Red Key Tavern

5170 N College Ave, Indianapolis, Indiana 46205 USA

101 Reviews

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Open Now

Sat 11a-1a

Independent
Credit Cards
not Accepted
Not Wheelchair
Accessible
Public
Restrooms
Wifi

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“Drink where Vonnegut drank!”

Voted "One of the Best Bars in Indiana" by Esquire Magazine. Opened by a WW2 vet and prisoner of war, this bar isis for those that aren't afraid to venture off the beaten path. Also, this bar is a must stop for any Kurt Vonnegut fan, as The Red Key Tavern was reputedly Vonnegut's preferred libation procurer. So much so, that if you stop in, one of the regulars might regale you with stories of seeing Vonnegut drink and write.

Reviewed by
Rachael J.

February 08, 2022

What a perfect cozy hole in the wall. Cash only! I've heard many regulars here are very particular about things but I thought everyone was super friendly and welcoming. This place opened in... Read more

Reviewed by
Frankie W.

January 12, 2023

The waitress literally tried to fight us because we wanted to pay our tabs separately. It's not one of Russ's rules, we were not asked not to pay separately. She told me that it's not normal for... Read more

Reviewed by
Kristen F.

August 05, 2022

It's true - the burgers are THAT good. I love that this institution has barely any price increases. $3.25 well drinks on Thursdays, burgers under $6 and a class potato salad that's the perfect... Read more

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