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Leviathan Bakehouse

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IndependentNamed roasting partner: Blue Mind RoastingSourcing: Limited public info
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Leviathan Bakehouse is a prominent Indianapolis bakery and cafe that emphasizes high-quality, artisanal baked goods and a curated coffee program. Founded in 2020, the shop serves as a community hub in the Chatham Arch neighborhood, pairing its signature sourdough and pastries with coffee from local roaster Blue Mind Roasting.

Ownership
Leviathan Bakehouse is an independent, locally-owned business founded by a partnership of five bakers and culinary professionals, including Pete Schmutte, Jesse Blythe, and Matt Steinbronn.
Founded
2020
Roasting
Named roasting partner: Blue Mind Roasting. Other roasting arrangements are unverified.
What it's known for
Leviathan Bakehouse is widely recognized for its high-quality, naturally-leavened breads, signature porridge sourdough, and expertly crafted pastries like croissants and Basque cheesecake.
Farm-level sourcing
The bakehouse does not publish specific farm or producer details for its coffee offerings. They partner with local roaster Blue Mind Roasting, which sources coffee internationally, but the bakehouse itself focuses its transparency efforts on its grain and flour supply chain.
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Leviathan Bakehouse, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2025-03-24 · WISH-TV
Leviathan Bakehouse: A unique dining experience in Indy

As the Indianapolis-based bakehouse approaches its sixth anniversary, local media highlighted its role as a hybrid shop offering both specialty coffee and a variety of baked goods. The segment noted the business's continued reputation for quality and consistency since its 2020 opening.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-23. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the brand provides detailed information regarding the farms and mills for its bread ingredients, it does not disclose specific origin or farm details for the coffee beans provided by its roasting partner.

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