Books & Brews

I haven't been to their open mic night... Who knows... Maybe I'll debut as a stand-up sometime... But, I met the (current) director of my high school band... He was getting ready to have a short DJ set... Where was that guy when I was in high school? Nevermind... I was listening to heavy metal back ... Read more

I haven't been to their open mic night... Who knows... Maybe I'll debut as a stand-up sometime... But, I met the (current) director of my high school band... He was getting ready to have a short DJ set... Where was that guy when I was in high school? Nevermind... I was listening to heavy metal back then... We all have room for growth, right? 🎺 Show less

I haven't been to their open mic night... Who knows... Maybe I'll debut as a stand-up sometime... But, I met the (current) director of my high school band... He was getting ready to have a short DJ set... Where was that guy when I was in high school? Nevermind... I was listening to heavy metal back ... Read more

I haven't been to their open mic night... Who knows... Maybe I'll debut as a stand-up sometime... But, I met the (current) director of my high school band... He was getting ready to have a short DJ set... Where was that guy when I was in high school? Nevermind... I was listening to heavy metal back then... We all have room for growth, right? 🎺 Show less

A hidden gem! This is a fun place to post up for an evening if you're feeling like playing board games or video games with friends. They have a full service bar and dinner items, excellent craft beer. They have different events going on throughout the week too! If you're in the area and looking for ... Read more

A hidden gem! This is a fun place to post up for an evening if you're feeling like playing board games or video games with friends. They have a full service bar and dinner items, excellent craft beer. They have different events going on throughout the week too! If you're in the area and looking for something fun to do, this is the place. Show less

A hidden gem! This is a fun place to post up for an evening if you're feeling like playing board games or video games with friends. They have a full service bar and dinner items, excellent craft beer. They have different events going on throughout the week too! If you're in the area and looking for ... Read more

A hidden gem! This is a fun place to post up for an evening if you're feeling like playing board games or video games with friends. They have a full service bar and dinner items, excellent craft beer. They have different events going on throughout the week too! If you're in the area and looking for something fun to do, this is the place. Show less

I came in on a Tuesday afternoon. I was looking for a quiet place to hang out and enjoy my thoughts. Not being much of a drinker, I wasn't there for the brews, but the books/games are a great atmosphere to be around. I found a booth in back. Some people want to be bombarded by customer service, I'm ... Read more

I came in on a Tuesday afternoon. I was looking for a quiet place to hang out and enjoy my thoughts. Not being much of a drinker, I wasn't there for the brews, but the books/games are a great atmosphere to be around. I found a booth in back. Some people want to be bombarded by customer service, I'm one who will find help when needed. As there was only 3 people in the bar area, I was able to strike up a conversation with the table cleaner Jason. This young man has upper management written all over him. He provided great conversation and inspirational quips that I'm still contemplating. I hope that the ownership of Books and Brews see the potential Jason has, and puts him into a managerial training program, he's an asset you don't want to let go of. Music was loud, that was my only complaint. Other than that, I will continue to frequent this establishment, and enjoy some of the other activities and nights they offer. Show less

I came in on a Tuesday afternoon. I was looking for a quiet place to hang out and enjoy my thoughts. Not being much of a drinker, I wasn't there for the brews, but the books/games are a great atmosphere to be around. I found a booth in back. Some people want to be bombarded by customer service, I'm ... Read more

I came in on a Tuesday afternoon. I was looking for a quiet place to hang out and enjoy my thoughts. Not being much of a drinker, I wasn't there for the brews, but the books/games are a great atmosphere to be around. I found a booth in back. Some people want to be bombarded by customer service, I'm one who will find help when needed. As there was only 3 people in the bar area, I was able to strike up a conversation with the table cleaner Jason. This young man has upper management written all over him. He provided great conversation and inspirational quips that I'm still contemplating. I hope that the ownership of Books and Brews see the potential Jason has, and puts him into a managerial training program, he's an asset you don't want to let go of. Music was loud, that was my only complaint. Other than that, I will continue to frequent this establishment, and enjoy some of the other activities and nights they offer. Show less

Books and Brews was absolutely phenomenal! I love this concept of a library themed brewpub. They serve a small menu of excellent pub food. The staff is very friendly and you could tell their passion was beer and books. If you venture to North Indianapolis, please check this place out... It is well w... Read more

