I finally made it back to Agave after about a year and I promised myself I would leave a review. Wow! What a difference! They've made some noticeable improvements starting with the valet (thank God!). The new service is prompt and feels much more professional. Service at Agave has always been excellent, that hasn't changed. There's definitely new energy in both the staff and overall ambiance. Their bartenders are incredible, complimented by a full bar and delicious mixed drinks! The food is still incredible (10/10). The meatball appetizer is a must try! I'm thrilled to see that Agave isn't just holding on...it's thriving! This restaurant remains a top destination for Mexican cuisine in Atlanta. If you're a local or just visiting, do yourself a favor and make a reservation, it's simply a must. read more

I have not had the pleasure of dining in but I have ordered takeout thru UberEats and I must say it was delicious. Their creative southwestern cuisine is top notch. My go to meal is Agave's Famous Cayenne Fried Chicken. A spicy buttermilk marinated jumbo fried chicken breast, topped with a poblano drizzle served with mashed potatoes & grilled corn. Even though I'm not consuming it immediately because I'm waiting for it to be delivered, it still tastes extremely fresh. The chicken is tender, flavorful and juicy and the poblano drizzle is served on the side for to go orders. It's kind of a spicy green sauce but I love it. The mashed potatoes are always the perfect consistency. The grilled corn is charred just enough but not too much and is sweet. If I could get the corn the way they do the street corn appetizer it would really make this dish over the top. I honestly can't wait to go dine in. I'm sure the atmosphere is wonderful and inviting. I've had my eye on the slow braised short ribs for awhile. read more

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Good service, great atmosphere....went here for a dinner outing for my job. Food was great . My dish was flavorful. I definitely will come back and bring my fiancée for a date night read more

Agave Restaurant - Tenderloin Medallions - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

A hidden gem. Superb, tasty southwestern food in a lively atmosphere. Do yourself a favor: Order the Hatch Green Chile Stew. It's the stew your grandma made you after a cold winter day playing outside. Plus, it's probably the best price in Atlanta. Great waitstaff (shoutout Brandon!). Easy parking. Very affordable. read more

This is a pretty interesting spot!! I liked it a lot. The service there was amazing, made me feel very welcomed. I had the Crawfish Pasta, which was very good. The concept of the restaurant does throw me for a small loop, incorporating seafood, souther cuisine, and Mexican dishes. It's a little confusing to me, but nonetheless, unique and flavorful. Definitely a restaurant worth going to, and it won't be my last time going. read more

Agave Restaurant - Diablo Crawfish Pasta - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Ummmmm, I was really looking forward to eating here, as I am from New Mexico now living in Atlanta. I ordered the Santa Fe Blue Corn Enchiladas because it states that it has Hatch Green Chile sauce on it, which is the staple sauce for all New Mexican cuisine. The enchiladas were dry and clearly had no flavor of green chile. Really disappointed in the lack of flavor and green chile. If you're a New Mexican or familiar with Hatch Green Chile, don't do it! read more

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Diablo Crawfish Pasta This is my first time ordering from agave, and it'll certainly be my last. Not only did I have to add a bunch of salt due to it having no flavor at all, I also found a piece of hair in my food. I called and they didn't quite seem to care since I ordered from a delivery service, and it was blatant. Don't waste your money or time! read more

Agave Restaurant - Diablo Crawfish Pasta - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

This place is amazing! I am upset at myself that it took me so long to finally leave a review because this was one of the best meals i have had in a very long time. I drive past here every day and finally for Valentine's Day we decided to give it a try. It was packed that night and we were sooo glad we made reservations. We were seated immediately upon check in. I will say the dining area was pretty tight and there was a lot of hustle and bustle going on around us with the wait staff, BUT that didn't ruin our experience one bit. Now on to the food & Drinks... We started with Agave Top Shelf Margarita and the Peachtree Margarita. Let me tell you, if you are looking for good strong drinks, this is your place! These drinks did not disappoint. For food, we started with the Queso Fundito and the Guacamole. I loved the queso. It had a nice kick and meatiness from the chorizo. The guac on the other hand was just okay to me. For the main course I ordered the Grilled Berkshire Pork Chop and it was seasoned and grilled to perfection! The greens were really tasty and the Mac and cheese was really good as well. EVERYTHING was very well seasoned, I cannot stress that enough! My husband ordered the special which was a surf and turf kind of option. It came with beautifully grilled filet mignon which surprisingly came with 2 good size filet pieces, shrimp, asparagus and corn. It was so good! We finished the meal with the strawberry cheesecake and you could tell it was home made. It was delicious. I would definitely recommend Agave and plan on returning soon to try other menu items. read more

