Best Lunch Restaurants in South Atlanta

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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AtlantaClaytonDeKalbFulton

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ArdmoreAtlantic StationBrookwood HillsBuckheadCastleberry HillCollege Park

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. Ray's in the City

4.5

Awesome(7006)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 65 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!

2. Restaurant 356

4.8

Exceptional(1431)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Hapeville

Booked 12 times today

356 is a contemporary restaurant, with a relaxed yet elegant feel. The restaurant is a welcome setting to reflect & reminisce about the excitement of an unforgettable day. Enjoy a perfectly crafted menu designed to delight your appetite, while enjoying incomparable views of the Porsche Experience Center. Lunch hours are Tuesday - Saturday from 11:00am - 2:30pm.

A photo of AG, Modern Bar and Steakhouse restaurant

3. AG, Modern Bar and Steakhouse

4.5

Awesome(1161)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 15 times today

AG, Modern Bar & Steakhouse offers a modern steakhouse experience inspired by Southern hospitality. Open seven days a week and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner as well as classic and creative cocktails. For dinner, the menu of grilled steaks and seafood features food sourcing that is sustainable and responsible. AG, Modern Bar & Steakhouse is located on the second level at The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta (downtown) at the corner of Peachtree & Ellis streets, within easy walking distance of many of the downtown hotels & the major office buildings.

A photo of Alma Cocina - Downtown restaurant

4. Alma Cocina - Downtown

4.7

Exceptional(2488)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Downtown

Booked 32 times today

Alma Cocina’s refreshing new approach to contemporary Mexican cuisine has delighted guests since 2011 while continuing to evolve today. Traditional Latin American ingredients make for vibrant and flavorful dishes that showcase a familiar yet always new dining experience. Beyond a superior menu, they offer a unique range of tequila and cocktails with Atlanta’s Best Margarita. You won’t find this anywhere else but Alma. We are positioned perfectly for downtown corporate and social groups and private dining.

A photo of By George - Atlanta restaurant

5. By George - Atlanta

4.6

Exceptional(865)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 29 times today

The Candler Hotel's restaurant, By George, is located on famed Peachtree Street and offers a Contemporary American menu and wine program for curious palettes-

A photo of Marcus Bar & Grille restaurant

6. Marcus Bar & Grille

4.5

Awesome(1355)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Old Fourth Ward

Booked 50 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.

7. Cuts Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(3623)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 41 times today

We are open from 11 to 10pm for a limited time. Cuts Steakhouse offers a variety of southern inspired cuisine. We offer only the best steaks, beef short ribs, southern fried lobster tail, and shrimp & grits just to name a few along with an extensive appetizer and wine list.With a variety of dining options within our restaurant, guests can choose between our main dining areas, semi-private/private areas, patio or the Bar at Cuts Steakhouse. Whether you desire an intimate dining experience at a table near the fireplace, private party for your business or personal event or an opportunity to catch the game with a group of friends, Cuts Steakhouse has you covered.Come see why Cuts Steakhouse is quickly becoming the downtown destination for a great meal and outstanding atmosphere. We look forward to providing you with an exceptional experience.

A photo of Amalfi Cucina + Mercato / Downtown Atlanta restaurant

8. Amalfi Cucina + Mercato / Downtown Atlanta

4.1

Excellent(1317)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 26 times today

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, Amalfi Cucina & Mercato - Downtown Atlanta is a traditional Neapolitan trattoria centered around an open kitchen featuring a 6,000 pound wood-burning brick oven imported from Italy. The 170 seat dining room also has large semicircular booths, custom wrought iron chandeliers along with Juliet balconies overlooking an Italian-inspired entryway. Originating in and the true pizza of Naples in the 1600s, Vera Pizza Napoletana is 12 inches or less in size, made from simple fresh quality ingredients from the Campania region of Italy and cooked at temperatures in excess of 900 degrees in approximately 60 seconds. Just launched, a new menu which includes many fresh pastas, salads, appetizers and desserts, including beautiful imported gelato. Enjoy a full bar with local beer on tap, exclusive wine list and specialty cocktails in beautiful Downtown Atlanta.

A photo of Paschal's Restaurant restaurant

9. Paschal's Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(1741)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Castleberry Hill

Booked 14 times today

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.

10. Glenn's Kitchen

4.3

Awesome(157)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

Glenn's Kitchen is a hidden gem in downtown Atlanta in the iconic Glenn Hotel. You cannot beat the restaurant's beautiful and relaxed vibe and living room-like bar area. Our restaurant is known for its American comfort food with a Southern twist. We offer a wide variety of appetizers, including our Deviled Eggs served with sweet and spicy jam, and entrées such as our famous Shrimp and Grits, Tender Braised Short Rib Sandwich, and Roasted Chicken with Whipped Yukon Gold Potatoes, grilled asparagus, and finished with a garlic herb jus. To finish your meal on a sweet note, try our Decadent Chocolate Cake. We also have an impressive selection of hand-crafted cocktails and wines that perfectly complement our dishes.

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M
Maria
Atlanta •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Great sever great environment food could of been better portions seasons but overall a nice vibe
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Ray's in the CityPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.5
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HeatherVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Best restaurant in Atlanta. Flawless service, perfect meatballs stater
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AG, Modern Bar and SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.5
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NelleH
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •11 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
My only complaint is the noise and lighting. Food and service were very good.
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By George - AtlantaPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.6
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Janet
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This is not your Taco Bell type of food, but if you want fantastic food that you may have never tried before, this is your place. The service was great; the waiter took time to explain the dishes and made recommendations. I brought a large group, and everyone really enjoyed their dinner.
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Alma Cocina - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Downtown
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Ryan was our server and he was phenomenal ! He met and exceeded all of our needs and knew the menu items to share true reviews of them. Our food was made quickly and hot. The ambience was everything and the very was breathtaking. We will return.
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Restaurant 356Price: Expensive• Contemporary American• Hapeville
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4.8

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