Always has the best Caramel Frappe, perfect for the warmer weather we've been having. Always love coming by here when I can. read more

Refuge Coffee - Caramel frappe, doesn't last long, so good I suck it down quick. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clarkston, Georgia

Oh, what's that you got in your hand there? My heart? Ouch! Ok-ok. Take my money. ***** I'm a sucker for non-profits that incorporate business models to generate consistent streams of revenue. So when I took a meeting at Refuge Coffee, I hard-core geeked-out/ opened my stone-cold heart (especially since I'm the child of refugees) and happily endured Atlanta's Hunger Games-like traffic. (Let's be honest. Atlanta's traffic is way more ruthless than the Hunger Games. This is not a fair comparison.) The establishment mainly consists of a large food-truck--that serves coffee, of course--and a small building behind it where they operate store their supplies. They also have seating for patrons and local art there, too. For my subsistence, I ordered an Americano, which only comes in a medium sized cup. It rejuvenated me so I could finish the week strong. And where did my money go? Oh, what's that you say? Providing employment and job opportunities to refugees? Offering a welcoming space for the good people of Clarkston and co? Creating a better Atlanta? Can-I-get-a... ***Pause.*** JUST TAKE MY MONEY! (***Jon whips out credit card and purchases $20 t-shirt, which has a disapproving v-neck but buys it anyway.***) Refuge Coffee -- I love you. I appreciate the work that y'all do. And I'll buy your unpretentious, non-hipster coffee any day of the week. We're all in this together. =) read more

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After running the Refuge Coffee 5K, instead of chugging water, I decided to stand in line at the coffee truck for an iced latte. The guy working the register was friendly and took my order quickly. For $4ish dollars, my latte tasted pretty normal, nothing too mind-blowing. However, it was tasty and your money goes to a good cause and some good people! Since there were so many people hanging around after the 5K race, I didn't venture to the seating area since I figured it was packed. I didn't come on a usual day so I'm not sure of the usual crowd, but today, Refuge Coffee was popping! It reminds me of a popular brewery, with a great atmosphere. And I know I'm stealing this word from Jonathan T's review, but the first word that comes to mind here is unpretentious, and honestly, that's how good coffee should really be. If you're ever in the Clarkston area looking for a good time and some good coffee, Refuge Coffee is the place to go! read more

If you're not looking for Refuge Coffee Co, you most likely will miss it. In fact I was at a red light searching for coffee, and when I noticed Refuge was 0.1 mi away, I had to turn around to drive on in. When I stopped in I got a medium coffee ($2.25) and one sambusa ($2), which is a deep fried, flakely triangle stuffed with spices and flavors that i've never had, but i'm happy I have now. Mostly savory, slightly sweet, the pastry was a nice compliment to the coffee. Speaking of the coffee, at Refuge the coffee has a distinct flavor that you wont get from any other store i've found, which is a good thing. Rich flavor, strong, delicious smell, and an independent food truck. There's actually no store here. Just a food truck that sits on an empty lot, which is part of the charm. There's a couple of entrances/exits to the lot, and as the lot is at the corner of ponce de leon ave and Market street (red light), if there is traffic, it wont be for long. Swing by and get a cup of coffee, or catch them at the next food truck convention! It's definitely worth it! read more

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Refuge Coffee Co is the real deal, a hidden gem in Clarkston. The coffee is very good, and they offer a range of other drinks, some cold - some hot - to suit everyone's taste. In addition, they try new flavor combos and offer special drinks periodically. This is a great place to hang out or meet up with friends, as there's plenty of both inside and outside seating in a casual and comfortable atmosphere. Plus the added bonus that this business works to help our refugee brethren learn a new business and new skills. Highly recommend! read more

Great place to chill and have a nice cup of Joe! Wish some local bands would come thru !!