Awesomeness place Nice bartender Great service Valet outside Smooth place On the corner read more

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To Beth d that just left a 2 star review....REALLY??? This is the best chef/owner restaurant at the lowest prices with top notch service. It's loud because it's a family neighborhood restaurant/popular tequila bar with open concept kitchen ----lots of repeat locals that's why they survived COVID. It's, of course a SMOKE FREE RESTAURANT so not sure what that's about. . But I guess it doesn't matter because they are CLOSING TONIGHT!!! We have come here with a 45 minute drive at least once a month for 25 years because it's AMAZING!! Probably 1/2 the clientele has been too because we have so many friends we see here in a regular basis. THIS IS A TRAGIC LOSS for this area as tonight is their last night AND it was so packed we got here when they opened and there were 43 people already waiting. I WISH THE LANDLORD WOULD CHANGE THEIR MIND, we tried to buy it (just to save our favorite place) but many games were played and the truth was skewed. This is a one in a million restaurant-SO SAD. read more

I've been seeing the "New Mexican" label attached to Agave recently; it clearly means different things to different people. For several years, the restaurant has occupied a corner of Boulevard SE across from Oakland Cemetery, walking distance from all the fun stuff in Cabbagetown. This is my first visit post-pandemic; I've visited now a total of three times. I used to live in Texas, so the southwest vibe is familiar to me. I would say that if you are merely expecting elevated Tex Mex, your experience will not really line up as predicted. Agave is shooting more for a deep southwest vibe, with the hatch chiles and the corn tortillas and the Spanish mission style decor. Environment is cozy and economical on space, with a nice fire burning in the corner of the dining room. Saturday dinner crowd was packed solid with lively energy. I ordered a Texas margarita, which was generous and salty. I mean this drink was huge, not complaining either. Followed this up with the pulled pork verde (green sauce) enchiladas, and a slice of key lime pie. The enchiladas were served in what I presume to be house corn tortillas, with some great hatch pinto beans. Great quality stuff, all around. The pie also was super limey, my favorite kind. These guys are in my rotation for when the kids can be occupied. Wife and I have had some stellar dates here and have gladly returned multiple times. read more

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Well I'll start with the best parts of my experience here. The service was excellent, mac & cheese is awesome (rich & creamy), greens were unique in a good way and their salsa is some of the best I've had in the A. Now for the just ok stuff. My date ordered the stuffed trout and she found it lacking in the flavor department. When our waiter, I think his name was Zach, noticed she wasn't eating he offered for her to try the scallops. That was cool of him and she liked that better. I had their "famous" fried chicken and I liked the texture of the breading, but it was also a little bland for my taste. No spice, heat or kick whatsoever. My meal also came with street corn, but as you can see in my pic, there was no cheese on my corn. I looked a other people's pics and theirs came with cheese. No biggie. I didn't mention it to Zach, but if I did I'm sure he would have made it right. Their drink menu mentions that their margaritas are "award winning". Well I had 2 different ones and the coconut one was the best, but I was not overly impressed. Overall this is a great place for a date. The ambiance is cozy and they have a cool 2 sided fireplace. I'll give it another shot and see if I have better luck on my dinner selection. read more

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It was 20 years since I was last at Agave, though I did recall I enjoyed it. Tonight was WAY better than I remembered. Delta, our server, was fantastic. Fun, sweet, accommodating, and provided exemplary service. Watching the other servers I could tell she was in good company. Started with the calamari which really surprised me. Perfectly tender and crispy rings and the dipping sauces were delicious. My partner opted for the scallops which were perfectly cooked accompanied by delicious grits and collards. He was in heaven. I opted for the flat iron steak with mac and cheese and collards. OMG SO FREAKING GOOD!! I could not believe how tender the steak was (which was cooker perfectly medium rare) and the sides did not disappoint. Churro cheesecake rounded out the experience. So glad we decided to revisit after so many years. Will definitely be back much sooner next time! read more

Great food, authentic atmosphere, friendly wait staff, overall a wonderful experience. Definitely recommend giving Agave a try. read more

