Some of the best treats hide in the most unexpected buildings. Tucked into a former train station in Indiana, BRICS turns a slice of railroad history into a scoop shop worth crossing town for.
Imagine ordering creamy, handmade ice cream where passengers once waited for the whistle to blow. It is the kind of place that surprises you the moment you walk through the door and stays with you long after the last bite.
A Depot That Traded Timetables for Ice Cream
Right off the Monon Trail in the Broad Ripple neighborhood of Indianapolis, BRICS sits inside an old train depot that once buzzed with travelers and cargo. Today the whistle has been swapped for the gentle clink of scoops against glass cases.
The name itself is a nod to the past, standing for Broad Ripple Ice Cream Station. Every corner of the building leans into that railway story, from the setting to the playful flavor names tied to trains and travel…