ParkGrounds, the Reynoldstown Dog Park Coffee Shop
For a while I've been hearing about a little coffee, breakfast, and lunch spot in Reynoldstown that caters as much to dogs as to people. ParkGrounds offers pour-over coffee, local baked goods, and plenty of sandwiches, as well as homemade ice cream, teas, and Cabbagetown Chai. But what really sets them apart is the off-leash dog park they have on the premises for all those four-legged Atlantans. Being the proud mama to a beautiful little mutt, today I decided to take her down to check the place out.
ParkGrounds is an unassuming little joint off Flat Shoals in the heart of historic Reynoldstown. It's the sort of place where artsy types meet hip urbanites meet local food enthusiasts meet anyone and everyone with a dog intown. The interior is cozy, with plenty of comfy seating and free wi-fi for those needing to get things done. But since I came with Pippi in tow, I was interested in the outside.
I grabbed a guacamole-smothered breakfast burrito and a coffee for lunch and went out to the patio, where a few other individuals were seated, some of whom were on laptops (it appears that the wi-fi network extends outside, which is always nice). The dog park area is not too huge but still enough for the eight or so pups there to romp sufficiently. There were water dishes and bags are provided in case nature calls. The prominently placed fire hydrant in the center led to some chuckles, as well.
Pippi is a bit shy, so she mainly wandered around sniffing at things and chasing one of the provided tennis balls when I threw it, but she slowly began to open up and make friends with some of the other dogs. I was happy to see that the other owners there seem to be diligent and keep an eye on their canines in case things get rough. Both the staff and the clientele are friendly and dog-loving, which helped make the visit a success, pleasing both the timid puppy and her blog-brained owner.
So if you're in downtown Atlanta, Reynoldstown, Cabbagetown, Grant Park, or the Old Fourth Ward and lamenting the lack of a city-provided dog park closer than Piedmont, come on down to ParkGrounds and grab a coffee and let your best friend get some much-deserved romping in. Pippi gives it two paws up!
And remember, the apartments at the nearby Pencil Factory is pet friendly and allow dogs up to 45 lbs for a small fee.For a while I've been hearing about a little coffee, breakfast, and lunch spot in Reynoldstown that caters as much to dogs as to people. ParkGrounds offers pour-over coffee, local baked goods, and plenty of sandwiches, as well as homemade ice cream, teas, and Cabbagetown Chai. But what really sets them apart is the off-leash dog park they have on the premises for all those four-legged Atlantans. Being the proud mama to a beautiful little mutt, today I decided to take her down to check the place out.
ParkGrounds is an unassuming little joint off Flat Shoals in the heart of historic Reynoldstown. It's the sort of place where artsy types meet hip urbanites meet local food enthusiasts meet anyone and everyone with a dog intown. The interior is cozy, with plenty of comfy seating and free wi-fi for those needing to get things done. But since I came with Pippi in tow, I was interested in the outside.
I grabbed a guacamole-smothered breakfast burrito and a coffee for lunch and went out to the patio, where a few other individuals were seated, some of whom were on laptops (it appears that the wi-fi network extends outside, which is always nice). The dog park area is not too huge but still enough for the eight or so pups there to romp sufficiently. There were water dishes and bags are provided in case nature calls. The prominently placed fire hydrant in the center led to some chuckles, as well.
Pippi is a bit shy, so she mainly wandered around sniffing at things and chasing one of the provided tennis balls when I threw it, but she slowly began to open up and make friends with some of the other dogs. I was happy to see that the other owners there seem to be diligent and keep an eye on their canines in case things get rough. Both the staff and the clientele are friendly and dog-loving, which helped make the visit a success, pleasing both the timid puppy and her blog-brained owner.
So if you're in downtown Atlanta, Reynoldstown, Cabbagetown, Grant Park, or the Old Fourth Ward and lamenting the lack of a city-provided dog park closer than Piedmont, come on down to ParkGrounds and grab a coffee and let your best friend get some much-deserved romping in. Pippi gives it two paws up!
And remember, the apartments at the nearby Pencil Factory is pet friendly and allow dogs up to 45 lbs for a small fee.
