The District Tap

I really wanted to like The District Tap because of its prime location in downtown Indianapolis and the overall lively atmosphere, but unfortunately, the food just didn’t deliver. I came in expecting a decent meal and left disappointed—especially after spending nearly $17 on something that barely passed as average bar food. I ordered the chicken tenders and French fries, and the entire plate was extremely underwhelming. Out of the four tenders, only two tasted fresh—crispy, hot, and cooked just right. The other two were clearly not made at the same time. They were dried out, rubbery, and tasted like they had been sitting in a warmer for a long while. The inconsistency in quality was obvious and disappointing. The fries were just as uninspiring. Basic frozen fries you'd find in any grocery store—no seasoning, no crisp, no effort. They were bland and soggy by the time they reached the table. Absolutely nothing special, and definitely not worth the nearly $17 price tag. Service was fine, and the vibe of the place is cool, especially if you’re just there for drinks or to catch a game. The bar area had a decent crowd and good energy, so I can see why people hang out here. But if you’re looking for quality food, this is not the spot. There are plenty of better dining options downtown. I might come back for a drink—but I definitely won’t be ordering food again.

This place has great food. First time coming here for me while it was the 2nd time for my friend. We got the snack sized nachos which were huge and tasty. The ingredients were nice and fresh with great flavor. She got a burger with fries while I got the smash burger and sweet potato fries. My smash burger was great with the burger being seasoned to perfection and the sweet potato fries were crispy on the outside and soft the inside and seasoned well. The prices were not horrible, I’ve ate pricier food that wasn’t as good. The atmosphere was nice. We had a late lunch so it wasn’t too busy and loud and service was very fast! We will definitely be back when we go back there for an Indiana Fever game!

I came here for lunch while in town for work. I didn't have to wait for a table, which could had been a result of the time I was there, but I was seated and served quickly. The service was very good. The food was very good, and the prices were good for the size of the meal. I definitely recommend coming here.

Good spot for a beer and food before a Pacers game (if you can find a seat, or willing to stand). The beer selection is pretty good for this type of place, including many local crafts. The pork nachos were surprisingly good, and the steak burrito bowl was also pretty tasty.

This was our 3rd visit to The District Tap. And was a special evening, as it was Game 6 of the NBA finals and The Pacers were playing that team from OkC. What a fantastic atmosphere to be in. What was special was as busy and crowded and crazy as it was. Our food was very good, served timely our waiteress was attentive to us the entire evening. We were there. Our app we tried the Texas guacamole... WoW! Could make it a meal. 2 or 3 kinds of steak finely chopped in the well seasoned Guac. That alone is worth the trip dowtown. They could get a little better tortilla chip but that didn't take away at all. Thats just me. My burger was great cooked perfectly as to be juicy but not pink, well seasoned too...

Do it! Go here! For my drink I ordered a mango margarita with tajin on the rim (😋 delicious), the appetizer we had the Fried Cheese and OMG the cheese pull was intense!! The main entree was bombbbb salmon with mashed potatoes & a side salad. 💜 Everything was on point! 😋

Great spot to watch sports on their many TVs, or just to catch up with the multiple draft beer selections. We had the Firecracker Shrimp, and I definitely recommend it. They added a good amount of spice to their sauce that gave it just enough of a kick, which made it so tasty.

Very fast service, even on a game night, with good tasting food. The Mac and cheese pots are superb, with the daddy 2.0 being the best one. Lots of TVs for the games and they broadcast the announcers in the restrooms so you don’t miss a minute

While visiting Indy, we decided to check out The District Tap Downtown since it's the official hangout spot for DCI--and it did not disappoint! We grabbed seats at the bar, and the bartenders were fantastic: attentive, helpful, and genuinely friendly. I ordered the steak burrito bowl (you can opt for a bowl instead of a wrap), and it was absolutely delicious. It came with pinto beans, Spanish rice, a generous portion of steak strips, and bold, satisfying flavors. Yum! I'm already looking forward to coming back. My husband had the smash burger, which he really enjoyed. We even chatted with another customer at the bar who recommended both of our dishes--and also gave a shoutout to the tacos. If you're in the area, The District Tap Downtown is definitely worth a visit. Great food, great vibes, and great people.

Went here for lunch after the Fever game. Had the pork nachos, a flight of craft beers, and a breaded pork tenderloin sandwich. All were very tasty, especially the pork nachos. Haleigh, our server, was on top of her game. Super friendly and attentive. Thanks, Haleigh. The sports bar vibe is just what we needed after a hard fought game.

