An amber-hued jewelbox of a nightclub in Fountain Square, it’s more deliciously racy than raunchy, celebrating the time-honored tradition of burlesque.
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No. 24 – Melody Inn
Its lineup of punk, metal, and indie music draws rock fans, sure, but also neighborhood-bar types who come for the thoroughly lived-in vibe.
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No. 25 – Tini
Don’t be surprised to hear a ribald pickup line like “Muddle my blueberries,” but don’t expect the bartender to blush, either.
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Life Behind Bars: Drink Slingers Tell Their Tales
Stories from behind the counter and in the thick of it all.
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Closing Time: Saying Goodbye to a Few Favorite Bars
The theater/bar Hollywood Bar & Filmworks on South Meridian Street passed away in 2006, and we’re still in denial. With huge vintage movie posters on the wall and high-top tables, the place had the grimy charm of a comedy club.
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Best Bars 2013 Party: People's Choice Winner
The Aristocrat presented “a refreshing cocktail that reminded us fondly of limoncello and summer evenings on the front porch swing.” Congrats to the victor, and to all of the mix-off’s participating bars.
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One Drink, 10 Ways: The Moscow Mule
Three simple ingredients—vodka, ginger beer, and lime juice—go into the Moscow Mule, yet every bar makes this trendy cocktail its own. Our stubborn Mule aficionados found the best.
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Shots & Ladders: The Game of Getting a Liquor License in Indy
Step 1: a successful background check. If you’re not a felon, you’ve aced the first requirement.
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No. 5 — Sensu (now closed; click for details)
Editor’s Note, June 22, 2012: Sensu announced early this month that it will no longer serve dinner. It will, however, remain an upscale nightclub and special-event venue, with Asian-inspired catering services available.