Atwater's - Catonsville
815 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD
Crema's Take
“Atwater's is a beloved Catonsville gathering spot that mills its own flour and sources ingredients locally, creating remarkably fresh pastries and a full menu that goes far beyond typical café fare. Their espresso drinks earn serious praise, with regulars calling them some of the best they've had all year, and the cozy, welcoming atmosphere hosts everything from open mics to pizza pop-ups, making it feel like the community's living room. With a talented staff (Kevin's mocktails are legendary) and a genuine commitment to quality across food, coffee, and hospitality, it's the kind of place where you'll want to linger for hours.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Farm-fresh menu, lovely espresso drinks, and delicious fresh baked goods. Atwater's is a social hub for locals, hosting open mics and pizza pop ups, and is a great spot to host a party. I enjoy coming here several times a week at different times of day. The walk-up counter downstairs and table service upstairs are both great. Family friendly with elevator and changing station. The staff treat you like family. It's always a pleasure!
This is one of my favorite spots in downtown Catonsville. It always has my favorite coffee in the morning, and has an excellent selection for breakfast, lunch and dinner. As a vegetarian with a variety of food allergies, the servers and staff are very attentive and always aware of their food's ingredients; they are open to making substitutions. They also have great weekend events and evening options, such as their Open Mic night or Pizza Pop up. They have a dinner service with a great menu, and rotating drinks based on what's in season. The bar staff and servers are super friendly and will often remember you when you return. If you are ever visiting Catonsville, whether in the morning, or looking for a great meal and a beverage in the afternoon or evening, you can't go wrong with Atwaters.
Today, I came here for the time to have lunch with friends, and I was impressed with the food and the coffee. I know it’s only February, but this was the best cup of coffee I’ve had all year, and honestly in a long time. The food was amazing and flavorful! I really enjoyed my avocado toast. It was very busy, but don’t let that deter you! The food and coffee are worth it.
A winter oasis of coziness. Delicious healthy locally sourced food, art, music and a fantastic staff make this one of the great cafés. And staff bartender Kevin makes a mocktail that will suck your soul out
We discovered Atwater’s recently, Wow! What an amazing place… not only do they make most things (even mill their own flour!) They source most things locally. The food is delicious and the service is friendly and competent. The atmosphere is lively at Sunday brunch, relaxing in the coffee shop on the first floor, and the live music on Thursday night was excellent, (Cole Larravide 👍🏻) I highly recommend.