The best cafes in Richmond

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

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If you need a change from your usual caffeine routine, The Cedar Coffee in New Paris pours Deeper Roots roasts, pairs them with handmade…

550 S Washington St (New Paris)

“If you need a change from your usual caffeine routine, The Cedar Coffee in New Paris pours Deeper Roots roasts, pairs them with handmade chocolates and legit-good pastries, and they even run an onsite wine bar, The Cedar Wine. They also rent serene lakefront and deck spaces for small gatherings.”

From the Richmond newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Elmtree Pottery makes microwave and dishwasher safe stoneware you can actually use every day, with thoughtful glazes and sturdy forms. You…

2131 N Centerville Rd (Centerville)

“Elmtree Pottery makes microwave and dishwasher safe stoneware you can actually use every day, with thoughtful glazes and sturdy forms. You can even browse their work at Artisans & Java @ Warm Glow Candle Factory Outlet, which makes a coffee run a lot more interesting.”

From the Richmond newsletter, September 7, 2026

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When you need a spot that suits early study sessions and late catch-ups, Roscoe's Coffee Bar and Tap Room roasts its own beans, pours…

416 N 10th St

“When you need a spot that suits early study sessions and late catch-ups, Roscoe's Coffee Bar and Tap Room roasts its own beans, pours rotating craft taps, and turns weeknights into trivia-and-music-bingo fun, with solid sandwiches to keep you going.”

From the Richmond newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Redefined Hope Boutique & Coffee Shop is dialing up the cozy with graphic hoodies, floaty dresses, Indiana-proud layers, and even…

11850 Brookville Rd (Indianapolis)

“Redefined Hope Boutique & Coffee Shop is dialing up the cozy with graphic hoodies, floaty dresses, Indiana-proud layers, and even beautifully pressed Bibles that make gifting easy. Swing by this week to snag something meaningful that still looks great with sneakers and your everyday Lawrence routine.”

From the Indianapolis newsletter, October 2, 2026

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