Hotel Tango Distillery

It’s a great time of the year for a cocktail and some Holiday cheer. Dog friendly indoor, fun festive cocktails with the originals available all of the time. Service was slow when the rush hit, but was fantastic all around and they picked back up quickly. They don’t serve food so they allow delivery or carry in. My friends and I ordered carry out from the Dugout which was easy to walk to pickup and get right back to hanging out. They also have games and a wood burning fireplace. Highly recommend.

My wife loves Christmas so we take a trip every year to a different city in December. Hotel Tango had a Christmas pop up bar advertised on Facebook so we wanted to check it out. The decorations were fantastic and they did a Christmas theme for their cocktails. The drinks were great and we were able to sit by the fireplace. They stoked the fire and we were very comfortable. Pets were welcome and they even have a house cat that wonders around! Great place and very happy we stopped in!

This afternoon was hands down the best experience we’ve had at an establishment/distillery. Katie was perfection. Katie is perfection. She was so much fun and treated us to such a great tasting. I had 2 drinks she created and she customized a drink for my boyfriend on the spot and whoah was it delicious. She brings a great vibe Hotel Tango. Her skill and personality should be prized by the owners. Speaking of owners we met Kim the owner’s dad who was bursting with pride and had some great stories. We’re from Cleveland and said to each other if we were local this would be “our place”. Thanks Katie for the best afternoon! Jeff and Margaret from Cleveland Ohio :) The place is great on the inside with several different places to sit, tables, couches, the bar. 10/10

Freddie Purcury (sp?) always makes a visit to Hotel Tangoe a delightful time. Miss the fireplace and food but cocktails nice.

Good drinks. Extremely slow service. Was only able to order two drinks in the two hours were were there. Ordered their special holiday shots at 6:15 and had to leave at 6:45 after waiting for a half hour to get to event on time. Would not return, but an extra star for at least letting us bring our golden retriever with us inside.

They have a great atmosphere with a staff to make you feel like a regular. I do love their whiskey, but feel like their other products don't live up to the same standards. If you're a whiskey person I 100% recommend you check this place out especially during the fall and winter where you'll never be cozier. However, I would avoid the other spirits and stick to beer or wine.

My sister decided to have her rehearsal dinner here in their new building. The communication with her was terribl. The night of the dinner we were all in the building and in marches some blonde curly headed lady yelling (literally) that we can’t be in here and we needed to get out. She was yelling at everyone who came for the rehearsal dinner. She said she was speaking with the owner and we had to leave. This lady was nuts. She seemed like she might have been drinking on the job because no sober person would act like that. We had to gather our entire party of 50 or so people and leave. It was beyond humiliating. I will never recommend this place to anyone. I would rather go to a homeless camp and spend a week there than step foot in hotel tango.

Hotel Tango is a unique experience. The fireplace is awesome. It is pet friendly. Lots of games to play. And the drinks are top notch. Kati is great...spent lots of time explaining drink options. Very cozy!!!

The staff is so awesome here! Big shout out to Valerie. Outside of the 20min conversation about random life happenings (lol), Valerie helped my friends and I decide on some very yummy cocktails that we can't wait to go back and order. We also learned that they host trivia on Tuesdays and karaoke bingo on Wednesdays! +spiced old fashioned - 9/10 +mango habanero bourbon cocktail (forget the name) - 8/10

HOLY COW! I love everything about Hotel Tango! 1. it's a veteran owned small business 2. the bartenders are all passionate about their craft. Shoutout to Katie for her knowledge on the spirits, you can tell she loves her work and what she creates. I was honestly blown away from this place. The vibes inside are great, we even got to play with the small basketball hoop, but a great spot to hang out with friends! The drinks omg we were only going to stay for a round before dinner, but we ended up stay for another round becuase of how much we enjoyed it.

