Best Casual Restaurants in Sweet Auburn

50 restaurants available nearby

1. TWO urban licks

4.7

Exceptional(12104)

Price: Expensive

• American • Poncey-Highland

Booked 101 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. Atalian

4.6

Exceptional(962)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

We offer a fine dining experience with full table service in a business-casual setting. Atalian is also available for private events and include a large bar & lounge area with sofas & plentiful niche seating. This hidden gem features traditional Italian cuisine and seafood in a setting that is ideal for families, business luncheons & dinners as well as date nights or just drinks at the bar. Atalian offers an extensive wine menu handpicked to perfectly pair with any of the Italian entrée dishes offered. We aim to please you with the finest, traditional, Italian cuisine & seafood prepared with the freshest ingredients. We believe that dining out should be a joyous celebration. That’s why we’ve made it our goal to give each customer a complete cultural presentation with each plate, where you will experience aromatic and flavorful delicacies. We look forward to having each and every one of you dine with us soon and becoming an important part of the community.

3. Indaco - Atlanta

4.7

Exceptional(274)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Poncey-Highland

Booked 38 times today

Indaco Atlanta on the BeltLine offers a blend of elevated and casual dining with a modern, Italian menu. Enjoy house-made pastas and wood-fired pizzas along with classic piatti, a fresh cocktail menu and an Italian-forward wine list.

4. Murphy's

4.8

Exceptional(5594)

Price: Moderate

• American • Virginia Highland

Booked 146 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.

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5. Pasta da Pulcinella

4.7

Exceptional(4435)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Midtown

Booked 41 times today

Pasta da Pulcinella strives to maintain a comfortable, cozy venue with cuisine that is unmatched in quality and care. This small, independent, quintessentially Italian restaurant embraces a unique clientele all looking for a place to eat, drink, relax, and, on occasion, order one more bottle of Chianti. Whether it’s a young couple or a group event, theater patrons or traveling business persons, everyone basks in the romantic charm of our little yellow house hidden in the shadow of skyscrapers.

6. Ecco Midtown

4.6

Exceptional(5001)

Price: Expensive

• European • Midtown

Booked 30 times today

Ecco explores the depth and diversity of bold European flavors from the comfort of our contemporary, upscale Midtown restaurant. Dine with us and enjoy our beloved fried goat cheese drizzled with honey, award-winning wood oven flatbreads, inspired pastas and inventive European-inspired mains that make the most of what’s local.

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7. South City Kitchen Midtown

4.7

Exceptional(6999)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Midtown

Booked 62 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.

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8. Divan Restaurant and Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1595)

Price: Expensive

• Persian • Midtown

Our address has change to 87 15th Street Atlanta GA 30309. Dress Codes is strictly enforced.No Torn / Baggy ClothingNo T Shirts / Tank TopsNo SportswearNo HatsNo Flip flops / Slids / House ShoesIdeal dress is Smart Casual.Jeans are Ok. Jackets are preferred.

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9. Max Lager's Wood-Fired Grill & Brewery

4.2

Awesome(1601)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

Max Lager's was one of the first restaurants to bring the fresh and natural wood-fired menu concept to Atlanta. The art of cooking with wood enhances the Max Lager's experience with bold flavors simply not found with alternative cooking methods. We feel that the investment made in the wood-fired grill is an investment that pays great dividends to our guests.All Max Lager's menu items are prepared daily from scratch. Wood-fired steaks, burgers, seafood, ribs, and pizza are Max Lager's signature items. An inspired selection of entrée salads and pastas add variety to the American menu.

10. Sea Salt

4.3

Awesome(373)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • West Midtown

Booked 34 times today

Our vibrant, upscale casual atmosphere is the perfect backdrop for any occasion. Our booths and tables add an air of elegance to our dining room, while our bar buzzes with the perfect balance of energy. Whether you’re planning for a night out with your friends or an intimate dinner for two, we’re ready to host your occasion.*Full party MUST be present to be seated. Firm 15 minute grace period. Due to popular demand there is a 90 minute table sitting. *21 years and over establishment after 9pm** Small children aren't permitted. All Credit Card payment's will require ID, Credit Cards must have a chip to be accepted. No apple or tap to pay accepted.**Kitchen closes an hour before restaurant operations**

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Darlene
Atlanta Metro •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I told our waitress it was my friends birthday. At the end of our delicious meal, she brought out a chocolate cake on a plate decorated for her birthday with a card signed by the employees. Thank you for helping make tonight a special birthday dinner.
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TWO urban licksPrice: Expensive• American• Poncey-Highland
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4.7
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MelissaVIP
Atlanta Metro •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful experience. We used to go to the one in Charleston and we discovered the one here and this one here is even better than the one in Charleston. The food, the service, the ambience everything was wonderful.
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Indaco - AtlantaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Poncey-Highland
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4.7
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Tony
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I come here the night before any big race that I run here in atlanta. I sat at the bar, like I did in July 2024, and Jackson was behind the bar. He is an exceptional young man! Provided excellent service, advice and just made the night very pleasant. He is a great converstationalist. I enjoyed my meal very much. I'll be back again for Peachtree 2025
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Pasta da PulcinellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Midtown
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4.7
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Jill
South Carolina •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Highly recommend the bolognese and the steak Milanese. Everything we had was amazing, from apps & drinks to salads and entrees. We were extremely pleased :) also recommend requesting one of the booths if you have a part of 4.
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AtalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.6
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RebaVIP
Atlanta Metro •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Murphy’s continues to be one of the best restaurants in Atlanta. It consistently has absolutely delicious food and outstanding service. When you go to Murphy’s you don’t just eat, you dine. It absolutely deserves a five star rating.
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Murphy'sPrice: Moderate• American• Virginia Highland
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4.8

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50 restaurants available nearby

1. TWO urban licks

2. Atalian

3. Indaco - Atlanta

4. Murphy's

5. Pasta da Pulcinella

6. Ecco Midtown

7. South City Kitchen Midtown

8. Divan Restaurant and Bar

9. Max Lager's Wood-Fired Grill & Brewery

10. Sea Salt

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