Books and Brews was absolutely phenomenal! I love this concept of a library themed brewpub. They serve a small menu of excellent pub food. The staff is very friendly and you could tell their passion was beer and books. If you venture to North Indianapolis, please check this place out... It is well worth the trip. (it is a little out of the way depending on which way you go, keep looking, you'll find it) Show less

Books and Brews was absolutely phenomenal! I love this concept of a library themed brewpub. They serve a small menu of excellent pub food. The staff is very friendly and you could tell their passion was beer and books. If you venture to North Indianapolis, please check this place out... It is well w... Read more

Books and Brews was absolutely phenomenal! I love this concept of a library themed brewpub. They serve a small menu of excellent pub food. The staff is very friendly and you could tell their passion was beer and books. If you venture to North Indianapolis, please check this place out... It is well worth the trip. (it is a little out of the way depending on which way you go, keep looking, you'll find it) Show less

This place is great. My daughter and I went there for lunch. The outside is easy to find. Inside, we immediately began browsing the thousands of books to read and for sale, as well as the hundreds of games to play. There is also a variety of items for sale ranging from t-shirts, to cups and mugs, to... Read more

This place is great. My daughter and I went there for lunch. The outside is easy to find. Inside, we immediately began browsing the thousands of books to read and for sale, as well as the hundreds of games to play. There is also a variety of items for sale ranging from t-shirts, to cups and mugs, to random novelties. The kiddo picked 3 games: sorry, exploding kittens, and battleship, although we only had time for half of battleship. I have to note the first card game she selected was a variation of cards against humanity, except with a different name...... mom: 1, spawn:0. That was all just in the first room... In the other two rooms there is tables and books in one and a bar in the other. It has a super laid back atmosphere that I really enjoy. The bar serves different fruit flavored sodas that you can get virgin or cider style. They also had a decent looking beer menu. To eat for lunch, I ordered a grilled cheese and fruit cup. I received the chips instead, but they were good, plus I got a pickle, and the grilled cheese was delicious. Between the fact that the bartender was super nice and helpful, and even gave me a free meal coupon for next time (I believe this to be common practice for new customers) I have to keep 5 stars. C'mon Google, why can't we do half ratings! To wrap it up nicely, I had a blue rasberry virgin soda to drink. The little one finished every bite of her cheese pizza and drop of her cherry soda. I also bought her two books, and since kids ate free today I only spent $25. We will be returning. Show less

This place is great. My daughter and I went there for lunch. The outside is easy to find. Inside, we immediately began browsing the thousands of books to read and for sale, as well as the hundreds of games to play. There is also a variety of items for sale ranging from t-shirts, to cups and mugs, to... Read more

This place is great. My daughter and I went there for lunch. The outside is easy to find. Inside, we immediately began browsing the thousands of books to read and for sale, as well as the hundreds of games to play. There is also a variety of items for sale ranging from t-shirts, to cups and mugs, to random novelties. The kiddo picked 3 games: sorry, exploding kittens, and battleship, although we only had time for half of battleship. I have to note the first card game she selected was a variation of cards against humanity, except with a different name...... mom: 1, spawn:0. That was all just in the first room... In the other two rooms there is tables and books in one and a bar in the other. It has a super laid back atmosphere that I really enjoy. The bar serves different fruit flavored sodas that you can get virgin or cider style. They also had a decent looking beer menu. To eat for lunch, I ordered a grilled cheese and fruit cup. I received the chips instead, but they were good, plus I got a pickle, and the grilled cheese was delicious. Between the fact that the bartender was super nice and helpful, and even gave me a free meal coupon for next time (I believe this to be common practice for new customers) I have to keep 5 stars. C'mon Google, why can't we do half ratings! To wrap it up nicely, I had a blue rasberry virgin soda to drink. The little one finished every bite of her cheese pizza and drop of her cherry soda. I also bought her two books, and since kids ate free today I only spent $25. We will be returning. Show less

I stopped here for a flight of beers and I was really impressed with the concept of the place. Combining games, books, and beer is a great idea, and it makes for a space people can spend a lot of time in. Their beers were good, and I bought a few to go too. I’d love it if there were more places t... Read more

I stopped here for a flight of beers and I was really impressed with the concept of the place. Combining games, books, and beer is a great idea, and it makes for a space people can spend a lot of time in. Their beers were good, and I bought a few to go too. I’d love it if there were more places that combined things like this. It’s just a lot of fun. Show less

