Tinker Coffee
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Tinker Coffee

1220 Waterway Blvd, Indianapolis, IN

★★★★★4.9(161 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Tinker Coffee is a roastery destination worth the drive, where espresso and pour-over enthusiasts find genuinely exceptional beans alongside thoughtful decaf options that don't compromise on quality. The team clearly cares deeply about transparency and connection to their sources—they'll walk you through the stories of the farms behind each bag while you settle in for a slow, intentional coffee experience in a meticulously clean space. Whether you're a traveling coffee lover or someone seeking that rare roaster with a real commitment to their craft, the phenom coffee and warm staff make this Indianapolis spot feel like a genuine discovery.

What to expect

Pour overSlow sitSpecialty drinksTraditional drinksEspresso focused

Google Reviews

DaniB3
★★★★★3 months ago

The coffee is amazing. I traveled from Dayton to check out your roastery and was thoroughly impressed. The staff was lovely, the whole roastery was very clean and organizing, and the coffee was phenomenal. Hamasho is some of the best Ethiopian I've had. Thank you for the wonderful experience.

Global Girl
★★★★★10 months ago

you have a great photo, but you cropped it wrong. The ones below are far better.

shearmodulus
★★★★★2 years ago

Decaf Honduras Marcala is great! Really glad to find a roaster with a solid, recently roasted decaf option. I love espresso so much that I travel with my Decent, but I can only drink decaf. I forgot my beans on a business trip, and I’m happy I found Tinker! When brewing these beans I kept it simple with a ramped profile starting at 9 bars and ending at 6 bars, 7s preinfusion, 2:1 ratio, 194° water, and an extra gram in an 18 gram portafilter. I found it perfect to drink straight and it combined well with oat milk. Thanks Tinker!

Brandy Feldhake
★★★★★2 years ago

Came across this lovely tasting piece of nature at an art fair and scooped up a bag. I chose the caramel because I know I like that flavor even if I don't like the product, but I was not disappointed. This rich robust coffee now starts my day every day. Wonderful tasting and reasonable priced! Thank you Tinker Coffee!!

Ed Bagden
★★★★★5 years ago

Some of the best coffee beans I've had in any city in the world. The website tells more about the farms where the beans are sourced from, and the staff onsite provide great insights into the various offerings. The naturally processed Ethiopian beans make for a wonderful pour over. The bottled drinks are also fantastic, especially the cold brew and golden milk. Drive through pop-ups and collaborations with local brands provide variety while maintaining safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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