50 Best Southern Restaurants near Brookhaven

“The food, drinks, and service are consistently good.“

“I try to visit this place every time I am in Atlanta. We love the atmosphere, service, and food. Their apple butter for their biscuits is delicious. Try it! You won't be disappointed.

Parking: No problem finding a spot.

Kid-friendliness: Kids would enjoy too although we did not have any that day.

Wheelchair accessibility: Noticed the sidewalks were marked and establishment is on street level.“

“We ordered Thanksgiving dinner from Secreto! It was over the top! So well done! Love this restaurant and highly recommend!“

“JenChan’s is a friendly neighborhood hangout with an amazing menu, friendly waiters, and a wide selection of games. The food is always fantastic and the drinks are always strong & cold. I would recommend the ginger margarita slushies, the fried mushrooms, and any of the pizzas!!!“

“I visited 404 a few weeks ago with a friend and was pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere was inviting, and the food was an absolute 10/10! Everything we ordered was delicious.

The only downside was the service. It wasn’t a busy night, yet the service was extremely slow. Over the course of two and a half hours, our server only checked on us twice. I’m not sure if it was a staffing issue, but it definitely dragged out our visit longer than expected.

Despite that, I’m still giving 5 stars and would visit again for the food and ambiance alone.“

“Went to South City for an early dinner after getting off the plane and this place does NOT disappoint. Tried the Spicy Cauliflower and Fried Green Tomatoes and both were excellent. The Fried Green Tomatoes had goat cheese put on before frying and normally I am not a fan of goat cheese… this provided a creamy texture and brine that matched perfectly with the tomatoes. My colleague got the Spicy Cauliflower and the pairings of the charred Cauliflower with the spicy peanut relish was delightful and something I’ve never experienced before. The entrees were just as good. My colleague got the Shrimp and Grits and she said it was good- the shrimp looked amazing, but I am not a fan of shrimp and grits together (though I do love them separately). I got the Springer Mountain Farms Fried Chicken and it was so tasty- not the best fried chicken I have ever had- but the collard greens and mashed potatoes may have been the best I have ever had. The chicken was very good, don’t get me wrong, but overshadowed by the amazing collard greens that were seasoned perfectly with garlic and thyme. The mashed potatoes made me feel like I was having my grandmother’s mashed potatoes at Thanksgiving. Finally, I had to try the Peach Pecan Pie… I took it to go and the fresh peaches, the fresh whipped cream, and the glaze… the only thing missing was the pecans (the pie filling was pecan pie filling… but sans pecans so I get what they were doing and it was still fantastic… but a pecan or two would have put it at a 10.). Emmanuel was our server and he knew the menu backwards and forwards and was very accommodating. Loved this place and would go back in a heartbeat. Especially to try the pork chop and spoonybread!“

“The food here truly feeds the soul! From the moment we walked in, the service was exceptional—warm, welcoming, and attentive. Every dish we tried was seasoned to perfection, delivering that classic Southern home-cooked flavor that’s hard to find. It felt like a comforting meal straight from grandma’s kitchen. I absolutely loved it and wouldn’t hesitate to come back. Five stars all the way!“

“the best! we ordered the chicken salad sandwich and the standard breakfast. all very amazing.. and the mimosas are excellent.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five Stars! Thank you Body Symmetry Wellness center in Peachtree Corners. For our weight loss program that we have BOTH- Lost 42lbs together! 20lbs for me 22lbs for my husband! These meals are so good! Each week you receive 3 different meals-(14 meals a week) No cooking- grab & go and heat it up! SO HEALTHY! We have now been on the program for 7 weeks- Thank you Anthony Brumfield...There's no stopping now! Get your meals today! They are so yummy!“

“Came to ATL from out of town craving some good soul food, this place DELIVERED. I am planning to travel back to ATL just to eat here again. Well done Southern Queenz ??“

“great home style country cooking.“

“Food is amazing!!!!! Queen took great care of us!!!!!!!!! Loved it. Will definitely visit again! Thank you queen for everything !!!!!!“

“I don’t know why we haven’t been here sooner! Natalie Bianca is in our backyard yet we always choose to go downtown or midtown for food. Natalie Bianca is a gem in Cascade Heights. The parking isn’t the best but the vibes, food, and service make up for it. The staff seem to flow and work well together, the drinks are inventive, and the brunch is phenomenal. We will definitely be back for dinner service.

