Refuge Coffee Co. Norcross

I frequently visited their original spot in Clarkston and was delighted to discover that they have opened another location in downtown Norcross. The coffee is truly exceptional, and the story behind Refuge is inspiring. Every purchase contributes to providing wages for resettled refugees or immigrants involved in their job training program.

Georgia-founded coffee shop with 4 total locations. Their Norcross cafe is cozy, yet lively with jazz music gently playing in the background and large windows allowing natural light to flood inside throughout the day. They're a nonprofit company with outstanding intentions you'd be happy to support. Things you should know: I. PARKING Refuge Coffee is at the right end of the downtown plaza area. Street parking is available out front of the business. I noticed coming anytime before noon on weekdays leaves plenty of available space options open for convenient parking; however, as the afternoon approaches, finding a space can be rather difficult. II. SERVICE Friendly and timely III. QUALITY Their coffee is dense and acidic ~ not watered-down, ideal for coffee snobs like me. If you prefer less dense coffee, they have milk and milk alternatives available to dilute your beverage. I particularly liked that this location has sugar-free syrup options to mix up your drink with. IV. CAPACITY During my time here, the crowd seemed to be heaviest around noon hours. It tapers off after. Although the outdoor and indoor seating is slim, I continuously saw available seating so you'll be golden to visit and find a seat.

Beautiful building and atmosphere and lovely people. And the coffee is so good!! Had the honey latte. They combine a great mission with a well-done product. The outdoor seating is beautiful and fun for a group of friends. And it’s next door to Butter & Cream I’ve cream for the kids!

Very clean Little spot, very friendly staff. Good coffee. We had a seasonal special, cinnamon dolce, something or other. Very good, but very small. For the price? Maybe it seemed small because it was so good. I don't know. I just felt like I wish there was more. Okay to work remotely here. However, there is very little seating, and I can see it being difficult as more people find out about this spot. If you like French pastries, I'm talking real French pastries, not the Americanized stuff you can find at the grocery store. This place has tasty croissants, chocolate croissant, almond croissant, butter croissant and super flaky cheese, Danish and cinnamon pastries. I would definitely recommend and. go here again.

Cute little coffee shop in an old gas station. Friendly service. Good coffee and pastries. Some seating for chatting with friends or working. Refuge Coffee supports refugees in the Atlanta area so a great cause as well. Highly recommended.

Had an incredible experience here and really enjoyed my iced americano made by Scotty. He was extremely welcoming and made the best iced coffee I've ever had. Great mission and cause as well. Highly recommend!

Their Chaggachino is a must-try! Mushroom-flavored! Who would've imagined, and it tasted good!

I come here to work sometimes, and sometimes just for their croissants. Not only is this shop also a nonprofit helping refugees, it’s really well run and the coffee is so good.