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Amberson Coffee & Grocer

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👍👍 Stellar coffee, easily one of the best spots in Indy for the latest and greatest in modern/third wave cafe culture in the city. The food is also excellent which is a really nice bonus. The US Aeropress Champion for 2021 (and 2022 Runner Up) hails from this team if that sort of thing is of interest... People often mention coffee, great, latte, nice, shop, Amberson, small, glass, quality,


Address

401 S College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Website

www.ambersoncoffee.com

Rating on Google Maps

4.80 (265 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 7 AM to 3 PM
  • Friday: (Good Friday), 7 AM to 3 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 4 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), Closed, Holiday hours
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 7 AM to 3 PM

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (41) great (12) latte (12) nice (9) shop (9) Amberson (9) small (6) glass (6) quality (6)
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  • 5/5 Muhammad K. 1 year ago on Google
    Stellar coffee, easily one of the best spots in Indy for the latest and greatest in modern/third wave cafe culture in the city. The food is also excellent which is a really nice bonus. The US Aeropress Champion for 2021 (and 2022 Runner Up) hails from this team if that sort of thing is of interest to you!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lydvine A. M. 2 years ago on Google
    Went to study with friends and I really like this coffee shop. It was pretty nice and small. It might not be so great for a big group of students to study. But music is very nice, customer services was amazing and for the coffee I recommend you get the hunny latte! It was pretty good. My friends did not like the date latte because it was a bit unsweetened. Overall great place for coffee and shop for meat, cheese and other grocery. Parking space is free. It is also close to downtown. If you need to use the restroom you will need to ask because it is outside. Overall great place for coffee date!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Raquel N. 11 months ago on Google
    At $9, the Hunnymilk Oatmilk Latte is the most expensive cup (jar) of coffee I have ever had, and it is hard to justify paying nearly ten dollars for a small latte. We had the coffee to go, and to avoid single-use cups, all drinks are automatically placed in a $1 glass jar. The coffee tasted great and Amberson uses quality ingredients. The staff is super friendly and the location is right on historic Fletcher Ave. Although small, this is a nice place for a cute (yet expensive) coffee date.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lainey B. 10 months ago on Google
    Great coffee and pastries. I tried a latte. Friendly service.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Johnny 1 year ago on Google
    Hands down the best cafe in Indianapolis. The attention to the craft is at such a deep level. The espresso is pulled expertly every time. The milk texture is *chefs kiss*. The ambiance makes you want to talk to a friend or read a book instead of put on your headphones and look as your phone. The music is always on point (please share your playlists). As a fellow barista + cafe manager I make the hour journey when I’m in town just to have a cappuccino, and it NEVER disappoints.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Andrew M. 1 year ago on Google
    Amberson Coffee was a fun and unique coffee shop. The grocery option was a nice touch and the options were limited but quality. I was impressed by some of the fun things they are doing, such as: no paper cups and a no-tip policy. They utilize glass jars for to-go orders and pay decent wages in place of a tip system. Very cool. In terms of the coffee it tastes good and is made with love. I ended up going with a 4-star rating due to the lack of add-on options and a very simple menu.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katie C. 1 year ago on Google
    Such a cool coffee spot! The staff were SO friendly and helpful. We would have loved to stay and hang out, but the baby-in-tow needed to get back for a nap. Thank goodness even the to-go lattes come in these cool glass jars! And it was an excellent latte at that—smooth and not bitter at all.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kara W. 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious coffee and French toast!! Service was great, and it's awesome that they pay a living wage. The prices are still very reasonable, and comparable or cheaper than other coffee shops in the area that don't pay a living wage. Will be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carol C. 2 years ago on Google
    Experts in coffee. The pour over was done perfectly. I tried the hojicha and loved it! Great produce and local grocery selections. Street side parking.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 G F. 11 months ago on Google
    Fletcher historic district and Amberson, a beautiful combination. I loved the small coffee shop vibe in your neighborhood kind and the Americano was sheer delight with notes of orange and chocolate. I loved the blackberry goat cheese scone. Deliciously soft, with pops of blackberry and a nice note of crunchy brown sugar on top. Amberson has a small grocers store with bread from Leviathon Bakehouse and basic pantry essentials. All baked goods are made in house and the customer service is stellar. The baristas at Amberson have participated in the national barista championship so you know where you get the awesome coffee from. Note that this isn’t a place you can work for too long since they do not have restrooms available and charging pods, nevertheless Amberson has been recommended to me SO many times for a reason! A keeper!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Liam P. 5 months ago on Google
    Indianapolis has a great coffee scene but Amberson is head and shoulders above. Phenomenal staff that really love the customers and the coffee. Food is high quality, my personal fav is the "Eggy". Also great that they use mason jars for their to-go so that there's no waste. It's a coffee persons coffee shop. They also have rotating bags of coffee from a lot of different places which allow you to try some great stuff. There is no question they have the best Latte in the city. Overall love the team, love the coffee and always recommend them to people looking for high quality service and coffee.

