Banjo Coffee

Banjo is the cutest little coffee shop in Avondale Estates! Their staff is always so personal and kind and really love getting to know their customers. Their menu not only includes delicious coffee but also amazing foods- my favorite being their classic breakfast burrito, which I could eat any time of day. While their inside space has limited seating, on a beautiful day, their outside patio is the place to be. Thankful for local shops like Banjo. 💛

These lovely beings provide such a chill atmosphere for the neighborhood. Looking forward to millennial karaoke ;) The cortado with a splash of oat milk is my favorite, but it was fun to add in chocolate cherry when I was there the other day. The first sip straight up tasted like drinking a thick hot chocolate with dark cherry undertones... not sweet but more like dark chocolate cherry bitter, yum. I also order the biscuit with egg,chz, and veggie sausage OR the burrito with veggie sausage, no chz, no beans &aoli on the side, often.. can't go wrong! Oh! And the pastries are also Divine!

Over the last three days, we probably hit this coffee shop more than eight times since it was the closest spot to our training. Every single time I ordered the same drink—a cortado—sometimes hot, sometimes iced. And every time, it was spot-on: perfect consistency, rich flavor, not drowned in milk. When I asked for an iced cortado, they made it without hesitation, no pushback at all. In other places, I’ve had baristas try to swap it for an iced flat white or cappuccino, but here they just did exactly what I asked for, which I really appreciated. Can’t say anything about the food since we didn’t order any pastries or meals, but the staff was super friendly, polite, and easy to talk to. They even remembered names, which was a nice touch. The vibe overall was great—chill spot to sit down, read, work, or just hang out with friends. It’s definitely not a grab-and-go type place. You can actually slow down and enjoy your coffee in a really nice atmosphere.

Best veggie sausage, egg, and cheese biscuit I’ve had anywhere! All the coffee and tea drinks are top tier. The pastries are all locally made or made in store. They are so delicious! Literally everything is good here. The staff is friendly and helpful. The perfect coffee shop.

I love this spot! I’ve gotten the avocado toast with eggs (huge portion, maybe split?) and I’ve also gotten the breakfast burrito before. My favorite drink is the iced chai latte and I love the iced vanilla latte too. The baristas are always so friendly, and the ambience is great! There’s outdoor seating too. It is on the pricier side but it’s a good ethical cafe.

I wanted to write a review for the Banjo Coffee that is 4+ years in the making, simply because they are such an awesome business and deserve it! We've been in Avondale since 2021 and are relocating out of the state in January. Without a doubt Banjo is the #1 Avondale business we will dearly miss. When we moved to Avondale in 2021, Banjo became an immediate staple. I couldn't begin to even guess how many times we've stopped in; multiple times a week and on some occasions multiple times per day. The quality of their coffee has always been consistently excellent, I'll be dreaming of their cold brew for years to come. The staff has been attentive, friendly and experienced. Banjo gets swamped with customers on the weekends, but the team has processes in place to handle the volume & they do it cohesively. Special shoutout to Nick & Gwen, they've been there for a long time and have always been pleasant folks to chat with when I stop in. I do not know the owner's name, but I recognize her and she has always been super nice when we've conversed. The location is perfect. With Avondale chugging along with additional development, I know Banjo will continue to represent their brand across Avondale while making a positive impact on the community. Thanks for all the awesome business and even better coffee, Banjo team! We will be coming in as much as possible before we move out in January :) - Scott & Becca

Extremely disappointing. Bad coffee masquerading as good. Draft cold brew served with ice...I wouldn't expect that with beer or wine, and I don't expect it with coffee. Unadvertised low fat or no fat biscuits spoiled even the yummy Pine Street pork😬 $34 later...next time I'll pick McDonald's. There are some great coffee shops nearby but this ain't one of em. On a positive note the place has a great vibe and a beautiful minimalist display of a single banjo on the wall behind the counter. If you like a cool local place to visit but don't care about coffee, then this is it!

Cute little coffee shop with indoor and outdoor seating. Indoor seating is limited (4-5 small tables i think), but there are elec outlets for connecting a device to work at. They make good Lattes, which was the only thing I tasted.

