Best Lunch Restaurants in Atlanta

"Downtown can be tough when it comes to dining but, thankfully, there’s Atlanta Breakfast Club to help with morning hunger pangs. It’s also the place to go to when you want an over-the-top-breakfast that’s going to make your taste buds happy. The peach cobbler French toast with vanilla butter and the Gulf shrimp and grits with chicken sausage and smoked pepper gravy are definite winners."

"It’s so hard to choose the best chicken and waffles in Atlanta, but Atlanta Breakfast Club’s version is at the top of my list. It is one of my favorite brunch items, but when it is done right with a thick and fluffy waffle and perfectly seasoned fried chicken I am a happy girl. This tasty combination and the peach cobbler french toast are the dishes to order here."

"249 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 | (470) 428-3825. The Atlanta Breakfast Club has a strong following because of its brunch menu, which includes the famous Peach Cobbler French toast, chicken and waffles and more. Here’s what one reviewer says about the Atlanta Breakfast Club: “Great food."

"You don't have to be a guest to enjoy this bar and lounge, devoted to everyone's favorite brown spirit, located in the lobby of the InterContinental Hotel. The concept from James Beard award-winner celebrity restaurateur Art Smith (best known as Oprah's personal chef) offers over 70 different bourbons and craft American whiskies, plus trendy signature cocktails. Continue to 9 of 10 below."

"Don’t let the Intercontinental Hotel lobby location be the reason for not grabbing drinks here after work. The bourbon bar offers over 70 whiskey selections on its menu as well as live music. There’s a good chance of celebrity sighting, too."

"Here’s what one reviewer says about Southern Art and Bourbon Bar. “The food was delicious. I ordered the carbonara pasta."

"This North Buckhead/Sandy Springs spot has a French toast and cowboy benedict to die for. It’s a small little spot, right next to Kroger, but there’s also plentiful outdoor seating."

"We’re thankful to enjoy First Watch’s avocado toast, stacks of pancakes (especially the lemon riccotta), and fresh juices almost all over town, but the Kennesaw location gets extra kudos for excellent service. No trip is complete without a slice of their Million Dollar Bacon, smoked and baked with brown sugar and topped with a maple syrup drizzle. You’re going to have to roll me out the door."

"If you love soul food, there’s a new Atlanta restaurant you’ve got to try: Peach Cobbler Cafe. Atlanta entrepreneur Arle Alston has crafted a delightful soul food experience with authentic menu items inspired by the Southern comfort food we all know and love. Learn more about Peach Cobbler Cafe."

"2221 Peachtree Rd NW Suite G, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (404) 351-0450. Here’s what one reviewer says about the Peach Cobbler Cafe. “1st time customer because of the radio commercial."

"Looking for an authentic Mexican breakfast made fresh seven days of the week?. If yes, then there’s definitely no better place to head over to than ADios Café. Started in 2009, the café specializes in various delectable breakfast dishes as well as desserts and coffees."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user anthonydelanoix used under CC0. Photo is only for illustrative purposes. Each day of the week starting from 8 am you should grab a seat in Atlanta’s most gorgeous breakfast café."

"White Windmill is a Korean bakery with locations in both Doraville and Duluth. The bakery offers an impressive array of treats, including flavored coffee and tea lattes, breads, and French and Asian pastries. Try not to over indulge in all of the samples here."

"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."

"The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has worked to save lives and protect people for years, but they have definitely become a household name over the last year. The CDC Museum features different exhibits about how scientists work on mystery diseases and other public health topics. You can take a guided tour or wander through on your own."

"This unique museum features award-winning exhibitions that focus on a variety of public health topics, as well as the history of the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention). Four temporary exhibitions—each related to the CDC’s work—are mounted each year. M-F, 9 am-5 pm, open Th until 7 pm."

"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."

"One of Buckhead’s best-kept secrets opened in August 2018 in Phipps Plaza. Grand Lux Cafe is from the same people that brought us the Cheesecake Factory. The funky decor and bold menu has been a strong selling point for Buckhead’s wealthy crowds looking to find something new to eat."

"3500 Peachtree Rd NE #2093, Atlanta, GA 30326 | (404) 504-2961. One of Buckhead’s best-kept secrets opened in August 2018 in Phipps Plaza and has been packing them in every since. Grand Lux Cafe is from the same people that brought us the Cheesecake Factory."

"3500 Peachtree Rd NE #2093, Atlanta, GA 30326 | (404) 504-2961. One of Buckhead’s best-kept secrets opened in August 2018 in Phipps Plaza. Grand Lux Cafe is from the same people that brought us the Cheesecake Factory."

"Founded by and named for Atlanta media mogul Ted Turner, a bison is not only the full-service chain’s logo, but also the backbone of its menu. Bison nachos, bison meatloaf, bison steaks, bison chili, and, of course, bison burgers showcase the restaurant’s signature item."

"Ted's Montana Grill is a gathering place for family and friends, offering comfort food for the 21st century. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 404-521-9796"