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    Indie Coffee Roasters

    4.4 (226 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Good for working

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    Sundae Parlor
    Megan F.

    I have been wanting to try this coffee shop, and finally made it! It is located in a house that was transformed and it really has a great open concept with plenty of seating. There is a parking lot behind the building, and also a ramp. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. I ordered the Sundae Parlor, and was so excited to see a latte with banana, vanilla and white chocolate. The presentation was beautiful, but I was a bit disappointed as I didn't really get any of the banana, vanilla or white chocolate flavor coming through. It took a fair amount of time to get our order.

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    Erin L.

    Finally tried Indie Coffee Roasters after years of saying they were too far away. The Woodsman latte gave me all the cozy feels. Vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a smoky note of hickory mixed with this weather almost had me thinking it was fall.

    Julia M.

    Spending a weekend in Carmel, I stumbled into Indie Coffee Roasters and couldn't help but fall in love with the place. Maybe it was the bright and cheery (dog friendly!) atmosphere, the array of dogs I met on the patio, the friendly staff, or the absolutely delicious latte I enjoyed... but regardless, I really enjoyed my hour spent here. The drink I ordered was just what I needed, and while I can't recall exactly what it was called, the blend of coffee, cinnamon, and subtle sweetness was excellent. The only downside to Indie Coffee Roasters is that I live out of state and won't be able to visit often! 10/10 recommend!

    Jason Z.

    Definitely put Indie Coffee Roasters on your radar which might not be easy to do because with limited parking it's rather easy to drive right by. However they don't make coffee complicated and for that I would gladly park down the street and walk for a solid cup of coffee or any variation of. The house like setting provides a comfortable atmosphere to stay and work or just enjoy the space. Very sanitary feeling here, definitely clean and then some. A limited menu featuring coffee was displayed as was a small selection of t shirts hats and mugs. The Seinfeld reference was noticed and appreciated. I didn't pickup that blend, maybe once we get closer to Christmas I may. Fast efficient service made this visit a quick one. Within close walking distance to everything I would not hesitate to come back for another cup to go.

    I flew in on 12/20/24 just in time for Christmas!
    Cierra L.

    My first stop in Indiana was none other than the Indie Coffee Rosters. Clearly landing at 6 am from Seattle meant that I needed coffee to perk me up and get me on local time. Let me start off by saying -- this is the PERFECT cafe for dog lovers. I have a 15 year old doxie and let's just say the ambiance was pulling at my heart strings immediately. Love a nice clean open space. The merchandise and branding was on point. Coffee was good! Service was exceptional! Kindness is truly something that is valued in Indiana. Love it there!

    Love the dachshund theme!
    Tiffany N.

    What has two thumbs and is a sucker for local businesses in a restored house AND dog themed? This girl. I was in town for work and my coworkers highly recommended this place. We made a coffee run later in the afternoon and I was kinda mad I had to go back to the office because I could have hung out at Indie Coffee Roasters the rest of the day! Staff is super helpful and I appreciated the recommendations from their just small enough menu. Dare I say, I already had enough coffee at that point in the day so I went with a tea drink which is very unlike me. It had mango, coconut and I could have had like three more of them. It was absolutely delicious and well crafted. Love supporting small and local!

    Cookie Butter & Yuzu
    Kelsey H.

    I am so blessed to live so close to Indie Coffee Roasters. It's for sure one of the best coffee shops in the arts & design district. The inside is huge & well spaced. It's definitely a place to go if you have some work that needs to get done. The outside patio is great as well. The coffee is gorgeous and tastes SO good. They only have a few specialty drink choices but each one is frankly great so i can't complain. The coffee is made to order, nice and hot. They also bring your coffee to you, which i think is a nice little add. You have to try!

    Noel D.

    Great place for an early morning espresso with a fresh ham croissant from the bakery on a cold day before driving to work

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    Dave C.

    Nice little shop on Main Street. We rode our bikes and sat outside on the patio. A little bit more expensive than others in the area but seemed popular based on the traffic. I do really like their whole bean coffee and buy it to brew at home. They have a small parking lot in back but there is street parking all around which is your better bet. Friendly place but can take a bit to get your order. Worth checking out if in the area.