I've taken several trips to Indianapolis over the past 13 years, and Hotel Tango has always been a place that I wanted to try. Finally, the stars aligned this trip as a de facto Saturday happy hour prior to dinner plans with family. It wasn't crowded at all, and I was able to park in their small lot out front. Two cocktails later, I'm taking home a bottle of their toasted marshmallow whiskey "'SHMALLOW"

Pregaming my birthday at Hotel Tango. Old Fashion was delish! Holiday ambiance was very festive. Katie (service) was great and told us some history of the business. We will be back for another good ti

We visited Hotel Tango last night. What a great atmosphere! The staff was friendly and helpful. They took the time to tell us about their drink menu and made suggestions. We liked everything we tried with 'Shmallow being my favorite! When we found out they offer mixology classes we immediately put that on our list of things to do!

The interior and exterior of this place don't match, and in my opinion, that's a good thing! From the outside, it looks tilted and stuffy, like a fancy restaurant with a two hour wait. Go inside, however, and it feels like a big party! There is a fantastic variety of cocktails, which utilize their house distilled spirits. It's one of those cocktail menus where everything looks good so it's hard to choose! Service is also very fast and very friendly!

On, Sunday August 31st I decided to go down to Fletcher Place area there was only a few businesses open during the Labor Day weekend. I decided to go to Hotel Tango since I saw cars on their parking lot. There are plenty of parking spaces front, back, and as well as street parking. It wasn't my first time there, however it was my first time going there that's not during Christmas season. Entering the building no stairs at all not even to go to the restrooms. Very accessible building, nice spacious building that offers plenty of seating everywhere. Hotel Tango building is in the historic Fletcher Place, and the building itself is historic too that used to be a part of a horse barn over 100yrs ago. I sat at bar where the Bartender at that time was Valerie. Valerie very sweet, people person, very helpful on the drinks, and there was another female Bartender at my time there which I had forgotten to get her name. Hotel Tango menu is themed as Summer Camp that's very nostalgic. I didn't eat food only had drinks there and the drinks I had were the Tent Time Martini, Passion Fruit Margarita, Shmallow shots(2). I met a couple there that was visiting Indianapolis from Chicago which they sat at the bar next to me. We, talked, I gave them some suggestions on things to do or eat in Indianapolis, we laughed, drank & enjoyed the last Sunday in August. I wish that Hotel Tango could stay open late, but they can't since the neighborhood is historic. I'll definitely be back to enjoy the vibes and more drinks there.

Went here awhile back for a drag show and brunch and it didn't disappoint! The event hall space is large with a built in bar and plenty of seating! The show was engaging and everyone was having a great time! The actual bar building was quaint and warm feeling with creature comforts to make it feel as if you're in a cabin with friends and a large bar top haha! Tried the toasted marshmallow whiskey and fell in love with it! The service and staff were warm and friendly and the pricing was on par to have a few drinks and not break the bank!

YEEEESS! WE HAVE A WINNER! This niche little spot is easy to miss while driving by, but don't skip out! It's rustic charm and comfortable seating is topped with a bar that serves mixed drinks with only their crafted liquor selection! They have many intimate sections with tables spaced enough apart to feel a sense of privacy even on busy evenings. I'm joking about having my birthday there... but is it a joke? I loved our experience, here! Taking all the out-of-towners to experience it with us.

if you're thinking of having an event here, you should only do it if you want to be told you need to leave when you walk in the door. the manager with curly hair is off her rocker. she yelled and screamed at our party and we didn't even know what was going on. save yourself time and go somewhere else.

Let's start with the fact that we had 3 cocktails, a drink flight and nachos for $63!! Very affordable! Service was outstanding! (Zach) The nachos are absolutely the best I ever had and the drinks were delightful. I really enjoyed being able to sit comfortably by the fireplace , playing games while having my food and drinks. 11/10! I will be back!

This place is so inviting and welcoming! Staff is super friendly and the service is just like you would imagine! I haven't tried a cocktail here that I didn't like. They know how to make a drink! We got the sugar plum fae! A seasonal drink with cranberry basil infused gin and plum simple syrup topped with Prosecco. I mean come on! Delicious!

