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elcome to your 26th ever Best of Indy, compiled by you, lovely NUVO readers. That’s right: This whole issue is devoted to your favorite things in Indianapolis. Herein, you’ll find answers to such burning questions as: Indy’s favorite farm-to-table joint; Indy’s favorite religious institution; Indy’s favorite nonprofit; favorite vape shop; favorite burlesque troupe; and on, and on … How do we know they’re your favorite? Well, first, we built the ballots from nominations you made this summer. And then, for six weeks you voted Every. Single. Day. That’s right, all 167 categories were created then voted upon by you. Are your clicking fingers tired? Next, we, your dutiful editors, using math and magic, counted hundreds of thousands of votes during the weeks the Best of Indy ballot was open. And now, it’s time to present the results. Perhaps you’ll note our issue so overfloweth with Best of Indy blurbs this year that it’s taken over our entire magazine. Missing your Soundchecks and Pence Despair-O-Meters and film reviews? Never fear: Everything on NUVO.net is proceeding totally normally this week. On the plus side, this all-Best Of issue is a perfect issue to stuff in your glove box, stash in your dresser or stick on top of your toilet to refer back to whenever you’re thinking, “What, statistically speaking, is Indianapolis’ favorite taco spot? (Psst: You’ll find the answer on page 43.) New this year: some off-the-wall staff picks from your editorial team, because we’re opinionated, mouthy creatures who can’t resist sneaking in our own favorites. You’ll find those sprinkled throughout the book. Alright: Time to turn the page and start reading. We love you, readers. We love you, Indy.
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here is no doubt that this year’s political season has left many of us jaded and jittery, yours truly included. And it has all been shared over and over again on social media. So here is a list of superspecific categories and picks that lit up the interwebs over the last few months.
BEST “DON’T PISS ME OFF BECAUSE I WILL MARKET YOU OUT OF OFFICE” MARKETEER In 2015 the Pence Must Go campaign tied for the win in the “Best New Trend” category. But as we’ve seen in 2016, Kevin Warren, founder of Pence Must Go, doubled down on his commitment to see Mike Pence out of the governor’s office by increasing his messaging to include billboards and a large wearable “Mikey” puppet for parades and events. And when Pence jumped his sinking Hoosier ship to join the Trump campaign as the vice-presidential nominee, Warren didn’t miss a step and broadened his message to all of America, saying that Pence and Trump are bad for the country. And if his appearance on the Daily Show following the vice-presidential debate is any indication, Warren may be well on the way to pushing Pence not only out of Indiana, but out of Washington too. pencemustgo.org
BEST “POLITICAL RALLY ON THE FLY” ORGANIZER Usually it takes weeks or even months to organize a rally that is attended by thousands. But for Annette Gross, it only takes a few days, ridiculous legislation and a lot of angry people with access to social media. The former president of Indy’s PFLAG chapter (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) first put her organizational skills to work in 2015 after the state legislature passed the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA). Thousands of angry Hoosiers descended on the statehouse lawn to voice their frustration. This year, Gross channeled the same passion for justice when the legislature passed HEA 1337,
Mike Pence received a lot of extras when he joined Trump’s ticket, including extra security from the U.S. Secret Service. Apparently, an assessment of the governor’s mansion determined other extras were needed. The concrete construction barriers were added to the lawn along with armed guards who get to spend their time in tiny air-conditioned booths that even the 1960s Superman would think twice about changing in. The new look could be described as trailer park-chic. A graffiti art contest for the concrete would have at least given it an urban flair.
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a restrictive abortion bill, which again drew out thousands to protest the legislature’s actions. Well done, Annette. And let’s hope you don’t have to do another one anytime soon. ;)
BEST CAMPAIGN TO EMBARRASS POLITICIANS WITH REPRODUCTIVE PROCESSES AND COLOR-BY-NUMBER GENITALIA PICTURES After Mike Pence signed HEA 1337, women across Indiana became angry at the prospect of the government getting all up into their vajayjay business. An anonymous group of women took it to heart and started a social media campaign called Periods for Pence, where women were encouraged to contact the governor’s office with detailed information about their menstrual cycles. Women across the country got in on the action and other legislators who authored and/or voted for HEA 1337 were included on the contact list. Periods for Pence then hosted “coloring parties” where pictures of hoo-hahs and male members were colored for delivery to Pence. The campaign was covered by national media outlets, bringing attention to the archaic and unconstitutional legislation being passed in Indiana and championed by our governor. Kudos to Periods for Pence for taking the adage, “Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned,” and kicking it up a notch.
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BEST LEGISLATOR TO AUTHOR A “TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO-GOOD, VERY BAD” CIVIL RIGHTS BILL Credit where credit is due must be given to Sen. Travis Holdman (R-Markle) for his attempt at a LGBTQ civil rights bill. After all, he was the only Republican in the statehouse brave enough to attempt legislation that would satisfy all sides of the issue. (Sen. Tim Lanane wrote a bill as well that followed the “four-words-and-a-comma” mantra, but it never saw the light of day in committee.) However, while noble, the attempt was more than insulting for a lot of people, especially when the abridged version — taking the T out of LGBT — became the version to move out of committee. Public outcry forced the bill to be pulled entirely from consideration. But Sen. Holdman should at the very least get an “E” for effort.
BEST TIME WE GOT RID OF OUR GOVERNOR Donald Trump did a lot of people a lot of favors when he selected Gov. Mike Pence as his running mate. The people of Indiana who wanted Pence out of office are grateful to have it done sooner rather than later. Pence is grateful because Trump may have single-handedly saved his political career.
BEST CASE IN WHICH THE INDIANA ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OFFICE WAS EMBARRASSED BY THE ACLU It’s a tie! Both cases involving Exodus Refugee Immigration and Planned Parenthood were cut-and-dry cases of constitutional violations brought to you by the Pence administration and Republican leaders. Ken Falk didn’t have to work too hard to prove that denying Syrian refugees the right to resettle in Indiana is a violation of federal law. The same can be said of many parts of HEA 1337. Working in the solicitor general’s office may be a great experience for attorneys, but it must be hell on the ego to lose over and over and over again.
BEST “HOLY SHIT THOSE FOOD PICTURES MADE MY MOUTH WATER” SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNT The Indianapolis food scene has quickly become one that rivals the best cities around the country. With that being said, it’s hard to keep up with all the new restaurants and bars popping up throughout the city. Eat Here Indy is doing a fantastic job of highlighting Indy’s new — and old — eateries with high-quality pictures and videos that will make you want to drop what you’re doing and join them. Fair warning, following their account might put a dent into your bank account. instagram.com/eathereindy n
SOCIAL Best of Indy Still, there are hidden gems — like the pinball vault inside the Murphy or the nearby Grove Haus art space. discoverfountainsquare.com 2nd: Mass Ave 3rd: Irvington
BEST NEW TREND IN INDY
BEST HOUSE OF WORSHIP
Kindness
The First Church Of Cannabis
There could be much worse new trends, right? During an election year that is everything except kind, we’re glad to see Hoosiers still value this quality — or at least feel the need to make it known that Hoosier Hospitality is still a thing. Pay it forward sometime soon. You’ll be happy you did. randomactsofkindness.org
What started as a big middle finger to Indiana Governor — and current Republican Vice Presidential nominee — Mike Pence and his buddies has turned into a great outlet for people to come together and share the love. We here at NUVO love church founder and cannabis connoisseur Bill Levin for his continued effort to bring awareness to Indiana’s cannabis struggle. And as one of the Deity Dozen points out: laugh often, share humor. Have fun in life, be positive. That’s some solid advice. cannaterian.org
2nd: Food & beverage scene 3rd: Biking
BEST NEIGHBORHOOD OR CULTURAL DISTRICT Fountain Square It can easily be seen as Indy’s music corridor and as a measuring rod for neighborhoods that are rapidly changing all over town. For example, the Fountain Square area now boasts everything from dive bars to internationally recognized chefs and bartenders.
2nd: New Direction Church 3rd: St. Joan of Arc
BEST LOCAL PLACE TO VOLUNTEER Humane Society of Indianapolis Having a rough morning? Volunteer at the
Humane Society. Need to get your mind off an ex? Volunteer at the Humane Society. Bored and don’t want to twiddle your thumbs all afternoon? Volunteer at the Humane Society. Trust us, volunteering at a building full of adorable kittens and puppies is the perfect way to turn a bad day into a good one. indyhumane.org 2nd: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana 3rd: FACE Low Cost Animal Clinic
BEST LOCAL NON-PROFIT HUMANE SOCIETY OF INDIANAPOLIS
FACE Low Cost Animal Clinic It’s hard not to love a nonprofit that has a mission as amazing as this one: “End euthanasia of cats and dogs in Indianapolis by offering accessible spay/neuter, vaccination, medical care and community cat care, without financial or geographic restrictions.” It truly puts a smile on our face to see this organization walk away with first place. facespayneuter.org 2nd: Second Helpings 3rd: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana
BEST LOCAL CHARITABLE EVENT Mutt Strut
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The Indianapolis 500 is known as the Greatest Spectacle in Racing. The Mutt Strut is called the Greatest Spectacle in Dog Walking. After switching venues last year due to construction at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Mutt Strut will return to IMS in 2017. Thousands of Hoosiers and their furry friends will take to the historic grounds to benefit animals at IndyHumane. indymuttstrut.org 2nd: The Main Event (Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana) 3rd: Tonic Ball
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SOCIAL Best of Indy tion. Don’t believe us? The Hub’s mission statement reads: “Our mission is to attract, engage and motivate young professionals of all varieties to make Indianapolis an even greater place to live, work and play.” And for that, this young professional thanks them. indyhub.org 2nd: Indy Black Chamber of Commerce 3rd: Employ Up (part of EmployIndy)
BEST PLACE TO BRING YOUR RUGRATS
FREEDOM INDIANA
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
BEST LOCAL POLITICAL ACTIVIST(S)
from border to border in the Hoosier state. freedomindiana.org
It’s got dinosaurs. It’s got a carousel. It’s got a Transformer. Did I mention there are dinosaurs at the Children’s Museum?! childrensmuseum.org
Freedom Indiana
2nd: Zach Adamson 3rd: Indiana Equality
2nd: Indianapolis Zoo 3rd: Holliday Park
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When your goal is to bring about awareness that leads to change regarding the civil rights of LGBTQ Hoosiers, then a victory in this category is a no brainer. The state legislators may still be hemming and hawing on this issue, but more cities and towns than ever have either added sexual orientation and gender identity to their civil rights ordinances or have strengthened them over the last year. And if you ask Executive DIrector Chris Paulsen, she will tell you that Freedom Indiana won’t stop until equal rights are achieved
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BEST LOCAL RADIO PERSONALITY OR PERSONALITIES
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Johnny Lyles
There’s a simple reason IndyHub ran away with this category again this year: they’re the go-to organization for connecting young professionals with the opportunities they need to thrive in the Circle City. It’s the basis of their entire existence as an organiza-
Props to Internet radio! Johnny Lyles is killing it with his Internet radio show, “Brother, Brother Beer Cast.” Standard radio is still a contender (as shown below) but internet radio can no longer be denied its influence. brotherbrotherbeercast.com
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2nd: Smiley Morning Show 3rd: Chick McGee
BEST LOCAL TV STATION WISH TV Instead of telling a joke about how a genie granted them this victory, we’ll tell you that WISH is knocking the local news game out of the ballpark. It’s a big reason they’ve won this category in back-to-back years — Indy residents love knowing what is happening around Indy. The icing on the cake? They’ve got Tracy Forner and his IndyStyle crew to keep you in the loop on everything from trendy clothes to tasty recipes. wishtv.com 2nd: WTHR 3rd: WXIN FOX59
BEST LOCAL TV ANCHOR OR REPORTER Brooke Martin The person reporting the news for the aforementioned best local TV station? That’d be Brooke! The Emmy-nominated anchor has you covered at 5, 10 and 11 p.m. Brooke calls herself a “Hoosier at heart” and says that Indianapolis was the perfect place to make her home. We’re really glad you did.
It’s 2016 and you’re not following us yet? That’s a problem. @NUVO_net
SOCIAL Best of Indy been the track announcer since 1985. wthr.com 2nd: Larra Overton 3rd: Michael Grady
BEST LOCAL WEATHERPERSON Sean Ash
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wishtv.com 2nd: Andrea Morehead 3rd: Marc Mullins
BEST LOCAL SPORTSCASTER (RADIO, TV OR ONLINE) Dave Calabro One year has passed since Calabro’s last victory in this category and his hair is still as good as it was then. Tune into “13 SportsJam” on Sunday evenings to find out what we’re talking about. Been to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in the past three decades? Then you’ve heard his voice. Calabro has
Weather makes the world go round. The snowstorm made your commute to work double in time. The wind gusts made you chase that hat you just purchased from the local thrift shop. The rainstorm made you second-guess your decision to leave your umbrella at home. It also drives TV news ratings. WTHR’s Sean Ash once captured eleven tornadoes in ninety minutes while storm chasing with Ball State. Now he lets you know when you should head to your basement and take cover from them. wthr.com 2nd: Chuck Lofton 3rd: Nicole Misencik
BEST LOCAL RADIO STATION WIBC Dethroning back-to-back champs WFYI, WIBC is Indianapolis’ home for conservative talk radio. Featuring weekday shows hosted by Tony Katz, Abdul-Hakim Shabazz and Greg Gar-
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rison, the station isn’t lacking in hot takes. But the best thing about WIBC is by far the Home and Garden Show Saturday mornings with Pat Sullivan, Dick “Dr. Dirt” Crum and Denny Smith — hilarious and still educational. wibc.com 2nd: WFYI 3rd: 92.3 WTTS
BEST LOCAL TWITTER FEED @AngelBurlesque This year’s best burlesque troupe is cleaning up, and in this instance that’s a good thing. Their bio speaks for itself: real is sexy. Indianapolis agrees. Angelburlesque.com 2nd: @IndianaGeeking 3rd: @TheDumpBuckets
BEST LOCAL INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT Angel Burlesque Sparkle on Angel, sparkle on. Angelburlesque.com 2nd: @indycdandvinyl 3rd: Blind Pig Confessions
BEST LOCAL PERSONALITY YOU’D WANT AT YOUR NEXT KEGGER Pat McAfee This was the biggest lock of the century. Who in their right mind WOULDN’T want McAfee at their next kegger? The Colts punter is the definition of a party, he has fun everywhere he goes, and he’s making a difference in people’s lives at the same time. McAfee hosted a comedy benefit in September to help raise money for the victims of the Kokomo tornado. Haven’t seen his standup? Your stomach will hurt from laughter. Three cheers for McAfee. patmcafeeshow.libsyn.com 2nd: Huck Finn 3rd: Nikki Reed
BEST LOCAL PERSONALITY YOU’D WANT AT YOUR NEXT DINNER PARTY Huck Finn
You smart people: you picked a musician to be the person you’d like at your next dinner party. Huck Finn is half of Russ Baum and Huck Finn, and we heard he’d like steak and a strong drink. russbaumandhuckfinn.com 2nd: Tony Troxell 3rd: Nora Spitznogle
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t’s no coincidence this guide comes out right before the crush of winter holidays. NUVO readers voted on their favorite places to get all kinds of goodies, and if you’re new to Indy, you can use this as a guide to all the hotspots you should stop at for all your ChristmakkahzaSolstice gifts.
