Best restaurants in Georgia

Regional American Eats

This collection highlights Georgia's culinary landscape, ranging from coastal seafood traditions in Savannah to the wood-fired barbecue pits of Athens. It features historic venues like a repurposed cotton gin in Roberta and a 1950s gas station on St. Simons Island. The list emphasizes authentic Southern staples including slow-smoked meats, soul food breakfasts, and chef-driven regional fusion across the state's diverse localities.

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The Vortex Bar & Grill

The bar that is not politically correct. It offers a wide range of booze and over 140 styles of gourmet burgers.

Carrol Street Cafe

Bohemian bistro in Atlanta's Cabbagetown neighborhood serving French-inspired breakfast, brunch, and dinner.

Historic Banning Mills

Lodge restaurant situated within a conservation center, known for its proximity to the world's longest zipline canopy tour.

South on Broad

Upscale Southern eatery in downtown Monroe offering contemporary takes on regional classics and outdoor patio seating.

Manny's Neighborhood Grill

Local sports-themed restaurant in Statesboro specializing in burgers, wings, and American pub fare.

Pulaski Heights BBQ

Industrial-style smokehouse in Athens providing chef-driven barbecue and traditional sides with a modern twist.

Cotton Gin Cafe

Southern comfort food served within a restored historic cotton gin building in Roberta.

Porter House

Steakhouse and seafood restaurant located in a historic building in downtown Jefferson.

Main Street Diner

Traditional American diner in Newnan offering classic breakfast plates, burgers, and hand-spun milkshakes.

Steven's Fine Foods

Local McDonough establishment known for traditional Southern fried chicken, fish, and homemade sides.

Dawg Gone Good BBQ

Small-batch barbecue joint in downtown Athens known for its ribs and pulled pork.

Loco's Bar & Grill

Casual Statesboro eatery featuring a large menu of sandwiches, wings, and burgers.

Carey Hilliard's

Family-owned Savannah institution since 1960, famous for its curb service and fried seafood platters.

Simply Southern Restaurant

Swainsboro eatery specializing in buffet-style Southern home cooking and regional desserts.

Talk of the Town

Small-town restaurant in Washington serving traditional Southern lunch specials and homemade pies.

Southern Soul

Renowned barbecue spot on St. Simons Island housed in a converted 1950s gas station.

Cracker Barrel

Southern-themed restaurant chain in Brunswick known for country-style breakfast and an attached general store.

Eddie Mae's Kountry Kitchen

Local soul food kitchen in Greenville serving traditional Southern breakfast and meat-and-three lunch options.

Tamez BBQ

Athens-based smokehouse blending Texas-style barbecue techniques with Mexican-inspired breakfast and lunch offerings.

Buddy's

Casual Newnan eatery focused on traditional American breakfast and lunch staples.

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