Bovaconti in the Carmel Arts & Design District is one of those places that just gets the atmosphere…read moreright. The coffee is great, the vibe is fantastic, and the outdoor seating is especially gorgeous when the weather is nice. It is an easy place to enjoy whether I am working for a while or meeting friends to hang out, and that flexibility is a big part of the appeal. Carmel is better for having spots like this. Staff are always chill as well, maybe not the most chatty, but it's almost always busy - they're working hard!

If you are looking to impress a friend or date with a unique coffee destination look no further…read morethan Bovaconti Coffee in Carmel! Just make sure to get there before your proposed meeting time because the line is often literally out the door. This was the case when I arrived thankfully I'm chronically early. It just so happened to be their birthday celebration when I visited, so Bovaconti was giving out free pastries that day. I chose a croissant which was fluffy, flakey and buttery as all croissants should be. I ordered the $5 SPANISH LATTE consisting of Espresso, Sweet Condensed Milk, Cinnamon & Steamed Milk. So good! My friend had the $6 MAYAN MOCHA made with Dark Chocolate, Honey, Cinnamon, & Cayenne. Also well received. The gorgeous building appears to be an old bank with the original vault converted into a smaller room with eclectic decor. I recommend going on a weekday.

All the treats you could imagine in one spot ~ LOVED 1832 Brew Espresso Bar. If you can imagine a…read moreflavor, they probably have it. The seasonal drinks and flavors were unmatched and so refreshing to have so many options. It shares the space with Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream but nonetheless vibes were immaculate. It was the perfect spot to grab a delicious latte & get some work done. I enjoyed the 1874 which was a toasted marshmallow & vanilla latte, and grabbed a lavender latte for a coworker ~ who also loved it! Service was amazing, even welcoming a flyer for a team I'm hosting to raise awareness for T1D. The staff was incredibly kind, and I will 100% be coming back in the future!

I ordered from DoorDash an iced latte with toasted marshmallow and sugar free vanilla. I'm not sure…read moreon their process with DoorDash at all but I received the completely wrong drink. What I received was a mochachino (mocha Frappuccino) for a completely different person. I was sad because I was so excited for my latte. Again, not sure how this was messed up but definitely left a bad taste in my mouth for this place.

I come here for the wonderful open space and drinks. The matcha and coffee they offer are amazing…read more Please do try this place and make sure to sit back and relax.

MOTW, in East Carmel, is off the roundabout and has parking both in the front and back. The space…read moreis huge, almost comically large. It could and probably does serve as event/gathering space. When I entered inside mid Wednesday morning, I encountered a Museum-like vibe. Unsure if there should be some exhibits for me to view and ponder while I debate what coffee to buy. I proceeded to get a latte with a little hazelnut flavor, medium size. Latte with oat milk ($1 up charge and hazelnut 35 cent up charge) medium size was $8. I wonder if more of the profit is from these non dairy milk surcharges or the coffee itself. I would say the latte was one of the better ones. It was smooth and not too sweet. Sometimes they're too sweet. The service was good, and it wasn't particularly busy so the coffee came out in like 5 minutes. There are small pastries to try and other specialty drinks. I would consider trying this again given the taste quality of the latte. The medium size was also sufficient. Not too small. 8/10

Food is great the service is super fast first time here, so I can't complained because the place is…read morereally nice very clean and comfortable. Super friendly the ladies that work in front are smiling and super cute. They are kind and Friendly my vanilla latte was done real fast and tastes Hmm a bit bitter then what I expected to be which means it was a bit strong for me.. not sweet enough but overall I do recommend this place for any age people to come and chat and relax eat and spend time away from home. My husband went running so I'm chilling here waiting for him. By the way the bathrooms are clean as well. After trying my vanilla latte two times, I end up asking the young ladies to make me another latte because I wanted to try something sweeter and they did it for free and actually was amazing what they gave me. Thanks so much I was not expecting that awesome treatment. Place gets crowded fast and the girls move fast as well. Not disappointed at all... I give it 10 out of 10