BEST SHOP TO HELP FACILITATE YOUR BACKYARD CHICKEN DREAMS So backyard chickens are 1) totally legal and 2) totally baller. And Agrarian, the homestead shop of choice for urban hipsters, can hook you up with some fluffy nuggets. (Get it?) Beekeeping supplies, rain harvesting tools and all kinds of other good stuff, too. Agrarian, you’ve helped us dream big about making our backyard into an agricultural oasis.
BEST PLACE TO SPEND $20 BUT EARN THOUSANDS OF KARMA POINTS Global Gifts is the stuff of fair trade dreams. Our favorite little goody? The Peruvian finger puppets that come in literally dozens of variations. Lion? Duck? Shrimp? They’ve got a puppet for every finger. Beyond puppets — although we could talk about puppets for days, honestly — Global Gifts offers some of the best ChristmakkahzaSolstice gifts in town. And you know you’ve got shopping to do.
BEST PLACE TO SHOP FOR YOUR GEEKY DESIGN FRIEND Hey, we say this as the collective geeky design friend: get your ass to PRINTtEXT, the little shop on 52nd Street that features a wealth of high-end magazines, interesting zines and beautiful print products. This week, PRINTtEXT is launching a new, beautiful city guide called INDPLS at a party on October 15. You should go. Your geeky design friend will thank you later.
BEST PLACE TO TRICK YOUR FRIENDS INTO THINKING YOU KNOW SHIT ABOUT WINE Mass Ave Wine Shop lets you do exactly
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that. And this shop is somewhere you should ask a million questions. Tell the folks behind the counter what the occasion is or what’s for dinner, and they will have the perfect bottle. If Indy’s craft beer craze isn’t your speed, try some of their wine flights: you pick red or white and tell them how dry you want it, and they serve up a sampler. There are also some great board games stashed in the back hallway.
BEST SPOT TO GET IN ON THE LOCAL ART GAME Art Bank breaks down the notion that you have to be rolling in dough to be an art collector. They have over 30 artists, a slew of gallery rooms and tons of pieces for less than $100. If you want something big and bold though, there is fine art that can run
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over $5,000. The historical building used to be a bank, as you can tell from the huge vault in the back. Wander back there and the little room feels like you found a secret book lair. This is the Book Nook, with locally published titles. If you are an artist, go upstairs. There is another gallery space and an art supply store that focuses on “hardto-find items.”
BEST QUICK GIFTS FOR ANYONE Shop Tibet is tucked away in Broad Ripple off of the main strip. This is the satellite location that started with the one in Bloomington. The small shop is quaint and has a plethora of any kind of fabric you could want. All of the items are made in Tibet and the owner regularly travels to bring them back. There is a small music and books sec-
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BEST LOCAL DONUT SHOP Long’s Bakery
BEST LOCAL LIQUOR/WINE STORE Kahn’s The options here are nearly endless and the staff is always helpful and knowledgeable. If you’re looking to get into craft beer or learning wine, there is no better place to start. Search the aisles and aisles of wine and find your favorites; despite what you may think, you don’t have to break the bank for a great bottle of wine. When it comes to beer, you can always get some out of the cooler, but you’re at Kahn’s and it’s time to branch out and try something new from the giant shelf of specialty beers. And don’t worry, their liquor selection is incredible too, and they always have a few special and rare bottles. kahnsfinewines.com 2nd: Crown Liquors 3rd: Big Red
BEST LOCAL FARM-TO-FORK GROCER/MERCHANT Goose The Market What can we say? The meat is better than anywhere in the city, and they butcher, cure and sell it. Then, to take it a step further, the cheese selection — if you can find a better one, then let us know because cheese is life. Follow that with fresh, locally grown veggies, firewood, beer, wine, an incredibly knowledgeable staff and those sandwiches. If you haven’t devoured a Batali, then what have you been doing with your life? goosethemarket.com 2nd: Pogue’s Run Grocer 3rd: Wildwood Market
Wanna make a good first impression at a job? Bring a box of these babies into the office and you’ll be creating lifelong friends by noon. We’re pretty sure these donuts are made of manna and if there is a heaven for Homer Simpson, this would be it (if only they’d serve beer). We’re also pretty sure the name stands for the state of the line, because it will be long and worth it and we’ll be waiting in it with you with cash in hand, cause Long’s is cash only). facebook.com/longsbakery 2nd: Jack’s Donuts 3rd: Rocket 88 Doughnuts
BEST LOCAL CUPCAKES The Flying Cupcake The OG of cupcakes in Indy can come to you on the Northside, Downtown or via truck — or honestly one of a zillion other ways, because Flying Cupcake is simply everywhere in Indy these days. Vegan friend? They’ve got you covered. Birthday party you forgot to plan? Hit up TFC. And don’t forget one of their cute twirly ballerinas cake toppers to make your perfectly frosted cupcake look as sweet as it tastes. theflyingcupcake.com 2nd: Gigi’s 3rd: The Cake Bake Shop
BEST LOCAL BAKER — OF ANYTHING Long’s Bakery As above, so below. The donuts are the reason you’re here and that’s why there’s not much more to talk about. Bear claws, cake donuts, danishes (a fancy donut), pecan rolls, long johns, classic glazed, they have everything you could ever want and that’s why you’ll be back time and time again. facebook.com/longsbakery 2nd: Taylor’s Bakery 3rd: Amelia’s Bakery
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Despite the departure of their executive director Travis DiNicola earlier this year, Indy Reads has gone and is going strong. The local bookstore not only hosts local author lectures and events, it’s a source of revenue for the not-for-profit educational branch — a source for adult literacy in Indianapolis. If you are cleaning out your library, those titles can do a world of good here. indyreadsbooks.com
The owners of Indy CD and Vinyl have taken a delightful thing — a record store, nestled in Broad Ripple Village — and made it even more delightful. Renovations and reorganizations highlight the shop’s offerings, and the A-Squared Productions promotional know-how puts together major events like Record Store Day to a T. The point is this: a thriving, cultural city deserves thriving record stores. And we, Indy, have them. indycdandvinyl.com
2nd: Books and Brews 3rd: Bookmamas
BEST LOCAL COMIC BOOK SHOP Downtown Comics Our own comic guru Bridget Wilson can attest to this one. Downtown Comics is where our comic book blogger makes her videos. It also has one of the largest and freshest stocks of comic books in Indy. They have weekly shipments of new issues. Not to mention great locations Downtown, on the Westside and in Castleton. downtowncomics.com 2nd: Hero House Comics 3rd: Comic Carnival
2nd: LUNA Music 3rd: Karma Records
BEST LOCAL FLORIST McNamara Florist If it ain’t broke, don’t go to another florist. The more than 60-year-old Indy institution is the crème de la crème of Indy florists, with shops all over town, snappy delivery and beautiful blooms for days. McNamara’s has locations in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne and Greenwood, and online delivery capabilities. Send your mom a bouquet. Send your dad a bouquet. Hell, send us a bouquet! Oh, you shouldn’t have. mcnamaraflorist.com
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2nd: Gillespie Florists 3rd: Watt’s Blooming
BEST LOCAL HOME/GIFT STORE Silver in the City Need a gift for your second-cousin-once-removed? How about your estranged motherin-law? Your boss that you’re in a fight with? Your dog? Silver in the City is the place for gifts for any and all people — including, most importantly, yourself. The shop on Mass Ave has a good selection of jewelry that tends towards the delicate silver sort, plus an assortment of home decor and gag gifts. Try and visit without walking out with a little gift for yourself. We dare you. silverinthecity.com 2nd: Homespun 3rd: Junkyard Goddess Eco Boutique
BEST LOCAL BIKE STORE Indy Cycle Specialist This being one of this year’s editors’ picks shows just how great this bike hub really is. Scott Irons, an Irvington native, owns and runs the joint. He saw the need for a bike shop on Indy’s Eastside after returning to Indy after some time away (brought by the music industry). The shop boasts displays of Giant, Salsa,
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Felt, Surly and other makes. The basement is filled with ready-built bikes and a collection of vintage kids’ Schwinns. indycyclespecialist.com
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2nd: Freewheelin’ Community Bikes 3rd: Bike Line Broad Ripple
BEST LOCAL BANK/CREDIT UNION Forum Credit Union It was already established that NUVO readers prefer credit unions to banks. (It must be that “nonprofit/all-members-share-in-themonetary-goodness” vibe that credit unions are known for. After spending last year in the number three spot, Forum Credit Union leapfrogged over the competition to get to the top spot. Originally organized for Indiana Bell Telephone employees, Forum now services anyone who lives or works in Central Indiana. Forum offers personal and business financial services, 13 locations, mobile banking, membership perks and more. forumcu.com 2nd: Indiana Members Credit Union 3rd: Teachers Credit Union
BEST LOCAL AUTO DEALER Ray Skillman When it comes to cars, Ray Skillman Auto Group has just about anything you could possibly want. From Fords to several GM models to Honda, Kia, Hyundai and much more. If you need a vehicle, Ray Skillman can provide with nine locations throughout Indianapolis and Central Indiana. But probably one of the best things about Ray Skillman is their philanthropic attitude and community support. (Ray Skillman donated $500,000 to Lawrence Township Schools this year alone.) Buy a car and indirectly support local schools and causes. That’s pretty cool. rayskillman.com 2nd: Butler Toyota Scion 3rd: Honda of Fishers
BEST LOCAL SPA Urban Gypsy Talk about the whole package! Urban Gypsy makes everyone look and feel good from head to toe. A lot of spas have maybe six or seven massage offerings; Urban Gypsy has 15 different options, body art (Vajazzle anyone?) and body care options (because nothing beats a whole-body salt scrub). WInning in the category for a third year means they must be doing something right. urbangypsy.com 2nd: The Naked Monkey 3rd: Specific Kneads Massage
BEST LOCAL HAIR SALON Urban Gypsy Urban Gypsy dominates for the second year in a row in the second of many categories. urbangyspy.com 2nd: Urban Designs 3rd: Salon 6
BEST LOCAL BARBER OR PLACE FOR A MEN’S CUT Urban Gypsy
They cut your hair. What more do you need, man? urbangypsy.com 2nd: Warfleigh Barber & Supply Co. 3rd: Vinny’s Barbershop
BEST LOCAL CLOTHING STORE FOR WOMEN Urban Gypsy
Wait a minute, you mean Urban Gypsy does more than just hair and spa treatments?! How is that even possible?! Believe it. With clothes, jewelry, accessories and all of the other services they offer, women and men
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BEST LOCAL CLOTHING STORE FOR MEN James Dant
Tommy Dant changed the men’s clothing game in our city when he opened up this little shop in Irvington. The clothes here, while expensive, are the highest quality clothing articles you’re going to find in Indianapolis. The same goes for the accessories, including handcrafted rings, watches, knives, wallets, hats, and they even have their own line of beard oils for those of us with big ol’ bushy beards. The added bonus is Tommy is a local guy, who runs an awesome business and is always friendly and helpful when you’re looking to add a new piece of fashion to your life. jamesdant.com 2nd: Toolbox Men’s Supply Company 3rd: J. Benzal Menswear
This shop is up for another round of honors from NUVO’s Best of Indy. But it’s easy to see why, the clothes are well organized, there is a plethora of every great thrift store find you could hope for and there is always killer music overhead. Go get those Levis and floral vest, and godspeed.
broadripplevintage.com 2nd: Vintage Vogue 3rd: reTULLEd Consignment Boutique
BEST LOCAL ANTIQUE STORE Midland Art and Antiques Market
In business for over 16 years, Midland Art and Antiques Market is Indy’s choice for that one special find that matches nothing else except what you want. With over 200 dealers from all over the Midwest supplying their inventory, you never know what you are going to find from one day to the next, which is why Indy residents keep going back over and over again.
