Agave

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Agave does offer gift cards which you can purchase here .

4.9

3663 Reviews

$30 and under

Southwest

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2 people

20 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Lively
Good for special occasions

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.

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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
Area
Cabbagetown
Cross Street
Carroll St. SE
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
King Memorial (Blue, Green)
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

Homemade GuacamoleUS$12.00
Vine ripe avocados, tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, lime juice and cilantro.
Southwestern Shrimp Spring RollsUS$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 TaquitosUS$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 MeatballsUS$12.00
Homemade veal, chorizo & Hatch green chile slow cooked meatballs in a New Mexico red chile & tomato sauce.
QuesadillaUS$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 CornUS$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 TroutUS$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 CalamariUS$16.50
Fresh premium calamari, fried crispy and served with a poblano aioli and a jalapeno jelly for dipping.
Shredded Pork TacoUS$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 MusselsUS$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 FunditoUS$12.00
Mild cheddar & mozzarella cheese baked over a New Mexico chorizo pork chile.
Spicy Tuna CrudoUS$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 TailUS$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 SaladUS$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 CaesarUS$9.50
Chopped romaine hearts with a classic homemade caesar dressing, topped with marinated anchovies and parmesan.
Hatch Green Chile StewUS$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 PosoleUS$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 SoupUS$7.50
Chicken breast, seared poblanos, and roasted corn in a light cream and homemade chicken broth.

What 3,663 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
4.8Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Atlanta Metro
Best Value
Atlanta
Best Overall
Atlanta
Best Service
Atlanta
Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Agave in Atlanta shines with its "amazing dining experience," blending southwest flavors with warmth and vibrancy. Guests rave about the "phenomenal" food, from the Diablo crawfish pasta to the decadent desserts. The service is consistently "attentive and friendly," creating a welcoming atmosphere. Don't miss their "best margaritas" and lively ambience!

3,663 Reviews

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Sandy
Las Vegas
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Agave is a must go to anytime I’m in town and they never disappoint. Great food and drinks.
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Heather
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The shrimp & grits and the beef tenderloin were amazing!
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Reese
Memphis/West TN
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A fantastic meal everything was delicious! Can’t wait to go back
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Tamara
Atlanta Metro
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience celebrating my cousin farewell party before heading to Vietnam.
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Renae
Minneapolis
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have been coming to Agave when in Atlanta for work for the past 20 years. It never disappoints! The enchiladas and fried chicken are my personal favorites, as well as the guacamole and margaritas! The staff is great too!
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TOM
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Arrived at Agave, greeted with a warm welcome, busy as always because it’s good. Staff was on their game, highly recommend the Top shelf Margarita.
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Brinda
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful dinner! The server was great for our party of 10. We were celebrating a birthday and the service did not lack not one bit! The food was top tier!!! The birthday girl was extremely happy and everybody was very happy with their food! Highly recommend!!!
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Ena
VIP
New York City
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Agave is staple in my portfolio of restaurants have been coming for years . It’s become more popular in more recent years so I prefer to come on weekdays when it’s less crowded . Great Southwest cuisine and awesome margaritas!
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Evelyn
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to dine. They are pricey, but you know that before you go. Food and service are great.
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Terri
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We found this gem 11 years ago randomly! It’s a MUST! Absolutely the best restaurant in t ATL! IYKYK! If you don’t, go and you’ll know! There is not 1 thing I’ve ever ordered that was not phenomenal! Don’t get me started on their desserts! Gah! They make their own cinnamon whip cream! Best tequila bar too!
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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 3663 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 booking

2 people

20 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

Additional information

Cross Street
Carroll St. SE
Area
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
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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

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Agave

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 Atlanta Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Gift card

Southwestern Shrimp Spring Rolls

Queso Fundito

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Starters

Homemade GuacamoleUS$12.00

Southwestern Shrimp Spring RollsUS$13.00

Mexican TaquitosUS$12.50

Agave MeatballsUS$12.00

QuesadillaUS$12.50

Grilled Street CornUS$9.00

House Smoked Pecan TroutUS$15.50

Cayenne Fried CalamariUS$16.50

Shredded Pork TacoUS$13.50

Guajillo MusselsUS$17.50

Queso FunditoUS$12.00

Spicy Tuna CrudoUS$15.00

Fried Lobster TailUS$16.75

Salads & Soups

Southwestern Chopped SaladUS$10.00

Agave CaesarUS$9.50

Hatch Green Chile StewUS$9.00

Traditional PosoleUS$8.00

Chicken Poblano SoupUS$7.50

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

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 bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Featured in

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Gift card