Revelator Coffee Company

As someone who lives on the Westside, I’m very happy to have a coffee place that has such an easy, relaxed atmosphere. Great music, even better coffee. Really cool space. The baristas are always so welcoming. A great addition to the Westside.

Don’t bother. You can get better cappuccinos and coffee at Chattahoochee Coffee which is nearby, and of course Octane and Dancing Goat. I travel 40 minutes every weekend to get good cappuccinos (I live in Johns Creek and am willing to travel for a good cappucino; I’m 61 and have been drinking cappuccinos since I was 18, in California). They are also a corporation like starbucks, headquartered in AL, but even starbuck’s Flat White is better than this place. Give your money/​business to the coffeehouses/​shops you really want to stay in business.

Went there twice, and got different inconsistent coffee drinks and services.
The first time was a blast. The cashier/​barista was friendly. She even gave out there 25% discount membership cards to us. What’s more important, the place is peaceful in a Saturday afternoon, and the drip coffee was flavorful.
Then I did a second time visit the next week, which turned out to be a meh. It was Sunday afternoon. Surprisingly, more and more people were coming there, and three of the baristas and cashiers started to talk loudly. Maybe that’s fine, cuz people tend to talk louder when the background is noisy. But the espresso I order was not the same level as I ordered last time. No latte art and no warming the espresso cup. Besides, the taste is merely ³⁄₅.
With a cluster of coffee shops in Westside, I think I need to move on to the next consistent one.

One of my favorite coffee shops in Atlanta. Décor is amazing and service is top notch. Super cute and its affordable! Just needs Chai on the menu.

For those interested in high quality third wave coffee, Revalator may top the list of spots in Atlanta.
Reading over other reviews of the shop, I can only feel disappointed that many people misunderstand the idea behind this place. It’s not a shop you should go to to get lattès and frapuccinos filled with flavorful syrups or spices, though don’t get me wrong, those have their place. Revalator is a coffee shop with one thing in mind: Precision pour overs and espresso made with high quality beans on extremely high quality equipment.
Revalator uses a Slayer espresso machine and a Mazzer grinder. These are two top of the line pieces of coffee equipment, and from my two visits to the store it seems the baristas know how to use them. I ordered a shot of espresso from Guatemala and the same shot of espresso + 4 oz of steamed milk. Both were phenomenal, some of the best I’ve had.
So please, don’t be dissuaded by the small menu and lack of familiarity. Give this place a try and enjoy it for the rarity it is: a coffee shop focused on making the best pour-​overs and espresso possible, and little else.

Have been really excited to check out this place, and ended up disappointed.
The space: bare, cold, and not in a good way. No décor whatsoever, nothing painted in walls, no photos or art anywhere — definitely not inviting. They are going after the whole industrial /​Scandinavian look, I suppose, but IMHO it’s not really working.
Acoustics are awful. With a couple of people at the shop, my date and I were barely able to hear each other.
Menu is extremely limited — only a couple of items. If you like to customize your drinks in any way, this is not the place for you.
The baristas were very nice and friendly, willing to help out, and just for that I would like to give the place a better rating. However, since this rating is for the shop as a whole, not just service, I unfortunately have to give it two stars.

I enjoy coffee but am not a «coffee person.» With that being said, I really enjoyed the different coffees and pastries I’ve had so far. And I love the inside aesthetics. They close at 6, but much better to work out of than the more well-​known coffee places.

Super pumped to have new high quality competition to Octane in the West Midtown area. I’ve been really amazed with their selection of beans; I had an awesome zesty Ethiopian today that was so crisp and well-​balanced. They also sell the beans in 8 ounce bags so I’ll definitely be picking some of those up. Beautiful interior with great space for getting work done. Also lots of great pluses like free parking, free and powerful wifi. And as many others have commented, the staff was super friendly. They’re clearly pretty dedicated to garnering a loyal fan base, so stop by soon to get some allstar treatment and some amazing coffee.

I was excited to visit because I had read a lot about the Birmingham location and it’s in a great location on the west side.
Aesthically, the place is beautiful. It looks like you walked straight into an interior decorating catalogue. The downsides are the menu items are a bit pricey for a coffee shop. There are also only a few tables. It’s attached to a nice parking deck though so that isn’t a problem.

In a town full of phenomenal coffee, Revelator comes in as just ok for me. The new westside location is staffed by friendly people who seem to really care for the patrons which come in. It located caddie corner from Ormsby’s Tavern on Howell Mill Road. The criterion I ask myself when I am evaluating a coffee shop include set-​up, staff, noise, and practicality (meaning cost and quality). Unfortunately for me, except in the staffing situation Revelator is behind some of the coffee shops in Atlanta.
Again the Staff is amazing, friendly and knowledgeable and willing to talk about coffee, sports or any other topic of the day. The location has street parking as well as some complimentary parking in the deck of the apartment complex which houses the shop. Unfortunately, this is not enough for me to be a hardcore patron for this coffee shop.
First of all, its poorly laid out. It has very little seating for the size of the coffee shop. A positive is the number of outlets, they seem to have outlets everywhere. The chairs, minus the couches and big comfy chairs are not the most comfortable. They could put many more chairs and tables in that location. Second, it gets noisy, even with just a handful of people in the shop, it can get hard to hear a person sitting directly in front of you. Lastly, the cost and quality, honestly for me, its not the best coffee. It has a weird flavor that doesn’t seem to sit well with me and I believe that there is a myriad of much better coffee in Atlanta. In addition, they charge for refills for patrons enjoying coffee in the shop. There are a number of coffee places in Atlanta that do not charge for refills.
All that being said, if I was on the Westside and meeting someone for coffee, Revelator would be my choice, I just don’t see myself matriculating over there simply for the coffee experience.

