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    Blue Collar Coffee

    4.0 (76 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Sausage, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich
    Scott N.

    Our stay at Bottleworks was coming to a close. We needed coffee and wanted something in our stomachs for the drive home. The place is cute, with cool pics of the hotel when it was still a bottling plant. I don't know what time we arrive; it was morning and it was also just before a rush. We lucked out. The coffee was good and the sandwiches were okay. They definitely hit the spot. I had a Sausage, Egg and Cheese sandwich and Mark had Sausage, Egg and Cheese burrito. Both were perfectly satisfactory. Given Blue Collar Coffee Co. is in the hotel, stopping in before heading out was convenient.

    Large latte
    Kayla B.

    A really cute coffeeshop that probably gets most of its business from people out and about in the Bottleworks area. It has a cool vintage feel to it, and the lattes are super delicious. NOTES: This coffee shop has no dedicated parking lot. The Garage Hall lot - or street parking - is probably closest. April 2025 Update: Now I see they have moved to digitally-printed cup labels which a quick search tells me they now offer order ahead online ordering! This can make Blue Collar Coffee super simple to pick-up - especially if you're off-peak hours when you can get quick street parking. PROS: -Really well-located to a bunch of premier Bottleworks spots. It's attached to the Bottleworks hotel, 50 steps from the front door of the Garage Food Hall, and across the street from Pins too. If you're in the area already, you can pretty easily pop in. -Their lattes were REALLY good! They're much less sweet than Starbucks - but not so unsweetened that they're going the bitter route. Sometimes I'm not particularly fond of boutique coffee, but they're knocking it out of the park here! -Their "Pay It Forward" wall is absolutely adorable. They're utilizing the old "time card" system of the Coke Bottling Plant they're located in. You can "buy" a coffee for "anyone"; the front desk person will then give you a timecard to write on. You can write who the drink is for. Some examples we saw were a "trans woman", "teacher", "nurse", "someone who works outside in the cold". Those people can come into the cafe and "use" those timecards to receive a drink, on you. It seems like a much better system than the usual "I'll pay for the person behind me" you see in cafes. -Tons of low-top, no-arm tables and chairs to sit at. With all of the natural light that streams in here, it feels like it'd be a really calm place to work. -Calm, light music with staff that isn't constantly making noise. Either it's business people having light work conversations here or people working on laptops. It's a pretty quiet space. -The entire cafe has throwbacks to its vintage roots. We're talking the cool timecard system, lots of older photos, industrial logos painted on the walls, and more. The exposed pipes and deep brown wood colors really seal the deal. It feels really cute. -Online ordering! We didn't order anything online, but when I'm in a rush, that can make-or-break whether I'll stop for coffee. CONS: -They close at a semi-reasonable hour for coffee (5pm), but you won't be getting any late-night coffee here.

    Merry B.

    The person taking our order as Blue Collar was very friendly and helpful. Our drinks (and iced latte and an iced americano) and food (sausage breakfast burrito) came out really quickly too. It was pretty spacious inside and I loved that they had a Pay-it-Forward wall where folks can prepay for a drink, put the ticket up on the wall, and another customer can come in and redeem it. Prices are really reasonable too! That all said, we didn't really love our coffees. The beans had pretty fruity notes, which isn't our fave. We usually stay away from drip and cold brews for that reason, and espresso is usually more to our taste, but that wasn't the case here. I thought the breakfast burrito was solid though. It was also very loud in the space. The industrial vibes probably don't give a lot for the sound to bounce off, and it was louder than some bars. We finished our burrito and decided to leave for a place where it was easier to chat. Fortunately there were some comfortable couches available just outside the coffee shop in the elevator lobby, so we were able to sit there to finish up our drinks.

    Amanda T.

    This was my first visit to Blue Collar Coffee, and I wasn't sure what to order. The cashier was super helpful after I told him what I liked, he suggested an amazing combo! It was so good I even took a photo so I'd remember it for next time. Great service I'll definitely be back!

    Allyson G.

