Hodgepodge Coffeehouse

"Hodgepodge Coffeehouse is preparing to close after 12 years in East Atlanta due to a significant rent hike accompanying a lease renewal on the building. The beloved coffee shop's last day is scheduled for Sunday, December 31." - Beth McKibben

"If you need somewhere to plop down your laptop and work in peace, this is your spot. Hodgepodge is a bare bones coffee shop on Moreland. The front room has a few tables and typical coffee shop music, but the back room is giant and surprisingly quiet (both in decibels and aesthetic). Every table has an outlet nearby for easy charging, and the walls don’t have any loud decor to distract you as you tackle your long to-do list for work. They have all of the usual coffee options that are reliably good, but their pastries and popovers are the standouts on the menu. Hangout and work until you’re hungry and then try the blueberry crumb cake. photo credit: Tabia Lisenbee-Parker" - Juli Horsford

"When another soulless condominium pops up, we go to Hodgepodge to remember that Atlanta’s best and weirdest aren’t going anywhere. This East Atlanta institution has been slinging amazing coffee, pastries, and sandwiches since 2012 and building a diverse community of artists and neighbors along the way.  The airy space still displays art for sale on the walls and all kinds of local goods at the counter. You’ll find all the coffee classics, as well as some amazing specialty drinks (try anything with their housemade lavender syrup). And be sure to order one of Hodgepodge’s incredible housemade Pop-Tarts. Who says you can’t go home again?" - Rachel Garbus

"Hodgepodge Coffeehouse’s Reynoldstown location, opened in 2019, will close on Sunday, July 10. The location faced temporary closures due to damage from a car crash and a robbery. The original Hodgepodge location in East Atlanta and the Decatur outpost will remain open. Owner Krystle Rodriguez emphasized the well-being of their team and community as a priority and mentioned that the closure will allow the remaining locations to be fully stocked and well-staffed." - Sarra Sedghi

"Hodgepodge Coffeehouse, located in East Atlanta, has been lending out its parking lot to those who wish to organize and make signs. The shop is also donating to bail funds and giving out free coffee to protestors." - Beth McKibben