I’ve pulled together a list of dog-friendly eateries & breweries in various Indianapolis neighborhoods and surrounding areas! I recommend calling ahead if you’re unsure about a pet-policy, or to make sure the patio is open.
For Beer Drinkers
Flat 12 Bierwerks
414 Dorman St., (317) 635-2337, flat12.me
Hands down home to one of the best back patios in the city, FLAT12 is a product of time-tested home brewing. Stop by for a delicious lineup of house beers, frequent visits from food trucks, and entertainment. You know a place will accept your fluff ball when they have a hashtag for its canine visitors, #DogsofFlat12.
Indiana City Brewing
24 E. Shelby St., (317) 643-1103, indianacitybeer.com
Indiana City enjoys creating innovative brews based on traditional styles using their small-batch, hand-crafted approach. The brewery is located in the historic ‘Bottling House’ of the Home Brewing Company on the east side of downtown.
Fountain Square Brewery
1301 Barth Ave., (317) 493-1410, fountainsquarebrewery.com
It all started when a couple of chemists put their heads (and passion!) together to do one thing: craft great beer. Located in the hip, funky Fountain Square Cultural District, the owners converted an old warehouse into a most dazzling soda pop fountain-esque brewery.
Twenty Tap
5406 College Ave., (317) 602-8840, twentytap.com
Craft beer bar and restaurant. Dogs allowed outside the gate on the patio.
Moe & Johnny’s
5380 N. College Ave., (317) 255-6376, moeandjohnnys.com
When weather permits, their outdoor patio is big enough to handle a good crowd and very pleasant from morning to late night. It’s dog friendly, so don’t think you have to leave Fido at home (they even supply water and a nice spot to lie under your table).
Union Brewing
622 S. Rangeline Road, Carmel, (317) 657-7338, unionbrewingco.com
A walk on the Monon can quickly turn into kicking back with a beer at Union. Union serves real ales hand crafted two barrels at a time using time-honored traditions and natural ingredients.
Triton Tap
915 Broad Ripple Ave., (317) 500-5074, tritontap.com
With a spacious tasting room and a glorious outdoor, dog-friendly patio, Triton is one heck of place to bring a group. This Broad Ripple favorite serves more than a dozen house brews and some of the best homemade root beer in the city. Triton’s special reverse osmosis filtration system ensures better water, hence better beer.
Chilly Water
719 Virginia Ave. Suite 105, Fletcher Place, (317) 964-0518, chillywaterbrewing.com
Modern brewpub with a lofty feel offering ales & lagers along with panini & hummus, with live music. The patio offers a nice break while walking the dog.
Scarlet Lane Brewing
7724 Depot St., McCordsville, (317) 336-1590, scarletlanebrew.com
CEO and brewer Elise Lane brings girl-power to the Indy brewing scene at this McCordsville-based brewery just east of Indianapolis.
Flatwater Restaurant
832 E Westfield Blvd., (317) 257-5466, flatwaterbroadripple.com
Flatwater Restaurant features American food and build-your-own Bloody Mary Sundays. Dogs are welcome on the waterfront deck.
For Wine, Spirit Drinkers
Mallow Run Winery
6964 W. Whiteland Road, Bargersville, (317) 422-1556, mallowrun.com
The patio, deck and lawn offer plenty of space for leashed dogs. You may even spy the winery’s black lab Cooper. (Note: Dogs aren’t allowed during ticketed concerts.)
Hotel Tango Whiskey
702 Virginia Ave., 46203 (Fletcher Place), (317) 653-1806, hoteltangowhiskey.com
Hotel Tango Whiskey is a craft distillery currently offering rum, vodka, and gin. Other spirits the distiller will offer in the future include whiskey, moonshine and Limon cello. Hotel Tango Whiskey is a dog friendly establishment and offers tours of its operation upon request.
La Margarita Restaurant and Tequila Bar
1043 Virginia Ave., 46203, (317) 384-1457, www.lamargaritaindy.wordpress.com
Let’s not kid ourselves. Every great meal ends with a shot of fine sipping tequila and that timeless culinary reminder: True love is only one Burrito Azteca away.
Have you visited any of these eateries or breweries? How was your experience? Do you have a favorite pet-friendly spot that didn’t make the list?! Tell us about it!
