Portrait Coffee

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2025-03-22

This place, hands down, has the best coffee! Starbucks, who?? Haha! I live on the southside, and this was worth the 20-minute drive to support a locally-owned, black small biz. I'll definitely be back!

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2024-12-10

Portrait Coffee is an absolute gem and well worth the 30-minute drive I make at least once a week. The baristas are so friendly, knowledgeable, and always eager to offer suggestions—whether it’s about retail items, food, or drinks. I also appreciate how excited they are when I ask for "for-here" serveware; it’s a small but meaningful detail that you don’t see at most coffee shops. The shop itself is beautifully designed with a flow that just makes sense. As someone who works in commercial design, I often notice when retail space don’t prioritize customer experience, but Portrait gets it right. The seating options are varied and comfortable, ranging from soft seating to high backs and banquettes, making it a great spot to linger. And the coffee? Incredible. My go-to is a cortado, which lets me really taste the bean and decide if I want to explore a specialty drink. Every drink I’ve had here has been a hit. Today, I tried the Butler, and it absolutely blew me away. But the magic doesn’t stop there—the pastries are AH-MAZING! Colette, a local bakery, provides them, and you cannot go wrong with their specialty danish or the cinny bun. Both are worth the trip alone. Lastly, do yourself a favor and buy some merch! If you’re hesitant, start with a candle. Their candles burn clean, have an awesome throw, and leave my home smelling heavenly. Okay, enough. I promise I don’t work for or have any affiliation with Portrait Coffee, but they invited me to leave a review, and I had to do them justice. This place is more than just a coffee shop—it’s an experience. Highly recommend!

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2024-10-02

This Black-owned coffee shop in West End is a hidden gem—both aesthetically pleasing and a wonderful surprise. I never imagined seeing a coffee shop in this area, especially knowing what this area looked like while growing up down the street. The coffee and service were excellent, and it’s the perfect spot for working remotely with fast Wi-Fi and a great atmosphere. Get there early for a table. The artwork throughout the shop captures the essence of Atlanta’s evolving scene while staying true to its roots. This place has quickly become one of my favorite coffee spots in the city.