Aurora Coffee

08/14/03

Indie coffeehouse mixes urban design with serious java moxie.

by Contributor at Citysearch

The Scene
This likeable local coffeehouse offers a mix of funky industrial design, basic coffeehouse comforts (newspapers, just enough space to camp out) and consistently excellent coffees and coffee beverages. Service can be on the grumpy side, especially early in the morning. But who really cares about smiling faces before that first cup?

The Food
Don't come to Aurora expecting to find coffee gadgetry or consistent baked goods. Do come for the coffee. Aurora's three Atlanta locations run rings around the national chain representatives. Look for top-notch espresso shots or simple drip brews; lattes are particularly good. A pre-work cup of one of the daily specials will still be giving you heart palpitations well past lunch.