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midlandathome.com 2nd: Tim & Julie’s ‘Another Fine Mess’ 3rd: SoBro Vintage Market Antiques
BEST LOCAL GYM/FITNESS JOINT Naptown Fitness
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Looking to get swole and Instagram your biceps? Of course you are. Naptown Fitness can help you do that. Looking to get super bendy and practice acroyoga with your lover? Looking to perfect your
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snatch? Oh, Naptown Fitness can help you do that. There are three locations of this Downtown-centric gym, with CrossFit, yoga and all sorts of other good stuff on offer. #getswole
naptownfitness.com 2nd: Peak Performance Fitness 3rd: CrossFit Infiltrate
BEST LOCAL YOGA STUDIO Invoke Studio
Have you been meaning, for one thousand years, to take up yoga? Invoke is the place to do it. Why do you love it? It’s peaceful and tranquil and just absolutely full of classes for any schedule. Pilates? They’ve got it. Both beginners and experts are
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2nd: Dawn Whalen 3rd: Joe Everhart
Invokestudio.com 2nd: The Hot Room Indianapolis 3rd: CITYOGA
BEST LOCAL ATTORNEY Daniel Coffey
The old adage is that no one likes an attorney until they need one. If you need one, Daniel Coffey is the one to get. And since he specializes in the criminal defense of the types of things that get people in trouble the most (DUI, driving privileges and habitual offenders, check fraud, conversion, search & seizure and more), he knows his stuff. It’s good to have a name just in case you need it.
dancoffeylaw.com 2nd: Harvey Lancaster 3rd: Nathan Vining
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welcome as Invoke offers 100 classes a week from the basics to advanced vinyasa, plus trademarked classes like Bar Effect. Invoke has recently — very recently, in fact — expanded their space on Fort Wayne Avenue and at their Northside location. That means there is even more square footage to
After spending the last two years in the No. 3 spot for Best of Indy, Mike Perron makes it to the top of the readers’ list as the favorite realtor in town. Serving Indianapolis and the greater metro area, Mike Perron and his team of agents are ready to settle you into that new home or condo wherever you want and whenever you are ready.
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BEST LOCAL DENTIST Dr. Stephanie Martin
All right, dear NUVO readers. Your editor Katherine Coplen here, breaking the wall of “we” anonymity. Life comes at you fast, and sometimes you need to suddenly get 6-8 teeth totally root canalled and crowned after face-planting on asphalt. You, my friend, need to have a great dentist on call. (Second-place winner Dr. Paul Kolman did the aforementioned crowning of eight teeth in my case.) Fishers dentist Dr. Stephanie Martin at Martin Dentists took top honors in this year’s Best of Indy poll. She’s originally from Fort Wayne, and practices with her husband, Dr. Matthew Martin. Congrats, Dr. Stephanie Martin, for being the favorite dentist of Hoosier voters. Thank you for fixing our teeth.
martindentists.com 2nd: Dr. Paul Kolman 3rd: Dr. Mark Sherer
BEST LOCAL DOCTOR Dr. Antonio Turner
For the second year in a row, this optometrist is celebrated for continuing to keep Indy’s eyes healthy. This optometrist has an established practice in the CityWay development that utilizes
2nd: Dr. Kons 3rd: Dr. Karen West
BEST LOCAL VETERINARIAN FACE Low Cost Animal Clinic
Winning in this new category, FACE is Indianapolis’ premier no-kill shelter — and we love them for that. They’re a high volume spay/neuter clinic aiming to decrease the number of unwanted dogs and cats euthanized in the Indianapolis area. Just like their name indicates, they also offer low-cost medical treatments seven days a week. And if you’re looking to adopt a cute little kitten or pupper? FACE is the place.
facespayneuter.org 2nd: Humane Society of Indianapolis 3rd: East Side Animal Hospital
BEST LOCAL HOSPITAL I.U. Health
Not only is the I.U. Health network of hospitals spending another year as the top hospital in the city by your standards, but U.S News and World Report has ranked them nationally 19 years running. And with more clinical specialty programs than any other hospital in the state, if it ails ya, odds are they can figure out what it is and help
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just a real chill situation over there, man. You can get like, glass products and vapes, or maybe just a T-shirt with something real chill on it, you know? Let one of the knowledgeable staff give you the rundown on whatever you’re shopping for, and then just, like, don’t sweat the purchase process, even if it’s your first time. The Magic Bus is where you come to get quality product from folks who know what they’re talking about and love to help you get on the bus, too. Then maybe put on some Brian Eno on vinyl and like, really listen to it.”
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facebook.com/the-magic-bus 2nd: 20 Past 4 More 3rd: High on the Hill
BEST LOCAL VAPE SHOP World of Vapor Indy
If you are new to the vape world, this might be the place to start. The shop highlights themselves as being an open place for newbies and novices. The owner is a reformed smoker who touts the possession of vaping over traditional tobacco.
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2nd: Indy E-cigs 3rd: Sir Vapes-a-lot
2nd: Riley Children’s Hospital 3rd: St. Vincent
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BEST INDIANA COLLEGE/ UNIVERSITY Indiana University
You don’t have to be a graduate of Indiana University to be an IU fan. But as one of the oldest universities in the region, if you aren’t an IU grad, odds are pretty good that you are related to one, thus building the fan kingdom. We’re just waiting for basketball season.
iu.edu 2nd: IUPUI 3rd: Purdue University
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Artistic Skin Design and Body Piercing Boasting 17 tattoo artists (according to their website), Artistic Skin Design and Body Piercing has made sure to plant themselves all over Indy. They have locations on nearly every side of town, and all are filled with talented artists and piercers. (In fact, this editor just got one of her piercings done there.) Go to their website to see styles from each of the artists and to find one who might match what you are looking for. We strongly discourage getting a partner’s name though — for real, it’s the kiss of death.
artisticskins.com 2nd: Metamorphosis 3rd: Salty Siren Tattoo Lounge
BEST LOCAL SMOKE/HEAD SHOP Magic Bus
We had to quote our former managing editor Ed Wenck for this winner: “Hey man, it’s like, what more do you want to know about The Bus, ok? It’s
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Dildos! Get yer dildos here! Dongs! Dildos, vibrators and butt plugs! Lace panties and fireman outfits! Come one, er, come all! This longtime favorite supplies everything you need to get freaky. Need a recommendation? They’ve got a friendly, knowledgeable staff! Don’t quite know what you want? Get a surprise grab bag for a man, a woman or a couple, filled with an assortment of toys to rev your engine solo or together. They also have a wide selection of costumes, lingerie, fetish toys, DVDs and other goodies. The point is, get down there and get off creatively!
cirillas.com 2nd: Lover’s Lane 3rd: 20 Past 4 and More
BEST LOCAL ARTISAN/ CRAFTSPERSON(S): APPAREL AND ACCESSORIES Sunday Afternoon Housewife
Based out of her home, Martha Latta is the sole force behind the Sunday Afternoon Housewife. She uses upcycled materials to make everything from Scrabble tile pendants to damn near any sort of jewelry that you could want. Her main focus, however, is her clothing line. Her shirts, baby items, pint glasses and prints are available at Silver in the City, Little Green Bean Boutique, Nurture, Enroute Spa (at the airport), in Bloomington at Gather Shoppe and Martinsville at the Sterling Butterfly. We recommend the bracelets and earrings from original or vintage images and resin or her In Love T-Shirts.
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his year has been filled with big moves, openings and endeavors. Art giants all over the city have been going through growing pains, with departures like Henry Leck from the Indianapolis Children’s Choir, Travis DiNicola from Indy Reads, and moves such as iMOCA from Fountain Square and the Cabaret from the Columbia Club. No doubt it’s a time for transition, and with that we have taken note of some exciting changes afoot. You voted for some of your favorite things around Indy, now here are some of ours.
BEST INSTALLATION THAT FILLED A WHOLE CITY Columbus, Ind. is known around the country for being an architecture lover’s dreamland. It’s ranked just behind cities like New York and Chicago. While the town is impressive enough on its own and deserves a walkthrough, the city decided to take it a step further with Exhibit Columbus. Richard McCoy, formerly with the IMA, is working with Landmarks Columbus to scatter interactive art installations near buildings of interest.
BEST FINAL BOW After 30 years Indianapolis Children’s Choir founder and artistic director Henry Leck decided to step down. Since its original conception, the ICC has grown to cover nine counties. ICC has performed all over the United States and on nearly every continent. The choir’s reach is broad, but it was generated by Leck himself. Our news editor Amber Stearns was an ICC kid herself. For the NUVO Cultural Visionary Award that we gave him, she noted: “The reputation of the choir is renown based on its own merits as well as the reputation of Leck himself. Numerous composers from all over the world have written music specifically for the ICC. When Leck informed the choir’s administrative board that he would retire from his position as artistic director in the 30th anniversary year, composers were contacted to gauge
Craig Mince believes in the magic of moviegoing, the thrill of seeing otherworldly imagery light up the silver screen. In this age of Netflix, he pulls people off of their couches and into the theater. The manager of the IMAX Theater at the Indiana State Museum, Mince is always making trips to the cinema special, whether by decorating the lobby with a mural of the Millennium Falcon or screening local celebrities’ favorite movies. (This year included Mayor Joe Hogsett’s favorite, The Natural.) This isn’t your typical museum IMAX theater with a lineup of nature documentaries. Sure, it has some of those, but it also has something more compelling — Mince’s quirky personality and pure love of movies.
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interest in the creation of an original piece for Leck’s farewell concert. (Leck gave two years notice for his retirement plans.) Out of 15 composers contacted, 13 responded with the intent to write. As a result, all of the music performed in the final concert was original music, written specifically for the occasion.”
BEST OVERHAUL OF ARTS EDUCATION Last year at the annual Start With Art luncheon a monumental announcement was made — that Indy would be one of the chosen cities for the Any Given Child Indy program. The concept was created by the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. as a counterstrike to ever-lowering arts funding on a national level. The center provides $125,000 worth of guidance to folks in Indy who will be heading up the overhaul (like the Arts Council of Indianapolis, IPS, the city and various arts organizations). Over the last year the Center has helped create surveys and develop strategic plans, but now it’s up to Indy to finish the job.
BEST NEW SPOT ON THE BLOCK Indy’s Eastside is rapidly growing, especially with the help of bicentennial funding and the identification of the Great Places 2020 neighborhoods; one of which is Englewood,
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which is where Cat Head Press has set up shop. The visual art press is run by Dominic Senibaldi, Michael Hoefle, Liz Wierzbicki and Marna Shopoff. Over the last year they have received funding and support from iMOCA, Englewood CDC and LISC — some of which was because of their location. The space has five artist studios on the second floor and a central print shop and litho press on the main. Their end game is fine art printmaking studios for artists who can’t afford access to the expensive equipment.
BEST MURAL THAT (FINALLY) SHOWCASED AN INDIANA WRITER OF COLOR Indy’s rich literary history often gets labeled just as that — history. Current Hoosier authors like John Green and Dan Wakefield have breached best-seller lists, but what about the writers of color who are renowned in the literary world? Where is their recognition? The question isn’t easily forgotten now that there is a 30-foot mural of Indiana poet Mari Evans (who was also a founder of the Black Arts movement) along Mass Ave. The mural was commissioned by Big Car Collaborative and the artist, Michael “Alkemi” Jordan, was chosen by Evans herself. Big Car chief curator Shauta Marsh put it well: “I believe everybody should know who Mari Evans is and what she stands for and what she means for our community.”
Based in Bloomington, Bandit Motion Pictures is a production company making quite an impression. Its latest film — a crazy backwoods thriller called Plank Face — wowed audiences at September’s HorrorHound Weekend convention here and went on to receive rave reviews, including one from the famed horror magazine Fangoria. Earlier this year, Bandit Motion Pictures garnered acclaim across the world for another forest horror flick called Harvest Lake. Led by genre-lovers Scott Schirmer and Brian K. Williams, this film factory is bound to keep cranking out instant classics. Keep an eye on Bandit Motion Pictures — it’s making Indy’s horror community proud.
