Where to Find the Best Matcha in Indianapolis

I’ve been a matcha convert since my first trip to Japan.

I’ll admit, before I tried good matcha, I had written it off. But after seeing the care with which so many tea houses in Japan made my matchas, I came back with a new appreciation for the earthy, vegetal drink. I love it. I’m an unsweetened matcha fan, and my experience with all of the shops listed below reflects their unsweetened offerings.

Matcha is nothing new to Indy, and it’s becoming more and more common (I mean, even St*rbucks serves it), but there are some shops in Indy serving incredible matcha. Keep reading to explore some of my favorites.

Amberson Coffee

This Fletcher Place coffee shop has to be number one on my list. Amberson has more matcha options than any other coffee shop I’ve been to in Indy (although I haven’t been to them all!). When you order a matcha, you’ll be presented with a few options — Latte? Ceremonial? Thick or thin?

I love getting a thick ceremonial matcha when I’m craving that super grassy flavor. An iced matcha latte is one of my favorite ways to cool down in the summer after a walk to their shop. No matter how you order your matcha, the Amberson Coffee team takes time to craft their matcha drinks in a way that respects the high-quality tea they’re using.

401 S College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Blue Mind Coffee

The matcha latte at Blue Mind is perfect. Their latte’s tiny microfoam bubbles make for a light, airy drink — I love it. Pair a delicious drink with absolutely kind staff and a beautiful space and you’ve got a winning combination. Blue Mind is a great place to read a book and enjoy your matcha on a rainy afternoon.

646 E 38th St, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Coat Check Coffee / Provider / Chalet

Matcha Latte at Coat Check Coffee (and a blueberry muffin)

I know what you’re thinking — did she just list three different coffee shops for one drink? Well, yes. The beauty of the Coat Check Coffee/Provider/Chalet family is that they share a menu, so you can get one of their excellent coffee or tea drinks no matter where you are in the city. I could go on forever about their perfect pistachio latte, but we’re here to talk matcha. I love the matcha latte from Coat Check, et. al. because it’s not super milky. You can really taste the deep matcha flavors because they’re not washed out by milk.

Coat Check Coffee, 401 E Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Provider, 1101 E 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46202

Chalet, 5555 N Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46208

Commissary

Half coffee shop, half barber shop, fully awesome. Commissary even becomes a bar after hours — it’s such a cool space. Subterranean, just off the Cultural Trail and Mass Ave, it’s a hidden but not-so-hidden gem that everyone should visit. They make a killer matcha latte that I love to order iced. They’ve also been known to incorporate matcha into their specialty or seasonal drinks, so give those a try if you see something that piques your interest the next time you’re in.

304 E New York St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Top Out Cafe

Don’t let the location scare you — yes, Top Out is at a rock climbing gym, and yes, it’s really good. Whether you’re looking for refreshments after bouldering or just swinging by for a drink and a snack, Top Out should be on your radar. Their matcha is ceremonial grade, and they make their lattes with coconut milk by default (you’re welcome, non-dairy folks!).

1411 Roosevelt Ave, Upstairs, Indianapolis, IN 46201