Best Early-Morning Coffee Shops in Atlanta

Kirkwood, Atlanta

Kirkwood coffee bar featuring Blackwater Roasters from Seneca with espresso drinks and craft beer on tap

Virginia-Highland, Atlanta

30+ year Atlanta roaster crafting small-batch coffee on-site in their Virginia-Highland flagship location

Downtown Decatur, Atlanta

In-house roasted beans from ethically-sourced farms, crafted into espresso drinks and cold brew in rustic Downtown Decatur

Home Park, Atlanta

Lobby cafe delivering technically sound espresso with proper crema and velvety milk texture

Vinings, Atlanta

Bookstore cafe serving espresso drinks and specialty lattes in a curated retail space with outdoor seating

Midtown Atlanta, Atlanta

Florida roaster's Midtown outpost serving craft espresso alongside gelato and affogato pairings near Georgia Tech

Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta

Counter Culture espresso and pour-overs in an industrial-modern space with cocktails and small plates

Reynoldstown, Atlanta

Reynoldstown spot pouring Stumptown with meticulously maintained espresso equipment and thoughtful execution

Home Park, Atlanta

Shipping container micro-roastery crafting their own beans with outdoor seating in Home Park

Buckhead, Atlanta

Florida-born roaster bringing Farmhouse Blend espresso and single origins to Buckhead's Lenox district