Some places just have that "let's stay for one more drink" kind of energy…read more Tick Tock Lounge was supposed to be a relaxing afternoon stop, and before we knew it, we'd settled in for hours. We grabbed a table outside and watched the place slowly fill up. Even as it got busier, our waitress somehow never skipped a beat. She was juggling a full section, recommending menu favorites, and even mixed up a drink for me when I couldn't decide what I wanted. Those are the servers you remember. Let's talk about that Bloody Mary... I've seen Bloody Marys that came with a celery stalk. This one came with what felt like an entire appetizer sampler balanced on top. Bacon, cheese, olives, pepperoni...if you leave hungry after finishing one of these, that's on you. Bloody Mary Overachievement Meter: (possibly qualifies as brunch.) The burger completely lived up to the hype. Crispy edges, juicy center, perfectly cooked, and packed with flavor. The hand-dipped chicken fingers were every bit as good, and the fries became dangerous the second they met the homemade ranch. (Yes...get the ranch.) Ranch Dunkability Meter: 9.8/10. I'd happily dip "just one more fry" about seventeen times. Inside, you'll find live music, TVs with whatever game is on, and a crowd that somehow makes you feel like you've been stopping in for years. It's casual, welcoming, and exactly what you hope a neighborhood tavern will be. Parking can be a little tricky depending on the time of day, but it's absolutely worth circling the block once if you have to.

We came on a Saturday night and was seated immediately. Service was super quick and friendly…read more Inside had plenty of seating with condiments on the table. It's got a western ish feel to it with plenty of TVs with games showing. I ordered the All American Steak burger with all toppings available and pepper jack cheese. It did not disappoint. For $11 for everything you see here???? That's an amazing deal. The pepper jack was also had some good kick to it which I especially liked. This is a repeat for sure. Edited to say the Bloody Mary comes with a whole stalk of celery, a skewer of olives/cheese/pepperoni, and tater tots. It's massive and truly like a meal all by itself.

This is a friendly and reasonable bar that's A bit local. Most of the clientele are both blue and…read morewhite collar workers. So if you want a bat with some grit this is a good place. They don't suffer fools but they treat you like a local when you come into town now and then.

Great place to relax and have a chat with old and new friends. Taaaco Tuesdays need to become a…read moremore frequent trip for us. Good prices for anywhere in urban Indy.

Neat vibes either day or night. Coffee chat, study session in an inviting space during the day. Or…read moremysterious intimate air at night. Drinks are top notch either with or without alcohol. Service is spunky as well. This place is just my cup of fun.

Really enjoyed my first visit to The Alchemist! Such a great vibe with outdoor seating, parking in…read morethe back and what appeared to be a full bar for later in the day. Gotta love that & We stopped in during the morning and they had breakfast sandwiches along with bakery items from Rosie's Place in Noblesville -- including their famous gooey cookies, which was a fun local touch. I had a chai tea latte that was excellent and also tried the Golden Glow, one of several healthy energy/wellness shots they offer. Great atmosphere, good drinks and a nice mix of coffee shop, breakfast spot and neighborhood hangout. Definitely a place I'd come back to!

Fowling (noun) fowl-ing: The hunting or trapping of wildfowl…read more Google "fowling definition" and this is what you'll find. Google simply "fowling" and you learn about this odd sport where you combine football and bowling. Just now. Right NOW as I'm writing this, the word fowling finally made (sort of) sense. Football + bowling = fowling. Now I'm even pronouncing the word different with a long "o" sound versus the "ou" diphthong. I had to Google that, too, but once I saw diphthong, I knew it was going in my review. You're welcome for the 5th grade grammar lesson. Please redeem your Pizza Hut personal pan pizza for your hard work. Ok, fowling. It has nothing to do with trapping birds or teaching birds of prey to land on your arm (that's falconry). Nope, it's a game you play with friends and beer. The setup is more like cornhole, but you use bowling pins and throw, that's right, a football. Someone was clearly drunk when this game was invented. But what a great way to bring a group of people together! The Fowling Warehouse specializes in the game of fowling, but has several other activities to enjoy as a group: pool, darts, a few arcade games and a golf simulator. I may go back just for the golf simulator. This is the real deal, a full Trackman set up. It was pretty sweet. Those simulators can be a little intimidating at the PGA Superstore, but it's tucked away in the corner at the Fowling Warehouse where you can shank balls and not feel like a fool. Mostly. There are also two bars and you can order pizza and boneless wings. The bar has a nice selection of beers on tap. They use the magnet cup system where the cup fills from the bottom. My favorite thing was seeing multiple signs on the bar that warn you that if you push the bottom of the cup, you will get wet! And I smiled devilishly thinking about curious people testing their luck with the cups and losing every time. For me, I enjoyed a couple glasses of this blood orange IPA. Delicious and refreshing. The Fowling Warehouse isn't exactly my jam, but I think it's the kind of place that is perfect for a certain crowd who enjoys games and likes a new challenge. And they can handle a large party! If you are looking to try a new sport that feels like it was invented by someone who lost a bet, this place is for you! I kid, but the Warehouse is nice and clean and large! The service was good and everyone seemed to have a great time. Seems like a pretty good spot for your next party if games are your thing! Please note: No birds were injured during the writing of this review.

