Coat Check Coffee is by far my favorite coffee shop (even though I don't drink coffee) in Indy! I was a regular for most of the few months that I moved here about a year ago, coming most Sundays and sitting in the same area. Everything about this place is just amazing. Lets start with the fact that its in the Anthenaeum, an awesomly old building connected to Kurt Vonneguts family. You walk in to be greeted to a beautifully colored mural. As you walk upstairs the baristas are ready to help and always so hospitable. The setting area has colorful modern sitting options. And if downstairs is to full the sitting area upstairs is equally as aesthetically elegant. High ceilings with elaborate crown moldings. It is a great place to study, to meet for meetings, to read, or to just get some coffee/tea. This is a must place visit if ever in Indianapolis. Get a beautiful building, awesome baristas, and an instagram worthy seating area. read more

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Incredible coffee, dope environment, friendly staff. What else are you looking for in a coffee spot? read more

Coat Check Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Always such nice people working, always feel welcome and they're always so chipper and patient, food is really good, have tried their vegan breakfast and their cucumber sandwich and both were super yummy, the staff is always willing to recommend good menu items and the drinks are always top tier, a great quiet environment to work or just enjoy the beauty of a historical building, really love coming here read more

Stopped by to try the Orange Cardamom iced latte... and I have no words. This was amazing, and any cardamom lover's dream. I haven't seen this on their menu before so I'm crossing my fingers that this stays. read more

Coat Check Coffee - Orange Cardamom - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Cute place tucked away in the amphitheater. It is inside the building that also has the rathskeller beer Garden, the Rathskeller restaurant, the YMCA, and there is some sort of museum in this area as well. Very cool historic building to get coffee and a cozy old-fashioned vibe. Not to mention a delicious pistachio latte and upstairs seating! read more

Coat Check Coffee - Pistachio Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Limited cafe coffee menu. Quality not as good as surrounding coffee shops, however I did enjoy the atmosphere. The coffee shop is actually in a old coat check room inside an old German social center. A little hard to find as my maps did not take me to the correct location but if you plan on going look for the YMCA Sign It is in the same building. read more

I'd seen countless Yelp reviews taking about how great Coat Check Coffee is. I found myself downtown for an "Indy experience day" with my sister during July 4th weekend and knew that Coat Check would be on the list of things to do. I had pretty high expectations going in (thanks fellow Yelpers for making me drool from your descriptions and pictures!) so I was a little worried that the place may not live up to the hype. I am happy to report that I give them five stars, two enthusiastic thumbs up, an A+....( running out of cliches here!). The short of it was that my coffee (butterscotch latte) and croissant were so tasty and fresh. Why do I have to live in the 'burbs and not jave access to this place every day?!? Coat Check is the kind of place that makes me want to move downtown. Yes...it was that good! The space is huge! I couldn't believe how much room there was and how many tables could accommodate the guests. Located right in the Athenæum, it's easy to find. The staff were super friendly, even with my sister who dared to ask about the calorie count in the lattes (it's like we aren't even related!). She ended up ordering a chai tea. Not a latte, mind you; a chai tea bag. I seriously was ready to disown her. The butterscotch latte itself (because I clearly don't give a *** about how many calories I was ingesting that morning) was beautiful and had a surprising hint of citrus flavor to it. Can we just pause for a second and give homage to Coat Check's croissants? They are made on location and are worth the extra dimple in your butt. I even convinced my sister to eat part of it--remember she's the one who asked about calories....in a latte...at a cool coffee house. ‍ She agreed that it was very good. I mean, I bit into this piece of heaven and literally had a dollop of melted butter fill my mouth. I realize that this may sound disgusting but trust me when I say that this is how all croissants should be made. Do yourself a favor and check out Coat Check. Eat a croissant and for the love of God, order one of their fabulous lattes without caring about the calories! read more

Coat Check Coffee - Butterscotch Latte. Pretty and tasty too! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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This place used to be amazing. Their lattes were and still are my absolute favorite lattes ever. The workers are amazing and really take the time and effort to get to know you and learn your name/order. Previously I was able to justify spend $7.09 on a latte, especially because they refused to accept tips so it was always just $7.09. However, recently they raised their prices to where the same latte is around $7.70 AND they've started giving the option to leave a tip both on the machine or in a tip jar. I'm someone who feels bad not tipping so now my $7.09 coffee is $9.00 and I can't justify it. The coffee is SO GOOD just way to expensive for me to justify going :( read more

