Cheers: In The Spotlight
SINCE 1938, Sam’s Silver Circle has served thirsty patrons from a character-laden building just off Shelby Street, pouring beer and shots through a world war, a pandemic, and the transformation of...
View ArticleThe Slippery Noodle’s Haunted History
The Slippery Noodle Inn at 372 S. Meridian St. has been a consistent presence in Indianapolis since its opening almost 200 years ago. It’s Indiana’s oldest bar to still operate in its original...
View ArticleThe Feed: Bluebeard Reservations, Igloo Dining, Pots & Pans Goes National
The dining room at Bluebeard. Credit: Tony Valainis/Indianapolis Monthly A big change is in the works at Bluebeard. The lauded Fletcher Place restaurant has long been a first come, first served spot,...
View ArticleThe Feed: Turchetti’s Pivots, Turntable Debuts, Shin Dig Lands
Orangily owners Kristin Patrick (left) and Andrea Marley (right) Credit: Tony Valainis/Indianapolis Monthly Loren’s Alcohol-Free Beverages is no more. The no-ABV bottle shop with two locations in...
View ArticleTaste Test: Tart Me Up
Guggman Haus Brewing Co. Made with Oregon-sourced fruit puree, wild yeast, Madagascar vanilla beans, and milk sugars, Guggman’s Cranberry-Tangerine Sour has earned a loyal fan following. 1701 Gent...
View ArticlePins Mechanical Co. Debuts Movie-Inspired Drinks
WHETHER YOU’RE A fan of ’80s teen dramas, sci-fi comedies, or romantic musicals, Pins Mechanical Co. has crafted a drink to match your movie taste. The popular old-school entertainment venue has...
View ArticleThe Feed: Rene’s Rises Again, Festiva Changes Hands
The facade of Festiva. Credit: Indianapolis Monthly Rene’s Bakery is set for a triumphant return. The wildly popular Broad Ripple bakery founded by Albert Rene Trevino went dark in July after Trevino’s...
View ArticleSwoon: Meat Cute
“EVERYBODY LOVES meat,” Solo Pizza owner César Acosta says of his bestselling pie, the Solo Meat. The Neapolitan-style pizza is made with dough fermented for 24 hours, which makes for a springy,...
View ArticleNew In Town: Rosemary & Olive
ROSEMARY & OLIVE might be the Indy dining scene’s answer to The Avengers. The cozy Italian restaurant comes from the trio behind some of our most reliable spots: George Stergiopoulos of Meridian...
View ArticleFoodie: Japhi Singh Of Sabzi Mandi & Tadka
BORN IN northwest India’s Jalandhar, Punjab, Japhi Singh grew up interested in bodybuilding and sports, particularly kabaddi, a popular style of wrestling played in teams. Kabaddi took him to...
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