The best cafes in Lawrence

4 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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7 Brew Coffee

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Trendy shop featuring a drive-thru, a broad range of tea and coffee drinks, energy drinks and smoothies.

4420 S Emerson Ave (Indianapolis)

“Trendy shop featuring a drive-thru, a broad range of tea and coffee drinks, energy drinks and smoothies.”

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7 Brew Coffee

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Drive-thru coffeehouse offering a variety of caffeinated drinks, plus smoothies, teas, and milkshakes.

3710 S East St (Indianapolis)

“Drive-thru coffeehouse offering a variety of caffeinated drinks, plus smoothies, teas, and milkshakes.”

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Nine Lives Cafe & Cat Lounge

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Whether you’re craving an artistically curated latte, a pastry from local bakeries, or quality time with adoptable cats, Nine Lives Cafe &…

1315 Shelby St (Indianapolis)

“Whether you’re craving an artistically curated latte, a pastry from local bakeries, or quality time with adoptable cats, Nine Lives Cafe & Cat Lounge has you covered this week. Their IndyAdopts foundation powers the kitty love, and the cafe doubles as a small gallery of local consignment art.”

From the Indianapolis newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Smitten Kitten Cat Cafe and Coffee Shop

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Relaxed cafe where guests can drink coffee, eat treats, and interact with adoptable cats.

7852 E 96th St (Fishers)

“Relaxed cafe where guests can drink coffee, eat treats, and interact with adoptable cats.”

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