Local Guide To North Atlanta’s Best:
Coffee Shop Edition You deserve more than a list of places to go. You deserve a true insider’s lens into the communities you live in, love, or are considering calling home.
Courtesy of The Aspire Team Your Local Real Estate & Lifestyle Experts
Meet The Aspire Team, Your Personal Guides to
North Atlanta's Best
52 Years Calling North Atlanta Home
27 Coffee Shops Personally Vetted
150+ Families Served in Real Estate Career
$60M+ Volume Sold in Real Estate Career
"Behind this publication are two real estate professionals who know that finding the right home isn’t just about square footage and floor plans. It’s about lifestyle, connection, and the everyday moments that shape how you live." You deserve more than a list of places to go. You deserve a true insider’s lens into the communities you live in, love, or are considering calling home. That’s exactly why our Local Guide to North Atlanta’s Best was created. Alicia Maddox brings four years of real estate expertise supported by a successful career as a Business Development Executive in the hotel industry. Her work with new construction and move-up buyers, paired with accolades like the ICON Award and top 5% ranking at her former brokerage, reflect her commitment to guiding clients with thoughtfulness and precision. Living in Vickery Village, Alicia is deeply rooted in her community, which is why she loves helping you discover the local experiences, cultural gems, makers, events, and stories that make an area feel truly like home. When she’s not advising clients, she’s traveling, hosting gatherings, or spending time with her dogs, Ralph and Ren. Ashley Mayer offers seven years of real estate experience shaped by an entrepreneurial and creative background, from owning a wedding makeup business to building a strong career in new construction corporate sales. Specializing in new construction and relocation, she brings a top-performer’s eye for detail and a passion for helping you find not just a house, but a lifestyle that matches who you are. Living in Peachtree Corners with her spouse and pets, Ashley channels her love for coffee, fitness, and digital media into uncovering the people, places, and experiences that make each pocket of Atlanta unique. Together, Alicia and Ashley built The Local Edit to give you a curated, thoughtful guide to living well, whether that means discovering your next Sunday ritual, learning about local creators, exploring new developments, or finding the neighborhood that feels like “you.” Rooted in real estate but inspired by the way you live, our Local Guide blends community insight with lifestyle exploration, helping you connect with the places that shape your story.
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Your Local Guide To North Atlanta's Best Coffee Shop Edition
Warm Waves
Le Bon Nosh
Alpharetta & Suwanee
Buckhead
A bright, laid-back café serving thoughtfully crafted coffee, fresh pastries, and coastal-inspired vibes.
An elevated, French-inspired café known for beautiful interiors, artisanal pastries, and a perfect client-meeting atmosphere.
Café Vendôme
Land of a Thousand Hills
Sandy Springs & Brookhaven
Roswell & Multiple Atlanta Locations
A French bakery and café serving beautiful pastries, espresso classics, and elegant interiors.
An ethical café serving African-sourced coffee with a heart for global impact.
Bloom Roadside
TBB 122
Milton
Alpharetta
A drive-up café serving specialty coffee, pastries, and grab-and-go breakfast favorites.
A modern bakery café serving fresh breads, pastries, and quality espresso in a polished setting.
Aspire Team Signature Pick: Valor: Alpharetta & Dunwoody A modern roastery known for smooth espresso, thoughtfully sourced beans, and warm, minimalist design. Try their vanilla Iced coffee with splash of half & half, one of our favorites.
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Aspire Team Signature Pick: Beignets & Brews: Alpharetta A New Orleans-inspired café serving fresh beignets, specialty coffee, and indulgent seasonal drinks.Try their Cookie Butter Latte + mini beignets a team favorite.
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Your Local Guide To North Atlanta's Best Coffee Shop Edition
Summit Coffee Brookhaven, Dunwoody, Emory Village, Roswell & Sandy Springs
Sucré at The Forum Brookhaven, Peachtree Corner & Woodstock
A warm neighborhood café serving specialty coffee and creating space for community connection.
A French-inspired dessert café serving beautiful pastries and espresso classics.
Rushing Trading Co.
Alchemist Trading Co
Johns Creek & Sugar Hill
Johns Creek
A neighborhood café offering strong espresso, fresh pastries, and local charm.
A refined specialty café focused on thoughtfully sourced beans and elevated brewing.
Sessions Stand
Café Intermezzo
Marietta
Alpharetta, Dunwoody & Midtown
A modern walk-up coffee stand offering carefully crafted espresso and seasonal drinks.
A European-style dessert café offering espresso, wine, and an expansive pastry menu.
Your Local Guide To North Atlanta's Best Coffee Shop Edition
The Chastain
The Nest Café
Chastain Park
Alpharetta, Johns Creek & Milton
A stylish café and market offering coffee, wine, and casual bites with neighborhood charm.
