Stopped at mansion society for a coffee and was surprised that there was a coffee shop inside of an apt complex, but the coffee shop itself was very cute and had ample parking. FYI to those who may have a physical handicap the prevents climbing steps, there are 2 sets of steps to enter the building, I didn't see any handicap accessible entry when I went there. The area to order coffee was really small and could comfortably fit about 5 people in the line inside the ordering station. There were places to stand in the foyer to wait as well, but in my opinion even though there is an open space in the foyer you could be potentially blocking someone's walking space since the ordering station is next to the entrance and the seating areas are in the entryway. I ordered their seasonal From the Past Latte w/ matcha and whole milk. They mentioned that the wait time to receive the drink was 10 minutes, which was understandable with how busy they were, but to my surprise I actually received my drink in half that time. The drink tasted great and if I was still in the area I'd go there again. I definitely noticed for such a small space, the staff were efficient and moved quickly to get everyone their correct orders. All of them were very cordial and professional as well, so that was appreciated. read more

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I saw this coffee spot as a top hidden gem so my pig and I ventured out to check it out on a random Sunday. Cute place however I was a bit thrown off upon arriving. It is an apartment building. I didn't do my research prior but learned that it used to be a psych ward. Kinda cool. I got their seasonal coconut lavender latte and a signature Sammy. The drink was great, the sandwich took way too long to prepare (we're talking 30 minutes, no joke). I was only annoyed bc I was so hungry, other than that- I didn't care about the wait bc I had nowhere to be. Overall- If I was in the neighborhood and craving a yummy coff treat, I'd return- I did really like my drink. read more

I tried the Bx3 iced latte and it's my new favorite! Their bourbon and blueberry syrups go amazing together. I also tried the blueberry cake which comes with real blueberries. So good! As always, service and vibes were 10/10. read more

Mansion Society - B x 3 Iced Latte & Blueberry Pastry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This cafe is one of a kind. For the history of the building alone, it's worth visiting. I loved the vintage decor and that there was plenty of unique seating if you want to dine in or get some work done while enjoying your food and drink. Parking was easy too. The barista was friendly and welcoming. I ended up ordering the iced strawberry matcha and it was not only pretty, but delicious too. I will definitely be back to enjoy one of their seasonal drinks! read more

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Love the decor and interesting looking building. Good coffee & pastries. Good service

My new favorite place!! A true hidden gem. They're located on the first floor of the Central State Mansion apartment building. The vibe/style of the cafe is my favorite! I feel like I'm sitting inside a vintage shop. It sits inside a repurposed Victorian style building, that was once a psychiatric hospital (fun fact). What we got -- + chai tea latte, and I am pretty sure it's the best one I've ever had in my life + 2 Valentine's Day lattes (hot & cold) + feta & spinach croissant - so so so good. I've been thinking about it for 2 weeks! + Nutella croissant = perfection + lemon cheesecake - very good, and we ate this in the morning! Staff is incredibly kind and very helpful. * easy parking read more

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I popped in this coffee shop before going to the medical history museum, and it was a wonderful visit! They had a nice selection of seasonal coffees and delicious pastries. There was plenty of seats inside, and the service was fast! read more

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I'm so glad I finally went to Mansion Society! This place is amazing we had the chicken pesto croissant and the cappuccino there and took a bunch of pastries to go. I can say with 100% confidence these are my favorite pastries in Indy!! The service is unmatched and the ambiance is incredible! The decoration and neon signs are a perfect contrast for the architecture of the building. There's plenty of parking and it is easy to get there from Washington St. I'm definitely coming back!! read more

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This little spot is so great! The food is A+! I had an egg and goat cheese croissant that will live rent free in my head for days. Delicious! It's also a great place for remote work, though not great reception for my hot spot (not their fault!!). The other patrons were friendly, the vibe was relaxed, and the service was perfect! Can't wait to go back! read more

