Best Coffee Shops in Indianapolis (2025)

Inside the landmark Athenaeum, this latte-driven staple blends craft and heritage—think pistachio or butterscotch syrups and serious baking. Frequently spotlighted by Indianapolis Monthly and noted for expanding into food and cocktails without losing its coffee core.

Garfield Park’s roastery-café has national cred: its roaster Justin Bull won the 2025 U.S. Brewers Cup and competed on the world stage, as covered by Axios and local news. Expect meticulous pour-overs, short hours, and a tight-knit neighborhood vibe.

A decade-plus roaster that finally opened a bright, bohemian café in the historic Rose Building. Axios praised its banana milk latte and lively scene; locals love the patio and thoughtful small-batch roasts.

Set in a restored 1850s jewelry shop in Fountain Square, Bovaconti pairs artful design with Indiana-roasted beans and fan-favorite lattes. WISH-TV highlighted its continued growth and expansion while keeping local partnerships central.

A Fountain Square mainstay since 2009, owned by a local father–son team and known for giving back. Its charitable foundation’s 2025 partnership model underscores the shop’s deep community roots alongside strong espresso and the much-loved Calvin Pepper cappuccino.

Housed in a 1930s service station, Amberson champions sustainability with a glass-jar to‑go program and a curated multi-roaster lineup. Indianapolis Monthly called it a destination for thoughtful coffee and in-house baking.

A downtown original that marries precision coffee with a full barbershop and a speakeasy next door. Indianapolis Monthly lauds its rotating single-origin program and inventive drinks; recent local coverage notes house-made syrups and pastry by a dedicated chef.

Inside historic Tinker House, Provider pours excellent espresso by day and easygoing long drinks later. Indianapolis Monthly’s guide highlights its pastry program and all-day sandwiches—still a beloved gathering spot under local stewardship.

By day, laptops and specialty coffee; by night, cocktails and events. Axios flagged its seasonal coffee-cocktail menus and striking design, while locals treat it as a flexible living room between Lockerbie and Cole Noble.

A Broad Ripple original since 1997 with a loyal following from trail-goers to students. WISH-TV’s 2025 profile underscores its staying power, from the White Zombie latte to partnerships with local bakeries.

Indy’s influential roaster now runs multiple cafés; the downtown Market Street shop showcases why Tinker beans appear across the city. Visit Indy and the roaster’s own listings keep current hours and locations updated.

Near Eastside favorite known for equitable pricing on alt milks, house-made syrups, and a Pay It Forward spirit. Recent WISH-TV coverage affirmed its community focus under local owners who bought the shop in 2020.