We walked in and asked for a balcony seat outside--and we got it. The breeze was pleasant, and watching people pass by added to the atmosphere. We ordered the nachos, which were underwhelming. The French onion soup was average--I'd rate it 2.5 out of 5. The steak, however, was excellent: well-cooked and perfectly seasoned--5 out of 5. The salad was just okay. Service was very good overall

Had a wonderful time while I was there. They are also catering to the GenCon crowd, with a special drink menu and allowing (?) The servers to match a theme for the day (Thursday was Nintendo day). One of the vendors for GenCon gave us a 20% off app coupon (more on the app inna sec... ). There were some brewery and distillery reps floating around with samples (patron tequila and Revolution Brewing from Chicago came by our table). Service was promp and personable. HOWEVER, p sure the potstickers made me sick. I was sharing food or eating the same thing as my friend for the weekend EXCEPT for the one app. And I was throwing up at 1am. Soooooo. Maybe avoid those.

Huge inside, on Meridian & Georgia. Got lucky and was able to park in the front. The Pacers were playing and they had free gear! There were short and long sleeve shirts and light hoodies, so that was awesome! The menu is huge! Ordered the blackened salmon, chicken tortilla soup, & mango margarita. Everything was good! In the past I've had the shrimp bowl and fish tacos, I haven't had a bad experience yet with food. The bathrooms were clean and so was the bar area. Great for groups!

Came here before a Fever game. The space is huge! Service was great and the food was good. Perfect spot for pre game dinner or drinks. Highly recommend the filet sliders !!

As a bar, I think this place works. As a restaurant, I am not sure. Ambiance, service, and drinks were all good; food was not. The signature Dirty Wings are SO SALTY and a bit chewy. Other food Wass also salty and just ok.

Acceptable walking distance from downtown (monumental circle), this restaurant is alive- great crowd, good seating options, and lots of TVs! Great service too. I got the buffalo chicken sandwich with tater tots and yum to both! The buffalo was well cooked into the chicken and not too overpowering. The sandwich was great, but I did end up liking my boyfriend's meal better. He got the General JC's Chicken. It was delicious! It reminded me of panda express' battered chicken- wonder if it's the same vendor. With his meal, he got a side of chili and he was obsessed with it! Said it was one of the best chili's he's ever had. I did not know chili could taste so different until I saw how his eyes perk up after taking one bite.

I went here for the first time prior to attending my first Indiana Fever game. It's an immensely fun atmosphere with great service and excellent food! No picture, but the Fried Cheese was to die for! The boneless wings were some of the best I've had!

Stopped in after the Fever game. They are right outside Gainbridge and open till 1:00am. Quick service, good vibes, good music playing. We had drinks and bread pudding bites which were delicious. Highly recommend. We will be back the next time we come in for a game.

Our first time visiting Indianapolis. My wife and I are in town for our son's baseball tournament. It's within walking distance from our hotel so it's very convenient. The service is great! The atmosphere is pretty chill! (It's also Thursday, late afternoon) Kali J was our server! Amazing recommendations! The food was amazing! (I always forget to take pictures) Would recommend this place to everyone I know coming to Indy!

Came to this establishment after the Fever game. Was a short walk from The Fever arena. Game ended late and great place to get some late night food. Food was good and there was a variety of selection. Great ambiance and service, fairly priced. Definitely recommend this place for a good food selection and dining experience.

Seated right away after a Fever game, which was a plus for a Saturday afternoon. Our server was in training but did a great job, and food came out in about 15-20 minutes. I had the Mahi Mahi tacos -- super spicy to the point I could only eat two. The seasoning was overpowering, and they were a bit dry. My partner had the Salmon Penne Rosa, which they rated 4/5 -- decent but lacking in flavor. Fries were unfortunately inedible -- rock hard. Overall, good service and no wait, but the food just didn't do it for us. We'd probably pick somewhere else next time we're downtown.

We needed a place open late for the evening we got to town. The District Tap was open, convenient, and had a couple of open tables. The place was crowded (more the bar than the restaurant), but service was great. The food was great, too! I ordered the Bulleit Burger with seasoned fries. That's a great burger!

Enough good things can't be said about this place! Family friendly? Yup. Over 21 vibe? That too. And the food? There something for everyone. Even though it was the Pickle nugs that brought us in, it was the wings that made our day. If you're downtown be sure to stop in. Enjoy your time on Georgia Street!!

