AJ's Lounge

AJ's Lounge is a special gem in the city. Originally located off Indiana Ave, it relocated to S. Meridian street. There is a small parking lot and parking on the street. Some folks park according the street at the church, but use your own discretion!Inside is small, but plenty of seating. There is an electronic jukebox machine with tunes always playing. Service can be sorta slow depending on how many people are in there. But the wait is worth it! They have a pretty good stock of liquor options and when I tell you the drinks are STRONG, but affordable! The food is good, especially the fried fish! I wish they had an option to buy the fish or tenders al a cart, but oh well! Also, the women's bathroom is very clean!

My lady and I stopped here on th way hom for a drink. We were first surprised by how plsant th ambience was; there are whit table cloths and a full nice worn bar. The place is immpcably decorated. They even have perfume for use by the patrons in th bathroom.We got there before 6 and were told that the kitchen don't open till 6; but they were nice bough to give us potato chips as a hold over. We were served by Gwen tho owner who's Aj's daughter. She tells us that Aj's is the oldest black owned bar in the city. They have a nice garden area in the back and we are told that this place gets pretty popular on the weekends.It's hard to describe the authenticity you can feel in this place. But I implore you to check it out!

AJ's is a hidden gem. Gwen and Madeline are very sweet. The decor and ambiance are nostalgic and it gives an old school feel. The music was good, drinks are heavy, and the fried fish is amazing! I'd go just for the fish alone!

This was such an unexpected surprise! For as long as I've lived in Indy, I love that there are still places that can surprise me.AJs is hidden to many, but a favorite for those who are "in the know." The locale is clean, welcoming, and the perfect place for to spend time with friends. The staff is friendly and helpful, and make one feel at home. The food is perfectly seasoned, and the cocktails have generous pours. This is definitely a place that's worth a visit!

This is exactly the type of atmosphere that I've been looking for.The crowd is my speed as well as my age.The drinks are incredible and the staff is even more incredible!The capper though is the live music Friday and Saturday nights!!You have to check AJ's out....

I was seriously craving chicken wings and fish. I did not want the ordinary and wanted some entertainment with my good. I got a tip on AJ's because we were downtown. Although it had only a few reviews, I figured let's check it out.The food is good. I mean really worth the hassle of going downtown. They do have pretty decent parking out front and you may be able to park next door if the business next door is closed.The drinks are strong and simple. You know, the premixed margaritas, dark spirit and soda, white spirit and soda types. Don't expect to them to make you a complicated cocktail because they will not know how to or have the ingredients on hand. If you prefer your drinks neat or on the ice, you will be good to go.The bathroom is clean and not outdated so they get a star for that. The staff is nice so another star is granted. The food is really good so another star for that. The place is nice inside and they usually have musical entertainment so another star for that. A total of 4 stars for AJ's is definitely right on point. If their bartenders could make more than simple drinks and if they had ingredients on hand for higher end cocktails I would have given them another star. Go for the food and music...and strong drinks if that is what you are looking for.

I'm not sure why my reviews are disappearing! I KNOW I reviewed and posted pictures after my birthday lunch January 2016! I've checked in several times since then Warm and friendly bar that's divvy sheik! The drinks are well poured, live music on the weekends and a fabulous juke box during the week. Your "typical bar food offerings. My favorite is the chicken wings cooked well done and the catfish!

Hubby and I love coming here for after work drinks and food or weekend date night!!Located on the outskirts of downtown, friendly atmosphere. We love the catfish, fries, wings, stiff drinks, did I type catfish, wings and drinks?!The ambience is intimate but can be party style. The music is eclectic and controlled at your fingertip via an app or right at the jukebox! There is outside seating on a nice cool fall day or hot sunny if you like the heat. I never have complaints and love the superb customer service.Hubby likes to indulge in crown and crown and coke ;) and I, tequila sunRISE!Don't be shy, stop by and tell Ms. Gwen I sent you! I love how we can hang here alone or with our in-loves!See you soon!

Little hidden gem. Nice interior. Great bar. Serves bar food. Don't let S. Meridian being torn up stop you from visiting. Parking available behind bar, across the street at Sacred Heart and more.

Great service and a hidden gem. Very good catfish and perch. A slice of Indianapolis history. Give this place a try.