3.8/5 Food: Found this place on Yelp and just had to try! I had the chicken chorizo burrito and the cinnamon roll w/ the vanilla bourbon latte w/ oat milk. My partner had the breakfast biscuit with bacon and the butterfly lavender latte. The vanilla bourbon latte was pretty good, I would definitely get it again and add a lil more flavoring. The burrito was just okay, very oily (ruined my top and pants) and I wasn't a fan of how minced the meat was. My partner thoroughly enjoyed his biscuit but wished they gave jam with it, but he did not like his drink. I had to go in and ask for some simple syrup on the side to go into it. So heads up, order sweetener or flavoring for the latte. Service: Since it was busy, all the workers were working hard but did pay attention to requests when asked. The cashier was very helpful when ordering, and even sold me the last cinnamon roll in the display case when I asked for one (which was really good warmed). Ambiance/Parking: It's a really cute, small cafe with minimal sitting inside and out. The parking lot has limited spaces but there is street parking on the side of the building. Overall: I would come back and try the breakfast biscuit and the lavender honey latte next.

Things you should know: I. PARKING There's a free private parking lot in front of the business; however, parking is very limited. If you cannot find a space out front, try parking on the street (Locust St), left of the building. II. SERVICE Timely III. QUALITY The coffee was perfect. I had an Americano and it was pleasantly acidic and dense. Their cappuccino was also ratioed well. Atmosphere-wise? The interior is great. Except.. Everywhere I go I have to inevitably use the bathroom.. I wish I didn't have to use theirs. The floor was wet. The only accessible toilet paper was thrown on the back of the toilet seat and not in the holder bin. It looked as if they were in the process of renovating it but it was still incomplete with blue tape everywhere. It just didn't feel clean. Hope it improves. IV. CAPACITY The place was filled on a weekday morning up until noon, then the crowd started dying down.

This quaint and cute coffee shop makes big flavor and luxurious drinks. When you enter the space, it is small and warm. You're likely going to find people enjoying their sips and sitting around talking. It's that kind of coffee shop. I ordered the butterfly lavender latte with oatmilk and it was so pretty I actually had to take a pic. It was nice and warm and the right amount of frothy. Next time I order it, I'm going to make sure I get it extra hot (for my personal palette). I also ordered a biscuit sandwich with bacon. It was soft and yummy and tasty. Make sure you visit. You won't regret it at all.

I had a lavender latte. It tasted delicious and I was able to enjoy it on the large outdoor patio. Friendly service and was able to use my cup!

I was really impressed with my visit to Banjo Coffee. I tried three different drinks. Their espresso was strong with hints of chocolate notes, and I really enjoyed it. Their nitro cold brew is one of the best I've ever had, and was so good that I tried their nitro cold brew dirty chai, which is a typical dirty chai made with cold brew instead of espresso. It wasn't as good as the plain cold brew to me, but I still really enjoyed it. The baristas were pleasant, and the outdoor space is nice. My only negative would be that they have minimal space inside if weather is uncooperative.

Cute little coffee shop right across from the farmers market. Prices were a little high but my salted caramel was coffee was really good and not too sweet. They have a really good espresso machine in there and they have some seating but it's a bit of a tight fit.

I love their iced lavender honey latte and breakfast burrito ;with bacon). The burrito comes within an amazing salsa verde on the side the customer service is wonderful.

Came here to try their coffee and eat some breakfast. I ordered the bourbon vanilla latte which tasted great and was just sweet enough without being too much! I also got the breakfast burrito with bacon and it was delicious and very filling! It comes with a side of salsa verde which is also very tasty. Definitely want to come back again to try other things. Parking is very limited and seating inside is also.

I stopped by to venture in the community as a new mom with a new baby. Dropped in mid day on a Tuesday. The parking lot is limited but I had no issue with parking. The cafe is cute and quaint. There are a few seats in and outside but I took my latte to go. Service was nice and friendly. I had an iced vanilla latte with almond milk. Very tasty but severely overpriced which I was prepared for. The drink however was VERY good. It's good to note that the kitchen closes at 1. Docking one star because although it's tasty it's overpriced but expected. I paid $8 for a large drink but it's the size of a small. Just be prepared for that, I'll likely return at some point

We went close to closing time but very cute place. They have outdoor seating. Baristas were nice and helpful. I have the Lavender Honey Latte, wish it had more Lavender but still delicious.