Great location downtown to catch a game or meet up with friends. They have some good daily specials for food and drinks. Service is typically prompt. Can get crowded depending on the event but that's how it should be. There's a wide age range, which is nice and doesn't feel like you're overcrowded with 20 year-olds.

Some friends and I came to the district tap downtown to watch the WNBA All-Star game last night. There are so many large TVs and the servers can change any TV to a particular channel upon request (pretty nice & exactly what we needed for the game!). We got a large booth in the back and basically had a tv for ourselves right in front of us! I started off with the 16 ounce of the mango cart on draft and it was delicious and very easy to keep sipping on! For dinner, I ordered the buffalo chicken wrap with a side of tater tots. Our waiter recommended that more people seem to enjoy the tots than the fries and I totally agree. The tots were crispy on the outside with a soft center on the inside and I just selfishly wish I had even more I love buffalo chicken and thought the wrap was perfect as well. My friend and I both ended up taking leftovers home and can't wait for dinner tonight!

Nice place Our waiter was nice and attentive The wings, chicken tenders, burger and fries were delicious. I wouldn't not suggest the tater tots or the chicken tortilla soup. The tater tots were flavorless and the tortilla soup was almost tomato based. Strange actually.

For a business that is just steps away from Gainbridge Stadium...it was full after a WNBA game and busy...but we sat right away at the bar. The staff worked as a team and accomplished an enjoyable time for us. Their food is amazing, I had the Black & Blue big salad....There were so many #22 jersey's, I think you know who that is! Go Fever Go!

Food was good! Had to add a little salt and pepper to the potatoes. Drinks were amazing , mojito 8/10 , Tdt mule 10/10 so delish!!

Me and my husband happened to stop by The District Tap and had an awesome experience with the bartender Elaini! We are from California and own an Irish Pub in Escondido and if Elaini needed a job out in Cali I would definitely hire her..... she has a great personality and was very helpful and friendly......

Big sports bar that was pretty busy before the Pacer Game, but emptied out as it got close to game time. Food was reasonably priced and serving size was on the larger side. I ordered the ribs and a full rack was more than I could eat! The ribs were average. Maybe a little on the dry side. Not horrible, potsticker appetizer was good and so was the Vanilla Bean Cheese Cake. This was exactly what I expected from a downtown sports bar. Our server was good. No complaints.

Came here on a Friday before the Fever game, and it was packed. We didn't have reservations, and the bar top was full. They have tables bar side but we had to place our name in to be seated at the bar tables. They told us about a 10-25 min wait for a table. It took about 10ish mins and we were seated at a table inside the bar the ambience is loud with music playing in the background. This establishment is located downtown, therefore no parking lot. Restrooms are near the host station which can get crowded during busy times. Our server,Noah, was nice. We ordered an app and drinks to start, and our app came out before the drinks, probably due to the bar being very busy. The drink I ordered (the bulleit peach) was mediocre, I wouldn't get it again. It's not listed on the website, I saw it in one of the booklets they have for specials/drink. My friend got the el jefe cocktail - this one was delicious, I'd order that next time. We all shared the firecracker shrimp app, and it was very good. It had a nice kick of heat to it. I ordered the District - a burger that comes on a brioche bun with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and American cheese ( I order without the cheese) - cooked medium with a side of seasoned fries. I didn't eat much of the bun, the burger was not the best (pretty dry) but the pickles on it were good. My fries didn't seam seasoned at all and were hard. I was hungry so I ate it, but it was a basic meal not worth what I paid for it. I'll probably come back again as this place is in a prime location downtown, but I'll check out other options.

Had dinner with friends tonight. We ordered the nachos for an appetizer it was great! Would recommend it. The main dish I ordered the grilled Salmon with veggies and mashed potatoes. It was delicious but the veggies it's too salty. Our server was very attentive and kept checking up on us, we didn't feel rushed or anything. She made sure we were good the whole time. It's football night so it's a little louder than usual. But, it was a great place to catch up with friends and have a night out.

Service was fantastic - Amaya is a great hostess she was so open to meeting my best friend and I the other night. Great atmosphere- especially since it's so close to Gainbridge.

Stopped in for the first time last night before a Fever game. Our waitress noted we were going to the game and made a special effort to get our drinks and food out quickly (without rushing us). Pros: Efficient, friendly service - food and beer runners got everything out quickly even though they were packed. They had my favorite regional beer on tap (12 or 22 oz pours) Walking distance to Gainbridge Generous portions at fair prices Family/kid-friendly Clean restrooms TVs everywhere showing every kind of sport Cons: None Adding this to our pre-Gainbridge game/show rotation!

