For coffee lovers dreaming of a nice cup of Joe or Jane, a fresh pour of innovation is brewing in Atlanta’s vibrant West End.
Auxiliary, the latest brainchild of local Atlantan Connan Moody, swung open its doors today as a pop-up residency, inviting the community to savor coffee with purpose and depth.
Auxiliary Coffee Opens in West End, Teasing Permanent Spot in 2026
This intentional gathering spot — which opened on Thursday, Oct. 23 — is just a taste of what’s to come, with a full-fledged permanent location slated for the West End in 2026.
Moody, a seasoned barista whose career was forged in the high-stakes world of New York City’s elite coffee houses, is circling back to his Atlanta roots nearly five years after launching the wildly creative Academy Coffee ATL in the upscale Virginia-Highland neighborhood.
What’s Brewing at Auxiliary
While Academy delights with its whimsical signature cocktails and artistic flair, Auxiliary dials in on the essence of the bean itself—celebrating meticulously sourced coffees, exacting brewing techniques, and the nuanced flavors that elevate a simple cup to something sublime.Balancing his entrepreneurial portfolio, Moody will keep Academy humming in collaboration with Kinship Butcher & Sundry, his brother Myles Moody, and sister-in-law Rachael Pack.
The trio even has eyes on growth, with a fresh Kinship outpost in Grant Park set to debut in fall 2026—proof that Atlanta’s food and drink scene is as collaborative as it is caffeinated.
The spark for Auxiliary? A deep dive into Atlanta’s thriving coffee culture and the passionate team at Academy who craved a venue for elevated exploration.
“At Auxiliary, I am excited to give people the opportunity not just to drink coffee, but to engage in an abundance of community. Everyone is welcome regardless of their level of knowledge,” said Connan Moody. “We are trying to build a space that grows and thrives on differing perspectives. We are going to explore the world in Auxiliary, through coffee sourcing, brew methods, music and shared experience.”
- Espresso (2 oz)
- Espresso + Milk (4 oz / 8 oz / 12 oz)
- One + One (a side-by-side espresso tasting, milked and black)
- Pour Over (rotating single-origin beans)
- Cold Brew
- Chai Latte & Matcha Latte
True to its community ethos, the residency will spotlight rotating roasts from small, independent producers, hands-on workshops to demystify brewing, and events blending coffee with the arts.
Catch Moody himself slinging shots behind the bar on most days, ready to chat origins and techniques with fellow enthusiasts.Auxiliary’s hours cater to the early risers and weekend wanderers:
- Wednesday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
As New Orleans’ own coffee trailblazers—from historic Café du Monde to modern roasters like PJ’s—continue to inspire, spots like Auxiliary remind us that great brews know no borders. Atlanta’s West End just got a little more irresistible—mark your calendars for that 2026 brick-and-mortar debut.
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