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The Reading Room

About The Reading Room

The Reading Room is a premier coffee shop in the heart of Decatur, offering a warm, welcoming space where quality coffee, comfort, and community come together. Loved by 365 local guests and rated 4.20, this Decatur coffee shop is a go-to destination for expertly brewed drinks, a relaxing atmosphere, and a thoughtful guest experience.

Whether you’re stopping in for your morning espresso, settling in with a book, or meeting friends over a fresh cup, The Reading Room delivers the inviting neighborhood feel and dependable quality that coffee lovers appreciate.

With wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restrooms, this accessible Decatur coffee shop is designed to make every visit easy and comfortable for all guests. To learn more about The Reading Room, a coffee shop in Decatur, enjoy a space built for great coffee, local connection, and a better everyday café experience.

★★★★☆ 4.20 rating (365 reviews)
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More Than Just Coffee

Every cup we serve is a small moment of joy, carefully crafted by passionate baristas who care about your experience.

  • Free WiFi
  • Cozy Seating
  • Pet Friendly
  • Local Roasters

Reviews

From our beloved regulars

Babenskie C

Babenskie C

9 months ago

Absolutely love this spot! Cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and the best raspberry green tea I’ve ever had. The macarons, tomato bisque, and Mon Chéri dessert were all delicious. I even grabbed some treats to go. Highly recommend!!!

Renée Rosenheck

Renée Rosenheck

10 months ago

I met a friend here for coffee and fell in love with this place! Can't speak for the food but they served my Georgia Pecan Latte in a pretty glass mug and had beautiful fresh roses all over the cafe. I would definitely come back!

Brennan Voyles

Brennan Voyles

11 months ago

My husband and I went by this place after dinner. It was so delightful. So chill, great coffee and excellent deserts. My husband and I don’t drink so we love the fact that we can stop here for an after dinner coffee and have it feel like a lounge that also serves wine. Very nice. We will definitely be back whenever we are in Decatur

Elianna Ramos

Elianna Ramos

7 months ago

I just stopped by here to get a little snack and coffee and I had a great time! Although the coffee is slightly less strong than I would like , the staff is very soft spoken and nice. There was also this guy that was cleaning tables and giving out food at the speed of light and seemed so dedicated to his job! The girl on register got a customer after me with somewhat of an attitude asking for some help and not once did she reciprocate the attitude! Also currently having a raspberry tart with almonds and it’s super duper good! As a barista it’s very refreshing to see other baristas actually like their job. Definitely recommend.

Eden

Eden

5 months ago

The Reading Room is an absolute gem in Downtown Decatur. The vibes are great and the nights they have live music are a must. Paradise is truly the kindest soul and made our night very special!

Nick Baker

Nick Baker

4 months ago

Nice little find while in the area. Amazing desserts and pastries with great tasting coffee. Staff were friendly and happy to help. Really nice decor and atmosphere too.

Lover of life

Lover of life

year ago

I’m at a client here for a Tarot reading and it was so wonderful to read in such a beautifully curated space. We both enjoyed coffee, pastries, soup, truffle fries and a grilled cheese. The grilled cheese was not on the menu, but they were kind enough to prepare for me anyway. I absolutely love this place. It rained the entire time that we were there which was a whole vibe since the ceilings have skylights, we could watch the rain dance on the stylites as the music played. My client loved it!

Tatiane Oliveira

Tatiane Oliveira

5 months ago

The place is beautiful, the service was provided by the waitress Paradise, she is very friendly, and the food I ordered was delicious, Éclair not too sweet, a cappuccino that was also very mild without sugar, and a croissant that was warm and crispy.

Sylvania A

Sylvania A

8 months ago

The ghost lattes are such a cute idea and they were also very good. We got their matcha latte and chai latte and they were both amazing! It’s also quite a versatile spot. Perfect for brunch & lunch dates, or even just to go study.

Javier Reyes

Javier Reyes

4 months ago

Had my engagement proposal here and the staff and management were very accommodating and helpful. They made the planning stage seamless and the service was exceptional during the event. Highly recommend this location for special events or even regular visits (I first visited with my Girlfriend now Fiancée for our first date and loved their coffees/teas). Also, I'm not much of a dessert fan but their macaroons were amazing and the essence of their flavor profile was captured perfectly! Special shout-out to Izzy who helped facilitate this event while we were there, she was attentive and welcoming to all of the guests.

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Business Features

Highlights & Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Delivery

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection
  • Live performances

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Solo dining
  • Good for working on laptop

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Quick bite
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Somewhat difficult to find a space

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Come Say Hi

We'd love to see you! Stop by for your favorite drink or to try something new.

Location

429 Church St, Decatur, GA 30030, United States

Hours

Closed · Sunday 8 AM-5 PM
Friday 7:30 AM-10 PM
Saturday 8 AM-10 PM
Sunday 8 AM-5 PM
Monday 7:30 AM-5 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM-5 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM-5 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM-10 PM
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