Portrait Coffee in West End, Atlanta opened its flagship cafe and roastery in 2023 as a Black-owned third-wave roaster sourcing directly from farmers.
Tip: Whole bean retail on the cafe counter. The Westside Beltline trail runs past the front door; subscription ships nationally.
Sources from: Ethiopia, Colombia, Kenya, Rwanda
How they serve: Espresso, Pourover, Whole bean retail, Subscription
Wild Heaven Beer West End in Atlanta's Lee + White complex runs a brewery and garden taproom with Georgia farm-winery pours alongside the beer.
Signature pour: Wild Heaven Hops Trippa IPA and Georgia wine flight
Wine focus: Georgia farm wineries and craft beer
Food: Eats restaurant menu, coffee and pastries from Notable Roasting
Tip: Beltline-adjacent patio runs an outdoor Emergency Drinking Bar. The Garden Club hosts live music; Notable Roasting opens early for coffee.
This Is It Southern Kitchen in Cascade and West End, Atlanta runs takeaway-counter soul food: fried chicken, ribs, wings and Southern sides since 1985.
Try: Wings and ribs
Tip: Drive-through and walk-up. The whole wings with a side of mac are the move. Multiple locations across Atlanta.