The Melody Inn is rumored to be the second oldest bar in Indianapolis. Located at 38th and Illinois Streets in the Butler-Tarkington neighborhood, The Melody is a small, friendly storefront tavern with an undisputed reputation for coolness. No 50-cent beers or rowdy crowds here. The decor is pre-1960s and highlights include a sophisticated jukebox (Patsy Cline to AC/DC), one pool table and a giant driftwood chandelier. You can slide into a circular, mustard-yellow, vinyl-upholstered booth or sit at the old oak bar to catch the best in original local and regional music. Crooked country, hip- hop, speed metal and punk can be heard seven nights a week. Sunday is dance night with a Goth- Industrial DJ. The bartenders and drinks are said to be the best in town. There is an occasional cover charge (maybe $3) on weekends. There's plenty of parking and bouncers who are happy to escort you to your car, if you wish.

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