BEST FANCY FILM PALACE THAT’S NOT TOO ARTSY-FARTSY Since it opened five years ago, IU Cinema has included such world-renowned guests as Roger Corman, Werner Herzog, Peter Weir, John Sayles and Meryl Streep, to name just a few. It’s dedicating the month of October to filmmaker John Boorman, the master behind such classics as Excalibur and Deliverance. Although it’s geared toward hardcore, serious film students, IU Cinema knows how to kick back and have fun as well. (On February 2, it showed Groundhog Day all day long!) Whether you’re a complete and utter movie geek or just a casual film fan, IU Cinema is the place to go. n
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BEST LOCAL ART GALLERY Indianapolis Museum of Art The IMA has had their ups and downs since the price hike from totally free to $18. But we have seen innovative curation from folks like former IMA staffer Scott Stulen, who made a point to bring in local artists — something lacking from the museum in years past. With additions like the now-reoccurring mini golf course, the IMA hopes to boost community engagement and bring in those who wouldn’t normally come to an art museum. imamuseum.org 2nd: 5547 Project 3rd: Harrison Center for the Arts
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It’s simple: The largest children’s museum in the country deserves this win. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis constantly brings fresh exhibits and ideas to Indy. One that we love is What’s Your Story, which takes family and community oral history and turns it into an exhibit showing life all over the world. While you are there, try Chinese painting or check out the new Doc McStuffins area for the little ones. childrensmuseum.org 2nd: Indianapolis Museum of Art 3rd: Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library
Keller has a unique style of children’s illustration. And to show it off, she has a published children’s book under her belt. The Herron grad has developed her characters (all fantastic animals and creatures) into a recognizable brand. Her website bio recalls her being fascinated with reinventing the world around her from a very young age: “Ever since I can remember, I have always been drawing animals and caricatures, turning the family cat into a secret agent, or morphing my little sister into a gerbil.” kellerillustrations.com 2nd: Justin Jay McIntosh 3rd: Poke It With A Stick Art Co. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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Best of Indy you are, not 20 pounds from now. And Angel Burlesque has started bringing in audience members who want to make the jump — or twirl — to the stage. The troupe isn’t just women; there are a few men, too. With annual shows like the Nerdy and Flirty Gen Con themed show, it’s clear they have the art of the striptease down. You can see Angel Burlesque perform at venues all over Indy. angelburlesque.com 2nd: Dance Kaleidoscope 3rd: Know No Stranger
BEST LOCAL COMEDY VENUE OR GROUP Comedy Sportz Now 23 years old, ComedySportz has come a long way from rehearsing in people’s living rooms. Now under new ownership, the comedy hot spot has stayed true to their roots. Not to mention this year Indy won the ComedySportz world championship bout. Oh, and if you need to send a singing message to someone, they will write a killer melody — former NUVOian Kaitlyn found that out on her last day of work. indycomedysportz.com
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BEST LOCAL VISUAL 3-D ARTIST Matt Panfil Panfil is a local artist whose collages are more like an eye-spy game than anything. His threedimensional work is unbelievably intricate and brings a whole new meaning to collages. In his recent Do317 show he noted: “With my cut-paper collages, I’m primarily driven by the urge to coalesce seemingly disparate scenes, figures, symbols and various other imagery into a unified, complex narrative. I find myself constantly engaged with collage for its endless potential to infuse archetypal and abstract imagery, with which I seek to penetrate what Aldous Huxley dubbed ‘the mind’s antipodes’: subconscious realms of raw existential data.” rawartists.org/mpanfil 2nd: Miniatures of Tomorrow 3rd: Beatriz Artist Papel Picado
BEST LOCAL PERFORMING ARTS GROUP Angel Burlesque You’ll see it in the amount of categories this group swept: NUVO readers love them some Angel Burlesque. Run by local power couple Katie and Jeff Angel, the burlesque troop keeps winning the hearts (and eyes) of Indy’s performance lovers, hence they keep taking the win for NUVO’s Best Of. Katie Angel has been one of the most adamant advocates for body positivity, telling performers that the entire point of burlesque is feeling sexy as 32 BEST OF INDY // 10.12.16 - 10.19.16 // 100% SUSTAINABLE / RECYCLED PAPER // NUVO
2nd: Morty’s Comedy Joint 3rd: White Rabbit
BEST LOCAL COMEDIAN Jason Adams Adams has become something of a comedic legend in Indy. Known for his headlining shows with Indy Fringe Theatre, Adams is able to do everything from theater to magic shows. The common thread with all of his shows is his quirky sense of humor. Currently you can see him in Face Your Fears, a show that makes local performance artists conquer areas outside of their expertise. Indyfringe.org 2nd: Pat McAfee 3rd: Rick Garrett
BEST LOCAL LIVE THEATRE Beef & Boards Dinner Theater Indy’s only spot where you can get a full dinner in addition to a play, Beef & Boards has been open since 1973rd: According to their website, they have 155,000 theatergoers annually. This year you can expect Into the Woods, The Little Mermaid, Beef & Boards Christmas and A Christmas Carol. beefandboards.com 2nd: Pat McAfee 3rd: IRT
BEST LOCALLY PRODUCED PLAY Equus A Casey Ross production, Equus, showed at Fountain Square’s Grove Haus. The story
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starred Equus, who tried to recreate a crime in order to understand it. This play follows six horses who were blinded by a 17-year-old, and D. Martin Dysart, who tries to understand the “why” behind the crime. facebook.com/CaseyRossProductions
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2nd: Rocky Horror Show 3rd: Jekyll and Hyde-Indiana Performing Arts Initiative
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BEST LOCAL BURLESQUE TROUPE Angel Burlesque (See Best local performing arts group.) angelburlesque.com 2nd: White Rabbit 3rd: Rocket Doll Revue
BEST LOCAL BURLESQUE PERFORMER Katie Angel
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Asia LaBouche Doug Mellinger shines as local drag queen Asia LaBouche, and the character of Asia has clearly figured out her stuff when it comes to performance. She’s noted for her stand-up comedy on stage in addition to impeccable fashion. One of her recent highlights was when she was able to perform at Clowes Hall for the annual Spotlight fundraiser for the Indiana AIDS Fund. facebook.com/asia.labouche 2nd: Ana Crusis 3rd: Lola Palooza
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BEST LOCAL FILM FESTIVAL Heartland Film Festival You can set your watch by this local film festival, and you should since it brings in filmmakers from all over the world and brings local filmmakers out of the woodwork to show off their talent. And there is plenty more to them than just the weeklong festival in October. Heartland’s Summer Rewind;for instance, is a mini-fest revisiting films that caught attention during its annual fall festival. This year for the Heartland Film Festival they will continue their focus on Indiana filmmakers through the Hoosier Lens category in addition to their high school filmmakers. You wouldn’t believe the talent of some of these kids. Heartlandfilm.org 2nd: Gen Con Film Festival 3rd: Indy Film Festival
BEST LOCAL POET/SPOKEN WORD ARTIST Tasha Jones One of Indy’s many powerhouses of spoken word, writing and speaking, Tasha Jones exceptionally stands out. The state poet laureate nominee created the Hello Beautiful project nearly a decade ago to encourage self-love, especially amongst young women. The project 34 BEST OF INDY // 10.12.16 - 10.19.16 // 100% SUSTAINABLE / RECYCLED PAPER // NUVO
began when she was a teacher and has since been all over the country. You can feel the energy just from her spoken word though. iamtashajones.com 2nd: Corey Ewing 3rd: Eric Saunders
BEST LOCAL AUTHOR John Green Currently, Green is probably the biggest name in Indiana literature — or the most popular, at least. The young adult author, blogger, humanitarian and nerdfighter never seems to stop moving. We are eagerly awaiting his next novel or film adaptation, but in the meantime Green has been all over the globe. He has traveled to refugee camps and continues to share his experiences with his video series with his brother Hank Green. The Green brothers also created a series of videos known as CrashCourse — shortened classroom lessons told in an energetic way to help kids in various subjects. Green has been working on a curriculum to accompany it. (Green also won a NUVO Cultural Vision Award a few years back.) johngreenbooks.com 2nd: Hans Cummings 3rd: Pres Maxson
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BEST LOCAL PUBLIC PARK OR GREENSPACE IMA Hundred Acres It really is one of the best not-so-hidden pockets of Indy. In addition to the myriad of sculptures (like “Park of the Laments” and “Alfredo Jaar”) the park is home to hundreds of wildlife critters, a livable iceberg and lots of edible plants. You might want to check and see what is what first though. Or better yet, take the adult summer camp next year. The park is defined by its interactive installations: a viewing pier, benches, swing sets, the visitor’s pavilion and concession stand are all intriguing. imamuseum.org/visit/100acres 2nd: Garfield Park 3rd: Eagle Creek
BEST LOCAL AMATEUR OR COLLEGIATE SPORTS TEAM Naptown Roller Girls All right, if you haven’t been to a flat track bout yet then you are truly missing out. Indy ranks well nationally and has three tiers of skaters to boast: the Tornado Sirens are at the top of the heap, followed by the Warning Belles and the Third Alarm. Each Roller Girl does it on a volunteer basis, but who wouldn’t love picking a punk rock name, training with a
killer group of ladies and the risk factor of flat track (oh yeah, they can fly off of that track at any time). They also took home a prestigious NUVO Cultural Visionary Award this year. They have our vote! Naptownrollergirls.com 2nd: Indy Lightsaber Academy 3rd: Butler Bulldogs
BEST LOCAL PROFESSIONAL SPORTS TEAM Indianapolis Colts The Colts gave Indy one Lombardi trophy in 2006, and diehard fans think they might be able to do it again ten years later — or at least they hope so. Colts owner Jim Irsay believes newly re-signed head coach Chuck Pagano and general manager Ryan Grigson have what it takes to return to the Big Game. But a rough start to the 2016 season had fans questioning their return. One thing is certain: Star quarterback Andrew Luck has (mostly) proven that he’s able to fill Manning’s shoes and is considered the team’s most treasured player. Can we get the man an O-line, please? Colts.com 2nd: Indianapolis Indians 3rd: Indy Eleven NUVO // 100% SUSTAINABLE / RECYCLED PAPER // 10.12.16 - 10.19.16 // BEST OF INDY 35
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BEST LOCAL ATHLETE Pat McAfee McAfee has come a long way since his infamous swim in the Broad Ripple Canal years ago. The Colts punter has jumped onto the stand-up comedy scene — he’s got some A+ stories — with a bang, coming in a close second in that category this year. He’s also darn good at his day job, earning a Pro Bowl spot during the 2014 season. Safe to say he’s stayed true to his nickname Boomstick. Colts.com 2nd: Andrew Luck 3rd: Tamika Catchings
BEST LOCAL BIKE TRAIL Monon Trail If you are looking for plans for a day out you only need one word — Monon. This trail provides your activity (bike, walk, skate, run or move through at your choice) and plenty of entertainment from the many breweries, restaurants and shops whose front doors are directed right at the trail. The path has even become a real estate gold mine, with homes being coveted for their quick access. Follow the pedestrian-only route north/south, then hop off on the Cultural Trail for east/west. The Monon boasts some of Indy’s finest
public art and murals as well. Not to mention access to some killer parks, soccer, frisbee and football fields. indy.gov 2nd: Cultural Trail 3rd: indy Cultural Trail
BEST LOCAL OUTDOOR FESTIVAL Circle City IN Pride Festival Indy Pride has some big changes coming to it this year. In addition to bringing on an Executive Director in place of the former president (Jason H. Nolen-Doerr, who will serve in the interim until the festival next year), for whom the search will begin in 2017, the festival that is traditonally at the American Legion Mall will be moved to Military Park. Even though the changes might seem like a lot in one year, the spirit of the festival is growing every year with support from Indy. Hopefully someday soon Indy really will welcome all. Indypride.org 2nd: Indiana Microbrewers Festival 3rd: lrish Fest
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ood and drink are essential parts of life: They bring us together across all barriers and give us something to enjoy. Even if we want to fight and bicker over nearly every other aspect of this city, state, country or world, Indianapolis luckily has a shit ton of food and drink that are fucking delicious and that is something we all can be happy about. So pull up a chair, grab a glass of your favorite libation and let’s dig into the best food and drink this city has to offer.
BEST GODDAMN COOKIE IN THE WHOLE CITY We’re not sure if there’s crack cocaine in the Four Birds Bakery oatmeal cookie that the small bakery sells at places like Goose the Market, or if it’s just a really fucking good cookie. Cross-our-heart-hope-to-die, if you can eat only one cookie in all of Indy, make it this one. If Four Birds opened a brick and mortar shop, we’d literally move in, because this cookie, man. This. Fucking. Cookie.
BEST LOCAL SPOTS THAT OPENED AFTER BEST OF INDY NOMINATIONS ENDED New restaurants are popping up all over the city all the time, which is about the best “problem” a city could have. Since our nominations ended, dozens of new restaurants have joined the Indianapolis dining family. A few of these are well worth mentioning. You want seafood? Head to Mass Ave’s fanciest restaurant Salt on Mass. The seafood is fresh and delicious. Wanna play bartender? Rebar is a new concept for Indy where you pour your own beer from the taps, which is great for a night of beer tasting. The food is standard bar fare done well, and there’s no shame in that. Ever tried Russian food? Well, if you haven’t, don’t worry, you don’t have to go spend time shirtless, riding horses and fighting bears with Putin; head to Indy’s only Russian restaurant, Gregory’s Russian Restaurant, instead. Enjoy a cup of borsch
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and a plate of pelmeni (dumplings with pork and beef, mmm, вкусно).
BEST LOCAL FOOD TO EAT BY THE JARFUL Speaking of things we eat way too much of: Noblesville PB outfit B-Happy Peanut Butter makes something we thought couldn’t be done any better — peanut butter — well, better. B-Happy offers flavors like white chocolate pretzel, snickerdoodle and chocolate toffee, all with little crispy morsels nestled within the butter for a Rice Krispies-but-better type of experience. Find it in shops like Wildwood. We’re happy. We’re so, so happy.
THE BIGGEST REASON TO TAKE A DRIVE DOWN 38TH STREET Many people don’t quite realize the incredible quality of international restaurants on Indy’s Westside on and around 38th Street. It truly is a cultural epicenter when it comes to cuisine, with restaurants like Fritanga Nicaraguense (Nicaraguan), Havana Cafe (Cuban), Chapati (Pakistani), Inkas (Peruvian) and many more.
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If you want to branch out, but don’t want to go it alone, Indianapolis’ International Marketplace does weekly international lunch and dinner tours for you to join. Get to know all about it at imcoalition.org.
BEST POPCORN TO ACCOMPANY YOUR COCKTAILS The team at Plat 99 cooks up some incredible dishes and their bar program is continually in the top tier in the city, but the true gem of this place, other than the views, is the little bags of free truffle popcorn that accompany your drinks when they come to the table. The stuff is addicting and we’ve gotta say it’s reason enough to spend good money on a drink here.
BEST PLACE TO TOTALLY CRUSH YOUR BOYFRIEND AT NFL BLITZ WHILE DRINKING BEER It doesn’t get much more throwback than a night at Tapper’s Arcade Bar. Grab a can of Hamm’s, or if you’re a craft kid, go for the latest Indiana City offering, and get to playing your favorite arcade games (all of
which are free, except pinball machines). Challenge your S.O. to Mortal Kombat (just remember: Sub Zero- D, F, LP), and once you Finish Him, bring his spirits back up by working together to defeat Donkey Kong and his barrels or extend a second challenge of pouring beers for thirsty bar-goers in Tapper.
