Murphys PubHouse Adds Speakeasy Vibe and Sophistication to Geist Dining
Walk into Murphys PubHouse in Fishers on any given day and you’re greeted by smiling, familiar faces ready to serve up fantastic food, a fresh cocktail, or an ice-cold beer. Tucked just off Olio Road on the east side of town, this neighborhood favorite blends the comfort of a local gathering spot with the energy of a bustling restaurant.
Owner Ryan Stonebraker has perfected a “Cheers”-like atmosphere that keeps regulars coming back and newcomers feeling instantly at home. His roots in Indiana’s restaurant scene run deep — stretching back to the 1950’s when his granddad Orville co-owned The Huddle, and then to his brothers opening Murphy’s Steakhouse on North Keystone Avenue. Today, Ryan and his brother carry that tradition forward, offering not just a great meal but a community hub where memories are made.
And now, he’s raised the bar again — literally.
Inside Murphys PubHouse sits The Barstoner Lounge, a stylish, speakeasy-inspired hideaway that’s unlike anything else in Fishers. With shareable small plates, rotating chef-driven specials, craft cocktails, top-shelf tequila and bourbon, and a design that’s equal parts chic and inviting, it’s a place where you can’t help but “Feel Good”— a message painted boldly across the wall as a reminder.
Every detail here tells a story: a striking wall mural designed by Ryan himself, a chandelier hung high enough for Ryan’s longtime friend and former Pacer Vern Fleming to stroll under, and the sound waves on the wall that welcome you in.
“I had my customers — who have become my friends — in mind when I designed this place,” he says. “It’s for them. I want them to enjoy it.”
Each of the four Murphys locations offers a familiar menu of crowd-pleasers, but The Barstoner Lounge brings its own monthly-changing lineup, keeping a few signature staples to satisfy: Egg Salad Parmesan, Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders, and a Double Chocolate Espresso Martini — the kind of indulgences worth ordering twice.
Even the kitchen has expanded, with the addition of a pizza oven that powers Barstoner’s Pizza — a “ghost kitchen” concept offering online-only pies. True to Murphy’s style, the recipes are chosen by a panel of judges made up of the restaurant’s own loyal waitstaff.
From its Olio Road dining room to its secret-lounge sophistication, Murphys PubHouse is more than just a place to eat — it’s a place to connect, celebrate, and savor the flavors of community.
Barstoner’s will be open seven days a week at 6 p.m. on September 2. Join Ryan and staff for their grand opening bash on September 20.
