Great spot! I grabbed a matcha and cortado and they're both good and reasonably priced. The inside was spacious and you can definitely open your laptop and work there. Service was good and quick too. I will definitely be back. read more

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I love this space before and still love it under the new business. Their drink menu is pretty extensive and has nice offerings. We stopped in for a quick cocktail and glass of wine before heading towards Mass Avenue. It was a great day outside so we chose the patio seating. The bartender was very helpful and Personable. Great place to hang out and have a quick drink. read more

The Alchemist - Booze - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Stopped by and had their gingerbread nitro, and it is super unique. Definitely tasted the gingerbread flavor with a hint of what I think was orange. I couldn't help but think while drinking it that this would be the perfect base for a take on an espresso martini. The place is pretty new, so there's not a lot to it yet, but with the quality of the coffee, it's a great start. I stopped by during morning rush, so I was the only customer at the time, but the staff seemed friendly enough. Would recommend checking this place out read more

The Alchemist - Seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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First off I know you have been disappointed numerous times by ordering flavored lattes because they simply don't taste like the name, I know this because I have been numerous times but I am AMAZED on the taste of the Sweet Potato Pie latte!! It was AMAZING! The espresso taste wasn't over powered by the flavoring so you were still able to enjoy that aspect but wow.. this drink was perfect ! Had the iced s'mores latte and it was just as good but that sweet potato latte changed my expectations up !! There was a lot of space for seating and a bar for alcoholic drinks as well. From the pics you can see the ambiance is just a whole vibe! Dark industrial feel with moody vibes. Great spot for students, while I was there, there was quite a few groups and despite there being many people it was not loud like some others I've been too. Service was just as good- welcomed with a smile and offered suggestions. If I could give it bonus stars I would, I will be a regular ! read more

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They nailed the design and decor in this place. I love the vibe, ease of parking, and ample seating. Indoor and outdoor spaces are really cute and cozy. I really wanted to love the coffee as well but there is definitely room for improvement. I got a pistachio latte and it was just meh. I also bought two bags of coffee, I've only tried one bag and it's also just meh if not worse. They might do better sourcing coffee from an established roaster in the city. I definitely want to go back to try cocktails and enjoy the space but I'm not sure this would ever be my go to for coffee in the area. read more

Met a friend and tried a few items on the new spring cocktail menu. Everything was amazing. Come back with friends so you can try ALL the things. Every other Wednesday is trivia. read more

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They did a great job transforming what used to be a whiskey production facility into The Alchemist. The front bar is still there, and the back area is now a cozy and comfortable space. The place is low-key without being too intimate or cramped. My first visit was for coffee, and now The Alchemist is ready with their cocktails program. Their most popular drinks are their specialty lattes. There is a variety of seasonal flavors to choose from. Their cocktails menu looks solid, with a number of classics and signature drinks. I happened to chat with the owners during my last visit. Once it warms up there are plans to host weekly events such as live music and trivia. There is a garage door that opens to the sidewalk, and some outdoor seating will be available. read more

I've only been for coffee at the Alchemist so far, but I love the concept of coffee/cocktail lounges that seamlessly flow from day to nighttime service. The Alchemist does it well while standing out from other local shops with their relaxed, moody, and cozy-industrial vibe inside. It was a busy day when we visited but still had plenty of space for our large group to gather together at a table to catch up. They had a good array of seating options for groups of all sizes as well as individuals looking to get solo work done. The Italian Shortbread Latte I ordered was good, but so far what will really make me return is their great atmosphere! read more

The team and the atmosphere of this space is amazing! This spot did a great job with vibes and the staff were super friendly. Their coffee service left a little to be desired though. There was also a private event while I was there that had about half of the seating reserved but there was still space for walk-ins. Definitely made a mental note to enquire about rentals in the future. read more

