Restaurants in Atlanta

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Atlanta’s restaurant scene reflects the city’s status as a gateway to and from the Southeast, offering beloved bastions of Southern and soul food (do... Read More

Atlanta’s restaurant scene reflects the city’s status as a gateway to and from the Southeast, offering beloved bastions of Southern and soul food (don’t miss the fried chicken and Brunswick stew at Mary Mac’s Tea Room) as well as eclectic contemporary fare (like the Japanese small plates at Miso Izakaya). The best restaurants in Atlanta are a diverse and compelling mix that includes divey spots like Vortex Bar & Grill and inventive offerings from restaurateurs Ford Fry (JCT. Kitchen, St. Cecilia) and Kevin Rathbun (Rathbun’s, Krog Bar).

For a special night out, head to Bacchanalia, where the industrial setting is a striking counterpoint to the sophisticated five-course tasting menu, or Atlas, which offers impeccably crafted local fare prepared by a French Laundry alum in an art-filled, romantic setting.

For more casual fare, Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q is a can’t-miss stop on any serious barbecue lover’s tour of the city. And patrons line up at Holeman and Finch Public House for a taste of their revered, formerly limited-supply burgers, which used to be served only at 10 p.m.; the burgers are now available around the clock, but are no less popular.

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  • Antico Pizza Napoletana Restaurant in Atlanta Alamy
    Antico Pizza Napoletana

    Part of the Westside's "Little Italia" district, this BYOB spot serves a Neapolitan-style pizza that keep the crowds coming until the kitchen runs out... Read More

  • Aria Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Aria
    Aria

    At Aria, owner and executive chef Gerry Klaskala crafts inventive Nouveau American fare such as Niman Ranch slow-roasted pork shoulder and Zinfandel... Read More

  • Atlas Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Atlas
    Atlas

    Dine just inches from original works by Picasso, Van Gogh, Chagall, and Matisse at this chef-driven, upscale restaurant in the St. Regis Atlanta. Read More

  • Bacchanalia Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Bacchanalia
    Bacchanalia

    Since 1993, partner chefs Anne Quatrano and Clifford Harrison have drawn raves for their seasonal, all-organic menus—often using produce grown on their... Read More

  • Bones Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Bones
    Bones

    This clubby Buckhead chophouse—known for its legendary steak, seafood, and service—has been open since 1979. Popular with the business crowd, it offers... Read More

  • Canoe Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Canoe
    Canoe

    The picturesque setting on the banks of the Chattahoochee River is reason enough to visit this refined new American restaurant. Read More

  • Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q
    Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q

    The kitchen here dishes up a mean Brunswick stew (a required Georgia 'cue accompaniment), delicious pulled pork with baked beans, and some of Atlanta's... Read More

  • General Muir Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of General Muir
    General Muir

    This sophisticated Jewish deli in the Emory area is known for its house-cured and smoked pastrami, and bagels that are kettle-boiled and hand-rolled,... Read More

  • Gunshow Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Gunshow
    Gunshow

    Inspired by Brazilian churrascarias and dim sum–style dining, chef Kevin Gillespie's one-of-a-kind eatery features rolling carts of creative, ever... Read More

  • Holeman and Finch Public House Restaurant in Atlanta Beall + Thomas Photography
    Holeman and Finch Public House

    Serving pub classics and Southern favorites like fish and chips or deviled eggs alongside specialties like foie gras terrine, the chefs at Holeman &... Read More

  • JCT. Kitchen Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of JCT. Kitchen
    JCT. Kitchen

    Patrons return to this Westside favorite again and again for sophisticated takes on fried chicken, bacon macaroni and cheese, and "Angry Mussels" made... Read More

  • Kimball House Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Kimball House
    Kimball House

    The eclectic, Southern-inflected menu features items like catfish stew with graham dumplings and grilled Gulf shrimp with sauce antiboise. Read More

  • Local Three Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Local Three
    Local Three

    Tucked away in a mixed-use development, this New American eatery features handcrafted furniture and eclectic "Big Lebowski"–inspired decor. Read More

  • Mary Mac's Tea Room Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Mary Mac's Tea Room
    Mary Mac's Tea Room

    If you only have one meal out in Atlanta, make sure it's in the yellow-painted, country-kitchen-style dining room of this 60-year-old Atlanta... Read More

  • Miso Izakaya Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Miso Izakaya
    Miso Izakaya

    Small plates reign at chef and owner Guy Wong's Japanese pub in Old Fourth Ward. Start with a creative cocktail and move on to spring rolls and miso... Read More

  • Octopus Bar Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Octopus Bar
    Octopus Bar

    In an unmarked room behind an East Atlanta pho house, the late-night crowd (including chefs and industry minions) gathers to swap stories and shoot... Read More

  • Rathbun's Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Rathbun's
    Rathbun's

    This industrially chic, new American dining room was the first of chef Kevin Rathbun's Inman Park restaurants. Dine on small plates of charred octopus... Read More

  • The Optimist Restaurant in Atlanta Andrew Thomas Lee
    The Optimist

    Whether you swing by the first-come, first-served oyster bar or go for a full meal at the barrel-vaulted main restaurant, it's clear that chef Adam... Read More

  • Umi Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Umi
    Umi

    See and be seen at this slightly hidden sushi spot that features a top-notch, fresh sushi menu and a sleek interior by Atlanta artist and designer Todd... Read More

  • Vortex Bar & Grill Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Vortex Bar & Grill
    Vortex Bar & Grill

    Walk through the giant skull entrance of Vortex Bar & Grill into a room strewn with eclectic decor and order a big, juicy burger. Read More

  • Wrecking Bar Brewpub Restaurant in Atlanta Courtesy of Wrecking Bar Brewpub
    Wrecking Bar Brewpub

    The locally sourced menu contains some expected items—corn dogs, fries, and beer-boiled peanuts—but it also offers an impressive selection of creative... Read More

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