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I love this coffee shop. The lavender latte and the smoked salmon toast are amazing and my go to…read more The baristas are super nice. Parking is in the front of the cafe but there's a parking deck right behind it and it's free parking!

I really wanted to love this cafe because I heard so much about it. Firstly, the ambiance is great…read more It has a minimalistic interior with beige accents and some greenery. There is water, wifi, and restrooms. Drinks come out very quickly. Seating is a bit low and some tables are wobbly, but there are outlets all around the room. Service was fast. - Matcha Latte w Oat Milk: I wish they had other alternative milk options like nut milks. They serve two types of matchas: one pre-sweetened and one that is just matcha. The oatmilk is nice and creamy and overall it was a standard matcha.

Signature coffee : caramel Creme with extra caramel

Cafe Comma

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Dancing Goats Coffee

4.1(536 reviews)

3.7 mi•Old Fourth Ward

This is one of my favorite coffee shops to come and work. I enjoy their drinks and the space is…read moregreat. They have indoor seating and an entire screened patio area with lots of seating. It's great for a nice day or even when it's raining since it's covered. The WiFi works great too. The staff are always super friendly and let you hang out as long as you want. They have long hours to (6:30 am to 7 pm).

It's nice to see a busy coffee spot that's been here for a solid 10+ years still look brand new!…read moreIt's probably one of the prettiest cafes I've been to in quite some time. The interior (and exterior) is clean and well-maintained. The bathroom was spotless. I believe this shop is an offshoot of the Kaldi's brand. The line can get pretty long but the two baristas working on this day were strong and able to get people in and out. Service was efficient and friendly, but they do show warmer interactions with people who are clearly regulars. Can't be mad at it. I got a strawberry matcha latte and a bacon/egg/cheese which apparently comes on a bagel and isn't customizable at all. Matcha was good -- typical more than anything. The sandwich was pre-made slop. Fake egg, limp bacon, flavorless and doughy bagel. I would have skipped on this entirely had I known they were going to grab a bag from their grab-n-go section and put it in a microwave. Totally not worth $9. Skip unless you're starving and simply need the calories. Luckily they offer a discount for anyone who works in Ponce City Market, which is sweet and made me feel better about that horrible sandwich. It's a great place to sit and people watch if you can manage to grab a seat.

Pretty small seating area with a few tables (there's a detached, covered patio that's larger)

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The Black Coffee

4.8(286 reviews)

1.1 mi

Coffee, croissants conversations and a charismatic vibe. All things considered, best I've been to.read more

The vibes here? Immaculate…read more I came for the August Black Queer Writers Club: The Art of Poetry event and had such a great experience. I ordered a decaf Brown Skin Girl with oat milk, and it was absolutely delicious! My friend got the cream cheese muffin, and it was so good too. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and incredibly comfortable. I can't wait to come back for another drink and to try some of the food! Everyone was super cool and kind as well.

2.8 mi•East Atlanta Village

"The Dirty South" (Vanilla, Chai, Espresso)

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Bellwood Coffee

4.6(64 reviews)

We stopped by here to get some work done, and we ended up leaving satisfied with our drinks and…read morewith a new plant! What better way to study than surrounded by greenery and a friendly staff at their coffee bar? There were 8 seats at the coffee bar, free WiFi, and there were some outlets behind the bar. The bathroom was very well taken care of. I got excited when I saw they had a fruity pebbles latte. I had tried it at Finca to Filter before and unfortunately it really didn't taste like fruity pebbles at all, but Bellwood's version definitely did! I do like a little sweetness in my coffee, but this was a tiny bit too sweet for me made as is, so next time I would probably ask for it to be made with less syrup. My boyfriend enjoyed his plain iced latte as well. I would definitely come here again, I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the prices I believe were not bad at all!

Great concept!! I love plants, I love coffee. A great place to breathe…read more The lavendar mint tea was relaxing and hit the spot on this cool day.

Sunday Morning @tiffhuangry

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Read Shop

4.5(192 reviews)

11.1 mi

A very cute, quiet spot in Vinings! There's seating available if you want to get some work done,…read moreplus a selection of books for sale if you're in the mood to read while you relax. The s'mores latte was absolutely delicious and hit the spot. Definitely check this place out!

We were in the area and in the mood for some coffee and found The Read Shop. We entered the…read morelittle boutique coffee shop / book store and were greeted warmly. I ordered a Cafe Mocha and Wifey ordered an Americano. As we were waiting for our order we browsed around and checked their selection. The place is small but they had a little bit of everything. Next thing we knew our order was ready and we headed out. What a little hidden gem we stumbled upon and I would definitely recommend a visit.

Iced dirty pumpkin spice chai latte

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Foxtail Coffee - Atlanta

4.4(91 reviews)

9.0 mi•Buckhead

The egg cheese ham crossiant was great. The matcha tea was just right. Nice staff and calm…read moreenvironment

Loved getting to visit foxtail coffee for the first time. This location is right next to my work…read moreoffice so I have been meaning to visit. Right when I walked in, I loved the energy. There was plenty of cozy and bar seating to do work. Wish I could have stayed to enjoy the environment, but I was in a bit of a rush, so I chose to get my drink to go. I opted for a hot vanilla latte with cinnamon. It tasted so homemade and yummy. While there was a bit of a wait, the barista was able to sort through the line quickly. The parking for this location is the garage adjacent to the complex. I did not stay long enough to validate parking, but I believe the sign says it was an option! Thank you, foxtail coffee, I'll definitely be returning!