Cozy spot for tasty cocktails. Creative mixology and I love anything Fall inspired. Service was friendly at the bar, drinks made well. Small parking lot available up front. Would love to return when fire place might be lit.

Great drinks! Nate the bar tender is such a great mixologist! Glad I could try the new cocktail menu on the day it came out!

The vibes here are immaculate. Such a unique spot that I would say is a must when visiting Indianapolis. The vibes and bar was great and even cooler because we could bring our doggy. We got the chips and queso, which was a wildcard starter, but it actually ended up being pretty good. We also got the TWISTED SISTER Pizza with house vodka sauce, pepperoni, chicken, banana pepper, red pepper & hot honey. It tasted phenomenal. I was happy with the quality. Lastly we got the Sandwich with brisket, mayo, bbq sauce and a cheese. This was great as well and again a great quality smoked meat.

So cozy, so HYGGE. We have had many a Hotel Tango cocktail before while we were out and about, but had never visited the "Mothership". It was -9 degrees outside, so we loved being able to sit by the fire and warm-up while sipping cocktails. I also appreciate that you don't have to run up to the bar to order and that staff come to you whether you are sitting on a couch or at a table. If you need a recommendation, "I'll have what she's having" was one of the best cocktails I've ever had! So good. There is also a resident Kitty who was taking a nap on a Saturday night on a barrel. Freddy Purr-cury is there and ready for your cuddles. This is a critter-friendly place.

We've been coming here for years and love this place for their great service and craft cocktails. I like that they have a rotating seasonal menu so we can go back and try new drinks. They recently changed up their menu and every item we tried was so good - pizzas, pretzel bites, nachos, charcuterie board, and their cheesecake flight. Dog friendly and 21+ facility. There is parking in the back as well.

A moment of appreciation for their rotating cocktail menu! I love trying something new and seasonal every time. Also definitely stop by in December for their "Salute to Santa": the whole distillery is decorated incredibly for Christmas. One staff member told me the decorations took 160 hours!

Highly recommend Hotel Tango's taproom! The atmosphere is great, even on a normal Wednesday night when we went. Their Xmas decorations are off the charts, they have a beautiful fireplace lit with firewood, and people/dogs are smiling everywhere. Their drinks menu is extensive and fun. $7 old fashioneds on Wednesdays was the cherry on top. It included their Sazerac, which was very good. Can't say I'd recommend their BBQ brisket nachos, but they weren't underwhelming enough to make this less than a 5-star review. Major plus for being dog friendly since the kitchen is in the building next door!

The bartender was so friendly and so helpful. Great atmosphere. The drinks were amazing and garnished so beautifully.

Great beverage and food. Love veteran owned businesses!! Will definitely return next time in Indy!!

They've added food to their menu and it's delicious! We got Veg pizza and nachos. The service of fast and the food was fresh and hot. It is a very loud and energetic atmosphere. I'm looking forward to summer days with outside seating.

We are from out of town so dropped in for a couple drinks. Katie took care of us, made killer drinks, and even recommended local dinner spots. Would love to come back here soon. Very welcoming atmosphere ‍ with great prices and who couldn't love Freddie Purrcury?!

Hotel Tango has to be the best spot to grab cocktails in Indianapolis! We decided to stop here on a recent trip to Indy, and we wish we would have gone sooner so we could have gone back again! First off, it is a dog-friendly spot INSIDE. How great is that? They do have a house cat :) The staff who were working were amazing. So friendly and helpful. I ordered an espresso martini first because I needed some caffeine, and it was good. I ordered the "I'll have what she's having" next, and it was THE best drink I have ever had! It had their house made 'shmallow liquor, lemoncello, key lime, and lemon bitters. ($12) I had to buy a bottle of the 'shmallow to take home! Hotel Tango will be a stop on our list every time we are in town! You have to visit if you haven't already.