BEST (AND ONLY) PLACE RON SWANSON AND LESLIE KNOPE WOULD AGREE ON If you’re looking for meat and it’s breakfast time, the best meal of the day, then Love Handle is where you should be. The biscuits and gravy is like an American Dream, a true “man’s” meal; even if you have lady parts, you’re a man if you’re eating these. (That’s what Ron Swanson would say, anyway.) But, if you’re anything like my friend Leslie, you probably want to go for those sweet options — extra whipped cream, please and thank you — and there’s nothing wrong with that. Don’t miss their cheesecakes, which I top with pork belly, because I’m American and I can. n
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BEST LOCAL BEER FEST Indiana Microbrewers’ Festival
BEST INDIANA BREWERY Sun King Brewing Co. Once again, the team at Sun King reigns supreme. Is it due to their incredible philanthropic presence in in the state? Or possibly it’s the fact that they have spent seven years converting many mass-market drinkers from chugging cases of Bud and Coors to spending their money on locally made brews. They even helped change legislation to increase the barrel and distribution limits for Indiana brewers, allowing for more beer for you and me. In the end, all that matters is they’re making good beer, and we’re drinking a shit ton of it. sunkingbrewing.com 2nd: Bier Brewery 3rd: Black Acre Brewing Co.
BEST INDIANA BEER Sunlight Cream Ale — Sun King Brewing Co. It should come as no surprise that the Best Brewery would make the Best Beer. It’s light and easy on the palate and the perfect beer for craft beer lovers, as well as recent converts from the macro brew swill. The fact that you can get it in dozens of restaurants and bars around the city, or if you’re throwing a party there is always a local liquor store with plenty of cans for you and all your guests, helps make it the most popular beer in the city. sunkingbrewing.com 2nd: Workingman’s Pilsner — Fountain Square Brewing Co. 3rd: Lift Off IPA — Daredevil Brewing Co.
Any craft beer drinker will know why this festival has taken the top spot again this year. No beer fest celebrates the heart and soul of the beer community quite like the Microbrewers’ Festival. This is the festival where brewers pull out their small batch, off-the-wall beers and the local beer aficionados drink them up like they’re little 3-ounce samples of water after 40 days stranded in the desert. If tasting a barrelaged scorpion pepper gose is up your alley, you’ve probably been to every year of this fest. indybeerfest.com
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BEST LOCAL BEER SELECTION Twenty Tap Don’t be misled by the name; this place is stocked with way more than 20 taps, and that doesn’t even begin to touch the bottle and bomber selection. The worst part about this place is the fact that you spend as much time trying to narrow down to one (or four) craft beers to enjoy during each visit as you do drinking. The fact that their food is as good as their beer selection makes this the ideal spot for any and every night of the week. Twentytap.com
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BEST LOCAL SPECIAL, SEASONAL OR LIMITED-RELEASE BEER Grapefruit Jungle - Sun King Brewing Co. Just go and drink Sun King’s beer for fuck’s sake. Sunkingbrewing.com 2nd: Dorian Coconut Stout — Scarlet Lane Brewing Co. 3rd: Hop Your Face — Fountain Square Brewing Co.
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BEST INDIANA WINE Moscato — Oliver Winery Moscatos have become a favorite of many wine drinkers; its sweetness is enjoyable, especially in the warmer months of the year. If you’re going to drink a sweet wine there is no better place to get it than from a Bloomington-based winery that specializes in creating delicious sweet wines. The fact that Oliver’s Moscato may be their best foray into sweet wines is just one more reason for you to treat yourself to a bottle. oliverwinery.com 2nd: Rhubarb Wine — Mallow Run Winery 3rd: Indiana Champagne — Easley Winery
BEST INDIANA WINERY Oliver Winery Much like breweries, it is no surprise that the Best Wine would come from the Best Winery, but Oliver winning Best Winery isn’t purely due to its prolific wine selection; it’s also one of the most beautiful wineries you’ll visit in the state. Nestled in the hills of Southern Indiana just off SR-37, it’s the perfect place to stop for a weekend trip in Bloomington or Nashville to grab a bottle or two before heading to your
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cabin, boat or campsite. oliverwinery.com 2nd: Mallow Run Winery 3rd: Easley Winery
BEST INDIANA WINE FEST Vintage Indiana Wine Festival Vintage Indiana has won this spot for years and years, and it’s not showing any signs of slowing down in popularity. Taking over Historic Military Park every summer, this festival offers an incredible selection of wineries from around the state and always has an enjoyable lineup of bands for the day. This year was a little wetter than in past years (thanks, Mother Nature), but it still turned out to be a fun day of drinking wine in the rain. Vintageindiana.com 2nd: Ice Miller Wine Fest 3rd: Indiana Wine Fair (Story, IN)
BEST LOCAL WINE LIST St. Elmo Steakhouse If you’ve ever seen the wine cellar in this legendary Indianapolis restaurant, then you know why they’ve taken the top spot. There are bottles in the stone-floored room older
than any Millennial, which shouldn’t surprise as much as the fact that they have 20,000 bottles of wine. If you feel like impressing guests with a swanky meal, there is no better way to do this than to have a private meal in the wine cellar, surrounded by the bottles of wine you plan on drinking during your meal and all their thousands of friends. stelmos.com 2nd: Tinker Street 3rd: Tastings
BEST LOCAL DISTILLER Hotel Tango Hotel Tango was the city’s first distillery when it came into Fletcher Place and they have been creating multiple award-winning spirits since then. The mountain-lodge-esque taproom is one of the most comfortable rooms in the city with its handcrafted stone fireplace and comfy couches; add to that the deftly crafted cocktails and you have a recipe for a nearly perfect evening of drinking Indianapolis-crafted spirits. Oh, and they have a pixie bobcat named Fletcher Pickles and he’s the best. hoteltangowhiskey.com 2nd: Broken Beaker Distillery 3rd: 12.05 Distillery
FOOD and DRINK BEST LOCAL COFFEEHOUSE Hubbard & Cravens With four locations in Indianapolis, Hubbard & Cravens is a fan favorite no matter which corner of the city you call home. The families behind this locally owned chain have traveled far and wide to get beans from the most conscientious coffee growers in the world, and it shows in their coffee. While their coffee is great, they also happen to serve one of the finest cups of tea in the city, and with nearly 20 styles to choose from there’s something for everyone. If you’re looking for a new favorite coffee drink, look no further than the Healthy Elephant. hubbardandcravens.com
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shop does its best to be environmentally friendly while serving up yummy classic flavors like vanilla and chocolate alongside intriguing tastes like Grasshopper and Whistle Stop Wake Up. But who are we kidding, you’re there for the 64th Street Special, pretty much the biggest banana split you’ve ever seen. Unless you’re vegan, in which case you’re still in luck; they always have dairyfree flavors available. bricsindy.com 2nd: Mrs. Curl 3rd: Handel’s
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Abbi Merriss and her team have created one of the most interesting (and ever-changing) menus in the city. They have remained at the top of the farm-to-fork movement since they opened and each year it just gets better and better. With Amelia’s now open next door, the bread literally walks feet from where it’s made; they work closely with many local farmers to source their menu; and oh yeah, their cauliflower is so good it will bring tears to your eyes. That’s right — cauliflower. bluebeardindy.com
BEST LOCAL COFFEE ROASTER Hubbard & Cravens Are you starting to see a trend here? The people that make the best products tend to serve the best products and so it should come as no shock that the most loved coffeeshop also boasts the highest voted coffee. As you read above, the people at Hubbard & Cravens pride themselves on choosing conscientious coffee growers, and due to that mindfulness their roasts are top quality. hubbardandcravens.com 2nd: Bee Coffee Roasters 3rd: Tinker Coffee Co.
BEST LOCAL ICE CREAM BRICS There ain’t no better place to stop for an ice cold treat when you’re making your way up and down the Monon. This little ice cream
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BEST LOCAL CHINESE RESTAURANT Egg Roll #1 It’s always been a surprise that a place with this name could be so incredibly good, but it’s the main reason so many people make their way to the Emerson Avenue exit on Indy’s
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Southside — besides living on the Southside, of course. The best word to use for it is actually “Asian-fusion” and that is because while there is plenty of awesome Chinese food here, they also serve some of the best pho (everyone’s favorite Vietnamese noodle soup) and their Thai options aren’t to be trifled with. Eggroll1.com 2nd: Naisa 3rd: Szechwan Garden
BEST LOCAL JAPANESE/SUSHI RESTAURANT Ichiban Sushi Bar & Asian Cuisine It’s a rarity to see a place take the top spot after not having made the top of the charts in the previous years, but the people at Ichiban are definitely doing something right and the most notable thing is their rolls. While their nigiri and chirashi are great options, they shine when it comes to rolls, and in Indianapolis, this is the way to do it. Add to that their don buri options that are a treat for your palate and wallet, and what more do you need? ichiban31.com 2nd: Asaka 3rd: Sushi Club
BEST LOCAL THAI RESTAURANT Siam Square There’s no doubt that Siam Square has continually served authentic, quality Thai food to the city of Indianapolis since it opened. The fact that it takes the Best of Indy spot year after year is proof of its popularity with the people of the city. If you haven’t ever slammed some pad seuw at lunch or yum softshell during dinner, then you’re doing yourself and your city an injustice. siamsquareindy.com 2nd: Thai Spice 3rd: Thai Taste 42 BEST OF INDY // 10.12.16 - 10.19.16 // 100% SUSTAINABLE / RECYCLED PAPER // NUVO
BEST LOCAL INDIAN RESTAURANT India Garden Once again India Garden takes the top spot (as it has every single year) and we must say, it’s all about that Indian buffet. It’s hard to say what exactly sets this place apart, mainly because there are so many great things to say about the northern Indian cuisine that this kitchen cooks up every day. While the chicken tikka is near Tandoori perfection here, you have to branch out and try something exciting like the garden special biryani or the crazy spicy lamb madras. indiagardenindy.com 2nd: TIE Shalimar, Spice Box 3rd: Clay Oven
BEST LOCAL ITALIAN RESTAURANT Mama Carolla’s What can we say, they serve better Italian than your mama. The place feels just like an Italian home that has been nestled into SoBro, the patio is easily the most romantic place to have dinner in the city (spoiler alert) and the food — marone! — the food is a treasure. It doesn’t get much better than a glass of chianti and an Uncle Dino’s, well, maybe a Pasta Too Good and a Peroni. Finish your night at the bar and have Rizzo make you a nightcap. mamacarollas.com 2nd: Iaria’s Italian Restaurant 3rd: Milano Inn
BEST LOCAL MEXICAN RESTAURANT La Margarita It’s all in the name, so head to the bar and get a margarita, or two, or three. If you happen to have a Burrito Azteca to accompany
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those sweet, sour and salty cocktails, well, then you’re just making a better night for yourself. Plus, you can’t beat La Margarita’s house-made salsas. The family behind La Margarita has served our city for more than 30 years, and they’ll be serving us amazing Mexican food for at least 30 more. Lamargaritaindy.com 2nd: La Parada 3rd: La Hacienda
BEST LOCAL GREEK RESTAURANT Santorini Greek Kitchen Start off with some ouzo, then cover your cheese in alcohol, light it on fire and scream OPA! From there it really doesn’t matter what you eat; whether it’s pastitsio (pretty much Greek lasagna), a leg of lamb or something simple like gyro, you can’t go wrong with your decision. The only hard decision you’ll make is deciding how much baklava is too much baklava. It doesn’t get much easier than that, does it? Santorini-greek-kitchen.com 2nd: Greek Islands 3rd: Canal Bistro
BEST LOCAL MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT Bosphorus Istanbul Café Climbing its way to the top this year, Bosphorus is one of two Turkish restaurant in the city and for that reason alone it is a not-to-be-missed restaurant. If you’ve never had doner, it is similar to gyro, but just different enough to be an exciting dish; but if you’re going to do Bosphorus the right way, go for a Bosphorus Special. It’s an insane amount of food, but sometimes it’s worth going into a food coma. Also, watch out for the owner; he has a knack for spilling beers on customers. Bosphoruscafe.us 2nd: Canal Bistro 3rd: The Mediterranean Grill
BEST LOCAL AFRICAN RESTAURANT Abyssinia There is no meal in Indianapolis that is more unique than here. You’re seated at a handsewn communal table, you have a mass of food in front of you, including injera (a type of bread and staple of Ethiopian cuisine) which will essentially be your utensils for the meal. Grab the soft pancake-like bread in your right
hand and dig in (literally) to to the bountiful, spicy, savory food items around the table; two favorites are the Azifa and Minchet Abish. Then, finish off with a cup of Ethiopian tea, the ritual behind it is fascinating and the taste is bold and fantastic. abyssiniaethiopianrestaurantindy.com 2nd: Major 3rd: Axum Ethiopian
BEST LOCAL BRITISH/ENGLISH/ CELTIC RESTAURANT Chatham Tap The Prince Dean’s Angel Wings are good enough to make you believe that they’re truly angelic. The atmosphere during international soccer matches is electric, and once you have a pint or two of your favorite ale in you you’ll be cheering and jeering right along with the crowd. The fact that they also serve late-night makes this the perfect place to end a night on Mass Ave, especially with those garlic and cheese chips — sure it’s just fries covered in ranch and cheese, but damn they’re addicting. Chathamtap.com 2nd: The Red Lion Grog House 3rd: Union Jack’s
BEST LOCAL CAJUN/CREOLE RESTAURANT Yats
You know it, you love it and once again you’ve voted it the best. Yats is the perfect answer to “I want good food for cheap” and it has been for years. Fill yourself to the brim with some chili cheese étoufée or vegan white chili, garlic bread and a healthy dose of your favorite hot sauce. If you’re lucky enough to be near one of the locations with beer on the menu, don’t pass up on the chance to imbibe some local brews. Just don’t get drunk enough to believe you’re on Bourbon Street. Yatscajuncreole.com 2nd: Papa Roux 3rd: B’s Po-Boy’s
BEST LOCAL SOUL FOOD RESTAURANT Maxine’s Chicken & Waffles Maxine’s has made its way into the mouths, and subsequently, the hearts of a great many Hoosiers. Over the nine years since opening, Maxine’s has been mastering the art of one of soul food’s staple ingredients, fried chicken, and taking it a step further with peach butter and waffles. While this is the eponymous dish at this food spot, there are plenty of other
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options such as the perfectly fried catfish or a twist on a southern staple: fish and grits. No matter what you order, there will be “a taste of love in every bite.” Maxineschicken.com 2nd: Kountry Kitchen 3rd: Mississippi Belle
BEST LOCAL DELI/SANDWICH SHOP Shapiro’s Delicatessen A kosher-style delicatessen so steeped in tradition that it rivals most anywhere in the Midwest as the place to get corned beef and pastrami piled on top of rye. It is familyowned and operated and it is an Indianapolis landmark, which is why nearly 2,000 people a day walk through their doors for the aforementioned sandwiches, matzo ball soup, mac and cheese and an endless list of other deli staples. (Don’t miss their cheesecake, too. It’s a thing of wonder.) Shapiros.com 2nd: Goose the Market 3rd: Fat Dan’s Chicago Style Deli
BEST LOCAL CRAFT BURGERS Bru Burger Getting in here isn’t always the easiest because it’s continually packed, but good news is there is plenty to see up and down Mass Ave while you’re waiting. Once you’re inside the wait is always well worth it; the juicy burgers, awesome craft beer selection, even the sides are special like the crispy onion rings and, oh man, the mac and cheese. It brings a smile to my face just thinking about it. Bruburgerbar.com 2nd: Kuma’s Corner 3rd: Punch Burger
BEST LOCAL CHEAP BURGERS Steer-In The decor hasn’t been updated in at least 50 years and that’s just part of the charm of this place. With a menu this size it’s impossible to choose just one of the ridiculously delicious items, but you wouldn’t be making the wrong decision to go with a burger. Don’t forget to pair it with an ice cream float or malt. You won’t find any cool, trendy articles about the Steer-In in any local publication and that’s because they are superb at doing classic diner dishes and doing them well. Steerin.net 2nd: Workingman’s Friend 3rd: Punch Burger
BEST LOCAL ARTISAN PIZZA Bazbeaux They were making artisan pizzas before “artisan” was a thing. Now they have three locations around the city and there are dozens of reasons why their name is still synonymous with high-quality pizza. They’re using local ingredients, making their pizzas by hand, serving local and craft beer. But it all comes down to a singular reason: They bake a mighty fine pizza pie. Bazbeaux.com 2nd: Jockamo Upper Crust Pizza 3rd: Napolese
BEST LOCAL CHEAP PIZZA Hot Box Pizza If you’re anything like me, the cups in your dorm room or college apartment consisted entirely of HotBox’s plastic cups from all of the times you ordered pizza and a Coke to save you when you were too blitzed to drive and suffering from the drunchies.
