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Diners' Choice: Southern restaurants in Atlanta

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Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Southern cuisine in Atlanta? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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4.8
4.8 (564)
$30 and under
Southern
Canton
About the restaurant
Seasonal Chef driven meat and two restaurant featuring upscale southern favorites.
Top review
Michael
Dined 5 days ago
Once again we had an outstanding meal and enjoyed the wait staff. It's always a pleasure to spend an evening at a warm and friendly restaurant.
A photo of South City Kitchen Midtown restaurant
4.7
4.7 (7043)
$31 to $50
Southern
Midtown
About the restaurant
Humble foods with a surprising sophistication are exactly what South City Kitchen Midtown fries up daily. The buzz of Atlanta and the warmth of Southern hospitality combine to convey the story of the new South. As you’re welcomed around the table, their exhibition-style kitchen prepares elevated down-home classics, like she-crab soup, fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, and buttermilk fried chicken that has found itself in Yelp’s Top Five Best Fried Chicken in the nation.
Top review
TommyVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Our favorite restaurant! Great food and service. Thanks for another great date night!
A photo of South City Kitchen Buckhead restaurant
4.7
4.7 (3300)
$31 to $50
Southern
Buckhead
About the restaurant
Cross the slow-cooked flavors of the South with the fast-paced energy of Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood and you’ll find yourself at South City Kitchen Buckhead. As the great Atlanta skyline sets the scene, Southern staples like fried green tomatoes, banana pudding, and shrimp and grits fill the air from their exhibition-style kitchen. Dine the way the new South intended at South City Kitchen.
Top review
TanishaVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Riley was our server and she was amazing!! Great personality and very attentive. Food was delicious and drinks were yummy.
A photo of Old Vinings Inn restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2853)
$31 to $50
Southern
Vinings
About the restaurant
In the quaint & historic town of Vinings, Old Vinings Inn is steeped in fond memories and heritage. Our house has served many functions in its past - a post office, a general store, a filling station - and for the last 25 years we welcome you into our home celebrating life& milestones or just simply an elegant, gracious, and tasteful Southern dining experience!

We serve classic Southern fare like our famous Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Shrimp & Grits plus amazing modern Southern cuisine prepared with locally sourced ingredients by our Executive Chef. Visit our Attic Bar for live music Thursday through Saturday nights!

Join us today and be a part of history in the making!

Top review
Duke
Dined 4 days ago
Great first time experience for V Day. Everything was perfect
A photo of The Mill Kitchen and Bar restaurant
4.7
4.7 (3049)
$30 and under
Southern
Roswell
About the restaurant
Modernized, Southern Comfort Food in Roswell, GA. The Mill Kitchen and Bar, the The quintessential Southern neighborhood restaurant, is a down-to-earth spot, where the casual vibe is heightened by the mouth-watering cuisine, the culinary-inspired cocktails, the large selection of craft beers and the thoughtfully selected wine list. Whether a guest prefers the well-appointed dining room, the comfortable bar or the sizeable patio complete with a fireplace, it is a gathering spot for those who want to conjure up their favorite memories or create new ones. We invite you to visit our popular Roswell Restaurant!

Top review
Frank
Dined 1 day ago
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our time at The Mill Kitchen and Bar last evening.  The food was great, the service was awesome and we felt like a part of the family.  The hospitality, friendliness and the quality dining experience that Assistant GM Falon Pagliocca and her staff provide are top notch! We actually went there to enjoy the Tuesday $12 burger promotion and the burgers were out of this world. My wife even commented to me that the Mill Burger has now become her all-time favorite burger! Kudos also to Brianna, our server who was amazing. We will be returning to the Mill more often as this visit reminded us of why we liked this place so much after all! Thank you Falon and staff for the awesome experience!
A photo of Paschal's Restaurant restaurant
4.4
4.4 (1727)
$30 and under
Southern
Castleberry Hill
About the restaurant
Located in the heart of the historic Castleberry Hill Neighborhood you will find Paschal’s Atlanta Restaurant; an icon completes with a rich history from six decades.

Paschal’s is known for its exceptional Southern Cuisine, upscale atmosphere, and a retro style that gives customers the perfect southern hospitality experience.

