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1. Marcel
4.7
Exceptional(4148)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • West Midtown
Booked 66 times today
Marcel is a first-rate steakhouse and bar in Atlanta’s Westside Provisions District. Named after Marcel Cerdan, the iconic French fighter and romantic, Marcel transports guests to the days when people appreciated every moment, when dull care was forgotten, when love lingered over the best meals – including, pound-for-pound, the best steaks money can buy. Indulge in our award winning wine list, recognized by Wine Enthusiast Magazine as one of America's 100 Best Wine Restaurants.
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2. TWO urban licks
4.7
Exceptional(12063)
Price: Expensive
• American • Poncey-Highland
Booked 52 times today
TWO urban licks is a neighborhood gem with a unique blend of modern and hip ambiance. The restaurant's food and service consistently receive rave reviews, with customers describing it as 'fantastic', 'excellent', and 'terrific'. The live music adds a lively touch, making it an enjoyable dining experience. The location, with Beltline views, is a cherry on top.
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3. Beetlecat
4.7
Exceptional(3033)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Inman Park
Booked 41 times today
Featuring raw oysters and fresh seafood with international influences from executive chef Eddie Barrett, BeetleCat is a trendy restaurant and bar in Atlanta’s Inman Park neighborhood. The menu transports you to the New England coast at the upstairs dining room and oyster bar, while the downstairs Den lends itself to a 70s surf shack. Enjoy fresh air on one of the two patios, both upstairs and downstairs. BeetleCat is open nightly for dinner and offers brunch in the Den on Saturdays and Sundays.
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4. The Optimist
4.8
Exceptional(9042)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • West Midtown
Booked 80 times today
The Optimist brings a seaside fish camp experience to landlocked Atlantans. The ever-changing menu features high-quality, sustainable seafood masterfully paired with fresh, local ingredients. From sophisticated, daily-catch dishes to crudos and beachside classics, chef-owner Ford Fry’s the Optimist transports guests to their favorite coastal haunts.
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5. Murphy's
4.8
Exceptional(5542)
Price: Moderate
• American • Virginia Highland
Booked 90 times today
For over 40 years, Murphy's has ranked among Atlanta's best restaurants, famous for best brunch and creative lunch and dinner cuisine. Chef Matt McCarthy creates seasonal American menus with small plates to share, salads, and favorite entrees: Brisket, Salmon, Roasted Chicken, and Steaks. Our in-house Pastry Chef Kassie Ruffin, creates fresh pastries and desserts. Our retail wine shop provides outstanding wines to diners by the glass or bottle at value prices, with wine tastings, wine flight happy hours and wine dinners weekly and monthly. The decor combines exposed-brick walls with French café doors to divide tables among quiet spaces ideal for conversation, either inside the cozy dining room or outside on the patio. Valet parking during peak hours. Private dining available. Our Patio seating is first come, first served and seats only parties of 4 or less. Requests for patio seating are not guaranteed. Inclement weather will also cause us to close all patio seating.
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6. Ray's in the City
4.6
Exceptional(6863)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 32 times today
Ray's in the City offers seafood flown-in-daily, prime steaks & chops, an award-winning wine list, hand-crafted cocktails, and a professional service staff. We look forward to serving you!
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7. no. 246
4.8
Exceptional(3612)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Decatur
Booked 74 times today
No. 246 offers “OG” red sauce, classic Italian – a reimagined direction that marks a new era for the Decatur gem, paying homage to the old-school, Italian dining scenes of yesteryear. From chefs Drew Belline and Ford Fry, the menu showcases the likes of spicy rigatoni vodka and a bowl of meatballs in gravy plus remixed, throwback to classics like calamari marinara, cheesy garlic bread, Nonna-approved pizzas and pastas and secondi crowd-pleasers like chicken al limone and shrimp scampi – plus classic cocktails and a carefully curated wine list of American and Italian standouts. For more information on our Chef's Counter, please visit our website.
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8. South City Kitchen Midtown
4.7
Exceptional(6969)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Midtown
Booked 50 times today
South City Kitchen Midtown serves Southern classics with a sophisticated spin from an iconic bungalow in the heart of Midtown Atlanta. Since opening more than two decades ago and changing the landscape of Southern cuisine and the Atlanta restaurant scene, we’ve been serving signature dishes like fried chicken and shrimp & grits alongside innovative, inspired regional cuisine.Our nationally-recognized food and wine list and service come together seamlessly for weekday lunch, weekend brunch, nightly dinner and group dining events.Whether you’re in Atlanta on business, enjoying a romantic night out on the town or meeting up with friends before a show, dine with us and enjoy the best contemporary southern food in Atlanta.
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9. La Tavola Trattoria
4.8
Exceptional(4713)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Virginia Highland
Booked 32 times today
La Tavola Trattoria is a neighborhood gem in Atlanta's Virginia Highland. Known for its cozy vibe, delicious food, and excellent service, it has consistently high ratings from customers. Reviewers love the warm and inviting atmosphere, and the food, from the house-made pasta to the steak, is often described as amazing. The restaurant also offers a great selection of wine and cocktails. Its ambiance is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a romantic dinner or a Sunday dinner with the family. As one reviewer put it, 'La Tavola continues to be a neighborhood gem.'
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10. Agave
4.9
Exceptional(3616)
Price: Moderate
• Southwest • Cabbagetown
Booked 32 times today
Established in October of 2000 and set in the historic Cotton Mill general store, Agave has been named the Best Southwestern Restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia. This eclectic southwestern eatery appeals to a wide cross section of taste and styles while focusing on guest satisfaction in the high energy dining room & bar.
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  • Sarah
    Atlanta Metro •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food was delicious! The oysters were outstanding and the lobster roll was out of this world!! We also had the apple dessert for a birthday celebration and it was delicious too. Our waitress Destiny was so kind and knowledgeable! We will definitely be back!
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    BeetlecatPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Inman Park
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    4.7
  • Jillvip
    Greater Boston •28 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Spectacular! Magical evening dining at Marcel! From the moment we entered - from start to finish, impeccable service, attention to every detail! We were seated in the beautiful dining room, nice ambiance and decor, attractive lighting! Nick was our server and he was the best! Knowledgeable, articulate, funny, and always there at the right times! He made our dining experience so enjoyable! Salads were prepared well, Steaks, Chicken, Lobster Risotto all cooked to perfection! Nice presentation of sides - lots of Potato selections to choose from as well as other options to complement the Meal. Great Wine selection - Place is Fabulous!!!
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    MarcelPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Midtown
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    4.7
  • Marilyn
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The Optimist is always on our list when visiting Atlanta! Great food, great service and all around a wonderful experience each and every time
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    The OptimistPrice: Expensive• Seafood• West Midtown
    •
    4.8
  • Grant
    Atlanta Metro •59 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Always an excellent experience. Always look forward to my next visit
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    TWO urban licksPrice: Expensive• American• Poncey-Highland
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    4.7
  • Juritza
    Atlanta Metro •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    First time going there. Everything was really good! This was my first time eating chicken burger and they didn’t disappoint me. Food was very good with reasonable prices. Staff was nice and polite. We made a reservation and didn’t have to wait at all. We arrived and went straight to the table. The even took in count my request for space for the stroller. I would recommend it. The only bad thing is that brunch is only for weekends .
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    Murphy'sPrice: Moderate• American• Virginia Highland
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    4.8

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