I managed a trip in to Dream Palace Books and Coffee before they closed, which I hadn't even heard about until it happened! They had a really nice collection of books across all genres, though I never bought any so I don't know how pricing was. The main seating area was also nice, with some bar seating, some smaller tables, and a larger meeting table. I think the pricing was reasonable. My only hiccup was not realizing they had a decent sized tea menu, because they didn't have tea listed on their wall menu, instead leaving it to a laminate on the counter which I didn't see until I already placed my order. I got a chai latte that was pretty good but I found it to be rather sweet. I can't say I'd come back again, mostly because I can't come back again. I suppose it's just an unfortunate timing on my part to have only made my first visit in their final week of operation. read more

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While attending the Talbot street art fair I happen to glance across the street to see what looked to be a very quaint venue. I decided then I wanted to visit and put it on my list of places to return to. I was quite intrigued by what all was next to Dream palace. There is a stationary spot as well as Liftoff creamery. I planned to visit all spots soon but I happen to be driving by and decided I wanted to pop in. I loved seeing that there was a cafe with a stage but as you look back, my mecca... BOOKS GALORE and to an avid reader, I instantly got excited. I found 2 of Pattern magazines previous issues I had been looking for, for a while and there were books for a while. Seating spread around as well as a long window seat with pillows to sit and enjoy.. it was a nice quiet cool spot on a scorching day. I didn't stay long but I grabbed a tangerine soda before departing. I'll be back as it is a venue I may use for an event or two in the future. If you've not had a chance to stop in. Do so, it deserves further scrutiny. read more

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This place was the perfect place to work from. There are plenty of tables and plenty of outlets! I worked from there in a Saturday morning and it wasn't too busy, but also not completely empty which was great! I got the seasonal latte, which was some type of spiced latte, but only came hot and with oat milk. When I get oat milk lattes from other places (ahem, Starbucks), the oat flavor of the milk is so heavy and overwhelming that I can't taste the flavor of the latte. Not here!! I could barely taste the difference from dairy milk- it was steamed perfectly, had cute latte art, and tasted so good. I did have to ask what the seasonal latte was, but the barista was very helpful and knowledgeable. I also got the cardamom and pepper scone, which was SO GOOD! I can be pretty skeptical of scones since a lot of places in the US serve them crumbly and hard, or way too sweet. This was the PERFECT scone. It was slightly savory, soo soft, and perfectly baked. I will be back for this scone alone if not anything else. They also have breakfast sandwiches and breakfast burritos, which I was happy to see, but did not try this time. They have a small selections of books, but admittedly I was just there to work and didn't peruse that section this time. There was street parking right out front that was easy to snag a spot in, and pretty cheap for the amount of time I was there. read more

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I drive past this place a couple times a day since it's close to home and I have been closely watching and waiting. They are opening. It's so great to see the space coming to life again, and all of the other neighboring businesses that are popping up in the building. Dream Palace is a combination of coffee shop and bookstore, and it appears they will be having guest speakers and events on the horizon. I was able to visit during the second day and was impressed by how smoothly everything went for it being so early in their business. They're definitely going to see a lot of traffic from the neighboring high school. I was also excited to see that they carry llama delicatessen salads for an affordable seven dollars. Those salads are so good! It was also fun to see that they are offering love handle breakfast burritos which I won't be able to resist during my next visit. I opted for the signature fig latte and it did not disappoint. It tasted like fall in a mug. They use Tinker coffee, beans, which Are some of my favorite. read more

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I love it when you can drink your vanilla latte w/oat and read a book?? Dream palace books and coffee will be your new obsession. They have used books there you can get for very cheap or for a reasonable price! They also host events there like book readings so check out their socials to see what is next on the calendar. read more

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Dreams come true! Who knew an eclectic and modern approach to brew and books blessed both eyes and appetite? Us three guys bounced in last Saturday, checking off another new coffee shop on my Indy checklist. Dream Palace about buried Rabble and Blue Mind for top bill. The cherry vanilla lemon spring seasonal house crafted latte was way too small! These guys! I tell ya, hilariously ironic some baristas get conservative given much of the shelf materials. The java juice paired perfectly to the tangy yellow citrus surprising even my spoiled history of sampling good espresso between Detroit, West Virginia, and San Diego. There's that fresh red fruit and bold vanilla too. Both us guys who had this latte were all for it. The other did a mocha and pork belly burrito. When they asked if we had fifteen minutes to wait for it, I immediately knew it would be a quality brunch. And of course I was right, in short this place needs bigger mason jars to help us fully treat our time here. A small jar isn't ideal for plopping down with a book, laptop, or staring out the window at the rain pretending I'm a struggling artist. Wait I don't have to pretend. This is the winning atmosphere, enjoyable staff, and fantastic menu we all need struggling artist or not. read more

