On my quest to keep my business as local as possible, I came upon C&C during the pandemic. They were offering a Corona quarantine package of 12! assorted bottles of wine for $99. (They are still offering a similar special!) You had a choice of multiple reds, whites, roses and even a couple of sparkling choices. It was/is a great deal, and offers the opportunity to enjoy different brands and styles of wine I may not have tried otherwise. Ron, the owner is extremely knowledgeable and can provide you with great recommendations, should you need them! The store is well-organized and offers many different varieties from budget to high-end selections. They also offer a nice assortment of gourmet foods like crackers/cheese/sausage/cookies to accompany your wine choice. Most recently I emailed to see if they could make me a gift basket. Ron responded immediately and said they already had a basket made in my price range with two bottles of their best-selling red and white wine. When I picked it up, I was very pleased with the selection of items included for the price. It's a great deal! read more

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This is a cute spot that I was fortunate enough to find thanks to Yelp. I needed to pick up items for one of the at-home events, and this was one of the locations. The staff is friendly and welcoming and seems very knowledgeable about all of the in-stock products. I love the focus on local items! The store itself is small but mighty, and you'll definitely find something to match your palate. read more

The guys were very nice, knowledgeable and helpful. When they found out they didn't carry the sangria I wanted, they ordered it and arrived next day. Will definitely go back and recommend to any of my wine loving friends. read more

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Where do I even start. Located right off 62nd street by the Pet Supplies Plus sits this little gem. When I first walked in, I definitely thought it was going to be a store full of snobby and high-class (expensive) wine. I've never been more wrong. I went in when the owner was there and he immediately picked me out a wine based off what I likes. None of the wine on the floor is more than $20 a bottle. The average price is $8 -13/bottle which what I normally pay. He tests out all the wine himself (dream job) to ensure quality. The store also has a bunch of grocery store items that you would typically pair with wine, making it a one stop shop. I've gone in a couple times now and the staff is consistently helpful and knowledgable. This place is an under appreciated. I highly recommend the next time you are in the market for great wine from a locally owned shop. read more

I've lived near the Cork & Cracker for 6 months before I ever stepped foot into the store. That's 6 months of wasted time! I can't say anything bad about this store or the owner. Every experience has been great. The employees always try to help you get the best wines. They have a a variety of price ranges from $10+. I suggest liking them on Facebook so you can attend one of their many free tasting events! Highly recommend. read more

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I love the unique layout of this wine shop. Instead of listing regions, the wine is divided into "spice", "sweet", and the like, so it makes (I believe) for a better surefire way to walk away with something you'll enjoy. Their fridge is loaded with great wine pairings (GET THE MUSTARD CHEESE!) and the staff is super nice, too! :) read more

I wondered in here by accident. I was heading to the health spot next door but spotted wine. I detoured and headed inside Cork & Cracker. I was immediately greeted by the guy inside. He asked if I had been there before. I told him I hadn't and he gave me "the tour." The shop isn't very big but they have a nice variety for various price points. If you like a smaller wine spot this is the place to go. read more

I love cork and cracker !!! Such a cute little wine shop and they are very passionate about the wine , and so helpful ! Someone always offers to carry the wine out to my car for me . Plus they do a lot of free tastings and specials ! I just picked up the weekly trio special . I always know the wines are going to taste amazing because they are all personally tasted by the owners read more

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I've never stopped in here because I'm not a wine drinker. However, my interest was piqued after my boyfriend surprised me with frittle and chocolate-covered caramels from Best Chocolate In Town. When I asked him where he got it from, he told me Cork & Cracker. I was curious: what else did Cork & Cracker have inside their shop other than wine and frittle? This seemed like a job for Allison F., self-appointed Yelp Investigative Reporter. I decided to go undercover, using the story line that I needed a frittle fixing (that just so happened to be 100% true). I had the intention of coming in quietly and slyly scoping out the shop, but my cover was blown within seconds of walking through the door (WOMP WOMP). I was greeted by one of the owners at the drop of a hat, and I could tell he was going to be sure that I would walk out a satisfied customer. As it turns out, I'm lousy at going under the radar, but I can happily report my findings. Here's what's inside Cork & Cracker for a non-wine drinker: -Newfangled Confections' frittle and spiced pecans -Endangered Species chocolate bars -Hoosier Mama Bloody Mary mix -Best Chocolate In Town truffles, chocolate-covered caramels, and more caramels -Unchilled bottles of beer - the bottles sit on what appears to be a tall bookcase, and the breweries include Stone, Founders, People's, 3 Floyds, and He'brew. -St. Elmo's cocktail sauce -Local Folks mustard -Smoking Goose Salumi -Tulip Tree cheeses (including beer cheese) -Ludwig Farmstead Creamery cheeses (Fun Fact: this is the creamery Fonz and Laura from Tulip Tree used to work at) In short, one can pick up all of the ingredients for a stellar meat and cheese board, pair it with beer, wine, or a bloody mary, and even include dessert. It's a Broad Ripple business FTW! ...and that's all for today. This is Allison F. signing off. read more

