Very rude ppl working here. Coffee takes extremely long, and cannot understand a coffee shop that does not offer a restroom to their patrons. read more

A hipster coffee without the pretentiousness -- what's not to love? Oh, and shout out to the barista who gave me a pea sized squirt of apricot scented hand lotion. Having dry hands is a struggle, yo. I typed freely that day without any more hand cracks. (Haha.) Things to know: ***** I. LOCATION & PARKING: Find Aurora Coffe on the end of a colorful strip mall off of Moreland Avenue NE. They share a lot with other neighboring businesses, and there's also parking in the back. II. COFFEE & FOOD: I've tried both their iced coffee and cappuccino. Their iced coffee wasn't too acidic and had plenty of caffeine. Also, it wasn't overrun with ice, so I had plenty to drink. The cappuccino had plenty of boldness with just enough milk to cut through without overpowering it. Yum! I've also had a bagel with plain cream cheese. It was ok. III. SERVICE: Dat hand lotion, tho... But seriously, the baristas were super nice and my coffee et al. were made promptly. No problems here! III. AMBIENCE & DECOR: They have maybe 15-20 seats inside and a few tables outside. I like their murals inside, and the music isn't OMG-are-my-ears-bleeding loud. IV. PRICES: $3-5 for coffee. Around the same for their small bites. Fair. V. OVERALL: If I lived close to Aurora Coffee, I would check it out a lot more often! Lucky you, East Atlanta! read more

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Ok I consider myself somewhat of a coffee snob. I drink bulletproof at home, which for those who are unfamiliar is a multi-step pour over brew with brain octane and grass fed butter. I also have a keurig and a N'espresso machine. I have been patiently waiting for bux to bring back the Chile mocha from last year but I guess it ain't happenin! Ugh Imagine my joy when I walked into Aurora and saw the "el Diablo" on the menu!! It's the exact replica only better!! I live so far but I'll be heading back soon for a repeat. Thank You Aurora for reuniting me with my love. read more

Amazing coffee!! Had the polar bear, great flavor I wish I bought a bigger size! service was a little slow but they only had two employees which is reasonable. Overall, perfect!!! read more

Lived in Atlanta most of my life; always wanted to try this place. Tried it today; wish I could go back to those halcyon days when I couldn't wait to try this place. The best descriptor for Aurora is that it really is a product of the 90s coffee scene in which traditional European cafes were being transplanted via Seattle and Americanized to serve huge portions and a plethora of sugary syrups. Coffee - I got the brown bear. The bears (coffee with a variety of different milks) are what they are known for. The brown bear purports to be chocolate milk and iced coffee. That sounds pretty delicious. In fact, it sounds like two of my favorite things wedded in sweet bliss. In reality, it tasted like a packet of Swiss miss mixed into the iced coffee you make when you don't actually have any more beans, so really you are just making cold chocolate water. Yeah, I've never done that either because it sounds disgusting. The brown bear is also pretty awful. My partner got the 12 oz nitro brew. I'm not sure why. 4 oz of that stuff is more than enough. Aurora served it in 12 or 20 oz plastic cups. For a place that is so anti-Starbucks their serving sizes and lack of glassware puts them about on par with their nemesis. Is it worth a visit? - If you think that a cappuccino should be no larger than 6oz and served in something that must be washed, this review probably makes sense and you should avoid this place. If a 20 oz latte doesn't make you do a double take, then, you may very well find aurora just right. Ambiance - limited seating inside, but they do have a little patio outside as well. There are quite a few outlets that seem to encourage people to stay and work awhile. Otherwise, it feels a lot like the 90s in a sweet little time capsule. Service - if you go anywhere in l5p (except Tijuana garage where rebellion seems to be at a minimum) you should probably expect service to tend towards indifferent. Service at aurora is predictably indifferent. Parking- The worst thing about l5p is parking. We came on the weekend so no parking lot hustle. Nutshell- if you are what your friends refer to as a coffee snob, this won't be for you. If you just want a big cup of coffee and you think hipster assholes are ruining coffee, this could very well be your place. read more

Aurora Coffee - Nitro brew. Brown bear. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Not sure how good their coffee is but their tea is pathetic. Paid 3 bucks for a cup of tea. They literally gave me a tiny bit of tea leaves for a 16 oz tea. I added honey to give it some taste because I was just drinking hot water with a hint of actual tea. When I asked to pay for an extra scoop of tea they tried to charge me another $3.00. Don't go there. Buyer beware. read more

I got an iced polar bear and it was so good! It tasted like the winter holidays in coffee form. I'll definitely be back.

