Top Best American Restaurants in Atlanta

"The General Muir is about as close to a real New York deli as you’ll find in the South, and while it’s open all day, breakfast and brunch are where this place really shines. This casual spot in Toco Hills serves classics likes latkes, pastrami hash, and bagels and lox, along with plenty of other dishes that’ll make you wonder how anyone ever got anything done after breakfast in 1930s New York. Since it’s right next to Emory, The General Muir is always packed first thing in the morning, but this is one place that we actually think is worth the wait."

"There was a time in Atlanta when, try as you might, you just couldn’t find a good matzo ball soup nor a decent Reuben with corned beef and sauerkraut on rye. All that changed when The General Muir entered the picture. In just five years, this stand out deli-café has become an indispensable part of Atlanta’s breakfast scene as an upscale New York-style Jewish deli and café."

"A post shared by Hilton Atlanta (@hiltonatlanta) on Nov 10, 2018 at 10:00am PST. Spend a romantic night out and have dinner at Nikolai’s Roof!. This sky high place does not only serve the finest meals but the finest views of the city - especially in the evening."

"This Hilton Hotel hot spot features some of Atlanta's best views. From the 30th floor of the Hilton, diners can enjoy some of the best seafood in Atlanta and the sights of the city..."

"After years of serving classic, white-tablecloth fine dining, chef Gerry Klaskala remodeled his Buckhead staple restaurant to appeal to a younger generation of diners. Now it’s a bit more relaxed and casual — there’s a walk-in ready bar and lounge for drinks and snacks for an impromptu night out. The kitchen consistently cranks out Aria favorites, like butter braised lobster, slow braised pork, and lump crab cakes."

"With several outstanding awards each year to its credit, along with a Four Diamond rating for 13 consecutive years, Aria is a must-visit for an exquisite dining experience in Atlanta. The dinner menu might be all-American, but the flavors are international. You’ll never be bored, not with its elegant, seasonal dishes."

"West Midtown may be a wonderland for gourmands but the bar options remain underwhelming. One exception is Ormsby's, a two-storey gastropub nearly hidden beneath the White Provision building (a 1910 meat-packing plant, recently refurbished as a posh urban market). The enormous tavern doubles as a lively adult playground, with two bocce ball courts, pool tables, skee ball, shuffleboard and darts."

"For something entirely different, head over to Ormsby’s, which is a classic neighborhood tavern on the west side of Atlanta. This is a comfortable and welcoming nightlife spot that has a speakeasy vibe, an awesome craft beer selection, and fun pub games to play. Spend your evenings with good friends here playing bocce ball, pool, darts, shuffleboard, and backgammon."

"Applebee’s Rx for Edibles & Elixirs, an Applebee’s still stands— albeit in a new building— on the site of the original Memorial Drive location in Decatur. There are now over 2,000 Applebee’s restaurants worldwide, each billing itself as a “neighborhood bar & grill” and serving up specials like the 2 for $20 appetizer and entrée deal."

"This gem is located between Virginia-Highland and Midtown, right by Piedmont Park. Park Tavern offers a crazy variety of food. You won’t mistake their sushi for Japanese quality, but you can’t complain with half off after 9pm."

"For some of the best “New South” dining in Atlanta, the Horseradish Grill is a prime dining spot. This comfortable Buckhead location is the spot for some of the best lunch in Atlan..."

"Jay’s Kitchen & Bar comes from the minds of music executives Jomo Hankerson and Heather Wesley, who have worked with musical powerhouses like Tony Braxton, Aaliyah, Tank and Ice Cube. The southwest Atlanta restaurant is housed in a 4,000 square foot structure perfect for entertaining large crowds and celebrity events. Favorite dishes include Jay’s Filet Roast, Chicken in the Pot and Sauteed Collossal Shrimp Grits."

"Offerings range from classic pies to specials like the Luna, drizzled with spicy ranch, house cheese blend, chorizo sausage, caramelized onions, and other goodies. Blue Moon also offers sandwiches, salads, wings and more.Dine-in, curbside pickup and no-contact delivery available. 325 East Paces Ferry Rd NE #3, Atlanta, GA 30305bluemoonpizza.com(404) 814-1515"

"Sushi delivery is available in the wee hours of the morning and night in Atlanta. Enter your delivery address to see what’s available in your area."

"Address: 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313. The Children’s Museum of Atlanta offers hours of hands-on fun and an unparalleled educational experience for kids. This kid-friendly paradise has exhibits exploring informative topics ranging from science and nutrition to creativity and engineering."

"275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr NWATL, GA 30313(404) 659-5437. From engineering to nutrition, the Children’s Museum of Atlanta features a wide range of exhibitions for curious kiddos. For a memorable visit, allow your children to show their paintings and creativity in the charming art studio."

"The High Museum of Art is located in the arts district of Atlanta. This is the perfect place for those interested in arts, history and culture, as it combines all three in its variety of fascinating exhibitions and displays. You can look forward to a choice of exhibitions when you visit this museum, which dates back to the early 1900s."

"The High Museum of Art is one of the nation’s leading art museums with more than 17,000 pieces of art. You can find work by Monet, Ernst, Tournier and so much more. The collections include African art, European art, American art, and different kinds of folk art."

"In the eastern suburb of Decatur, about 20 minutes from downtown Atlanta, the Waffle House Museum preserves the original location of the 24-hour, breakfast-all-day chain that now boasts more than 2,000 locations from coast to coast. The arrow on the bumblebee-colored signature sign points you to the restored restaurant and memorabilia-packed museum. See the chain’s original menus, place settings, uniforms, and more."

"Waffle Houses are a common sight in the United States and you can visit the original restaurant. At the small Waffle House Museum, you can step back in time and look through past uniforms, dishes from different decades, and a collection of menus. It’s a kitschy little spot, but many people have a special place for the Waffle House chain and might love stopping at this little museum that pays homage."

"For some of the best “New South” dining in Atlanta, the Horseradish Grill is a prime dining spot. This comfortable Buckhead location is the spot for some of the best lunch in Atlan..."

"The steakhouse Restaurant Marcel boasts a luxe atmosphere and gets its name from the French boxer named Marcel who embraces spectacle. The restaurant serves steaks with much aging and love.The menu offered is a seasonal one, and as such, changes quite often. Lunch includes burgers, boozy shakes, and french fries from 11:30 until 2:30pm Monday through Friday."

"One of the city’s finest steakhouse, Marcel also has one of the city’s finest decor and interiors. The leather and wood makes for a plush and cozy atmosphere that complements the fine food and dining. Pro Tip: Pop into neighboring Little Trouble afterwards for even more chic fun."

"Marcel, a grand American steakhouse by Ford Fry, features padded leather seats, unobtrusive lighting, and elegant dark woods to create an interior that is intimate and lush."

"In a town where new restaurants open almost daily, it's heartwarming to see an old favorite maintain a loyal following. Opened in 1998 in an industrial office complex along the railroad tracks between Emory and Virginia-Highland, this charming restaurant still feels like a discovery. The kitchen's deep commitment to seasonality and supporting sustainable purveyors is evident in dishes like burrata with plum compote and grilled sourdough, smoked paprika tagliatelle tossed with rich duck bolognese, and blue crab fritters with green tomato chow-chow."

"Chef Anne Quatrano opened this quaint cafe and bar near Emory Village over 20 years ago. Located in a renovated warehouse, Floataway offers several places to dine quietly on dishes filled with French, Italian, and Spanish influences, including at the small bar and out on the charming and dog friendly courtyard patio."