First, I love Byron, but I gotta disagree with his assessment of only 50 wine bottles at the 'Cracker ... They probably have about 120 bottles of wine per rack, and 10 or 12 racks, Cork and Crack definitely has over 1,000 bottles of wine on the floor alone. As for varities--I'm with you there, By. It's probably more like 250-300. Nonetheless, that's still not bad, especially when you throw their decent craft beer selection into the mix. Cork and Cracker just opened a new location on Michigan, but I visit the Broad Ripple location. One thing this location has that that one doesn't: manager Justin Goldstein. He explained the store's thrust: They try to carry some lesser-known wines on the wall next to their claim to fame, an entire floor of $15 or less wines, arranged from crisp, soft whites to big, bold reds. One of their lesser known wines is from the inventor of Cap'n Crunch cereal, according to Justin. On another wall, upscale box wines (yup, it's becoming the rage now--even in Europe) like Cuvee de Pena (88 points from Wine Spectator!) sit complacently. The food is interesting too. Cork and Cracker carries Graffiti Zoo, a line of interestingly flavored chocolates whose proceeds partially benefit the Conservation Endowment Fund of the American Zoo & Aquarium Association. Mosey over to the refrigerator case, and you'll find an array of pate--comically labeled "Contains no foie gras"--To a food lover, it's almost blasphemous to nominally support Chicago's now-defunct ban on fattened goose liver. But I digress. The Cork and Cracker is situated next to a couple of dog-oriented stores, so it's appropriate that they have one last luxurious impulse buy next to the cash register--gourmet treats for your dog, made by their own banker's daughter. read more

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Great local wine store! Ron is so helpful and knowledgeable and has helped me pick out the perfect wines for several different occasions. They offer very reasonable pricing, so it's worth a stop to support local business compared to just picking up a bottle at a grocery store. I have never been disappointed. Cork & Cracker is a wonderful asset to our neighborhood! read more

They have a lot of great wine at really affordable prices (under $20 and many under/around $10). If you have any questions or want help selecting a wine the owners are very knowledge and more than happy to help. They also have a weekly selection of 3 reds or 3 whites that you can purchase for $30, so you can try a lot of new wine at a great price. Definitely worth a stop in if you're looking for good wine or just to expand your knowledge on it. read more

On a recent trip to visit family, they guided me to this gem of a wine shop. The owner was there and is very hands on. More lesser known and interesting wines but there are some usual suspects. Nice import selection as well as rose and serious blends. Small but creative selection of charcuterie and cheeses, excellent prices and deals All the recommendations were spot on and given with no attitude, only the need to satisfy the customer. Wish this shop was in California, they would do very well! read more

My husband and I LOVE this place! We just recently joined their wine of the month club, which is very affordable and so fun! We love getting to try new wines together. I appreciate that their wines are good value buys (affordable and very tasty!) and that the owners/employees take time to explain the wines to you. They do a weekly trio which includes three wines (usually there's a theme) for $30! Such a great deal, and we love supporting this local business. They do seasonal wine tasting events, and various events throughout the month. read more

I really don't understand how a retail outlet can pay the rent by selling only wine. They don't offer free samples, only the advice of the manager. I have bought several reds from here and I have NEVER been disappointed. This must be his secret to success, quality at a good price. The wines are laid out in a way that makes sense and they are easy to see. If I am looking for a earthy dry red blend, they will have several to choose from, but not so many that I cannot make a decision. Definitely not your average wine store. read more

Outstanding! First of all, I have to praise the customer service. I walked in at 8:01 without realizing they closed at 8:00. I apologized, and was ready to leave when the woman at the register told me she'd be happy to stay open. I've had places that roll their eyes when I walk in 10 minutes before closing, so this was refreshing. I promised I would be quick, but I didn't realize how challenging it would be to pull myself away from this adult candy store! The woman explained that all wines located in the center of the store were under $15 and were arranged by style. Wines in racks on the perimeter were pricier. There is a discount for buying a case, so I was happy to find six bottles that looked yummy. This was not a difficult task, as I had a cart full of wine in about 4 minutes. Don't let this place intimidate you. Some people assume coming into a wine shop will be a bad experience unless you are a vino or have $50+ to drop on a bottle. Not the case! They have a variety of options for every budget and will make suggestions if you tell them what you're looking for. I will be back! read more

