Va-Hi Dining
Food scene
Tiny, charming, DELISH Italian trattoria, consistently winning a “Best of Atlanta.” Reservations (Open Table) strongly recommend, but with a short wait, there is usually room for a 1 at their little bar. Mushroom tagliolini is worth every carb, I assure you.
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La Tavola
992 Virginia Ave NETiny, charming, DELISH Italian trattoria, consistently winning a “Best of Atlanta.” Reservations (Open Table) strongly recommend, but with a short wait, there is usually room for a 1 at their little bar. Mushroom tagliolini is worth every carb, I assure you.
Our most recent James Beard Nominee! KD and Hoyt loooove their “bowl” dish and pisco sours!
Reservations (Open Table) are strongly suggested, bar seating, if you don’t mind a wait, is a possibility.
Tio Lucho's
675 North Highland Avenue NortheastOur most recent James Beard Nominee! KD and Hoyt loooove their “bowl” dish and pisco sours!
Reservations (Open Table) are strongly suggested, bar seating, if you don’t mind a wait, is a possibility.
Mouth watering Turkish cuisine (aromatic, flavorful delicacies similar to Greek and Persian/Mediterranean dishes) offering an amazing brunch and an attentive bar staff. We highly recommend all of the above! Their menu offers more than just rich, braised kebabs—you can also find a healthy wrap, vegetarian or vegan options.
Walk-ins are usually possible without a reservation, but on weekends, I’d call ahead or check Open Table.
Truva - Virginia Highland
842 North Highland Avenue NortheastMouth watering Turkish cuisine (aromatic, flavorful delicacies similar to Greek and Persian/Mediterranean dishes) offering an amazing brunch and an attentive bar staff. We highly recommend all of the above! Their menu offers more than just rich, braised kebabs—you can also find a healthy wrap, vegetarian or vegan options.
Walk-ins are usually possible without a reservation, but on weekends, I’d call ahead or check Open Table.
A long-standing Va-Hi staple, Murphy’s has a reliable menu and nice atmosphere. Reservations are not required, but without them, you’ll likely have a wait—especially on weekends.
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Murphy's Restaurant
997 Virginia Ave NEA long-standing Va-Hi staple, Murphy’s has a reliable menu and nice atmosphere. Reservations are not required, but without them, you’ll likely have a wait—especially on weekends.
Hard to beat Moe’s & Joe’s burgers and beer, where you can get pitchers of PBR for a steal and take in the most colorful of our local color! They’ve been a storied landmark here in Va-Hi for 75 years, for humans of all kinds (and some canines, too)—so dress down, come thirsty, and sit on the patio with a friendly bunch of locals. Think “Cheers” with tie-dye. Heck no, they don’t take reservations, so it’s first come-first served.
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Moe's & Joe's Tavern
1033 North Highland Avenue NortheastHard to beat Moe’s & Joe’s burgers and beer, where you can get pitchers of PBR for a steal and take in the most colorful of our local color! They’ve been a storied landmark here in Va-Hi for 75 years, for humans of all kinds (and some canines, too)—so dress down, come thirsty, and sit on the patio with a friendly bunch of locals. Think “Cheers” with tie-dye. Heck no, they don’t take reservations, so it’s first come-first served.
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
1198 Howell Mill RdFrench deliciousness at the famed Hotel Clermont; dinner reservations strongly encouraged. Cool and quirky as hell, the whole little boutique hotel has plenty of surprises and delights worth experiencing. The Clermont’s lobby-level bar has a sexy blue velvet throwback vibe, and their rooftop has one of the best skyline views in the city—definitely worth a gaze. The basement, however, is not for the faint of heart. Open Table will take your reservation for dinner or brunch.
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Tiny Lou's
789 Ponce De Leon Ave NEFrench deliciousness at the famed Hotel Clermont; dinner reservations strongly encouraged. Cool and quirky as hell, the whole little boutique hotel has plenty of surprises and delights worth experiencing. The Clermont’s lobby-level bar has a sexy blue velvet throwback vibe, and their rooftop has one of the best skyline views in the city—definitely worth a gaze. The basement, however, is not for the faint of heart. Open Table will take your reservation for dinner or brunch.