Great place when walking the beltline. Service is great and the coffee was yummy. They had a water bowl for pet on the side as well for your pups / fur buddies. There is not any seating but the truck is right beside the park so if you're already headed there it's a great snack/drink stop. There is an area you can sit, there's an landscape area with a brick wall at a hight most adults can reach.

Order was wrong. Dirty chai tasted like chemicals and was waaaaaaay too strong. Espresso was burnt. Very syrupy and waaaaay too sweet. Pass. Not worth it for $8 a drink. This is not a serious coffee shop.

Great location!! Great people!! Great coffee!! The ambiance was perfect. I love how they are engaged with the community.

This is my favorite coffee shop near me. I do like Dancing Goats but this is actually closer and I love their lavender honey and bourbon vanilla lattes! And breakfast burritos! Coming from Colorado, I miss breakfast burritos and they're not as popular here in Georgia. These burritos are house made. I like bacon burritos because bacon, duh. Even if there's a line, it goes pretty quickly and the staff are always friendly.

I've been here ample of times, it's in a great location. I can't say I'm impressed with their coffee since it had been a hot or miss one too many times. They have indoor and outdoor seating. They offer free wifi and it's a great spot to work for a couple of hours. They also have a selection of bottled beverages, pastries, etc. the ambiance is cool and hip. The service is fast and what I appreciate the most is that you can bring your own container for the coffee. They have limited parking.

Loved the vibes of this place! It was very lively and cozy. Lots of people were coming in and out when I was here. The people working here were also very friendly. I ordered their nitro chai cold brew because I thought it was so unique! I also hadn't had nitro cold brew in a while. To be honest, I was a little disappointed. The nitro cold brew didn't have the creaminess that I would typically expect from something on tap. It was also a little too sweet for me, but that is personal preference. Overall, the taste was okay, but again, I was missing the creaminess of a nitro

This place is my go to. I am not a Starbucks girl so this place fulfills my needs best. The menu is very tasty and you can tell real baristas are at work. I also like the healthier options for those with restrictions. The pastries are always so rich and yummy. The staff is like your friendly neighborhood vibe. Don't forget to get a stamp card so you can earn free beverages after so many visits. Parking tricky but there's additional space on the back or left side of the building.

I wasn't able to try the food because the kitchen closed at 1 the Sunday I came. I did get a yummy vanilla bourbon latte (you had me at bourbon) and berry loaf. The loaf was really fresh. Theres a nice pet friendly sitting area on the side to chill with your coffee. The Black Lives Matter Sign rocks! Awesome!!

Great ambiance! OK coffee. High prices! Visiting the area and trying coffee places close to me. I love the vibe of the place - bright, clean, bike friendly and friendly staff. I was shocked at the cost of my 16oz. latte - $7.19. I live in the Boston area and even there, 16oz lattes do not cost over $7. The latte was OK. It is not a bad place at all, just be aware it may not be worth a $7 latte.

The breakfast burrito w/ veggie sausage is a spiritual experience. Whoever makes the burritos in this place needs a Michelin star. I am not kidding you, this burrito has a chokehold on me. I get it twice a week and smile while closing my eyes when eating this burrito. My friend clay also loves this burrito, he is the one who told me about it. We cannot stop eating this burrito!!! Edit: apparently Josh made my burrito, love you Josh!

Banjo Coffee is a delightful café that combines a cool and inviting atmosphere with exceptional customer service and top-notch coffee. Their high-quality beverages are expertly crafted and deliver rich, satisfying flavors. While the food offerings are decent, it is the coffee that truly shines at Banjo. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure a positive experience for customers, although finding convenient parking can be a bit of a challenge.