Paschal's enhances its dining experience with warm and inviting private and semi -private dining areas. Whatever the occasion; weddings, family reunions, business meetings, or special celebrations, Paschal’s is the perfect choice, and we look forward to serving you.

Please Note: Maximum Capacity for open Table reservations, will be 8 guests maximum for each table. Paschal's Restaurant only accept large parties in the open table system 8 guests at a time, at each table. You will be charged 10$ per person for cancelations of parties that are 8 or more. We do not accept Cash payments at Paschal's Restaurant.

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Vanessa
Dined 3 days ago
Came here for my sister’s birthday and we enjoyed everything. Will be back when I return from NY.
A photo of Crescent City Kitchen restaurant
4.5
4.5 (175)
$30 and under
Southern
Virginia Highland
About the restaurant
Crescent City Kitchen is Atlanta's premier dining destination where we have elevated the typical dining experience with our signature creation - the Croffle! Our signature croffles are an innovative twist on a classic brunch favorite, delightful marriage of a crispy waffle and buttery croissant.

We invite you to indulge in a unique and delicious culinary experience as you savor the golden perfection of the croffle which can be perfectly paired with your favorite toppings and accompaniments, as well a wide array of our specialty cultivated dishes and your favorites that we added our touch to.

We welcome you to join us at Crescent City Kitchen for brunch or dinner and treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind dining experience that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

Top review
Brooke
Dined 2 days ago
We had a great brunch! The food was yummy. Our server was Aaron and he was extremely attentive and kind to our family of three. For those with small children—we dined with our 13mo old and though there were only a few tables eating alongside us (one couple, and one with school aged children) there were no high chairs available so our daughter sat on my lap during our meal. We will dine here again!
A photo of South City Kitchen Vinings restaurant
4.6
4.6 (4380)
$30 and under
Southern
Vinings
About the restaurant
South City Kitchen Vinings gives Southern food a modern, upscale spin in a warm setting perfect for gathering with friends and family.

South City signatures like buttermilk fried chicken and creamy banana pudding share the spotlight with seasonal dishes served exclusively in Vinings, an extensive beer selection, and adventurous wine and cocktail lists. Savor these flavors during dinner, Sunday brunch or your next private dining event.

Top review
MickVIP
Dined 3 days ago
As usual, we had a terrific experience at South City Vinings. Brittney was engaging and attentive as always, and recommended a new wine for us to try along with the fish special of the day. Both were great! We are always greeted by the manager and the hostess as if we are special guest.
A photo of South City Kitchen Avalon restaurant
4.5
4.5 (2485)
$31 to $50
Southern
Alpharetta
About the restaurant
South City Kitchen Avalon continues the beloved tradition of elevated Southern cuisine and genuine hospitality with daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner and weekend brunch in Alpharetta’s premier dining and retail destination.

Enjoy our sophisticated Southern food: South City Kitchen signatures are offered in addition to seasonal, chef-driven southern creations exclusive to the Avalon location.

Whether you’re staying at the Hotel at Avalon for business or enjoying Avalon’ s awesome shopping and entertainment, we look forward to introducing our iconic cuisine to a new neighborhood.

Top review
Joe
Dined 3 days ago
Great food, service and vibe! Food quality was superb and the cocktails were made to perfection!
A photo of Sweet Georgia's Juke Joint restaurant
4.4
4.4 (2051)
$30 and under
Southern
Downtown
About the restaurant
Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint is the continuation of a deep history of music, food, drink and socializing in the South. Located in the former Macy’s building in the heart of downtown Atlanta at the iconic 200 Peachtree St. address, Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint brings to the city a place to relax while enjoying live entertainment and exceptional cuisine. A per person entertainment fee will be applied to your bill, this does not apply on Sunday's. Historically, juke joints originated in the rural outskirts of many southern towns to give African American communities a place to kick back and unwind after a long week of work. Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint represents diverse culture, featuring music across all genres and popular hits throughout American history. An imaginative menu makes Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint a staple in Atlanta’s downtown restaurant scene and the allure of traditional juke joints is showcased in the restaurant’s design.
Top review
Lashika
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful customer service from Olivia and she makes amazing drinks. The food perfectly made with delicious dessert
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