I love having a coffee shop near my house! And Refuge Coffee serves fantastic coffee -- but also neighborliness and an excellent cause, to boot. At first it may not be much to look at -- a bright red coffee truck in the parking lot of an old garage. The coffee is excellent, and it is served carefully and well. If you want teas, they have them, and don't pass up the ginger sodas - -fresh and home-made, and full of ginger! Ahmad and Caleb are wonderful, and I know that as new baristas move into the truck, they will be equally careful and good. If you like, you can sit outside; there's tables and shade; games for the kids, and lots of places where you can stash your bike or sit with your canine, large or small. (If you see a largish Great Pyrenees, that's GingerBear.) Inside, the garage space has been transformed into a relaxing, homey, funky atmosphere. Imagine your favorite sofa, the one you love to curl up on and read or just hang out on -- the one that may be a little too shabby now but is so comfortable and welcoming that you don't care. That's the whole interior of Refuge. There's free WiFi if you want to hang out and work or surf. Plus, there's local art, and notices for community events. More than great coffee (a good friend is a coffee snob, and SHE loves the coffee), Kitti Murray and her staff serve up community. The service is good -- folks who have moved here in search of a better life, learning English skills, who are my neighbors. The unassuming space partners with Square Mile Gallery and hosts community events -- cultural awareness days, Ramadan iftar potlucks and dances, art openings, celebrations Just Because. It has become a true community hub, with an awesome mural by local artist Shannon Willow adding beauty to the space (painted by her AND community members!). In truth, coffee is one of those items I have rarely bothered to buy by the cup before -- I watch my money carefully, and I can make my own better and less expensively than I can buy it. But I drop by Refuge Coffee at least once a week, when time permits. It is just that good. This place is not just a coffee shop: it is a true experience. read more

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I love this mobile coffee shop located in the heart of Clarkston. I usually get a caramel frappe with whipped cream but they have a lot more options than I expected. The community pantry just steps away is a thoughtful and much needed addition to the neighborhood. I see small children able to get what they need regardless of their family's financial ability. This coffee shop is a staple for the Clarkston community. read more

Incredible 1st experience at this lovely, delicious nonprofit coffee house staffed by refugees, beautifully reflecting the multicultural Clarkston community. Coffee and chai tea were both yummy crafted by immigrants as they transition to life in Atlanta. Go support this place! Additionally, enjoyed Sofar Sounds Atlanta - a unique, pop up musical experience with location revealed the day prior and musicians a surprise on site. We enjoyed sounds from Adrian, Team Abyss.... Beautiful voices and spoken word. Great time had by all! read more

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I love this place, and the staff are always friendly. I just wish they would upgrade their internet connection and/or wifi router (not sure which is their bottleneck). The internet is essentially unusable most days. I would love to be able to do a little work while I enjoy my coffee. read more

I love coming here to catch up with friends, or coming with my laptop to work alongside some great coffee. But by far my favorite things here are 1) the community vibes with staff and other patrons and 2) how wonderfully dog friendly this cafe is! I so appreciate that. The drinks are also wonderful, including the speciality drinks! read more

The Refuge Coffee Company is a non-profit organization that helps to serve the Clarkston community. Spotted Refuge Coffee Company on Food Truck Tuesdays at the Cobb Galleria Offices and I had to try them out. I ordered the Iced Hibiscus Tea (16 oz.) and it was good. It was a bit too sweet for my liking, but it was still good, fruity, and refreshing for a hot summer day. The prices are great as well. For my 16 ounce tea, it was only $2.50. Cheaper than Starbucks! I am looking forward to trying their other drinks and coffees the next time I see them on Tuesdays. read more

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Awesome experience! Cool location Quality service And great coffee that costs less than Starbucks! I ordered a vanilla & Mocha frappe. It was gooood and the perfect fix for this Atlanta heat! read more

Good coffee. Cool atmosphere. Great cause. A just stop if you're in Atlanta. Parking can be a bit tricky due to location

