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5170 N College Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46205

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    The Red Key is a historic fixture in the Meridian- Kessler neighborhood. Russ the bartender is strict about enforcing the famous bar's etiquette policies. Manners are a must, so hang your coat up and wait for the waitress to take your order if you aren't sitting at the bar. You should be on your best behavior anyway because you never know when your dad or grandpa might pop in. Six oil-painted panels of the English countryside line the side walls and two panels of Indiana wilderness by 1930s neighborhood artist Bryan Tarlton hang in back. Frank Sinatra and swing era standards on the jukebox set a cozy tone for a relaxing, happy time with friends and neighbors. If you get there before 10PM, you can grab a burger and fries. The film 'Going All the Way,' starring Ben Affleck, contains a scene shot here. You'll know you're there when you see the aged neon martini glass at 52nd and College Avenue.

    5 Ratings and Reviews

    • Deja-vu

      Review rating : 5out of 5   MARSHALL RAY INC - 07/24/2008

      I used to use a fake ID to get in there when I was a teenager, it was that good to risk arrest then, i'm glad they have maintained their standard of excellence after 40 years.

    • I Love the Red Key!!

      Review rating : 5out of 5   Gulleyrc - 07/04/2008

      Stop by on a Saturday afternoon....Dollie, Moe & Nancy will be there to serve you with a big smile. Great cheeseburgers, beer, or your favorite cocktail !!

    • Review rating : 5out of 5   MARLENEZIERDT - 06/18/2008

    • Dr Fixitall

      Review rating : 5out of 5   drfixital - 03/10/2006

      Love this place, however I feel they were passed over on the best Cheeseburger list this year. Great place to meet friends, and have conversation. They also make the best Manhattan's in Indy. Stop in and say "Hi" to Russ, Jim, and Dollie. Also visit the men's room and write a note on the new chalkboard, just keep it clean, Russ has "rules" you know. Also, you can try the "Naked Jake" if you looking for a new exciting drink. Hope to see you there!

    • master drinker

      Review rating : 5out of 5   dadchapp - 02/02/2005

      a lot of parents should bring their kids to this bar and learn some lesson in manners, best bar in town to bring your partner

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