Updated AUGUST 2025.
Drinks in hand, friends in tow—now all you need is the right spot to kick back.
Whether you're chasing skyline views, cheap beers, or somewhere that lets your dog tag along, these patios deliver.
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Mass Ave / 401 E. Michigan St.
German food, live music, and outdoor seating—need we say more? The Rathskeller is an Indianapolis icon. On the weekends, you'll pay a cover charge to get into the Biergarten, but it's always memorable and worth it!
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Fletcher Place / 1102 Fletcher Ave
With technically three patios, we've gotta mention Sam's. Delicious pizza and unmatched vibes for those warm summer nights. Sam's also comes complete with a heated patio that's perfect for late Fall and Winter! Don't forget to say hello to the house kitties as well.
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Downtown / 110 E. New York St.
Classic arcade games, craft beer, themed cocktails, and outdoor games - 16-Bit is great for any group outing! Two levels filled with classic games you haven't played in years will have you feelin' the nostalgia. 16-Bit is also dog-friendly!
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SoBro / 5310 Winthrop Ave., Suite B
Broad Ripple's first Texas-style BBQ joint - located right off the Monon with games, music, and firepits! Another great dog-friendly spot that's a must-visit this summer.
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Fountain Square / 1201 Prospect St.
With nine locations around the state, it's impossible not to mention Upland. We had to call out the Fountain Square location on this one, though, for its remarkable patio.
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Fletcher Place / 621 Virginia Ave.
Voted Indiana's #1 Dive Bar - great food, great drinks, great views. Just a quick hop and skip from downtown - Dugout is great if you want to escape some of the business of the city, for a moment at least. Filled with locals, TVs with all the games, and friendly bartenders, don't skip Dugout Bar!
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Fletcher Place / 140 S. College Ave.
This dog-friendly brewery offers a delicious selection of locally brewed beer, events happening almost daily, a dog park, AND they donate 5% to animal and wildlife partners. You can also soak in beautiful views of downtown.
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Mass Ave / 922 Massachusetts Ave.
A beautiful, women-owned cocktail bar with a hidden gem of a patio located right off Mass Ave! Such a luscious, green space that you'd probably never guess is in the heart of Indianapolis.
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Mass Ave / 707 Massachusetts Ave.
This might be one of the less obvious ones on this list, but Metro has great food and a great patio! The Metro patio is a great place to chill out during the day or grab dinner before a night on the town.
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Market District / 310 S. Delaware St.
Located on the south side of downtown, Taxman Brewery offers its signature craft beers along with a delicious menu!
Near Northside / 2147 N. Talbott St.
Smash burgers, boozy milkshakes, and a beautiful patio - what more could you need? Stop by for a nice outdoor lunch or plan in advance and snag tickets to an upcoming drag brunch!
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Noblesville / 1618 S. 10th St.
All four Bier Brewery locations are amazing in their own way, but today, we want to shout out their Noblesville location's Biergarten. Complete with a playground, a members-only dog park, a mug club, and much more, Bier Brewery Noblesville is great for all to enjoy.
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Various Locations
Who doesn't love taking their dog out with them? Check out these dog-friendly patios around town!
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