A boutique wine store with affordable options and a knowledgeable attendant - this is the place to go if you don't know a lot about wine or you want to find wines unavailable in traditional liquor or grocery stores. The wines are sectioned by flavor and price, making it easy to only look for what you like and can afford. There's a small craft beer section, mostly imports I hadn't heard of before. I'm not sure the beer holds up as well as wine so I wonder if they are able to rotate them out frequently. Indiana artisans like Frittle Candy and Fermenti Artisan align the shelves along with gourmet snacks and olives. Salami and duck confit from Goose the Market were enticing options for this meat eater. We were assisted by someone who knew their wines and offered a suggestion for a zinfandel I very much enjoyed. I would like to see them expand and carry more gourmet grocery items. I like the area! read more

This is a little gem in Broad Ripple. Skip the large small stores and come and visit this locally own little establishment. The staff friendly attentive and well versed in wines. Tell them what you like and they will pick it out for you and you will not be disappointed. For those of you who are true wine connoisseurs they have a nice selection that is modestly priced. This is now my wine go read more

If the only thing you know about wine is that you like to drink it, this is the place for you. There is a great selection of highly rated and unique wines priced below $15. The friendly staff take away any intimidation factor in buying wine and offer great suggestions for whatever you're looking for. Easily my favorite place to buy wine in Indy and one of my favorite businesses in general. read more

My favorite neighborhood wine shop. They specialize in good wines for under $15. Or maybe it was $20, but either way it's good wine for good prices. They also have some higher end stuff along the walls if you're looking for something fancy as well as some local cheeses in the fridge up front. You'll often find the owner there, running the register and giving out wine recommendations. Even when Ron isn't there, all of the staff are friendly and knowledgeable about wine and can help you with whatever you're looking for. They might even remember your wine preferences if you go in there enough. I've also sent a couple of friends there who were looking for something specific, and they were able to order it in for them. They're amazing to work with. Stop in and give this local business a visit! read more

I was going to give it 4 stars...but when I was looking up it's address and website to add to the information...it said they have over 400 wines. If you have ever been here, I think you will share my chagrin, that they must be hiding about 350 wines, because I certainly don't feel like they have 400 bottles of wine in the store period, much less 400 different bottles of wine. Alright, now that I have that out of my system, the place is great. They have some great wines that are hard to find at great prices. It is certainly one of the most approachable lists of wine that I have seen, it's a great place for a novice wine enthusiast, if for no other reason than the staff is super helpful and know a ton about their products. They have a cool e-mail list that you can get on to hear about features, new wines and events in the store. Not to mention the cool assortment of wine related products and cheeses to compliment your next picnic or quiet dinner with friends. read more

If you haven't been to this gem in the heart Broad Ripple, you are missing out. They have a great selection of wines, some unique/limited options as well. There is also a selection of meats and cheeses. read more

This is one of the best wine stores in Indianapolis! It has become my "goto" for wine selections. The staff is very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. They are interested in what the customer wants rather than what they want to sell. They even care the wine (I always get a case) to the car for you. As you'll see from other reviews, and their site, the wines are reasonably priced and the selections is very good. If you are a wine lover, you owe it to yourself to stop in and check it out. read more

A wine grocery store. It carries local cheese and meats in addition to a great wine selection. I had a chance to talk to the owner who shared the store's history and upcoming events. I look forward to their 2/25 wine tasting! read more

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My wife and I have been going here since it opened. It's not your typical wine shop for all the good reasons. We've never had a bad wine here. Whether we needed a daily drinker, dinner companion, or a nice celebration bottle, Cork &Cracker has come through! The staff is very helpful (or hands off if you know what you want) and the owner always has a great description of the wine and even friendly conversation or story too! read more

I always drove by Cork and Cracker because I thought that it would be way too expensive! However, I stopped by the other day in search of a certain type of wine and I was pleasantly surprised. I would love to be a conaisseur of all wines under 20 bucks. I think that Cork and Cracker is a great starting place! Stop by if you need a recommendation. read more

I don't go to the big stores to buy my wine anymore, because this place, although having less selection, always has great bottles at reasonable prices. Everything I buy there is great, even if I spend under $10, unlike the big boys which regularly stock overpriced crappy bottles. If you don't like a bottle, cork it, and they'll take it back, even if there is only a glass left (haven't had to do that yet, but corked bottles happen, you know). I don't care what their website says, they sell a wide selection of wines, and I know that their back room is absolutely packed with stuff thats not on the floor. The only reason they don't get 5 stars is cuz i tried to order a case, they said they would call me, and they never did. Staff is VERY helpful!!!!! read more

