Best Restaurants for Foodies in Poncey-Highland

32 restaurants available nearby

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1. Sweet Auburn BBQ - Highland Ave

4.7

Exceptional(122)

Price: Expensive

• Barbecue • Poncey-Highland

Booked 7 times today

Sweet Auburn BBQ is located in the historic Poncey-Highland neighborhood, near the Fox Theatre, Ponce City Market, and Fernbank Museum. The well designed dining space features reclaimed antiques and custom lighting, making it the ideal place for a dinner date or business lunch. Their sidewalk patio is a dog friendly too. Sweet Auburn Barbecue offers traditional style barbecue with an Asian twist. Chef Cam Floyd's menu items, such as Pimento cheese wontons, Gulf Coast Shrimp & Grits and Smoked Brisket Eggrolls, demonstrate the perfect marriage of traditional and innovative styles that Sweet Auburn Barbecue has become known for. Accolades include Best BBQ from AJC.com and Atlanta Magazine, and features in Thrillist, Eater, the Washington Post and Huffington Post. Most of the menu is sourced from local, Georgia farms and features many vegetarian options too. The full-service bar serves unique craft cocktails and beers, and features large selection of whiskey & b

2. Bones

4.8

Exceptional(10491)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Buckhead

Booked 125 times today

Zagat rates Bones with the highest marks for food and service over all steakhouses in America. Bones has also been awarded by Zagat Survey as the # ONE rated restaurant over all types in Atlanta. By providing the finest quality food with an acclaimed wine cellar, there is no wonder why Bones has been recognized for the last 40 years as the benchmark of style in Atlanta.LADIES DRESSCODEBusiness casual please, comfortable but polished. Dress slacks or no shorter than mid-thigh dress (no shorts, sweatpants or gym attire) and no low-cut revealing tops.GENTLEMENS DRESSCODEBusiness casual please. Long pants, comfortable but polished collared shirts. No sweat pants or gym attire, flip flops or hats.Ages 6-106.Wheelchair access is available on the upper and lower levels, please let us know if one is needed.If your desired reservation time is not available, please call the restaurant to see if there have been any cancellations.

3. TWO urban licks

4.7

Exceptional(12101)

Price: Expensive

• American • Poncey-Highland

Booked 110 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!

4. Cooks & Soldiers

4.8

Exceptional(3849)

Price: Moderate

• Basque • West Midtown

Booked 39 times today

Cooks & Soldiers brings the cuisine and cultural experience of Spain’s Basque region to the flourishing West Midtown area. The menu is divided into “pintxos tradicionales,” or tapas-like snacks served atop toasted bread; “pinxtos especiales,” or Basque-inspired small plates; “asador” including a variety of wood-grilled fish, meats and vegetables; and a selection of unique and modern desserts. Behind the bar, Cooks & Soldiers offers guests an extensive collection of Basque and Spanish wines, txakoli and ciders, in addition to craft beer and signature cocktails. The cocktail list places a heavy emphasis on gin, offering a seasonal selection of house-infused tonics blended into gin tonics and other popular libations.

5. The Optimist

4.7

Exceptional(9099)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • West Midtown

Booked 78 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.

6. Serena Pastificio

4.6

Exceptional(180)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Midtown

Booked 41 times today

With a sophisticated yet approachable nod to Italy's recipes and unforgettable hospitality, all in a chic and vibrant space, Serena Pastificio offers a refined dining experience rooted in tradition. At the core of our craft- and our restaurant- is our pastificio, a visible pasta station, where our chefs showcase the artistry, precision and passion that goes into every dish. And that same care and attention can be found in our seasonal wine and cocktail list featuring drinks that are as delicious on their own, as they are paired with your favorite Italian dish.

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7. Longleaf Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(2220)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Midtown

Booked 32 times today

Longleaf Restaurant, located in the heart of Atlanta's Garden District, is a foodie's paradise. Known for its fantastic food, attentive service, and beautiful ambiance, it's a top choice for a variety of occasions. Reviewers rave about the inventive menu, the fresh ingredients, and the excellent service. The restaurant's unique location, overlooking the Anne Cox Chambers Southern Seasons Garden, adds to its appeal.

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8. The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View

4.3

Awesome(8949)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 119 times today

The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View is a foodie's paradise, offering contemporary American cuisine in a unique tri-level dining complex with 360-degree panoramic views of Atlanta's skyline. Reviewers consistently rave about the delicious food and excellent service, with many noting the 'fantastic customer service', 'delicious food', and 'beautiful ambiance'. The restaurant's ambience, with its cozy lighting and relaxed atmosphere, is also highly praised.

9. Grana

4.6

Exceptional(1386)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Buckhead

Booked 61 times today

*Please note our rooftop and front patio seating is on a first come fist serve basis* We will do our very best to accommodate all outdoor requests based on availability. Chef Pat Pascarella crafts authentic Southern Italian dishes inspired by the home cooked meals of his childhood. Our menu features wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, meatball flights, handmade Italian pasta, wood-fired steak, fish and chicken.Join us for brunch from 11:30am to 3:00pm every Saturday & Sunday featuring specialty dishes.

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10. Bulla Gastrobar - Atlanta

4.6

Exceptional(1885)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Midtown

Booked 60 times today

Bulla (boo-ya), which is slang for chatter and what people are talking about, is devoted to delight you by serving your favorite Spanish dishes such as “Patatas Bravas," "Huevos Bulla," "Buñuelos de Bacalao," and other tapas, as well as tantalizing daily specials from our kitchen to bed shared amongst friends.We select only the finest and freshest ingredients, accented in our authentic, savory cuisine. Our ambiance is created to stir the senses and stimulate your appetite. We invite you to join us to indulge in a celebration of good taste!

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Darlene
Atlanta Metro •5 reviews
5.0
Dined today
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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PeterVIP
Atlanta Metro •261 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful experience from beginning to end. Thanks to Isabelle and the team for making us always feel special.
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BonesPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Buckhead
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4.8
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Joseph
Atlanta Metro •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Some of the best food I've ever had! The croquettes were delicious!
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Cooks & SoldiersPrice: Moderate• Basque• West Midtown
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4.8
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Victoria
Miami - Dade •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was one of the most amazing places I have ever eaten. The food tasted so good, and homemade—it felt like I was over someone’s house getting some comfort food. True, authentic, southern cooking. The service was amazing. Everyone was very welcoming and hospitable.
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Sweet Auburn BBQ - Highland AvePrice: Expensive• Barbecue• Poncey-Highland
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4.7
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Annie
Atlanta Metro •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We came to celebrate my fiancé’s birthday. They were able to accommodate us with a booth request. They had a special menu with the words ‘happy birthday’ on his menu, cute touch. Our server, Brett, was phenomenal. Every dish we ordered he explained to the T, so no unknown surprises. He saw I was taking photos and grabbed another candle for me! Great experience once again. We love coming here and can’t wait for next years new menu! Cheers!
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The OptimistPrice: Expensive• Seafood• West Midtown
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4.7

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32 restaurants available nearby

1. Sweet Auburn BBQ - Highland Ave

2. Bones

3. TWO urban licks

4. Cooks & Soldiers

5. The Optimist

6. Serena Pastificio

7. Longleaf Restaurant

8. The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View

9. Grana

10. Bulla Gastrobar - Atlanta

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