    I love Blue Collar coffee. I enjoy the taste of their espresso a lot and they make a great pistachio latte!! We tried their burritos last time we were there and LOVED them! We were impressed with how big and tasty they were. One of my fave coffee shops! Can't wait to go back.

    Alex R.

    This shop is located in a beautiful historic building. You can find touches of that all over the coffee shop. I had the peanut butter mocha, which was very good. Service was friendly and quick! My favorite part was the "Pay it Forward" wall they had. You can leave a coffee, latte, or food for someone on their walk to use when in need. I loved that!

    Sigrid W.

    Yes, the coffee is great. Yes, the venue is cool. But what draws me here is the cool timecard board. The opportunity to payfor someone's coffee and sort of determine a person to enjoy your gift. I just really love the idea. Some of my favorite beneficiaries I've seen: unhoused neighbors fat person identify as them/their single dad employee that no longer smiles red head German speaker middle child and the list goes on and on

    Audrey M.

    You don't have to twist my arm to convince me that there's another reason to check out the Bottleworks District! Blue Collar is so nicely nestled across the way from the very hustley and bustley Garage Food Hall. My coworkers and I grabbed lunch at The Garage and then very conveniently hopped over to Blue Collar for an afternoon caffeine and scone pick-me-up. We got there at about 1PM and it was relatively sparse. Quite a few seating areas were still open for patrons, and the customer is seated were diligently working amongst themselves. I freaking LOVE that you can order a beverage for someone else here! Random acts of kindness are so fantastic! My coworkers are not experience coffee drinkers so the staff was very patient with them when explaining their menu options. You really can make anything here with all of their add-in flavor options. And you know the place is going to be cool when its little gift shop has custom-made Blue Collar socks! I got a good chuckle out of that. Today I went with a large hot chocolate with raspberry add-in and a blueberry scone on the side. My coworker ordered hers extra hot, and the staff gladly obliged. Our pastries were delivered to us fresh out of the microwave and were so comforting on a freezing day. Keep in mind that they are not currently excepting Apple Pay at this time so make sure you have your wallet with you.

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    David C.

    Solid little coffee shop in the Bottleworks. Coffee is really good ... don't sleep on the single origin roast. Give it a shot when you're downtown!

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    Laura P.

    The ambiance of this coffee shop is exactly what you want. Plenty of space, rustic and cozy feel, and not too loud. I love going here to get work done. There coffee is great. It's a kind of bitter roast, so be ready for something strong. I got an iced vanilla latte and had to get extra syrup pumps.

    Iced Americano
    John F.

    Connected to the Bottleworks Hotel, Blue Collar Coffee is a good spot to grab coffee on the go. One unique aspect about Blue Collar is this board that gives individuals free coffee as a "pay it forward" movement that shows the community of Indy.

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    Sam S.

    Genuinely friendly staff made a tasty latte. There is a lot of seating inside and the cafe connects to the Bottleworks Hotel lobby, which has additional seating.

    Dirty Chai latte
    Kristine H.

    We stopped for hot coffee, but found the chai latte to be of low quality, missing the authentic chai flavor. It's evident when care and attention are lacking, even in coffee. The place was nearly empty, close to closing time, and we were invited to enjoy our coffee outside. The ambiance was quiet and not too many people around.

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    2 years ago

    Low volume. Coffee they sold me was luke warm at 830 am. Slow. Pretty space. Attached to a cool hotel.

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    Pretty good cup of coffee. Very quick service and I love the bottle works area very cool spot!

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    Coat Check Coffee - A work of art, and delicious!! Lavender Latte w oat milk

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    4.7(633 reviews)
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    Favorite coffee shop in Indy!…read more This cute shop is located inside The Athenaeum Theater, signage makes it very easy to find. My aunt and I have made it a point to stop in every-time we're in Indy, and have never been disappointed. I typically stick to their iced chai, which is very refreshing and one of my favorites. Today I tried their seasonal tiramisu latte and absolutely loved it. I've tried others but they simply do not compare. The baristas are also very friendly and great with suggestions when needed. 10/10 recommend!