I stopped here for a flight of beers and I was really impressed with the concept of the place. Combining games, books, and beer is a great idea, and it makes for a space people can spend a lot of time in. Their beers were good, and I bought a few to go too. I’d love it if there were more places t... Read more

I stopped here for a flight of beers and I was really impressed with the concept of the place. Combining games, books, and beer is a great idea, and it makes for a space people can spend a lot of time in. Their beers were good, and I bought a few to go too. I’d love it if there were more places that combined things like this. It’s just a lot of fun. Show less

I fell in love with this place for the second I walked in. They have a gaming station as well as a lot of books to browse. The beer selection was not a lot in terms of quantity but the quality was great. I tried two IPA’s and both were superb. We bought 3 pop funkos, 2 books and many beers for under... Read more

I fell in love with this place for the second I walked in. They have a gaming station as well as a lot of books to browse. The beer selection was not a lot in terms of quantity but the quality was great. I tried two IPA’s and both were superb. We bought 3 pop funkos, 2 books and many beers for under $100. I recommend a visit 10/10! We will be back. 👍🏼 Show less

I fell in love with this place for the second I walked in. They have a gaming station as well as a lot of books to browse. The beer selection was not a lot in terms of quantity but the quality was great. I tried two IPA’s and both were superb. We bought 3 pop funkos, 2 books and many beers for under... Read more

I fell in love with this place for the second I walked in. They have a gaming station as well as a lot of books to browse. The beer selection was not a lot in terms of quantity but the quality was great. I tried two IPA’s and both were superb. We bought 3 pop funkos, 2 books and many beers for under $100. I recommend a visit 10/10! We will be back. 👍🏼 Show less

We came for anime trivia on a Monday night! This is a great place to hangout and meet people, and they've got a whole schedule for events throughout the week. They've got boardgames, books (including manga) and trading card games for sale and a bar in the back. There is also a small stage area in t... Read more

We came for anime trivia on a Monday night! This is a great place to hangout and meet people, and they've got a whole schedule for events throughout the week. They've got boardgames, books (including manga) and trading card games for sale and a bar in the back. There is also a small stage area in the back room. Prices were reasonable and the food was perfect for snacking: we ordered chicken nuggets as well as pizza rolls 🍕 Show less

We came for anime trivia on a Monday night! This is a great place to hangout and meet people, and they've got a whole schedule for events throughout the week. They've got boardgames, books (including manga) and trading card games for sale and a bar in the back. There is also a small stage area in t... Read more

We came for anime trivia on a Monday night! This is a great place to hangout and meet people, and they've got a whole schedule for events throughout the week. They've got boardgames, books (including manga) and trading card games for sale and a bar in the back. There is also a small stage area in the back room. Prices were reasonable and the food was perfect for snacking: we ordered chicken nuggets as well as pizza rolls 🍕 Show less

Book & Brews is truly a unique place. I usually slip in there in the afternoons (it opens at 2pm) to write... It's somewhat hidden off of 96th Street... And, upon entering, remarkably unpretentious. The front of the store has books, games, shirts, and a whole lot of merchandise that gamers and the... Read more

Book & Brews is truly a unique place. I usually slip in there in the afternoons (it opens at 2pm) to write... It's somewhat hidden off of 96th Street... And, upon entering, remarkably unpretentious. The front of the store has books, games, shirts, and a whole lot of merchandise that gamers and the like would drool over. When you walk to the back, you'll enter the bar area with a larger entertainment space off to the side. Is 2pm too early to start drinking? Not if you're part of the 'Mug Club'... Your one time lifetime membership fee gets you smashing deals on craft beer served to you in a handmade 22oz mug. (Oh... You get a mug for joining too.) The beers are great... If you're looking for Miller Lite... You won't find it here. They have a selection of craft brews from other breweries as well as a selection that they brew in-house. [Hey guys... Bring back that lavender-infused beer... That was great!] They also have a simple but delicious food menu... My usual go-to is the grilled cheese. I like the place... Because in a weird way... It's like a quiet speakeasy... I can go there... Plug in... And write while sipping on a mug of beer. Show less

Book & Brews is truly a unique place. I usually slip in there in the afternoons (it opens at 2pm) to write... It's somewhat hidden off of 96th Street... And, upon entering, remarkably unpretentious. The front of the store has books, games, shirts, and a whole lot of merchandise that gamers and the... Read more

