Donderos'
590 N Milledge Ave, Athens, GA
Crema's Take
“Donderos' is a refreshingly principled spot that pays baristas nearly double Georgia's minimum wage and ditches tipping culture entirely, freeing you to focus on what matters—their thoughtfully crafted coffee, stellar pastries like their moist vegan pumpkin bread, and a menu that actually surprises with dishes like gluten-free grit bowls and curry takeaways. The whole space feels intentional, from the local art adorning the walls to their commitment to reusable cups, creating a relaxed gathering place where friendly staff and generous portions make you want to linger with your laptop or meet a friend.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
The only time I ever feel inclined to write a review is if I am blown away and want everyone to know- so here it is. Donderos is like a breath of fresh air from what feels like the never ending emergence of chain restaurant after chain restaurant. We are starved for…
Staff SO nice and accommodating! Good coffee, large portions, some stellar cookies, granola and yogurt, egg breakfasts, and burrito lunches. Recommend the frozen curry and chili to buy and take home, not cheap but worth it! Cool old mansion with high ceilings and airy rooms,…
A cafe with a new frame of mind. Boasts twice the Georgia minimum wage for baristas and therefore they don't take tips. Local art is all over the walls and they emphasize reusable cups. You even get a discount if you walked, rode a bike, or took a bus here. My only set back was…
What a great surprise. We didn’t want the standard fast chain restaurant fare for lunch. We loved the unique menu, well prepared items and the relaxed setting. Staff was friendly and welcoming. You order at the counter towards the rear of the house and they bring it out to…
We got the vegan pumpkin bread for $2.25, which was perfectly moist and delicious. We got the gluten-free grit bowl with fried tomatoes, goat cheese and red pepper sauce. We added a fried egg for $1. The ingredients definitely made the bowl, because the grits themselves were…
Crema Reviews
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