Super friendly staff that are knowledgable and never make you feel stupid if you do not know about wine. No wine snobbery here. Cooking a particular meal? Stop by and ask them what a good wine pairing would be. For less than $15 you will get a great wine to go with your entree. Also they have a nice selection of local cheeses and meats that are a perfect pairing for your wine selection. read more

Incredibly knowledgeable and PATIENT staff.....great diversity of wines you won't find anywhere else.....very few over $12.00 .. Highly recommended by this wine moron ! read more

If you want a decent bottle of wine without having to search through a myriad of undesirable options, try the Cork and Cracker. They have a large selection of good wine, and they cover the spectrum of price options. The owner is super friendly; he loves to help you find what you're looking for, and he always has a new recommendation. They have an assortment of wine-themed gifts and knick knacks as well as a few local cheeses and meats in the refrigerator. read more

Had some time to kill today so I thought I'd stop in. I've always driven by and wondered about it, and now I wish I'd gone sooner! Fantastic selection of affordable wine, and the staff was knowledgeable, friendly, and super helpful. I'm glad I gave this place a try, and looking forward to attending one of their tastings soon! read more

Don't know anything about wine but wanted to bring some to a party I was going to. After reading yelp reviews I decided to give this place a try. Walked in and told the person working there that I wanted two nice bottles (a red and a white) for someone who is very knowledgeable about wine. He asked my price range and immediately helped me pick. They were a big hit at the party. This place has a great selection of wine in all price ranges and if you don't know anything about wine you will not feel intimidated at all and will get great help! read more

I love this little shop. If they don't have what you're looking for, they have great knowledge on the next best of comparable wine. Want a bottle of white and want to drink ASAP? They also have a machine that will chill it immediately for you!! Love love love!!! read more

This store continues to amaze me- a constant selection of changing wines and price points- most of the store features wines under $15- but you can also find a wall of wines up to $25 and another with wines that are $25 and up. The people who work here, do an amazing job of trying everything that comes into the store. Also they host events around town, and do a tasting every so often in the strip center where they are located. I am looking forward to following them more on facebook. Also the owner writes shelf tags for every wine in the store- so you get an independent view from the big magazine writes! Way to support a Hoosier Store with Hossier Dollars! read more

Great staff to help find the perfect and affordable wine. Terrific selection and an excellent price range for all comers. They have pointed me to several excellent Malbec and Chardonnay. Unpretentious staff and a well designed display make for pleasurable shopping (and later) drinking. read more

Excellent World wine selection at affordable prices. They carry a wide variety of gourmet treats to accompany their wines, including crackers, cheeses, and the best bacon ever. read more

Cork & Cracker is pretty much the only place I buy wine in Indy. Ron, Michelle, and Tim are so friendly and helpful. They are more than happy to help you find something you'll love at a price point you're looking for, even if that price point is "as cheap as possible" like mine usually is. They have a great email newsletter that let's you know about all the awesome events they have (tastings, book clubs, educational events). I almost never leave there without 4 or 5 bottles of great wine. Definitely give Cork & Cracker a visit. read more

We attended a wine tasting at Fire by the Monon on Friday night, sponsored by the local University of Wisconsin Alumni group [a.k.a. IndyBadgers] and hosted by Ashley of Cork and Cracker. What a good time was had by all. Ashley brought selections from Italy, including: Whites [2010 San Pietro Pinot Grigio and 2011 Donnafugata Lighea] and Reds [2009 Masi Modello, 2009 Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, 2008 La Maia Lina Gertrude, and 2998 Passitivo Primitivo]. The selections were excellent, and Ashley's discussion of the wines, the regions, and the tastes/aromas were on point. We had a small group, but there were many who remarked very favorably about the store, the knowledge and helpfulness of the staff, and the selections and price points. We thank Ashley and Cork and Cracker for an excellent event, and Fire for providing an excellent venue. read more

My wife and I had went out for dinner and she found a wine she truly enjoyed. We called around and found that they had the wine in stock. They went over and above to accommodate me and held a couple of bottles aside so I could be assured of having them upon my arrival. They are about 45 minutes away from where I live, but the service and selection is well worth the drive. We will definitely be return customers! read more

This store was great! I know nothing about wine, but needed 3 bottles for a present and the owner was super helpful. He helped me pick out 3 bottles quickly and I will definitely go back again! read more