We had the best time at District Tap when we came for the Eras tour. They made it so special for Swifties with themed cocktails, cute backdrops/photo ops, Swifitie music, games and more! The service was extremely quick, especially considering it was such a busy weekend. I loved that they had Yelp Waitlist as well. It made it very quick to put our name in and get a table. We thought it would be at least an hour each time we went due to the line but it only took 15-20 mins. The food and drinks were awesome too! Thank you for such a special experience District Tap! :)

Stopped in for lunch during the DCI finals. Easy street parking available at the time and no wait for lunch. My wife and I both got the TDT Damn Good Lunch specials, I had the club and she had the burger. Both means were quite good. We both had seasoned fries for dessert. They were tasty as well. The restaurant serves Coke products. Our server was attentive. I especially liked the booth with built in wireless phone chargers! We put our phones down and let them charger during lunch and talked to each other! What a great idea. Definitely a decent place to check out when in downtown Indy.

My co-workers and I were back in Indianapolis and found ourselves at District Tap twice during the week's visit. On the first evening our large group didn't have a reservation, but the team made room for us at two large high top tables. On the second visit with a reservation we found ourselves at the same tables! Both nights we have amazing service - fast, friendly, all orders delivered correctly. Both of my entrees were delicious - the steak and chicken tenders. Large portions plus sides. I was easily able to share with others, and had I been in my hometown would've had leftovers for a meal the following day. My group also shared several starters. The hummus dish was a favorite. Say yes to the fries pickles and pretzels with cheese. The wings - oof, so hot!! Beware of anything on the menu noted as hot. District Tap isn't playing around. Even my friends that enjoy spicy were surprised. Lots of interesting beers on tap, which is perfect for the menu. If you're staying in downtown Indianapolis, walking to District Tap is doable. (My group did a few blocks from the JW Marriott)

Cool spot that my cousin, bestie, and I went to. The ambiance was cool. The wait wasn't long at all, and our waiter Hunter was awesome. His drink recommends and knowledge were on point. The food was good as well.

Very fast service, even on a game night, with good tasting food. The Mac and cheese pots are superb, with the daddy 2.0 being the best one. Lots of TVs for the games and they broadcast the announcers in the restrooms so you don't miss a minute

The District Tap is a cool, modern Tap House and restaurant in the heart of Indy. My partner and I had lunch there today while on a weekend trip in IN. Overall, I was pretty impressed. You couldn't have asked for a better experience with service and ambiance. Our server was very friendly, engaging and attentive. We appreciated him! We all started with a great brew and ordered lunch. I had the Margherita Pizza pictured. It tasted good but it's definitely not a traditional Margherita. So if you're looking for what would normally be a lighter pizza, this probably wouldn't be what you want. It's much more like a "normal" pizza with lots of olive oil, normal mozzarella and a more fluffier crust. Again, it was good but I was hoping for a lighter lunch. Overall, I would absolutely recommend the District Tap House!

4.0* (out of 5) Food: n/a Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 4* 10/21/2023 We were downtown the night before a Colts game and this place was recommended by our server at a nearby restaurant as a place to stop for a beer before taking the bus back home. The place was packed and full of energy, as you might expect on a Saturday night - and I was impressed with their selection of beers (see pictures). Since we had just eaten dinner, we weren't able to try any of their food - so will have to do that on a future trip. Overall, a solid stop with a good variety of tap beers to enjoy while downtown. If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow. Photos copyright: happyhourdesmoines.com & thefoodanddrinkguy.com

Good food, beer cold and service was good. Lots of TV's to watch sports on so Ambiance is good.

The customer service is trash and the Hostess take Money for Seats!!! The manger Mr. Incredible didn't care at all, even though he caught them and sent them home!!! Didn't apologize or try to make it right!!!!

Hunter was amazing! Took great care of our crew of 7. Recommend the Beef on Wreck which was spot on highly recommend. Brussel sprouts were good as well.

The service was incredibly slow even though this is my second time dinning here. The table was incredibly sticky when we sat down and the waitress didn't notice. When we pointed it out she said "I'll grab you a rag" almost implying that we were to wipe the table down ourselves. When our server came over to take our order she didn't bring her book to take our order so we had to wait another 5 minutes. When one person in my party got a coke it tasted like it was drowned in vanilla syrup. I will say the food is pretty good but it only seems like 5 people work in this whole place and maybe 1 person knows what they're doing. Last thing, the one of two tvs playing the Tennessee and Huston game was right by the sun so there was a glare. Not sure if I'd come back.