Hidden gem in the Clarkston Community ! Refuge Coffee is packed with so much culture, ambiance and COFFEE! I definitely recommend this place for all that it has to offer and the mission that supports the foundation ! read more

Hi! So my first impression of this place is "wow, this is chill". Then I walked up to the spot. First I walked by the shop that sell shirts and cups/mugs? Then into the lounging area where I found a wifi password with many tables and chairs. No air conditioning since this spot catch all the nice breezes in the 95 degree weather. Maybe a perfect spot to study? I moved on to purchase a coffee from a red truck. Everything was impressive until I tasted my iced coffee. I find it a bit water down in taste and effectiveness. Perhaps, other items on the menu is good? Ultimately, I came here for coffee and I chose a medium iced coffee with almond milk and no sweetener for $3 bucks and it so happened to be very mediocre to my taste buds. read more

Refuge Coffee - Medium iced coffee sweating right outside of the shop and lounge - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clarkston, Georgia

The coffee was delicious and their mission is pure. It is a win-win scenario! Check it out to see for yourself!

Great discovery! I saw somebody wearing a Refuge Coffee T-shirt at Porchfest and decided to check the place out. Good coffee, a tasty croissant, pleasant space to hang out, and a great mission: what's not to like? I'll be back. read more

Great coffee for a great cause, I can't imagine giving this place fewer than 5 stars. We visited for the first time during an event so the place was understandably packed but even with two lines, they were constantly churning out orders and we managed to order and get our drinks in about 5-10 minutes. I'm not a fan of cold coffee but the weather was so hot that day I knew I'd melt if I got a hot latte so I took the risk and got an iced one, which turned out to be delicious! Unlike every other place I tried, this one actually still tasted like coffee that hadn't been watered down. I didn't see any of the pastries I'd seen pictured here and I didn't miss them because of the delicious international food vendors had for sale but I'll definitely come back and look for their pastries next time I come for coffee. read more

I'm a fan of Refuge Coffee and Co! They have a cute trailer out front and you get very basic coffee but the taste and flavor is really good. If you want it sweeter you can always pour in more liquid sugar. I ordered an iced caramel latte and the flavor and taste was delicious. Overall, I would recommend. read more

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I loved my experience at this coffee shop! I really enjoyed the ambiance and since the social distancing between tables. It was a nice place to get some work done. There is parking available right next to the trucks. I got a chocolate croissant and an iced chai latte and both were delicious! read more

While volunteering at the IRC, my group and I took a pitstop here. I love the unique and inspiring story that lies behind this business. The staff was phenomenal and my chai tea latte was fantastic for a chilly, winter day. This will be my first stop when I come back to the Atlanta area! read more

Refuge Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clarkston, Georgia

When we first saw this place, I was a little skeptical, but WOW! The coffee is delicious, bathrooms...not the best, but the seating...so much, there is I utside/inside, perfect place to study if you're in school. Best of all, you are helping a refuge family make a fresh start here in Georgia. Great coffee and a Nobel cause...all I can say is I wish I lived closer, and look forward to stopping on my way out of town. read more

So many tables for outdoor seating, love it! Easy social distancing. Order at the truck. Very delicious caramel frap.

They never disappoint! Lattes are amazing. Friendly service! Delicious pastries! Definitely one of my favorite coffee companies in Atlanta!!! read more

I loved visiting this little coffee shop! I was in Georgia in alternative spring break to do some refugee work, and our hosting organization rented this place out for a night so that we could have a Trivia Game Night, and it's such a cute location. It's no frills, but has a cool vibe to it that makes it feel like a great hang out spot. read more

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It's a place where you can chat with the locals of Clarkston, GA! And oh I tried one of their pastries!! And it was not overly sweet just perfect. The coffees are great too. I usually order lattes. read more

Stopped in for a quick coffee before a long roadtrip. He had a small black and I had a cappuccino with almond milk. The vibe is very zen, some locals meditating under the shade of the old covered gas pumps and the hipsters typing away inside the converted garage bays. Believe the reviews, this gem is worth the stop for a delicious cup o' joe. read more