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I was in the area and decided to stop by. I got the Dolce Vita coffee iced and a blueberry lemon cake slice to go. The staff is welcoming and friendly and the inside has plenty of seating. read more

Mansion Society - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

First of all I want to say superior customer service. It was my first time at this coffee shop. Many selections of teas cold and cold. Lattes, coffee , pastries and sandwiches. I got the Manson Lemonade Strawberry and chocolate crossisant (mouth watering). There is plenty of communal seating and parking. The building itself is not accessible for someone is non ambulatory or with limited mobility such as myself. It would be perfect if the had a rail to the steps inside and outside and/or ramp as an alternate. read more

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I had the I Love You S'More and it was amazing! The latte art was so good and it came with a graham cracker dipped in toasted marshmallow. My sister got a Rosemary Dirty Chai and it just tasted like a vanilla latte. They had very cute plates and some comfy seating, but some uncomfortable seating as well. There was a smell of old tobacco smoke that bothered us. The service was good, but they were very busy so we waited for quite a while. read more

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I had Mansion Society on my list for a while and finally made it in. Service was very friendly and welcoming and the ambience is relaxed and cozy. The ordering area and counter space are very cute and whimsical. My matcha latte was tasty and the black coffee was good. I also tried a slice of Japanese cheesecake which was good too. I loved how items are served on vintage trays. Finally, I appreciate them being dog friendly. I wish there were more seating options, but that's my only critique. 4.5/5 read more

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This place had such good coffee drinks and sandwiches! My husband and I went for brunch on a Sunday. We got their BLT on a croissant. He had the Sweet like Theo chai latte and I got the crowd pleaser latte. The ladies working were so friendly, and the food came out quickly. Such a perfect chill vibe for a Sunday morning. read more

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I came in a friend on a Saturday afternoon with a friend before our tour at the Medical History Museum. I didn't realize they had such a wide range of food or I would have showed up hungry. The service was friendly and the space was wonderful. Perfect for a conversation with a friend, reading a book, or doing work. I had their Strawberry Lemonade and it was fantastic. My friend had a matcha and also noted how delicious it was. They were both served in cute glasses and garnished. Can't wait to go back! read more

What an interesting spot in Indy. I'll need to go back to visit the grounds and learn more about the history. Very friendly service, my husband, mother and I were greeted as soon as we came into view. Thorough explanations of the items on the menu were provided, they could even offer customizations. Cool antique pieces and China for serving. Drinks and food were very tasty, they make the sandwiches fresh to order. Parking lot out front, several different areas for seating including larger tables and individual lounge chairs in case you wanted to bring a book and read. read more

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This is the second time I've been in. I appreciate the antique decor and the welcoming vibe. I love finding places where I can work on things. The large tables are really helpful to be able to set up a computer and notebook. Food and drinks are brought out to you on trays. I can tell there is a lot of care put into things. There are alcoves for seating areas and each one is slightly different. I always love a good wall paper. This stop I got a Mon Cheri Latte with oat milk, The Goat sandwich, and a carrot cake loaf. Second time getting a flavored latte and they do tend to make them sweet! The Goat was delicious and a solid choice for a full early lunch. The carrot cake loaf was good but a little dry. The staff are very friendly but don't be in a hurry. I feel like this is a place to enjoy yourselves. I do wish the water was more self serving but overall I definitely see myself coming again. This feels like a hidden secret and shouldn't be! read more

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I am so glad this lovely place exists! It gives everyone a reason to visit an incredibly charming historic building. They have a good selection of coffee shop drinks and little treats. I can't have wheat products and every time I've been, they always have a sweet treat for me too. Not a place for a big heavy meal but if you are looking for the perfect spot to discuss what you just thrifted or to laze a bit with a knitting project and people watch.. this is it. read more

This place is a gem! Nice clean open and inviting. Exceptional they were very nice a bit slow had one employee working but still very nice. The food was great having the chicken pesto sandwich and lavender lemonade. I will be back. They need to have ADA accessibility there were no stair railing or wheelchair accessibility read more

