Best Coffee Shops in Columbus, Indiana | Local Cafés & Bakeries

Whether you’re starting a day of architecture tours, meeting friends downtown, or looking for a cozy place to recharge, Columbus, Indiana has plenty of local coffee shops worth exploring. From espresso drinks and fresh-roasted coffee to donuts, pastries, and family-friendly cafés, these local favorites make it easy to find your perfect cup.

Here are some of the best coffee shops and cafés to visit during your stay in Columbus, Indiana.

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Lucabe Coffee Co.

Lucabe Coffee Co. has two locations.

The downtown location is the perfect meeting place to park for an afternoon, sip on a piping hot cup of coffee, and visit with friends. Although you can’t go wrong with any order, we recommend trying one of their seasonal offerings or sticking with an old favorite. Locals love their Honey Lavender Latte, the Lavender Matcha Spring Shaker with Coconut Milk, or Blueberry Mint Nitro Tea.

This location is steeped with architectural significance, just like the city of Columbus itself. Careful design preservation converted the original Irwin Union Bank and Trust in Eastbrook Plaza into one of the coolest coffee shops you’ll ever visit.

Look for features reminiscent of when the building was a bank. For example, the bank vault has been converted into a kids' play area. Overlooking the Haw Creek, this place is unique inside and out. Try the Lucabe Build Your Biscuit Menu. You won’t be disappointed!

Lucabe at the Bank

Lucabe Downtown

Le Fernández Café

This family-owned coffee shop specializes in classic, strong European-style espresso beverages. The Le Fernández Café coffee menu is extensive and eclectic. Select from café au lait, cappuccino, lattes, black forest mocha, Mayan mocha and café poblano. Also offering a large variety of teas, choose from chais, herbals or English blends. Pair your favorite beverage with food, such as crepes, sandwiches, pasta, salads, paninis and breakfast favorites with a creative twist.

Le Fernández Café

Gramz Bakery & Café

Nestled in among the historic buildings of downtown Columbus, resides Gramz Bakery and Café. Pop in and try any of their 14 locally roasted drip coffees. Offering a full espresso menu, teas and even organic smoothies, this quaint café is the perfect place to sample all things coffee, pastries, or breakfast sandwiches.

Gramz Bakery and Café

Sojourn Coffee Company

The aroma will lure you in. Serving delectable eats and caffeine treats, Sojourn Coffee Company roasts their own coffees at the peak of freshness. Order a freshly brewed cup or buy a bag to brew at home. Through a window right in the coffee shop, take a peek at the Roastmaster’s daily craft. This place offers a bean-to-brew experience.

Sojourn Coffee Company

Dorothy's Playhouse

More than just a spot for great drinks, Dorothy’s Playhouse and Café is a place where families can slow down and enjoy the moment. The café serves up lattes, refreshing sodas, ice-cold lemonades, and energy boosts that brighten your day, while the playhouse next door invites kids to explore, imagine, and create. It’s the perfect pairing, grown-ups get a quality drink in hand, and kids get a thoughtfully designed space that encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and creativity.

Dorothy’s Playhouse and Café