I didn't try the food, yet. I did, however, have the best cocktail in Indy. The "I'll have what she's having" is top. The Shmallow + Limoncello should not work, but it does wonders. The toasted marshmallows and graham cracker rim really brings it together. The main building is super cozy inside. WE sat by the fire and it was really nice. Off to the side we noticed the house cat taking a nap. So soft!!!! The prices are around $9-13 if I can recall. More than I want to spend, but that's pretty normal, I think. The entire staff is super chill and helpful. The parking lot is free, which, is really nice. The one-lane road to the back lot is playing chicken with others at times, but fine. There is diverse seating for singles, couples, to groups.

'Shmallowrita shot is a must try! Also the Devil Dog Shot as well, and it is probably my favorite offering. They also have a Pumpkin Something pumpkin spice bourbon which is something unique, as I do not care for pumpkin spice in any form, it was a hard pass for me. But my wife the ever Pumpkin Spice connoisseur high recommends it. A great place and superb service. The patio is very relaxing and offer the perfect place to enjoy blend of cigars and adult beverages. A 1 Place.

Hotel Tango has a great ambiance and is an old carriage shop with lots of brick, wood rafters, and a beautiful fireplace. There is a resident cat that runs the place and it is dog friendly inside. The cocktails are great and so is the service.

I attended the 10 year celebration for Hotel Tango and had an amazing time. The food was good and the drinks were better. The release of their 10yr bourbon was an added bonus. I also participated in a barrel thieving experience, guided by the wonderful Kati Larson, I was able to taste a few of their offerings at barrel strength and educated on how we went from grains to gallons of goodness. 10/10 would recommend and will be back for another. Thank you Kati and Hotel Tango for a wonderful experience.

Hotel Tango is amazing. Best place I have been to in downtown for cocktails. They have all of the basic classic cocktails and they have some really good unique ones. Everything there is good, and they make a lot of their own spirits. I've never got a drink there that wasn't great The drinks are pricy, but it literally does not matter. They are totally worth it. Trivia on Tuesday nights is fun. They have food too, but it's mostly appetizers type stuff. It's nothing to write home about. It's a very chill atmosphere, too. Lots of big tables, small tables, and cozy couches. They play good music, as well. It's right along the Indy Go Red Line (between Fountain Square and Fletcher Place stops), it's directly on the cultural trail bike path, it's in a very walkable area, and it's got plenty of parking. This place is easy to get to on transit, bike, foot, or by car. Overall this is a MUST SEE place in indy if you like cocktails. There is a cute cat there, too!! DO NOT SLEEP on Hotel Tango. Go out and try it.

Was very impressed with Hotel Tango! Very small parking lot which was my first impression. However, lots of FREE street parking all around the area. The inside was larger than I thought and such a cozy feel. I went during the Salute to Santa so I am not sure how different it looks during regular year (besides no Christmas decor). Nice soft seating right when you walk in and then around the corner there are tables and the bar is in both areas and pretty big. Our waitress was attentive and nice. We tried some drinks that were delicious. I also got some Nachos which I loved. I'm a big nacho girl and these were so good!! Can't wait to go back!!

A staple hangout stop in Fletcher area! There's plenty of seating, tables, and couches to lounge at. We went during their Salute to Santa popup bar (no ticket needed) which was decked out with holiday cheer and a cozy fireplace. They have limited festive cocktails and a handful of mocktails on their regular menu as well. I got the Kim, people are dying and it was delish! They have a small front and back lot with additional street parking near back lot.

