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Broad Ripple Bars

admin — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 17:12:54 +0000

Broad Ripple has many different bars, for lots of different people. The area should not just be associated with early 20′s bars, dance clubs. There is a bar in Broad Ripple for just about everyone, every occasion and every mood. Some visitors head to the Ripple early and others prefer the late night feel. The bars close at 3 AM every night of the week, except Sunday when closing time is Midnight.

Finding a cab after the bars close is always easy as several will be waiting outside the bars on Broad Ripple Avenue. If you leave on the weekend at closing time, you might want to assume you might have to wait up to 10 minutes in order to catch a ride.

Clubs
Pubs and Dives

Sports Bars
Entertainment

Clubs
Landsharks 810 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 254-8157	Red Room 6335 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 257-1344	Rock Lobster 820 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 253-5844
Upper Room Martini Bar 929 E. Westfield Boulevard Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 253-8101	Vogue 6259 N. College Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 259-7029
Pubs and Dives
Alley Cat Lounge 6267 Carrollton Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 257-4036?	Barley Island Restaurant & Brewhouse 701 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 257-5600	Broad Ripple Brew Pub 840 E. 65th Street Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 253-2739
Broad Ripple Tavern 745 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 257-6030	Chumley’s Beer House 838 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 466-1555	Connor’s Pub 6331 Ferguson Street Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 255-5039
Gg’s Bar & Grill 5701 East 71st Street Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 595-8900	Mineshaft Saloon 820 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 253-5844	Moe & Johnny’s 5380 North College Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 255-6376
Monkey’s Tale Bar 925 E. Westfield Blvd. Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 253-2883	Peppers, Ltd. 6283 N. College Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 257-6277	Plump’s Last Shot 6416 Cornell Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 257-5867
Union Jacks Pub 924 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 257-4343	Usual Suspects 6319 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 251-3138	Wellington Pub 6331 Guilford Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 255-5159
Wild Beaver Saloon 723 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 722-0687	Z’s Pub 5018 E 62nd Street Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 253-6344
Sports Bars
Average Joes Sports Bar 814 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 253-5844	Brothers Bar & Grill 910 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 252-5530	Old Pro’s Table 827 Broad Ripple Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 255-5417
Entertainment
Crackers Comedy Club 6281 N. College Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 255-4211

Broad Ripple Live Music, The Vogue Theater

admin — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 12:02:11 +0000

Below is a list of upcoming shows at the Vogue Theater in Broad Ripple! Please use these links to buy tickets for upcoming shows at the Vogue Theater. They will take you directly to the page to buy tickets for each show!

The Vogue Theater is Broad Ripple’s Hottest Concert Spot!

Find tickets for sale @ BroadRippleTickets.com for upcoming Vogue Concerts

The Jazz Kitchen: Jazzing Up Broad Ripple

admin — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 12:27:10 +0000

Think you have to go all the way to New Orleans for some good jazz? Well think again. Broad Ripple’s very own Jazz Kitchen has all the incredible local and national jazz you could ever need. In fact, Down Beat Magazine voted the Jazz Kitchen as one of the top 100 jazz clubs in the world. You can find something musically fantastic almost every night of the week at The Jazz Kitchen.

So you’ve got your jazz, but where are you going to eat your dinner? You guessed it – the Jazz Kitchen has amazing food inspired by recipes from around the world. They’ve got steak, seafood, vegetarian, and pasta dishes. How’s this sound for a mouth watering appetizer: two jamaican patties, two crab cakes, two taquitos, and 4 grilled shrimp? Yum – my! They serve dinner Monday-Saturday beginning at 5 pm. Their food is really some of the best in Broad Ripple, so make sure you check it out. They also cater, so if you’re looking for a unique food option for your next event, contact the wonderful staff.

Another really cool thing about the Jazz Kitchen is their blog which you can find on their web site. The staff are great at keeping it current, and it often features articles about upcoming shows, events, and even new and tasty menu items. The blog also includes videos, links to artist information and music, and so much more.

The Jazz Kitchen is located at 5377 North College Avenue in Indianapolis, IN. You can reach them by phone at
(317) 253-4900 or check out their web site for an extensive list of upcoming events – www.thejazzkitchen.com.

Locals Only Lets the Amateurs Have the Stage

admin — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:26:38 +0000

Locals Only is an awesome music venue located at 56th and Keystone in Indianapolis. It hosts several great shows by local bands and comedians, as well as national acts. You can eat there, too! Their bar is stocked with great beers, wines, liquor, and sake; and you can find sandwiches, pizza or appetizers to fill you up.

One of Locals Only’s best attributes is their support of local talent. On Wednesday nights around 8 pm, local musician Jethro Easyfields hosts an open mic for musicians. Although they welcome everyone, they encourage you to bring your original material. Stop by on Wednesday nights to sign up.

And if you’re a comedian, check the web site for their open comedy mic show where you can get up and test out your new material. Or, if you think you’re funny, and you’ve never performed, head to Locals Only and let the crowd decide.

Locals Only is located at 2449 East 56th Street. Check out their web site at http://localsonlyindy.com/ for up-to-date event information.