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I loved popping in here and was so impressed by the coffee and food options! My espresso shot was pulled perfectly. The ambiance was perfect for a nice calm morning and there were others reading and remote working at some of the round tables in the space. The service was wonderful as well. I really loved this spot and definitely want to be a regular here. The only two reasons why it didn't get five stars from me was because of limited parking options (unless I missed a parking lot somehow) and book selection however I'm sure a lot of thought goes into the book selection here and if I had more time to browse, maybe I would think differently. Really looking forward to coming back here! read more

Cute coffee shop near the old north side! Their hot tea selection here is great. They are also a book store which a double bonus. So this place is perfect if you are catching up with a friend or want to chill by yourself and grab a book. read more

Dream Palace Books + Coffee - Seating area - Bookstores Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Visited here for the Indy book crawl. Service was fast for the number of people visiting. The book selection is mainly used books. read more

Dream Palace Books + Coffee - Golden hour tea - Bookstores Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This coffee shop is a neat spot to catch up with friends or on work - book nerd or not. There is adequate seating and plenty of plugins if you need them. There is street parking out front which made it easy to pop in. The drink options feel so unique. I got the seasonal Banana Nutella Latte and loved it! The standard drinks (espresso, latte, cappuccino) are there too if that is more your speed. The windows and ambiance make this corner shop feel like a perfect spot to dive into a good book or just sit and watch the buzz of the city. Give it a try! read more

Dream Palace Books + Coffee - Seasonal Banana Nutella Latte - Bookstores Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Have you ever wanted to see a business succeed so much that you could feel it in your bones? That's how I tend to feel about bookstores in general, though I felt that way almost immediately after entering Dream Palace and Books, a new bookstore located at 16th and Penn on the ground floor of the Penn Arts building. I have a special connection to Penn Arts as my father was involved in its original renovation. A longtime construction dude, my father was involved in a variety of key projects in downtown Indy including the original Walker Theatre renovation, IRT's renovation, the Turnverein apartments at 9th and Meridian and a host of others. Oh yeah, and Penn Arts. Dream Palace is both used bookstore and coffeeshop. I worried a bit as it opened considering its about a block away from Leah Johnson's Loudmouth Books, though the two bookstores have different visions and there's easily room for both. Dream Palace has a light industrial feel with a warmth in the interior and in its employees. It's level to the ground and roomy enough to be considered accessible with the obvious disclaimer being that this is an older building. Dream Palace serves up Llama Delicatessen salads, as Brittany S. noted, along with Tinker Coffee products, Leviathan Bakehouse items, and Color Theory Tea Co. items. This is a mixed neighborhood near Herron High School and close to both residential and business. I've always been intimidated by parking here and I do consider it the biggest detractor (especially as a wheelchair user). However, I'll also say it was easier than I expected. I think it would be more challenging during busier times. Every time I drive by here (which is a lot because it's on my way to post-surgery doctor's appointments), there are people inside and I remain optimistic for this delightful little indie gem. Dream Palace is still a work in progress, though they're off to a wonderful start with friendly employees, great products, a winning atmosphere, and books galore. If you haven't given it a visit yet, I definitely recommend a visit to one of Indy's latest independent bookstores and a delightful coffeeshop. read more

Such a cute place!! Been meaning to study here for a while, and I had a great session. There's a coffee and seating area in the front with some books on display, and a lot more books in the back! The decor here is super cute and aesthetically pleasing, and there's a lot of natural light that flows through the windows. Lots of outlets as well, and it's open a bit later than other coffee shops--till 7 pm! Fig latte was great, can't wait to try some other flavors in the future. They have some salads, sandwiches, sparkling drinks/kombuchas, and breakfast burritos as well! read more