    Dear Coat Check, We need to talk -- and I say that with…read morelove, because I keep coming back, which means I'm invested. You're doing a lot of things right. The vibe is there. The aesthetic is there. I want to be here. But at your price point, the experience needs to match the atmosphere, and lately there have been a few things quietly chipping away at that. First -- the syrup situation. I shouldn't have to order a specific menu latte just to get a flavored drink. A little flexibility goes a long way in making a customer feel like a guest and not just a transaction. Let me build my drink a little. I'll spend more, I promise. And the pastries, baby. I ordered a croissant and watched it get placed in a bag with a thin sheet of paper like it didn't deserve better. By the time I got home, it had made up its mind to be a different pastry entirely. I know there's a microwave back there -- I've seen it working for the breakfast sandwiches. A warm croissant is a small thing that changes everything. I'm not going anywhere. But I need you to know I notice these things -- because I care about what this place could be. Still yours (for now), A regular.

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    Tinker Coffee - The Firehouse - Hot 5 spice latte

    Tinker Coffee - The Firehouse

    4.5(40 reviews)
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    I love Tinker Coffee and this spot is no exception to their overall brand. I love that they have…read moretaken an old building and re-purposed it but also calling it The Firehouse as a nod to its history. It is a bit challenging to find parking but there are a few spots in front. I parked down the street and walked which is always an option. There are a few stairs to get in but also a ramp, and the set up has a nice aisle like space for the line and plenty of tables and chairs. It can be quite loud so keep that in mind if you want a quieter reflection time, and maybe take it to go or sit outside. They have various food items but I absolutely LOVE their peanut butter energy balls! In fact that is why I came to this location as this is where the magic happens. They make them here and send them to other Tinker locations! They are the perfect blend of savory and a tad sweet and go super well with their coffee and/or London Fog tea. Yum! I will freely admit to buying all they had on hand, and now can enjoy them at home. Yay! It is a very busy spot so not the friendliest of staff, but assumed they were already hassled from the morning. It was a great spot to meet a friend and enjoy the patio and some tea/coffee. I would for sure go back and even bring a friend! In fact I've already mentioned it to several people as a potential meet up spot! Definitely something to enjoy!

    There was no doubt in my mind that my favorite coffee roaster would produce some thoughtfully…read morecurated lattes...and they did. My spouse and I were so impressed that we split another seasonal latte just so that we could try them all on our most recent trip. Keep doing you, Tinker Coffee, because it works so well.

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    Good Vibes Cafe Indy - Pandan Latte

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    4.8(38 reviews)
    1.1 miMile Square

    Working so close to Good Vibes Cafe has been dangerous for both my wallet and my figure! I find…read moremyself making excuses to run errands on Washington Street just so I have an excuse to stop at Good Vibes! I know Good Vibes Cafe is known for their boba tea and "croffles," so of course I had to try one of each on my first visit! I love all the punny names of the boba drinks, mine was called "Pinky Swear," and another cute one is "Peach, Don't Kill My Vibe!" The Pinky Swear has a strawberry tea base with peach popping boba, and it's exactly what I order when I get boba at Harmony or Kung Fu Tea, so I knew I was going to like it! The "croffle" (a croissant in the waffle iron) is out-of-this-world delicious! It was the perfect balance of flaky and fluffy, and the Biscoff drizzle and fresh whipped cream made it even better. Now this is definitely not something that you can eat every day, but is a great occasional indulgence. On my most recent visit, I mixed it up and tried a coffee drink this time! I got the Biscoff latte, and it was literally perfect. The cup was lined with Biscoff cookie butter, and the rich espresso balanced out the sweetness and made it impossible to stop drinking. The only thing that would make this latte better would be if it came in a bigger size! One of my favorite things about Good Vibes is the half and half cup, where you can pick a drink for each side of the cup! It's a great way to enjoy everything Good Vibes had to offer without being forced to make a decision between two equally delicious drinks, plus it costs the same as a large drink! What's not to love? I definitely recommend Good Vibes Cafe, and don't be surprised if you see me there when you stop by!

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