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The atmosphere food and the service was so good drinks are on point too give it a try u can't go wrong, read more

Agave Restaurant - The Agave's Cayenne Fried Chicken - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Agave was delicious. I had the fried chicken meal . The sauce was great, perfect spicy level. The portion size was generous. I also enjoyed my strawberry margarita ! read more

Agave Restaurant - Agave 's Famous Cayenne Fried Chicken - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

We came here recently for a friends dinner. It was my first time. The decor inside is a southwest home. It's done very well. The staff is on top of it from the moment you step in. I ordered the Agave Top Shelf margarita ($12.50) because our waitress said it was award winning. Coming from someone who makes a killer margarita at home, I can agree. It was a great tasting margarita and strong. We ordered some appetizers for the table: Homemade guacamole, Queso fundido, spicy fried lobster tail, and fried calamari. Everything was excelling. The fried lobster was delicious but it was not spicy. For dinner I ordered the Pulled Pork Verde enchiladas ($15.50). I loved every bite. The egg on top was a nice touch. I would return in a Heartbeat. read more

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So I came here after a long day of running errands and something told me to order the house smoked pecan trout for my starter meal. long story short, i made a second order of the house smoked pecan trout because i had to taste again to see if i was dreaming. this was an absolute to-die-for meal. thank you to the head chef jack, & his hardworking kitchen staff. this restaurant deserves a michelin star. Here is a picture of the masterpiece "house smoked pecan trout" if you are looking for an ambiance mixed with perfectly cooked cuisine, then you need to come visit agave restaurant. read more

Agave Restaurant - House Smoked Pecan Trout - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

This was my second time here and it did not disappoint. The way the restaurant is laid out makes each dining area feel super cozy. The spicy fried lobster tail is a must! The breading is nice and crispy without being too thick, and it's really nice to be able to eat a little bit of lobster without dropping $40/$50. The frozen strawberry margarita was delicious, but not too strong. Entrees were very flavorful. They have complimentary on site valet parking as well. read more

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I really liked this restaurant. Service was really good. The food was great! I wish they would have had healthier children's menus but that is my only real complaint. There is a million different types of margaritas! As a good Mexican place should have! We went on a week day and had no wait although I have seen crowds out the door. They had vallet parking which was nice so don't for get a little cash for a tip. read more

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This is an Atlanta gem! Free valet so tip them well as often there maybe only 1 person working. The vibe is lively and fun. Many small groups of friends, some larger parties, but also couples and families. It can get pretty noisy in there so I wouldn't plan a first date there where you'll want to talk and connect. It's also dimly lit, creating a great ambience. While the bar side is a perfect local watering hole do not miss out on the top notch cuisine. Everything I've ever ordered here has been perfectly cooked. The chef is amazing, and I love how they pivoted during the pandemic to offer to go/drive up service. This trip we ordered Crispvy Brussels and Bacon and Fried Lobster Tail for starters, followed by Scallops and Stuffed Trout. Fabulous fabulous fabulous!! Ask your server for their fav dessert to follow. Cocktails and drinks were exceptional as well! read more

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Food is always amazing! Service is good! The ambiance is nice as well. It's a little loud in there on a busy day and it's always busy but the food is worth it. read more

Nice spot. I do recommend making reservations as seating is limited. If you have a large party, reserve the loft area. Its a great spot as it overlooks the entire restaurant. It was cool seeing the chef prepare meals as we sat and talked. I arrived late to the dinner party so I didn't get a chance to order a meal; however, everyone raved about their dish. Some of the items include, Crispy Brussels & Bacon, Collard Greens, Chicken Quesadilla, Fried Lobster Tail, Red Pepper Salmon, Agave's Famous Cayenne Fried Chicken, Southwestern Shrimp & Poblano Spring Roll and Serrano Tuna Crudo. I ordered a Margarita- voted the best margarita by Creative Loafing, Atlanta Magazine, Atlanta Cuisine & Insite Magazine. P.S. I went back the following day to order the additional items listed below. read more

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The food was great and our service was amazing! The drinks were also top tier! The atmosphere is really nice and perfect for date night! Reservations not required but highly recommended! 10/10 recommend read more

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The margaritas were so good!! The food great as well. I always enjoy this restaurant it's good place for drinks & food.

