Updated May 2023.
Finally, something to wine about.
This one's for all of you wine-o's out there - these are some of the best spots to drink wine in Indianapolis no matter the season.
Downtown / 50 W Washington St
This cozy spot on the ground floor of the Conrad Hotel boasts a selection of over 100 wines. The entire selection is available by the taste, glass or bottle - making for one of the largest selections in the world for wines-by-the-taste. It's been voted Best Wine Bar by the Indy A-List three years in a row. Bringing someone who's not into wine? Don't fret - they've got a dandy selection of craft beer and other spirits as well.
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Mass Ave / 520 Massachusettes Ave
LouVino offers chef-driven, southern-inspired cuisine and a selection of curated wines from around the world! Serving brunch, lunch, and dinner, everything on this menu will have your mouth watering. Chef Elliot Checinski definitely knows what he's doing.
Broad Ripple / 2126 Broad Ripple Ave
Okay, we know, it's more of a grocery store than a wine bar, but we couldn't not put it on here. Cork + Cracker carries a huge selection of booze - over 500 different wines and beer. The best part? 350 of those are under $20. Ask a staff member about which local cheese and meats to pair, or enjoy the weekly trio for $30.
Mass Ave / 878 Massachusetts Ave
It's a local favorite, and for good reason. Mass Ave Wine is small, unpretentious, and community-focused. It's a perfect spot for lunch, offering salads, sandwiches, pizzas, high-speed internet, and charging stations.
Fall Creek Place / 2503 N Delaware St
Don't let the meat fool you - Goose the Market is a fabulous spot to enjoy a glass o' wine. Beneath the butcher shop floors lies a wine cellar expected in places like France or California. Join the Wine of the Month club and get a bottle of red, a bottle of white, and a mystery bottle for only $34 or $49 a month.
Keystone / 3815 E 96th St
Cooper's Hawk has vineyards on the West Coast where it creates its award-winning varietals. The upscale tasting menu changes monthly, so you'll never be bored. Oh, and please, please, please get the Mexican drunken shrimp as an appetizer.
Herron-Morton Place / 402 E 16th St
The dust has settled, and Tinker Street is now under new, better ownership. This intimate, romantic restaurant houses an atmospheric charm - both through the food and the service. It's, hands down, one of Indy's best restaurants, and the wine selection is nearly unparalleled.
Mass Ave / 747 N College Ave
Carmel / 37 W Main St
Fishers / 11547 Yard St
Drink some wine and do some good. Peace Water Winery donates 50% of its profits to both local and global charities. And the wines are pretty dang good, too.
Greenwood / 200 N Madison Ave
The restaurant is located in a three-story converted house, which gives it a homey and romantic feel. The gazebo is just so cute. With a selection of 450 wines and 70 cheeses, you're bound to find something you like.
McCordsville / 9061 N 700 W
Step out of the city and immediately feel like you're in another state at Daniel's Vineyard. Spanning over acres with outdoor seating, a beautiful indoor area, and a second-story patio, Daniel's is perfect for a romantic date night or night out with the gals. Be sure to check out their live music calendar!
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