Tried for the first time a few weeks ago. The best chai latte I've had in Atlanta so far and paired perfectly with a bagel. Very cute outdoor seating that I enjoyed, but barely any outlets indoor or out so not a place I'd come to to study! Will be back

This was a great stop, we had heard about from Out friends when we evacuated from the hurricane IDA from New Orleans. We have been to Atlanta before but this was a new and great discovery. The cold brew had many varieties. The coffee is ethically sourced and they have lots of other locally sourced items available for purchase. My wife really liked her Americano and the Jalapeño and cheese bagel was very good and the creme cheese was perfectly smooth. We also got to cookies and creme snacks one was chocolate and the other was chocolate chip. Great coffee house and cafe with great options for all coffee and bagel lovers. I will stop back in next time we are in town. Thanks to the owners for what they did to help those that evacuated from hurricane IDA. If you or your staff are visiting NOLA let us know we would live to give you the locals guide to the city.

I love trying new coffee shops, so I was really excited to come here! I was immediately greeted by friendly baristas. I ordered a flat white and I really enjoyed it! There were plenty of seating and outlets. It was pretty quiet in there as most people were doing work/on their laptops. There were also plenty of seats outside! Parking was kind of nonexistent, so I resorted to street parking. Overall, it was a pleasant experience and I'll be back!

My favorite local coffee shop. I started going after tasting their nitro brew a few years ago. I enjoy many of the food options, especially their avocado toast (now served on a bagel) and breakfast burrito. I'm not a fan of their muffins as the texture is very dense. You can never go wrong with their coffee or lattes. I appreciate that they sell juices and kombucha in the refrigerated section. Staff is affable.

Came here and tried the lavender honey latte based on a recommendation- it was very different than the usual coffees I get but it was delicious! I usually add a bunch of sweetener or stevia packets to coffees but this was good as-is. Excited to try more of their flavors, especially the seasonal offerings! Glad I stopped by.

We visited Banjo Coffee early on a Saturday morning. The coffee and iced chai tea latte were good and the special of the day was a brisket hash and was pretty descent. We'd stop by again if ever in the area.

I was thrilled to visit this coffee shop. The baristas greeted me warmly, and I decided to order a nitro cold brew. While it was enjoyable, I found it to be slightly sour compared to other nitro I have before (but overall nice). However, their espresso was absolutely perfect. The seating options were abundant on the patio, but inside seating was limited. The atmosphere inside was peaceful, with many people working or using their laptops. Although parking was a bit challenging, we were fortunate to find some spots. As they were closing, they surprised us with complimentary biscuits, which paired wonderfully with my homemade chicken dinner. Overall, my experience was delightful, and I am looking forward to returning in the future!

Yum! Yum! Yum!! The coffee here is delicious and the customer service is great. Parking is plentiful and the establishment has seating indoors, as well as outdoors. It's not very large inside, but enough room where you don't feel crowded. I had a cappuccino with oatmilk. The coffee is smooth and doesn't have that acidic after taste, nor bitterness. Enjoy!

Leaving the office driving down Covington Hwy and I spot Banjo Coffee so I decided to stop in for a coffee. Located in Avondale Estates off of Covington Hwy with a small parking lot for only a few cars. The place is small and has a rustic chic hippie vibe. The location is small with some seating inside and outside of the shop. There is a mask mandate to enter and if you don't have a mask they provide free of charge. They are following all CDC guidelines and staff was wearing masks as well. I got there late in the afternoon so there wasn't many food options available so I just opted for coffee. I had the bourbon vanilla latte with almond milk it was delicious best cup of coffee I've had in a long time. If they were selling this roast of coffee I would have definitely brought it home to make my own coffee. Next time I'm in the area I will definitely be back.

Best coffee in the Atlanta area. No argument. I love Banjo! The coffee is ridiculously delicious every single time. We also use their coffee beans at home and they're phenomenal. On a nice day they do have a comfy outside patio, there isn't much seating inside but there is some. I haven't tried it yet but they also do also have food! Overall, if you're looking for a comforting cup of coffee and a great experience, Banjo is the place to go !