I was not impressed with this place and I'm surprised it has over a 4 star rating. The hostesses didn't even look up when we walked in. Finished their convo and then acknowledged us. The girl who walked us to the table never made eye contact. Felt like she was annoyed to have to do her job. Waited at the table for a while before we were greeted by our waitress. Super sweet but she was so slow. Drinks sat empty. Dirty plates not cleared. Food was below average. Steak and blue had four pieces of steak, spring mix, and three or four cherry tomatoes. My husband has the fish and chips. Fries were cold. Fish was lackluster. My son had a burger with jalapenos and pepper jack cheese. It was just bad. Tater tots were burned. The only thing I enjoyed were the mozzarella sticks/triangles. Marinara was on point. I feel like we wasted our money and time here. I'd rather eat fast food than ever dine here again.

WOW. What can I say about Hunter that hasn't already been said. Amazing food, amazing service AND on the busiest night downtown. He really marched my madness.

Unprofessional and Rude Bartender Lauren Ruined the Experience Before a Fever Game! I recently visited TDT with high hopes for a fun day of good food and watching the Colts game before heading to a Fever game. While the food was decent and the atmosphere seemed nice at first, my experience quickly took a nosedive because of the rude behavior of the bartender. We asked if they could switch the Colts game to a TV that was closer to where we were seated. Instead of a simple "yes" or "no," the bartender cussed us out and even said that if we didn't like it, she'd have no issue filling our seats at the bar if we left. This was completely uncalled for and shocking. I get it if the request wasn't possible, but there's no reason to treat customers with such disrespect. What could have been a great start to our night before the Fever game ended up being a major disappointment. I won't be coming back, and I'll definitely be letting others know about this experience!

Came to eat after a long flight from CA. Super flavorful and delicious battered salmon with Asian slaw paired with fresh fries! First time eating a hand battered salmon! Perfect amount of dipping sauce. Fried pickles were crunchy and hot out of the fryer. Recommend.

The chicken and shrimp Alfredo was amazing as well as the shrimp app. Jayden is a great server always had my drink refilled before it was empty 10/10 would recommend

My favorite place downtown to catch a game or to go to before going to a concert at Gainbridge. The atmosphere is always so lively, the service is great, and the food top notch. I've never left here disappointed! It's a solid staple, especially when you're in the mood for beer and some bar food. It's a good place to keep on your normal rotation.

We dropped in here after a Colts game and we were sat right away. Our server was very helpful in helping us pick what we wanted. Let me tell you those chicken wings are some of the best I've ever had. My husband said they are the best around here. Oh my, we still think about these. We also got the firecracker shrimp and fries which was ok but more sweet than anything.

Food came out very good quickly . We had the Bulleit burger and the tenderloin both were very good. Ainslee our waitress was friendly and attentive. We would definitely come back.

Love love love the food here! I didn't get pictures of all the food we had, but man, there's not a bad thing on the menu. My favorite was the wings, dirty style. Good flavor and nice and crispy. Service was good, just had to wait a bit on a table as we had a large group.

Welp, our meal wasn't bad. The salmon fish and chips were quite good. But the beer menu could've been better. It could've included an interesting cider that wasn't Angry Orchard. My left coast chicken wrap was fine, but not inspired. The fries seemed a bit underdone. Bottom line is in the short hours we've been in town we visited The District for lunch, then the place we *almost* went for lunch instead and wished we had. The District is a serviceable sports bar, but I won't be racing to return if I'm back in town. There's better beer and atmosphere offerings elsewhere.

Decided to stop in after getting my bag from the airport to have a drink or so. The hostess was super kind & friendly. I asked her is there a place I could put my luggage & she offered behind the hostess desk because I was sitting bar side & didn't want to block the walk way. I really appreciated that! I sat bar side & the bartender was totally cool. I ordered a cider which was super sour & some food. The food was...pretty much bar food! I wasn't expecting a 5 star place! The ambiance was like a sports bar type of setting which was fine! I'll definitely go back when I'm in town.

Came here finally on a Tuesday night. Was a bunch of fireman insta so it's pretty pack. Water came out and was nice cold and refreshing. I got my go to drink an expresso martini. It was decent. I didn't like the presentation maybe that weighed in on my opinion of it. Cool bar vibes love. It would came back on the weekend definitely