National Coffee Day is technically celebrated September 29, but if you’re a caffeine addict who craves your morning java, you know that coffee day is every day. Try something different at one of these unique places to get coffee and don't forget about international coffee day on October 1.
Carmel
Back to Top of ListBovaconti Coffee
This coffee shop first started in 2019 in Fountain Square inside a historic 1850s building that once housed Bovaconti Jewelers. Now expanding out to the Carmel Arts & Design District, Bovaconti Coffee pays homage to its origins and incorporates several iconic design elements, making their shop pop in not only design, but also their locally roasted coffee. Some fan favorites include their Spanish Latte, Golden Latte and Venetian Fog.
Caffè Buondì
This Italian-inspired eatery, open for breakfast and lunch, is a popular spot for breakfast meetings. Enjoy your fresh frittata with unique coffee creations using Lavazza coffee. On the menu at Caffè Buondì, you’ll find a classic Caffe Napoletano, Pistachio Cappuccino and other authentic beverages.
The Cake Bake Shop
You likely know Cake Bake from its massive (and sparkly) slices of cake, served in a luxurious space at Carmel City Center. Pair your dessert with a cup of specialty coffee, like a Blueberry White Mocha or Rose Cappuccino, an espresso with steamed milk flavored with rose essence.
Eggshell Bistro
Larry Hanes only uses Four Barrel coffee at his restaurant, Eggshell Bistro. Here, you can find Japanese siphoned coffee, which uses vapor pressure and gravity to make the coffee. Other caffeinated beverages include the N’Orleans iced coffee, cold-brewed for 14 hours with chicory, cane sugar and milk, and the Polar Opposite, featuring hot and cold stratified layers of crema, espresso, milk and chicory simple syrup.
Epic Coffee
This “epic” coffee shop sources only the best ingredients, from local Amish milk to European imported syrups. With a cozy space inside to enjoy your drink, a drive-through and mobile ordering, Epic Coffee makes it accessible to get any of their drinks like their wide range of latte flavors such as Dubai chocolate or Blackberry Cobbler or pastries like a Raspberry Pistachio Croissant or Lemon Blueberry Scone.
Indie Coffee Roasters
Look for the dachshund silhouette on the outdoor sign and you’ll know you’ve arrived at Indie Coffee Roasters. Here, you can watch the beans roasted on-site in the modern space featuring primarily black and white décor. Indie offers a rotating menu of seasonal beverages (two coffee options, one tea) with concoctions made by staff members. Check out a coffee cupping or Espresso 101 class to further your caffeine education.
Java House Coffee Bar
You might recognize the Java House name for their liquid pods and cold brew concentrates sold in retailers nationwide. But a local Carmel couple opened Java House’s first brick-and-mortar locations in Clay Terrace and now in Midtown Plaza. You can also find another location in Fishers, right off of the Nickel Plate trail. Beans are steeped in cold water for more than 12 hours to achieve that rich, smooth coffee taste. Try a specialty drink like the Workaholic (maple almond), In a Minute (chocolate cinnamon) and Honey Baby (honey cinnamon).
Just Love Coffee Cafe
This cafe is open all day serving breakfast, lunch and dinner in addition to serving coffee. Try drip coffee, cold brew, traditional espresso or a signature lattè at the location on Old Meridian Street in Carmel. The menu also includes mouth-watering artisan waffles.
Prufrock Coffee Company
If you see someone drinking coffee out of a can, you’ll know it’s from Prufrock Coffee Company. Its unique packaging is inspired by the owner’s travels in Europe where the coffee is single-use, but it conveniently allows for the community to take it to-go for a walk or bike ride along the Monon Trail. Besides their coffee, the shop also offers delicious pastries such as a flaky croissant filled with soft-serve vanilla ice cream.
Fishers
Back to Top of ListSchoolhouse 7 Cafe
School is in session at Schoolhouse 7 Café in Fishers, located off Cyntheanne Road. This is a former schoolhouse turned coffee shop, café and gathering space – and the décor will remind you of vintage classrooms. Order a “core subject” beverage in sizes freshman (12 oz), senior (16 oz) or graduate (20 oz) and pair it with an “extra credit” item like a smoothie or a baked good from the “cafeteria” menu.
The Well Coffeehouse
The cups and mugs at The Well Coffeehouse in Fishers’ Nickel Plate District say “Where Coffee Changes Lives.” That’s because the owners of The Well donate proceeds to help people in need have access to safe, clean drinking water. Order a classic pour-over or seasonal beverage like Banana in Pajamas (bananas foster deconstructed latte), Black Cat (cinnamon, cayenne, charcoal mocha) or Secret Garden (juniper, bergamot and lavender cold brew).
Noblesville
Back to Top of ListLC Coffeehouse
LC Coffeehouse is made possible through its strategic partnership with Project Rescue, a nonprofit that helps the fund and provide resources. So, not only will you walk away with a deliciously made beverages such as their coffee flight, but all their profits go back to a good cause.
Noble Coffee & Tea Company
Located on the charming Historic Noblesville Square, Noble Coffee & Tea Company was renovated last year with a fresh new look and more seating options. Get in line to grab a cup of coffee, made from beans freshly roasted on-site. Popular blends include Highlander Grogg (butterscotch, rum and caramel flavors), Snickerdoodle (just like the cookie!) and Jamaican Me Crazy (caramel, vanilla and Kahlua flavors). Order online and pick up your drink upon arrival, or have beans shipped directly to your house.
Westfield
Back to Top of ListRivet Coffee Bar & Roastery
Find Westfield’s hottest coffee shop around the corner from Park Street. Beyond coffee, Rivet Coffee Bar & Roastery features a breakfast and lunch menu with a wraparound porch to enjoy your food and drink. Try beverages like the Cinnamon Maple Latte, Spiced Coconut Latte or Affogato, a double shot of espresso over a scoop of Cone + Crumb vanilla bean ice cream.
The Spark
Most recently expanding into Hamilton County is The Spark. Originally from Speedway, Indiana, this coffee shop wanted to bring ‘Coffee. Community’ to Westfield. With a wide selection of coffee, non-coffee and even pastries, be sure to try their Westfield-exclusive drinks: The Northern which combines white chocolate, maple, and cinnamon and Mint To Be At The Union consisting of house made lemonade, blueberry and mint.
Northern Towns
Back to Top of ListAtlanta, Arcadia, Cicero and Sheridan
Dark Side Roasters & Coffee House
Owners Matt and Vanessa have shared a love for coffee since their first date at a coffee shop more than a decade ago. They began roasting at home on a sample roaster, and roasting became a passion instead of a hobby, which led to Dark Side Roasters. The name (and the drink names) are a nod to Star Wars with blends like Java the Hutt and Imperial.
The Remnant Coffee Shop
Located on Main Street in downtown Arcadia. The owners transformed the Hedgehog Music Hall building into a coffee shop, café and community gathering space for residents and visitors in this small town in northern Hamilton County. In addition to the coffee menu, The Remnant serves baked goods from No Label at the Table.
Wheelers Café & Market
Located within the same building as Mercantile 37, this is a great spot to refuel with coffee and a variety of breakfast and lunch options. Try a signature drink like the Maple Lapel with sea salt caramel and local maple syrup, Noble Jones blackberry mocha or the OG, a white chocolate caramel cappuccino.
