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Founders Grounds Coffee

4.9 (74 reviews)
Closed 6:30 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 1 week ago

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Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Ashley J.

The service was great and as it was our first time visiting, the gentlemen made recommendations. Our drinks were excellent. In addition, the restroom was extremely clean.

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Ellen F.

I think Founders Grounds is the one coffee shop I think about the most in the whole city. Finally made it back to this gorgeous little cafe along Main Street, Speedway and it was just like coming home with the friendliness of the staff and coziness of the space. My order: Matcha madness iced chai ($5.25): this seasonal beverage is an iced chai latte with a matcha cold foam. This is seriously tasty and I'd probably get this as my regular order if it were a year-round offer. It's just the right amount of chai spice and a hint of sweet. Cookie break cold brew ($5.25): this coffee drink is definitely sweeter but still delicious without being too cloying. You even get little cookie pieces on top! Bacon, egg, and cheese bagel (forgot price): a classic sandwich, done just right and pressed panini-style. I forgot that the menus are on a TV screen and can change quickly, so I recommend taking pictures of the menu if you take a while to decide on something to order like me!

Everyone was beyond kind, the menu was very unique and everything we tried was delicious.

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Luke W.

Fantastic upstairs espresso crown to the Speedway area, I was half hampered in judgement by my lack of caffeine which pushed me right into ordering a flight before asking on size. After getting the twenty dollar cost, I realized the error of my ways but the free dessert helped forget I was about to take on a lot of coffee all myself! I settled down to the enjoyable space, noticed others already in good conversation so it must be all right vibes here. Wifi worked well. My blueberry lemon scone was too easy too eat. Then it happened. The flight landed on my table hardly fitting! Crazy sugar high! Only to be topped by the java juice rush, I realized my picks of Ice ice baby, summer lovin, checkered flag, and cinnabee were exactly what the bad doctor prescribed for Midwest humidity. No wonder this place has race reviews, the lattes all balanced, smooth, and rich. I forced myself to slow down to time my short hour break before a performance. Can highly recommend and hope to return soon!

Opening at the end of April!!
Kara M.

I was there on opening day last year and I'm so glad to see them thriving! I saw the coffee flight post on Yelp Indy's Instagram this week and was glad to see them get the spotlight. You could walk to the IMS from here. It's right on Main Street in Speedway. During the races you can find them also. They have a shop close to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. They've added a nice deck area. The coffee shop is located upstairs and the deck is out back. The owners I met when they had a tasting at Fundae's a few months before they opened. You could try the coffee and it was great. The star of the place for me is not only the coffee, but the paninis! The breakfast paninis have scrambled eggs, cheese, your choice of bacon, ham, or sausage and is pressed in a panini maker. But, it has a great garlic taste to the toast. They have a honey buffalo chicken panini that I will have to try! They have soups, sandwiches, baked items, also. They offer catering and you also can order online, call ahead, or use take out.

Megan P.

Delicious! We came for the coffee flight and it did not disappoint! The business has 2 entrances. One with beautiful stenciled stairs or the back side with a ramp up to the patio. It's on the second floor with lot and street parking options. Upon entering we were greeted by the team of 3 and they had a list of their fall flavors which can be made either iced or hot. We ordered a flight of 4 not knowing they were full sized drinks! (48 oz total) we got the pumpkin cheesecake, apple orchard, s'mores, and pumpkin latte. The pumpkin cheesecake was my favorite but all were delicious! We also got a French toast muffin (pastry item comes with flight purchase). My sister and I split and were there almost 2 hours talking and catching up. There are seats both inside and outside if the weather is nice. There's a tv and electric fire place inside and a couple were on their laptops so a great option to work remotely. Can't wait to check out their winter holiday flight options!

Some of the seating area
Jastina C.

My southern friend (which means he knows good biscuits and gravy) sent me here because he swears they have the best ever! He wasn't lying!! I got the loaded (which have bacon AND sausage eggs and cheese on them) and the regular one. The loaded ones were a lot of food but absolutely delicious. I liked them both! I didn't even know this location existed. Right on top of the bbq and bacon they have the cutest coffee shop with all the right options for a lovely breakfast with a friend or work while eating. I loved how there were so many windows with the light shining in to make it feel even more special. Definitely a hidden gem

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Great food. Great atmosphere. Great people! Definitely come visit this place!! Paninis were awesome and so was the iced coffee!!

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Highly recommend their coffee flights! One of my favorite little coffee spots to grab a snack !

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I am so lucky to love within walking distance of this place! I love their seasonal coffees. A very cozy place!

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Incredible baristas, unique coffees, great patio - overall fabulous experience and delicious coffee. 11/10

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Coffee flights. OMG coffee flights! Plus good food. Need I say more? More than just pastries too.

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Coffee is the best product on Main Street. Paninis are outstanding. Worth the trip every time.

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Excellent racing / IMS / Indy 500 themed coffee shop on Main Street with a rooftop deck patio. Drinks are fantastic (Speedball FTW)

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This is a very cute coffee shop with a friendly staff and an amazing sausage, egg and cheese panini!

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