Recently visited Fowling Warehouse for a work team building event. I had no idea what to expect…read more Parking was a bit of a mystery. There was a sign in front of the business pointing you to turn down a steer for parking; next block there is a huge parking lot but no signs saying you can park there for fowling, BUT, it was abundantly marked that cars will be towed. Since there was nothing else around, I assumed it was the right place and parked. Of course I briskly walked to fowling to inquire if I was in the correct space. I was, whew. Those towers can really work fast. Fowling is in a warehouse with other businesses, hence the name. It is huge. We were on lane 32, I believe so there's at least 32 lanes. There is also a corn hole area. There is a bar where they have a decent variety of adult beverages. I went with 3 Floyd's warpig, a hazy ipa. It was really good. The important aspect of fowling is not eating or drinking there, but to interact with the people your with. Sure you can win a game, but the fun is the game itself and the camaraderie with a drink. Our leader looked up the rules prior and explained them. You take turns throwing a football at bowling pins, one set of pins on each end of the lane. There are two lines to throw from, our group guys threw from back and women from front. I watched a group next to us, both men and women threw from front line, it didn't appear to give anyone an advantage. I don't know if the pizza place is part of fowling or a separate business, but we got pizza from Bonk Pizza. It was ok, it was enough to say we were fed. I'm glad I did this and would go again.

We visited Mayfair on Thursday for the Damien Center's 32nd Annual Dine Out for Life. It was only…read moreour second time in but I'm so glad we came. Mayfair is a quaint space that definitely feels at home on the East side. The decor is as eclectic as the clientele, but you'll feel warm and welcome no matter who you are. The food was delicious and the staff were extremely friendly. Also, as a sober guy, I appreciated their wide selection of NA beers. Whether you're a regular or a newbie, you'll be welcome at Mayfair.

I'M PISSED! That…read moreI've been living on/near the east side over 5 years and just now wandered into Mayfair. It's a perfect neighborhood pub. The food is amazing. Dog friendly patio! The staff is so kind and welcoming. I would attach a picture of my food but I devoured it. I'm so excited to spend summer nights here! I'm genuinely upset it's taken me this long to check this place out. Don't make my mistake.

Love the vibe of this spot, causal walk up and get a number ordering system. Full outdoor beer…read moregarden with picnic tables and a dog area. The spritzs are awesome and unique and we loved the chicken sandwich, can't wait to try the burger and soft serve next time. Decor is nostalgic and 10/10, everyone was super cool and chill vibes all around. Can't wait to go back!

I was at the Public Smokehouse located across the street for a tinned fish tasting event. We were…read moreadvised that it is permissible for us to pop over to Natural State Provisions for adult libations and order it for the patio. They would pour it into a plastic cup, and we could bring our drinks over to the event with us. I love this set up. We love a good spirit to go with our noshes. The vibe was upbeat and vibrant on the patio. In contrast, the inside was somewhat dark and moody. The drink menu consisted of lots of local brews, some wine (none were sweet), and mixed drinks. I opted for an Old Fashioned ($10) and my friend had a Lime Margarita ($10). The drinks were the perfect accompaniment to the bits and bites we were enjoying over at the smokehouse.

