Coffee Shops to Work or Study in Atlanta
Nothing beats a comfortable atmosphere with strong Wi-Fi and even stronger coffee to help tackle the workload. Luckily, Atlanta is home to several quaint coffee shops where many locals have become regulars. Browse the list below and discover your next go-to coffee spot for taking care of the day’s work.
404 Coffee
This quaint community cafe brings the love for coffee and Atlanta together in one place. Check off your to-do list in the intimate space as you munch away from the array of goodies and food items. Once you finish working hard you can play hard by participating in one of the many events this shop hosts after hours. Check out the website to stay in the loop.

Barnes & Noble at Georgia Tech
This classic bookseller chain offers an endless amount of options for your next read. Check out this popular Atlanta location where you can grab a warm coffee to enjoy while completing some tasks.
Other locations: Peachtree: 2900 Peachtree Road NW, No. 310; Cobb Parkway: 2952 Cobb Parkway SE
Brash Coffee
Brash is a bright cafe serving up craft coffee and roasting its own beans. Enjoy a warm (or iced) delight with baked goods to complete your next study session.
Other Locations: Atlanta History Center, 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW; The Veranda, 217 Buckhead Ave. NE

Buzz Coffee and Winehouse
Join the buzz and surround yourself with the positivity of art, culture and community at this popular coffee and wine house. Start your morning enjoying delicious coffee while you work, and take a break later in the day with a nice glass of wine.
Cafe Comma
Cafe Comma is a coffee spot that many consider a gem with its unique signature coffees and delicious bites. Cafe Comma also provides a clean modern space with chic decor and additional outdoor seating.

Chattahoochee Coffee Company
Whether you’re looking for a cozy atmosphere or picturesque views, both Chattahoochee Coffee Company locations provide the perfect environment for studying or working. Check out the Midtown location for an intimate vibe or visit the riverside location, open to the public Monday – Friday, for endless views to complement delicious coffee.
Other Location: Riverside: 2281 Akers Mill Road SE

Chrome Yellow Trading Co.
Whether you’re looking for a chill hangout or a productive hangout sesh, Chrome Yellow brings the perfect industrial-style vibe with an apparel shop to browse when your mind needs a break.
Corner Bakery
This cafe is an American chain known for specializing in pastries, bread and gourmet sandwiches to pair with fresh coffee. Grab a bite and a nice cup of coffee to enjoy while getting work done in the spacious dining area.
Other Locations: 3368 Peachtree Road NE, ; 6050 Peachtree Parkway, Suite 500, Peachtree Corners

Dancing Goats
Dancing Goats is a hot spot for coffee enthusiasts. Head to the location at Ponce City Market for a cool and laid-back hangout perfect for getting work done before grabbing lunch inside. All locations provide a community-focused environment with great space to read, study or get work done.
Other Locations: Midtown: 33 Peachtree Place NE; Buckhead: 3167 Peachtree Road

East Pole Coffee
This airy bar serves espresso and craft coffee with plenty of space to grab a seat and get some studying or work done.

Gather
This casual cafe specializes in delicious sandwiches and other bites to go with a warm cup of coffee. Located right in Grant Park this is a great location to grab a bite and stay a while to tackle your workload.
Hodgepodge Coffeehouse
Looking for craft coffee you can’t pass up? Nothing beats getting work done in a space that not only takes pride in its quality brews, but which also exudes a warm community feeling. At Hodgepodge you might go for the coffee, but you’ll end up staying for the vibes.
The James Room
You can work hard and play hard at this well-known gem. Spend the day working or studying in The James Room’s chic cafe before venturing to the speakeasy-styled lounge behind hidden doors once the clock strikes 5 p.m.

Kula Coffee Co
Known for its exceptional coffee experience, Kula Coffee Co. prides itself on connecting entrepreneurs in Atlanta with entrepreneurs in Rwanda. Enjoy a motivating environment for work while tasting richly brewed coffee.
Land of a Thousand Hills
With several locations, Land of a Thousand Hills is always a keeper when it comes to the perfect study or work location. Not only will you enjoy a nice cup of joe while being productive, your purchase also supports a network of Rwanda coffee farming communities.
Other Locations: Old Fourth Ward: 525 North Ave. NE, Suite 507; Midtown: 715 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 101
Perc Coffee
Working at this hip coffee shop comes with many “percs.” Fall in love with the house-roasted craft coffee, delicious pastries and chic vibe.
Other Location: 2380 Hosea L. Williams Drive NE, No. 3
Press and Grind
A rustic-modern neighborhood staple that serves coffee, drinks, pastries and sandwiches, Press and Grind invites you to head inside or dine outside for a calming atmosphere while taking care of work and satisfying your coffee cravings.
Prevail Union
Known for being an award-winning coffee roaster, Prevail Coffee brings delicious coffee to a stylish location in West Midtown. Whether you want to sit inside or on the chic patio, getting work done here will be a breeze.
The Read Shop
The Read Shop is a quintessential coffee shop that provides a charming setting that doubles as a bookstore. Stay a while and get work done or grab a book for a positive distraction from your to-do list.

Refuge Coffee Co.
Whether you need a place to sit after enjoying the High Museum of Art or need a peaceful setting to prop up your laptop and get some work done with a cup of coffee, Refuge Coffee Co is a great location.
Starbucks on Peachtree Road
You can never go wrong with a classic Starbucks run. Luckily, this Buckhead location offers the perfect atmosphere for grinding out a day of work.
Spiller Park Coffee
A staple for many Atlanta coffee lovers, Spiller Park is known for its quality coffee. Although there are multiple locations, the Toco Hills Shopping Center location is your best bet if you’re looking to stay a while and study.

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