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Coat Check Coffee

Cafe Coffee shop

Counter inside the landmark Athenaeum building offering gourmet coffee, plus macarons & croissants. People often mention coffee, latte, good, Coat, Check, delicious, amazing, shop, ginger, recommend,


Address

401 E Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Website

www.coatcheckcoffee.com

Contact

(317) 207-2127

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (838 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM to 5 PM
  • Monday: 7 AM to 4 PM
  • Tuesday: 7 AM to 4 PM
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 4 PM
  • Thursday: 7 AM to 4 PM
  • Friday: 7 AM to 4 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (31) latte (17) good (12) Coat (11) Check (11) delicious (9) amazing (9) shop (7) ginger (6) recommend (6)
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  • 5/5 Samantha C. 2 years ago on Google
    So happy I used this as my base camp for working while driving to Chicago. The most unique menu of coffee pairings I’ve seen! I wanted to try everything. Not to mention what a cool little building with an art museum upstairs and a retro “coat check” counter. Played good music to really get in the zone. I got an orange cardamom latte yum. For lunch I had a Cuban on this bagel-ish thing that isn’t exactly a bagel and I actually liked it better than a bagel much more texture to it. The mustard in the not bagel, bagel was so good too. The ginger beer I got later was just as delicious as it looks. Wish it was closer to where I live I would be a regular for sure.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 bella m. 2 years ago on Google
    Yum ! I am a coffee fanatic and very picky but the first sip had me in, unlike a lot of places you can still taste the rich espresso and then the sweetness of the latte. I love it they blew this out of the park. My coffee lovers should definitely try at least once. Ps- I got the pistachio latte.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Akshay D. 2 years ago on Google
    A fresh coffee place with beautiful architecture in the heart of Indy downtown. Loved the variety of coffee served (Rosemary, Pistachio, and miso Carmel). They have great ambiance and good rewards program.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Medha K. 1 year ago on Google
    Coat Check Cafe is a fantastic spot to grab some coffee or a bite to eat. I tried their Butterscotch Latte, Croissant, and Caprese, and was thoroughly impressed by the quality of the food and drink. The latte was especially delicious, with a rich and creamy butterscotch flavor that was perfectly balanced with a hint of orange. The Caprese was also outstanding, with fresh mozzarella, pesto, and balsamic glaze all coming together to create a delicious and satisfying dish. The Croissant was flaky and buttery, with just the right amount of crunch. While I think Coat Check Cafe is definitely worth a visit, I must admit that the prices are quite steep. As a college student, I found the rates to be a bit unreasonable, and I think that this may be a deterrent for some potential customers. Additionally, I found their two-hour policy to be a bit perplexing. As a cafe, I would expect that Coat Check would be a place where people can come to study or work for extended periods of time. However, their policy seems to discourage this type of customer behavior, which I think is not very effective or customer-friendly. Overall, I still think that Coat Check Cafe is a great spot to check out, but their policies and prices may not be the best fit for everyone.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ryan T. 5 months ago on Google • 660 reviews
    Best vibe and the coffee is amazing. Biscuit sandos are a bit pricey but very good, too. 10/10 highly recommend!

  • 5/5 G F. 2 years ago on Google
    Oh my gosh! What did I stumble upon???? Ambience - German, historic architecture. Open & spacious space, medieval era setup and beautiful details on every nook and corner of Coat Check. We were wowed by the little details. Coffee - Can I call out NIRVANA!? The speciality lattes are BOMB! butterscotch latte with the perfect hint of nuttiness and sweetness and the ginger latte with herbaceous notes of hibiscus and warmth of ginger. Let’s not forget the spice of chili de arbol! Wow just wow! Food - No I am not a coffee and food kinda person but today being a Sunday ordered Breakfast and Pesto Bialy sandwich. The schmear & flavors fell right in place. All in all highly recommend for work, stop by or enjoy a luxurious cup of coffee. Coat Check has my VOTE!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marcel F. 2 years ago on Google
    The menu is very unique with all fresh in house sauces. The pistachio and the ginger, both lattes are really good, soul soothing!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emma H. 1 year ago on Google
    So cute, amazing vibes. I highly recommend checking out the art museum on the second floor. The walls are some sort of dark brown wood and really have a dark academia asthetic to everything. The coffee was really cute, everyone I passed had cute latte art. My matcha was absolutely delicious and realky helped me to wake up. The place had a good choice of music and tasteful coffe shop ambience. Purfect for studying or working or completing some task of some kind. The workers where so kind and the drinks were made quickly. It seems like there is a lot more to do here than just coffee but I did not have a lot of want to explore because the vibes of the coffee shop itsself were so enthralling. Highly recommend, enough rambling just go visit them.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Angela T. 1 year ago on Google
    I had a (hot) latte and hubby the butterscotch - both were very good and the ambiance was chill. We had a seat by the window and sipped our coffee as we people watched
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Audrey P. 1 year ago on Google
    I was blown away by the quality of the coffee, the friendliness of the baristas, and the perfect atmosphere of this coffee shop. The Ginger Latte was absolutely mind blowing! I've never had a latte that tasted so good!! Kudos to the amazing staff!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Harsha S. 1 year ago on Google • 92 reviews
    We stopped by here for breakfast after walking over from AirBnB. The entrance was quite inviting with a staircase leading up to the cafe. The color palette was this old rustic sort of feeling. The actual cafe was very similar to a coat check area; it was an interesting concept to say the least. It was quite packed when we arrived so we had to wait in line for a few minutes before ordering. I wish there was a QR code or something to access the menu or view before we got to the front of the line. There were a few paper handouts at the front of the line so we were able to quickly glance to figure out what we wanted. We went for a croissant, Pistachio Latte, and a Butterscotch Latte. We had a little difficulty trying to find seating and didn’t feel comfortable walking up with lattes up the staircase so we found some seating to the side (benches) where we could sit. We had a chance to read up on the history of breweries in Indianapolis especially around the Prohibition Era that was quite interesting. The croissant and lattes were delicious. After finishing, we took some time to walk up the stairs where we found more seating, a bar area, and art pieces. We walked around there and observed all the different items. I definitely recommend everyone checkout Coat Check if they’re in Indy!

