Broad Ripple Village is not really walkable from the Convention Center, but it’s a short bus ride or drive from Downtown Indy. Parking near Brugge (and throughout the neighborhood) can be nutty, and spots are limited. But the restaurant has plenty of seating, especially when the patio is open.
The Vogue 6259 N College Ave 317-259-7029
Broad Ripple itself is quite a nice neighborhood with boutiques, restaurants, clubs, and the Monon trail, a former railway turned walking and biking trail. Broad Ripple is also home to the Vogue, a venue that attracts internationally-renowned indie bands. We’ve seen Johnny Marr, the Old 97s, They Might Be Giants, and the Joy Formidable here. Ticket prices tend to be reasonable, and the Vogue has a good amount of space while retaining an intimate feel. Expect to pay high prices for drinks, but craft beer is available. The Vogue has recently been purchased by House of Blues, and we’re waiting anxiously to see what changes will take place as a result.
Brugge Brasserie 1011 E. Westfield Blvd. 317-255-0978
Brugge, located in hip Broad Ripple Village, is a
Belgian-style pub offering several house-made beers and Belgian delicacies such
as crepes, stews, and mussels with frites.
We’ve heard mixed reviews about the crepes, although the duck confit
seems to be a popular choice, and it can be hit or miss with the Waterzoi (a
creamy, seafood chowder) or the Flemish beef stew. But the mussels and frites are quite good and
come in a variety of flavors. Tammy
tends to prefer the classic preparations with herbs and white wine, while
Michael will venture into some of the cheesier, spicier options. The amply-portioned mussels are served in
traditional steaming pots with a side of French bread and crispy frites with
your choice of sauce. We like the
roasted garlic aioli and the dijon with poplar syrup. Yes, poplar is a tree, and poplar syrup is
made from sap, is lighter than maple syrup, and is incredibly delicious with
the spicy kick from the Dijon.
Indy CD is a great place to shop for new and used music, and local bands will sometimes have special shows in the store. It’s a shame that CCCC doesn’t coincide with Record Store Day.
Rene’s Bakery is a hidden gem in Broad Ripple. It’s a French bakery tucked away in a small
house on the residential edge of the neighborhood, and we can’t get enough of
their croissants—chocolate, almond, and ham and cheese. The coconut macaroons are tremendous and
pleasingly chewy, and the raisin wheels are buttery, crisp, and full of
honey-sweet raisins.
If you’d like a good cup of coffee or tea, you can head to
Starbucks or better yet, try Hubbard and Cravens. They roast their own beans, and the coffee is
rich and smooth. The Broad Ripple
location offers clover-pressed coffee guaranteed to provide a surprising amount
of energy to even long-time caffeine addicts.
Broad Ripple Brew Pub 840 E 65th Street 317-253-2739
Broad Ripple Brew Pub is inconsistent. One day the food will be amazing, and another
time, only ok. But, they have a large
menu with many vegetarian and vegan selections, and they open late on
weekends. Their brews are ... ok, and
there’s enough variety to please different palates. It remains a popular, family-friendly pub. It is one of the few places with a liverwurst and onion sandwich on the menu. And it is always good.
Broadripple offers its own official neighborhood guide.
Broadripple offers its own official neighborhood guide.
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