. They looked miserable lol and acted as if they were agitated whenever someone ordered. The food ….. very sad. Worst than average bar food. I was so looking forward to this place based off the pictures online. So much potential for this bar.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Josh E. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice little bar, it is a nice place to grab a drink. It is not a loud, crowded bar.

  • 4/5 Carol M. 1 year ago on Google
    Love the service ordered a tenderloin was really big but really thin I will not order that again my girlfriend ordered a grilled chicken and was happy with that and we also had a sampler which included an earrings and jalapeno poppers chicken wings and I can't remember what else but that was excellent

  • 5/5 Aaron H. 4 years ago on Google
    Great spot for food, drinks, and fun! Laid back atmosphere and great drinks. Staff is very friendly. Have pool upstairs and tables to sit and lounge. Would recommend the fried and garlic knots.

  • 4/5 Sequoya J. 10 months ago on Google
    Pretty cute bar… definitely need to do better as far as security but like 90% of the ppl who work here are amazing people! Def a vibe

  • 4/5 Madison M. 1 year ago on Google
    Stumbled in here to extend a drunken night after the Slippery Noodle. We were ecstatic to go upstairs to scope the game room out. Lots of pool tables open and available for enjoyment. We played a few games and hung around. The place was clean and everyone was lowkey and minding their business. Every time I’ve been, l’ve been glared at by a hipster. In my humble opinion it’s a part of the experience of Fountain Square as a whole, so don’t take it personal just know they hate you for not having a septum piercing. Judging by the photos on here, it looks like they have great food. I look forward to coming back!

  • 5/5 Ash H. 5 months ago on Google
    I came to play bored games with my friends. Staff was friendly and food was good. I loved that they still had Halloween decorations up the Monday before Thanksgiving. It was very spooky.

  • 1/5 Taz C. 4 months ago on Google
    I went here on a night they had vendors selling art and jewelry. One of the vendors was a girl selling earrings, I thought they looked cool so I asked if I could try one on. Before I could get it in my earhole the earring broke. When I handed it back to the vendor she started crying and I started to tell her it was ok and that I still liked them and thought she could fix it quickly. All of a sudden 2 big security guys come out of nowhere and tell me I have to leave, grabbing me and pushing me down the stairs. I had bo choice but to go with them despite me begging and pleading my case that everything was cool and that I didn’t do anything. They threw me out on the sidewalk and told me never to come back, all because an earring i was trying to buy broke. That’s the end of the story and it is the end of me ever going back to this god awful establishment. The bartenders suck too they have the worst attitude.

  • 5/5 Ryan S. 5 months ago on Google
    The big blonde hair guy with the bifocals always does a great job whenever I come here!! Highly recommend this place. Definitely a bar that stands out in the Indy area!

  • 5/5 Matt M. 5 months ago on Google
    This place is great. Haddie is the hardest worker I have ever seen. She absolutely deserves a raise for what she does in one night. Can’t believe she runs it by herself with success.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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