Opening hours
Closed · opens 7:30 AM
| Monday | 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
Local time in Decatur: 3:38 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (404) 855-5653 to confirm.
About The Reading Room
Located at 429 Church St in Decatur, Georgia, The Reading Room is a coffee shop. It's part of our guide to 141 restaurants, cafes and bars in Decatur. Prices are affordable ($10–20 per person).
The Reading Room is open 7 days a week, usually 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM. Night owls can stop by until 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday. Early risers are covered too: doors open at 7:30 AM most days.
The Reading Room's menu features 42 dishes and drinks across 4 sections, including Main Menu - Coffee, Tea & Smoothie, Main Menu - Sandwiches, Quiche and Soup, Main Menu - Boards and Small Bites, and Main Menu - Breakfast. Listed prices range from $3.30 to $35.75, with a typical item around $6.87. Menu highlights include Drip Coffee, Pesto Panini, and Bougie Board.
You can visit for outdoor seating, on-site services, takeaway, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, and trendy, and it is a good fit for locals. It is especially popular for breakfast, lunch, and solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and quick bite.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, and wheelchair-accessible seating. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: paid street parking and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (404) 855-5653 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Coffee Shop
- Address
- 429 Church St, Decatur, GA 30030
- Phone
- (404) 855-5653
- Price range
- $10–20 per person
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- Menu
- 42 items · $3.30–$35.75
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 9 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 8 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for coffee shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Reading Room’s weekday schedule with 230 other coffee shops in Georgia. On a typical weekday it opens at 7:30 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 7:00 AM) and closes at 10:00 PM, later than 85% of them (typical closing time: 7:30 PM).
In total it is open about 96.5 hours a week, 16 hours more than the local median of 81. 80% of coffee shops in Georgia open on Sundays, and The Reading Room is one of them.
Compared with 230 other coffee shops in Georgia that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for coffee shops in Georgia
Based on 37 menus with 2,145 priced items from coffee shops in Georgia, the median menu item costs $6.00, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $7.65.
At The Reading Room the median listed price is $6.87, close to the typical $6.00 for coffee shops in Georgia.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Americano | 70% | $3.75 |
| Cappuccino | 65% | $5.15 |
| Espresso | 57% | $3.00 |
| Cold Brew | 57% | $4.97 |
| Latte | 54% | $4.50 |
| Hot Chocolate | 51% | $4.36 |
| Chai Latte | 38% | $5.00 |
| Matcha Latte | 35% | $5.25 |
Calculated from 37 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- On-site services
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great coffee
- Great tea selection
- Live performances
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Locals
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid street parking
- Parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Reading Room there are 40 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 44 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include American (5), Cafes & Coffee (5), Mexican & Tex-Mex (4), and Bars & Pubs (4).
Competition is light: 1 other coffee shop is within a mile and 11 within three miles. The closest is Dancing Goats Coffee Decatur, 0.5 mi away.
15 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bakeries & DessertsButter and Cream< 0.1 mi
- EuropeanCafe Alsace< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsBrick Store Pub< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiSushi Avenue< 0.1 mi
- AmericanSidechick Decatur0.1 mi
What to expect at a coffee shop
Coffee shops and cafes run from drive-through espresso stands and national chains to independent roasters and neighborhood cafes with pastries, light breakfast and lunch. Many double as workspaces with Wi-Fi and outlets, while others focus on quick takeaway service.
What to order
- Drip coffee or a pour-over – the best way to taste a roaster’s beans
- Latte or cappuccino – the most ordered espresso drinks
- Cold brew – smoother and stronger, especially popular in summer
- A pastry or breakfast sandwich – many cafes bake in house
Good to know
- Mobile ordering skips the morning line at chains and many independents.
- Plant-based milks and extra shots usually add a small charge.
- Some cafes limit laptop use at busy times – look for posted policies.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Reading Room's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM. Monday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Is The Reading Room open on Sunday?
Yes, The Reading Room is open on Sundays: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Where is The Reading Room located?
The Reading Room is located at 429 Church St, Decatur, GA 30030.
What is the phone number of The Reading Room?
You can call The Reading Room at (404) 855-5653.
Does The Reading Room offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, The Reading Room offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: outdoor seating, on-site services, takeaway, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at The Reading Room?
The typical price range at The Reading Room is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $3.30 to $35.75.
Does The Reading Room take reservations?
Yes, The Reading Room accepts reservations.
Is The Reading Room wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, and wheelchair-accessible seating.
Is The Reading Room open late?
Yes – The Reading Room is open until 10 PM or later on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
What else is near The Reading Room?
There are 44 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Reading Room. Nearby options include Butter and Cream (< 0.1 mi), Cafe Alsace (< 0.1 mi), and Brick Store Pub (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other coffee shops near The Reading Room?
1 other coffee shop within a mile. The closest is Dancing Goats Coffee Decatur, 0.5 mi away.
How much do coffee shops in Georgia cost?
Based on 37 menus with 2,145 priced items from coffee shops in Georgia, the median menu item costs $6.00, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $7.65.
