The best cafes in DeKalb County

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“Waller's Coffee Shop pours Kaldi’s-roasted coffee (Dancing Goats on espresso, rotating single-origin on drip) and backs it up with a seriously good made-in-house biscuit.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, September 28, 2026

“Cool cafe serving espresso drinks in a bright, airy space.”

“When your day needs a gentle nudge, Banjo Coffee pours locally sourced coffee and espresso with real Southern charm, plus a lineup of breakfast staples and pastries. It feels relaxed, tastes dialed in, and even has cans and kegs if you’re stocking up.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, October 3, 2026

“Taproom Coffee hits that sweet spot between morning hustle and evening unwind, with well-crafted espresso, tasty pastries, and a few craft beers on tap. They source locally and lean into community with live music nights and Leashes and Lattes meetups featuring adoptable pups on first Saturdays.”

From the Mableton newsletter, September 13, 2026

“Gilly Brew Bar is re-imagining coffee culture with signature roasts and community vibes that actually feel like community. Swing through this week for coffee tastings or catch their wildly lovable #notacoffeecart at a day party, then bring home a bag like Marz or No Buzz Social Club.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, October 12, 2026

“Refuge Coffee Co. Clarkston pours genuinely good coffee and serves pastry happiness, but the best part is your latte powers paid job training for resettled refugees and immigrants. Swing by this week, grab a cup, and feel your caffeine habit do something kind for the neighborhood.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, October 6, 2026

“Cozy cafe serving coffee and tea drinks, plus pastries and eats like avocado toast.”