Java House's successes are impressive. Their product(s) must resonate with a loyal audience because…read moreadditional retail locations continue to pop up all across central Indiana. I imagine having the support/backing from Heartland Foods helps... The environment at this particular location is okay. I've always been confused by the meeting room in the back, which has no heating and cooling. I'll blame that on whoever took the lead on the buildout. Now for the most important question: How is the coffee? I wouldn't call myself a coffee connoisseur but I'd like to consider myself a decent judge of good quality and flavor. My home coffee preparation process includes: grinding fresh beans to a grain specific for my preferred brewing method (usually Chemex or Aeropress), heating the water to a specific temp based on the bean's country/region of origin, patience, etc. Java House's coffee is not good... I'm fairly certain they use "coffee" powder that's dissolved into water (think Nestle instant coffee) then placed in pressurized kegs that are then either heated or cooled before being poured via a tap. This is not a place you go to experience good coffee. I believe Java House appeals more to certain coffee drinkers who enjoy adding flavors, sweeteners, milks/creams, etc. and not those interested in the art of growing, roasting, brewing, etc. If you're chasing quality coffee in the area, I suggest checking out either Indie Coffee Roasters, Illumine Coffee, or Eggshell (if you can figure out Eggshell's hours). If broken down, my rating would be: 2.5 stars for the successes and environment .5 star for the coffee For the Java House folks: If I'm totally off regarding my assumption of how you brew, please feel free to correct me!

WOW! i can't believe this was my first time at Prufrock. i've been on a search for indy's best…read morematcha, and while this might not be #1, the vibes and the look of the drink are worth 5 stars in my book. obsessed with the canned style on the drinks and i really wanna go back to try the croissant ice cream!

I went here for the first time last week and overall had a good experience. The employee that took…read moremy order was friendly and my ube matcha latte was really tasty. The space was clean and had a decent amount of seating. I prefer my coffee shops a bit dim, so the bright fluorescent lighting isn't really my vibe, but I could see myself returning to work for a bit.

Continuing my quest of trying all the coffeeshops in the Indianapolis and surrounding areas and it…read moretook me to Indie Coffee Roasters in Carmel. I got one of their house lattes. I thought it was fairly small compared to other places and I really didn't taste any of the additional flavors, just coffee and milk. Everyone was super welcoming and friendly and the service was fast, but I wasn't really wowed by the coffee so I'm not sure this is going to be someplace that I go back to.

Nestled into the Carmel Arts & Design District, a sweet little spot for work/study (and 3 others…read morearound Indy to meet or make new friends!). I love the friendly collegiate vibe of this location serving my new favorite LAVENDER HAZE Latte - delicately floral, roasty, and RICH with flavor. All the good feels right here or on subscription (and wholesale!) to go!!

This place is my favorite place I went in Carmel. The people are the friendliest ever, the cafe is…read moreinviting and comfy. I ordered a breakfast sandwich and large dirty chai. The sandwich was perfect. Chai was a beautiful blend of flavors and I wish I had this down the street from my house.

Went to JustLoveCoffee on a cold weekend morning. They have a good Winter and Valentine's Day…read moredrink menu. I got a regular tall coffee, which was hot fresh and good. My wife tried one of their holiday specials, the white chocolate raspberry. It had a very good flavor. However, it was definitely not hot. In fact, it was barely above room temperature. A stretch to call it even warm. You can order the drink hot or cold and we ordered it hot. I've attached a picture after she had a few sips. She said she had to drink it quickly, before it got any colder, and couldn't wait for me to take my picture. We come here quite often. This is the first time we have been served a drink that was not to temperature. We did notice a lot of new faces for the wait staff. It was also much slower than normal to obtain our beverage. Both these factors may have caused the drink to not be up to par with regards to temperature. We will not let this experience taint us from returning. We will come back again and give them another try!

