
Free Tacos Alert: Social Cantina Opens in Broad Ripple!
Indianapolis’s vibrant Broad Ripple-Meridian Kessler area is set to welcome its newest dining hotspot: Social Cantina. The popular Mexican restaurant brand will open its sixth location on November 10, 2025, bringing its fresh flavors, unique brunch service, and exciting promotions to the neighborhood.
Your New Go-To for Tacos and Margaritas
Social Cantina, part of the Bloomington-based Finney Hospitality Group (known for The Tap), is expanding its footprint to 4573 N. College Avenue. This 4,500-square-foot space, previously home to Gallery Pastry Shop, has been completely updated to offer a fresh dining experience, including a spacious 1,000-square-foot patio perfect for enjoying the Indianapolis weather.
Taste the Freshness: Menu Highlights
Diners can look forward to a menu built on fresh ingredients, featuring house-made sour mix for their craft margaritas. The culinary lineup includes favorites like Chicken Tinga and Carne Asada Tacos, alongside a rotating Taco of the Month. To complement your meal, enjoy beers from The Tap Brewery, including their new Mexican lager, Mano de Dragon, with notes of cracker, sweet corn, and noble hops.
What sets the College Avenue location apart is its exclusive weekend brunch service, promising new reasons to visit beyond tacos and tequila. The restaurant also plans for regular patio parties, tequila dinners, and local partnerships, solidifying its role as a community gathering spot. An outdoor mural by Indianapolis-based artist Kimmy Wachtel adds a distinctive local artistic touch.
Score Free Tacos with Butler Basketball
In an exciting local partnership, Social Cantina has teamed up with the Butler University Athletic Department for special promotions during men’s and women’s home basketball games this season. FHG Rewards members can score free tacos via the app at any Indianapolis-area Social Cantina location whenever an opposing player misses two consecutive free throws.
Where to Find Social Cantina: All Locations
Here’s a quick guide to all Social Cantina locations, so you can plan your next visit:
| Location | Address | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bloomington, Indiana | 125 N. College Ave. | Original location |
| Carmel, Indiana | 350 Monon Boulevard | |
| Indianapolis, Indiana (Downtown) | 148 S. Illinois St. | |
| Indianapolis, Indiana (Broad Ripple) | 4573 N. College Ave. | Opening Nov. 10, 2025! |
| Mishawaka, Indiana | 235 Ironworks Ave. | |
| Nashville, Tennessee | 820 4th Ave. |
Frequently Asked Questions
- When does the new Social Cantina in Broad Ripple open?
The new location at 4573 N. College Avenue in Indianapolis opens on November 10, 2025. - What kind of food can I expect?
Social Cantina serves Mexican cuisine, including Chicken Tinga and Carne Asada Tacos, craft margaritas made with house-made sour mix, and beers from The Tap Brewery. - Is there anything unique about this specific location?
Yes, the Broad Ripple location will offer a special brunch service on weekends, in addition to its regular menu. It also features a 1,000-square-foot patio and a mural by local artist Kimmy Wachtel. - How can I get free tacos?
Join the FHG Rewards program! During Butler University men’s and women’s home basketball games, if an opposing player misses two consecutive free throws, FHG Rewards members can get free tacos via the app at any Indianapolis-area Social Cantina.
Be sure to mark your calendars for November 10, 2025, and head to the Broad Ripple-Meridian Kessler area to experience the newest Social Cantina firsthand, and don’t forget to root for those free tacos during Butler games!
Free Tacos Alert Social Cantina Opens Broad Ripple