Been here a couple of times since I moved to Atlanta. Still trying to find an order that I really enjoy. But I think their "Bear" menu is really quirky and cool. They prefer cash payment which seems very odd these days with COVID and lots of places trying to stray from cash, just an FYI. You can pay with a card though. It's a dark, indie, emo sort of vibe. No seating inside but there's a porch attached to sit and drink coffee. read more

I've been living in the area for a few years and had not been to Aurora. Recently I've been on a quest to patronize locally-owned businesses so I decided to give it a try. I read the reviews in advance and checked out the menu so I could order properly :). I ordered the pumpkin spice latte and my friend had a hot chocolate. If you can't make a hot chocolate or a drink correctly with add ins than the barista is probably not skilled in the art of cappuccinos and expressos. Our drinks were delicious. So I went back for a cappuccino and a bagel with smoked jalapeño cream cheese. Everything was really good. Very flavorful and savory. There are several options of coffee. Aurora features different blends from around the world. They also offer a variety of tea selections for non-coffee drinkers. You can grab a large ( or grande for those who speak Starbucks) customized drink for around $4.00. The staff is friendly as well as the patrons. People will share tables if you go at a peak time. I've been back twice. Very consistent. I suggest joining the rewards program whether you visit occasionally or frequently. There's no cost. I'll take this local coffee shop over the chain any day. read more

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Solid hot coffee, but truly excellent iced and sweet coffee. Very walkable and nice atmosphere read more

The spare blonde wood tables and chairs that line the wall of this Little Five Points coffee shop remind me a bit of the aesthetic that Momofuku employs in its New York restaurants. Never before in Atlanta have I observed more hipsters in one place. White girls with dreads? Boys in skinny jeans? You'll find 'em here. It's a nice departure from the norm in these parts. The vibe is relaxed and the wifi strong and free. read more

Wifi: Check. Iced Coffee: Check Comfy Seats: Check Great Bathroom (Customers Only): Check Friendly Staff: Check, Check, Check I really dig Aurora. The walls are festooned with posters upon posters upon posters, the vibe and clientele is a large swath bohemian, professional, local, and caffeine-seeking. Came in for an afternoon work session and enjoyed my experience thoroughly. The iced coffee has two varieties -- One is an in-house blend/roast and the other is a mix of Ethiopian roast(s). Went with the Ethiopian which was full-bodied and robust. Pretty dark and chocolatey texture, too. I'd spring for it again in a heartbeat. Thank you, Aurora. I'll be back very soon. read more

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Honestly, I've been a bit hesitant about 'Aurora' in the past - I've had my share of unpleasant experiences with snooty, "hipster" baristas - obviously they're not fun, and with Aurora being Little Five Points (one of the larger hipster hubs in the A)...you get where my skepticism is headed...But I've heard nothing but great things about Aurora from friends and Yelpers alike, and when one of my favorite actors recently proclaimed Aurora to have "the best coffee in the world!" I knew it was high time I paid them a visit. I'm not the largest connoisseur of coffee - I prefer my drinks on the weaker side of things (lattes. frappes, etc), Aurora accommodates both ends of the spectrum quite well. There's a large selection of various coffee beans/blends - as well as everything from a shot of espresso to cappuccino, teas, hot chocolate, not to mention a decent selection from Arden's Garden..and my favorite coffee beverage of all time: BEARS - which seems unique to Aurora - they're half iced coffee and half flavored milk - there are about eight "pre-designed" selections, or you could choose your own flavors, make it stronger, and have it hot if you'd like! ...And of course my personal sign of a great coffee shop: if they offer an almond milk substitute - which they do (as well as soy!) In addition to a great menu, I like the interior: modern certainly in it's minimalism with the exception to their massive, potentially cerebral mural, painted on their entire wall; the atmosphere: casual and comfortable, half the clientele working diligently on their mac books, the other half, just having a good time with friends. Also, no the baristas - at least the ones I've encountered are not snooty hipsters - maybe hipster, but not snooty, quite friendly, in fact! read more

Aurora Coffee - Iced Chai Latte and "Hot" Chai Latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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The best Americano I've ever had, I had at Aurora. It was made to perfection, and that's the experience I get with most drinks made here. I've never had a bad barista, and everyone seems very cool and laid back, even friendly. I've had a couple of their homemade pastries and they were good, but the focus here is definitely the coffee. I'd pick this place over anywhere else for their beans and know-how. They also help community-wise by providing a free magazine stand full of publications to take and read, as well as a wall with every local show's flyer you can think of all in one place. They feature local art on the walls that changes out quite often. In addition to the several small tables, there is a bar you can sit near the back. A great little coffee shop for when you really want a good drink. read more

