43 Best Cafes in Indianapolis

“This was the cutest place ever! The cats are the sweetest! I would recommend adopting a cat! If I could I would have adopted all of them!“

“Great folks who provide great coffee!!“

“Butter chicken filling inside kathi roll was tasty. Ambience is cute with various places to sit and a few other Indian things to buy (incense sticks, copper water bottles, etc). Service was quick!

I am writing the rest of the review in Hindi because I am telling it only to Indian people - the price is very high in comparison to the price. I spent around $17 on a regular ginger chai and a kathi roll. Chai Wagh Bakri brand is instant I think, because I have brought the same brand home so I have got the taste. The 3 flavors that are being sold (masala, adrak, and elaichi) are the same 3 flavors that are available in Indian stores. Additionally, the paratha used for the kathi roll was not freshly made, instead it was frozen paratha of Kawan brand (I also learned this because I brought the same at home). Overall I could tell their clientele is mostly liberal people who don't know the difference and are fond of drinking “chai tea” and “tumeric latte”, so they fully support Dukaandaaro's plan (min cost max profit), but overall If you are Indian you will definitely notice what I have noticed. Service was good, Sardarji at the counter was very nice. Sat sri akal ???“

“great selections of locally roasted coffee. this place is great for relaxing or getting things done. fun community events too“

“Delicious food that happens to be gluten free and allergy friendly! Highly recommend!“

“I first heard about The Health Club through a friend and purchased their beverages at the local grocery to give them a try. I tried both the Huckleberry Lemonade and the Cucumber Mint. They are both very good but I lean more towards the Huckleberry Lemonade. After battling months (maybe even close to a year) not being able to sleep well at
- after drinking one of these I honestly had the best night’s sleep I’ve had in a long time. And now I refuse to go to sleep without drinking one of these first.

Then I decided to visit their Tap Room and Cafe with my friend. I love the warm and inviting atmosphere - it really is a wonderful place to sit and relax or catch up on some office work. Another feature that I enjoyed was that they featured local artists on their walls for decor that is available for purchase. Their outside deck space is also quite nice.

The barista was so friendly and very helpful in making suggestions for me on what to get. The coffee cake was outstanding. And the owner was so open and welcoming. He answered all of my questions and helped me pick out some products that would be most beneficial for my needs. I loved hearing his story and his why behind starting his business. It makes the place even more special. Can’t wait to be back to try some of that avocado toast.“

“Patachou rocks. Not only is the food superb. Their restrooms are always clean and the service is great. They also take the time to watch out for their patrons when they misplaced their valuables I’m a customer for life. Now if I could just get another cup of their banana nut coffee. Best cup I’ve ever had“

“My husband stopped in and was greeted like an old time friend. The staff was inviting, friendly, and warm and gave recommendations and advice when my husband didn’t know what to order. What they didn’t know was that the night before, we were rushed to Peyton Manning children’s hospital for our daughter to have emergency surgery and our spirits were low and we were hanging on by a thread mentally for the past two days sick with worry for our daughter. Without knowing, they lifted his spirits and mood for the first time in days just by being so welcoming and friendly. No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. We will be returning every single time we are in the area with our daughter. (now on the road to recovery) Thank you all for being so kind and gracious. 🥰💜“

“I 100% recommend going to the Groovy Cafe. Not only do they LITERALLY have the best coffee, but they have so many options for coffee drinks. The chocolate is beyond!! I really enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. It’s also the perfect location to get work done, or just to simply relax. The Néw proprietors never skimp on anything. Trust me, you will thank me later.“

“The ambiance of the Penthouse was a wonderful throwback to elegant quietness. The student waitstaff could not be more enthusiastic and willing to cater to our every need. The French cuisine was beautifully prepared. My wife enjoyed the charcuterie. My salmon Rillette was beautifully presented (if, a little tasteless. My only minor complaint). Wife had the Coq au Vin. It was excellent. I had the poached fish. The Beurre Blanc was sublime! Despite our concern that we didn't have enough room for dessert, my wife wasted no time gobbling up her Creme Brulee and I wasted no time digging into my pumpkin cheesecake. A wonderful experience that we will do again.“

“Perfect venue for our daughter's Baby Shower. They have a beautiful upstairs private area for events. Our family and guests were well accommodated. Their dining and catering menu were surprisingly great also delicious! Outstanding service and we highly recommend you consider 'Just Pop In!' Hidden gem in Broad Ripple right by the Monon.“

“Me and my best friend go to coffee places together on different days for the pass 15 years and now for the pass couple years on every Wednesday.

