Meridian-Kessler, Indianapolis: Things to Do

Meridian-Kessler has local stops such as Luna Music, a record shop with vinyl and collectibles, Red Key, a cash-only bar and grill serving American pub grub, and the Indianapolis Opera for theater lovers.

The Jazz KitchenLive Music
Twenty TapGastropub
YatsCajun

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By TripSapien · Updated October 6, 2026

Top things to do in Meridian-Kessler

Luna Music
★ 4.8 · 489
Record Store
Indy's finest local record shop. Featuring CDs, vinyl and collectibles—posters, t-shirts, etc. Great place to find rare imports and out of print gems. All genres of music with friendly staff, clean and hip environment.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 7 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
11 AM – 6 PM
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Vintage 54 Collective Antiques Art Gifts
Antique Market
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
12 PM – 5 PM
Sat
12 PM – 5 PM
Sun
12 PM – 5 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Meridian-Kessler

The Jazz Kitchen
★ 4.7 · 2.2k
Live Music· $20–40
Live jazz nightly in a cozy music club serving American fare with Cajun-Creole accents.
Mon–Wed
5 PM – 10 PM
Thu
6 PM – 2 AM
Fri
5 PM – 11 PM
Sat
5 PM – 11 PM
Sun
5 PM – 9 PM
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Twenty Tap
★ 4.7 · 1.1k
Gastropub· $20–30
Neighborhood pub with numerous local & craft beers plus eclectic pub grub, darts & a patio.
Mon
4 PM – 9:30 PM
Tue–Thu
11 AM – 9:30 PM
Fri
11 AM – 10 PM
Sat
12 PM – 10 PM
Sun
12 PM – 9 PM
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Yats
★ 4.8 · 1.9k
Cajun· $10–20
Laid-back, counter-serve chain restaurant specializing in hearty plates of New Orleans cuisine.
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 8:30 PM
Sat
11 AM – 8:30 PM
Sun
11 AM – 7 PM
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Mama Carolla's
★ 4.7 · 2.8k
Italian· $20–30
Upscale Italian restaurant in a 1920s Mediterranean-style villa offering a full bar & a garden.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat
5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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Good Morning Mama's
★ 4.5 · 2.1k
Breakfast· $10–20
Ex-gas station turned hopping 1950s brunch spot complete with a jukebox, formica tables & kitsch.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
8 AM – 2 PM
Sat
8 AM – 2 PM
Sun
8 AM – 2 PM
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Aristocrat Pub & Oxford Room
★ 4.6 · 1.9k
American· $20–30
Casual pub eats served in a restored 1933 pub with 60 beers on tap & walls decked in vintage finds.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Thu
11 AM – 9 PM
Fri
11 AM – 10 PM
Sat
11 AM – 10 PM
Sun
10 AM – 9 PM
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Red Key
★ 4.6 · 334
Bar & Grill· $10–20
Cash-only neighborhood saloon offering drinks, American pub grub & more in an unpretentious space.
Mon–Tue
5 PM – 12 AM
Wed–Fri
11 AM – 12 AM
Sat
11 AM – 12 AM
Sun
Closed
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