Coat Check is a phenomenal coffee shop and an ideal place to study or be productive. The interior of Coat Check is quirky and mismatched, with a wide array of unique seating options. The layout is very open concept, which was a nice change of pace from the cramped little tables I am used to sitting at, struggling to find room for both my laptop and drink. I will note that there are not a lot of standard desks or outlets but lots of different couches and chairs. And while it's not pindrop silence, there is a low level of noise so it may not be a great place to catch up with a friend. The coffee is excellent and the baristas are very friendly and knowledgable about their craft. The menu has some pretty out of the box coffee drinks with fairly original additions like candied orange peels or torched anise and rosemary. My favorite part about the experience by far though was the barista encouraging me to try a new drink. It didn't end up suiting my taste so he made me another one free of charge. I have come multiple times since and they always do this. It encourages people to take advantage of the less common menu items and try new things. I would highly recommend this place and look forward to returning myself! read more

Coat Check Coffee - Iced butterscotch latte and hot spice latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

What a great place to come and hang out in downtown Indy. It's a fabulous coffee shop with LOTS of seating options and free wifi. I think the coffee menu is a little slim, but they have the basics. And their coffee is good. Plus they have a rewards program. It's also attached to the YMCA, so work out and then hang out! read more

Coat Check Coffee - Classic cold latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Imagine you're a 5th grade teacher en route to a St. Patrick's Day parade. You have 28 students, 16 chaperones, and 1 principal with you, and the plan is to eat lunch outside before the parade. Suddenly, it starts to pour, and you need a Plan B FAST. What are you going to do? Take refuge at Coat Check Coffee. The staff allowed us to to eat our lunch, and we showed our gratitude by purchasing butterscotch lattes and fancy teas. It was a win-win for both parties. I must say, the transformation of this space is incredible. What was once an open lobby now is now a coffee shop with plenty of room to sip your caffeine and co-work. Better yet, the coffee is as good as it gets from the beans (from Tinker Coffee of course) to the baristas. And yes, that butterscotch latte deserves alllllllllll the hype. Coat Check Coffee was a real lifesaver in more ways than one, and I will not forget their hospitality or hot beverages. read more

Coat Check Coffee - Butterscotch Latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

A really lovely little place to hang out in a cool area of Indianapolis.

I have been really into drinking Matcha lattes lately and this place has hands down the BEST matcha latte in town. It's right next YMCA/Rathskeller with lots of tables, couches, lounge chairs and stools. It's more on the noisier side but I personally enjoy that. Will definitely be coming back! Oh also, it has a lot of plug outlets for tech devices (which is a plus!) Staff: very friendly Drinks: delicious Atmosphere: spread out yet still cozy Noise level: average Pricing: fair read more

Coat Check Coffee - Matcha Latte with Oat milk and Ginger - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

It's true. The butterscotch latte will rock your world. If you're like me, the words "butterscotch latte" make you think of an over-sweetened latte with artificial flavoring. Wrong. So wrong. This $5+ coffee beverage is a labor of love - from the milk sourced from an Iowa creamery (Kalona) to the orange twist toasting magic that adds an extra splash of surprising flavor. I'm hoping the word gets out about the level of thought and creativity that goes into each drink made here. It certainly explains the price. Beyond the drinks there is the made in house pastries ranging from fluffy quiche to pigs in a blanket. I was super impressed with what they're rolling out in what was once a cost closet. Speaking of the space...hoorah! My heart was filled seeing the Athenaeum so alive on a Saturday morning with a diverse audience. The wifi could use a little extra juice but the fun seating and big windows looking onto Mass Ave made up for it. Bonus notes: Circle City Kombucha on tap and their coffee comes from the clever Tinker Coffee fellas. read more

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This place is so surprising. First, it doesn't have a loud storefront - it's literally the old coat check closet in the Athenaeum. You wouldn't ever suspect to find this kind of coffee hidden away so well. Second, they make their own pastries and baked goods from scratch...in a kitchen the size of a coat check closet. The quiche ranks among the top 3 slices of quiche I've ever had. Third, depending on your own personal preferences, the coffee could fight its way to the top of the heap of all third-wave coffee in Indy. I like a richer latte and these guys nail the milk steaming every time. Come try Coat Check if you want to feel like you've found the best secret coffee spot in town. read more

Excellent chocolate croissant! Delicious coffee, I loved the sundries, pesto, goat cheese frittata! Will def be back! read more

Coat Check Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Wonderful space in the middle of downtown Indy with lovely pastries and plenty of spots to get work done or have a quiet conversation.