Such a fun and chill atmosphere. I recently went and they were completely decked out in holiday decor. It was wonderful! They have lots of tables as well as couches if you are more in the mood to lounge. There is a huge, beautiful fireplace that you can also sit around. The first time I went our waitress was so knowledgeable. They allow dogs inside which is a huge plus and the whole reason why we went! I ordered the Oat Fashioned my first time there and most recently went with the Old Fashioned. They were both great, but I would definitely say the Oat Fashioned is more unique and thus I did enjoy it more. I went on a Wednesday and surprise to me, they have "Whisky Wednesday" deals. My Old Fashioned was only $7! They also have fun, rotating seasonal drinks. We ordered the brisket nachos for a snack. They were just alright and would not order them again. Will definitely be back again!

straight away -- oh my god this place would suck in the winter. it'd be so freakin' cold. there's no insulation. anywho ... group of six stopped here on friday around 7 and we each got a couple drinks. from what i could tell, everyone enjoyed what they got. i got a laugh out loud and an oat fashioned. the laugh out loud was tasty, but i wish i tasted more of the earl grey in the gin.. i'm a total manwhore for earl grey. the oat fashioned i was kind of ... warned? ... by a waitress that it was on the sweeter side, and that was actually appreciated, because it definitely was. i mean, it makes sense. whiskey? sweet. dark brown sugar? oh yeh. black walnut? you betcha. that said, still good, but a little much. overall this place is an awesome spot to stop when you want a really well-made cocktail, and i'd make time to stop by again next time i'm in indianapolis -- and to see resident cat freddie purrcury.

I live in the neighborhood and am constantly stopping by for happy hours or to catch up with friends. Hotel Tango has some of the best cocktails I've ever had. All of the liquor is made in house and the menu is constantly rotating so you'll never get bored! I've had almost every drink on the menu at this point (including the rotating selections) and have yet to have something I didn't enjoy. They also have an amazing selection of mocktails if you aren't in the mood for alcohol (these are always very creative and delicious). The food is great and they are one of the only places in Indy that allow dogs indoors! 1000/10

We stopped by to pick up a fundraiser item that Hotel Tango generously provided for Illuminate, our Suicide Prevention walk. It also happened to be my birthday, so my husband joined me on my volunteer work adventures that day! The bar was buzzing and the atmosphere was inviting, so we "bellied" up to the to try one of their signature cocktails! It was delicious... our bartender was relatively new (still doing some training), but he was amazing! He was accommodating and helped me find the perfect drink! It was the perfect way to spend my birthday!

Love coming here on trivia night! The ambiance is so cozy especially on winter nights with the fireplace going. The service is always great and I love that the cocktail menu includes mocktail/zero-proof options. Bonus points for a bar cat hanging around and being open to some pets!

This is long overdue. My former 4 star review took into account their skill for cocktails and ambiance but the spirits themselves were lackluster. This has changed over past 2 years as their reserve bourbon, one of top 100 spirits in US 2022 by wine enthusiast, has notched this attribute up like an NBA team acquiring a star free agent in the off-season. IN addition, rye whiskey much improved, vodka smooth, fun limited release spirits as well. Gin remains something to be desired but mixes well. Love me some hotel tango.

Creative drink menu made with their own craft spirits! I love visiting hotel tango for the atmosphere and to visit Freddy Purcury

Such a fun spot for drinks! Came here with a friend to enjoy a quick drink after dinner and was pleasantly surprised. The minute you walk in you can't but help take in the cozy but rustic interior of the place. I also appreciate that there is plenty of seating inside as well. My friend and I found a seat the bar and started to look over the menu. The bartender was super sweet and she explained all her favorite drinks from the menu. Fun fact, this place has its own mascot - a cat that might roam up to you while you are visiting! Overall, excellent drinks, service, and ambiance! Will be back for sure.