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I have been to so many coffee spots in Indy and this one by far is one of the best! They not only have great coffee, but the food is amazing as well! Also, if you want to support women, come to this place! The owners are so friendly! The vibes are definitely great here! Don't miss out! read more

I was in the city for work and stopped by. I got the banana cream coffee and a croissant sandwich. Both were good. My favorite was the coffee, it was delicious! It was busy on Sunday but that's expected anywhere. They take your order to your table. There's plugs along the seating areas for working. When you're done you take your dirty dishes to a bin by the door. The music was good too! It helped me focus on work while enjoying my coffee. read more

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I just visited Mansion Society for the first time & it is now my new favorite coffee shop in all of Indy. A couple of things that sold me: 1) I love how they have options for people who prefer other things than coffee AND food -- I got their Carrot Cake Chai Latte which was the perfect blend of spice and milk & had the All About the Egg Croissant which was also so yummy! 2) The staff were incredibly friendly, helpful, and quite personable! 3) I also like studying/reading in armchairs instead of at a table and they had a whole room of couches and cozy chairs! (As well as the usual tables-- space for everyone!) The prices were a little higher than others but I felt like the quality and size matched it, so it was definitely worth it! Super easy parking, easy to find, easy drive from downtown, I love it! read more

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Best Coffee in Town with Outstanding Service! This place has hands-down the best coffee I've ever had. The lattes are exceptional and i have never had a bad drink here. The staff is friendly, welcoming, and genuinely interested in getting to know their customers. coffee. They offer great recommendations, and make sure every visit feels special. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for catching up with friends, getting some work done, or simply enjoying a quiet moment with a great cup of coffee. If you're a coffee lover and love supporting small businesses, this spot is an absolute must-visit! Highly recommend! read more

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I got a latte while my brother was picking up his keys and it was one of the best lattes I have ever had. Very quaint shop with adorable staff, glad I stopped by. Looks like I will be visiting my brother more often. read more

Mansion Society - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Mansion society's fall menu is out and it looks amazing! The barista made some great recs and helped us decide from the extensive drink options. I got the churro swirl latte (iced version) and it's a sweet concoction of condensed milk syrup & mocha served with the cutest little churro on the side! My friend got the spiced cookie latte made with chai & cookie butter syrup, served with a cookie on the side. They also got more seating recently and there are even more cozy spots to get some work done! read more

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Mansion Society is one of my fav coffee shops. Not only is it Latina-owned, but the food, vibes, and drinks are amazing! They always have a variety of food options, too. From bagels to pastries to donuts to sandwiches, there is always something available for breakfast, lunch, or snacks. I've tried a variety of hot and iced drinks that are well-crafted, flavorful, and worth the money spent (usually with lavender !) I also love that they're among one of the only places that serve plant-based bacon and I can enjoy a tasty BLT sandwich. Just delish! The space is comfortable to enjoy a coffee alone, do some work, catch up with a friend, or even a nice first date. My personal FAV is that they're pup friendly! They have pup treats and all. Be sure to add Mansion Society as your next coffee shop stop. PRO TIP: They have a secret menu AND they host a lot of events and collabs. Check their IG for more details (@mansionsocietyindy). read more

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I know people have already used the phrase "diamond in the rough," but it's the truth. The area itself is magical with historic buildings sprinkled throughout, one in particular dating back to 1899. The café is on the first floor of an apartment building, called the Central State Mansion. The staff are very friendly, patient, and helpful. The drinks are handcrafted by their meticulous baristas. A large selection of coffee preparation methods and varieties to choose from. A nice selection of seasonal baked goods, and a limited (but not limited to flavor) menu of sandwiches. I ordered the Spicy BLT. An absolutely perfect level of heat from the arugula and spicy mayo, balanced nicely by a nice slice of tomato and somewhat thick-cut bacon. All gathered perfectly by a fresh and crunchy french roll with a side of potato chips. It paired well with a bottled Coke. Make the stop, enjoy the unique historical ambiance, and savor in the flavor of their wares. read more