Book & Brews is truly a unique place. I usually slip in there in the afternoons (it opens at 2pm) to write... It's somewhat hidden off of 96th Street... And, upon entering, remarkably unpretentious. The front of the store has books, games, shirts, and a whole lot of merchandise that gamers and the like would drool over. When you walk to the back, you'll enter the bar area with a larger entertainment space off to the side. Is 2pm too early to start drinking? Not if you're part of the 'Mug Club'... Your one time lifetime membership fee gets you smashing deals on craft beer served to you in a handmade 22oz mug. (Oh... You get a mug for joining too.) The beers are great... If you're looking for Miller Lite... You won't find it here. They have a selection of craft brews from other breweries as well as a selection that they brew in-house. [Hey guys... Bring back that lavender-infused beer... That was great!] They also have a simple but delicious food menu... My usual go-to is the grilled cheese. I like the place... Because in a weird way... It's like a quiet speakeasy... I can go there... Plug in... And write while sipping on a mug of beer. Show less

Great choice of brews and Lots of games/books to play & read! Only 4 ⭐️ because of first beertender-not quite as friendly as we’re used to, didn’t ask any questions -we had to ask since it was our first time here. Other beertender much more personable. I would definitely come again with friends & fa... Read more

Great choice of brews and Lots of games/books to play & read! Only 4 ⭐️ because of first beertender-not quite as friendly as we’re used to, didn’t ask any questions -we had to ask since it was our first time here. Other beertender much more personable. I would definitely come again with friends & family! Active calendar of events as well! Show less

Great choice of brews and Lots of games/books to play & read! Only 4 ⭐️ because of first beertender-not quite as friendly as we’re used to, didn’t ask any questions -we had to ask since it was our first time here. Other beertender much more personable. I would definitely come again with friends & fa... Read more

Great choice of brews and Lots of games/books to play & read! Only 4 ⭐️ because of first beertender-not quite as friendly as we’re used to, didn’t ask any questions -we had to ask since it was our first time here. Other beertender much more personable. I would definitely come again with friends & family! Active calendar of events as well! Show less

This place has good staff and it's a good place to meet up with friends and their free events are fun. The food is really not the best (mostly microwaved and it's pricy) and the non-alcoholic drinks are all bottled, but the cider is good. Seating is uncomfortable and the lights are not very cozy. Ot... Read more

This place has good staff and it's a good place to meet up with friends and their free events are fun. The food is really not the best (mostly microwaved and it's pricy) and the non-alcoholic drinks are all bottled, but the cider is good. Seating is uncomfortable and the lights are not very cozy. Otherwise, this is a decent place to hang out. Show less

This place has good staff and it's a good place to meet up with friends and their free events are fun. The food is really not the best (mostly microwaved and it's pricy) and the non-alcoholic drinks are all bottled, but the cider is good. Seating is uncomfortable and the lights are not very cozy. Ot... Read more

This place has good staff and it's a good place to meet up with friends and their free events are fun. The food is really not the best (mostly microwaved and it's pricy) and the non-alcoholic drinks are all bottled, but the cider is good. Seating is uncomfortable and the lights are not very cozy. Otherwise, this is a decent place to hang out. Show less

Very cool place! With books, board games, RPGs (role-playing games) & beer, plus a stage for live acts (poetry, comedy, et cetera), you can geek out to your heart's content here. A caveat: under 21 are not allowed in the taproom. The house beers were decent, the names are well thought out puns & rif... Read more

Very cool place! With books, board games, RPGs (role-playing games) & beer, plus a stage for live acts (poetry, comedy, et cetera), you can geek out to your heart's content here. A caveat: under 21 are not allowed in the taproom. The house beers were decent, the names are well thought out puns & riffs on book titles. There are also several guest taps from breweries like Founder's & Avery. Ciders & non-alcoholic beverages are also available. The folks behind the bar are quite friendly. Show less

Very cool place! With books, board games, RPGs (role-playing games) & beer, plus a stage for live acts (poetry, comedy, et cetera), you can geek out to your heart's content here. A caveat: under 21 are not allowed in the taproom. The house beers were decent, the names are well thought out puns & rif... Read more

Very cool place! With books, board games, RPGs (role-playing games) & beer, plus a stage for live acts (poetry, comedy, et cetera), you can geek out to your heart's content here. A caveat: under 21 are not allowed in the taproom. The house beers were decent, the names are well thought out puns & riffs on book titles. There are also several guest taps from breweries like Founder's & Avery. Ciders & non-alcoholic beverages are also available. The folks behind the bar are quite friendly. Show less