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My significant other and I decided to try this place for the first time for a birthday outing after dinner. The decor and vibe of this place screams "Date Night". They play all genres of music and its not to loud where you can't have an intimate conversation. We went here for drinks only (which were amazing by the way) but we ended up trying the burria empanadas too! The empanadas gave a good balance of sweet and savory . The staff was so welcoming to us and even accommodated us for a wait on a missed ticket without us even having to ask. This is our new favorite "go to"spot for drinks ! read more

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Another great experience at the alchemist! Coffee remains elite - the Italian shortbread latte was so good and a tad sweet, which is my preference. Plenty of space to work and/or chat. Hope to make this a regular stop! read more

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I'm usually the one to show my husband around to local coffee shops in the city. He found this one this morning and took us on a coffee date! What a great surprise! Amazing tasting coffee and many homemade syrups! I got a Americano with sugar free caramel and it was delicious! Atmosphere was a whole vibe . I can't wait to come back again! read more

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My favorite kind of coffee shop is one that feels more like a cozy living room that someone puts thought and care into as opposed to a cafe. The Alchemist is exactly that! They quick service, knowledgeable baristas, attention to detail set The Alchemist apart. The latte was a work of art and absolutely delicious (not too sweet). Well done, Alchemist! read more

The Alchemist - Pumpkin spice latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

The pump syrups are full of sugar and the espresso was bitter and over extracted. The owners know nothing about coffee and it's just rich people trying to cosplay the coffee industry. There are places to get good coffee in Indy, and this isn't one of them. read more

Going to miss west fork but this is a cute new addition to the neighborhood! Haven't had the opportunity to try their cocktails yet, but swung by in the morning for a coffee. Got the specialty Americano and presentation was on point and v festive. Not really sure I would order it again since it tasted more like cranberry than coffee? Will have to try out an Americano or latte to test out their coffee. The space is super cozy and vibes with lots of seating - there are some tables with outlets (but I think I saw just 3?). Only downside is that the hours are limited so if working or reading here there is a hit of a time constraint. Excited to see if the non-specialty/standard coffee drinks are good and excited to try the cocktails once they're available! read more

Review subject to change as they integrate cocktail aspect. They did excellent job with usage of space in former Westfork whiskey location. Plentiful seating available great for meeting with coworkers/work, studying. The coffee was fair. Many menu options available featuring variety of flavors. As someone who prefers light roast, fruit/foral forward coffee, the coffee a bit bitter and dark for palate. Tried cold brew as well which also fair, but lacked brightness that preferable in cold brew. Espresso drinks seem to be the way to go here. The roaster featured seemed to be largely either darker roast blends or espresso. Will be back to try cocktails. read more

Absolutely so cute in here! It's a little bit tucked away in a neighborhood, so I guess it's a little off the beaten path. Came in for coffee with 2 others, and we were able to order as soon as we walked in. I got the Spanish latte and it was delicious! read more

Cozy new spot on Bellefontaine with lots of comfy seats and nooks and crannies to read your book or just hang out. I got a cappuccino and a double chocolate muffin - they were both excellent. They are supposed to be extending into later hours with cocktail service. Free WiFi, plenty of street parking nearby. read more

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This little spot is so cute! The ambiance and aesthetic are so appealing and they've decorated the space so well! We were a little disappointed that they don't serve alcohol until 5pm, even on Saturdays, as we were hoping to get a cocktail in the afternoon before the Fever game. I feel as if this information should be posted in more places, as we heard a few individuals walk in while we were there also trying to order a cocktail. I got a pistachio latte that was okay, drinkable but not my favorite. Would love to come back and try out some of their cocktails, though, as the place was very cute and inviting! read more

The Alchemist - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

First off,I absolutely love the hat they did with the former West Fork Whiskey space. I was very curious to see what they were going to do. It's very cozy and airy and open. I was happy to see they had a golden latte as one of the non-caffeinated options. Sadly, it was not good. And the most expensive golden latte I've seen in the city. Womp. It was literally milk and turmeric. No sweetener, no cinnamon, ginger, clove. Just bland and overpriced. Love the vibes and service was great though read more

