The Whistle Stop

Came here from out of town after the convention center at 930pm on a Saturday with wife and two teenagers due to a lack of other available options. It probably wasn't the best move taking 15 year olds to a bar, but we were starving from a long day, and they let us in. LOLI'm glad we stopped in! The food was good, the service was excellent, and the dive bar atmosphere was welcoming. Looks like a great place to watch a big game with a few friends over a beer and dinner. I'm shocked it wasn't busy in there at all on a Saturday night, maybe because temps outside were brutal.Not sure I'll have the chance to return, but I wish I had one near home!

Fun. Simple menu. Food comes out fast. Beer is cold. Right by stadium. Love this place.

I've been here a couple times, on different days, and it's never been too busy. The service can be hit or miss, but the food is great for bar food and the drinks aren't super expensive. It's very dark inside and has different levels of seating areas, but we always like to sit by the front window and people watch.The pizza rolls are such an amazing find- reminds me of my childhood, but are elevated to be even better. The brisket fries are insane. So much food! They have the gooey, melty cheese that you want on top of loaded fries. The fact that they are waffle fries and not regular fries really kicks them up a notch and allows the toppings to get into every nook and cranny for the perfect bite. Part of our group will also always get wings, but I didn't remember to take a picture. They are perfectly crispy and really flavorful, so I recommend those as well!This is just a short walk from Gainbridge and is open late, so I recommend The Whistle Stop as a ~pit stop~ for a snack and one more drink before ending your night if you went to a game or event!

This is a great bar just south of downtown Indy. They have an incredible bourbon selection, great drink prices, and high quality bar food. It's got very cool "dive bar" aesthetics inside, too. The bartender was super friendly, quick, and very attentive. Finally they also have touch tunes!10/10 this is a great bar. You definitely want to check it out.

The duck wings were really good. Yes the actual wings from actual ducks. More places should serve these things.

What a fabulous little gem of a find! My friend Ann and I had a day to kill in Indy after the Taylor Swift concert. Knowing nothing about the city, we had a Lyft drop us downtown so we could explore. We happened upon this little dive that had a big sign, "SWIFTIES WELCOME". As a Swiftie, we felt welcome! This building has a lot of history, and is the perfect spot to post up for some bar bites and drinks. Our bartender, Lila, made our day! We had so much fun chatting with her. She was knowledgeable and incredibly warm. There were only a few of us in the bar, and she easily kept us all serviced with a smile. Lila, you are a gem! Hope to see you next time we're in indy. PS. They're famous for their bloody Mary's, which were dope, and the cheese curds are unique but tasty. Loved this bar over a chain establishment. Highly recommend!

I had no idea what to expect when we came here. It was definitely more of a dive bar than I had expected and pretty small (I wasn't even sure we had the right place at first from the outside.), but I'll take a small dive bar any day over the large, painfully loud, cover-charging sports bar we had originally wandered into (and quickly left). The friend I was with is a singer and was beyond thrilled that there was karaoke. We had an awesome time here last night. It was exactly what we were hoping for -- a fun, laid-back place to celebrate & unwind after our band's late-night gig was over. The bartender was friendly, the drinks were very good, and the waffle fries were well-seasoned & absolutely delicious! We'll most likely be back after the next time our band plays nearby!

When downtown Indy calls your name you go here!!!! Smelling like you would expect...this divey watering hole promises a great vibe packed with all walks of life! I've never had a bad time here and word of advice to "newbies" it tends to get super busy before and after games. It is beside Lucas Oil Stadium and can at times receive a slew of homeless strange people wandering the streets. There is street parking if you are lucky but don't forget there is a parking lot beside the building. This establishment has kept me hostage because I was having such a good time! I have missed concerts and birthday parties because the music was good, and the vibe was even better! So if you find yourself looking for a "divey"-cool spot check it out!

Was in town for the Olympic swimming trials at Lucus Oil and wanted a traditional dive bar to grab an app and cold beer. Happened to catch the owner Rob sitting at the end of bar. We had a great conversation about the bar and so much more. Rob even brought out a couple of his favorites which included duck empanadas and homemade butter pecan ice cream. It was such an experience- definitely the best we had in Indy. We like everything from the 5 star restaurants to good old fashion dive bars like this one. Cant beat good people and cold drinks. The Whistle Stop is the best - don't miss out.

We stopped at The Whistle Stop for lunch and drinks before the Taylor Swift concert on 11/2. This place has a great atmosphere, great food and great drinks! They had a special event menu, fantastic homemade ranch and great drink pours! You will not be disappointed! The staff participated in the Swiftie Hooplah! And let's not forget our server, Christy. She was phenomenal! She delivered efficient, personalized service! I'm her new bestie (Jennifer, player #1). Make The Whistle Stop Inn a stop when you're downtown. You will not regret it!!!!!