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Buttermilk Kitchen

4.4 (2.5k reviews)
Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Good for kids
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Soojin K.

The food was mind blowing. The cinnamon roll was so delightful, the orange zest elevated taste and the blueberry preserve was delightful. The tiramisu latte was really good too. My absolute favorite thing was the gravy, best gravy I've ever had. The portions are huge, the prices are great for the quality and effort into the food. Our server was so kind. There was an ID mix up and she handled it with grace. The ambiance is very welcoming!

Buttermilk Pancakes
Daniel B.

We started off with both the biscuits and the cinnamon bun - and enjoyed both, though the orange zest on the cinnamon bun provided an unexpected flavor to the dish. I had the French toast, which was wonderful and flavored well, while others had eggs, pancakes, and bowls. An excellent stop for brunch that fueled us up for the day ahead!

Biscuit Donuts
Carlo G.

I had an amazing Southern-style breakfast here! I visited with a friend around 11am and we had to wait for about 1 hour before getting seated. This is walk-in only I believe and they will send you a text notification once your table is ready. My friend and I shared the following dishes: - Biscuit Donuts: A weekend special. These were warm, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and perfectly sweet. Delicious and I can imagine how good the savory version of these are. - Chicken + Waffle: Wow, among some of the best chicken and waffles I've ever had. The chicken was juicy and the breading was perfect. Only downside is I wish the chicken portion was bigger. The waffle was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. A perfect texture. With the butter and maple syrup, it all worked so well together. A must. - Spiced Maple Chicken & Grits: Really great grits texture and flavor! This dish was overall good, but pales in comparison to the other dishes we had. I do think the hot sauce overpowered the dish a bit, so I would recommend toning it down. It also had a very generous amount of bacon which was nice. The service here was great, a Southern hospitality staple. The interior is homey and cozy, like dining at someone's house. For parking, they do have free spots behind the restaurant, but it can get packed. Overall, I highly recommend this spot if you're looking for an authentic Southern breakfast option in Atlanta!

Bar area
Crystal H.

This is clearly a local staple! Coming in around 10 am, the parking lots were small but all full. There's about three lots and all were pretty full and smaller. It was only me so i was sat immediately at the bar. The service was great! And customers were very friendly. I ordered the shrimp and grits. Downside is it came with bacon. I requested turkey bacon but they don't carry turkey. The waitress requested lite bacon but it was in almost every bite. The tomatoes gave it a good added flavor. The shrimp was also very tasty. With better parking I could come back but just would try another dish.

Buttermilk Pancake with Blueberries
Khadijah S.

My first time trying this space and I'd definitely return. The ambiance and decor and is nice & quaint. The food was also delicious. I ordered a buttermilk pancake with blueberries which was tasty but not too overpoweringly sweet which I love. I also had a fried chicken breast on the side. It was moist inside with a nice crunch outside. For my beverage I wanted to try the golden hour but they were out so I got the ginger honey soda. A 10/10 out of ten as well. All in all, I would definitely come back and try them once more

Grit bowl
Nisha B.

The service was excellent and the food was good overall, but we found the dishes to be extremely heavy. I'm not exaggerating when I say I felt full for two days afterward--and I barely touched my meal. That said, I'm also not very used to foods that are high in butter or salt, so a traditional Southern-style breakfast may simply be richer than what I'm accustomed to. Others in my group mentioned the same thing--that the food really seems to sit in your stomach for quite a while. The ambiance is very cute. The restaurant is set in what feels like a charming little house, which gives it a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Parking can be a bit tricky depending on the time, but we had a 2 PM reservation on a Sunday and were able to find a spot right in front. There are also several small parking lots nearby with signage to help customers locate them. I ordered the grits bowl, which is a great gluten-free option. The spinach had a slight spice to it and was very flavorful, and the roasted tomatoes were a really nice touch.

Omelette
Kim P.

First time trip for breakfast. Very crowded -restaurant feels small Unisex bathrooms. Ordered cinnamon roll after seeing pictures. Served lukewarm. Soso. Not what i had expected. Maple bacon good just not hot. Kinda limp. Hash browns are a weird experience too. Kinda mushy inside. Omelette served lukewarm also. We did not have to wait long for our food so not sure why the food was not hot. I think we will go to egg harbor cafe next time. Sat at the bar. Never was offered coffee or water refill

Sarah Catherine P.

Buttermilk kitchen is my favorite place to eat breakfast in Atlanta! Every time I have been, the service has been great and the food consistently delicious. The biscuits (as expected) are to die for and live up to the expectation in the name "buttermilk." I also recommend the cornbread muffins with the honey and butter to start. The pancakes, bacon, and grits are great as well. The service has been exceptional each time. Our cornbread came out without the honey and by the time we were able to grab our server, we had eaten the muffins. He kindly offered to bring a whole new order out without us even having to ask- that is great service! And to top it off I love the farmhouse vibe and atmosphere. I highly recommend this restaurant but definitely recommend booking a reservation or being prepared to wait an hour + on the weekends.

