Espresso in Atlanta stays an ongoing supply of inspiration and delight right here in 2026. One among America’s nice cultural and culinary capitals has a espresso scene to match, and now right here within the waning days of the Construct-Outs of Espresso function collection, we’re taking a more in-depth have a look at a model new espresso bar off Buford Freeway someplace between Brookhaven and Doraville.
The 2026 Construct-outs of Espresso is offered by DONA, Pacific Barista Sequence, and La Marzocco.
As instructed to Sprudge by Clinton Perry.
For individuals who aren’t acquainted, will you inform us about your organization?
With pleasure! I’ve dreamt of getting a espresso and floral store since I used to be in highschool, 2001-2005. My mom was single with many youngsters, and because the youngest I used to be watched and raised by my grandmothers, who’s the inspiration behind my model, Stellow. Stell is my grandmother Sammie’s Irish center title, and the “ow” is impressed by my grandmother Betty who was recognized for her love of the colour yellow, particularly together with her flowers. After serving Atlanta for seven years with an espresso bar service, that’s nonetheless going robust, we opened our first espresso home in Chamblee, GA. It’s graced with many recollections of my grandmothers, however constructed to really feel vivid, however approachable, mid century, however welcoming. Our delight and pleasure lyes in our tradition and our crew, who this glorious group adore a lot.
Are you able to inform us a bit concerning the new area?
Fortunately! No stone went unturned and no side of the store designed with out which means. If it made its method into the store, it went by way of what I name the “Grandmother Filter.” It should remind me of them… from our customized tiles made by one in all our associates/baristas, to the colours, the curtains, the chairs, the images, and the loos, its all ripples of the recollections I had of them. Its a spot constructed for connection and recollections, and place based in love. Our artisan espresso is to put in writing house about, and in case you fancy a fantastically designed area its the spot for you, however the poeple are what makes Stellow, Stellow.
What’s your method to espresso?
Nice selection of phrases! We wish it to be approachable and academic, conventional but in addition have one thing enjoyable with our specialty seasonal drinks. From our ceremonial grade matcha, to our Blue Matcha, to our scorching cocoa, and on to our conventional cappuccino, latte, cortado, flat whites, all the pieces is made with the flavour of espresso in thoughts. All our syrups are made in home from scratch, and our beans recent from native roaster.
Any machines, coffees, particular gear lined up?
Sure! we use all La Marzocco. Customized constructed, painted and designed Strada three-grouphead, white with walnut accents. Then our La Marzocco Swan grinder, which is one of the best factor to hit the market on this planet of grinders. We additionally use Modbar objects, akin to our pour-over, that’s rotating with seasonal single origins.
How is your venture contemplating sustainability?
We donate all our grounds and we use biodegradable cups.
What’s your hopeful goal opening date/month?
We opened April twenty fourth, 2026!
Are you working with craftspeople, architects, and/or creatives that you just’d like to say?
Sure! Commoner Design Co for our inside design, Moeller & Purcell for our architectural construct, Silt Studios for our wooden work and installs, Legacy Espresso Tech designed our espresso machine.
Thanks!
My pleasure! And thanks for placing issues collectively like this.
The 2026 Construct-outs of Espresso is offered by DONA, Pacific Barista Sequence, and La Marzocco.