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I ordered the lavender latte with oat milk. It was very different from any lavender lattes I've had. I did like it but felt it was lacking much lavender flavor. The cashier was very pleasant and friendly and I enjoyed the funky atmosphere and decor read more

When I saw the Starbucks being built practically next door to Aurora I got mad- I thought those corporate jerks are going to try to kill our neighborhood coffee place! But, after a few years of competing against each other Starbucks still hasn't won the battle. But, I think this neighborhood's mindset is definitely against Starbucks just enough to keep Aurora in business. I like to walk my dogs up to Aurora and get a soy chai that tastes better than Starbuck's, while helping to support my neighborhood institutions from corporate thugs. read more

Aurora Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I like this spot because they have really good coffee, relaxing environment, friendly staff and FREE parking score! I love the barista art too! read more

Aurora Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Sadly everyone else that came in here was dressed cooler than I was, but I got over that and enjoyed my rich (and cheap) cup of coffee. The interior, much like the other Aurora Highlands location, is very minimalist. Tables line the perimeter of the space, and one wall's 'decor' is completely covered in upcoming shows and event fliers. The bathroom will remind you a bit of a dive bar bathroom, but unfortunately you won't be drunk. All the staff is friendly, and they have free wi-fi - a good 'ole laid back coffee joint. I like. read more

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Big plus for the patio seating. There are big umbrellas to protect from the harsh sun. There are no outlets to charge electronic devices. The menu looked extensive. Since I'm not much of a coffee drinker, I got the iced chai. They were willing to use less ice. Big chunks of ice filled to the top was too excessive for me. The flavor was very strong and the spice very apparent. There is some parking in the back. There were attendants on this Sunday who monitored the shared lot. $10 for other patrons to park. read more

Super friendly. Some unique flavours in a fun little strip mall. Pretty good coffee. They were super prompt about getting our drinks out. They were also very helpful since it was our first time deciding good drinks. read more

Aurora is a great, neighborhood coffee joint. They do all the right things. Bagels are brought from one of Atlanta's best bagel bakeries (The Bagel Palace). Other baked goods are also locally made. They procure as much as they can locally, in fact, and serve it all up with humor and a smile. Free wifi is also a good thing. I'm not a coffee drinker, but I've never been disappointed with any drink I've gotten here. I'll leave it up to my fellow yelpers to tell you about the actual coffee... read more

I had a great experience. What a relaxing coffee shop. The brownies were gluten free and my meeting was amazing. I loved the servers. They were so welcoming. Grateful for this experience and the workers. I would highly recommend visiting this coffee shop. Great for meetings and it has great WiFi. read more

Love Aurora, particularly the Bear Menu. I got the Red Bear, which is an iced coffee with gingerbread syrup. This place is one of the handful of things I miss about Atlanta ever since moving, so it's always so nice to come back and have it still be here. All of the baristas were super nice, and one of them gave me stickers :-). read more

Wall art, Halloween decorations, baked goods, soy and almond milk options...nom nom nom Plenty of seating inside and out, fast and quality service. Opt for Aurora instead of the Starbucks on the corner. read more

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Basic coffee house really. Wifi, specialty coffees and teas, and kind of a beatnik feel to it. From a coffee/tea perspective, its good. I was here for about 5 hours trying to get some work done, and in that time, I had a hot tea - I just drink black tea, but they had a good selection of organic teas - and a mocha. Both were really good, and I'd probably go up to 4 stars based on that. Counter service was friendly and quick. But the look of the place is just blah, almost gloomy. Wooden and plastic chairs and tables with concrete walls with a bunch of indy bands posters and advertisements for shows on the walls. It doesn't have a warm and cozy feel to it. There aren't really comfortable places to sit. They have an outdoor patio, but that also wasn't very comfortable looking. This is a fine place to sit and do work, and the coffee was certainly better than starbucks, but there are also better coffee shops out there, or at least, more comfortable ones. read more

I really enjoyed their bears coffee line. I tried the brown bear with peppermint and it was delicious. My friend got the hual bear and that was really tasty too. This will definitely be my coffee stuff when I'm in the Little Five Points area. I think this is a great little coffee shop to try. read more