Make a reservation, especially for weekend brunch. We didn't have one, but luckily snagged seats at…read morethe bar. Rize truly stands out for its commitment to local partnerships, sourcing fresh ingredients from nearby growers, and you can absolutely taste the difference. Everything felt fresh, thoughtful, and well-executed. The space is clean, bright, and nicely decorated. Coffee was strong and flavorful (just how I like it). The salad that came with the omelet was next-level, with a light, citrusy dressing that balanced everything perfectly. The waffles were incredibly airy,soft, fluffy, and melt-in-your-mouth good.... And wow, the bacon was so good we ended up ordering another side. Despite the restaurant being packed, service was friendly, efficient, and never felt rushed. Food came out quickly, and the staff kept everything running smoothly. A great spot for breakfast or brunch, definitely worth supporting a local business that also supports its community partners. Free parking available

Rize elevates breakfast to a gourmet experience, for sure. This was our first visit, but now I'm a…read moreregular. We started with a glass of fresh squeezed orange juice, which tasted incredible. James, our server, was friendly, professional and attentive. He checked us is regularly. Other servers even filled our water when they walked by. I had the Miller Farms Chicken Grain Bowl, which was a hearty mix of tender chicken, radishes, spinach and grains with a pear sauce. This is as a healthy and tasty option, but I was secretly coveting my husband's bacon and toast. My husband had the Farm Eggs Breakfast that came with Smoking Goose sausage and thick sliced bacon. The meats were delicious and perfectly cooked. He said the side salad with palm harts was spectacular. He talked about that salad the rest of the day. The sour dough bread with fresh strawberry preserves was delicious. The breakfast comes with three eggs! The cafe is upscale with lots of seating. They do a great job of spacing people out, when they can. It really felt like a private dining experience. They have a kid's menu with great prices. Rize is a member of the Cunningham Group, so you can use your card to get points for future meals. I highly recommend- probably the best breakfast in Indy.

Great food and great service. Feels like you are in a Euro cafe. The artichoke tart and shirred…read moredukkah eggs were an excellent assortment of flavors

Tiny cafe near Palladium. Small menu with global - Middle Eastern flavor profiles. The cafe felt…read morevery European. Good place if you want something different, and are not in a hurry. The service was pretty laid back which made it a great place to sit back and catch up. The Shirred Duccah Eggs paired nicely with the Portabella Strata. The mushrooms in the strata were plenty and earthy. The fruit that came with it had pomegranate included which was a nice touch. The Ciabatta with the Shirred Duccah eggs was nicely toasted with a good chewy texture. It was great to complement the yolky egg. The lamb sausage did not taste very gamey and the spices with the pop of sweetness with the raisins made it and interesting, complex flavor profile. The N'Orleans iced coffee was not really chicory, and seemed like just a basic iced coffee. I'd try a different, stronger coffee next time.

Have not been to Cafe Patachou in years as we did not really enjoy what they had at the time. Came…read morehere for brunch today as they have a number of vegetarian and some vegan options (for those interested). We got the warm grain bowl, Cuban breakfast, and lemon ricotta waffles. All were delicious and my teens enjoyed their food. Amazingly got seated quickly for a Saturday mid morning. Our waitress was nice and checked on us a few times. Will be coming back.

We came here with a large group of about 18 and weren't able to all sit together but we did get two…read moretables next to each other. Our waitress was super friendly and professional, and made conversation with us. She was a little forgetful with small things we had to ask for repeatedly but it was a super busy morning. We came at 9:30 on a Sunday. Love the coffee bar! Refills galore. The food was all very delicious. I got the lox toast and really enjoyed it! I got to try a piece of their waffle and it had a little hint of sweetness to it and just a little crunchy. Perfection! The glasses on our table when we first sat down I thought were dirty, but they were actually just incredibly scratched. For how cute the ambiance was (casual, yet had a slightly elevated feel) I would expect the glasses not to look nicer or at least be in a presentable condition. Overall despite these small things, I recommend making this one of your breakfast stops in the area. Food was really good!