39 Best Southern Restaurants near Riverdale

“I felt very welcome and the food was excellent, the main owner was super sweet and handled the entire rush alone and surgically efficiently. Great fries and greater paintings!“

“Forsho 24hrs…. by reading a review of a person driving from Rex and posting there luxury nice cars and one of the biggest nice food truck I ever seen🔥🔥if they can read there about 8 to 10 professional signs saying to go only, call for service, open 24hr signs. And they are light up like a CHRISTmas tree. But what’s important is there food, service, is impeccable.“

“I just got a delivery from smokehouse. This food is 100% the HIP. I ordered the rib dinner and I ate every drop. I actually want some more“

“The food is good but sometimes the food isn't consistent in texture or taste.

Update: 10/8/2026
I'm choosing to update and not delete my previous comments on the food because I want people to see what my honest first review was when I first tried the food many, many years ago.

But I have to be completely honest and say I literally dang near moved down the street and around the corner and I have consistently been up in Annie Laura's face and their food has been NOTHING but consistent and good! Not sure who was doing the cooking back in the day but whoever they got in there now the team they have in there now baby they be handling business!
The collard greens with the turkey meat still hitting, the stuffing and gravy is is better now than it has ever been. I literally will just get the stuffing and the gravy by itself with collard greens and just straight smash it! Now they're not over the top friendly but they're definitely not rude and they're not mean they just work very very hard there!
So thank you Annie Laura's for keeping me fed with some good food that has been consistent and yummy!!“

“Great place, good vibes and drinks!“

“The food at this location was great and the portions were perfect.
What really pushed me to give a review was the service! Both of the staff that were there made me feel really welcomed and they were very attentive. I had a long day before I came in there but they created atmosphere of warmth and love which is how you want your food to be served.“

“Frances and KK at the Atlanta Airport location are so friendly and helpful! Loved my experience here. The food is great!!“

“Perfect spot for great good and vibes!“

“Me and my friends had a party there and nice food and drinks..My sever was very good this is my second party there. Thanks to everyone.. Ms Black was my severe and I really appreciate her.... Thank you Ms. Black“

“Wow!!! Bomb food and amazing service. Had to wait a little bit but it was worth it. I came from Knoxville, Tn and all I gotta say is we need one of y’all’s spots over here!! God bless your business and continue to put the Lord first in all you do and it will prosper forever! Thank you for a great experience! 💕Katherine“

“The food is always hot and fresh. Simple walk thru and select. Very friendly and fresh food.“

“I live in Ohio but have family in Georgia. One of the first places I go is the Green Manor. The food is absolutely fantastic, the staff is amazing and the building is just beautiful. An all around great experience. One of my favorite places in Georgia.“

“Food is absolutely DELICIOUS. HIGHLY RECOMMEND 🤎🤎“

“👍🏾The food is delicious, and the atmosphere is friendly!“

“The staff took care of our large party (20+). Not one single delay or complaint. The food was great the service was excellent and chef took a picture with my sister and made an awesome little brother on my 50th birthday.“

“I Was Completely Blown Away At This Restaurant. I Was Sat By A Beautiful Host Which Turn Out To Be My Server. Renisha Was Very Knowledgeable About The Ga Craft Beers. She did an amazing job by explaining each item on the menu. I Gave Her The Opportunity Of Ordering My Food and Beer. Oh Boy She Did Not Disappoint. I had the Blackened Catfish with rice and beans and an Orange Still Diva Beer To Drink. It was her two favorite items and I had no complaints! Renisha service was the best service I have had in years. My water cup was never low and if I had more time I would have had another beer. Renisha Was Very Patient With Me Even Though The Restaurant Was Very Busy. She is also a team player and is willing to pick up the slack from others. As A Restaurant Manager Please Give This Server Her Flowers, She Deserves it !“

“What a lovely experience we had enjoying breakfast at your restaurant. My omelet was absolutely outstanding! I consider myself an omelet connoisseur and yours was truly delicious. The fresh squeezed orange juice was also delicious. Our server, Abby, was always around when needed. Friendly and helpful as well.“

