Slippery Noodle Inn

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Slippery Noodle Inn[edit | edit source]

The Slippery Noodle Inn is a renowned establishment located in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. It is recognized as the oldest continuously operating bar in the state of Indiana, having been established in 1850.

History[edit | edit source]

The Slippery Noodle Inn was originally built as a roadhouse (a small, often rural, establishment such as a pub or inn, catering mainly to travelers) in 1850. Over the years, it has served various purposes, including a stop on the Underground Railroad, a bordello, and a hangout for notorious gangsters like John Dillinger.

Today[edit | edit source]

Today, the Slippery Noodle Inn is best known as a blues bar. It has two performance stages and hosts local, regional, and national blues bands seven nights a week. The Inn has received numerous awards and recognitions for its contribution to the blues music scene, including being named "The Best Blues Bar in the Nation" by the Blues Foundation.

In Popular Culture[edit | edit source]

The Slippery Noodle Inn has been featured in various television shows and movies, including Good Morning America, CBS Sunday Morning, and the movie Eight Men Out.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD