The Warhorse Coffee Shop

I was in midtown and found The Warhorse out of the need for a coffee shop that opened until at least 7 PM, and BAM this cozy, hole-in-the wall cafe sprung up on me. It was a bit hard to find at first because there isn’t any obvious sign or indication once you get to The Goat Farm, so just follow the somewhat hidden steps until you reach an open space with outdoor seating. You may even pass a small lit bay of windows (first photo below) that will indicate you’ve arrived! IMPORTANT: Drinks are cash only. No cash? No worries! Their beverages are donation based anyways, simply pay a bit more for your coffee next time to compensate for the free one you got the first time (like I did)! It’s a wonderful honor system that will keep me coming! Cozy books, game boards, and vintage decor surrounding comfy, leather couches create the perfect study space. I’ll definitely be returning!

First, let me tell you that if it wasn't for people like Humza & Cora this place would not be half of what it is. Every single time I've come in for a great cup of coffee, tea or just to relax they have always treated me just like family. The place looks just like out of a movie set. Well kept and the vibes are what this city needs more of. Such a relaxing environment and my oh my can these guys have such stimulating conversations. I always leave this place with a big smile on my face, relaxed and rejuvenate. The coffee is a must. Every single time I've invited friends to join me here and try their coffee, they have always highly complimented it. Actually more often than not, they gotten an order to go before we leave. Yes, I know. 2 cups!!! That's how good it is. As a matter of fact not a single this served here is ever left behind. I've had the luxury of being here while the movie tour bus in Atlanta will make their stop. I've closely paid attention to people's reactions and it brings a smile to my face. It's like watching kids open up their xmas presents. They had no idea coffee or tea could possibly taste so good.

I wish I could review it. We went yesterday to the open house at The Goat Farm and my daughter, an Atlanta resident, was eager to have us get coffee at "this really cool place". When we approached the shop there were two big sandwich boards outside saying permits or passes were needed to enter the shop and that there was a vicious dog inside. She had never seen those signs before and we opted to not attempt to go in. Don't know if it was a joke or not, but we didn't want to deal with that type of "humor" on such a lovely day. And I guess it doesn't matter anyway since The Goat Farm is closing up in a few months anyway.

I love this place both as a coffee shop and as a place to unwind with a book, and it’s decor is like an old war bunker. Make sure to bring some cash if you plan on purchasing coffee or tea.

Cash only and pay by donation. Small little place but it’s not very well known so it’s not usually crowded. Great place to chill with a few people or study. There is plenty of outside seating as well.

What a cool place. This is for all you creatives out there, and all us daydreamers too. Comfy couches, chess sets, mancala, great tea, coffee, long table for crafting/sketching/typing, great music, and very nice people. I'm so glad I found this place.

The tea was great! You pay by donation only. Very relaxed atmosphere, it would be easy to spend hour here.

Most peaceful little coffee shop in Atlanta. Coffee is free with a donation and everyone is super nice.

The Warhorse Coffee Joint is located inside The Goat Farm. Look for the line of tall trees behind the right side of a single story building from the parking lot. TWCJ is located at the bottom of the trees. ++ Ambiance is BOHO vibe = Limited selections of coffee and other beverages ( they offer 3 coffees and were out of 2 and so only option was a regular coffee) + Decent tea (loose leaf Yerba Mate) in a small cup (not a pot) + Really OLD ATM provided if you don't have cash = CASH ONLY (you donate what you think it's worth) + Foreign currencies accepted (legal?) + Laid back and friendly staff (hard to tell who works here) + BYO Food (I brought my lunch and ate at the table outside and they were cool with it) + Ample seating inside and outside + Nice and friendly people (artists hang here and definitely have communal feel) Cool place if visiting The Goat Farm but given their limited beverage offering, this isn't a place you come for coffee. (Ironic given the name) People are friendly here but No Photos/Videos You are being watched signs are posted prominently.

I want to like this place more than I do. The Goat Farm is really cool and a fun place to walk around but like the Goat Farm (where this coffee 'shop' is located), Warhorse gives off an air of pretension that I find hard to swallow. For what it's worth, it's a fun experience to do once or twice but make sure you dress in overpriced brands that make you look like you don't care at all or else you'll be quickly overlooked by whoever decides to serve you that day.

Where is the Warhorse? It's in The Goat Farm. But where? Well, it's better to ask some people when you arrive at the Goat Farm. It's difficult to describe exactly where it is in this review. You can say it's in the middle of the Goat Farm property. What's the best part of The Warhorse? All the non-alcoholic drinks are free. Well, not free. It's donation based. Just put money in the jar when you order. What if you have no cash and feel guilty about taking a free drink? No worries. They have an ATM inside. The inside is cozy and small. They have magazines (including the Atlanta-based fashion magazine, Eide, whose office is in the Goat Farm), tables, and comfy chairs and couches. They even have a bookshelf full of old-looking books. I don't know if people actually read those. The inside looks quaint enough to take photos in. Be careful, you will not be allowed to bring your pro camera and take photos. But if you know someone who owns a studio in the Goat Farm, you can do your photoshoot inside the Warhorse, if they escort you. If you wanna feel ultra hipster and wanna act like a snobbish, artsy-fartsy, creative person, come to the War Horse. Just kidding, it's a pretty cool and chill place.

Cool little spot for coffee right off Howell Mill Rd/Westside!!! Super easy to find parking and it's a cool little area

This place is geared towards those who rent space and artists in residence at Goat Farm. It is not advertised to the public, but anyone is welcome. Located on property with a former Cotton Gin Factory it's an interesting place to be. Lots of history here. Cameras not allowed without a permit, except iPhone/Phone cameras. The coffee shop is filled with eclectic beauty: interesting furniture and a plethora of books lining the back wall, artists at work and people reading. Music plays through speakers, but it's pretty quiet otherwise. Pay what you can and think is fair (cash) for delicious coffee and hot tea.

Eclectic, adventurous, and secluded. The Goat Farm is out of the way and is somewhat of a secret, I've found, and I only heard rumors of "some coffee shop there somewhere." My husband I decided to check out TGF and try to find this mysterious coffee shop one Saturday and were happily surprised with what we found: an interior like an antique store + library, cozy and interesting furniture, a good handful of places to sit and curl up with one of the many books, and a very tasty Vietnamese coffee. The place is very casual--there was a dog hanging out behind the counter--and everything you order is donations based. The lady who served us answered some questions about TGF for me before I left, but she wasn't the friendliest sort at the beginning. I think she may have been pissed at the internet's apparent problems, but I expected a more welcoming demeanor from someone at a place like TGF. We loved The Warhorse so much and we were so absorbed in the literature we found, I think we ended up staying inside for 2 hours. There are also many small tables with chairs outside. This is a great place to relax and chill out away from it all. Definitely worth the drive from Midtown and the surrounding areas.

After you feed the llamas, zigzag your way through the post-apocalyptic world that is The Goat Farm, and try to sneak into that gigantic abandoned warehouse with the random grill and graffiti covered walls, take a break from your crazy ATL adventure and stop by The Warhorse Coffee Joint. It's the ultimate hipster wet dream, minus any pretentiousness. Things to know: ***** I. LOCATION Warhorse resides in the middle-ish of the gigantic Goat Farm complex. It's relatively easy to find - just look for the outdoor seating, small trampoline, and surrounding walls made up of interesting cylindrical tubes and mismatched bricks. Parking is free. II. COFFEE & FOOD They don't have a robust menu, but they do have a few coffees and teas. I opted for their cold press. And it's not some iced coffee bull, because there wasn't any acid when I tasted it. (Woot!) They also serve Viet coffee as well. Unfortunately, they don't have any baked goods for patrons to buy. It would be great if they sold croissants, muffins, or scones. Or any kind of food. All good, though. III. SERVICE I don't remember her name, but the woman working behind the counter was very nice. She also took care of her sick dog, while working the register. (So maybe I'm biased because I love dogs.) In short, no problems here. IV. AMBIENCE/ DÉCOR If a library and a vintage clothing store had a child, it would look something like the inside of Warhorse. It's... different, and their decor is one of the most unique aspects of this establishment. There's also a gigantic table for meetings, and a few four-person ones for small groups. Not a lot of outlets exist, so make sure your laptop has a decent battery. There's also a chair covered in fur. I'm not sure, if it's real or not. Also, the music they play there is... eclectic. Anything from hip-hop instrumentals to raging metal - so come with an open mind. Or ear plugs. V. PRICES They only accept cash donations, which totally caught me off guard. So for non-cash debit and credit card holders like myself, I couldn't give anything. (My boss did, though!) VI. OVERALL I really did enjoy my time there and I think everyone living in the area should should check it out at least once. It should at least be in your rotation, if you're a mobile worker.

The best Vietnamese Iced Coffee in Atlanta is FREE! The Warhorse Coffee Joint is located at the Goat Farm. You do have to take an adventure to get there and that's all part of the experience. The views outside of the coffee shop are amazing. There are only certain places where you can get photographs. So after parking at the gravel parking lot, you walk forward toward the buildings, follow the path to the right, walk down the stairs, and to the left, and you find The Warhorse Coffee Joint. When you walk inside, you'll find artists hanging out, books for days, business cards and flyers, antique decor and furniture, and whimsical harmony. Everything on the menu is free with suggestion of a donation of your choice. You can choose how much to donate. If you don't have any cash at the time, that's okay. Just get them next time. If you have money to donate, it is definitely worth the amazing coffee and tea that they create. You can probably spend all day here if you wanted to. They have lots of books, chess, people to talk with. There's a creative energy there that will inspire you to create. If you have time during the day, definitely go say hi to the goats. They are sweet. Well they look sweet. It was blocked off from going inside and hanging out with them. The whole Goat Farm space houses artist offices and some artists residence.

Uhhh this was interesting... we walked in and stood there for a solid 5 minutes and there was nobody to take our order. It was a different place so to say. Interesting vibe but also creepy. We didn't get to have any coffee so we left and went elsewhere.

I'm not sure how long this will keep up for, but the last time I was there a few weeks ago, there was no charge for the coffee or tea. Seriously. You provide what you think to be a fair. Try to remember to bring cash, as the donation cannot be accepted from cards (unless what you want to draw money out of the ATM that has a fee attached to it). Please do not ruin this awesome practice by flooding this place without paying for anything. You'd be a huge douche and if I met you in person, well, let's just say, "I'm not threatening you. I'm just making a promise." Yes, it's that grave, homie. Anyway, like the rest of the Goat Farm, you cannot take photos with any type of camera that has a protruding lens of any sort without a permit (I can't remember how you obtain one of these, but if you really want to take pictures, ask anyone who works for the Goat Farm). I think the only kind that won't land you in hot water (or hot tea or hot coffee, as the case may be) is your phone camera. This place is just as neat as the rest of the farm and photos of it probably have already flooded social media. I got tea, which happened to be of my favorite commercial brand, Harney & Sons. I haven't tried coffee though I bet it's a drip type of coffee, with probably just one variety a day. I didn't see any coffee/espresso machines, so unless they are hidden from plain sight, the coffee option is simple. I spent about an hour reading in a comfy armchair with an ottoman. It was just me and the guy who prepared my tea and accepted my donation. It was kind of quiet and that may creep out some people, but not me. I left when some of the construction guys doing the work outside came in for lunch. I wasn't mad whatsoever; I understand that we all have to eat. But since I can get easily distracted, I left and it was probably time for me to empty my bladder anyway. Come check out the Warhouse Coffee Joint. It's super cool.

You walk in to such an uncomfortable environment. No cashier station or counter. People sitting at a table typing away on computers. An easily overlooked menu on the wall but you have no clue who works there, no greeting from anyone, no sign outside (I was looking for the sign someone posted on here) nothing. I walked in and asked "do you guys know where the coffee shop is?" They pointed to the ground and laughed at each other and said "here, no tea." And they just went back to their computers...ummm ok? For a first timer, it wasn't a welcoming environment. Had no clue what was going on so I just walked out.

Such a relaxing environment. In the heart of an art community/goat farm. The music adds a lovely, eerie feeling mixed with sounds of a farm in the distance. Anyone that comes to visit me in ATL, this will be our first stop. Loving it.

Cool little hidden coffee shop by Goat Farm with cool decor BUT I guess if you don't live there or don't look hipster/hippie enough they feel free to ignore you and continue whatever important conversation they are having so you wait for a while and then leave without ordering.

Of all the coffee joints I've been to in Atlanta, this one has the most unique ambiance of any I've seen. It looks to be in old warehouse space that has been filled with antique furniture and vintage books and art (complete with a piano that has The Hanon practice book, is one is so inclined). The sound system is surprisingly bass heavy and the music selection is a nice collection of jazz and instrumental music that gives it a good vibe. In addition to this, all of the drinks are free, and it works on a donation / pay as you're able to system, which caught me off guard. So you're not going to get any fancy lattes or espressos here, but this place make up the difference in its unique atmosphere. Finding it is a little difficult because there aren't really any clear marked signed, but I walked around until I saw tables outside and people with coffee.

My cousins and I stopped by this place on a whim and it was an awesome surprise. This hidden gem is quaint and such a refreshing coffee/tea joint compared to some of the other places in town. The decor consists of old typewriters, rotary phones, dusty old books, and really cool vintage furniture. There's a nice menu of loose leaf teas and coffees that are all free, but donations are accepted--and I highly recommend leaving a few dollars to help keep this place thriving! If you're looking for a one of a kind experience, I highly recommend a visit here!

I was super excited and wrote a super duper long review that yelp did not let me post. Fine! you must go there, be patient (there is no waiting line, dont worry), be adventurous, be daring, be open-minded, and be genuine. There isn't any espresso machine but who cares. They do not charge for the coffee or tea but bring cash for donations. Pay a visit to 2 goats, a llama, and a donkey in the fenced area at the entrance of the property. the goats were quite friendly. they came to greet us but they did not like paparazzi. as soon as I tried to take their photos with my phone, they walked away.

Absolutely delicious iced chai tea latte! It's a little hidden but definitely worth the search.

This place is so unique & captivating. The music creates the perfect atmosphere & the decor details are amazing. Great coffee, great customer service, great location. A must in ATL.