The Most Fun Restaurants in Atlanta

For culture, cuisine, and history, few American cities can match Atlanta. This charming hot spot lies in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in northwestern Georgia. The most fun restaurants in Atlanta serve up food with a side of Southern hospitality along with craft cocktails and a spate of good times. But where are the in-the-know revelers headed out to when looking for the most fun restaurants in Atlanta? Welcome to the Tastemaker 20. Here, we've gathered information from in-the-know diners across the city to put together a list of the most fun restaurants in Atlanta. From local honky-tonks and saloons to upscale downtown locations, the most fun restaurants in Atlanta have good times and great spirits for everyone. Grab a table at one of these Atlanta spots and enjoy a night out!

The OpenTable Team

16 Restaurants

Bijgewerkt 14 november 2019

Restaurants:	Henry's Louisiana Grill, Antebellum, Jimmy's Tequila & Carnes…
Prijsklasse:	$$ - $$
Keukens:	Cajun, Regionaal Amerikaans (zuidelijk), Steakhouse…
Buurten:	Acworth, Flowery Branch, Chamblee…

Henry's Louisiana Grill

$$$$

Cajun

Acworth

4.9

3560 recensies

Henry's Louisiana Grill is one of the most fun restaurants in Atlanta. This lively Acworth spot brings some of the best Southern-style Cajun food to the heart of the city. Start the meal with Louisiana shrimp and grits with Cajun cream sauce or the famous Henry's hush puppies with jalapeno peppers. Po'boys come with Cajun fries or Zapp's potato chips. Go for the New Orleans style po'boy, with flash-fried shrimp, crawfish, or catfish. The "Monster" po'boy features a selection of seafood (including gator and crawfish) along with bacon-wrapped andouille sausage.

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Antebellum

$$$$

Regionaal Amerikaans (zuidelijk)

Flowery Branch

4.9

2345 recensies

Head out to Flowery Branch for one of the most fun restaurants in Atlanta. Antebellum is a trip back in time. Located in a turn-of-the-century home, Antebellum features a traditional menu full of classic Southern cuisine. Start with grilled bread and pimento cheese or deviled egg spread on toast with Tasso ham. Fried green tomatoes feature bacon jam, mimosa ice, and hot sauce. A highlight of the entree menu? The wild shrimp with Logan Turnpike stone-ground cheddar cheese grits, country ham, and lemon butter sauce. Stay for dessert to try Mike's Favorite chocolate bread pudding with Jack Daniels and vanilla whipped cream.

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Jimmy's Tequila & Carnes

$$$$

Steakhouse

Chamblee

4.4

174 recensies

Right off of Jimmy Carter Boulevard, Jimmy's Tequila and Carnes is one of the finest Mexican spots in the Atlanta area. It's a great place to gather with friends and family to enjoy a ballgame and the creative dishes on the menu. Jimmy's also boasts an electric live lineup of musicians and fun events. Head into Jimmy's for the burgers. Try the Mexican Burger with ham, bacon, and avocado alongside grilled jalapeno. The smoked barbecue cheeseburger features barbecue sauce and onion rings. For a taste of Mexico, go for the pina rey. This hearty dish features pineapple stuffed with costeno mix in heavy cream.

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RED SKY Tapas & Bar

$$$$

Tapas/hapjes

Marietta

4.4

1449 recensies

This local favorite in the middle of the Market Plaza Shopping Center is an excellent choice for a good time with some great meals. Head out to RED SKY to listen to some of the tunes played at the "dueling pianos" show and munch on some small plates. Try favorites like the chicken pot pie with cream cheese sauce or blackened tilapia tacos with mango vinaigrette slaw and chipotle aioli.

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Poor Calvin's

$$$$

Fusion/gevarieerd

Centrum

4.8

6301 recensies

Poor Calvin's is a Midtown hot spot that is also one of the most fun restaurants in Atlanta. This intimate and welcoming restaurant has a full menu of Asian fusion favorites. Head towards "The Sea" menu for favorites like pan-seared Chilean seabass, pad thai tiger shrimp and scallops, or lobster fried rice. "The Land" menu includes grilled New Zealand lamb chops and "Duck Dynasty" with seared maple leaf duck breast and lobster tail. Pair the meal with something from the Poor Calvin's beer menu, like the local Sweetwater 420 or Wicked Weed "Uncle Ricks" pilsner.

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Vas Kouzina - Roswell

$$$$

Grieks

Roswell

4.8

958 recensies

This Greek favorite in Roswell brings Mediterranean tastes to the heart of the Atlanta metro area. VAS Kouzina is a stylish, modern spot with plenty of color and flavor. Try one of the customized dinner and wine pairing meals or just stop in for dinner. Go for the "From the Sea" menu for whole fish char-grilled with olive oil, lemon, and oregano. Try the fried cod, squid ink fettuccine, fried shrimp, or Mediterranean sea bass. VAS also features a menu of Greek cheeses, including baked feta, saganaki, and hot or cold manouri.

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MadLife Grill

$$$$

Regionaal Amerikaans (zuidelijk)

Woodstock

4.6

543 recensies

MadLife Grill is the dining arm to the MadLife Stage and Studios. Before or after one of the MadLife shows, stop in to enjoy some great food at one of the most fun restaurants in Atlanta. Try something off the MadLife's extensive "Handhelds" menu. The chicken sandwich includes onion straws, American cheese, and Alabama white sauce. A "Chee Bugga" features a hand-formed ground short rib patty alongside bacon, American cheese, and "fixins." For a Southern taste, try the pimento grilled cheese on sourdough bread with tomato.