We sat at the bar and enjoyed ourselves. The pasta was great but my favorite was the lamb chops. They cut and tasted like butter baby! Lol we ordered pink nipples to drink ( secret menu margarita ) thank me later. Service was great per usual. Great crowd and vibe. We were the last to leave after midnight! read more

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Mark and I love this restaurant! We recently attended a fundraiser for AwareOne wildlife rescue and Agave donated gift cards for the silent auction. We won several of the silent auctions and this gift card was included. The fact that they support animal charities makes me love this place even more. We reserved a table for 630pm and arrived early to a full house. Valet parking was quick and easy. Service from beginning to end was friendly and attentive. The margaritas were top notch! The ceviche, chips, soup, pasta and enchiladas were all high quality with great flavor. Portion sizes were in line with prices. We have dined here sporadically for a decade and it is consistently a great experience! We recommend this restaurant!! read more

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One of my first Yelp UYE was at Agave. That was a good 9- 10 years ago. Went most recently for their 19th anniversary, and they have a $19 pre-fixed menu running to Oct 13 that has already changed since I was there last week. 19 years in Atlanta, and I still received excellent table service, great food and a strong drink. Great portion size and the waiter turned my margarita into a martini by request. Kinda shocked that a Tito's vodka on the rocks was $10, but that comes with eating out in Atlanta. It was actually more expensive than my margarita/martini Here's hoping they figure out how to get another 19 years of business read more

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Before you read my review just know as a person basically born and raised in New Mexico I went to this "New Mexico themed" restaurant with very high expectations. For starters what I did like was that there is valet and it's complementary. Don't forget to tip! I'll tell you what they did nail as "New Mexico themed" was the decorations it straight up looked like my best friends abuelas casita in there, I liked that. We did have a reservation and we got sat right away so that was pretty cool we also were brought chips and salsa and water pretty quickly. What I did notice is the salsa tasted like old El Paso but if you like that, then I guess it won't be a bad thing. Secondly maybe they were busy maybe they weren't, but I specifically remember telling the waiter to ask the bartender to make me a speciality cocktail with Mezcal... He brought back a lime margarita lol. But it was still good. My dinner companion got the $19 anniversary menu and started off with a side salad with grilled artichokes and veggies and lime vinaigrette he tore it up and really liked it. I got the "green chile stew". My conclusion is while it was pretty tasty, that it is not green chile stew at all rather beef stew with a slight hint of green chili. I have to say I've never had green chile stew with chunks of beef, pretty innovative. For my entrée I got the "chicken and green" chili burrito. I found myself searching for green chile on the green chileless plate. Also I noticed there were two types of beans on my plate. One was the crunchy pinto beans on the side and the other were the black beans inside of the burrito. So if you're looking for gas you found it lol. I have to say my burrito was 80% rice and beans and a few pieces of chicken. But the flavor was pretty decent. My dinner companion on the other hand had the lamb lollipops with tomato Serano ground grits and supposed green chili. He loved his meal couldn't get enough. For dessert we shared the fresh strawberry and tequila cream anglaise. It tasted like horchata w/ strawberries it was delicious! All in all while we did enjoy our time at the restaurant. I think this place may be a watered down interpretation of actual New Mexico food for southern people or people who don't like spice or heat. But the food was definitely flavorful. read more

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Came here for a work dinner and was not very impressed. We had a variety of appetizers and drinks which were good. The margarita was pretty good but nothing spectacular for the price. Same with the medallions that I got. They were already cold by the time I got them and were a little too dry and tough tasting for me. The server was super nice though and very attentive being a larger group and did well with remembering and being quick with bringing different items. read more

Agave Restaurant - Tenderloin Medallions - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I see why this place has so many regulars. Good food, good drinks, energizing ambiance. Everything we had was tasty. We will be back. Took 1 star off for lack of attentiveness after we were seated (we we seated for awhile before being serviced). Scallops were the best I ever had. read more

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I loved the ambience here. Everyone in the restaurant was very nice and pleasant. My server was extremely helpful and nice. She made all the right recommendations and everything we ordered was on point. I will for sure be back. read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta...if you have not been I highly recommend going. The food is absolute delishiousness. I always start with the queso fundido it so rich and can be filling so don't eat too much of it lol. My entree is always between the medallions, braised short rib, or the Ny Strip Steak. Let's get to the best part now!!! The cocktails yum yum yum. The peachtree is literally to die for. It is probably in my top three best drinks I've ever had in my life. Oh wait I almost forgot about the mouth watering collard greens. How in the world could I forget. Collards are my favorite food and trust me when I say I am a collard expert believe it. AGAVES collard greens are up there with my grandmas. That speaks volumes. read more

