Wholesale District

Sports bars, breweries, game day energy

🚶 5-10 min walk from Convention Center, adjacent to Lucas Oil

South of the Convention Center toward Lucas Oil Stadium. This revitalized warehouse district is the go-to for game day dining and nightlife. Steps from Lucas Oil Stadium and Bankers Life Fieldhouse.

Highlights

  • Game day atmosphere for Colts, Big Ten Championship, NFL Combine
  • Breweries and sports bars
  • Close to Victory Field (Indianapolis Indians baseball)
  • Pan Am Plaza connects to Convention Center

Restaurants & Bars

American / Blues Bar

“Indiana's oldest bar (since 1850) and the best live blues in the city — a must-visit Indy institution”

372 S Meridian St

Sports Bar / American

“Open until 3 AM with cold beer and solid bar food — the go-to late-night spot on Meridian”

255 S Meridian St

Iozzo's Garden of Italy

restaurant $$$

Italian

“Old-school red-sauce Italian in a family-run South Meridian landmark — the garden patio is a hidden gem”

946 S Meridian St

American / Bar Food

“Massive menu, strong drinks, open late — the go-to post-event hangout for convention crowds”

201 S Meridian St

Milktooth

restaurant $$$

Brunch / New American

“Nationally acclaimed brunch — named one of America's best new restaurants by Bon Appetit”

534 Virginia Ave

Nesso Italian

restaurant $$$

Italian / Coastal

“Upscale coastal Italian with handmade pasta — a newer addition to the downtown dining scene”

339 S Delaware St

American / Entertainment

“Eat, drink, and play — bowling, karaoke, arcade games, and full restaurant all under one roof”

120 S Meridian St

Shapiro's Delicatessen

restaurant $

Deli / Jewish

“Legendary Indianapolis deli since 1905 — corned beef, matzo ball soup, and strawberry pie”

808 S Meridian St

Gastropub / Craft Beer

“Craft beer gastropub with 40+ taps and elevated bar food — a reliable downtown staple”

141 S Meridian St

Italian

“Budget-friendly Italian in a historic building — perfect for families and groups on a budget”

210 S Meridian St

Sports Bar / American

“Wall-to-wall screens and every game on — the ultimate sports watch party bar downtown”

140 S Illinois St

White Castle

restaurant $

Fast Food / Burgers

“The original slider — open late, cheap, and a Midwest fast food institution”

55 W South St

Hotels

“Sleep in a converted Pullman train car inside historic Union Station — connected to Convention Center via skybridge”

123 W Louisiana St

“Solid convention hotel adjacent to Lucas Oil Stadium and connected to the Convention Center”

350 W Maryland St

Omni Severin Hotel

hotel $$$

“Historic luxury hotel across the street from Union Station — a downtown Indy landmark since 1913”

40 W Jackson Pl

The Alexander

hotel $$$

“Boutique art hotel in the Autograph Collection — modern design, walkable to everything downtown”

333 S Delaware St

Parking

“South entrance to Circle Centre — escalator access to the mall and skywalk system”

26 W Georgia St

“One of the cheapest garages downtown — $8 max daily rate”

101 N New Jersey St

Pan Am Plaza Garage

parking $$$

“Large garage between the Convention Center and Lucas Oil — entrances on Capitol Ave and Illinois St”

201 S Capitol Ave

“Best daily rates near the Convention Center — max $18 for 24 hours”

301 S Meridian St

“Skywalk-connected to Gainbridge Fieldhouse — solid option for Pacers games and events”

155 S Delaware St

“Skybridge to JW Marriott — great for Victory Field and Convention Center west side”

401 W Washington St