The Red Room in Broad Ripple, A Broad Ripple Bar that Aims to Please

admin — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:36:22 +0000

Not your average Night Club! The Red Room is off the Broad Ripple beaten path but certainly not forgotten! This trendy night club offers a sophisticated evening experience with a not to be missed salsa night. Happening every Wednesday night The Red Room offers salsa classes from 6-9pm. Setting the rhythm for the evening is DJ Shawn Juan. Make sure not to miss out of a chance to show off your newly found salsa style. If you are looking to jump start your weekend Thursday night is the night for you! Bring your friends out to share in $0.50 Miller Lite Drafts, $1.50 Domestic Beers, $3.00 Well Drinks, $3.50 Smirnoff Vodka, $3.50 Captain Morgan, $4.00 Jager and Cherry Bombs. Sounds like a party to me!!!

Where to find the Red Room:

6335 Guilford Ave

Indianapolis, IN

317-257-1344

Broad Ripple Tavern and Restaurant, A Classic Tavern in Your Backyard…

admin — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:40:21 +0000

Broad Ripple Tavern offers guests the chance to let loose with friendly game of pool, or perhaps some darts. On a Friday or Saturday night you will find this local hang out packed from back to front with shots toasting, chugging contests ensuing and an overall feeling of weekend fun! Not only are they known as a drinking hot spot but they offer guests a chance to grab a quick bite before starting a night of consumption. Broad Ripple Tavern has been Broad Ripple’s most visited bar on the strip, with a diverse crowd and a promised good time you can’t go wrong making the Tavern a stop on your weekend evening out.

Broad Ripple Brewpub, Homemade Beer with a Kick!

admin — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:44:58 +0000

The Broad Ripple Brewpub was the first Brewpub and one of the oldest microbreweries in Indiana. Nuvo and Indianapolis Monthly have awarded this brewery Best Brewpub voted by readers every year since 1996. In my opinion I always seem to enjoy myself when attending The Broad Ripple Brewpub. I have found their food to be very diverse and very vegetarian friendly. Besides the great food and service their beer stands alone and promises to keep your pallet happy while exploring the different flavors this local Brewpub have to offer!

The Upper Room Bar and Dance Club located above Broad Ripple Steakhouse

admin — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:50:17 +0000

The Upper Room known for its quaint atmosphere is located above Broad Ripple Steakhouse and offers an amazing selection of Martini’s as well as other vivations. The Upper Room is unique in the fact that they assume it is part of the restaurant down below but in fact The Upper Room is an entirely separate place to cut loose. Offering life music on the weekends from local DJ’s amongst the occasional live performance by local artists, if you were not planning on hitting a dance floor you are now. The Upper Room does not offer drink specials but what they do offer is your drink to be made to perfection.

Where to find the Upper Room

929 East Westfield Blvd.

Indianapolis, IN

317-253-8101

Hours of Operation

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 7 pm-1am ,
Friday & Saturday 7pm-3am
Closed Sunday and Monday

The Alley Cat, Broad Ripples Number 1 Dive Bar

admin — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:44:34 +0000

Broad Ripple has a number of bars located right on Broad Ripple Avenue and the Alley Cat is just shy of making the grade. Located literally in an alley just south of Broad Ripple Ave. you will find college students, Harley Davidson enthusiasts, pierced body parts, tattooed flesh, and laid back attire. No matter which stereotype you fit all are welcome at The Cat (referred to by the locals).

Rock Lobster Broad Ripple’s Bar and Dance Club For All Ages

admin — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:46:52 +0000

Broad Ripple Bar and Night Club Rock Lobster named after the popular B-52′s song from the 80′s. Rock Lobster has been quenching Broad Ripple’s thirst since 1993. Starting their reputation with Broad Ripple as an 80′s bar they have now come to be known as a Broad Ripple Ave icon. This is no longer your average bar “The Rock” (as many locals would say) promises to offer great drink specials and an FUN overall atmosphere. If you plan on attending “The Rock” be prepared to wait in line, being it is a definite hot spot on the strip people line up to enjoy what this Broad Ripple classic has to offer.

Where can I find Rock Lobster?

820 Broad Ripple Ave

Indianapolis, IN 46220

317-253-5844

Thinking about heading up to “The Rock”

Hours of Operation
Sunday – Wednesday (Special Events and Live Entertainment)
Thursday, Friday, Saturday: 10pm-3am

Once you make it to the front Rock Lobster does not charge an entry fee. Drink specials for the weekend are as follows:

Friday
$1 Drafts While They Last…
$3.25 Miller Lite Bottles
$4.00 Well Brand Mixed Drinks
$5.00 Captain Morgan
$5.00 Ketel One
$5.00 Smirnoff Flavors

Saturday
$1.00 Highlife (7oz. Ponies)
$3.25 Coors Light Bottles
$5.00 Smirnoff Flavors
$5.00 Crown Royal

If you are looking to have a corporate party or just celebrate your birthday this is a great bar to ensure a most excellent time!