Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Downtown

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1. The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View

4.4

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 104 times today

The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View welcomes diners to enjoy its modern, upscale setting and unbeatable views. Standing 723 feet above Peachtree Street, The Sun Dial is Atlanta's only tri-level dining complex that offers 360-degree panoramic views of the city's skyline. Diners enjoy seasonal contemporary-American dishes, inspired by local ingredients.With spectacular views and tantalizing menus to create the perfect ambiance, The Sun Dial Restaurant Bar & View truly is the ultimate Atlanta dining experience. *PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR ROTATION FEATURE IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE.IN THE MEANTIME, YOU MAY STILL ENJOY THE 360 DEGREE VIEWS AT THE SUN DIAL*

2. The Optimist

4.8

Exceptional(9038)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • West Midtown

Booked 60 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.

3. O-Ku - Atlanta

4.8

Exceptional(1832)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • West Midtown

Booked 25 times today

O-Ku Atlanta provides a fresh and innovative take on traditional Japanese sushi and cuisine. The Midtown restaurant offers rare and unique dining options along with traditional sashimi and specialty rolls, sourcing seafood from the finest fish markets in Tokyo and Hawaii alongside local and seasonal ingredients. Reminiscent of traditional Japanese culture, O-Ku's menu is comprised of signature starters, contemporary Japanese entrées and seasonal traditional sushi that reflect the uniquely designed space. Located in West Midtown's Westside Ironworks development, the bustling restaurant is positioned on the east side of the main building and features a spacious rooftop and bar overlooking the Midtown skyline.

4. Murphy's

4.8

Exceptional(5541)

Price: Moderate

• American • Virginia Highland

Booked 75 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.

5. Atrium

4.4

Awesome(232)

Price: Expensive

• American • Old Fourth Ward

Booked 6 times today

Atrium brings together our love of American cuisine and everything we’ve learned over the last few years. Oliva’s food sourcing philosophy and relationships with local purveyors and farmers are highlighted throughout the menu. Everything we consume, integrate, & create in our restaurants is to share flavorful moments that celebrate worldly cuisine, honor local ingredients, and deepen our connections through memorable experiences. The restaurant welcomes guests to escape to a different time and place when they enter the cozy lounge ensconced by colorful curtains with comfortable seating. To the left, a 1,200-square-foot parlor area complete with hand-painted tile by local artisan Charlotte Smith and a mural by Savannah-based artist Kipper Millsap. Inside the 4,000-square-foot bistro, diners are transported to an airy, serene wonderland with large factory windows, floral installations by Atlanta-based floral artist Pinker Times, and large pink banquettes.

6. Roshambo

4.6

Exceptional(581)

Price: Moderate

• American • Buckhead

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to Roshambo—a Modern American Restaurant with a touch of the classic diner. Open for dinner nightly and brunch Friday - Sunday, our diverse menus offer small plates, salads, sandwiches, and entrees, with the flexibility to enjoy breakfast for dinner or a proper sandwich anytime of the day. Whether you're here with friends, family, or for a special event, we're committed to ensuring your dining experience is unforgettable.

7. Reverence

4.6

Exceptional(101)

Price: Moderate

• Global, International • Midtown

Booked 2 times today

A chef-driven concept that pays respect to the flavors of the world: from the Mediterranean to the Sea of Japan to the great ingredients and producers of Georgia, reinterpreted through a modern perspective. Bring your loved ones or find new friends, working your way around a unique culinary experience. An inviting dining room with natural light, large outdoor patio and textural design elements form the perfect backdrop for an undoubtedly fun and exciting meal in Midtown.

8. St. Cecilia

4.8

Exceptional(4221)

Price: Very Expensive

• European • Buckhead

Booked 49 times today

St. Cecilia serves coastal European food – simple and thoughtful dishes inspired by the coastlines of Italy, Spain and France – in Buckhead’s Pinnacle Building. With an old-world, ingredient-driven approach, Executive Chef WF Fry displays the Italian trademarks that have always stood the test of time, but with versatile and local Southern ingredients. From Chef-Owner Ford Fry, St. Cecilia offers opportunities like fresh crudo and cured meats, seasonal entrees and Italian-inspired desserts.

9. Carmel

4.7

Exceptional(431)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Buckhead

Booked 11 times today

Carmel is a love letter to the coast—the ocean breeze, the freedom, the elements that make you feel so good when you’re next to the water. We serve Contemporary Seafood and embrace a gastronomic narrative centered around the celebration of premium seafood and seasonal produce. From the cozy yet elegant interior to the seasonal menu and craft cocktails, every detail reflects our passion for the oceanside experience.Our menu showcases high-quality, sustainable seafood skillfully paired with fresh, local ingredients. Whether it's sophisticated crudos, wood-fired oysters, fish, lobster, dry-aged steak, or vibrant cocktails, we would love to take you on a journey to your favorite waterfront destination. Let the ocean breeze carry you away...Weekday Lunch is served at Carmel’s Bar. We do not accept reservations for lunch, though walk-ins are always welcome at any time of day. Gratuity is applied to parties of 6+. Parties of 9+, please submit an inquiry at CarmelATL.com>Reservations.

10. Chido and Padre's

4.4

Awesome(696)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Buckhead

Booked 10 times today

Chido and Padre’s transports you instantly to the colorful eateries of Oaxaca, Puebla and Sinaloa, some of Mexico’s most celebrated food regions. Our dining room, decorated with vivid colors and Mexican art, sets the scene for our chefs’ vibrant flavors. Taking inspiration from the culinary traditions of Mexico’s heartland, we use both local & imported ingredients to create an exuberant menu that blends adventurous dishes with familiar favorites. Let our friendly servers take you on a tour that might include ultra-fresh aguachiles, hand-smashed guacamole, duck sopes, octopus tostadas, smoked beef cheek barbacoa or whole fish al pastor. Don’t miss our four scratch-made Oaxacan moles and handmade tortillas crafted from single-origin masa to cap off the experience. No meal here is complete without sips from our creative bar team. From juicy margaritas and palomas to under-the-radar mezcals and tequilas, one of our cocktails is a sure way to ease you into a vacation state of mind.

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Juritza
Atlanta Metro •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day 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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Katherine
Seattle / Eastern Washington •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The staff at Atrium were absolutely top notch!! Food was good, atmosphere was spectacular. Such a cute little gem inside Ponce City Market. If I’m back in Atlanta, I’d definitely go again. Side note: best French 75 I’ve ever had the pleasure of drinking!! Thanks Atrium 💚
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AtriumPrice: Expensive• American• Old Fourth Ward
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4.4
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dan
Atlanta Metro •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Incredible restaurant every time! Cara was an amazing server and made the night memorable. Signature Nigiri 🔥
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O-Ku - AtlantaPrice: Moderate• Japanese• West Midtown
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4.8
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Caroline
Atlanta Metro •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We made reservations at the Sun Dial to celebrate my eldest daughter’s birthday and they made our experience so special! The views are incredible of course, the food is phenomenal, and our server, Anna, was so engaging and kind and my girls absolutely loved her so much!
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The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & ViewPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.4
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Corey
Atlanta Metro •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
End of the week connection time for wifey and I over dinner at The Optimist was perfect. The ambiance, food, and the personableness of our server were all aligned for a great night out.
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The OptimistPrice: Expensive• Seafood• West Midtown
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4.8

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14 restaurants available nearby

1. The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View

2. The Optimist

3. O-Ku - Atlanta

4. Murphy's

5. Atrium

6. Roshambo

7. Reverence

8. St. Cecilia

9. Carmel

10. Chido and Padre's

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