By Gray Chapman
1. Octane
1009 Marietta St. NW
(404) 815-9886
See this week’s “Hot Spots” review.
2. Java Jive
790 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE
(404) 876-6161
Retro, friendly spot on Ponce that is well-known for its coffee, but downright famous for its breakfast.
3. Java Monkey
205 E Ponce De Leon Ave.
(404) 378-1852
Located smack-dab in the middle of charming Decatur, complete with a wine bar and plenty of grungy, artsy types.
4. Café Intermezzo
1845 Peachtree Road NE
(404) 355-0411
Dark, moody European café with a massive drink menu and world-class mixologists. For brooding reading material, be sure to bring your Nietzsche.
5. Aurora Coffee
992 N Highland Ave. NE
(404) 892-7158
Beloved by Little Five Points devotees, Aurora continues to thrive despite the Starbucks two doors down from it.