Mansion Society - Spicy BLT - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This place is now one of our favorite coffee shops. The charm of old architecture and vintage glassware/plates/accents in the shop make it unique and elegant. We tried chicken salad pitas and biscoff lattes (not on the menu). The coffee tasted great and chicken salad pita was hands down the best chicken salad dish I've tried in the Midwest. Coffee was on the pricier side ($7 a cup) but the pita was well worth $13. I also have to mention the staff were very friendly and quick. The place is big enough to accommodate a few dozen people and parking wasn't an issue at all. You can sit outside on benches or choose one of the rooms with sofas inside. There's also a pool with lounge chairs behind the building but it seems to be only for those living here. Lastly, there's more to see in the area and you can walk around the historic site and even visit the medical history museum which is steps away. Overall, great experience and I highly recommend this coffee shop. read more

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I've heard many many great things about this shop however after traveling all the way from California and a 45 minute drive from my hotel, I found this coffee shop closed regardless of set hours on website, yelp, and instagram. The phone number is also disconnected. Also it's located inside a residential building with a code locked door. So while trying to figure out what to do next we uncomfortably stood by the locked door until some nice residents came out let us know the cafe was supposed to be open but they were randomly closed today. Would've been nice to be informed or even a sign to be hung. Don't waste your time like they wasted mine. read more

I'd toured the refurbished Central State grounds a couple of years back and was fascinated by what's been done with the place. It's now something of a commune and I could see the appeal of if you're looking for somewhere affordable and unique to live. I hadn't tried the coffee shop. But we were in the area and decided to give it a try for lunch. Unfortunately, they were out of the chicken salad, which is what we both wanted. But the sandwiches we did get were prepared very fresh and presented quickly by our friendly servers. The atmosphere was unique and inviting, and I really enjoyed the selection of macarons. Definitely worth a stop if you're curious. read more

Mansion Society - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I had always wanted to try this place out and my husband and I finally stopped in the first weekend of August (I'm a little behind on leaving reviews this month). The outside is beautiful and is an apartment complex (the coffee shop is inside to the immediate left in the lobby), but formerly was the now historic central state psychiatric hospital. I was a little taken aback by the overwhelming aroma of weed + cigarettes upon entering the building instead of the expected coffee + pastries aroma you smell in coffee shops. I guess that is the downside of having a coffee shop in an apartment complex. Dogs are welcome here, so I was excited to try it out and see if they were good so we could bring the dogs with us next time (we were out running non-dog friendly errands, so they didn't join us). The woman working inside the coffee shop was really nice and gave us plenty of time to decide on what we wanted to order since we had never been in before. We both ordered a seasonal latte from the chalkboard next to the register. I got the "With Love, Lou" and while it was really good, I realized later after we got our receipt that they charge an extra $1 for oat milk (they did not have almond milk as an option, which is what I like to get in place of regular milk) an an extra $3 to make a seasonal latte. My husband got an iced "Loverboy" (again with oat milk, so another $4 up-charge) because that is what she recommended in place of a caramel latte, which they did not offer. We thought it was weird that a coffee shop did not have any caramel syrup/sauce and she said they make everything in-house and did not have that. My husband's coffee was sickly sweet and we were not able to drink it and ended up slitting mine instead. We had to dump his out when we got home later in the day. We would both recommend the "With Love, Lou" though! The hazelnut surprise was our favorite pastry we got to try. The filling was evenly distributed and it had great flavor and a fun shape. The Nutella croissant had all of the Nutella filling on only one side, so it made splitting it in half difficult and it ended up oozing everywhere while we were trying to eat it in the car on the way to the grocery store. I would not recommend eating this on-the-go. It was very tasty and I would get it again to just have by myself and eat there or at home. I have always wanted to try Japanese cheesecake and we got a slice of that as well. I thoroughly enjoyed it, but my husband was not a fan. We also saw on our receipt that every single item we purchased was charged an extra $0.15 to have to-go, which isn't a lot, but we had never been there before and she never told us that, so it was annoying to see it after the fact. I think I would come back here to read a book with the some friends and have a coffee for there, but I wouldn't go back to get anything to-go. read more

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The banana pancake latte was the bomb!!! I loved the decor of the shop. The barista was super nice and helpful as well!!!