Dream Palace Books + Coffee - a view of a coffee shop - Bookstores Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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I usually save five stars for the best of a category... so I'm making a new category for dream palace because it really is unique as a book/coffee shop (which is everyone's dream, right??) anyways, popped in here before first Friday and had a hot chocolate. The hot chocolate wasn't anything special (taste wise- it did have a cute design) but the employees were friendly and the books were fun. Maybe a fun date spot with liftoff ice cream for dessert? I lived in the neighborhood while this corner spot was closed... the entire two years... so I'm thrilled for something to be there and hope they succeed! read more

Dream Palace Books + Coffee - Hot coco - Bookstores Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

First, this place is so cute. Love the set up- tables, seating, bar top, etc. Second, the drink menu is pretty decent for the shop. I met up with the party after they'd arrived and ordered. So the barista never asked me if I wanted a drink (whoops- which I did...) but my friends loved their hot chocolates. Maybe I'll get to try something next time! Lots of great books to choose from. Love the location. I hope they get lots of business! read more

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Came to try their coffee and it did not disappoint! Definitely try out their fig latte. I loved that it was a very subtle flavor and not super sweet. The coffee prices are very reasonable compared to other coffee shops. The books are organized very nicely and labeled well. I like that they don't display the basic, popular books that every bookstore does. They display unique options and the shelves are labeled well. read more

Dream Palace Books + Coffee - Fig Latte - Bookstores Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

The cutest new coffee shop! Great studious vibe with the library right next door! Dream Palace Books + Coffee has opened in the building that used to be the home of Thirsty Scholar a coffee shop known to many in downtown. From my experience with the high quality coffee here, unique drink options such as a Fig latte, and relaxing ambiance I can only imagine this place is going to be a hit! There are also great food options, such as sandwiches, croissants, breads, and breakfast burritos all for a reasonable price! Furthermore the staff was awesome and helpful when deciding between sweet and not sweet drinks! I definitely encourage those visiting to try the Fig latte while they still have it!! Will definitely be back to study here soon! read more

Dream Palace Books + Coffee - Bookstores Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I love all the new bookstores opening up in Indy! Kept driving by this place and wondering what would eventually fill up the space, and was not disappointed that it ended up being a bookstore/coffee shop. Interesting selection of books and the tea was perfect for a cool fall day. I'll have to come back and test out the coffee and pastries too! read more

A used bookstore and coffee shop - Dream Palace is my happy place. They have a fantastic selection of used books at great prices, espresso drinks and tea selection as to be expected, and baked goods from The Leviathan are delicious. The barista was super nice. Plenty of street parking nearby. read more

Dream Palace Books + Coffee - Cloudy day tea and pumpkin streusel coffee cake - Bookstores Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

This pistachio croissant is something of dreams. It was perfectly delicious and had a sweet cream filling on the inside. It was the type of croissant that is crunchy on the outside, but still beautifully flaky. The fig latte was deliciously, balanced with sweetness and several layers of citrus and spice flavor. The spot is very clean and filled with light! I love that is also a Place where you can get books! The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. There was plenty of parking in front, but I went at a less busy time. I'll definitely be back! read more

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What a cute hidden gem! I loved the selection available here. I stopped by for a quick coffee just to check it out and grabbed a few more things while I was there. It's so bright and clean in there. The gentleman working was super friendly and the coffee was delicious! I'll definitely be stopping by again. read more

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the iced miel latte (with oat milk of course) was a perfect latte. i do not say that lightly. the bookstore is super cute, and rather affordable! they have a great calendar of events, and just spot on vibes. i stumbled on this because i was close by, but will definitely be returning! read more

Love that this space is finally being used! The staff was so friendly and service was quick. I got an iced vanilla latte and it was great. The prices are super reasonable compared to other local coffee spots -- my iced latte was about $5. It's a cute spot to study in, but the space is limited for seating with outlets, so I would recommend fully charging devices before! Can't wait to go back and try their breakfast, it looked great also! read more

Lovely bookstore and coffee shop! Excellent selection of new and used books, especially love the extensive collection of LGBTQ+ literature. The coffee service is great; the fig latte is delicious! Need more spots like this in Indiana! read more

This is an Amazing place to be in Indianapolis! My first time at Dream Palace and they had Artist/ Author and Illustrator Mr. Vernon T. Bateman displaying his Beautiful Artwork and Children books. We had an experience of a lifetime! We met the mascot www.Baby22GunSafetyllc.com and it was Breath taking! Thank you @DreamPalace for a night to remember! read more