HOLLLLLLY CRAP!!!!!! i've definitely had a latte here before but today I got one of the signature lattes, the orange chocolate one. This was absolutely life-changing. I also am really keen on details. You all have to-go cups and lids that are absolutely stunning and perfect. I love the ambience of this place and everyone is always so friendly. Thank you for making my day 100 times better. Y'all are very cherished in the community. I'm absolutely obsessed. read more

Takeout cups at the end of the night... even when you're dining in I stopped by this coffee shop toward the end of the evening, and while the drinks themselves were good, the service was disappointing. We were given to-go cups even though we were clearly staying to sit and enjoy our drinks. When we asked, we were told they "don't want to wash dishes during the last hour of the shift." I understand closing duties, but refusing dine-in cups well before closing just feels lazy and unwelcoming. It changed the whole vibe of the visit and made us feel like they were trying to rush us out. Great drinks, but the customer service needs work. If you're going to stay open, you should serve customers properly until time read more

I have been here for coffee service and cocktail, they both were fantastic! I enjoyed the ambiance and it smells soo nice. The bathroom was super clean (love that)! Will be back for sure, it feels super unique compared to other places in Indy. read more

The Alchemist - Espresso martini - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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All the cocktails are so delicious and unique! Julian is a true mixologist and very creative when curating his cocktail recipes. Also they have hands down the BEST espresso martini I've ever had! It's a cozy environment with some fun music in the evenings. Definitely check it out! read more

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I was waiting to try Alchemist and I was pleasantly surprised when I drove into what seemed like a suburb area. It's a nice cosy location. The ambience is great and pretty good to work at. My Americano tasted great and I asked for orange oil which my barista willingly added giving such a good citrusy flavor. We spent a good 2 hours working and the customer inflow was decent. Didn't feel too rushed or chaotic. Definitely a keeper! read more

Such a cozy place to grab coffee with a group of friends. This place is fairly large and has plenty of different seating options - tables, high top tables, couches, chairs. The vibe is versatile: come here to get some work done, or come here to meet some friends, or come here for a date! It really is a nice place in a nice location. The coffee wasn't my favorite IMO, but I would come back for the vibes and to try it again! The person who took my order was very nice. read more

The coffee is MID. It would be better if the customer service was good. I've been here for cocktails and the service was a little better, but overall needs some.work. read more

So far so good. Tasty drinks, soft light, comfortable, spacious atmosphere. Still a little busy right now in its opening days, but once the novel frenzy wears down a little bit I could see this being a great relaxing place to hang out, work, or catch some vibes. Great addition to local food scene. read more

This was our first visit to the Alchemist. We loved how much extra room they have and plenty of seating. It has a relaxed laid back feel and everyone there was so nice. We went for cocktails and were not disappointed. The espresso martini was fantastic. We will be back and we will bring friends! read more

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Had never been here until today and fell in love immediately. The space is surprisingly spacious with lots of great tables for doing work from home. my cappuccino was perfectly made, not too sweet. excited to come back here for work! read more

The Alchemist - extra frothy cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

As a previous West Fork enthusiast, if anything was going to take over this space, I was super exited to find out it would be a coffee/cocktail shop! I LOVE what they have done with the space! Lots of space to meet a group of friends, have a cute date, or do some work. I was impressed with the amount of options for having recently opened. They offer coffee, tea and non coffee options. I didn't get a chance to try the pastries on this visit, but they looked delicious. I opted for the iced eggnog seasonal latte. It was not overly sweet which I appreciated, but I do prefer a bolder espresso; didn't get much coffee or eggnog flavor. My friend tried the Italian Shortbread latte and very much enjoyed it! Definitely one of their sweeter options. All in all, loved the chill vibes and will definitely be back! read more

I got the iced Italian shortbread latte and it was great! I think it would be better hot instead of iced, so I'll be back to try that. The inside is very cozy and cute. There are tons of tables and seats to study or do work at. The employees were super friendly and handled being very busy well! It's a great addition to the neighborhood! read more

