While visiting ATL for Labor Day weekend, I was looking for great food as always. Perusing Yelp, I…read moresaw South City Kitchen and was elated when I saw it was with walking distance from my hotel. I made dinner reservations for my party of 4 for 5pm. We arrived around 4:45 and there was already a few people waiting as the doors didn't open until 5 for dinner. After a few minutes, a nice white haired gentleman open the door and welcomed us in. It was then that I knew this was going to be a treat! Upon entering, you're immediately greeted by a smiling hostess, the warmth of the hardwood floors, soft lighting and white tablecloths. We were sat near the window street side which was perfect. Our waitress was prompt, friendly and attentive. The menu is perfectly curated with southern comfort meals with a twist. The cocktail menu is stellar! I could write on and on but I'll let the pictures do the talking. From the service to the last bite and sip of cocktail..South City Kitchen was amazing!

Five of us ate here on a Tuesday night and the place was packed. We felt lucky to get a table. We…read morehad a bunch of apps, the fried green tomatoes are legit. They are crispy and delicious with a goat cheese filling that is surprisingly just right for the dish. I wasn't a fan of the BBq shrimp. Ours came out a little overcooked. The crispy pork belly however was incredible. The pickled watermelon rind and the chili was the perfect complement to the delicious pork belly. For dinner everyone raved about the fried Chicken and collards. One of my friends said it was in the top three fried chicken dishes he'd ever had. I ordered the pork chop Which was really good. The peach and the pork were a great combination, Overall well worth visiting. Make a reservation though. :-)

Mary Mac's Tea Room feels like one of those places you have to experience at least once to truly…read moreunderstand Atlanta. There's so much history wrapped into the restaurant that eating here feels like participating in a little piece of the city's story, and I really appreciated that sense of tradition. The fried chicken and sweet tea were absolutely iconic. The chicken had that unmistakable Southern comfort-food quality that makes you understand why recipes like this are guarded so closely. The sweet tea was exactly what Southern sweet tea is supposed to be: unapologetically sweet, refreshing, and basically a cultural institution in a glass. Paired with the fried chicken, it felt like the quintessential Atlanta meal. What made the experience even more meaningful to me, though, was learning about the history behind the Southern "tea room" tradition itself. Historically, tea rooms were among the important public spaces where women could gather independently outside the home, socialize, exchange ideas, and engage with the changing cultural and political conversations of their communities. There's something powerful about realizing that what sounds like such a simple concept--a "tea room"--is connected to a much larger history of women carving out public and social spaces for themselves.

Mary Mac's was such a wonderful birthday lunch recommendation! We started with the deviled eggs,…read morewhich were nicely prepared and a fair starter for a restaurant. Not life-changing, but definitely good. I had the turkey with gravy, cornbread dressing, green beans, and mashed potatoes. Everything was plated beautifully and had that comforting, home-cooked feel. The seasoning leaned a little salty for my taste, but the food was still very well prepared and enjoyable. My husband had the country fried chicken, and that was a standout. It was perfectly breaded and crunchy on the outside while staying juicy and moist inside. His mac and cheese was rich and decadent, and the collard greens were an absolute must-have. Truly amazing. We also tried the skillet-style cornbread, which was good, and the yeast rolls, which were fluffy, warm, and delicious. We finished our meal with the bread pudding that had apples, peaches and blueberry compost in top it was only missing ice cream. Overall, it was a lovely experience with comforting Southern food and several dishes we would happily order again. Our waitress was attentive and made great recommendations for our food which came out at a steady pace. The music was at a tolerable level that we could still hear each other but still with some great 80s and 90s rnb hits. The seating is tolerable, not fine dining but expected for the age of the establishment. We parked in the back which was free when we came for lunch on a Friday. If you are coming to Atlanta you must visit Mary Mac's I waited far too long to come here.

This is a must-try spot when you're in Atlanta! The service was amazing. The staff was super nice,…read morepatient, and helpful, especially since we wanted to try everything on the menu. We ended up ordering their famous fried chicken, fried okra, broccoli cheese casserole, and cornbread. The fried chicken was definitely the star and did not disappoint! Personally, I wasn't a huge fan of the sides, but again, that's just my taste and opinion. I honestly wish I had a bigger appetite because there were so many other things I wanted to try. Just a heads-up, this place is a HOT SPOT, so expect a wait. We waited about an hour for our food. I highly recommend calling and ordering ahead if you can. This is definitely a spot we'll come back to the next time we're in Atlanta. That fried chicken alone is worth another visit!