  • 5/5 Ghadeer A. 1 year ago on Google • 76 reviews
    What a lovely place to enjoy you weekend late morning coffee with delicious quality coffee and beautiful latte art. This is my first time here and definitely not the last. Spacious architecturally stunning two-floors place with different designs for chairs and tables, it’s recommended whether you’re catching up with your friends or reading/studying. Variety’s of delicious pastries, our croissants were great. I guess they will need to add more meatless sandwiches. Lovely courteous staff. Highly recommended.

  • 4/5 Micah G. 8 months ago on Google • 26 reviews
    Loved the Golden Milk at Coat Check Coffee. The atmosphere is varied their is space for everyone and their particular style. As person who doesn’t drink coffee, I appreciated the variety of non-coffee drinks.

  • 5/5 Clint H. 5 months ago on Google • 19 reviews
    The coffee shop is situated in an old German American building. The coffee is amazing and the food is amazing. I got the sausage and egg biscuit sandwich which was amazing. Nice vibe with plenty of seating.

  • 5/5 Gemma S. 5 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    Coat Check was recommended to us several times when we took a recent trip to Indy. It was within walking distance of our Air BnB. Both my husband and I enjoyed the butterscotch latte and the croissants.

  • 5/5 Chet R. 3 months ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    Ever been to a coffee shop where they light up an orange peel to enhance your coffee’s aroma? This is it!! Greeted by a friendly team, ambient atmosphere, and speedy services, Grant kindly waited for my return to light up an orange peel as a method of enhancing the fragrance of this amazing latte. A must-see if you’re searching for a large aesthetic coffee shop with a unique menu.

  • 5/5 Kaiser B. 10 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    Coat Check Coffee is a charming and unique coffee shop that stands out from the crowd. The coffee served here is exceptional, with a carefully curated selection of beans that are expertly roasted and brewed to perfection. The friendly and knowledgeable staff add to the overall delightful experience, making Coat Check Coffee a must-visit spot for coffee enthusiasts looking for a cozy and memorable coffee break.

  • 5/5 Brian T. 10 months ago on Google
    The pistachio rose latte is literal perfection! I’ve never had one that tasted so incredible. Extra creamy due to the homemade pistachio butter. The taste was well-balanced and clearly no artificial ingredients. Keep up the good work, y’all!

  • 5/5 Shiona D. 2 years ago on Google
    I couldn’t get over how delicious my latte was. The barista was awesome and I had some caffeine restrictions which he was so accommodating to. He explained to us how they make their own syrups in house, completely forms scratch. The ginger syrup I had in my drink was off the charts, so fresh and flavourful. They also had really yummy biscuits which had that homemade feel to it. He even gave us a general layout of the building and I spent some time checking out the artwork upstairs. It’s a beautiful building with lots of details and accents. Definitely a good find for coffee and art lovers.

  • 5/5 Tiffany H. 1 year ago on Google
    I ordered an iced decaf ginger latte with oat milk. The presentation was lovely and it tasted amazing. The baristas were very helpful guiding me to the right choice and best of all they make their flavors in house.

  • 5/5 Tina V. 11 months ago on Google
    Kind of a hidden gem. Was looking for a place that had good seating for working while also having a good cup of coffee. This place did not disappoint. Would highly recommend.

  • 5/5 judgecam 1 year ago on Google
    Loved the latte and dirty chai I got. They were perfect temperature and the latte art was really dope. The building itself was the icing on top. It was very awesome and if I lived here I’d be here every day.

  • 3/5 Cathy From W. 4 months ago on Google
    After hearing amazing things, finally made the trip down to give it a try. We were looking forward to the pastries. However, there were none. Girl informed us that they were no longer buying from 3rd party and plan to make their own at some point in the future. I asked why the website is still promoting them, she had no idea but would mention to management. So, be prepared, no pastries as advertised. Cashier was friendly. Barista was not, seemed irritated when we asked which coffee was which, would not even come down to explain. Sadly, we will not be back.

  • 4/5 Akshonika R. 5 months ago on Google
    The chocolate late with sea salt the delicious. The place is super cute to just hang out.

  • 5/5 Robert H. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful new, to me, addition to Mass Av. The staff is friendly, the service quick and what an environment. Enjoy your coffee and the architecture of an era long gone by. My Latte was smooth with no bite, excellent foam and great art. We'll be back.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Prepared foods
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
    • ✓️ Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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