Sure, it’s a limited menu (in it’s opening week), and yes, they don’t use fruity, weak blends like other popular spots cough*dancinggoats*cough, but the atmosphere is that of my dream dining room/​living area, and I would come here every day for that. Light-​filled and spacious, with some business-​like tables and chairs near the back if you’re into that kind of thing, props to the interior designer of this place. Will definitely be a regular.

A new coffee shop has landed on the westside of Atlanta. Its name is Revelator Coffee Company. With the belief that a great coffee experience should not only include coffee, but also community, warm inviting spaces, skilled baristas, and every day luxury, they are sure to serve up some competition. A few weeks ago, they had their open house and treated guest to complimentary food and beverages from their menu.
As I entered the coffee shop I was taken aback by how beautiful it was. It had a clean, organic, modern look that I just loved. I ordered a Honey Latte. I was then offered an Everything Bagel and Nutmeg Donut with Espresso Glaze, which was made fresh and delivered every day by Flora and Flora. And as an added bonus a Lavender Caramel from Foxpoint Farm. Yum! I couldn’t wait to sit down and enjoy my late morning treat.
After a very short wait for my latte I was ready to dig in. The coffee was very good. Perfectly sweetened, not to overshadow the coffee itself. The Everything Bagel was everything. So so good! I saved some for later. The donut was amazing. The only thing wrong was it was so tiny. I wanted more! Lastly the Lavender Caramel as you can imagine was amazing

Revelator Coffee has been on my radar for a few weeks now, so I was excited to give their espresso a try. Located right across the street from Westside Provisions, this is in prime real estate, for sure. Next door to a few small boutiques and Cooks and Soldiers, I had a good feeling this was going to be good stuff.
There happened to be an open spot on the street, right in front of the parking deck entrance, so I snagged that right away. There is a parking deck for residents, though, and a separate area for retail guests.
I walked in and I felt like I was walking into a magazine spread. It was bright but hipster, clean and immaculate. I was scared to touch things or pull out a bar stool because I didn’t want to mess with perfection.
Every sip of my latte, I feel like I drinking a donut, which is the best thing in the world. And it is amazing. And wonderful. They don’t have skim/​2% milk, only whole milk. There is almond milk for the health nuts, which you can substitute for $ 1 more. There are limited beverage options, but sometimes, simple is the way to go.
But $ 4.50 for a 10oz. latte, though? This isn’t NYC, where your rent would probably be «too damn high,» so stop charging me that way. Either that, or maybe I just can’t afford the midtown lifestyle, and I should just stick to the OTP way. I had to dock a star for the extreme pricing.
Revelator Coffee is a perfect example of a Midtown coffee shop you could spend all day in. But I definitely couldn’t afford that expensive coffee or espresso all day long.

Even though I picked up a «free month of coffee» coupon on their opening day, I can’t say I’m a fan of this spot (yet).
The positives? Super friendly staff. Free parking. Free wifi. Beautiful interior. Diverse seating options. Lots of different coffee roasts/​varieties to try. Self-​serve cups of water.
The negatives? Insanely loud interior. Incredibly limited coffee/​espresso drink menu with limited options, sizes, preparations, and styles. Incredibly limited food menu, with never more than five items to choose from, and all baked goods only. And for me, I’m just not a fan of their coffee. I love the almost fruity/​floral richness of Batdorf and Bronson or Counter Culture coffees, but all the coffee I’ve tried at Revelator is more woody or nutty. And, though they specialize in pour-​over options, they do offer drip coffee, which is just not replenished/​refreshed frequently enough for those of us who need a quick cup to go. In fact, the cup I got today was basically room temperature (gross). I guess I can’t complain too much because it was free for me, but if I had paid $ 3.50 (the menu price for a single, small cup of coffee), I would have been upset.
I’ll be back because I still have 28 more days of free coffee left, but I don’t know that I’ll be a regular once my coupon has expired.

This place is a HIT! Perfect addition to the Westside! The space is open and bright. Easy parking and friendly staff! I’ll be back for sure!

Verdict: I’m a fan! ⁴⁄₅ for fun staff clean space and easy parking.
Now I love me some Octane, but I may be cheating on her with this new beauty. Looks-​wise, Revelator is the stuff of dreams. The moment you walk in, you’re hit with this beautiful view: the light and airy server station, the warm couch area surrounded by floor-​ceiling windows overlooking Howell Mill Road, and a dimly-​lit back area for workers with well-​placed outlets. In all, Revelator offers you a simple coffee and pastry selection, and a stunningly bright, yet smartly modern refuge in the heart of Westside.
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**Housekeeping…Revelator just opened on the corner of Howell Mill Rd and 14^th St in West Midtown, right across the street from Westside Provisions District. If you’re coming southbound from Howell Mill Rd, make a left on 14^th. In about a 100 meters, there’s a parking entrance for Élan Apartments. You’ll see resident parking, but there’s an open deck for retail visitors a little further down.
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I want to preface this by saying that the shop has only been open for 2 days. In light of that, I think things ran incredibly smoothly. I got my espresso and pastry quickly, and someone was always available to answer a question. The staff have this great vibe, and as a coffee lover, it’s always great to find a shop that’s both beautiful AND approachable.
The espresso was good, a tad sour. I do love that they paired it with sparkling water.
I will definitely be back soon, not just to try the espresso again, but to sample their seasonal coffee menu. Revelator was founded in NOLA last year and is quickly becoming an institution in the Southeast. I’m looking forward to seeing how they do in ATL.