The Alchemist - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Another cute, cozy coffee shop just opened and I was very excited to check it out. The menu is pretty simple, just your typical espresso drinks with a few speciality lattes. The cinnamon roll was very yummy and they even warm it up for you! A great spot with lots of seating, perfect for a meeting or study date :) read more

The Alchemist - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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I keep wanting to like this place but the staff is very unfriendly and rude. And the coffee is just okay . With so many places to choose from in Indy, Alchemist needs to do better. Their space is great, cozy and inviting but I have tried it 3 times, over the last 6 months and each time I leave disappointed. Most recently, it was one of the few places open Memorial Day so went with a friend - my fault that we had to wait for their late opening at 9:00 and there was a line waiting for opening. The staff opening the door was rude, didn't greet the waiting guests and told us to "get out of the way so I can put the sign out? Once inside to order, her demeanor did not improve. No thank you, how are you - nada. My latte was ok but the cortado I got as I was leaving was bitter and super HOT. Food options were sold out in 20 minutes - granted it was a holiday but... Don't think I will give them another chance - prefer my regular places where the staff is friendly, engaging and happy to be at work. read more

Called ahead to see about laptop policy; got an AI chatbot that mentioned nothing of the sort. Waitress at the bar was very rude. Asked me "coffee or cocktails?" when I walked in, and I replied "A menu? :)" and she repeated as though I was dumb: "...Co-ffee? Or cock-tails?" and I said "um, it depends on the menu!" and she said "well, we stopped serving coffee. So you can get a cocktail at the bar... or there's menus on tables." we started to walk to a table and she stopped us to say "and because it's cocktail hour, no laptops on tables." Very frustrating, as we called ahead for exactly that reason. read more

The ambience is the best. It looks so cool inside between the chill art, the furniture & tables feel classy, the slight steam-punk feel. Plenty of seating and a large space. The food is great, the coffee is great during the day and great cocktails in the evening. I wish they staffed the place better as they cannot handle an influx of people without the service times going way down. There is a small parking lot in the back, but there is also street parking and no cost! Warning, it is very dark inside and the evenings can get extremely loud. read more

Incredible atmosphere ruined by unfriendly staff. Staff member was unclear on which latte was which and angry when asked to clarify. Error made on our order and we received only two lattes, despite ordering three. There was no apology from the team even after expressing willingness to reorder and pay for another. After enjoying our latte, different staff member became angry when asked where bussed dishes should be placed. We will not be returning after such an unwelcoming experience. read more

Such great atmosphere, I've recommended this place to five people already. The service is great. The food is incredible, especially the pizza. You couldn't go wrong with any flavor. They were also great in doing special requests, I didn't feel like having alcohol then and I went and really wanted an espresso martini, so they made an incredible virgin alternative! read more

Normally love this place. Stopped in and the espresso machine was down. No problem, very nice employee explained what they were able to make and was apologetic. However, employee who took our order was *extremely* rude and cut me off when I was ordering. I asked if they could put cream in my chai (i know it has milk already) and she rudely interrupted me to explain how it was made like I didn't already know, and it didn't get made how I asked either. She was equally rude to my friend for absolutely no reason as we very polite and were a bit taken back by her rudeness. I will not be returning. read more

Too-cool vibe, ok coffee, starbucks-y pastries. This is embedded deep inside an awesome growing neighborhood now full of many families who enjoy a good coffee and fresh pastry/sando for themselves and their 0-6 year old kids (and many who work from home too). I was so excited for this new place to hit that spot! But while the space is beautiful, its dark, casually-unfriendly, uber-hipster vibe does not make me think I should swing by with my kids to meet friends. The pastries are from a basic distributor and specialty drinks just use standard bottle syrups. Where oh where is the neighborhood feel? It's a perfectly fine place to work from home outside the house during the daytime. read more