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Sign Up For EmailWe understand the importance of a good cup of coffee. It can set the tone for your day to come, or can be the much-needed afternoon pick-me-up. So, without further ado, here’s our guide to local coffee shops in Indy.
Vibe: Grocer meets coffee shop meets neighborhood favorite.
Location: Fountain-Fletcher Neighborhood
What To Expect: Stock up on your weekly necessities while in line for a premium brew at this local grocery.
View this profile on InstagramAmberson Coffee (@ambersoncoffee) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: Bright and airy indoor space, with multiple rooms and pastel-colored interiors
Location: By the Indiana State Fairgrounds
Known for: Exceptional locally roasted coffee, and their ube latte.
View this profile on InstagramBlue Mind Roasting (@bluemindroasting) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: A retro, old-word cafe housed in a vintage jewelry shop of years past. Brick walls meet bright wall paper indoors, while a covered outdoor patio is surrounded by colorful murals.
Location: Fountain Square
Known for: Fan favorites are their Tigers Eye chai latte and their Spumoni latte, paying homage to the building's Italian roots.
View this profile on InstagramBovaconti Coffee (@bovaconticoffee) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: Cozy neighborhood haunt meets functional workspace.
Location: Fountain-Fletcher Neighborhood
Known for: Calvin Fletchers supports local nonprofits through the CFCC Charitable Foundation, with proceeds going back into the community.
View this profile on InstagramCF Coffee Co (@calvinfletcherscoffeeco) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: A tri-level shop with ample seating, in an historic building, featuring a grand staircase and stained-glass windows.
Location: Housed in the former coat check room at the historic Athenaeum Theatre on Mass Ave.
Known for: German-inspired pastries (try the currywurst croissant) and delectable lattes.
View this profile on InstagramCoat Check Coffee (@coatcheckcoffee) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: Your go-to fuel-up station in the heart of downtown Indianapolis.
Location: Just steps away from the Indiana Convention Center off of Georgia Street
Known for: Classic urban-style coffee shop - the perfect quick meeting place in downtown Indy.
View this profile on InstagramThe Coffee Den (@coffeedenindy) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: You can't miss this brightly hued orange corner shop. Come in for the brews, stay for the diner-esque tables and expansive patio.
Location: Herron-Morton neighborhood, about a mile-and-a-half north of downtown Indy
Known for: Serving Tinker Coffee Co., alongside other local products like Shapiro's bagels and Circe City Sweets pastries
View this profile on InstagramFoundry Provisions (@foundryindy) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: Stunning pastels greet visitor when they walk through the doors of this neighborhood roastary and coffee shop.
Location: Next to Garfield Park, meaning you can grab your coffee and take a much-needed jaunt around the grounds.
Known for: This LGBTQ+ women-owned business is driven by being constantly curious, with purpose and passion for what they do.
View this profile on InstagramHelm Coffee (@helmcoffeeroasters) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: A classic coffee shop with bistro tables and larger conference tables, meaning you can connect with others or get work done while sipping your cappuccino.
Location: Broad Ripple and So-Bro neighborhoods
Known for: Coffee, an expansive tea menu, smoothies, snacks, and so much more.
View this profile on InstagramHubbard & Cravens Coffee Co. (@hubbardandcravens) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: Best-suited for a quick pop in to get that much-needed afternoon latte
Location: Downtown Indianapolis just steps south of Monument Circle
Known for: Iced teas, chai lattes, and espresso drinks
View this profile on Instagramillumine coffee co. (@illuminecoffee) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: A perfectly moody interior with brick walls and vintage maps.
Location: Mass Ave neighborhood
Known for: Kaffeine serves 88 grade or better coffees from around the world. Their third wave brewing methods bring out the best in our single origin coffee.
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Vibe: Colorful chandeliers and terra cotta couches are the feature in Mansion Society, where you can enjoy your beverage or treat in the lobby of the Central State Apartments.
Location: Off of Washington Street, in Central State Campus
Known for: Delectable lattes paired with tea cakes, sammies, croissants, and more.
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Vibe: Friendly staff can help you navigate the multiple chalkboard-sized menus of coffee, teas, sandwiches, and pastries.
Location: Broad Ripple
Known for: When a coffee drink is called “zombie,” you know it’s special.
View this profile on InstagramMonon Coffee Company (@mononcoffeeco) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: A spacious dining area with various seating options makes MOTW Coffee the perfect spot for a solo latte or to catch up with friends.
Location: Located in the International Marketplace, MOTW Coffee doubles as a community hub and coffee shop.
Known for: With unique pastry favorites like baklava, macarons, and Mille Feuille, you can satisfy your sweet tooth when you visit.
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Vibe: Towering ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows make Neidhammer a great spot to spend that picture-perfect coffee hour.
Location: Near-eastside in a beautifully renovated and restored 1901 building.
Known for: Tasty sweet or savory crepes paired with your latte, cortado, or cappuccino.
View this profile on InstagramNeidhammer Coffee Company (@neidhammercoffeeco) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: Parlor is a large, loft style space that lends its self to the perfect mix of work, play, events and everything in between.
Location: Nestled in between the beautiful Lockerbie and Cole noble neighborhood
Known for: "Coffee 'til Cocktails" is the motto of Parlor Public House, which doubles as a evening hangout by night.
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Vibe: Located in the Tinker House Events, this first-floor coffee shop boasts a lovely outdoor patio, and tables and houseplants galore inside.
Location: Right off the Monon Trail on 16th Street, near the Factory Arts District. Bonus: there's a parking lot.
Known for: Speciality lattes by day and tasty cocktails by night.
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Vibe: You'll feel like you're stepping into someone's home at this house-turned-coffee-shop location.
Location: Right off the Monon Trail in Broad Ripple.
Known for: This shop is spearheaded by Jeanette Footman and Alice Matsuo, a third-generation Brazilian-Japanese chemist and certified German artisan bread baker, leading to the creation of Brotgarten within the cafe.
View this profile on InstagramCoffee Shop/Bakery (@perkup.brotgarten) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: A great place to meet up with friends, or you can read or work solo in this colorful and cheerful atmosphere. Don't miss the cozy cabin-themed basement!
Location: So-Bro neighborhood
Known for: Speciality lattes and other coffee beverages.
View this profile on InstagramPrufrock Coffee Company (@prufrockcoffeecompany) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: This no-nonsense coffee shop offers an abundance of natural light and ample seating options, including a counter-high window sill perfect for solo work days.
Location: By American Legion Mall near downtown Indianapolis
Known for: Speciality lattes and other coffee beverages.
View this profile on InstagramQuills Coffee (@quillscoffee) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: A neighborhood hangout featuring a couple cozy tables and vibrant couch
Location: Near East
Known for: specialty coffee, craft espresso, fresh juices, loose leaf tea, pastries, quiche, and pot pies, with plenty of vegan options
View this profile on InstagramRabble Coffee (@rabblecoffee) • Instagram photos and videos
Vibe: Bustling corner stop with window seats and an alcove for quieter meetings
Location: Downtown in the Wholesale District
Known for: One of the most celebrated coffee brands in the city, used at multiple coffee shops throughout Indy
View this profile on InstagramTinker Coffee Co. (@tinkercoffee) • Instagram photos and videos