Agave

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4.9

3616 Reviews

$30 and under

Southwest

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southwest
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(404) 588-0006
Website
http://www.agaverestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jack Sobel

Location
242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
Neighborhood
Cabbagetown
Cross street
Carroll St. SE
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
King Memorial (Blue, Green)
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Homemade Guacamole$12.00
Vine ripe avocados, tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, lime juice and cilantro.
Southwestern Shrimp Spring Rolls$13.00
Chopped gulf shrimp, serranos, Napa cabbage, and carrots in rice paper, flash fried and served with a chilled tomatillo salsa and red pepper jelly. Hand rolled and homemade daily!
Mexican Taquitos$12.50
Shredded chicken breast & green chile, fried crisp in white corn tortillas over roasted tomatillo sauce and topped with pico de gallo, queso fresco, Napa cabbage & citrus crema.
Agave Meatballs$12.00
Homemade veal, chorizo & Hatch green chile slow cooked meatballs in a New Mexico red chile & tomato sauce.
Quesadilla$12.50
Hickory, house smoked hand pulled chicken breast, Hatch green chile, roasted red peppers, mild cheddar topped with sour cream, guacamole and citrus corn salsa.
Grilled Street Corn$9.00
Two fresh, chargrilled, sweet yellow corn on the cob, topped with a spicy roasted garlic butter, lime crema & queso fresco.
House Smoked Pecan Trout$15.50
Pecan smoked mountain trout with chopped red onion and basil over a three pepper and roasted tomato grits cake, marinated tomato and a habanero tomatillo drizzle.
Cayenne Fried Calamari$16.50
Fresh premium calamari, fried crispy and served with a poblano aioli and a jalapeno jelly for dipping.
Shredded Pork Taco$13.50
Shredded slow cooked pork, Hatch green chile, black beans, sautéed onions & cheddar cheese in a flour tortilla over a tomatillo salsa with lime crema.
Guajillo Mussels$17.50
Fresh Prince Edward Isle Canadian mussels steamed in our signature red chile citrus wine broth with fresh basil, garlic, lime and served with a hot flour tortilla.
Queso Fundito$12.00
Mild cheddar & mozzarella cheese baked over a New Mexico chorizo pork chile.
Spicy Tuna Crudo$15.00
Chile rubbed seared sashimi tuna, served rare and drizzled with a spicy serrano soy, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil & lemon sauce topped with serranos, avocado & cucumbers.
Fried Lobster Tail$16.75
A fresh flash fried 5 oz. Maine lobster tail tossed in our spicy cayenne batter and served with drawn chile butter.

Salads & Soups

Southwestern Chopped Salad$10.00
Chopped field greens & spinach tossed in a citrus red wine vinaigrette with red onions, black beans, poblanos, mangos, red peppers, and cilantro topped with a cayenne ranch drizzle.
Agave Caesar$9.50
Chopped romaine hearts with a classic homemade caesar dressing, topped with marinated anchovies and parmesan.
Hatch Green Chile Stew$9.00
A hearty stew with New Mexico Hatch green chile, beef tenderloin, sauteed onions, potatoes and fresh corn. Served with a warm flour tortilla.
Traditional Posole$8.00
A New Mexico holiday soup with Guajillo chile, braised pulled pork, hominy, Hatch green chile, and caramelized onions with lime wedges and a flour tortilla.
Chicken Poblano Soup$7.50
Chicken breast, seared poblanos, and roasted corn in a light cream and homemade chicken broth.

What 3,616 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

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Atlanta Metro
Best Value
Atlanta
Best Overall
Atlanta
Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Agave offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "delicious" drinks, especially the margaritas, and the warm, intimate atmosphere. Known for its "excellent value," this Atlanta favorite consistently impresses with a diverse menu featuring "fresh, flavorful" southwestern cuisine. Perfect for any occasion!

3,616 Reviews

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Stephen
Nashville
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve been going to Agave since it opened 24 years ago. I no longer live in Atlanta but am so happy it’s still here. The food,ambience and service are just as wonderful as they were back then. It remains one of my favorite places to eat when I come to town.
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Cherise
Los Angeles
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
As always, I hate the valet parking. It takes way too long for them to park and get your car. The parking lot is big enough for people to park their own car. The valet is the worst of the entire dining experience. Everyone else from the host to the chef are extraordinary. If you can get past the disdainful valet, I say definitely try this place. The food is amazing!
AgaveResponded 3 days ago
Thanks for the vote of confidence, Cherise!! I appreciate the acknowledgement. Wishing we didn't lose a star for the valet. We just switched Valet companies to improve the level of service for the guests. There are many reasons why we have to pay a valet company: -The valet protects the vehicles in our lot. When we didn't have one, car windows were smashed out regularly. -Yes, some nights there is a place to park, but there are many nights the lot is full and we need to maximize the lot in order to fill empty tables. -The restaurants down the street from us (who have little to no parking) have been utilizing our lot and valet that we pay for which also fills up our parking lot. I hope you understand the need for it! Love and Light, Chef Jack
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Kenneth
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience. Food was delicious and the service, magnificent.
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Amanda
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We live about an hour outside of the city and drive in to eat Agave every few months. My boyfriend loves the crawfish pasta and I usually have either red pepper salmon or scallops. We've never had a bad experience here. We love everything about Agave, minus the traffic for us to get there.
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Tori
Atlanta Metro
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great time and meal at Agave! See you next time.
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Robert
Atlanta Metro
42 reviews
vip
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Agave is a neighborhood gem. Always good food and service.
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Joey
Atlanta Metro
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic, as usual. Seating and service was prompt. Waiter attentive and helpful. Overall a great experience. My only negative is that the overhead music was too loud for my taste.
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Kent
Atlanta Metro
51 reviews
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful menu and love that they kept our chips and salsa coming!
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Angela
Atlanta Metro
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We got engaged at Agave. We absolutely love and appreciate our incredible server, James! He is the best and truly cares about the customer and the experience of the customers.
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Tori
Atlanta Metro
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening with great drinks and food! Lisa makes the best drinks! I’ve been enjoying this restaurant for 20 years!
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FAQs

Agave offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 588-0006.

Agave is rated 4.9 stars by 3616 OpenTable diners.

Agave does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 32 times today

Order delivery or takeout

242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

Additional information

Cross street
Carroll St. SE
Neighborhood
Cabbagetown
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Southwest
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
King Memorial (Blue, Green)
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jack Sobel
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.agaverestaurant.com/
Phone number
(404) 588-0006

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Agave

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Southwestern Shrimp Spring Rolls

Queso Fundito

Tenderloin Medallions

Starters

Homemade Guacamole$12.00

Southwestern Shrimp Spring Rolls$13.00

Mexican Taquitos$12.50

Agave Meatballs$12.00

Quesadilla$12.50

Grilled Street Corn$9.00

House Smoked Pecan Trout$15.50

Cayenne Fried Calamari$16.50

Shredded Pork Taco$13.50

Guajillo Mussels$17.50

Queso Fundito$12.00

Spicy Tuna Crudo$15.00

Fried Lobster Tail$16.75

Salads & Soups

Southwestern Chopped Salad$10.00

Agave Caesar$9.50

Hatch Green Chile Stew$9.00

Traditional Posole$8.00

Chicken Poblano Soup$7.50

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Agave offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Agave restaurant rated?

Does Agave offer gift cards?

Is Agave currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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