Refuge Coffee - The zen vibe of this drive up coffe stop includes an incredible mural on the adjacent wall of a.community center. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Clarkston, Georgia

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Great spot and a place we visit every time we are in the area for work. Both tea and espresso drinks are solid. We love the basic coffee, lattes and the iced hibiscus tea. read more

Truly cannot say enough good things about Refuge Coffee Company- aside from making a mean mocha and an almond milk latte that stands out as one of the best in Atlanta, the company itself is just incredible. I love that they're fearlessly committed to providing opportunities for and employing refugees, in addition to bettering the international community in Atlanta. And bonus! The truck can be rented for special events to provide that much-needed caffeine jolt for your next party or gathering. For reference, I work at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and we were fortunate enough to have Refuge provide coffee for all night-shift staff over Daylight Savings weekend in the fall. I'll absolutely be searching them out for future coffee runs- the product and company can't be beat! read more

Good coffee, great baristas, and an incredible cause! I love Refuge Coffee Co. because their mission goes way beyond just making a good cup of joe. They not only provide craft coffee to the area but also provide jobs and financial assistance to many of the refugees living in the area. How awesome is that?! The ambiance of their home base location is very relaxed and encourages open conversation between patrons. I live in Midtown Atlanta and frequently drive through rush-hour traffic to enjoy a great cup of coffee at Refuge. Highly recommended!! read more

Great coffee, tasty croissants, fantastic service, and amazing cause. They have fun game nights and community events too. Look out for the red truck on E. Ponce De Leon Ave across from Ni Auto Shop. read more

So to be completely honest I don't really come here for the drinks! They're definitely way better than Starbucks and other big coffee shop chains, but I think I enjoy this place because the interior is so open, bright, and spacious, and I absolutely love the Clarkston area. The cause and mission of this organization is so admirable and I'd come here time and time again to support it! read more

This place was so good and super cool! So glad I stumbled upon it. Not open on Sunday but we ALL need a day off! I highly recommend

Good coffee, great mission. Thoroughly satisfied with the drip coffee and latte I bought here. read more

Yummy coffee at a great price and for a great cause. Wonderful customer-service be wonderful people. I could come here everyday.

Today, I made my first visit to Refuge Coffee Company in Clarkston. I was with a group from First Presbyterian Church in Atlanta who visited Clarkston to learn more about this city which has been called "the Ellis Island of the South." There were plenty of sitting areas both indoors and outdoors. I enjoyed a wonderful breakfast bun along with chai tea (I ordered my bun hot, and my tea cold)! I very much enjoyed both. Refuge Coffee was quite busy while we were there, and I can certainly see why. I will definitely return, both to support this enterprise AND to enjoy the good food and drinks. read more

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Really a good cause. The coffee is great and the sistersfrom Somalia and Ethiopia brew a good cup. One of the great refugee enntrepener places in the area read more

An amazing coffee shop that supports a great cause! I'd been wanting to stop by the Refuge Coffee full-time site after previously visiting the mobile truck when it was close to my office. My mom and I stopped by while in Clarkston, and really enjoyed our visit. I ordered a Chai Tea Latte, which was delicious and my mom ordered their famous Iced Hibiscus Tea. Prices are reasonable (Certainly cheaper than Starbucks) and the friendly staff was attentive and helpful. Even better is knowing that by purchasing a cup of coffee or tea, you're supporting job training, mentorship and a living wage that Refuge Coffee provides to recently settled refugees. They also have Wi-Fi, a restroom located towards the back of the building and an indoor seating area. read more

Whoa! The coffee here is awesome! I finally made it to the truck, and I'm so glad I did. I got there right when they were making fresh coffee and boy was it worth the wait. Also, the people that work there are super friendly. Great place for a quick cup of really really good coffee. I'll definitely go back again and again. read more

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