FURBALLS WELCOME
Here's where the real dog park is the entire city, featuring seven pet-friendly hotspots where you can enjoy quality time with your four-legged bestie. From craft breweries to farm-to-table restaurants, Indy offers a diverse range of establishments that welcome both humans and their canine companions.
Hotel Tango Artisan Distillery
Metazoa Brewing Co.
Fountain Square Brewery
Taxman Brewing Co.
Petite Chou Bistro & Champagne Bar
Fire by the Monon
Flatwater
BREWERIES AND DISTILLERIES
Hotel Tango Artisan Distillery
702 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203
A craft distillery that welcomes four-legged friends year-round in their indoor tasting room. | Find out more
Famous For:
Year-round indoor dog access (a unicorn in hospitality)
"Doggie Distillery Tour" with bacon-infused vodka treats (non-alcoholic, don't panic)
Winter fire pits with shared blankets for humans and pups
Secret Hacks:
Ask for the "K9 Old Fashioned" – bone broth cocktail for dogs with wagyu fat rim
Flash your pup's Instagram to unlock the secret "Barktender's Choice" menu
Metazoa Brewing Co.
140 S College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202
A craft brewery with a mission to help animals, featuring its own dog park. | Find out more
Famous For:
On-site dog park with agility course and "Beer Belly" mud pit
5% of profits fund animal rescues (order the "Hoppy Howler" IPA)
"Yappy Hour" featuring dog-safe beer and treats
Secret Hacks:
Whisper "Who's a good boy?" at the bar for a free doggy bandana
Join the "Mutt Club" for exclusive pet-parent perks and brew releases
Fountain Square Brewery
1301 Barth Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203
A dog-friendly craft brewery in the heart of Fountain Square. | Find out more
Famous For:
Leashed dogs allowed inside the taproom
Water bowls and treats available for furry patrons
Spacious outdoor patio perfect for people and pup watching
Secret Hacks:
Ask about their rotating "Pup of the Month" featured on social media
Bring your own dog toys to liven up your visit
Taxman Brewing Co.
310 S. Delaware St., Indianapolis, IN 46225
A farm-to-table gastropub with Belgian-inspired craft beers and a dog-friendly seasonal patio. | Find out more
Famous For:
Belgian-style craft beers brewed on-site
Locally-sourced, seasonal farm-to-table menu with a Belgian twist
Historic 1850s livery building renovated in 2019
Secret Hacks:
Ask about their rotating "Pup of the Month" featured on social media
Check their events calendar for dog-themed nights and fundraisers for local animal shelters
Whisper "Who's a good boy?" at the bar for a surprise treat for your furry friend
GOOD EATS AND GOOD PUPS
Petite Chou Bistro & Champagne Bar
823 E Westfield Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46220
A quaint French bistro with a dog-friendly patio and special canine menu. | Find out more
Famous For:
Sunday "Yappier Hour" with $5 pup-tinis (chicken broth + whipped goat yogurt)
Off-menu "Barkuterie Board" – duck jerky, sweet potato crisps, and peanut butter-stuffed antlers
Staff keeps a drawer of spare leashes and poop bags
Secret Hacks:
Ask for the "Parisian Pup" treatment – a spritz of dog-safe cologne and a beret
Seasonal "Pupsicle" flavors rotate monthly – ask your server for the secret flavor
Fire by the Monon
6523 Ferguson St, Indianapolis, IN 46220
A trailside tavern offering comfort food and a pup-approved patio. | Find out more
Famous For:
Unseasoned steak scraps served in dog-approved "dirt bowls" (BYO shovel joke)
Hidden water station beneath the neon sign – look for the pawprint tile
"Lost & Found" bulletin board for mismatched tennis balls
Secret Hacks:
The "Monon Mutt Mist" keeps pups cool on hot days – just ask the bartender
Bring your own frisbee for impromptu games in the adjacent green space
Flatwater
832 E Westfield Blvd, Indianapolis, IN 46220
A canalside eatery with a spacious dog-friendly deck and live music. | Find out more
Famous For:
Summer dock diving lessons (unofficial) during Tuesday trivia nights
"Floating Food Bowl" system for kayaking dogs
Secret stash of freeze-dried minnows behind the bar
Secret Hacks:
Ask about the "Puppy Paddle" – a dog-friendly mocktail served in a collapsible bowl
Weekend "Bark & Brunch" features a rotating menu of gourmet dog meals