Murals

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Great neighborhood to walk through on the way to coffee

Hansel and Gretel

4.1(75 reviews)

2.7 mi•Downtown

I stopped by Hansel & Gretel Bakery Cafe while attending a work conference in Atlanta and was…read morereally impressed. They have a huge selection of baked goods, pastries, and desserts, with plenty of unique options to choose from. Be sure to go earlier in the day if you can, as many of the most popular items sell out quickly. The café has a trendy, modern atmosphere that makes it a great place to relax with a coffee or specialty drink. The coffee and beverages were excellent and paired perfectly with the pastries. Overall, it's a great spot to visit if you're in Atlanta and looking for high-quality baked goods and a good cup of coffee.

Desserts are great! Georgia Peach and Matcha Strawberry were tasty desserts, mousse was sweet and…read morecreamy Honeycomb latte was pretty sweet... gotta let this dilute a bit haha but overall it was good GF said her peach green tea.. the peach wasn't really existent haha Plenty of seating inside!

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Dalgona

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Momo Cafe

4.2(275 reviews)

4.2 mi•Midtown

Order the banana cloud matcha latte! You don't regret it. It had great matcha flavor but was not…read moreoverly sweet. The staff was great with giving recommendations if you wanted matcha or espresso. I can't wait to get back and try the regular strawberry matcha latte. They have indoor seating on the other side but I stopped by quickly! They also had outdoor seating for a nice day.

Late Sunday Brunch (1:30) - The perfect taste and texture of the Corn and Miso Croissant made up…read morefor the horribly unimpressive Ham and Cheese French toast. Unfortunately, the soft serve ice creams were not available yet. Service was friendly, though It would help the guests to understand drinks need to be self serviced at the counter.

Yuzu Matcha Soft Serve @tiffhuangry

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Strawberry Matcha Latte @tiffhuangry

Daily Dose

4.3(96 reviews)

2.4 mi•Reynoldstown

Great coffee shop in reynoldstown. You can park in the deck under Publix and walk to the shop. I…read moregot the seasonal horchata latte and it was tasty!

Daily Dose was a vibe! I've been a few times now, but this review is really based on my first…read morevisit--because first impressions matter. Traffic was pretty heavy that morning, and when I finally pulled up, I didn't see an open space right away. For a second, I thought about leaving, but I'm glad I didn't. Parking is actually pretty easy once you know the options--there's a garage nearby and street parking too. As soon as I walked in, I knew this was the kind of place I'd be excited to work from. I ordered a matcha latte and spotted the perfect seat by the window--it felt like it was waiting for me. The vibe was calm and creative, with just the right energy for working or people-watching along the BeltLine. The music was on point too, though it really depends on who's working--some days the playlist is an A+. My only real issue? The outlets. They were there, but during my first few visits, the ones at the booths didn't work. Maybe that's been fixed by now, but at the time it was the only thing that missed the mark. Still, this spot easily makes my list of favorite places to post up for a few hours. Between the matcha, the ambiance, and the overall vibe--it's an easy yes for me.

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The Reading Room

4.1(126 reviews)

6.5 mi

Great ambiance Came on a Thursday morning and stayed from…read more10a-2:30 working while waiting for a child to finish summer camp. It's a lovely little place with nice food options and internet. Bathrooms and parking are available. They even wine and alcoholic beverages. I'll be back. Thanks y'all!

Went here yesterday for a girls day. It is such a cute place! Love the ambience and the food was…read moredelicious! Only cons: it took a while to find street parking.. Keep that in mind when planning to visit!

The inside

Chia seed pudding

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Jasmine Green Tea

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Emily A.

15 years ago

This place is great! The free wifi and comfortable seating make it a great place to get emails and work done. They have really nice, local artwork up on the walls and it's so affordable if you find something you just have to have. (I have multiple times..Christmas gifts). The staff is very friendly and can make a great drink! Sometimes I even ask them to invent something for me...I've never been disappointed. They also have sodas, pastries, chicken and tuna salad and snacks. The atmosphere and friendly staff make it great getaway! There's a thrift store attached too. I always find something I can't live without in there. read more

Dan C.

15 years ago

Great people, great drinks, great atmosphere. The staff is very friendly and courteous. The drinks are delicious, particularly the Holiday Hot Chocolate. It is a great space to get work done. read more

Jesica A.

8 years ago

Great customer service, great coffee, great food, and great vibe. This place is amazing, and you can get work done (what I do) or relax with group of friends (from what I've seen). Love it read more

Edwin B.

11 years ago

Excellent quality, authentic tapas at reasonable prices. Excellent sangria. Definitely make a trip here when you're!

C W.

4 years ago

The staff is always so friendly and welcoming.

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