Breakfast plates at Necessary Purveyor cost $9 to $18. Lunch sandwiches run $14 to $18, salads $13 to $16, and bigger plates $17 to $34. A latte is $7 and a drip coffee is $3.50. These prices are for the Atlanta cafe at Ponce City Market.

Necessary Purveyor sits on the ground floor of Scout Living at Ponce City Market. It is a cafe, a small market and an evening bar in one place. Mornings bring coffee, pastries and breakfast plates. Lunch is all about sandwiches and salads. After 5 PM, the raw bar and happy hour take over.

Below you will find the full price list, section by section. Every price here is a real menu price. We also added simple examples of what a meal costs, plus a few tips to spend less.

Location, Hours and Contact

You will find Necessary Purveyor at 639 Glen Iris Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30308. The phone number is 404-748-4085. It is close to the Beltline, so it works well after a walk or a bike ride.

The online ordering page showed hours of 8 AM to 9 PM on a Saturday. The raw bar and happy hour start at 5 PM, Wednesday through Sunday. Hours can change from day to day, so it is smart to check before you go.

Guests often mention that the line for coffee and pastries is separate from the line for food. If you only want a quick coffee, that saves a few minutes.

Breakfast and Brunch Menu Prices

The morning menu mixes light plates with filling ones. Most items fall between $9 and $18. The bagel and biscuit sandwiches are the cheapest way to start the day.

The B.E.C. comes with hickory smoked bacon, egg and yellow American cheese on a biscuit or bagel. The Omelette is made with aged gruyere and chives, and it comes with breakfast potatoes. The Scout Plate is the biggest breakfast: scrambled eggs, bacon or chicken sausage, avocado, tomato, potatoes and toast.

Pancakes

The pancakes are lemon ricotta with honey butter. A full stack is enough for a sweet breakfast, and a single one works as a small treat with coffee.

Breakfast Sides

Sides are priced one by one, so a big breakfast can add up. Bacon is the priciest side at $7.

Pastry Prices

The pastry list leans French, with croissants, danishes and a kouign amman. Prices are between $4 and $6. Pastry choices can change from day to day, so not every item may be there when you arrive.

Lunch Sandwich Prices

Sandwiches are the heart of the lunch menu. Most cost $14 to $18. They are served on focaccia, sourdough, a sesame hoagie roll or Tuscan bread, depending on the sandwich.

The Turkey Avo has maple glazed turkey, aged cheddar, avocado, clover sprouts and chipotle aioli. The Short Rib & Fontina pairs braised short rib with fontina, caramelized onion and herb mayo. The Cheesesteak uses shaved ribeye and white American cheese.

Rocko’s Cutlet is a breaded chicken sandwich topped with chopped caesar salad and calabrian chilis. A few sandwiches can sell out during the day, so have a backup in mind.

Baguette Sandwiches

These are the cheapest sandwiches on the menu. Each one costs $10, which makes them a good pick for a light lunch.

Salad Prices

Salads cost $13 to $16. They are made with organic greens, and the portions are meant to be a full lunch.

The Gem Salad is a lighter choice with feta, avocado, dill and candied pecans. The Cobb Salad is the heartiest, with grilled chicken, bacon, boiled egg and blue cheese.

Lunch Plates and Sides

If you want a knife-and-fork meal, the plates are the answer. They are also where the menu gets expensive. The Lobster Roll and the Steak Frites are the two biggest tickets at lunch.

The Lobster Roll is cold knuckle and claw meat on a buttered brioche roll, served with fries. The Steak Frites is a 10 oz hanger steak with house fries, herb mayo and the house steak sauce.

Lunch Sides

Evening Menu and Raw Bar

After 5 PM, Necessary Purveyor changes mood. The lights feel softer, the bar fills up, and the menu moves to shareable bites and heartier plates. Some lunch favorites, like the Cheesesteak and the Lobster Roll, also appear on the evening list.

The Necessary Smash Burger is a double patty with aged cheddar, white onion, dill pickles and secret sauce on a brioche bun. The kitchen does not allow substitutions on it.

Raw Bar and Happy Hour

The raw bar is the star at night. It serves oysters, seafood towers and crudo, and it runs Wednesday through Sunday from 5 PM. Raw bar items rotate, so we did not list them with a fixed price here.

Happy hour runs from 5 PM to 6 PM, Wednesday through Sunday. The best deal is oysters at $1.50 each. Arrive a little early, because that hour goes fast.

Coffee and Tea Prices

The cafe serves Bigface coffee. Drip and iced coffee are the cheapest options at $3.50. Espresso drinks go up from there, and matcha and chai are the priciest at $8.

Coffee Add-Ons

Flavors such as vanilla bean, salted caramel, lavender, strawberry, blueberry, honey and mocha add $0.60 each. An extra shot of espresso adds $1. You can pick whole milk or oat milk.

How Much Does a Meal Cost?

Here are a few easy examples. They use the menu prices above and do not include tax or tip.

As you can see, this is not a cheap cafe. It is closer to a sit-down lunch spot than a coffee shop. Many guests say one sandwich is big enough to share, which can bring the cost down.

Best Items to Try

Reviewers often point to the Short Rib & Fontina as a favorite sandwich. The Turkey Avo and the NP Cheesesteak also get good words. At the higher end, the Lobster Roll gets praise for its flavor, and the fried chicken has been called one of the best dishes.

For a sweet start, try the lemon ricotta pancakes or a pastry with your coffee. For a night out, begin with the happy hour oysters and then share a burger.

Tips to Spend Less

Go for a baguette sandwich at $10 instead of a $18 sandwich. Choose drip or iced coffee at $3.50 instead of a $7 latte. Skip the flavor syrup and save $0.60. Share fries, since a plate of House Fries is $7.

If you like oysters, come between 5 PM and 6 PM. Even a dozen at happy hour is far cheaper than ordering them later in the evening.

Vegetarian Options

There are several meat-free choices across the day. Always ask the staff about ingredients and allergens before you order, since recipes can change.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a sandwich at Necessary Purveyor?

Baguette sandwiches are $10. Lunch sandwiches are $14 to $18.

How much is a latte?

A latte is $7. Flavor syrup adds $0.60 and an extra shot adds $1.

Does Necessary Purveyor serve dinner?

Yes. There is an evening menu, and the raw bar runs Wednesday through Sunday from 5 PM. Check the current days before you visit.

Is there a happy hour?

Yes. Happy hour is 5 PM to 6 PM, Wednesday through Sunday, with oysters at $1.50 each.

Where is Necessary Purveyor?

It is at 639 Glen Iris Drive NE in Atlanta, on the ground floor of Scout Living at Ponce City Market.

Is the menu the same all day?

No. There are separate breakfast, lunch and evening menus, plus coffee and pastries. Some items rotate, and a few can sell out.

Necessary Purveyor is a stylish all-day spot with a menu that works for a quick coffee or a long dinner. Sandwiches at $14 to $18 are the main draw, and the happy hour oysters are the best bargain.