Aurora Coffee - Brown Bear - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Date: Sunday Morning 3 - INTERNET 3 - COFFEE 3 - AMBIANCE -------------------- 9 of 15: Three things that I look for in all the coffee shops I go too. [3.5Mbps] The Internet was in par with Starbucks. Fast enough for e-mail, but not fast enough to stream a TedTalk in HD. Coffee was good, great selections, but no speciality drip such as, Drip, Chemex, V60, etc. Ambiance, they have a Great Wall with local concerts around the City of Atlanta. I would definitely come to Aurora Coffee again and do some light surfing or reading - cool spot in Little 5 Points. *Credibility: I was bottle feed half coffee- half milk in my baby bottle growing up in El Salvador. read more

Aurora Coffee - Chocolate Au Lait 12oz. $2.75 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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My friend and I were in search of a great coffee shop that offered some kind of seating. Luckily we stumbled upon this location! The black bear iced coffee that I tried was great! They offered dairy substitutes (I substituted dairy milk for soy). The flavors were authentic and didn't tasted chalky or artificial. My friend also enjoyed her iced matcha latte. Although we weren't able to sit inside, the location offered outdoor seating on a deck which enough space to seat 8 comfortably (while socially distancing). The barista/cashier was super helpful and kind. Although the coffee was a bit pricey (6.45) for my drink, the taste and environment made the price worth it. I'll definitely be returning. read more

This is the best coffee shop in the world. They have everything. Coconut lattes, cold brew, hot brew. Kombucha, Arden garden juices, La Croix, mineral water, herbal, green and black flavored teas. They also have a large parking lot in the back just for them. Makes it super easy to park and run in to get coffee. Or you can hang out inside and enjoy the Free WiFi. I love it!! Super cool people drinking awesome coffee. I'm surprised the Starbuck's that's close hasn't gone out of business. read more

Amazing latte's and service. Great place to get a little work done or read. And I like their bagel's better then those I have had in NY. Toasted with a little cream cheese mmmm. read more

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I am happy to say I was not disappointed by Aurora Coffee. The ambience in this location is great. Team are super friendly and service is really swift. his menu has everything I love and I'm very excited to try it all. I'd definitely return. read more

This place was awesome, so awesome we heard about it all the way in Indiana. The decor is cool, but what you're really there for is the COFFEE. I got the Hula Bear (iced coffee with coconut and chocolate flavored milk) and it was divine. They whip up your order almost immediately so there is virtually no wait time! If you're feeling brave, get it grizzly (3x stronger!) and feel the buzz. Next time we are in Atlanta, we will definitely be returning! read more

Arguably Atlanta's best coffee shop, Aurora has been around for a long time and never disappoints. Great espresso drinks with a cool artsy vibe. read more

Yelpers please help me out on this one... why do some coffee shops make your drink but not put a lid on it?? It's seriously one of my pet peeves when it comes to coffee shops. First, I usually don't have extra time to be hanging around putting a lid on. 2. It grosses me out that people touch their dirty little hands all over multiple lids at a time and 3. I made a mess today which took more time for me to clean up and start over. I can't even tell you if the vanilla latte was any good because I was too annoyed from the lid thing. The Arden's Garden bottled juice I purchased there was good though! read more

90s coffee scene with pretty decent coffee space and good vibes. Had a delicious flat white there and the price was reasonable

Aurora is a great spot to work or study in Little Five Points. It's typically crowded and has good natural light.

Solid coffee option in Little Five. Aurora is definitely a mainstay in Atlanta at this point and its consistent quality must be why it has been around for so long. I've been coming to Aurora for probably the past ten years I have lived here, so I've been able to try a lot of the drinks. Favorites are the cappucino and bear drinks as a treat in the summertime. I have also bought beans by the pound and think the quality and price are very fair. The only reason I am not giving a five-star review is because service can be very inconsistent. Sure, you get what you order efficiently, but never with a smile. I even had one instance when the barista was snappy with me when I asked a question, but luckily I've only seen that barista at Aurora twice out of all the times I have gone. All in all, great spot. read more

Best coffee I encountered while weekending in Atlanta! Cute funky ambiance with really beautiful murals and an entire magnetic wall of upcoming concert posters. Loved their iced coffee flavor selection. They are named after different types of bears. It's precious. My barista Amanda was so sweet and friendly. She suggested the Kodiak Bear which was caramel and chocolate. Delicious. Great pick me up spot! read more

Smoked Jalapeño bagel with lox cream cheese, with a large chai latte just saved my dreary rainy Monday and made it 100% bearable. Love this place. read more

Nice little coffee spot. Love the vibe here. Ordered a chi latte and it tasted like starbucks so wasn't thrilled about that. (Not a Starbucks lover) but the staff was friendly and it is clean. Will be back maybe just a cofee next time or the hot chocolate. read more

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