I’m not happy with my recent experience here, I went yesterday again but I’ll give it a shot again, this is the 4th time i visit this coffee place, i miss the one person who works there back at the beginning of this 2025, i hope she still there, i like the environment, I got a Black Coffee ☕️ so once I got it, the person who served me said, it looks like that cause is too hot, as I was looking at the coffee, thinking and assimilating what she said about it, my focus was to go and take a seat, about the way is looking, it’s obvious the cream Half&Half they add to it’s expired, I drink coffee my all life, yeah since little as I was in Kindergarten 🤷🏽‍♂️ I know when it’s something wrong with it, so I took it back and ask her to replace it with just black no cream 😬 she did remakes it right away, so I have no more problems, my recommendation is to check on those Expiration Dates please 🙏🏼 and be careful cause some people may get sick.

looking for the best spot, I didn’t want to sit on the chairs next to the big table on the middle where there was people with laptops, I make it to sat at the beginning right when you get to the 2nd floor next to the stairs when you go up to, right there to the left, facing east looking Down on panoramic views.

Other than that this place is Amazing. I will recommend it this Coffee place for sure 🥰“

“Great place, super friendly, very fair pricing...a true hidden gem. Today was second trip from Kentucky in 2 weeks... Bought 6 large pork fritters to bring home for dinner and 6 cases of Choc Ola...the fritters were beyond delicious! And just hope the Choc Ola holds out. Will be back soon!“

“The best sandwiches ever! After Cafe Olivia, I can’t eat sandwiches from other store anymore. The quality of their meat and bread is the best! I tried several sandwiches like Italiano, Milano, Prosciutto Mozzarella, Roasted beef, Reuben, and Pastrami. All of them are so satisfying. Now their coffee is so good too. I wish their store is close to my home.“

“The atmosphere is great for working. The seasonal drinks add a creative a delicious touch. Try the lazy river this summer.“

“Excellent food that shouldn't be missed. Blink and you'll miss this gem of Eritrean/Ethiopian cuisine.“

“Love this cute coffee spot❤️“

“While staying at a nearby Airbnb, it was recommended to try out the Neidhammer coffee shop. We went over one morning and were pleasantly surprised. There was a lot of seating and the tables were all wired for electricity. There was a constant stream of customers, some taking it to go and others staying. We tried the sweet crepes and they were delicious. They hand made the crepes right in front of you. I had the Highland which was bananas and nutellla or berries – I had Nutella. It was the smaller size but plenty. My daughter had the Spades Park which had cheesecake filling and Nutella. Both were delicious. We also had a drip coffee and Nutella latte and both were awesome. I would recommend this place to anyone in the area or maybe you need to make a trip to the area!“

“I got a Carmel frappe my mom got an iced oat brown sugar latte, veryyyy good an very clean place the girl working was very sweet an welcoming, definitely recommend stopping an giving them a taste they offer food as well , an man those muffins was definitely tempting! 😄
Our coffee was about $7-$8 a piece“

“The ambiance is unmatched & THE TEA! I had to buy the tin so I could experience it at home too. Oh and the customer service, sheesh. They sure know how to make a girl feel special. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED 🙌🏾“

“We had lunch and also got carry out for the next evening’s dinner. Couldn’t be more pleased! Beautifully prepared, great taste and ample portions. Highly recommend!!“

“Amazing food and service! Highly recommend it!“

“Great food and awesome staff. Special shout out to Melissa who has gone above and beyond answering questions about ingredients so I can follow new dietary restrictions.“

“didn't care for the breakfast this morning cold n to salty for my taste.“

“Patachou rocks. Not only is the food superb. Their restrooms are always clean and the service is great. They also take the time to watch out for their patrons when they misplaced their valuables I’m a customer for life. Now if I could just get another cup of their banana nut coffee. Best cup I’ve ever had“

“The food order area and the dining area are clean and well cared for, the staff is polite and efficient. The food is freshly cooked, hot and delicious! It was not the lukewarm prepared-in-advance food at some restaurants that just made a quick stop at the microwave. The prices are reasonable and the portion sizes are enough to satisfy a full-size American appetite!“

“This is a nice little restaurant for lunch, walkable from IUPUI campus. It has a broad menu with a focus on foods native to America such as bison, cod, wild rice, etc. The prices are good and the service is friendly. If the weather is nice, the outdoor seating is the best feature!