  • 5/5 Kristin H. 6 months ago on Google
    Had a frazzled morning, came in expecting the usual but was greeted with a most bewildering menu. I was confused with how the menu read and in a hurry not wanting to try to figure out a new menu, just looking for a chai latte. I probably sounded a bit rude when asked what I would like and I answered that I was just looking for coffee, not black something sweet and with cream. The barista just smiled and gave me some options I chose the hunnymilk latte, delicious and in a great reusable glass jar with a closing lid!! Greatly appreciate the smile and patience delivering a tasty morning refresher. Plus the tip is included in the price which is pretty nice I think.

  • 2/5 Amy M. 4 months ago on Google
    Can’t understand how this place got so many good reviews. Yes it is a cool atmosphere and the employees couldn’t have been nicer. BUT, we went for the coffee and the coffee was not good. $17 for 2 lattes is insane. It’s made in a tiny glass jar - that they charge you for - and it’s like warm at best. When you want a hot coffee, it would be nice for it to be hot. I got mine 1/2 of the sweetness, and I couldn’t even drink it it was so sweet. Terrible. Now we have to stop for another coffee after spending $17 on these 2.

  • 5/5 Michael M. 7 months ago on Google
    I stopped in on a Saturday afternoon to scope this place out. My litmus test for the quality of the coffee shop is the quality of its espresso. I was pleased to see that Amberson Coffee had multiple options for espresso, and the choice that I made did not disappoint. The service was quick and professional. The presentation was unique, and espresso was delicious. I'll be visiting this place again the first chance I get!

  • 5/5 Jessa D. 9 months ago on Google
    Amberson coffee is a quaint and charming little shop with an inviting atmosphere. Plenty of seating, amazing food & pastry options, and incredible specialty coffees will make you want to stay for hours! The baristas are all very friendly and knowledgeable about their offerings—there is always something new to try if you’re open to it! It’s a great place to sit for a while and read a book, get some work done, or meet a friend. It’s also dog friendly! This is one of the best shops in Indy that I’ve come across.

  • 4/5 Devi 9 months ago on Google
    This is the first coffee shop in Indy that I’ve experienced with a no tip policy. To go orders are put in a glass jar, and is a $1 extra. I don’t see that as an issue because you can reuse the jar! I ordered an iced matcha latte, and a muffin! The sour cream muffin was divine.

  • 5/5 Lindsey M. 1 year ago on Google
    Stopped in here for the first time to get a honey milk latte and some pastries for a friend and myself. We're both blown away by how delicious both the coffee and the pastries taste!! The employees were friendly and welcoming and the space had a cozy aesthetic. Will definitely be back!

  • 3/5 Tiffany 1 year ago on Google
    Got a great chocolate chip cookie here. Service was really great and the parking was easy. I understand the higher prices since they don't permit tipping here, but I still don't think that my order was worth the high price. A latte and a single cookie came to $12! I am still glad that I gave them a try; price just isn't feasible for me to come here regularly.

  • 5/5 Jess H. 1 year ago on Google
    Had some strange experiences with being over charged for coffee but we got it worked out and it's the best specialty coffee in town as well as a real cute spot. I like that it's off the main thoroughfairs and thus a little quieter. Still plenty of good ppl watching as I wake up with my morning coffee.

  • 5/5 luis i. 2 years ago on Google
    So the best latte was the date latte it did not raised my glucose like any other coffee. The atmosphere is very clean and inviting, my barista was awsome and was very knowledgeable. I lived the experience and the care for nature.

  • 5/5 Timothy G. 1 year ago on Google
    A coffee shop that believes their associate should be paid a proper wage without the burden falling on the guest. For this reason they do not allow tipping. They're also a grocery store, and their coffees are amazing

  • 5/5 Spencer 2 years ago on Google
    The Date Latte is one of the best cups (jars) of coffee I’ve ever had. A very small space, but it was well staffed and everyone was nice. They don’t ask for tips, which is why they justify the extremely high prices… But even if I tipped 25% I would still be paying less per cup of coffee.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Free street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
    • ✓️ Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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