Agave Restaurant - Queso Fundito - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I've been to Agave 3-4 times now and although it's been good each time, I still haven't been blown away. The service is always attentive and love their complimentary salsa and chips, but for some reason I've never had a margarita that I truly enjoyed here. I've tried the Texas, Peachtree, and mango and they just don't jive with me. They have all been really sweet and somewhat bland/mild, where as I like my margaritas sweet, tart, and strong. I had to ask for lime juice this last time or I wouldn't have been able to drink it at all. For food - more specifically apps - I've tried the mussels (delicious, recommend), the calamari (taste fresh but meh), chicken taquitos (great but skinny and you only get 2), the queso fundito (recommend!), and the agave chopped salad (tastes good and healthy!) Entrees: I chose the Barbados and chorizo tacos which is presented like a burrito. It was really tasty and had some surprising spice; the barbacoa was really flavorful and juicy (I can't tell if I tasted a lot of chorizo). I was leaning towards the anejo shrimp but the pictures of it on Yelp looked a little disappointing - very small serving. My friend got the New Mexico burrito w/ stew. He thought the burrito was pretty good but was hard to enjoy because he'd asked for absolutely no beans, and guess what? It had beans. Almost a whole cup after picking them out. We mentioned it to the server and she made an *odd* comment about the kitchen staff not speaking English which is a *weird* way of not taking accountability for her mistake. Also, the beans were missing from my dish, which is why they aren't pictured. All in all, I think we've had our fill of Agave. I do recommend for authentic, interesting cuisine, but picking the right drink and dish will really make or break your experience. read more

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If I could I would give it 2.5 stars. Service overall was good (4/5); complementary chips and dip very mediocre (2/5); ceviche appetizer: good and unique, I enjoyed the fried avocado however do not expect traditional ceviche (4/5); flatiron steak entree with Mac n cheese and chipotle mashed potatoes (3/5): Mac n cheese was gritty and the potatoes were flavorless, steak was ok; fish "tacos" with beans and two onion rings (1/5): so so bad, first of all not a taco, it was unseasoned fish wrapped in a quesadilla wrap nothing about it was a taco more like a bad burrito, beans were decent, and the two onion rings were pretty, though not much to enjoy. All in all, I don't recommend this place and will surely not return. read more

Agave Restaurant - Chile and Lime Fish Tacos - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I haven't been here in awhile and I wanted a stop by this oldie but goodie. The spot was a little empty because we were there as soon as it opened. We grabbed the table right in front of the fireplace and that set the mood for good eating. We ordered 'ritas with chips and salsa to start the night. The entrees included Diablo crawfish pasta and seared scallops for dinner. The pasta was seasoned with love and very flavorful, the salmon was good and seared greatly. The only drawback is that I had to send a plate and glass back for dirt residue. I will be back. read more

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All these years later and decided to try again because it was in my Diningout Passbook. The service was awesome, waiter was very nice. He gave me a metal straw to try as they are a strawless restaurant and so you have the option to purchase a straw. The drinks were 5 stars hands down. Bartender knows how to make . delicious drinks. The food was mehhh best thing I ate was the corn on the cob, it was delicious. I would go back to drink and eat corn but neither my date or I enjoyed our dinner read more

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Luv the location, cute lil spot, great food, drinks and ambiance. They offer a Happy Hour with great prices. Treat yourself to a great meal and drinks after work. read more

Agave Restaurant - I had the friedl obster tail, calamari, a side salad and a wonderful Lemon Drop! - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Omg!!! The food was so good!! The vibe was so cool. The best part was that the Chef / Owner came to our table to ask about the food. That's rare! The Chef at Ordinaire - Norfolk VA came to my table as well. I wished more chefs would do that. I was so appreciative. Check out his cd on Apple Music. Thank you for the awesome hospitality. I will return soon. read more

This spot is great! Amazing service, strong drinks and even better food. I got the Diablo Crawfish pasta. I added more tomatoes but it didn't even need it. Fantastic experience and definitely a place to come regularly. read more

Agave Restaurant - Diablo Crawfish Pasta - New Mexican Cuisine Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia