Hoagies & Hops
Restaurant
When my husband and I moved out to Indiana in 2007 to be closer to my parents, we quickly realized that we missed the delis and hoagie shops that we grew up loving in South East PA. With a degree in Restaurant and Hospitality Management from Penn State University in 2002, I pursued a General Managment position at Elbow Room and a few years later became Operations Mananger for the LUX Restaurants in Indianapolis.
After many years of having family and friends from back east send us PA grub, I decided it was time to bring it here for all Indianapolis to enjoy. With Bread coming from South Jersey, meat, pickles and chips coming from Philly and the heart of Pennsyvania Dutch Country we hope to give our new home of Indy a taste of what South East PA comfort food is all about.
A big thank you to our family and friends from PA to Indiana who have supported us and a special thanks to my husband and parents for all of their help in my opening of Hoagies and Hops.
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Located between Meridian-Kessler and Rocky Ripple, Butler-Tarkington is home to one of the city’s most iconic institutions: Butler University. The presence of the university shapes much of the neighborhood’s character, with cultural offerings like Clowes Memorial Hall, year-round sporting events, and scenic spots like Holcomb Gardens open to the public. Butler-Tarkington also borders key thoroughfares and sits just five miles north of Monument Circle, giving residents easy access to downtown while maintaining a close-knit, walkable feel.
The area’s mix of classic homes, tree-lined streets, and neighborhood retail hubs offers both residential comfort and local convenience. Residents can find coffee shops, bookstores, and restaurants at the 56th & Illinois corridor — home to Lunch Money Boutique, Kids Ink Children’s Bookstore, and Byrne’s Grilled Pizza. Recreational options include The Riviera Club, with its pools and tennis courts, and the nearby Central Canal Towpath, a popular route for running, biking, and dog walking. Tarkington Park also serves as a community hub, offering an updated playground, splash pad, café, and regular events.
Civic pride runs deep in Butler-Tarkington, thanks in part to one of the city's longest-running neighborhood associations. From local events to walkable access to cultural and outdoor amenities, this neighborhood offers a balanced lifestyle that appeals to longtime residents and newcomers alike. With connections to Broad Ripple and an active community life supported by institutions like the Martin Luther King Community Center, Butler-Tarkington remains a cornerstone of Midtown living in Indianapolis.
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