Paolo's Gelato Italiano
1025 Virginia Ave NEFontaine's Oyster House
1026 1/2 North Highland Avenue Northeast
Highland Tap
1026 North Highland Avenue NortheastOsteria 832 Pasta & Pizza
832 North Highland Avenue NortheastOpened in 2015 in the Old Fourth Ward, this former 1910s era Sears & Roebuck behemoth has since emerged as one of Atlanta’s most popular food tourist attractions with over two dozen stalls and full-service restaurants housed in what was once an old Sears office and warehouse complex. Several local chefs and restaurateurs feature stalls or restaurants at the market, including Anne Quatrano, Linton Hopkins, Pinky Cole, Meherwan Irani, Guy Wong, and Tal Baum, offering food ranging from fried chicken, vegan fare, and ramen to seafood, Italian, Sichuan, and fresh-pressed juices.
Come as you are and find a corner at any available table in the common dining area down the center or outside on the patio.
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Ponce City Market
675 North Avenue NEOpened in 2015 in the Old Fourth Ward, this former 1910s era Sears & Roebuck behemoth has since emerged as one of Atlanta’s most popular food tourist attractions with over two dozen stalls and full-service restaurants housed in what was once an old Sears office and warehouse complex. Several local chefs and restaurateurs feature stalls or restaurants at the market, including Anne Quatrano, Linton Hopkins, Pinky Cole, Meherwan Irani, Guy Wong, and Tal Baum, offering food ranging from fried chicken, vegan fare, and ramen to seafood, Italian, Sichuan, and fresh-pressed juices.
Come as you are and find a corner at any available table in the common dining area down the center or outside on the patio.
Kinship Butcher & Sundry
1019 Virginia Avenue NortheastKD’s favorite coffee and sandwich!
Pielands Sub & Slice
1021-1023 Virginia Avenue NortheastOcean Wave
820 North Highland Avenue NortheastA Vietnamese kitchen with convertible lifting windows along the bar, so you can nosh on yummy crispy spring rolls while watching Va-Hi’s hustle and bustle pass you by on the sidewalk in front. Limited seating, so I’d recommend a reservation, especially on weekends.
Mai Kitchen
1040 North Highland Avenue NortheastA Vietnamese kitchen with convertible lifting windows along the bar, so you can nosh on yummy crispy spring rolls while watching Va-Hi’s hustle and bustle pass you by on the sidewalk in front. Limited seating, so I’d recommend a reservation, especially on weekends.
An Atlanta legend, the original Atkins Park Tavern Restaurant enjoys a colorful history as Atlanta's oldest continuously-licensed tavern. What began as a deli in 1922 is now a smart-casual 1920’s pub-style dining room or outside patio, offering comfort cuisine for the whole family. Whether you're looking for a great place to eat with the kids, weekend brunch, or a late-night drink…Atkins Park has something to offer everybody.
No reservation necessary.
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Atkins Park Restaurant & Bar
794 North Highland Avenue NortheastAn Atlanta legend, the original Atkins Park Tavern Restaurant enjoys a colorful history as Atlanta's oldest continuously-licensed tavern. What began as a deli in 1922 is now a smart-casual 1920’s pub-style dining room or outside patio, offering comfort cuisine for the whole family. Whether you're looking for a great place to eat with the kids, weekend brunch, or a late-night drink…Atkins Park has something to offer everybody.
No reservation necessary.
Super causal fare next to the charming and petit Plaza Theatre in a 1930’s shopping center—we a burger followed by an independent film!
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The Righteous Room
1051 Ponce De Leon Ave NESuper causal fare next to the charming and petit Plaza Theatre in a 1930’s shopping center—we a burger followed by an independent film!
Asian heritage meets Southern upbringing at this flavor-packed barbecue joint.
Siblings and University of Georgia graduates, Howard and Anita Hsu can boast of multiple hit restaurants and prize winning dishes. In addition to delicious traditional smoked meats, items such as pimento cheese wontons and coconut lemongrass ribs demonstrate the perfect marriage of traditional and innovative styles that Sweet Auburn Barbecue has become known for.
The Hsu siblings grew up working in the hustle of their family restaurants and from a young age gained a passion for food and hospitality. Classically trained chef Ron Hsu is also the operating partner and executive chef at Lazy Betty, the latest award-winning concept by the Hsu family.
Reservations recommended.
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Sweet Auburn BBQ
656 North Highland Avenue NortheastAsian heritage meets Southern upbringing at this flavor-packed barbecue joint.
Siblings and University of Georgia graduates, Howard and Anita Hsu can boast of multiple hit restaurants and prize winning dishes. In addition to delicious traditional smoked meats, items such as pimento cheese wontons and coconut lemongrass ribs demonstrate the perfect marriage of traditional and innovative styles that Sweet Auburn Barbecue has become known for.