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    Aslesha T.

    Excellent coffee!! Loved studying here during residency for boards. Great place to hang out with friends :) I definitely miss this place

    Coffee!
    Aaron P.

    Great spot for coffee, focus work, or meetings here in Carmel Indiana. Great outdoor patio!

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    Wonderful service and the coffee is amazing! Nice clean areas for relaxing or working. Love it!

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    Ask the Community - Indie Coffee Roasters

    Do you have drinks other than coffee? Meeting a colleague there and I'm not a coffee fan. (I'm sure your product is great for coffee lovers). Chai? Juices? I saw something called a "dirty chai"....what is in that?

    Thank you for your question, Dan! A dirty chai does contain coffee (an espresso shot) but we also offer chai lattes which are coffee-free, a variety of teas, and local Circle Kombucha.

    Are they pet-friendly?

    Unfortunately, due to health department regulations, we can’t allow pets inside our space. However we gladly welcome them on the patio! Thanks!

    Do they make cortados?

    Yes, we absolutely do. Hope you’ll stop by to try one!

    If I walk there with a stroller, is there an entrance I can use that doesn't require stairs?

    Yep, we have an entrance in the back that you’ll be able to easily use! Just walk up the drive, to the west of the building and you’ll see it!

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    Bovaconti Coffee - White Chocolate Iced Latte (Tall)

    Bovaconti Coffee

    4.7(78 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    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.

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    Bovaconti Coffee - Inside seating upon entering

    Inside seating upon entering

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    Espresso machine

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    Just Love Coffee Cafe

    Just Love Coffee Cafe

    4.3(141 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    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!

    I JUST LOVE that everything is cooked on a waffle iron, so fun!…read more I was skeptical at first, could food only made on a waffle iron be good? Yes. Surprisingly it was all do delicious. The food we tried was well balanced and left us feeling full and energized. The coffee is high quality and tastefully made. This would be a great date spot or place to grab a quick bite on a busy day

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    Just Love Coffee Cafe - Indoor seating

    Indoor seating

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    Peppermint mocha

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    Le Petit Gateau - Cranberry scone

    Le Petit Gateau

    4.7(58 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    I don't even know where to begin... I came in for a pastry and left emotionally attached…read more Let's talk about the croissants. I had not one, but TWO -- and I regret absolutely nothing. The raspberry pistachio croissant? Oh. My. God. This thing had me in a chokehold. Flaky, buttery layers with the perfect balance of tart raspberry and rich pistachio. It wasn't just good -- it was write-home-about-it good. The kind of pastry that makes you pause mid-bite and question every other croissant you've ever had. The second was a croissant sandwich (I wish I could remember the name!), but the way those flavors paired together? Let's just say it was a full culinary experience. Savory, balanced, indulgent -- you get the hint. Every bite just made sense. Now here's the part that really says something: I grew up on the East Coast where authentic French bakeries are everywhere and the cultural standard is high. I know a proper croissant. And this? This was better. Yes, I said it. We even had the chance to speak with the owner, who was incredibly warm and genuine. He checked in to make sure we enjoyed everything -- which we clearly did, considering we left with boxes to take home. This place isn't just a pastry shop. It's an experience. And trust me, it will be a topic of discussion in our house for days. Run. Don't walk.

    WOW! This place is absolutely amazing. The smells alone are worth the trip to this gem. The staff…read moreare very friendly and highly efficient. I went on a Sunday morning (Mother's Day) to get the special women in my life some treats. I got the chocolate croissant, almond croissants and a cinnamon one. I also got an everything bagel and every single thing is super delicious and freshly baked. Everyone li ed all the treats. They went so fast pictures were not taken.

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    Le Petit Gateau - Cranberry scone

    Cranberry scone

    Le Petit Gateau - Tea latte from Indie Coffee Roasters in the same space here

    Tea latte from Indie Coffee Roasters in the same space here

    Le Petit Gateau - Almond croissant

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    Almond croissant

    Java House  - Cold brew with caramel cold foam

    Java House

    4.4(118 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    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!

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    Java House  - Very nice interior

    Very nice interior

    Java House  - Honey Cold brew

    Honey Cold brew

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