A cozy, community-focused café with specialty coffee, fresh pastries, and inviting interiors.
Myth & Legend
Pop’s Coffee Co.
Cumming & Johns Creek
Roswell
A fantasy-themed coffee shop serving creative specialty drinks in an immersive atmosphere.
A family-friendly coffee shop offering creative seasonal drinks and classic café staples.
Giulia Italian Bakery
Café Blue
Peachtree Corners
Duluth
A Latin-inspired bakery offering fresh breads, pastries, and rich coffee drinks.
A bright café serving specialty coffee, breakfast bites, and relaxed social energy.
Aspire Team Signature Pick: Bar Bremio: Atlanta Located inside the FOURTH Hotel & Social Club, enjoy coffee and pastries inspired by Italy in the mornings and an Italian aperitivo in the evening. Salute!
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Your Local Guide To North Atlanta's Best Coffee Shop Edition
Café Comma Sandy Springs & Vinings
Tuesday Coffee Marietta
Café Comma, aptly named a pause between busy daily life. Offers a gourmet coffee experience in a calm atmosphere.
Family owned and serving seasonal bites with specialty coffee. The unique retail items are a must see as well.
Café Lavande
Laylo Café
Milton
Chamblee
French meets Persian at Cafe Lavande. A unique blend of Persian flavors and style.
The croissants and desserts are delicate and modern, paired with smooth and balanced roasted in-house coffee.
One Day in Paris
Whitetail Coffee Co.
Alpharetta
Milton
French-inspired bistro, featuring a wine & cocktail bar, coffee & boulangerie. Where every moment feels unmistakably Parisian.
A unique coffee house that includes a bicycle shop. Grab a coffee, latte, tea, and a pastry while you peruse the bike shop.
Your Local Guide To North Atlanta's Best Coffee Shop Edition
Paris Baguette Atlanta, Alpharetta, Buford, Dunwoody & Peachtree Corners
The Café at Scottsdale Farms Milton
Serving up expertly crafted baked and brewed goods.
Is is more than a plant nursery, it's where you can also enjoy coffee, seasonal dishes, and fresh baked goods.
Fellows Café
Cuddlefish
Roswell
Chamblee
Fellows is a destination breakfast and brunch cafe inspired by the global travels.
The croissants and desserts are delicate and modern, paired with smooth and balanced roasted in-house coffee.
Mend Coffee & Goods
Recuerdos
Buckhead
Atlanta
An accessibility-first coffee shop and community hub where everyone has a seat at the table.
Located inside Barana this cafe highlights exceptional Mexican coffee drinks, and don't miss their breakfast.
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JESSICA SMITH “I cannot recommend Alicia enough!! It was perfect timing when we bumped into her at our fave coffee shop & told her we were thinking about moving. From prepping our home to sell, to the open house weekend, to the OVER ASK offers we got…..it was all FLAWLESS. Then, with her expertise and knowledge, we found our DREAM home and beat out many other offers. We are forever grateful for Alicia and how amazing she’s been to us during AND AFTER the process. We love you!”
BRITANY & JUSTIN “As an out of state buyer looking to purchase our first home in Georgia, anxiety was through the roof… that is, until we found you. From the very first video call to being handed the keys to our home, you put us at ease with the utmost professionalism, communication, and attention to detail. It made all the difference in the world to have someone local who knows the market and someone we could trust to do onsite walk-throughs and inspections when our schedules wouldn’t allow us to be in-person. We are truly grateful for everything you have done to help us get settled in Georgia.”
MEGAN PATERSON “I can’t say enough amazing things about Alicia. We had an incredible selling and buying/building experience. Alicia brings so many creative ideas to the process and really molded it to what our family needed. She was so on top of communication which is huge for me and she did just an impeccable job for us. I highly recommend her!”
MITCH & VALERIE “Ashley is an exceptional realtor! As out-of-state buyers, we appreciated her patience throughout our home search. We never felt pressured or rushed. She listened carefully to our needs, offered thoughtful guidance, and always made us feel heard and supported. When we decided to build, Ashley was invaluable. She helped with contracts, communicated with the builder, protected our interests, and responded promptly to every call, text, and email. Her expertise with amendments and closing strategies gave us complete peace of mind. Having purchased four homes, we can confidently say Ashley is the best realtor we have worked with. She is sharp, engaged, thoughtful, patient, and professional. We highly recommend her!”
HEATHER SMITH “Thank you for being my guide on this home buying journey. You have helped me so much in these last eight months and I will forever be grateful for it. I would not have gotten here today without you, your time, communication, and persistence are greatly appreciated. I’m so happy to be buying this home and it’s all thanks to you. I wish you and your family all the happiness in the world.”
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