One of the best speakeasies in Indianapolis! They recently completed a renovation, and the expanded…read morespace is a huge improvement. The lounge is much larger now, with additional seating and a cozy lounge area in the back featuring comfortable couches. It feels much more open while still keeping the intimate speakeasy atmosphere. This is one of my favorite places for craft cocktails because there's always something new to try. Their menu changes seasonally, so even if you've been before, you'll usually find new creations alongside their signature cocktails. The drinks are true works of art, both in flavor and presentation. On my most recent visit, I tried a cocktail off the Pride menu called the Stonewall, and it was absolutely delicious. It had a beautiful pink color, and I loved the glass it was served in. The presentation is always top notch. Service was good. The drink was also only $10, which is pretty cheap for the quality compared to other places. We didn't stay long this visit, but it's always one of my go to spots to relax, catch up with friends, and enjoy expertly crafted cocktails. An added bonus is that you can order food from Goodfellas Pizza and enjoy it while you're in the lounge, making it an even better experience.

This is a nod to speakeasies of the past. It's not as difficult to get in, though. No password…read morerequired. Just walk into the Goodfellas Pizza and go to the left. Or walk in through the patio doors on the outside to the left. Once inside you're greeted by dark wood and leather everywhere. And whiskey. Lots of whiskey. They have several whiskey flights available at different price points. Come on Fridays when all the whiskey flights are on sale.

Great little drinking place, $3.50 for a Coors Banquet stubby? I'm in. $5 minimum for card so have…read morea few and enjoy the vibes.

Shi-Kay is our favorite bar on the eastside! The drinks are impossibly strong and cheap! And the…read moreservice is unmatched. Kristie and Jackie are friendly and will remember your name and your drink! Their front facade is kind of architecturally brilliant. I love the sign, the awning, and the pull right up, get right out, look of the place. Once you've gone a few times, you start to feel like family. The only downside is they have no kitchen. But they have a popcorn machine and snacks! You can also order food to be delivered or bring something. And sometimes on Sundays, the bartenders bring in a dish and a crockpot, open to the patrons. Sometimes, you can catch someone grilling on the patio. But what they do have are pool tables, plenty of dart boards, tvs, a jukebox, pull tabs and live entertainment. I think every Friday and possible another day of the week, they have karaoke. The place has plenty of charm but really we go for drinks! Also, they definitely take credit cards

To begin the customer service from beginning to end was stellar…read more The food (please see pics) was delicious and well presented. The ambiance was peaceful and serene. We opted to sit outside because it was a beautiful night. I can't wait to return. The DJ!!! Let's get into her!!!! She had us rocking in our seats!!!!! she was jamming!! Techno, Afro beats, Latin... it was great!!!!!! Definitely will return!!!

Unfortunately, Piedra was underwhelming for me…read more The decor inside is absolutely stunning. It gave me Lisa Vanderpump vibes. Clearly they poured their heart into designing the restaurant as it is eccentric & elegant. I just wish the food had been worth the high price tag. We started with the complimentary chips and salsa. The chips were borderline stale, while I only tried the salsa, it was good and had a nice kick to it. We also ordered the guac and queso. The first round of chips on both were stale and it wasn't until she brought us more chips, that we finally got fresh ones. Both were typical guac and queso though. I ordered the enchiladas and requested all cheese as I don't eat meat. There was absolutely zero flavor to the ranchero sauce. I tried it by itself and it simply tasted like nothing. I had not eaten all day so I ate as much as I could until I was full and took the rest home for my husband. He also said they were bland. Finally, we looked at the dessert menu and I did order the tres leches cake. $17 was probably the most I've ever paid for a dessert and it was also fine, but nothing crazy. Our table didn't get cocktails, as we are all pregnant so nothing to judge there. We are supposedly getting one of these in fishers, so while I might give it another chance up here, unless the experience is completely different, I will likely not return.

bistro club -- 9/10: loved the bacon and dijonnaise for a creamy and smoky flavor. the pickled…read moreonions complimented the overall taste really nicely and the chicken was super flavorful and cooked well. the brunch menu is really diverse but there is no service at these hours. the workers were pretty nice in the little interaction i had with them. overall a pleasant experience and i would definitely add daisy bar to my list of places to take friends when they visit/or just mix into my rotation when i'm in the area.

Had a great experience at Daisy Bar for breakfast so knew I wanted to come back and try dinner…read more Started with the Brussel sprouts from their specials menu - fabulous! Crispy with a kick! I love ordering something like this that I wouldn't be able to recreate at home. The Green Chili Falafel was another great pick. Shared with my sister and it was plenty of food. And once again YOU MUST TRY THEIR FRIES! The Daisy cocktail was simple, like a margarita, but had great flavor - lots of lime! I was curious about the Windsor sling since it has so many strange ingredients but was very yummy - nice little mezcal drink with a slight spice. Big fan of Daisy Bar and look forward to seeing what new things they come up with to try in the future!