The Hsu siblings grew up working in the hustle of their family restaurants and from a young age gained a passion for food and hospitality. Classically trained chef Ron Hsu is also the operating partner and executive chef at Lazy Betty, the latest award-winning concept by the Hsu family.
Reservations recommended.
Farm Burger
275 Memorial Dr SE“Georgia Boy is a Michelin Guide recommended multi-course, multi-sensory chef's table experience created by James Beard nominated Chef Joey Ward located inside a secret kitchen accessed through Southern Belle. The tasting menu explores Ward's creative mind, introducing the cuisine of the South through his inventive, colorful lens. A talented team of several well-known names in the Atlanta food & beverage landscape, including General Manager Emily Levy and sommelier Jett Kolarik, help Joey make the magic come to life.”
Make those reservations well in advance and check their website for current menu info.
Georgia Boy
1043 Ponce De Leon Avenue Northeast“Georgia Boy is a Michelin Guide recommended multi-course, multi-sensory chef's table experience created by James Beard nominated Chef Joey Ward located inside a secret kitchen accessed through Southern Belle. The tasting menu explores Ward's creative mind, introducing the cuisine of the South through his inventive, colorful lens. A talented team of several well-known names in the Atlanta food & beverage landscape, including General Manager Emily Levy and sommelier Jett Kolarik, help Joey make the magic come to life.”
Make those reservations well in advance and check their website for current menu info.
Vegans, you’ve found one of Atlanta’s favorites! It offers counter service only, so look it up online (Barnett St location), call in your order, and see what’s on TV tonight!
“Plant-Based Pizzeria is a haven for pizza lovers seeking a delicious, guilt-free dining experience. We are committed to crafting mouthwatering pizzas using only the freshest and finest plant-based ingredients. Our menu boasts a diverse array of flavors, from classic Margherita to innovative creations like "Roasted Veggie Medley" and "Beyond Pepperoni." At Plant-Based Pizzeria, we believe in nourishing both our customers and the planet, making every bite a celebration of sustainable and compassionate dining.”
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Plant Based Pizzeria
730 Barnett St NEVegans, you’ve found one of Atlanta’s favorites! It offers counter service only, so look it up online (Barnett St location), call in your order, and see what’s on TV tonight!
“Plant-Based Pizzeria is a haven for pizza lovers seeking a delicious, guilt-free dining experience. We are committed to crafting mouthwatering pizzas using only the freshest and finest plant-based ingredients. Our menu boasts a diverse array of flavors, from classic Margherita to innovative creations like "Roasted Veggie Medley" and "Beyond Pepperoni." At Plant-Based Pizzeria, we believe in nourishing both our customers and the planet, making every bite a celebration of sustainable and compassionate dining.”
Offering “Food that Pleases” to Atlantans since 1929, this classic diner is open for breakfast and lunch 7 days a week.
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Majestic Diner
1031 Ponce De Leon Ave NEOffering “Food that Pleases” to Atlantans since 1929, this classic diner is open for breakfast and lunch 7 days a week.
From their website: “Anyone from Japan can tell you: the two key ingredients in ramen are the broth and the noodles.
That’s why at JINYA Ramen Bar, we work hard to ensure they both take center stage. Slowly simmered for more than twenty hours, each of our six signature broths balances flavors from whole pork bones, chicken and vegetables with just the right amount of bonito, dashi, miso, kombu, and other classic Japanese ingredients. The result is a rich broth that is thick, full-flavored, and unforgettable.”
Walk-ins welcome.
JINYA Ramen Bar - Poncey Highland
676 North Highland Avenue NortheastFrom their website: “Anyone from Japan can tell you: the two key ingredients in ramen are the broth and the noodles.
That’s why at JINYA Ramen Bar, we work hard to ensure they both take center stage. Slowly simmered for more than twenty hours, each of our six signature broths balances flavors from whole pork bones, chicken and vegetables with just the right amount of bonito, dashi, miso, kombu, and other classic Japanese ingredients. The result is a rich broth that is thick, full-flavored, and unforgettable.”
Walk-ins welcome.
Morelli’s Gourmet Ice Cream and Desserts
1002 North Highland Avenue Northeast