Our old lady book club went on a book club crawl which started with breakfast here ...........I only wish I had taken photos of interior as it was so welcoming and calming AND my breakfast sandwich was very good. The hostess was gracious, smiling and a wealth of information. The mansion actually has apartment community living, it was beautiful! read more

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Such a cool concept of repurposing space! This coffee shop is on the first floor of a mansion that now is used as apartments. The owners are so kind and helpful. The birthday cake latte was delish and the breakfast sandwich kept me full as I studied at one of their many tables one afternoon. There are so many fun pieces of furniture and different rooms that you can enjoy your coffee and food in. I'm looking forward to coming back! read more

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Food was very tasty and I absolutely loved the atmosphere. We order a croissant sandwich, strawberry danish, and carrot cake loaf. All were very well made. read more

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What a fantastic spot to meet up for a cup of coffee or go to cozy up on the couch with a book and an amazing beverage! I highly recommend the Velveteen Rabbit Latte! You will love this place from your first step inside! read more

After hearing about this place, I was excited to check it out but the service can only be described as awful. Things seemed to be very busy behind the counter and disorganized. I ended up waiting 40 minutes for a drink and my friends who ordered before me waited even longer. There was no apology or explanation for the delay. I got an apple chai drink and it had a weird flavor and aftertaste, so I ended up getting a hot chocolate which was nothing special. After complaining about the wait time they did eventually apologize when the second drink came out and just said "oh we're busy." I'm not sure if staffing is the issue or if there are others, but I did not feel appreciated as a customer or like the staff was customer-focused. 40 minutes is ridiculous for a wait. read more

Just a few miles west of downtown near the Haughville neighborhood, Mansion Society is located inside a historic building on vast greenspace where a hospital used to operate. Currently, the building with Mansion Society has communal-style apartments. The owners are a trio of a mother and two daughters who have done an incredible job with decor, customer service, and seasonal menus. The menu has drinks like coffee, mocha, lemonade, etc. all with fun syrup options. For food, you can grab either smaller pastries or order a larger sandwich with sides. I cannot say enough about the styles of dishes, wallpaper, and posters that elevate the ambiance to a chic but quaint and casual coffee shop. The Matchacita drink (matcha with rose and vanilla) is one of my favorite matcha options in Indianapolis. Their drinks can be hot or iced, and you can request pat or whole milk. Although I went on a Saturday afternoon, the place was not too crowded and the wait was not long. Prices are reasonable. If you drive there, you'll enter the parking lot under the old archway for the Central State Hospital entrance. Parking is free on the grounds of this old hospital, which closed in 1994. The Indiana Medical History Museum is nearby as well as a wedding venue. Many of the old buildings have been torn down, but the remaining historical architecture is gorgeous. This neighborhood is currently growing with brand new apartments and condos and has been a hub for authentic cuisines from around the world. read more

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A slight drive from the city center is Mansion Society! The parking lot just outside is open to everyone as the cafe is housed inside an apartment building. Such a fascinating history to the building! It definitely does have a refurbished hospital vibe but the coffee shop is so well decorated that it's not too noticeable. I'm quite picky when it comes to coffee and this cappuccino was everything I could've wanted. It was strong and yet perfectly balanced with the foam. I will be back here again. read more

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I absolutely love this coffee shop. It is the prettiest and cutest shop in the whole state in my opinion. I also love their changing menu menu as I can visit frequent and always get something new and different. Aesthetically it's also such an adorable place and the service is great. read more

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