Indy's Dog-Friendly Bars & Restaurants

Updated September 2024.

You don't have to leave your furry friend at home!

Are you sick of calling around to see where you can take your dog? We did the work for you and found some of the best dog-friendly bars in the city! Please note that not every dog is suited to going out on the town with you—dogs should be well-trained and socialized before being taken to busy establishments.

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Metazoa Brewing Company

Fletcher Place / 140 S. College Ave.

Let's start with the obvious - Metazoa! Located just steps from downtown, they welcome dogs inside their taproom, outdoor patio, AND THEIR DOG PARK. 5% of all profits are donated to animal and wildlife organizations - which is just a bonus.

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Fire By The Monon

Broad Ripple / 6523 Ferguson St

Fire By The Monon is truly an Indianapolis hidden gem! Tucked away off the main strip of Broad Ripple, you can find tasty food, cold beer, and a great place to relax with your pup. "Family-friendly, dog-friendly (outdoors, in season), bicycle-friendly, you name it - we're just flat-out friendly."

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Half Liter BBQ & Beer Hall

SoBro / 5301 Winthrop Ave., Suite B

Half Liter is such a nice place to stop and spend some quality time with your friends and your dog! Located conveniently in SoBro, Half Liter can be added to any plans you might have for the day with your bestie (dog).

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The Bulldog

Meridian-Kessler / 5380 N College Ave.

It'd be criminal if a place called The Bulldog wasn't dog-friendly - thankfully, they are! The Bulldog returned to its original location after a 30-year hiatus, and they're ready to serve you and your pup! With a self-pour beer wall and dog menu, The Bulldog is a great spot to hang out!

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16-Bit Bar + Arcade

Downtown / 110 E. New York St.

16-Bit is a great place to take your pup if they're well-socialized and ready to be around large groups of people! It's not necessarily a hot spot for pups, but they do allow your furry friends inside and out.

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Pins Mechanical

Bottleworks District / 856 Carrollton Ave

Pinball, duckpin bowling, craft beer, and your dog! Pins does tend to get busy so it's not always the best spot for all pups, but if yours is well-socialized - feel free to bring them!

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Sam's Silver Circle Bar

Fletcher Place / 1102 Fletcher Ave.

The iconic Fletcher Place bar is a great place to bring your dog, especially on a sunny weekend day! With three patios, there are plenty of places to sit with your dog and enjoy Sam's signature pizza.

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Natural State Provisions

Holy Cross / 414 Dorman St.

Enjoy unique ice cream of the month flavors, a dog park, and delicious bites just steps away from downtown!

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Plump's Last Shot

Broad Ripple / 6416 Cornell Ave.

Plump's is another one of Broad Ripple's hidden gems. It's tucked away off Cornell Ave., just steps from the Monon. It makes a great place to stop with your pup for a beverage and oversized tenderloin!

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Centerpoint Brewing

Cottage Home /1125 E. Brookside Ave.

Located in Circle City Industrial Complex, Centerpoint Brewing is a great spot for any date night that includes your furry friend! Rumor has it they even keep dog treats on hand (but don't quote me on that).

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Guggman Haus Brewing Co.

Riverside / 1701 Gent Ave.

When the weather is nice, Guggman Haus has a beautiful beer garden where you can hangout with your pups and enjoy libations or coffee from Coffee Haus.

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Hotel Tango

Fletcher Place / 702 Virginia Ave.

If you didn't know, now you do! Hotel Tango has a patio and dog park so you don't have to leave your furry friends at home!

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Bier Brewery

Noblesville / 1618 S 10th St.

Bier Brewery's newest location in Noblesville is set in a wooded area that is dog-friendly and features an off-leash dog park that is open to members only!