Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Virginia Highland

99 restaurants available nearby

1. TWO urban licks

4.7

Exceptional(12061)

Price: Expensive

• American • Poncey-Highland

Booked 45 times today

TWO Urban Licks' incredible wood-fired cuisine, live rotating rotisseries, unique 26 foot wine on tap barrel wall (the first in the country!), funky live blues, Beltline views and the "wow" design centered around the floor to ceiling Todd Murphy painting lit by a gas lamp wall make TWO truly one of a kind.The innovative, domestic and international, wine program consists solely of stainless steel barrels of wine displayed in a 26 foot, glass and steel, temperature controlled tower situated prominently in the restaurant. The Bar also boasts 4 in house draft cocktails, infusions and a state of the art beer program. TWO has garnered an abundance accolades including Conde Nast Traveler's "Hot List", Bon Appetit's "Hot 50 Tables" and one of Rachael Ray's "favorite restaurants" in the country by Instyle Magazine. Nominated locally year after year as "Best Restaurant Scene" and "best place to take an out of towner", guests keep coming back for dinner and weekend brunch!

2. 9 Mile Station

4.6

Exceptional(549)

Price: Moderate

• American • Midtown

Booked 55 times today

9 Mile Station is located right off the Atlanta Beltline on the rooftop of Atlanta's historic Ponce City Market. Offering creative American grill cuisine with regional influences, our menus change regularly based on seasonality and product availability. The 9 Mile Station dining room incorporates an open-style kitchen where you can observe our chefs during your visit. Enjoy one of the best views of the Atlanta Skyline with our unrivaled cocktails here on The Roof at Ponce City Market!

3. Ela

4.7

Exceptional(270)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Virginia Highland

Booked 31 times today

Ela Mezze + Spirits is a culinary journey through the diverse tapestry of the Mediterranean, with a welcoming twist that beckons you to explore further. Situated in the vibrant neighborhood of VaHi, Ela takes patrons on a Grand Tour of flavors including charcoal-grilled meats, fresh seafood, spices, regional wines and curated cocktails influenced by travels from Morocco to Greece, Israel, Turkey and back. A testament to the region’s history of trade and cultural exchange, Ela’s offerings result in a sensory mosaic as vast and intricate as the sea itself and the lands surrounding it. At Ela everything is shareable, because to us, the best dishes spark the best stories, especially when surrounded by friends -- both old and new.

4. 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.

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5. South City Kitchen Midtown

4.7

Exceptional(6963)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Midtown

Booked 56 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.

6. Whiskey Bird

4.8

Exceptional(209)

Price: Moderate

• American • Morningside-Lenox Park

Booked 27 times today

Whiskey Bird is a casual spot in Atlanta’s Virginia Highland/Morningside neighborhood serving Pacific Rim-inspired dishes and classic cocktails. What's popular? Our crispy brussels sprouts, yakitori, gyoza tacos, chopped salad, poke bowl, WB burger, panko-crusted chicken, and Thai steak and noodle salad all top the list. For brunch, our jumbo breakfast burritos, Hong Kong chicken and waffles, "bao benedict", and avocado toast always seem to hit the spot.

7. Yeppa & Co

4.7

Exceptional(670)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Buckhead

Booked 105 times today

Welcome to YEPPA & Co.! Named for a verbal exclamation expressing joy and excitement. Created by the minds behind Storico Fresco and Forza Storico, our menu draws inspiration from the sun-kissed coastal city of Rimini in Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, nestled along the Adriatic Sea. Picture a culinary journey featuring cured meats and cheeses, grilled skewers, seafood dishes, focaccia pizza and panini, as well as hearty house-made pastas. Rev up the excitement in our F1-themed space, where Italian-inspired cocktails flow and the adrenaline of F1 races fills the air. Join us, and let's find YEPPA together!

8. Beetlecat

4.7

Exceptional(3032)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Inman Park

Booked 18 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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9. Marcus Bar & Grille

4.5

Awesome(1205)

Price: Moderate

• American • Old Fourth Ward

Booked 30 times today

Marcus Bar & Grille is a vibrant, funky neighborhood restaurant dreamt up by Chef Marcus Samuelsson. Out of a gorgeous open kitchen featuring a wood-fired grill and oven, Marcus B&G serves elevated comfort classics and ambitious signature dishes. Taking cues from the history of Atlanta and the Old Fourth Ward, the space is built to celebrate community, music, and great food & drink.

10. The Consulate

4.7

Exceptional(2031)

Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Midtown

Booked 30 times today

ZAGATS Top 10 Sexiest New Restaurants. '22 James Beard Grant Recipients. OT diners choice 5 years straight.Travel with us nightly as we visit Asian, Latin, European, and African countries cuisines. A lucky guest spins our globe every 90 days to decide menu focus.Owner & Executive Chef; Mei Lin has again proven her ability to dance around the globe and deliver excellence. Beverage Director: Greg Karnes. A sleek Mid Century Modern lair filled with noted works of art and iconic antiques. Works by Warhol, Haring, Radcliffe Bailey, and Matisse all share court. The Interior design by owner, HGTV alum designer, Doug Hines.VALIDATED DECK PARKING location:Deck entrance is on West Peachtree St. 15 Feet from the 10th corner, on the right hand side.Enter The Consulate parking courtyard and circle the water fountain into the garage. No tows, no boots, ever.Walk under the office building overhang towards the Federal Reserve.Walk down stairs and turn right. Enjoy!

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Wendy
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a great experience at TWO urban licks. The food was delicious, everything starter and main were right on. The Briskets are a must and the calamari and pork belly wraps are so good! Our waitress Morgan was awesome, she was knowledgeable and gave great recommendations and was very friendly. The staff were also on point. Our water was always being replenished and our table was always getting cleaned. We highly recommend and will be returning.
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TWO urban licksPrice: Expensive• American• Poncey-Highland
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4.7
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Greg
Atlanta Metro •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My wife and I went to South City Kitchen Midtown for the first time. Had a wonderful experience. Food was hot and delicious. Crab cake and fried green tomatoes were awesome. Service was outstanding, all of the staff were friendly and attentive. We both would recommend that everyone check out South City Kitchen Midtown!!! You will not be disappointed.
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South City Kitchen MidtownPrice: Expensive• Southern• Midtown
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4.7
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Williamvip
Atlanta Metro •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Made a reservation to kick off a very special family vacation. This was the perfect place, great food, fabulous service, friendly welcoming staff and awesome ambiance. This place always exceeds expectations. Don’t miss it.
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ElaPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Virginia Highland
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4.7
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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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Noah
Atlanta Metro •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Brandon was an excellent server. He was training another server and his attention to both ensuring a quality customer experience as well as an effective employee training was apparent. The salmon was fantastic, and the spinach + artichoke dip was a great start. If you’re around during the holidays, ask about the off menu egg nog cocktail!
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9 Mile StationPrice: Moderate• American• Midtown
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4.6

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99 restaurants available nearby

1. TWO urban licks

2. 9 Mile Station

3. Ela

4. The Optimist

5. South City Kitchen Midtown

6. Whiskey Bird

7. Yeppa & Co

8. Beetlecat

9. Marcus Bar & Grille

10. The Consulate

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