Meal recap:

Wife: Eti’s G&T (cocktail), crab cakes benedict, side of grits

Me: Shea (cocktail), breakfast chicken chimichanga

Shared: Jules (cocktail; not pictured)

Would recommend them all!!!“

“Great atmosphere. Good people and the food was delicious.“

“DELICIOUS!! When you order grits in a restaurant and they come out delicious—needing no salt, butter, or pepper—you know it’s a good place to eat!! All of our food was delicious. And the staff was sooo friendly! I wish I had taken a picture of our food but we scarfed it down! Definitely will eat here again!“

“Great food and atmosphere“

“I visited this restaurant on a Thursday evening and the restaurant had a brisk clientele. The waitress came to our table immediately and asked for our drink orders and brought them back very quickly. I ordered the above items and in less than 15minutes i had my order and it was hot and seasoned to perfection. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone that wants a quick wholesome meal, with all taste you remember from growing up.“

“Amazing restaurant, amazing waiter and it was classy and cozy. Great for special events like dates and birthday. Gavin you brought upscale and love to atl“

“The food is amazing!! I have driven very long ways to enjoy this gem for genuine gluten free food! They offer cake and fried chicken and Mac and cheese and the best cornbread all gluten free!!! For a gluten free girl this is a A+ find“

“Great food, friendly atmosphere.“

“Vegetarian options: Majority of the vegetarian options are sides, the appetizers, and desserts. The Vegetable platter consists of a variety of the sides that they offer. While the platter was filling and did taste delicious, I would not recommend if majority of the party is vegetarian or vegan as they do not have a separate vegetarian/vegan menu (that I am aware of or saw). So if you are vegetarian, your only option will be the platter.

Parking: Complimentary, but mandatory Valet parking where you can “pay what you want”. There is no fixed price for the parking. We offered to park our own car, but was told that was not an option in their parking lot.“

“The food was great but our waitress Shannon will be the reason I go back! She is wonderful- if you go ask for her, she is a delight!“

“Lovely open air dining room, tasty and fast food service. Friendly bartenders. Great location.“

“I visited the Moreland location, ordered the Mild wings and grits. The grits are very taasty! Not as thick as I would like it but it was good! The chicken was very juicy the perfect crunch but certainly with a spicy kick didnt expect it lol, but the manager and staff was very accommodating🫶🏾 Will definitely come back but will order the flavor under the mild☺️“

“Where to start? What a delightful evening and meal. The waiter, to start with, was amazingly attentive and kept up with us the entire evening. Also the owner came over and filled us in on the recent history. Liquor license is in now but I don't drink so that was not important. Let me segue to the food. OMG, the mushroom and goat cheese fondue with tomato jam was to die for. It was served in a cast iron skillet with plenty of toast. The sauce was so rich and creamy. To keep this under an hour and a half reading let me say my bride's steak was perfect along with the brussel sprouts and kale. Let me tell you about the pork chop. I like my pork chops to be medium rare if possible and it was perfectly pink inside. I try my best to get that look and I always overcome them. The sweet potato puree asking with the brussel sprouts was outstanding. The portions were very generous and couldn't ask anything better for a Monday night meal. OK, then there was the bread pudding. Oh, Lord, when I tasted the whiskey I almost fell in the floor. So, let me say to the people who has a bad time at the restaurant that they are hitting on all cylinders. I can understand a Karen or two that have nothing better to do than be haters, especially after the opening of the restaurants after COVID. I get it. Why not try to come back and give it another chance. They deserve it and you could use a good meal to chill out.“

“Southern dining at it's best! Incredible cuisine with amazing selection that appeals to all. Service is excellent creating an experience that keeps you coming back.“

“The atmosphere was great, food was delicious, great vibe, positive vibe.“

“Great food and great people.“

“Incredible Food and better service! Home run!“

“Our server was excellent! The atmosphere was great. The food was decent. I was tempted to try the shrimp and grits but the bbq sauce turned me off. I opted for a traditional breakfast that consisted of grits, toast, bacon, and eggs. It’s a quaint little place with a variety of dishes. It was my first time here but it will not my last.“

“when i am in town one of my favorite places to eat, tonight was on point great food and service.“

“I have only eaten breakfast here, but it is always good and inexpensive. This more of a grab your food to go spot. Get the breakfast potatoes and the fried green tomatoes. The country steak is extra crispy on the outside and moist on the inside.“

“amazing Chicken Salad,, my favorites are OLIVIA'S OLD SOUTH and JALAPEÑO HOLLY!“

