The best bars & nightlife in Greenwood

28 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Enduring hangout for American fare & a massive beer selection in a space accented with antiques.

8811 Hardegan St (Indianapolis)

Enduring hangout for American fare & a massive beer selection in a space accented with antiques.

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Plat 99

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Chic, artful lounge in The Alexander with artisanal cocktails, small plates & wine.

333 S Delaware St (Indianapolis)

Chic, artful lounge in The Alexander with artisanal cocktails, small plates & wine.

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Casual brewery featuring an extensive selection of beers, from IPAs to stouts and sours, as well as bar grub and pizza.

1140 IN-135

Casual brewery featuring an extensive selection of beers, from IPAs to stouts and sours, as well as bar grub and pizza.

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Arty cocktails & small plates served amid pendant bulbs, a copper bar & a speakeasy vibe.

331 Massachusetts Ave (Indianapolis)

Arty cocktails & small plates served amid pendant bulbs, a copper bar & a speakeasy vibe.

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Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

2299 N Morton St (Franklin)

Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

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The Alchemist

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Hip drink destination known for specialty coffee during the day and craft cocktails at night.

1660 Bellefontaine St (Indianapolis)

Hip drink destination known for specialty coffee during the day and craft cocktails at night.

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Nightclub offering cocktails, small plates & cigars to a jazzy beat against a vintage backdrop.

20 N Meridian St (Indianapolis)

Nightclub offering cocktails, small plates & cigars to a jazzy beat against a vintage backdrop.

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Books & Brews

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A range of seasonal brews are poured at this funky craft beer & bookstore venue.

9402 Uptown Dr #1400 (Indianapolis)

A range of seasonal brews are poured at this funky craft beer & bookstore venue.

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Casual, late-night bar with signature cocktails, beer, and wine, plus limited food options.

250 West Main Street

Casual, late-night bar with signature cocktails, beer, and wine, plus limited food options.

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Antilogy

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Comfortable eatery and lounge offering coffee, brunch, and shareable plates.

5867 N State Rd 135

Comfortable eatery and lounge offering coffee, brunch, and shareable plates.

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Almost Famous

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Trendy spot for American eats (including vegan fare), coffee, cocktails and live acts.

721 Massachusetts Ave (Indianapolis)

Trendy spot for American eats (including vegan fare), coffee, cocktails and live acts.

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Relaxed restaurant offering Mexican plates such as tacos and burritos, plus margaritas.

188 W Jefferson St (Franklin)

Relaxed restaurant offering Mexican plates such as tacos and burritos, plus margaritas.

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The Willard

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Set in an 1860s building, this veteran bar offers pub fare such as burgers & pizza, plus craft beer.

99 N Main St (Franklin)

Set in an 1860s building, this veteran bar offers pub fare such as burgers & pizza, plus craft beer.

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Twin Peaks

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Sports-bar chain known for its waitresses, serving American comfort food in lodgelike surroundings.

600 Greenwood Park Dr N

Sports-bar chain known for its waitresses, serving American comfort food in lodgelike surroundings.

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Ale Emporium

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Down-to-earth sports bar offering homestyle cooking like chicken wings, pizzas & burgers.

997 E County Line Rd B

Down-to-earth sports bar offering homestyle cooking like chicken wings, pizzas & burgers.

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Ralston's Drafthouse is winning brunch this week with a scratch-made lineup that swings from Angel Biscuits and Gravy to decadent Elvis…

635 Massachusetts Ave (Indianapolis)

Ralston's Drafthouse is winning brunch this week with a scratch-made lineup that swings from Angel Biscuits and Gravy to decadent Elvis French Toast, and if you’re plotting a get-together soon, their room rental setup makes hosting friends or coworkers a whole lot easier.

From the Indianapolis newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Gather 22

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Gather 22 hits that sweet spot between kid-friendly and treat-yourself, pouring legit espresso in the morning and shaking crafty cocktails…

22 E 22nd St (Indianapolis)

Gather 22 hits that sweet spot between kid-friendly and treat-yourself, pouring legit espresso in the morning and shaking crafty cocktails at night. Slide in for chef-driven brunch with breakfast pizza, then come back for grilled pizzas at lunch and dinner, because weeknight cravings are real.

From the Indianapolis newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Solely Wine

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Solely Wine champions small producers with a curated lineup of low-intervention bottles and by-the-glass pours that actually taste like…

1106 E 16th St Ste 100 (Indianapolis)

Solely Wine champions small producers with a curated lineup of low-intervention bottles and by-the-glass pours that actually taste like where they’re from. Drop in for tastings, casual classes, and weekly happenings, then snag a bottle for the couch later...

From the Indianapolis newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Mass Ave Wine

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Mass Ave Wine nails the sweet spot of curated, affordable bottles you can sip by the glass or share by the bottle, alongside charcuterie,…

878 Massachusetts Ave (Indianapolis)

Mass Ave Wine nails the sweet spot of curated, affordable bottles you can sip by the glass or share by the bottle, alongside charcuterie, artisan pizzas, and small plates. Friendly guidance, local art, and non-alcoholic options make it an easy weeknight hang on Mass Ave.

From the Indianapolis newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Famous TV comics draw laughs at this stand-up comedy club with a variety of American eats.

10 W Georgia St (Indianapolis)

Famous TV comics draw laughs at this stand-up comedy club with a variety of American eats.

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House-brewed cider & light eats in a historic building with high ceilings & rustic charm.

1301 E Washington St (Indianapolis)

House-brewed cider & light eats in a historic building with high ceilings & rustic charm.

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Teams of improvisers compete during this show for all ages, which also offers classes.

3808 Shelby St Ste 1 (Indianapolis)

Teams of improvisers compete during this show for all ages, which also offers classes.

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Casual bar and restaurant featuring burgers, chicken wings and pizza, plus an outdoor patio.

141 S Meridian St (Indianapolis)

Casual bar and restaurant featuring burgers, chicken wings and pizza, plus an outdoor patio.

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Speakeasy-style bar serving classic cocktails and local fare in a space that's hard to find.

1542 S East St (Indianapolis)

Speakeasy-style bar serving classic cocktails and local fare in a space that's hard to find.

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Touring bands, comedy acts & an in-house burlesque troupe entertain nightly at this revered venue.

1116 Prospect St (Indianapolis)

Touring bands, comedy acts & an in-house burlesque troupe entertain nightly at this revered venue.

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Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.

3815 E 96th St (Indianapolis)

Upscale chain serving New American fare paired with house-label wines in a contemporary setting.

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New American outpost with a patio serving wines, brews & seasonal fare in a warm, upbeat setting.

402 E 16th St (Indianapolis)

New American outpost with a patio serving wines, brews & seasonal fare in a warm, upbeat setting.

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Pizza and other New York-style eats along with beer and cocktails, served in a comfy, speakeasy-style space.

545 Massachusetts Ave (Indianapolis)

Pizza and other New York-style eats along with beer and cocktails, served in a comfy, speakeasy-style space.

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