Things to Do in Broad Ripple, Indianapolis A designated cultural district with a mix of shops, restaurants, and nightlife. It features parks and has a historical identity dating back to 1837, with landmarks like the Broad Ripple Park.
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Twin Jewelry, Phones & Perfumes ★ 4.9 · 485
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 7 PM
Sat 10 AM – 7 PM
Sun Closed
Broad Ripple Vintage ★ 4.7 · 274
One of Indy's best known vintage shops, they offer a wide variety of retro clothes—mainly 1960s, 70s and 80s. Large array of t-shirts and accessories and drag queen sized gowns. They always are playing The Doors, and the decor is out of…
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 6 PM
Sat 11 AM – 6 PM
Sun 12 PM – 5 PM
Indy CD & Vinyl ★ 4.7 · 813
Long-running, independent outfit selling new-release & secondhand recordings in roomy surrounds.
Mon–Fri 11 AM – 7 PM
Sat 11 AM – 7 PM
Sun 11 AM – 6 PM
Satellite Vintage
Mon–Wed Closed
Thu–Fri 11 AM – 7 PM
Sat 11 AM – 7 PM
Sun 11 AM – 4 PM
Sno Zone ★ 4.8 · 117
Broad Ripple Park ★ 4.6 · 1.6k
Sports fields, dog park, swimming pool, playground & other activities around the White River.
Mon–Fri 9 AM – 8 PM
Sat 9 AM – 5 PM
Sun Closed Where to eat & drink in Broad Ripple
Alley Cat Lounge ★ 4.5 · 886· $10-20
Every day 7 AM – 3 AM
Dave's Hot Chicken ★ 4.8 · 1.5k· $10–20
Mon–Wed 10 AM – 12 AM
Thu–Fri 10 AM – 3 AM
Sat 10 AM – 3 AM
Sun 10 AM – 12 AM
Flatwater ★ 4.7 · 1.4k· $20–30
Mellow American eatery offers a prominent, waterside patio bar & build-your-own Bloody Mary Sundays.
Fernando’s Mexican & Brazilian Cuisine Broad Ripple ★ 4.8 · 600· $20-30
Mon–Wed 11 AM – 9 PM
Thu 11 AM – 10 PM
Fri 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Sat 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Sun 11 AM – 9 PM
Bazbeaux Pizza ★ 4.6 · 1.4k· $10–20
Creative thin- or thick-crust pies in a casual location with a patio, plus beer & wine.
The Vogue Theatre ★ 4.4 · 2.2k
Storied ex-moviehouse now hosts dance parties, concerts & burlesque shows, plus multiple bars.
Mon–Thu Closed
Fri 12 PM – 5 PM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Ripple Bagel and Deli ★ 4.7 · 743· $1–10
Compact counter-serve stop featuring a variety of steamed bagel sandwiches, plus soups & salads.
Mon–Fri 8 AM – 2 PM
Sat 8 AM – 3 PM
Sun 8 AM – 3 PM
Union Jack Pub ★ 4.4 · 1.1k· $10–20
Comfy English-themed pub specializing in beer on tap & traditional grub as well as pizza.
Cholita Tacos ★ 4.7 · 1.3k· $20–30
Laid-back Mexican restaurant with a terrace specializing in tacos, plus mezcals & tequilas.
Fire by the Monon ★ 4.6 · 1.5k· $10–20
Imaginative pub grub & craft brews on tap served in a warm, laid-back tavern with patio tables.
Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 11:30 AM – 8 PM
Sat 12 PM – 8 PM
Sun 12 PM – 8 PM Planning time in Broad Ripple?
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1 Alley Cat Lounge 2 Twin Jewelry, Phones & Perfumes 3 Broad Ripple Vintage 4 Indy CD & Vinyl 5 Satellite Vintage 6 Dave's Hot Chicken 7 Flatwater 8 Fernando’s Mexican & Brazilian Cuisine Broad Ripple 9 Bazbeaux Pizza 10 The Vogue Theatre Other areas in Indianapolis Ready to plan Broad Ripple? Turn these Broad Ripple picks into a day-by-day Indianapolis plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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