Vegetarian options: Nice filling vegetarian options like Quinoa power bowl, avocado tofu wrap, everything labeled Vegan or Vegetarian

Kid-friendliness: High chairs and booster seats, dedicated kids menu“

“Food was 4 due to price vs size. Expected higher price but the sandwich I got was 1/2 a standard sandwich size (the Rolled something or other sandwich)...
Also, and a BIG negative was - we typically won't eat at a restaurant with no prices on the menu. This experience solidified that goal by serving us 2 Plastic Cups of Tap Water that cost us $5.00 plus tax ... No mention was made that "We do have to charge for water" or anything... Just boom, on the bill and paid... (These were clear plastic 10 oz with some ice which quickly melted)... Talk about something that makes good food leave a bad taste in your mouth..

There is limited seating outside where we did eat, but nothing special ...

2 sandwiches, 2 glasses of water and a cup of coffee...$31.00 Menus with prices would have made us prepared and conditioned for the cost ... Now we're just not going back ever..“

“Consistent and simply fantastic take-out. The food is delicious, freshly prepared and piping hot when you pick it up. General Tso's and Orange Chicken that's still crispy instead of slime when you open the container is a highlight, and the steamed dumplings are a must. The family that own and operate this business are always friendly, kind, and will remember you if you come in often enough. A southwest Indy hidden gem.“

“What a wonderful little hidden gem! The food was great but the service was the BEST we have experienced in the food industry in a really really long time. The tomato soup was so good and the club sandwich was delicious. It was large enough to split between two people. Our hostess/waitress was so attentive, extremely friendly, and made sure my sister and I were taken care of from before we sat down till the moment we left. We will definitely be back!“

“Went for lunch, the vegetarian quiche was amazing and the dessert was out of this world! Such a cute little place and wonderful service!“

“Everything, love the strawberry shortcake, strawberry lemonade cup cakes, walnut brownies and Key lime pie.“

“Delicious food and great service!“

“Called in to get help with an issue with our commercial coffee maker and based on the description, a tech called us back and recommended a way for us to solve the problem on our own without paying for their service fee. Truly above and beyond help and very thankful for the heart to serve rather than cash grab. First people we will call if we have any issues in the future!“

“Love my hometowns zoo, and it is nothing short of a great place to spend a fun family day on! Please get hippos and gorillas though, on a side note (otherwise we have basically everything else). No one will need to go to Cincy or Louisville zoos after that!!!“

“?️? Light, healthy, inexpensive hot meal plates. Soup.
? Hot and cold sandwiches (eg, BLT, ham and cheese).
? Breakfast omelettes and sandwiches (eg, sausage and cheese).
?Smoothies, juices, sports drinks, soft drinks.

Right next to the sights and sounds of a busy gym basketball court ⛹️? (separated by plexiglass.)

The cafe is presumably open to both visitors and members alike (located at the front of the building, before the gates to the gyms.)

Vegetarian options: Some options seem to be: various smoothies; veggie quesadilla; fruit cups; salad

Parking: Large parking lot

Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap parking; cafe near Healthplex entrance.“

“If your looking for some excellent coffee or tea while your out, skip that drive thru and visit Generations Cafe!Great service and very cozy relaxing atmosphere. Did I mention FREE WiFi? Columbiana is a beautiful town with over 17 shops within walking distance from this coffee house. Enjoy! And your welcome!“

“Amazing food. Amazing owner. Food IS fresh! It is absolutely amazing. The freshness of herbs in the crepes is there. It has been 1.5 year since I have been back. Owner remembered us. I said it before and I’ll say it again. May you and your business prosper. This is an 5/5 amazing place for food and service.

Kid-friendliness: Brought my kid in no problem. Welcomed with a smile“

“My family and I LOVE Uptown Cafe. We’ve never had a bad experience.. great food, friendly/hard-working staff, and cool atmosphere. I always get the breakfast burrito with chorizo and avocado for my two added ingredients plus the hash browns as my side. Their hash browns are the best! Highly recommend this gem in downtown Noblesville :)“

“Came to order a couple dozen bagels and cream cheese for morning work meeting. Girl at cash register began the order, paused, got on her cell phone, was oblivious to me for the next 2 min while on her phone. To me this is very unprofessional and should be unacceptable in the workplace altogether.“

“its so good! so yummy! you will be satisfied😊“

“The ownership is a true ally in serving and supporting the Riverside community. We are so thankful to have this business in our community.“

“Great option for WFH who need a change of scenery!“