Fountain Square
Artsy, eclectic, local — the hip neighborhood with character
🚶 5-10 min rideshare from Convention Center
A thriving arts and entertainment district about 2 miles southeast of downtown. Known for its eclectic mix of restaurants, dive bars, craft cocktail lounges, and the iconic Fountain Square Theatre Building with vintage duckpin bowling. Worth a short rideshare from the Convention Center.
Highlights
- Duckpin bowling at the historic Fountain Square Theatre Building (1928)
- The Inferno Room — one of the best tiki bars in the Midwest
- HI-FI live music venue — indie rock, Americana, hip hop, and more
- Eclectic dining from Thai to Italian to hot chicken to gourmet burgers
- Upland Brewing taproom with wood-fired pizza and beer garden
- Vintage shops and local art galleries along Virginia Ave and Prospect St
Restaurants & Bars
Bluebeard
New American / Farm-to-Table
“One of the best restaurants in Indianapolis — seasonal, farm-to-table cooking in a converted warehouse”
653 Virginia Ave
Cocktail Bar / Game Room
“Gatsby-era cocktails and a massive game room — pool, ping pong, pinball, and darts until 3 AM”
1105 Shelby St
Kuma's Corner
Burgers / American
“Heavy metal-themed gourmet burger joint from Chicago — loud music, dark vibes, incredible burgers”
1127 Prospect St
Loco Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
Mexican
“Authentic Mexican food with generous portions and a full cantina in Fountain Square”
1417 Prospect St
Magdalena
New Orleans / Raw Bar
“New Orleans-inspired cocktail bar and raw bar from a celebrated NOLA bartender”
1127 Shelby St
Maialina Italian Kitchen + Bar
Italian
“Cozy neighborhood Italian with handmade pasta and a warm atmosphere”
1103 Prospect St
Red Lion Grog House
British / European
“English-style pub with craft beers, hearty food, and live entertainment in Fountain Square”
1043 Virginia Ave
Revolucion
Mexican / Tiki Bar
“Cantina and tiki bar with creative Mexican food and tropical cocktails”
1132 Prospect St
Siam Square
Thai
“Authentic Thai cuisine that's been a Fountain Square staple for years — 767 Yelp reviews”
936 Virginia Ave
Tiki Bar / Craft Cocktails
“Immersive tiki bar with elaborate craft cocktails — one of the best in the Midwest”
902 Virginia Ave
World Famous Hotboys
Hot Chicken / Fried Chicken
“Oakland's famous spicy fried chicken — halal, brined overnight, and fried to order”
1004 Virginia Ave
Attractions
Fountain Square Theatre Building
“Historic 1928 building with vintage duckpin bowling, live events, and rooftop views”
1105 Prospect St
HI-FI
“Fountain Square's premier live music venue — indie rock, Americana, hip hop, and more”
1043 Virginia Ave, Ste 4