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.

Oh! What a beautiful beautiful cozy coffee shop! I have been meaning to visit Dark side coffee…read morehouse for a while now and I finally got the chance today! The vibe is relaxed and the service is so good and quick. My best part was having a slice of spinach quiche. The base was fresh and layered crunchiness and the keto cookie was from a different world! The coffee was delicious and freshly brewed! Cicero is a small town with really stylish and friendly customers and I so enjoyed interacting with every one of them. They have a delicious array of baked goods so be sure to try each one of those!

Love the ambiance, food & most of their drinks. The staff is friendly & quick…read more However, I got a cup of reg coffee & it was very bitter & not that good which was disappointing

This is my third experience here. Every time it's been better and better…read more First two times I came in for just one or two pieces of pastry. This third time I was picking up 18 pastries - 3 different types- all delicious and superbly baked AND a cake. WOW! The cake was amazingly beautiful! delicious and decorated exquisitely with huge intricate frosting flowers and leaves. I'm very very happy with my order- they even helped me carry it to the car. This bakery made my special family party a huge success, everyone enjoyed the food and remarked on how delicious it looked and tasted. Thank you SO much for making the event extra special

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.

Came to Java House for a business meeting. It worked out extremely well! They have four top tables…read morein the main area where you can sit. They also have dedicated meeting rooms. The dedicated meeting rooms are available for a price. See picture below. My other coffee shops, you can purchase all different kinds of coffee. In addition, they have an assortment of breakfast sandwiches. We didn't try the breakfast sandwiches, but they looked good on the menu and in the past We just got regular coffee and lattes. They were very good. The service was just OK. Our coffee was delivered promptly, but the server was not overly friendly. We ask for a refill on the plain drip coffee. We were told it would be two dollars for a refill. We ask for the latte to be reheated since we had sat there for sometime during our meeting. We were told they do not have a microwave. There are a lot of repeat loyal customers since this place markets themselves for business meetings. They may want to consider changing their model for their repeat customers. Perhaps by using their rewards program to recognize customers by offering a less expensive, or even free, refill on plain coffee. This will make them more competitive with other coffee shops. It will also encourage the meeting environment that they are trying to establish. We will return again for a business meeting. We are hoping they become more customer focused for their repeat visitors.

This Java House is located at Clay Terrace outside mall and the parking is limited. The hours are…read more6:30am to 6:00 pm Monday-Sunday. What frustrates me is when you go to an expensive coffee house and you take a sip and the first thing you taste is waterish coffee. Weak. Mediocre. I also ordered a chocolate croissant. And the croissant was soft, but I'm not too sure what they use for chocolate? I don't know, but aside from the food the ambience at this place was spectacular. It was really nice, clean and modern. Very cute little place. Also, they had cute little bandannas that you can buy for your dog for about 6.00 ish.

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!

Always on the hunt for good coffee around Indy, my wife and I checked out Just Love Coffee Cafe in…read moreCarmel--and it did not disappoint. The first thing that caught our attention was the menu. Everything is "waffled," which sounds gimmicky at first, but actually works really well. I got the Bacon Tater waffle--basically tater tots and bacon pressed into a waffle shape with melted cheddar--and it was way better than I expected. Crispy, cheesy, savory goodness. My wife went with one of the sweet waffles and loved it. You can tell they're not just throwing things together--there's some real creativity in the food. The coffee was just as solid. I went with their house brew, which was smooth and easy to sip. My wife had the White Chocolate Tiramisu latte--sweet but not over the top, with a nice rich flavor. The space itself is cozy and relaxed, with a friendly vibe that makes you want to stay a while. Staff were super welcoming and helpful, which always adds to the experience. What really stood out to me, though, is their backstory. The cafe originally started as a way to support families going through adoption, and they still give back to different causes. It's cool knowing your coffee habit is helping do some good. All in all, Just Love is a great addition to Carmel--good food, better coffee, and a mission you can feel good supporting. We'll definitely be back.

Last Friday I stopped by Rivet Coffee Bar & Roastery in Westfield--and it absolutely did not…read moredisappoint. I've been before and enjoyed it, but this visit just hit different. I met up with my family for brunch, and we were all in a waffle kind of mood. I ordered the banana granola waffle and it was next-level good! The waffle was perfectly crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and layered with just the right balance of sweetness and texture from the ample amount of bananas, whipped cream, and granola. Paired with a cinnamon maple latte? I was one deep breath away from writing a personal thank-you letter to the hands that prepared that plate! But honestly, one of the best parts of the visit was the energy. The woman running the register was giving full-on main character vibes. You could tell immediately she wasn't just taking orders--she was living the dream. The care. The joy. The way she engaged every single customer. That kind of presence can't be faked. It felt like ownership--even if it wasn't, it carried that level of pride and purpose. The indoor seating is cozy (read: tight but charming), but there's plenty of outdoor seating and as Indiana finally remembers what sunshine feels like, this is going to be the spot. Perfect for lingering over a latte, reading a book, or catching up with a good friend. Come for the coffee. Savor a waffle. Watch out for the redhead!

This is my go to for fresh and tasty coffee with amazing breakfast and lunch options too!…read more Service is great and staff is always smiling Plenty of space to work in your school work or work items as well. Very laid back here !

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.

Rivet Coffee has quickly become my go-to local coffee shop. They have excellent lattes and food…read more They are usually pretty busy whenever I stop in so they must not be a secret anymore, lol. My favorite espresso drink is their Latte Meil because they add bee pollen to it and that bee pollen just kicks everything up a few notches. If you are a fan of chocolate croissants I highly recommend trying one (if there are any left). Cone+Crumb provides their baked goods and I can't say enough wonderful things about them as well. If you are looking for more savory food, I recommend the Sarah Lee Special which is a fantastic avocado toast on bread from Amelia's. As you can tell this is a great local spot to support because not only are you supporting them, but you are supporting other Indy local small businesses as well! Next time you are in Westfield make it a point to stop by.

Looked like a very good high quality coffee shop, prices are a little high for drinks…read more I ordered one of the seasonal lattes, a thanksgiving macchiato something. Was super excited bc it sounded amazing with the flavoring and the chocolate drizzle. Ultimately was upset because the boy at the bar ended up putting all the flavoring directly into the expression rather than the milk causing me to loose the flavor, also he put what I believe to be the chocolate drizzle into it and stirred it as well. If that's how they make it that if fine but should consider adjusting the description, that's technically not a drizzle. Then I saw him mixing the expresso into the milk, ultimately leaving me sad and disappointed that I was no longer getting my layered drink but instead leaving with a plain latte. I don't know if he was new but yeah, macchiatos aren't mixed. The team however seemed to work very well together, they had a nice flow and moved quickly on the busy Saturday.

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

We like it here - but I wish they had more on the menu than pasta/burgers. Something like a meat…read moreoption with healthy sides. We always avoid going here because the menu is not exactly what we are looking for. They used to have a bowl with meat/veggies/rice or something like that. That was better than the limited options they have now. Service is always great though! And love the brewery vibe.

Brunch Review: we made reservations online for Mother's Day which was so convenient! They can…read moreeasily accommodate parties of 6 and have indoor and outdoor seating. The interior was very well done and has a cute feel. They have an area where kids can play as well, and was a good family spot. The brunch menu is small but everything sounded so good. I got the Dutch Baby and a toffee nut latte. The drinks and food were very slow to arrive at the table. The food took over 50 mins to come out and we arrived at opening. However once we got our food and drinks everything was delicious. The service overall was not great, and we also had a hard time getting our bill.