I absolutely love this little truck. I go to the location at Piedmont park and their coffee is magical. I mean that in the most literal way possible. The flavor of the coffee itself is so deep and rich, with a very perfect steamed milk. They nail the temperate and the velvety foam. I was astonished when I tried their vanilla bourbon latte. I actually felt like I was drinking melted whipped cream (in a good way) I just about melted and had to hand it back to my partner and continue with my oat latte. Which was also amazing!! Prices are also great. I think my drink was 4.95 or something like that, while the bourbon latte was a bit more like 6$. Very worth it and beats Starbucks 8$ drinks that give you headaches and jitters.

Love love this place! We came in on Saturday morning around 9. They have limited parking out front. But we were able to score a spot. It wasn't too crowded when we got there - a few people but no line. You order at the counter and they bring your food to you. The inside is super cute. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating. We ordered two bacon, egg and cheese biscuits. I got a side of jam with mine. We also ordered a honey lavender latte and a black coffee. As well as a cinnamon roll from their pastry case. The food came out in a good amount of time. The biscuits were amazing! The biscuit itself was a little crunchy on the outside and fluffy on the inside! The eggs were delicious and they didn't skimp on the cheese. Maybe one of my new favorites! The cinnamon roll was also oddly amazing! It doesn't look like much, but oh don't be deceived! It's soft and sweet and served with a little side of icing! Ask for it warmed up! The latte was also awesome! It was a good size latte too. Highly recommend this spot!

Banjo Coffee is a little neighborhood coffeehouse with delicious lattes, good vibes, and a friendly atmosphere. Service with a smile. Efficient.

I love the coffee here, but never feel very welcomed. Very cold service. I'll keep going when I'm nearby, because the coffee is so good. But geez!

Great place to get coffee and breakfast! This place is right by our air bnb abd has outdoor seating. Staff is really friendly. We came here before my husband had to go to work. People were coming in and out. We ordered some drinks and some food. I got an everything bagel with avocado - they also added cream and eggs - was super filling but yummy! Overall a cool spot!

The coffee here is delicious, one of my favorites so far while touring the country. The iced latte was perfect, staff was friendly. I highly recommend it

On National Coffee Day, I entered and ordered a cup of coffee. Nothing hard. I discover they were out of sugar, creamer, and napkins. When I politely requested these items, the coffee maker responded with a sneer. Their coffee was overcooked, which was quite disappointing. It seemed like they were trying to emulate Starbucks, although Starbucks uses better quality beans than Banjo, whose origins remain a bit mysterious. The woman working behind the counter appeared surprised that a customer had asked for assistance or posed a question. Go to the Wonderful World of Coffee and Tea. You order from a computer which is friendlier than the staff at Banjo!

Quick and friendly customer service, and my breakfast sandwich was delicious!! I can't wait to try some of the other menu items. Love the patio too!

Found this place by chance passing through after a hike, and I'm so glad I did! The staff was incredibly friendly, the coffee (got the nitro cold brew) was refreshing and smooth, and to my surprise they had a good deal of vegan pastries!! The vegan sausage, egg, and cheese croissant really hot the spot. Will be making this a regular shop to visit!

Banjo Coffee is one of my new favorite coffee shops in Atlanta! They are an underrated shop in Avondale Estates (or maybe not so underrated since they've got 4.5+ stars on Yelp! After a disappointing coffee at Rising Son, we most definitely had to make another caffeinated stop at Banjo Coffee. And WOW! Cold brew on draft... and there was more than one option! The girl at the counter was nice and patient and let us try some of the different kinds of cold brew they were serving. There is both "regular" cold brew and nitro cold brew, all of which they make themselves! I tried a few, some of which were a bit too adventurous for me so I settled on the plain Jane nitro cold brew, that was super smooth - I could have taken it black, but I still prefer a little milk to take off the acidic edge. I took home a howler, which I believe is 32oz for $10 of a cold brew of my choice! They use World Centric 100% compostable straws which I'm a huge fan of! I've also tried their matcha, which isn't as sweet as I'm used to at (ok this is embarrassing) Starbucks, but it was full of flavor and I felt healthier avoiding the sugar, anyway! Definitely my go to coffee shop in Avondale Estates, and maybe even in Decatur, in order to avoid the busyness and the lines at Dancing Goats.

Great breakfast burrito and chai latte! Order online for quick pick up. Plenty of street parking in the area.

