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Jump Start Cafe

About Jump Start Cafe

Jump Start Cafe is a highly rated coffee and tea cafe in Lafayette, IN, serving locals and visitors with a 4.9-star reputation from 74 reviews.

Conveniently located at 1020 Union St, Lafayette, IN 47904, this cozy, casual, quiet, and trendy Lafayette coffee shop is known for great coffee, a great tea selection, and a welcoming atmosphere for breakfast, solo dining, and working on a laptop.

Guests can enjoy dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and on-site service, along with prepared foods, quick bites, vegetarian options, desserts, and comfortable seating. Jump Start Cafe also offers Wi-Fi, free Wi-Fi, restrooms, and accessibility features including a wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible toilet, assistive hearing loop, and wheelchair-accessible car park.

Accepted payment options include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. To experience one of the best coffee and tea cafes in Lafayette, IN, visit Jump Start Cafe at 1020 Union St or call +1 765-476-3454 for more information.

★★★★★ 4.90 rating (74 reviews)
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More Than Just Coffee

Every cup we serve is a small moment of joy, carefully crafted by passionate baristas who care about your experience.

  • Free WiFi
  • Cozy Seating
  • Pet Friendly
  • Local Roasters

Reviews

From our beloved regulars

JULIE SARA BENNY

JULIE SARA BENNY

7 months ago

Lovely spot for coffee with great service — the manager was especially kind. The food was delicious, and I really enjoyed their fall drinks — they’re unique and refreshing. The interior feels thoughtfully curated and beautifully done, reflecting the owners’ personal touch in a truly unique way.

Stacy

Stacy

year ago

I love coffee and this place serves the best! The Aromatorium latte is to die for! The atmosphere is great! They really made it cute and cozy in there! 10/10 recommend. Now if they would open on Sundays that would be awesome!

Reyn Smith

Reyn Smith

7 months ago

This place has some of the tastiest coffee I’ve had from any shop in Lafayette, and that’s saying a lot with all the great options around. Where this place truly stands out though, is the service. The owner is an absolute sweetheart, and the employees are definitely the friendliest baristas I've ever talked to. Everyone should know about this gem. My wife and I will be going here many more times! ☕💛

Mohamad Almakky

Mohamad Almakky

10 months ago

Thank God — we finally found a great local coffee spot in Lafayette! The coffee is excellent, the staff is genuinely warm and welcoming, and the atmosphere is one-of-a-kind. There’s a unique charm to the place, especially with the classic car decor that adds so much personality while you sip on a delicious cup. I also really appreciated learning the story behind the shop — it gives the whole experience more meaning. Bonus points for sourcing their beans from a local roaster! The only downside? They close at 3 PM. But since they’re still new, here’s hoping they’ll extend their hours soon. They also need some branding on their to-go cups to make it standout. HIGHLY recommend checking them out — it’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back.

Jonathan Anderson

Jonathan Anderson

year ago

This place is an absolute gem! The old car theme gives it a unique, Grand Tour-style atmosphere that’s both nostalgic and full of character. You can tell a lot of thought went into the decor. The espresso was excellent, rich, smooth, and clearly made with care. My wife loved her sugar-free vanilla latte, which is saying something since she’s pretty picky about her coffee. The staff was friendly and the vibe was relaxed yet energizing. We’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend it if you’re into good coffee and cool vibes.

Luke Wahl

Luke Wahl

8 months ago

Adorable automotive nerd shop with beautiful vintage restored car part tables and decoration, atmosphere is top tier! A wheel good time! I heard rave reviews about their breakfast quiche but I've not tried it yet. Have sampled a couple of the drinks, fantastic miel. They do not make their syrups in house so everything is a bit oversaturated with sucrose. Coffee is not Sacred Grounds, Wanderlust, or Eleventh House quality but small potatoes. This is a delightful bright light for Lafayette and easy to recommend. The staff is real friendly and relaxed, small reserve room for groups, and free parking lot.

sydney bonner

sydney bonner

5 months ago

Vibes are super good the decor is a 10/10 but had a hard time finding seating at first during busy hours

Vivek Vijay

Vivek Vijay

10 months ago

The coffee, the service the ambience is totally worth it. Loved the interior really worth it to go and enjoy the place. The service was amazing, the barista was very helpful. The seating and location is nice. Price is also affordable. Was skeptical if this place would be too good to be true but that skepticism went away with the first sip of the chai latte. We also tried the mocha and it's totally worth it

Geetanjali Bihani

Geetanjali Bihani

9 months ago

A beautiful cafe offering yummy concoctions that you definitely shouldn't miss out on! Apart from the visual appeal, which definitely is unique and well decorated, the cafe offers yummy drinks. The staff is sweet, and the coffee the perfect blends! Definitely try their signature drinks, really good selection. Will definitely come again.

Betzie Yazmin

Betzie Yazmin

2 months ago

Very cute cafe! The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The place was clean. They have variety of coffees, teas, and food. They even have decaf and sugar free options. The only thing I do wish is that they had more options on customizing food. But I got a egg and bacon sandwich and it was delicious! Definitely recommend for anyone who is looking to do some work or hang out on a coffee date.

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Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Assistive hearing loop
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned
  • Small Business

Service options

  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Prepared foods
  • Quick bite
  • Vegetarian options

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family friendly

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Come Say Hi

We'd love to see you! Stop by for your favorite drink or to try something new.

Location

1020 Union St, Lafayette, IN 47904, United States

Hours

Closed · Saturday 9 AM-3 PM
Thursday 7 AM-3 PM
Friday 7 AM-3 PM
Saturday 9 AM-3 PM
Sunday Closed
Monday 7 AM-3 PM
Tuesday 7 AM-3 PM
Wednesday 7 AM-3 PM
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