“good Down home southern cooking“

“Honestly, I was surprised. We were in Summer Hill trying to get dinner somewhere else but they couldn't squeeze us in, so we ended up at Southern National. The food was SO good. Great variety, fresh ingredients, flavorful. The drinks and wine selection are spot onz and we've always had great service. We've added this to our regular rotation.“

“I stopped in based off TikTok and Insta Reels. So glad I did. I had a blast. The vibe was everything. Miko was my server and she was so interactive. She made recommendations. I listened. I enjoyed. This was my first time but definitely not my last.“

“Today I had the privilege of eating and photographing at Aimer ATL.FRIED LOBSTER TAILSToday I had the experience of trying the Fried Lobster Tails, and they were delectable. These tails would be wonderful for lobster connoisseurs and even those who just do not care for it. Why? The crispy, crunch of the batter is full of flavor, delivering a full southern punch to a subtle crustacean. The batter additionally captures the juices within the meat which explodes upon bites. I highly enjoyed the Fried Lobster Tails and would recommend them. <3 ❤-SaSha Elizabeth Photographersasha official . Com“

“Recently spent a few days in Atlanta. (Go Braves!) This was the BEST meal we had the entire time. Scott, you and your staff have my vote --- 5 star, A+ all the way. Marcelo, your service during our meal --- perfect. This will be a "must do" the next time we are in Atlanta. In the meanwhile, when YOU go, get the fried chicken and any of the sides. You will thank me.“

“Great atmosphere and good food…“

“My friend girl brought me to this restaurant for my birthday. I had the turkey ribs, collards, yams and Mac and cheese and the bread pudding, we even tried the fried green tomato,she had the turkey wings. OH ! My gosh the food was sooo, ( never heard of nor had a turkey ribs) it was so tender and the sauce was point on. I don't mind paying a good piece if the service and food is great. When I left this restaurant I took a picture and posted on Facebook, telling everybody I know about this fabulous time at this place and they got to try it out. The service, and my waiter was a 10 .plus“

“Good food. Good atmosphere.“

“The other day I placed an order through DoorDash for some beef tips w/rice, and 2 sides but my order was wrong and DoorDash refused to give me my money back. I called Big Daddy's Soul Food to let them know and Big Daddy himself made sure that I got my food fresh and hot as he had one of his employees deliver it to me. I always order from them when I don't feel like cooking and I am truly grateful for that moment. I just wanted to say thank you for the excellent service you provided!! Great customer service!!!“

“I’ve been going to Chicken Salad Chick for a while now and have never had any complaints. The food is always fresh, delicious, and consistent, and the place is clean and welcoming every single time.

But what truly sets this location apart is Fernando. Whether he’s at the cashier or working in the back, he’s always there with a smile and an incredibly polite attitude. He genuinely goes above and beyond when it comes to customer service. Need something? Fernando’s already on it. It’s rare to come across someone who consistently brings that kind of energy and care to their job, and it really makes a difference.

Massive props to him and the whole team. Highly recommend this spot if you’re in the area!“

“Ms. D is a godsend in the Atlanta community, specifically the Historic West End. Follow them on IG and fb for updates on live music. They cater, and rent their dining room for special events. They're also an in-restaurant full service dining room. Ate there today for brunch at about 11am, and my friend had the burrito with vegan sausage and vegan cheese replacement and devoured it. The fresh fruit bowl she got with it was so ripe and perfect! I ordered shrimp quesadillas, which were remarkable, with a yummy, very fresh and crisp green salad. They had ginger tea, caffeinated and decaf coffee. Service was excellent. They've partnered with the city of Atlanta to hire teen waitstaff throughout the summer for fair pay. Nothing is more wholesome, mom and pop, and worthy of support and celebration than a true community based business! I will always support this eatery!“

“Always an absolutely amazing experience when visiting MUKJA! The last time I had Mukja was 2023, a year later the food was just as good as the day I discovered the place. Consistency in quality makes Mukja my goto chicken outlet in Atlanta“

“Wonderful Mother’s Day Brunch and lunch! First Mother’s Day for us and Chief Robert and team had an amazing spread!“

“Super friend staff and amazing food! Everyone was so friendly and helpful but, most importantly, the food was SO good! My husband and I both got different omelets and both were so good. We ate until we were beyond stuffed because the food was THAT good! He got a Bloody Mary that was one of the best I’ve had out here and I got a mimosa. Perfect little brunch atmosphere and set up! ❤️ You can not visit Lake Tahoe and pass this honey up!“

“The food was fabulous! A stop and eat when in Atlanta.“