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Casi Cielo Mexican Cuisine

$$$$

Mexicaans

Sandy Springs

4.8

1588 recensies

In the heart of Atlanta's Roswell road, Casi Cielo features some of the city's most creative Mexican dishes. Inspiration for Casi Cielo's favorites comes from the Oaxaca region of Mexico and the local flavors of Atlanta. Start with the handmade corn tostadas served in a clay comal with red or green sauce. The menu also includes a Mexican gazpacho with fresh pineapple and raw tuna. Try one of the Casi Cielo tacos, with suckling pig, octopus, skirt steak, or beef bone marrow. Casi Cielo also boasts one of the best Mezcal menus in the Atlanta area.

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La Belle Vie Kitchen

$$$$

Frans-Amerikaans

Suwanee

4.1

777 recensies

The Suwannee Jubilee is the location for La Belle Vie, one of the best restaurants in Atlanta. This stylish spot features a menu full of American modern French-inspired cuisine. The French cheese board is a must-have at La Belle Vie. It features an artisanal selection of regional French and local cheeses alongside pickled veggies and crackers. Try some of the "petit" favorites, like okra fries or lobster mac and cheese. Entrees include mushroom rigatoni, blackened steelhead salmon, and red snapper etouffee. Don't miss the French onion-smothered pork chop with gruyere, caramelized onion reduction, and fried brussel sprouts.

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Sweet Georgia's Juke Joint

$$$$

Regionaal Amerikaans (zuidelijk)

Centrum

4.0

1590 recensies

This throwback spot is one of the most fun restaurants in Atlanta. Head out to the Peachtree Plaza to go back in time with Sweet Georgia's Juke Joint. Stop in for some of the Joint's jazz performances and a menu of southern favorites. Begin with the "Southern Starter," featuring fried green tomatoes, crispy Vidalia onion, and fried okra. Seafood gumbo includes andouille sausage, scallops, and crawfish. Southern-baked chicken features a juke joint brine and collard green slaw, and chicken and waffles include a house-made waffle and warm maple syrup.

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Goin' Coastal - Canton

$$$$

Zeevruchten

Canton

4.8

2699 recensies

This Canton seafood hot spot is one of the best and most fun restaurants in Atlanta. With an eye towards sustainability, Goin' Coastal features a full menu of Southern-favorite seafood classics. Get the seafood done coastal, blackened, miso, Parmesan, or lobster and crab topped. One of the highlights of the menu is the low country shrimp platter with andouille sausage, corn, and potatoes. Try the lobster mac and cheese with fontina, parmesan, and cheddar bechamel. For a true Southern treat, go for the flash-fried gator tail made with "Comeback" sauce.

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The Consulate

$$$$

Globaal

Midtown

4.8

1492 recensies

Right in the heart of Midtown, The Consulate is one of the most fun restaurants in Atlanta. This local favorite is a sleek and colorful location that's perfect for a night out. The menu has a creative, international flair with an ever-changing focus on a different country. A menu highlight is a Turkish kofte, with seasoned ground beef and lamb patties. There's also a U.S.-styled "Diplomat," with a beef double-stack burger, smoked gouda, and caramelized onions. Try the Havana egg roll from Cuba, with 10-hour roasted pork, honey ham, and asiago cheese.

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Trader Vic's

$$$$

Ongespecificeerd

Centrum

4.4

1504 recensies

The Hilton in Atlanta is the spot for this location of the national, Polynesian-flavored chain. This tropical retreat is one of the most fun restaurants in Atlanta. Grab a seat in the Pacific-flavored dining area for some of Vic's signature "bits and bits." Try the crab rangoons, cha siu pork, or crispy prawn with Japanese breadcrumbs. The "Trader Vic's Favorites" menu features seared grouper with steamed brown rice, volcano shrimp with sweet chili paste, and seafood bouillabaisse. Pair dinner with one of the Trader Vic's favorite scorpion bowl luau drinks.

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The Melting Pot - Kennesaw

$$$$

Fondue

Kennesaw

4.7

1848 recensies

Fondue is the menu highlight at the Atlanta location of this nationally-renowned chain. It's one of the most fun restaurants in Atlanta. Stop in with friends and family for a fun time of traditional bread-and-cheese dipping and dining. There's also a special "Best of Atlanta" fondue course at this Melting Pot location. Go for the "Green Goddess Cheddar," with Emmenthaler, lager beer, and black pepper. For an entree, choose from teriyaki-marinated sirloin, Memphis-style dry rub pork, and much more. The chocolate fondue option includes "Rocky Road," with marshmallow creme and candied pecans.

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Uncle Jack's Meat House - Duluth

$$$$

Steakhouse

Duluth

4.2

1541 recensies

This classic American bar and grill offers traditional dishes in a stylish, industrial-accented space. Uncle Jack's features some of the best burgers in the Atlanta area. The "steakburgers" menu includes the "Ooey Gooey Mooey Burger. It has the restaurant's secret sauce, onion jam, and buttermilk blue cheese fondue. Scratch plates feature a smoked half chicken with black-eyed peas and Chilean sea bass with roasted garlic quinoa. Don't miss the house-baked bread. Try the from-scratch buttermilk biscuit with local honey butter or the gruyere cheese popover "crustin."

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Gyu-Kaku - Atlanta, GA

$$$$

Japans

Centrum

4.5

367 recensies

Head out to Atlantic station for one of the most fun restaurants in Atlanta. The local outpost of this national-favorite Japanese barbecue chain is an excellent option for a night out on the town. Stop in for lunch for barbecue items like bistro hanger steak, Angus beef rib, and filet mignon with salt and pepper. A "Happy Hour" dinner includes miso soup, rice, and a full selection of barbecue items. Pair the Gyu-Kaku dinner with one of the restaurant's refreshing Kirin Ichiban or Asahi draft beers. Gyu-Kaku also features a comprehensive range of sake and signature cocktails.

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