Hotel Tango is so vibey and cute! Went there with coworkers for happy hour and it was perfect. The drinks are so intricate and have cool names. Wish I could have tried all of them. I got a mocktail (Mad Hatter's Tea) and it was so refreshing! Apple cider, chai, orange juice, and aquafaba (with cinnamon sprinkled on top). The aquafaba was really fluffy- I've never had it on a drink before and I loved it! Also: there's a freezer in the back where they sell pints of Circles ice cream

What is not to love about Hotel Tango? Local. Fletcher Place. Parking lot. Beautiful Brick Exterior. Twinkle lights. Oh my. Hotel Tango is a whole vibe and I am here for it. I hadn't been in a couple years and when I went recently, I was reminded why I enjoy it so much. Open seating, table tops, a fire place, cozy couches. Choose your own adventure. It is the perfect date night spot. We got a seats at the bar top. Our bartender was fantastic -- friendly, fun, and he even made us not one but two surprise shots. Yes, really. What a gem! Cocktails are fresh, delicious, and made with love. They are also gorgeous. How is that even a thing? I also love that they support other local businesses like Beech and Penn and Broad Ripple Chip Company. Bravo! See what I did there? (if you know, you know). Definitely won't be years for my next visit.

Eclectic, entertaining, and an excellent elixir experience! Travis is a convivial host, and Kati is a wizard behind the bar. We were amazed at what she could do to make bourbon sing. We did the bourbon trail in Kentucky. My advice: skip it and plant yourself at Hotel Tango for truly magical and memorable time.

Love Hotel Tango. Service is always great and drinks are always great. This is such a unique spot and I get a different drink here every time and I am always impressed. This is a very cool and chill place to come and hang out and get a drink. They are dog friendly (as long as your pup is nice) and we love to bring our dog in and get a drink.

Food & drinks: the nachos were ok! Unevenly loaded with less cheese then I would prefer. The drinks were mostly well balanced, nicely presented and I actually remembered to take a picture of them this time! Service: excellent! we popped in here while waiting on our table to open up at Bluebeard and our server was attentive and speedy getting our orders in and drinks delivered :) Ambience: LOVE the ambience here, somehow both eclectic and cozy with nice lighting, a variety of seating arrangements and a pretty bar area! Parking is very easy to find in the area and there are a few spots in front of the bar as well! One thing I wish is that they had more water stations, the only have one tucked in the back corner behind a large table and it was tough to maneuver through the crowd that came in to fill our glasses.

This is a neat place to meet up with some friends for a cocktail. There's plenty of comfortable seating and tables so you could spend hours here just enjoying the chill atmosphere. And they have a fairly large selection of housemade liquors to try straight or in a mixed drink.

This is the place to go when you're trying to have a chill night with friends, a night out with the gals, or a casual place to drink with your family. Very artisan and lounging vibes. Their drinks are stellar and some are seasonal. They have recently also come out with a food menu. From the food, I loved and recommend: pretzels, nachos, charcuterie board, and butter cookie. Go try it out!!

I love this place!!! You walk in and feel like you walked into your uncles cabin in the woods. Wood interior, a canoe hanging from the ceiling, unique furniture and couches and vintage decor and tables. They make their own hotel tango hard liquor and the bottles they come in are so cute. Love to try local finds and this never disappoints. Their cocktails are so fun and colorful. My group each got a different kind and it was like a rainbow. I got the thirty flirty and thriving which was purple and delicious. Go here for a double date or casual cocktails. They have a bbq food truck some nights also :)

Did someone say "dog friendly"? That's this place! They are also veteran owned and operated distillery. I've been going here for the past few years and have never had a bad experience. The servers/bartenders and friendly and efficient. They recently opened the building next door as an event space -which doubles as their kitchen. Grab pizza on a weeknight, or brunch on Saturday/Sunday. Drink specials are offered every day of the week, and there are constantly rotating seasonal cocktails available. Standard prices are $9-13/drink. There is a good mix of cozy seating and large tables perfect for group gatherings. And if you're worried about street parking, they have a lot behind their building.

Hotel Tango is a staple on Virginia Ave! I absolutely love this bar - cool vibe (with plenty of space for you to bring a group of friends), delicious and inventive drinks (they have a rotating seasonal menus), and quick service. We ordered a Dorian Gay (gin cocktail with Earl Grey flavors - yum!), a whiskey sour (or two or three...), and the charcuterie board (it was huge).