Food is great and fresh Portions great…read moreService very good with minimal wait time. Savory food

I went to this establishment many years ago when it was called 285 Soulfood. The food was great…read morethen and it is great now. After seeing recent reviews online for the newer place, A1 Soul Food I decided to give it a try when I was in the area during lunch time. The area is a bit sketchy. It shares a lot with an vacant Dollar Tree & a few other businesses. Lock your car & be aware of your surroundings because you never know what you may see. That is honestly the way to be anywhere on MLK drive. When you get inside, the place is set up cafeteria line style with booths for dining in if you choose too. The prices are listed on the wall and they serve breakfast and lunch/dinner food with the prices listed clearly on the wall and daily specials also. You order by standing in line & they place your food into a styrofoam box & you can eat it there or take it home. I opted to take mine to go. I waited in line for about ten minutes which I hear is good for this place. I honestly did not know what I was going to order until I saw the fresh fried pork chops come out (please see my picture). Not only did they look fresh, but they were big, crispy & well seasoned. The meat only option included two and the price was more than right. I will be back for those again the next time I am in the mood for some soul food.

A1 Soul Food is one of those places that has truly stood the test of time for me…read more This is real, down-home cooking--like a Sunday dinner any day of the week. The portions are amazing, the food is always fresh, and you can genuinely taste the consistency and care in every bite. It's the kind of place you go to when you want something filling and comforting. My personal favorites are the fried catfish and the smothered turkey legs--omg, they are so flavorful and always cooked just right. I've grown up eating here, and one thing I can say is the quality has never changed, which is rare and definitely appreciated. The vibe is simple and laid-back, but the food speaks for itself. It's all about good, hearty meals that keep you coming back. Also, if you're in the area, you definitely have to check out Wing Cafe right next door--another solid spot you don't want to miss

Nasty. Food. I visited this location 2 times...on July 20th…read more2026..and July 27 2026...after co workers ask me to try out their food...my purchase was their meatloaf dinner, with the sides of rice...yams...macaroni and cheese....i purchased a slice of sweet potato pie...1st visit the place wasn't crowed and close to closing...the meatloaf was basic no seasoning very bland..the red sauce on the meatloaf tasted as if they simply added bbq sauce..their rice was very dry....the yams were ok. The sweet potato pie, was flavorless. It tasted like a bland custard. July 27th visit..tried the meatloaf again. It was horrible. The mashed potatoes tasted sour, they ran out of cornbread so I asked for some white bread, the server, gave me a crazed look and said..I will see what I can do...the sweet potatoes were bland, and very little...i purchased a piece of white layered cake , with orange colored icing...the cake was definitely stale, and cold from constant refrigeration, which is to simply hide the staleness....i will never ever eat at another big daddy,s restaurant again...the cashier, before she ran up my purchase,asked me if I don't mind reading and answering a question displayed on the cash register monitor screen...that question was how much would you like to Tip.....not did you find everything ok...is there anything thing else I can do for you.. No simply how much do you want to tip.. Avoid this old national location at all Cost. The food is simply repulsive....and yes I gave a tip of 4.00 dollars to the cashier. And $10.00 dollars to the older cute waitress, who was so rude. She didn't say even thankyou..Avoid at all Cost. I recall around 2017..bid daddy had a restaurant location downtown, near the courthouse...i and my co workers went to try his food. I ordered spaghetti and to my surprise they put bbq sauce in their spaghetti.....all these years and their food and service is still on the bottom I

I had a great experience at The Original Big Daddy's Dish, and I want to give a special shout-out…read moreto Sydney. When I walked in, the restaurant was busy, and it was obvious they had a lot of orders to handle. Even with all that was going on, Sydney greeted me with a warm smile, made eye contact, asked how my day was going, and made me feel like a valued customer. She was friendly, engaging, and never seemed overwhelmed despite leading the team and keeping everything running smoothly. That's the kind of customer service that leaves a lasting impression. The food was excellent, the atmosphere was welcoming, and I can definitely see why this place stays busy. Great food is one thing, but outstanding employees like Sydney are what keep people coming back. Keep up the great work!

Eat this chicken!!! The best atmosphere, the kindest staff you'll ever meet and, you can tell all…read morelove and dedication thatgoes into not just the chicken, but all the sides and your personal experience

Such a good location nearby downtown, and if you are staying at the Marriott... it's actually at…read morethe end of City Center Walk so technically you don't even have to get off property! 1st time trying Gus's was in Chicago so was happy to see it nearby lodging when here at ATL! My to-go order looks a bit on the small side, but it was definitely hardy and enough for me (average to probably a tadd bit more indulgence eater haha) I enjoyed their Mac and Cheese, along with their potato salad -- they're definitely my favorite sides when I'm visiting here The spice and seasoning here is a little bit less than before but I appreciate the staff who gave me several extra hot sauces haha

This is a place you can go to get some good soul food dishes that most places don't sell. Lima…read morebeans, okra was good too. The turkey wings were ok nothing to brag about but the price was great. I will definitely not complain about the prices. Mac & cheese was a bit disappointing but it wasn't terrible, the yams were too sweet for me and the peach cobbler was missing vanilla flavoring and maybe some nutmeg. It was just ok. The service was decent and the inside was pretty clean. I would come back in the future just bcuz of how affordable the food is. This visit was on 8/12/26

K & K is the business!! Love them! The food is always fresh, hot and delicious. My plate the…read moreother day was a 10/10!! I had the smothered pork chop, broccoli/rice casserole and okra, the bomb! Worth every bit of the $13 dollars I paid. I have my daughter wanting to try this place now.

Its honestly insane that I've been coming here since the beginning and have never taken the time to…read morewrite a review. I remember the first time I walked in with my bestie. RC had approached her with a flier at a gas station, informing her that his restaurant had just opened up. Anyway, I'm ordering my meal, the same meal I always get each time I go. Fried fish (whiting), collards and the baked beans (unmatched). And he goes, "What would you like to drink?".... I'm like, "What do you have?" (Assuming the usual. Sweet tea. Lemonade... I was probably gonna go with sweet tea. ) He lists sweet tea of course, and then hes like, "Kool-Aid, coke, sprite" - IM LIKE WAIT. DID YOU SAID KOOL-AID?......... He's like, "Yeah??..." Im like, "what flavor???.... "Purple?...." I had never heard of that at a restaurant, and quiet frankly, that's all I needed to know. At this point, I literally go nowhere else for soul food. Also, RC is amazing. Really good guy, and his team offer the best service as well. A job well done, always.

My my my. I had the pork chop with collard and candied yams. This meal was delicious. The pork chop…read morewas huge. I thought it was two. The meat was tender and the sides were spot on. The meal has the atmosphere of home cooking. I would order from here again. The cook service is to serve up tasty treats.

3.2015 & 7.26.2024…read more Welp this is embarrassing. I've been here twice, had amazing experiences, and didn't pen a review. 2015, my gf who lives in Atlanta recommended while I was visiting on a work trip. Great recommendation. We had a great time catching up over delish food items while listening to jazzy tunes. I even saw a few famous folks while here as well. 1st impressions are important and this one was grrrreeeeaaattt!! Welp on 7.26.2024, Hubby and I visited and sat at a high top at the bar area. We were greeted by Joseph who was pretty attentive, making great recommendations. We came in for drinks and ordered the following Down South Peachtree Tea ... & then I HAD to order the Catfish Nuggets. The drinks and my catfish were all amazing! Speaking of amazing, great bands all the time!! This place is the total package for the soul. We have a trip coming up sooner than later to the A and we are certainly returning!!

Ky provided outstanding service! The live music was great and although space to dance was limited…read morewe had a great time! I know a juke joint is known for intimate dance space. It took some time to receive our food. The mashed potatoes had too much pepper, salmon medium rare was cooked too much, pork chops with peach glaze outstanding sweet potatoes, Mac and cheese, and carrots were good as well. The string beans could have cooked a bit longer. Overall, when I'm back in the ATL I would come back.