Quills Coffee of Indianapolis is a coffee shop in Indianapolis, IN. It offers a curated selection of fresh‑roasted specialty coffee through both in‑store service and a subscription model that lets customers receive new beans weekly, bi‑weekly, or monthly. The shop caters to coffee enthusiasts who appreciate hand‑crafted pours and the convenience of home delivery, and it has earned a 4.60‑star rating from more than 13,000 reviews. Its service area includes downtown Indianapolis and surrounding neighborhoods, reflecting the brand’s broader presence across six cafés in Louisville and one in Indianapolis.
Founded by Nathan, a former social worker who began exploring coffee culture in the early 2000s, Quills opened its first location in 2007 after renovating a rundown building in Louisville’s Germantown district. The original shop taught the team that great coffee can foster connection, a principle that guided later moves to the Highlands and the expansion to six Louisville cafés and the Indianapolis outpost. All coffee is roasted locally in small 45‑pound batches on Main Street in Louisville, where a team of five roasters, led by head roaster Justin, hand‑tunes temperature, airflow, and aroma to capture optimal flavor. The broader staff includes the founder, four operations members, four café managers, and 42 baristas, all united by the belief that coffee should bring people together.
Quills Coffee of Indianapolis is situated on N Meridian St, just steps from North Meridian Street. It lies a short walk from the Indianapolis Marion‑County Public Library’s Central Library and is within a few blocks of both West 10th Street and East 10th Street. The Vietnam and Korean War Memorials are also nearby, adding a historic backdrop to the café’s urban setting.
By combining expertly roasted specialty beans with a community‑first ethos, Quills delivers a coffee experience that resonates with Indianapolis residents seeking both quality and connection.