Immaculate Breakfast
Chandler P.

Rolled in on a Sunday morning and got hit with the classic Atlanta brunch experience. One hour wait for two. Translation. If you are not hungry when you arrive, you will be by the time you sit down. The place was packed, energy was high, and the turnover moved steady. Now the food. Biscuits with sea salt, blueberry jam, and spicy jam. 5 out of 5. These were elite. Soft, balanced, and layered with flavor. The salty top with the sweet and heat from the jams worked perfectly. Easily the best thing on the table. Eggs. 3 out of 5. They were cooked fine. They tasted like eggs. Nothing more, nothing less. Grits. 4 out of 5. Well seasoned. Creamy. You can tell someone paid attention back there. Hash browns. 4 out of 5. These surprised me. Not your typical diner style. Crisp, structured, almost like a salmon patty in texture. They held their own. Chicken sausage. 2 out of 5. Respectfully, get the bacon. Some battles are not worth fighting. Pancakes. 4 out of 5. Great flavor and fluff. Only thing missing was those crispy edges you get at home on a hot pan. Overall, solid brunch spot. Worth the wait if you plan for it. Come patient. Order the biscuits. Skip the health kick.

Chicken and waffles
Dana O.

I havent been here in years, so it was so nice to stop by for lunch on a weekday. There's parking in the front and back on both sides that were not full at 10:30am on a Tuesday. There was also no wait line. My friend and I both got the chicken and waffles and shared fried green tomatoes. The fried green tomatoes were really crunchy and they had this vinegary/acidic kick that was really good with their ranch sauce. The chicken was nice and crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. I'd say the waffle tastes like a standard waffle. It pairs well with the chicken and syrup. All the food came out super quickly and the service was friendly. The chicken and waffle meal was closed to $20. Left with a very full and happy tummy!

Short Rib Hash
Danny W.

I'm back at it again with another post-church review! This time, it's Buttermilk Kitchen--a spot I hadn't heard of until it popped up in my brunch search. My friend joined me this time, and off we went. Now, parking was tight and a bit tricky, and I actually missed the entrance on my first pass because the sign is placed right after the entrance. Inside, it's small and intimate. Aaron at the front took names, and we waited a bit over an hour...pretty standard for most places. I ordered the short rib hash with pickled fried green tomatoes, a cold chai, and we split a cinnamon roll. My friend had the French toast, scrambled eggs, and a hot chai. She loved her eggs, but found the French toast bland--no cinnamon or nutmeg, mostly vanilla and sugar. She gave it a 2.5/5. For me, the short rib hash was excellent! The meat was tender, the sauce was great, and eggs were on point. The potatoes could've been crispier and seasoned, though. The pickled fried green tomatoes? Easily the best I've had--amazing, though at $10 for three, I wish there was one more piece. The chai, made in-house, was great. The cinnamon roll had fantastic cream cheese frosting with a citrus hint, but the roll itself tasted like a plain crop dusted dough. I'd skip the roll next time, but honestly, I'd put that frosting on anything! Overall, it was a nice experience. The service was attentive, and despite the minor drawbacks, I'll definitely be back to try more.

Fried Chicken & Waffle
Raven R.

Buttermilk Kitchen is exactly how brunch should be. They have set a standard for high quality southern dishes that is always consistent. I've been several times and highly recommend you make reservations to avoid long wait times. Every time I've ate at Buttermilk the service is always excellent. The vibe is cozy and friendly whilst also charming and welcoming. I recommend getting the maple chicken or chicken and waffle but you really can't go wrong. The biscuits are delicious especially with the pepper jelly and I love trying something new during their seasonal rotations. If you like to dine alone, the bar is a perfect area to chill and have some solo time. I will continue to be a patron of Buttermilk and have brunch here with friends and family. 10/10 you won't regret trying this place.

Honey lavender latte
Reba H.

Delicious! The salmon lox was great! I also enjoy the uniquely flavored latte. Great service, timely and professional.

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Does it take reservations?

Yes they do :)

Do you all have sugar free syrup?

Yes, upon request.

Good morning, how long is the wait?

We came on a weekday and waited at least 30 minutes.

How long is the wait for Sat brunch? What are the busiest times?

Long! Grab a coffee

Do they accomodate large groups, e.g.20 people?

My church workers would go in groups. You must call ahead.

Will they let you put your name on the waiting list even if your whole party isn't there?

I had a party of two and they let me put my name on there. Not sure for bigger parties.

What is the typical wait on a friday for Brunch? Hours?

I waited for over an hour the last time I was there.

Do they take reservations?

It's first come, first served.

What's parking like here?

Get there early. Go during the week.

Do they allow Registered Emotional Support Animals?

It didn't post that they wouldn't but I've also never seen any on my visits. I have an ESA and I would take him there so I say go for it! They have a cute patio seating area as well

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