Located in Avondale this quaint coffee shop serves up some spectacular flavored coffee along with cute homemade cookies from Jimella. They have nitro cold brew in cups, cans and large quantities. We tried the Lavender Honey latte and the Bourban Vanila latte. Both were good but for us really on the sweet side. We also added 2 cookies, one cookie and cream and for fall pumpkin! We will definitely patronize this place again. Check out their website and be aware they are open from 7-4pm.

Visited Banjo Coffee at the Grant Park Farmer's Market. The guy at the booth was super friendly and let me sample the cold brew. He added oat milk and some simple syrup to my drink and it was great-essentially it became a latte! I'd definitely go back!

Great vegan pastry options and a vegan egg, sausage, cheese sandwich. Cute shop with really friendly staff and outdoor seating. The parking lot is small but we were able to find a spot.

I visited Banjo Coffee on a Saturday morning for a bite to eat and a place to study. Nice quaint coffee shop that happened to be the second shop i've been to that has the Nitro infused cold brew coffee, and in fact they have a yelp check in deal going where you get $1 off this very same nitro coffee. I decided against getting their nitro cold brew, since it was a crummy and rainy day, but instead got a warmer beverage. Staff recommended the Lavendar Latte ($4.85), and I thought it would go great with their Rocket toast ($4.75) The Rocket toast is a Sourdough bread topped with prosciutto, arugula, goat cheese crumbles and all covered with a Balsamic drizzle. This was a fancy piece, that had several flavors coming at me at once. I probably could've stood for a little more prosciutto, because I didn't taste it (though I did see it), but all in all, not bad! I was told the Lavendar Latte wasn't very sweet at all, much to my delight, and they were right. It had a very spiced, flavor to it that I wasn't expecting, but enjoyed all the same. And how's the caffeine? Well as I sit typing this at about 1:49 am, more than 12 hours after having my latte, I had my first yawn. That's some good stuff! Located next to the Beer Growler off of Avondale road, this is a ver small parking lot that holds probably less than 10 cars at a time, but does have a couple of exits, making it not so difficult to get in or out. There were several seats inside with good customer service. Music does play in the background, but it was a loud environment, between the normal chatter, to a couple of guys talking VERY loudly, even with ear plugs, I could hear a lot of noise. So if you're expecting nice quiet study environments, I guess it depends on the customers you happen to be with. Local, independent, organic, Yelp friendly cold brew coffee shop with snacks, beverages with "keep you up" levels of caffeine, and even an actual banjo (on their wall). What's not to love? If you're up for some caffeine and are in the area, you may want to stop in and see what these guys are doing.

I only just discovered Banjo 6 months ago, when there were still COVID restrictions in place. It's April 2021, and the staff there are still taking excellent precautions. Coffee: Excellent. As good as that place in Decatur. Always brewed just right, and the main brew is not always the same kind, so I get to try out different varieties. Service: Excellent. Always friendly, always accurate, and patient. They recognize regulars and they help the noobs. They are knowledgeable about the product and make good recommendations. Food: I've only had a few of the pastries, which are from the excellent Alon's bakery. Atmosphere: Professional but comfortable. Not pretentious at all, with music that doesn't stand out for being either precious or obnoxious. There's outdoor seating, and parking in the (shared) lot for about 10 cars. There's also street parking. One downside that I'm not going to deduct for because it's the fault of Atlantans: Bagels are toasted by default. Toasting a good bagel is no better than ordering a good steak well-done with catsup.

First visit and I had the bourbon vanilla draft latte. It wasn't sweet at all and served in a mason jar. I believe it was a little over $4.50. There are five two tops and one communal table. The space itself is pretty small and could be considered a coffee room. There is also outdoor seating and free wifi. I found parking to be pretty convenient. There are about ten spaces in front of the shop and that's good considering the business is pretty small. I'm sure I will return to try a different drink.

I feel like I've come to enjoy and appreciate Banjo more and more over the years and I love their creative spins on a latte. I usually get my coffee to go; there used to be much more seating on the inside but the set-up has changed with covid. Nice folks whipping up great coffee in a good location with easy parking!