Indy’s oldest restaurant, serving German food in the historic Athenaeum since 1894 — and home to one of the city’s happiest stages. In summer, the biergarten under the trees fills with music, steins, and half of Indianapolis on a nice Friday night.
Quick Facts
- Where: 401 E Michigan St, Indianapolis (Mass Ave, the Athenaeum)
- Music: Acoustic rock, blues, classic rock, party bands
- Live music: Live bands Wednesday–Saturday; outdoor biergarten stage in summer
- Website: rathskeller.com
What to Expect
Inside, a woodsy German hall with weekend bands; outside (roughly May through October), the biergarten stage with no-cover or low-cover shows most weeks. Come early for a table, order the pretzel, stay for the band.
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