There is so much to love about Coat Check. They have an ever changing menu of drinks and food. They always seem to use unique and delicious combinations of flavors and even have some really good non-coffee options if you want something else. The atmosphere is a wonderful combination of old-fashioned architecture with more modern decor and seating. Super great space to get some work done. It's location on Mass Ave also makes it the perfect place to stop if you need a pick-me-up while shopping the ave. read more

Coat Check Coffee - Hot chocolate and a window view - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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This is a very hip coffee bar in the lobby of an old theater that was designed by Kurt Vonnegut's great-grandfather. It was for historical reasons that I chose to add it to my itinerary. However, it exceeded my expectations! It was comfy and cozy, as you might imagine an old theater lobby to be, with rugs and plenty of soft places to sit and put your feet up. I noticed it was dog-friendly, so plenty of people were lounging around with their dogs. They also had a variety of drinks to try besides coffee, including local kombucha and what I got: the rhizomatic ginger beer (made with turmeric, galangal and lime). My friend got an iced matcha latte. Both drinks were beautiful and tasty. This is a great place to study, to chat, or just to sit down and rest your feet after walking a big on Mass Ave. read more

Love this place. Their Unique latte and vegan food options are absolutely fantastic. I recommend the Pistacho latte and the vegan cinnammon roll. Also, this shop [being in the Athenaeum] is beautifully located with a little gallery and theater upstairs and open bathrooms for the public strollign along the Mass Ave District read more

The coffee here is amazing and for that I would rate Coat Check Coffee a 5/5 but their seating inside is lacking. My only complaint with this coffee shop is the seating. I would definitely check this coffee shop out if you are in the Indianapolis area. Try the butterscotch latte! read more

Lovely coffee shop adjacent to The Rathskeller.. the entrance can be hard to find but your point of reference is rathskeller entrance.. they have nice coffee options and a lot of space to sit relax and sip your cup of coffee.. we tried the ginger latte (the best) the butterscotch latte (second best) and the pistachio latte (was good but not as good as the other 2 flavors).. will come here again and again read more

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Love Coat Check! The wonderful barista was helpful and patient while I decided on coffee. I picked the butterscotch latte which was super delicious and I finished easily. They have a few different milk options like oat milk and cashew milk along with their local grassfed jersey milk which I appreciate. The cafe is spacious and there's plenty of seating. Even when they got busy it never felt crowded. I would recommend Coat Check to anyone in the area looking for tasty coffee. Although it is a great place to get work done, I've experienced some wifi interruptions when it gets busy. An absolute must if you're downtown and looking for a comfortable cafe with tasty coffee! read more

Coat Check Coffee - Butterscotch latte! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Visited for the first time this week - such a great work space for individuals! Almost every table/chair was filled with people collaborating over their coffees and breakfast sammies. I ordered their house (Columbian) blend, but already can't wait to go back! Very soothing and a great space to work! A little pricey, but worth it! read more

Coat Check Coffee - Drip Coffee - Columbian Blend! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Coffee with great decor after an AM yoga session is so much better than Starbucks. This was my first time with a friend that recommended it. We got the Pear latte, pistachio latte and the almond croissant. It was light, fluffy with a simple cream filing, delicious. The pastry was amazing, affordable prices, and staff was super friendly at 8am. It's attached to the YMCA Athenaeum so give it a try after your workout. read more

Coat Check Coffee - Pear and pistachio lattes with almond croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I'm in Indy visiting the good folks at Wheeler Mission throughout the year and Coat Check is always my last stop before heading home. The Pistachio Latte is my favorite! read more

Coat check has just about everything! This cute coffee shop is located in the Rathskeller, right next to an art gallery and the YMCA, and below a theatre. They have a variety of signature lattes and coffee roasts. My personal favorite is the chocolate latte: tastes just like a dark chocolate milk! It's not too sweet and has a pop with the sprinkle of salt on the top which is perfect for those without much of a sweet tooth or chocolate lovers. I also tried to the pistachio latte and it's unlike any I have ever had. It's a party of flavors in one cup with the pistachio and tart lemon flavor but still has a hint of sweetness. Takes almost like a lemon bar with pistachios. I highly recommend if you are looking for something creamy but refreshing! In general, coat check also has food and a ton of tables for studying. The drinks are a bit on the expensive side as it's $7 for a speciality latte so that is a bit of a downside but every once in a while it's worth spending the money bc they taste amazing! read more

My husband and I stopped in here to try their specialty lattes during our birthday weekend. Although their menu is limited, after trying only two of their drinks it is clear that whatever they're serving is going to be a win. They also provide ample space to socially distance while you wait for your drink! read more

Super fun seating inside the Athenaeum downtown. Had a latte and it was a #yum, but they don't offer skim milk. Coworker had an iced ginger coffee and it was beautiful and tasty. #yum #ReviewsByRL read more

Coat Check Coffee - Latte, and an iced ginger coffee. #yum #ReviewsByRL - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I came in here on a Sunday morning, and had their ginger latte. I didn't know what to expect, but it sounded interesting. It turned out quite tasty. Although it smelled strongly of ginger, the taste wasn't overpowering and it was fairly smooth. Good pick if you don't like coffee flavored coffee. That being said, it sounded like their butterscotch latte was the preferred option for latte drinkers. Maybe it's because it was a lazy Sunday, but this is more of a place to sit and sip than to grab and go. They took their time with the drinks, but it wasn't because they were goofing off, unlike certain other places. I found the prices to be just slightly bigger than what I'd pay at Starbucks, but you get higher quality here. My latte came out at about $5.70, but it was worth it. read more

Coat Check Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I've been wanting to try this place for awhile now and I finally had the chance this past weekend. It was a bit confusing because of how it was set up and blocked off due to COVID. But they were following guidelines which is important. The staff was really friendly and had good suggestions. I came thinking they would have chai tea since I don't like coffee but they didn't. I ended up ordering a hot chocolate instead. I believe they made it with dark chocolate, which I'm not fond of, but it was still drinkable. The menu was not very readable. It was printed on a piece of paper and the ink was faded quite a bit making it very hard to read. After we ordered, we headed upstairs to some spread out tables. It's a great place to meet with friends or do some work. I'm curious to see how it would normally be once things get back to normal. read more

I visited Indianapolis this spring for work and my coworker found this place through Yelp, and saw good review! That's true, absolutely nice coffee and great atmosphere more than we thought ! We said we wish had like this place in New York. That's really great sense of style. They should open in brooklyn.. but this historical speakeasy place is one of a kind ... read more

Love this place for so many reasons: 1. Located inside the beautiful Athenaeum. 2. Lattes are also beautiful. Prepared for quality over quantity, which, to me, is always apparent in the final product. My most recent visit I ordered the Pear, a seasonal latte, with house oat milk. 3. Scrummy pastries. I had the gargantuan vegan cinnamon roll during my last visit; snacked on it during my entire four-ish hour visit. Which brings me to 4. Super comfortable lounging space. I sat and drank, ate, and read for roughly 4 hours. There's not much that tops a Sunday afternoon like that. Lastly, when I was ready to head out, 5. Pacers bike share dock right outside. PS- They have my favorite house mugs, hands down. read more

Coat Check Coffee - The Pear with house oat milk and vegan cinnamon roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Very nice, simple bistro. We had a voucher from our B&B, but didn't matter. Get what you want. Loved my coffee and the inside seating. Spouse had an egg biscuit and he didn't complain ( so that means it was delicious). Service was awesome. I would totally recommend for breakfast and a beautiful building to sit in and drink up the city read more

Coat Check Coffee - Lounge - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Enjoy the Coffee here, not sure about Baristas, handing off drink order but not Passing on details about order. Refill policy defined by if it's for here? But You don't ask up front, and put it in a to go cup. Seems snobby. Fake friendliness doesn't cut it. read more

My girlfriend and I were looking for a new coffee shop to study at and she had heard good things about Coat Check Coffee--so we decided to check it out. As students at Butler University, we are always looking for good spaces to study and this place definitely is a new favorite of ours! It was so modern and cozy and there were SO many areas to sit, drink coffee, and study! The coffee and food was a bit expensive, but so is everything for two college students! My girlfriend got a butterscotch latte which not only looked amazing but tasted even better! I ordered a coffee of the day; Utopian blend, which I had never had before and very much enjoyed! We also both got a ham and cheese croissant which wasn't our favorite, but you never know until you try--we're eager to try something new next time! We both agreed that we would want to go back again (mostly to see if we could find a space in the warmly-lit hallway just to the left of the ordering area! read more

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My favorite coffee shop in Indianapolis. Great open atmosphere with lots of unique seating. They allow dogs which is a huge plus. Their coffee is absolutely fantastic and quiche is also phenomenal. I have not tried and other baked goods yet, and am sorry to say am just a black coffee kind of girl. However, this shop has all you're roasted needs and will not disappoint. read more

This is the cutest place we discovered when yelping! My husband and I had a cappuccino and it did not disappoint. Apparently this was a German theater in the past. A place to visit if from out of town. read more

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Great tasting coffee drinks: check - the server asked my preferences and suggested the one and one so I could get my espresso kick in for the day while also getting to try out the famed butterscotch latte. Did the trick. The butterscotch latte wasn't overly sweet and actually a bit savory and citrusy Friendly service: check Cleanliness: check Spacious study/lounge area: check - there's music but you can head up or downstairs if you need a little more quiet. If you're cold natured like myself, bring a cardigan/sweater. Free wifi: check Comfy seats: check check (thank goodness for my boney butt!) Tasty food items: check - the quiche was baked fresh because it was so fluffy! tasted great! Paid metered street parking. If you have a YMCA membership, you can park in their lot right next door. I think I've found another favorite place to study at :D read more

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* Get the delicious ginger latte. Just do it. * Cafe latte was smooth and good, but my friend was jealous of my ginger latte. Puhaha * Friendly baristas are the best baristas :) thanks gents! * Lots of space and sitting area, chill vibes * I recommend this coffee shop! read more

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