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What you may not realize is that HotBox is a local chain and they don’t try to do anything but make good, easy pizza. The best way to get some HotBox is with The Deal, a large one-topping pizza, breadsticks and two sodas for $16.99. That, ladies and gents, is a deal. hotboxpizza.com
after a week of cardio workouts. Steerin.net
2nd: Pizza King
This quintessential Indianapolis restaurant has been serving top-quality steaks, service and world-famous shrimp cocktails for over a century. It has been named in Forbes’ Top Ten Classic Restaurants Well Worth Visiting. It is a classic white tablecloth steakhouse and a place frequented by many of Indy’s most recognizable faces. Not much has changed since 1902 (including its famous wine cellar that is filled with prized wines) and they wouldn’t have it any other way. Stelmos.com
3rd: Blaze Pizza
BEST LOCAL WINGS Ale Emporium If it starts with Herman-it is a wing you should eat; it will blow your taste buds away. The wings here are huge, the dry rubs are better than anything else you’re eating this month and they come by the pound. So order a few pounds, get a beer (none of that Macro crap) and go to town on these babies. Then, right when you think you’re too full to order anymore, order some to go; you’re gonna want those for later. Ale-emporium.com
2nd: Edward’s Drive In 3rd: Mug-N-Bun
BEST LOCAL STEAK St. Elmo Steakhouse
BEST LOCAL SEAFOOD
3rd: Chatham Tap
For 13 years Oceanaire has served fresh, daily delivered seafood to Indianapolis, giving us a quality of seafood that shouldn’t be available in the Midwest. Their oyster selection is unbelievable. The dishes are spectacular, from the classic buttery options to modern takes. The kitchen team here makes sure to use as much local produce as it can in its chef’s selections and they are continually improving. It is still as good as it was 13 years ago; in all honesty, it’s better, as is all of Indy’s food scene. Theoceanaire.com
With that gigantic menu there truly isn’t much you can’t get here, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that two of their items should be favorites in the city; you know, due to probability. Indiana is known for its tenderloins and Steer-In just so happens to make the best one. Their famous paddle of pork is as wide as their menu and makes the sandwich bun look like a Hawaiian roll. Make sure you go hungry and preferably
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BEST LOCAL BREAKFAST/ BRUNCH PLACE Steer-In Oh, yeah. Not only do they make the best lunch, but breakfast here is killer. The fact that they won best tenderloin should have tipped you off that they also happen to cook up an amazing breakfast. Yes, it’s greasy. Yes, it’s huge. Yes, you should start your day off with it — as long as it’s a day that doesn’t require a whole lot of activity. It’s hard to be active when your pants won’t button all the way up. Steerin.net 2nd: Milktooth 3rd: Lincoln Square Pancake House
BEST LOCAL VEGETARIAN/VEGAN RESTAURANT Three Carrots I’ll never give up eating meat; if you have, good for you, but I can’t, mainly because I don’t want to. With that in mind, Three Carrots makes me feel okay going meatless a meal at a time because their menu is filled with so much vegan goodness. My personal favorite happens to be the vegan biscuits and gravy, but a close second is the Rich Girl, a play on a po’boy that puts many meat-filled po’boys to shame. threecarrotsindy.com 2nd: The Sinking Ship 3rd: Ezra’s Enlightened Café
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with your friends or share it with the people at the next table; that’s what tapas are all about. If you’re wanting more bang for your buck, don’t miss out on their brunch. It’s an all-you-can-eat brunch including a buffet and food from the kitchen, plus there’s sangria. I know what you’re doing this Sunday. barcelonatapas.com 2nd: Bluebeard 3rd: Marrow
BEST LOCAL PLACE TO EAT CHEAP Yats Yep, told you it was cheap. This was my go-to in college when I was running low on money (so, like, every day) and my friends wanted to go out for a meal. Usually I stuck to the meal plan at Butler (thanks Mom and Dad!), but sometimes it is important to get some flavor in your life, and Yats has plenty of that to go around. Why are you still reading? Just go eat Yats already. yatscajuncreole.com 2nd: Peppy Grill 3rd: Steer-In
BEST LOCAL PLACE FOR UPSCALE DINING Bluebeard This truly is only as upscale as you make it. While it’s possible to spend top dollar on a large meal here, including a bottle of wine or two chosen by the sommelier and full dishes for everyone, it’s just as easy to split some small plates, maybe some charcuterie, and not destroy your wallet. If I may make a suggestion, splurge at least once for the upscale meal; it is an experience you won’t soon forget and will remind
FOOD and DRINK you why Bluebeard is consistently ranked in Indy’s top restaurants. Bluebeardindy.com 2nd: Harry & Izzy’s 3rd: Tinker Street
BEST LOCAL PLACE TO HAVE A ROMANTIC DINNER Mama Carolla’s Told you it was a spoiler, but seriously, that patio is the absolute best place for date night. The Italianate architecture, statues and fountains, the soft glow of the lights and the quiet hum of the crowd make for a beautiful and intimate evening. Share a bottle of wine, spend the evening conversing and fill up on delicious Italian food. That’s amore. Mamacarollas.com
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BEST LOCAL RESTAURANT FOR THOSE LATE-NIGHT MUNCHIES Sinking Ship When you’re walking into “the ship,” there is no doubt you’ll see an eclectic crowd, especially if you’re walking in during the wee hours of the morning. That’s because the late-night munchies don’t discriminate and neither does Sinking Ship. They have options for anyone and everyone, whether you need a spicy Chuck Norris burger, a cup of chili, some vegan seitan wings or a sack of balls (donut holes), they’ve got you covered. sinkingshipindy.com 2nd: Peppy Grill 3rd: Hot Box Pizza
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2nd: St. Elmo Steakhouse
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3rd: Rick’s Cafe Boatyard
When your head server has been taking care of tables and bringing back a slew of regulars for 40 years, you know you’re doing something right. A meal at St. Elmo is truly an experience unlike anywhere else in the city, and for this reason, many of the city’s most well-to-do citizens have business meetings here, celebrities come back every time they’re in town and people like you and I go here during special occasions, because we know it is special and the service is one of the major aspects of that special-ness. Stelmos.com
BEST NEW LOCAL RESTAURANT St. Joseph Brewery and Public House At St. Joseph’s, you’re drinking beer in a church and hopefully you’re doing so on Sunday, because that means you’re having one of the best brunches in the city on top of it. Sitting beneath the arched ceilings eating this meal, it’s easy to think that you’re enjoying something heavenly. Just remember that old verse: “On the eighth day God created beer, and it was good.” saintjoseph.beer 2nd: The Eagle
2nd: Tinker Street 3rd: Three Carrots
3rd: Rook
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BEST OUTDOOR DINING Rick’s Cafe Boatyard If you’ve ever eaten at a waterside restaurant in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina or anywhere on the country’s southeastern coast, you’ve eaten at Rick’s, except you spent a lot more money getting there and on the food itself. Rick’s is always a wonderful experience, watching the calming water on Eagle Creek reservoir and enjoying delicious seafood in the summer sun. rickscafeboatyard.com 2nd: Flatwater 3rd: Scotty’s Brewhouse
BEST FOOD TRUCK Scratch Truck If you’re looking to overindulge a bit, look no further than this food truck. Every dish is gluttonous and so fucking delicious. While they’re known for the Scratch Burger and it was chosen by multiple people as their favorite burger in Indy, the real treat here is the poutine; there is no food so sinfully good as their poutine. scratchtruck.com 2nd: Beast
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BEST PLACE FOR A PICNIC IMA Hundred Acres The last of the Indianapolis Museum of Art’s spaces that is FREE to enjoy, the Hundred Acres is filled with interactive artworks, trails weaving through the woods and a scenic pond to sit by during your picnic. Spend an afternoon jostling through the woods, enjoying
the eclectic artworks or, if you’re feeling more active, take a jog up the canal towpath. indianapolismuseum.org 2nd: Holliday Park 3rd: Eagle Creek State Park
BEST LOCAL CHEF Jeremiah Clark — Mesh on Mass Thought Jeremiah’s name isn’t one you hear continuously chanted in the headlines, over his years at Mesh he has crafted an incredible menu that plays on classic dishes with modern riffs. To get a taste of the best of his best, his pork osso bucco is otherworldly; if you’re wanting something a little lighter, that tuna burger is one of the best burgers you’ll ever have the joy of tasting. meshrestaurants.com 2nd: Rod Lee — Alley’s Alehouse 3rd: Abbi Merriss — Bluebeard
BEST OVERALL LOCAL RESTAURANT Bazbeaux If Indy Pizza Week taught us anything, it’s that Hoosiers love us some pizza and so coming in at the top this year is Bazbeaux. You want something classic like pepperoni, you can get that, but this is the place to branch out and try something new and intriguing. Pair it with whichever of their craft beers tickles your fancy and you’re set for a delicious and satisfying meal. bazbeaux.com 2nd: Tinker Street 3rd: Scotty’s Brewhouse
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NUVO’s NightCrawler browsed all the local art Downtown this weekend at this year’s Monumental Art Fair. The art was diverse, ranging from ceramics to painting, photography to ... Jewelry made from fruit! What is more awesome than that?! Monument Circle was packed with artists and art-lovers alike.
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If you were an artist, what kind of art would you create?
SARAH H. Northside Abstract paintings, because what’s in your head is interesting
SAYA B. Northeastside Spray paint art
STEVE B. Broad Ripple Impressionism
TRACY B. Northside I write and consider that an art
TRISTAN K. Northeastside I love to draw and paint portraits
AUDREY J. Broad Ripple I would do fashion design
BROOKE K. Broad Ripple Anything involving neon colors. I love neon.
JOHN K. Nora Surrealsim
JARED P. Nora Creating ceramics
LEAH T. Near Norhtside I would photograph the city of Indy!
LYNN D. Northeastside I like drawing
MATT P. St. Louis I would make an interactive musical sculpture
MOLLY B. Cincinnati Music is my art
ROBERT C. Downtown I love to do photography
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ow as your Music Editor, I might be a little biased, but I think music is the best thing that exists on planet Earth. Okay, a lot biased. But really: Is there any greater pleasure that exists on this temporal plane than hearing your favorite band play in your favorite venue? Nope. We’re gonna say a strong nope to that. Your Best of Indy music section includes your favorite bands, venues, albums, and so much more. For those, turn the page.
BEST PUNK SHIT WE’VE SEEN ALL YEAR
Draken Mogollón hasn’t had all the breaks in life, but he is an 11-year-old who loves music. This was abundantly clear watching him on stage playing Brad St. Patrick’s guitar after Black Cat Rebellion’s set at Kids’ Punk Rock Night. This kid talked his way onstage and then, unlike most would, when suddenly put on the spot, he actually had the chops to do something with the instrument. We’ve all been the wide-eyed kid in the room, looking up to musicians, wanting to be that guy on stage ruling the crowd. Draken’s already taken more than a few steps toward that goal, and in my eyes that is Punk As Fuck.