“Pretti Plates is my go to production caterer.“

“I've been going here since I was a child. It's always been consistent in taste. It sometimes take a little time to get your food but that's because it's always packed with people. I will continue to eat here for as long as I can. Definitely an Atlanta staple.“

“This was a step up from the typical hotel restaurant. Appetizer and main courses were very well prepared. Shandi was our waitress. She was professional and had a very friendly attitude and smile. The DJ playing in the lobby chose some great tunes that we enjoyed during dinner. I recommend this restaurant.“

“Awesome food and service!!“

“We decided to check out Virgil’s on the spur of the moment while we were in Atlanta… from us entering the door, manager Nassier made us feel welcome and thoroughly explained the menu. Once we were seated our waiter Brandon did an exceptional job taking our order and keeping our glasses full… the atmosphere was great and it experience was like none other…I can say this was one of the best if not the best dining experiences…“

“The atmosphere was warm, comfortable, and inviting, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. I ordered a few dishes to try, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and nicely presented. The portions were satisfying, and the overall quality definitely stood out. Service was prompt without feeling rushed, which made the evening even better. Voya Bistro is a place I would happily visit again. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for good food and friendly service.“

“A friend of mine told me about this soul food place. I was very pleased with the meatloaf and greens and mac and cheese! Large portions for the price. Excellent cobblers and homemade cakes. Eat in or carry out.“

“it's always on point for me👍🏿👍🏿“

“We had a flight cancellation and stayed at the Renaissance hotel near the Atlanta airport. After a long day of travel, we decided to try Concorde Grill inside the hotel and were not disappointed! We enjoyed the Sea Bass and Salmon (not blackened), and we substituted the regular sides for the grilled asparagus (because we are very low carb) —everything was delicious and cooked perfectly!!
The MacMurray Pinot Noir was the perfect accompaniment with both fish, and having San Pellegrino sparkling water was nice too.
The atmosphere was great. It’s not too loud and having a great view of the ATL airport was also surprisingly nice and calming.“

“Everything. Good cooked with love!!!!“

“great food good prices for service with a smile 🙂“

“Amazing home cooking and soul food. Large portions and excellent service!“

“I ordered the 1/2 lb of shrimp, which according to the menu comes with two hushpuppies, but unfortunately, no hushpuppies were included in my order.

On the positive side, the shrimp portion was generous, perfectly fried, and highly flavorful. I would definitely recommend the shrimp, though a half-pound might be a bit too much for just one person!

However, the fries were dry and came in a very small portion considering the price paid. While I was disappointed about the missing hushpuppies and the fries, the quality of the shrimp still makes this place worth a try.“

“Just left here the food was good couldn’t enjoy it cus it was hot. 40 yrs later the A.C still don’t work come on. South Dekalb piccadilly have been open since I was a lil girl im 40. I stop going cus the A.C wasn’t working my oldest 20 my youngest 3 A.C still don’t work it’s wrong. Why can’t we get ac in our community establishment that’s been around before Reviews.“

“Flavors catered my Dad's 75th Birthday Celebration about a couple of weeks ago (January 25, 2025). The food was GREAT/ EXCEPTIONAL! And, the staff was very warm, kind, and hospitable. Kudos and Blessings to them. Frederick“

“portions were good. our meal was filling and delicious. Miss Lois gave great service. 💕“

“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“

“Fresh fruits and vegetables 🌽 and the desserts 🍮 are awesome.“

“I had such a wonderful experience at this is it !!!From the moment I arrived, I felt welcomed and genuinely cared for. The manager was absolutely amazing—friendly, attentive, and truly went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect.
The atmosphere, service, and overall experience made my visit really special. It’s clear that the team takes pride in creating a memorable experience for their guests. I’ll definitely be coming back and would happily recommend this is it!!! to others! And Shante was absolutely the best!!!“

“This place deserves a higher rating. Low key counter service. 10-15 min wait even when its busy. The wings.. perfect size. Small, crispy, saucy. Honey hot is the one for me. Hook up culture is real here. I get 20 piece once or twice a week. Sometimes I get my order and there's a couple extra. The woman who receives the orders is very polite and always remembers me. These wings I would rate above trap wings and magic city for sure.“

“Food is very good.!!!!! service is good too!“