Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
7/24/2026
Cozy TaproomLive Acoustic Music
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Verified Independent BrewpubBrewpub
Books & Brews
9402 Uptown Dr Ste 1400, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46256-1076
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Verified Independent Brewpub
- Pet Policy
- Dogs Welcome (Patio / Indoors)
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- Transit-friendly location with nearby street parking.
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What’s on tap right now
6 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 5.1% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.2% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | On Tap |
| Wheatfield Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | Wheat | 5.0% | Banana-clove whisper with a cloudy, easy pour. | On Tap |
| Yard Work Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Pilsner | 5.1% | Snappy noble hops, cracker malt, built for patio pints. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| River Porter Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | Porter | 5.9% | Toffee, cocoa nibs, and a gentle roast. | On Tap |
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.5% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | On Tap |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.1% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
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4.5 ★
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Riley Hart
San Diego, California
7/19/2026
Great IPA SelectionDog Heaven
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/14/2026
Spacious PatioPerfect for Groups
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/9/2026
Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Books & Brews FAQs
Is Books & Brews dog friendly?
Yes. Books & Brews is dog friendly in Indianapolis, including patio seating.
Does Books & Brews serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Books & Brews hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Books & Brews?
Books & Brews can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Books & Brews have outdoor patio seating?
Yes. Books & Brews lists outdoor patio seating in Indianapolis, often with heaters or fire-pit nights.