BEST PUB TO FEEL VERY, VERY BRITISH Duck inside The Wellington’s wooden door and you may as well be transported to the Leaky Cauldron — or perhaps a Muggle British establishment. Seriously, the Wellington, which is attached to Corner Wine Bar, is so quaint it doesn’t even have a sign. The drinks are stiff, the dartboards are usually open and seating is comfy enough to have a little kip. This is a Broad Ripple Strip spot that doesn’t feel at all like a spot on the Broad Ripple Strip.
BEST 100-YEAR-OLD REASON INDY’S MUSIC SCENE RULES Indianapolis has had a music scene of international importance since at least
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1928. That’s the year Indy blues gods Leroy Carr and Scrapper Blackwell recorded their groundbreaking version of “How Long, How Long Blues.” The record was an immediate hit. It was bigger than a hit. It was a sensation. Blackwell’s single-string leads changed the way guitarists approached their instrument and Carr’s impossibly cool vocals led Black American music in a more urban direction. And while we’re visiting the 1920s, If you factor in the importance of outlying spaces in Central Indiana like Richmond’s Gennett Records, then Indiana certainly emerges as one of the most important music-making hubs of early 20th century global culture. From Charley Patton to Louis Armstrong, Gennett was recording some of the most revolutionary musicians of the era. Indianapolis would continue to produce musicians of global importance into the ’30s, ’40s, ’50s and ’60s. Artists like Freddie Hubbard, J.J. Johnson and Wes Montgomery defined new levels of cool while changing the sound and perceptions of their chosen instruments.
BEST GROUP PHOTO Hands down, it’s the shot by Mark Sheldon from Indy Jazz Fest’s Wes Montgomery tribute day you see at the top of this
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page. From front, you see: Robert Montgomery, Fareed Haque, Russell Malone, Darren Montgomery, Dave Stryker, Royce Campbell, Henry Johnson, Zev Feldman, Willie Jones III, Luke Sellick and Rick Germanson. That’s a whole lot of musical power gathered to celebrate the music of Wes — plus his mother and son. Hey, there’s a reason Indy Jazz Fest won Best Festival in this year’s Best of Indy — okay, no more spoilers.
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Having attended several all-encompassing music events in recent years, I cannot say that I ever have attended one that featured such a diverse representation of voices as Fountain Square Music Fest. Alongside Andrew W.K. and Thurston Moore, all kinds of local musicians were given a chance to show off their talent, whether it was Hoops with their guitar-pop or Sweet Poison Victim with their invigorating afro-funk. When I think of my ideal cultural events of any kind, this is what I want to see most. The more this city’s local music communities come together and make awesome things happen, the better.
For years, Polka Boy has taken over places like the Rathskeller and performed three sets for a legion of dads — including our own dad. Polka Boy is the best kind of cover band: One that has a ton of fun; one that has hyper-loyal fans; and one that plays polka. What can we say? Our brains have been melted by gigantic mugs of weihenstephaner and love of “Hungarian Dance No. 5.”
Okay, so you’re reading a print magazine at this moment in time, right? So it makes sense that you’re also — if you’re a loyal reader and local music fan — investing in some vinyl once in a while. There’s more than just our great local record stores to thank for the abundance of vinyl. Local labels like Joyful Noise Recordings, In Store Recordings and new kid on the block Fonoflo Records pump out tons of interesting, beautiful vinyl releases yearly. Keep independent music (and independent print media) alive by investing in physical copies of the music you love. Okay, stepping off our soapbox now. n
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MUSIC and NIGHTLIFE Best of Indy BEST LOCAL INSTRUMENTALIST Ritchie Wilkison
BEST LOCAL ARTIST/GROUP OVERALL, ANY GENRE Jambox
… and he’s backed up on “Tom Sawyer” by Ritchie Wilkison on guitar, who takes top honors for Best Local Instrumentalist this year. … jamboxindy.com 2nd: Huck Finn 3rd: Charlie Ballantine
If there’s one thing you, dear readers, have made abundantly clear during your best-of voting, it is this simple fact: You freakin’ love cover bands. And we get it! Is there a better feeling than singing along to your favorite song by your favorite band with your favorite friends at your favorite venue? We’re gonna say no — unless you add eating a delicious taco to the mix. Last year, Jambox took top honors in the Best Cover Band slot, and this year, you pushed them all the way to the Best Local Band overall. Jam on, Jambox. jamboxindy.com
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2nd: Russ Baum & Huck Finn 3rd: Glamerica
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BEST LOCAL COVER BAND Jambox Is this really a surprise? No. No, it’s no surprise at all. jamboxindy.com 2nd: Glamerica 3rd: Living Proof
BEST LOCAL VOCALIST Eric Rozens … And the total lack of surprises keeps on coming. Eric Rozens is the singer in Jambox, and he does one of the best “Tom Sawyer”s the Central Indiana region has ever seen. ... jamboxindy.com
Jambox And there’s one more for the cover band that apparently owns all of Indy’s hearts and minds. Jambox plays regularly at rock venues in town: Southport Bar and Grill, The Doghouse, and Ziggy’s. We recommend, heartily, that you catch ‘em out on the town. Jamboxindy.com 2nd: Sugar Moon Rabbit 3rd: Glamerica
Oreo Jones Jones is more than a wildly popular MC — he’s a member of White Moms, a collaborator with zillions of Fountain Square musicians and the founder of the wildly successful hip-hop fest Chreece, which finished its second year in the Square with another sold-out crowd. Jones also dropped one of the most highly anticipated albums of 2016, Cash for Gold, this spring and showcased it on the road with Ghost Gun Summer through the fall. It’s no surprise that Ghost Gun Summer guys Sirius Blvck and John Stamps took second and third place in this poll: Indy loves GGS, and GGS loves it right back. oreojones.com 2nd: Sirius Blvck 3rd: John Stamps
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The best thing about being a band labeled “different” is being such a band and still finding a dedicated fan base. Bizarre Noir’s visually inventive, ever-growing live stage show is a big part of what has continued to attract those fans, giving Bizarre Noir a leg up on the competition when it came to Best of Indy voting this year. “We think of our stage show as a way to tell a story and be visually entertaining at the same time,” says Bizarre Noir’s singer Chris Charles. “Our local fans have been very helpful in the voting, creating a snowball effect. It turns out there are a lot more weirdos out there than we’d thought!” — JONATHAN SANDERS bizarrenoir.bandcamp.com
We’ve gotta hand it to you Indy: you love your pop-culture-referencing bands. Yavin 4 is a Star Wars-riffing band that also hits the con circuit, plus pops up at punk venues like the Mel. Members are from The Enders, Devil to Pay, The Hardees and Lockstep. Sample lyrics? “You think that you could ever ride with me / I run a custom 74-Z / It’s built for power and it’s stripped for speed / You can’t take it / You can’t take it.” Don’t get it? Schedule your Star Wars marathon session ASAP. facebook.com/TheYavin4
2nd: Catalytic 3rd: Devil to Pay
BEST LOCAL POP The Shake Ups in Ponyville To know the many projects of Patrick O’Connor (guitarist/vocalist in Five Year Mission, The Shake Ups, The Madeira) is to love the many projects of Patrick O’Connor. The wave of popularity surrounding My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic hit Indy power poppers in The Shake Ups, and they evolved to become The Shake Ups in Ponyville, a pony-fied version that hits the con circuit. theshakeups.net 2nd: Moxxie 3rd: Shiny Penny
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BEST LOCAL BLUES Scott Ballantine and Andra Faye For the second year in a row, this excellent pair has nabbed Best Local Blues. The pair plays out all over the place (sometimes with Best Local Jazz winner Charlie Ballantine, Scott’s son). Guitarist Ballantine and mandolin/vocalist/fiddle player Faye make magic together — yes, blues, but jazz and country too. facebook.com/andraandscott 2nd: Jennie DeVoe 3rd: Gene Deer
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Scott-Heron this side of the Mississippi. Asad is one of the hardest-working talents on the Indianapolis soul scene, performing and recording at a steady pace while raising the banner for Indiana soul music here at home and beyond. Asad brings a high level of quality to all his musical endeavors, so it’s always worth taking time to check out his latest project. — KYLE LONG bashiriasad.wix.com 2nd: Julia Kahn Music 3rd: Josh Kaufman
BEST LOCAL JAZZ Charlie Ballantine For a second year, Jacobs School-trained guitarist Charlie Ballantine takes top honors in the jazz world — and it’s particularly fitting that he claims a top spot as Jazz Fest celebrates the music of Wes Montgomery, a Hoosier jazz guitar legend. Ballantine’s latest is Providence, a collection of quietly assertive tracks that showcase his talent to a T. charlieballantine.com 2nd: The Tucker Brothers 3rd: Jared Thompson
BEST LOCAL MUSIC FESTIVAL Indy Jazz Fest It’s a delightful coincidence that we’re penning this blurb as Indy Jazz Fest continues all around us. The festival has morphed in recent years to a 10-day takeover of Indianapolis, popping up in surprising and expected places (IUPUI’s Campus Center, The Jazz Kitchen, Eskenazi Hospital). It remains true that Indy’s jazz community is the gem in our musical history crown, and that every year that another Jazz Fest takes over Indy is a good year. indyjazzfest.com 2nd: Fountain Square Music Fest 3rd: Virginia Ave. Folk Festival
BEST NEW LOCAL ALBUM (AFTER JAN. 2015) Charlie Ballantine — Providence Listening to an advance copy of Providence, I am struck by its interlacing of boldness and sensitivity. It is simultaneously atmospheric and personal, opening with “Old Hammer,” a tone poem taking you on a cityscape walk with a personality of immediate consequence. You meet the neighbors and strangers, all your senses engaged. Guitar doodling opens “Providence” with a hint of bossa nova sliding into a ballad with a pas de deus between guitar and alto sax, growing into a melding and blending of organ, drums and bass. “Eyes Closed” is dreaminess growing into ecstasy — it is shape-shifting, tempo change-driven. “Gentle Lena Clare” is pure poetry — a soundbite Ken Burns would snatch up for a documentary. — RITA KOHN charlieballantine.com 2nd: Shake Ups in Ponyville - Rock Candy 3rd: American Bombshell - No Regrets
BEST NEW LOCAL MUSIC VIDEO Julia Kahn Music — “ALICE” If a picture says a thousand words, a music video must say about a million. We’d really recommend you go watch this awardwinning vid instead of reading this blurb — because honestly, we don’t have room for a million words. Okay, we’ll give you a couple: Think Alice Through the Looking Glass plus many men in masks. Now, head off a-Googling! juliakahnmusic.net 2nd: Stay Outside - “Void” 3rd: Mandog - “Hunter (Good Nose)”
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MUSIC and NIGHTLIFE Best of Indy “I can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings,” he says. “For a little place that only operates part time, it has brought a lot of happiness to me, and everyone that I have had the privilege to work with … and a lot of amazing music.” Did you sigh audibly while reading that? We did. facebook.com/neon-cornfield 2nd: Alan Johnson 3rd: Ryan Gibbons
BEST LOCAL RECORDING STUDIO Neon Cornfield Champlin’s domain, of course, is Neon Cornfield, which once again took top honors in the studio category. He named his space after the recording studio he worked at as a kid, crafting zillions of ’70s jingles. His new spot pumps out albums by the likes of Lindsey McKenzie, The Damn Nears, Natalie Coffin and The Rehab AllStars. Neon Cornfield will celebrate a decade of recording in the not-so-distant future. facebook.com/neon-cornfield 2nd: Playground Productions Studio 3rd: The Static Shack
BEST INSTRUMENT/GEAR SHOP Sam Ash Here’s the exception: Yeah, we know it’s not local, but the selection’s really, really broad — and you’re bound to run into a Central Indiana musician trying to make ends meet by working the counters in the daylight hours. They offer workshops, lessons and repair, and you’re allowed to play “Stairway.” Sam Ash also sponsors beaucoup local small stages, like Joyful Noise Recordings and festivals like Chreece. Thanks for the support of local music, Sam Ash! samashmusic.com 2nd: Arthur’s 3rd: Guitar Center
BEST LOCAL DJ DJ Action Jackson Rad Summer impresario Ben Jackson puts together some of the best dance nights in town, at Metro, The Hi-Fi, White Rabbit and, well, really, everywhere. We’re lucky he’s decided to make Indy his home base for his killer parties and great dance music label. radsummer.com 2nd: DJ Kyle Long 3rd: DJ Metrognome
BEST LOCAL LABEL Joyful Noise Recordings We could just list all the albums Joyful Noise Recordings has released in the last year that shows, without a shadow of a doubt that they definitely deserve to be on top of this list, but instead, we’ll highlight one moment of one show of one festival
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this year. Picture: Jad Fair, Stranger Cat, Sleeping Bag and Kishi Bashi all in the same room, all soaking up their mutual excellence while Russian Recordings’ Mike Bridavsky records on-the-spot lathe-cut singles for Fountain Square Music Fest. Joyful Noise Recordings is a perfect wonder. Treasure them, Indy. Treasure them. joyfulnoiserecordings.com 2nd: Blonde Entertainment 3rd: Sparkjoy Music
BEST BIG VENUE FOR LIVE MUSIC Old National Centre (Egyptian Room / Murat Theatre) It’s kind of cheating for Old National Centre to win this category, since really the Centre features three different big venues for music — four, counting the parking lot where Food Truck Fridays go down. But seriously: The Egyptian Room and The Murat are two of the best places in all of Indy to hear live music, and bookers are pretty omnivorous about what they bring to the center. That means, in the same week, you can see Slayer AND Andrew Bird. What a world! oldnationalcentre.com 2nd: The Vogue 3rd: Klipsch Music Center NUVO // 100% SUSTAINABLE / RECYCLED PAPER // 10.12.16 - 10.19.16 // BEST OF INDY 57
MUSIC and NIGHTLIFE Best of Indy BEST ALL-AGES VENUE Old National Centre Only once in a very rare blue moon do you have to worry about being locked out of a show by your favorite band because you’re under 21, and that’s in the very rare instances that underground space Deluxe goes 21+. Otherwise, the Old National Centre is an all-ages oasis, a place to rock your face off among 12-year-olds and 72-year-olds alike. oldnationalcentre.com
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BEST SMALL VENUE FOR LIVE MUSIC The Hi-Fi The DO317/MOKB Presents crew did a very good thing when they opened up The Hi-Fi at the Murphy Arts Center three or so years ago. The venue is a perfect robin’s nest of a place: roomy enough to fit in 150 or so crazed fans for a sold-out weekend show, but small enough to feel super intimate when it’s you, your favorite band and ten of your friends. Expect some changes to that
size, though, when the Hi-Fi reopens in January after a renovation and expansion into the iMOCA space. The venue leans towards roots and rock, but expect regular local hip-hop, a smattering of metal and punk and all kinds of go-to weekly, monthly or bi-monthly events like Punk Rock Karaoke, MoTown Mondays and Highlife with Sweet Poison Victim and DJ Kyle Long. Hifiindy.com 2nd: Jazz Kitchen 3rd: 5th Quarter Lounge
2nd: 5th Quarter Lounge 3rd: Emerson Theater
BEST OPEN-MIC NIGHT Niko’s Open Stage at Alley’s Alehouse
2nd: Grove Haus 3rd: Hoosier Dome
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ment to the local music scene and self-expression draws a non-conformist crowd that likes to hang here, and recently a few dance nights have been retooled to feature stuff like drum and bass. Take a break in the PBR Lounge or out on their chill back patio. melodyindy.com
Hats off to everyone who runs the Melody Inn, a.k.a. NUVO’s Cheers (it’s right across the street from our office, and we couldn’t be happier). And good luck finding a place better suited to local punks than the Melody Inn. Every Saturday, they host Punk Rock Night, and for many, many years in a row, NUVO readers have named it their favorite spot to listen to punk music — although the adventurous bookers get into all kinds of other genres, too. The stage setup is great for getting close to the bands, and the small bar scene is full of music mementos and wacky decorations. Melody Inn’s commit-
Niko’s Open Stage made the switch from Claude and Annie’s to Alley’s Alehouse — and you wonderful open mic-ers very loyally followed him over. All kinds of performers can get onstage at Niko’s Open Stage. Yup, that means singer-songwriters, kids with guitars they got for Christmas, comedians, magicians and anyone else who has a trick, tip or song to share. After the open mic-ers while away their 20-30 minutes apiece, the stage is open for an improv jam. You picked it as your favorite place to open mic in all of Indy — and that’s saying something, because this city is chock-full of open mics. alleysalehouse.com 2nd: Ralph and Ava’s 3rd: Books N Brews
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It doesn’t get much more classic than a martini and a cigar in a dark lounge around tables with a group of friends. Sitting in the basement bar, it’s easy to look through the smoky room and imagine that gentleman at the bar is James Bond hitting on Vesper Lynd, not too subtly. “A medium dry martini, lemon peel. Shaken, not stirred.” nickyblaines.com
Nicky’s has served cigars to this city for years and it still continues to keep one of the best humidors and selections in the city. The ambience is a major plus; when you think of cigars, most people’s minds either go to Hemingway and Havana or to lounge singers, Frankie, Dino, Sammy and a dark smoky room. Nicky’s is the latter, and that is why it holds a special place in our hearts. nickyblaines.com
The Monkey’s Tale loves to tout that they were featured as NUVO’s number one place to sing in Indianapolis the last time we went around and quantified the karaoke scene. And they’ve done it again! They’re definitely the coziest, tucked away off the main Broad Ripple strip, and they attract a lively crowd of Indy’s best singers. Their Monkey Idol contest is still in full swing, where for a $3 entry you can slug it out to win $100 and an entry for the February Main Event contest worth $1,000. But bring your A-game, because the singers here come to play. If contests aren’t your thing, they have open karaoke on Thursday, Friday and Sunday, along with Karaoke Wheel of Fortune on Wednesdays: Spin the wheel, find your genre! Drinks are reasonably priced by Broad Ripple standards, and they have daily drink specials. Most nights start at 10 p.m., and they stay open well into the wee hours. themonkeystale.net 2nd: Metro 3rd: Downtown Olly’s
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BEST TEQUILA BAR Bakersfield on Mass Ave.
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It was a close one this year, but Bakersfield came out on top, and it’s undoubtedly due to their extensive tequila list. But, it also definitely has to do with those margaritas. While you can’t go wrong with a classic Bakersfield margarita, it’s all about that spicy margarita; unless they have their watermelon and rosemary margarita. Oh, just do whatever you want, they’re all so good. bakersfieldtacos.com
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2nd: La Margarita 3rd: La Revolucion
Mona is one of the hardest-working bar owners in the city, running a music venue that brings in some of the best metal shows in the Midwest and also keeping her drink prices low enough to be able to enjoy a few beers or cocktails throughout the shows. She knows her clientele and does her best to provide them with everything they ask for and, in turn, they give her their undying loyalty. facebook.com/FifthQuarterIndy 2nd: Corey Ewing at Alley Cat 3rd: Stephanie Sutherland at Shallo’s
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This neighborhood Irish bar is pretty much considered a second home to many people on Indy’s Eastside. It’s one of a rare breed of bars that has served its neighborhood from generation to generation and has gained a loyal client list. The fact that the kitchen cooks up one of the best breaded tenderloins in the city, as well as nearly perfect fish and chips, puts it at the top of this list.
People throw the name “dive bar” around a lot, usually at places that are actually just neighborhood bars. That’s all fine and dandy, but Alley Cat is closer to a dive bar than nearly any you’ve been to in the city, especially the back bar. The fact that you literally walk through an alleyway to get there makes it seem that much more dive-y. It’s perfect for a beer and a shot and maybe some pool and picking some tunes on the jukebox. But if you care about good cocktails, ask Corey; he’s in the top tier of bartenders in the city.
If you’re going to do trivia in Indy, why not answer questions in between bites of scotch eggs? Get you a trivia place that can do both. (Both being “cook a perfect scotch egg” and “offer compelling, interesting trivia at regular intervals.”) redliongroghouse.com
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2nd: Sinking Ship 3rd: Chatham Tap
BEST SPORTS BAR Scotty’s Brewhouse So many TVs. All of the Scotty’s locations have TVs out the wazoo, and for that alone they are the perfect sports bar, since you can literally watch any game you desire. Add to that a good beer list (including their own brewery Thr3e Wise Men) and an extensive menu full of goodies including the addictive 7 Tidals Buffalo Dip and the Shewman Special Burger, and you have a place to sit and watch games all day long. 2nd: Chatham Tap 3rd: Ale Emporium
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Metro In the absence of Talbott St., which sadly closed earlier this year, we’re so glad Indy has other stellar gay clubs to fill the void. Metro is one of those clubs, with tons of karaoke, multiple floors to party on and g-r-e-a-t DJs. There’s yummy pub food, strong drinks and a group of bartenders that’s really more like family. Not into karaoke? Pool tables are another option, as is a good dose of peoplewatching. The clientele is mostly gay, but
2nd: English Ivy’s 3rd: Greg’s
BEST TRIVIA NIGHT Red Lion Grog House
Metro This is a true fact: Gay bars are often the best dance clubs. And everyone is welcome at Metro, so dance until the wee hours on Mass Ave. metro-indy.com 2nd: lke and Jonesy’s 3rd: The White Rabbit Cabaret
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ARIES (March 21-April 19): A study published in the peer-reviewed *Communications Research* suggests that only 28 percent of us realize when someone is flirting with us. I hope that figure won’t apply to you Aries in the coming weeks. According to my analysis of the astrological situation, you will be on the receiving end of more invitations, inquiries, and allurements than usual. The percentage of these that might be worth responding to will also be higher than normal. Not all of them will be obvious, however. So be extra vigilant. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The ancient Greek sage Socrates was a founder of Western philosophy and a seminal champion of critical thinking. And yet he relied on his dreams for crucial information. He was initiated into the esoteric mysteries of love by the prophetess Diotima, and had an intimate relationship with a *daimonion,* a divine spirit. I propose that we make Socrates your patron saint for the next three weeks. Without abandoning your reliance on logic, make a playful effort to draw helpful clues from non-rational sources, too. (P.S.: Socrates drew oracular revelations from sneezes. Please consider that outlandish possibility yourself. Be alert, too, for the secret meanings of coughs, burps, grunts, mumbles, and yawns.) GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The Helper Experiment, Part One: Close your eyes and imagine that you are in the company of a kind, attentive helper -- a person, animal, ancestral spirit, or angel that you either know well or haven’t met yet. Spend at least five minutes visualizing a scene in which this ally aids you in fulfilling a particular goal. The Helper Experiment, Part Two: Repeat this exercise every day for the next seven days. Each time, visualize your helper making your life better in some specific way. Now here’s my prediction: Carrying out The Helper Experiment will attract actual support into your real life. CANCER (June 21-July 22): New rules: 1. It’s unimaginable and impossible for you to be obsessed with anything or anyone that’s no good for you. 2. It’s unimaginable and impossible for you to sabotage your stability by indulging in unwarranted fear. 3. It’s imaginable and possible for you to remember the most crucial thing you have forgotten. 4. It’s imaginable and possible for you to replace debilitating self-pity with invigorating self-love and healthy self-care. 5. It’s imaginable and possible for you to discover a new mother lode of emotional strength. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): It’s swing-swirl-spiral time, Leo. It’s ripple-sway-flutter time and flow-gush-gyrate time and jive-jiggle-juggle time. So I trust you will not indulge in fruitless yearnings for unswerving progress and rock-solid evidence. If your path is not twisty and tricky, it’s probably the wrong path. If your heart isn’t teased and tickled into shedding its dependable formulas, it might be an overly hard heart. Be an improvisational curiosity-seeker. Be a principled player of unpredictable games. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Some English-speaking astronomers use the humorous slang term “meteor-wrong.” It refers to a rock that is at first thought to have fallen from the heavens as a meteorite (“meteorright”), but that is ultimately proved to be of terrestrial origin. I suspect there may currently be the metaphorical equivalent of a meteor-wrong in your life. The source of some new arrival or fresh influence is not what it had initially seemed. But that doesn’t have to be a problem. On the contrary. Once you have identified the true nature of the new arrival or fresh influence, it’s likely to be useful and interesting.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Most of us can’t tickle ourselves. Since we have conscious control of our fingers, we know we can stop any time. Without the element of uncertainty, our squirm reflex doesn’t kick in. But I’m wondering if you might get a temporary exemption from this rule in the coming weeks. I say this because the astrological omens suggest you will have an extraordinary capacity to surprise yourself. Novel impulses will be rising up in you on a regular basis. Unpredictability and spontaneity will be your specialties. Have fun doing what you don’t usually do! SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): During the final ten weeks of 2016, your physical and mental health will flourish in direct proportion to how much outworn and unnecessary stuff you flush out of your life between now and October 25. Here are some suggested tasks: 1. Perform a homemade ritual that will enable you to magically shed at least half of your guilt, remorse, and regret. 2. Put on a festive party hat, gather up all the clutter and junk from your home, and drop it off at a thrift store or the dump. 3. Take a vow that you will do everything in your power to kick your attachment to an influence that’s no damn good for you. 4. Scream nonsense curses at the night sky for as long as it takes to purge your sadness and anger about pain that no longer matters. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A Buddhist monk named Matthieu Ricard had his brain scanned while he meditated. The experiment revealed that the positive emotions whirling around in his gray matter were super-abundant. Various publications thereafter dubbed him “the happiest person in the world.” Since he’s neither egotistical nor fond of the media’s simplistic sound bites, he’s not happy about that title. I hope you won’t have a similar reaction when I predict that you Sagittarians will be the happiest tribe of the zodiac during the next two weeks. For best results, I suggest you cultivate Ricard’s definitions of happiness: “altruism and compassion, inner freedom (so that you are not the slave of your own thoughts), senses of serenity and fulfillment, resilience, as well as a clear and stable mind that does not distort reality too much.” CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Now is a perfect moment to launch or refine a project that will generate truth, beauty, and justice. Amazingly enough, now is also an excellent time to lunch or refine a long-term master plan that will make you healthy, wealthy, and wise. Is this a coincidence? Not at all. The astrological omens suggest that your drive to be of noble service dovetails well with your drive for personal success. For the foreseeable future, unselfish goals are well-aligned with selfish goals. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Has your world become at least 20 percent larger since September 1? Has your generosity grown to near-heroic proportions? Have your eyes beheld healing sights that were previously invisible to you? Have you lost at least two of your excuses for tolerating scrawny expectations? Are you awash in the desire to grant forgiveness and amnesty? If you can’t answer yes to at least two of those questions, Aquarius, it means you’re not fully in harmony with your best possible destiny. So get to work! Attune yourself to the cosmic tendencies! And if you are indeed reaping the benefits I mentioned, congratulations -- and prepare for even further expansions and liberations.. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Some astrologers dwell on your tribe’s phobias. They assume that you Pisceans are perversely drawn to fear; that you are addicted to the strong feelings it generates. In an effort to correct this distorted view, and in accordance with current astrological omens, I hereby declare the coming weeks to be a Golden Age for Your Trust in Life. It will be prime time to exult in everything that evokes your joy and excitement. I suggest you make a list of these glories, and keep adding new items to the list every day. Here’s another way to celebrate the Golden Age: Discover and explore previously unknown sources of joy and excitement.
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