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    Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar

    3.9 (650 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
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    FRIED OYSTUHS
    Janae B.

    I went to Virgil's as a party of 4 for brunch on a Sunday. My food was good and everyone else said that enjoyed their's as well. I also feel like the prices were appropriate for the portion sizes. That was the only positive thing about our visit. Service was EXTREMELY slow, it took 20 minutes for waters. An even longer wait for food followed by another few minutes for hot sauce and lemon slices. For a restaurant with a 2 hour table/validated parking limit I'd expect faster service. Questions about cross contamination with allergens were met with a blank stare and shoulder shrug. The DJ was great but the music was way too loud and made it hard to hear each other. 20% auto grat is included for all checks over $100 according to the menu, but it should say all parties or something similar as it's determined by what the table spends. This was even more annoying considering the lackluster service we received. He did remove the automatic gratuity from my check, but it was only $10 due to a special so I'm sure that was only accommodated since the tip was $2.

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    Al J.

    This was our first time here, and it was a recommendation from the front lobby staff at our hotel. The place exudes a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, with a clean and well-maintained interior and exterior. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating options. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home. The bartender crafted some of the most delicious drinks we've ever had, and the food was equally impressive, bursting with flavor. We'll definitely be returning to this fantastic establishment.

    STUFF' FLOUNDUH
    Carissa E.

    WAS THIS A OR MISS Unfortunately for me and my friends it was a MISS I did not have a good experience here. But, I won't get into a long story about my rating but I will instead highlight 3 my biggest pros and cons Pros 1.) the food was good. Really good. They weren't stingy on the portions. Nice and different options on the menu. Awesome food 2.) our waitress (Alycia) was awesome. Great service. She was a delight. Even the manager (Miko) was cool and addressed our issues expeditiously and graciously. 3.) the decor and how the restaurant is decorated and set up is cool. It's 2 floors. Each floor has its own balcony. It's a small establishment but they did a lot with little room. Cons 1.) the music was loud. Some people may like to have music playing during dinner but I couldn't even hear the people around my table...and we were seated outside on the front porch. 2.) the hostess was very nonchalant. We had been seated, had our drinks and appetizers ordered when he asked us move to another table to accommodate another party. That move was very unwelcoming. I felt like my patronage there was not valued. Overall, It just wasn't our cup of tea ... we will not be returning

    Shay M.

    I took my brother to Virgil's for his birthday and the experience was fine. Restaurant was clean and well decorated. The music was at a good level as well. The food was tasty and the portion sizes were large. The service was just ok as I didn't feel like the server was super attentive. The restaurant is worth a try but manage your expectations regarding service.

    Tyreen T.

    Wow! Wow & more wow! This was some of the best food I've ever had. The customer service was top notch, the inside is so beautiful. They had music playing in the early afternoon. Highly recommend, 10/10.

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    Trell S.

    The food was good, the atmosphere was good, and my drink was d@mn good! Upstairs is a vibe. I love a dj with good music . I enjoy sitting at the bar. Sometimes it's fun meeting strangers and sometimes it's fun enjoying alone time.

    Jessye D.

    First impression visit at 5:30PM on a sunday. Large black and white sign with a large front patio and balcony. Located in a suite next to Paloma. There is a parking lot right next door. Not sure if you have to pay- I did not and my car was fine. We got the deviled crab eggs, fried green ma'tis, afta church plate, smoth'ad poke chop, geechee pasta, fried fish, and the slammin salmon. An appitizer, two entrees, and 2 non-alcoholic drinks cost about $100.00 with tip. Pros Great food and great service. The food was hot, fresh, and seasoned to perfection. The restaurant was able to accomdate my large party with alternative seating due to the loud music being played. I appreciate them acknowledging the problem and doing their best to help solve the issue. Cons As stated before, the music is very loud. Especially upstairs. This is not a chill dinner spot for family. More of a turn up spot with friends. Would I Recommend: Yes, as a spot with music and good food. Not a spot for conversation. Follow me here on Yelp and @jessreviewss on Tik Tok/Instagram for more.

    BUSSIN' CORNMUFFINS
    Allison P.

    We had a reservation at Virgil's and really appreciated the complimentary parking. The restaurant itself is nice, though a bit tight in size. We were seated upstairs, and since it was a Sunday night the music was lively. As the DJ got going, the volume made it a little hard to carry on conversation with my guests. Our server (who was also the upstairs bartender) was wonderful--attentive and friendly. We ordered the Afta Church Plate with fried chicken, greens, mac and cheese, and yams. The greens were definitely the standout! I should've asked for the chicken without sauce (it tasted like a hot honey glaze), which wasn't quite my preference. Overall, the meal was good, but not something I'd rush back for.

    SKRIMP N' GRITS WIT' CRAB
    Carmen H.

    I went to Virgil's with a group of 9 people. We had a reservation for 11:30, and when we arrived, we were seated right away. Zachary was our server, and he was awesome. He didn't take long to come over and greet us. He started by taking our drink and appetizer orders. We orderd a bunch of different appetizers and drinks. For starters, we ordered the bussin' corn muffins, fried green tomatoes, Gullah eggrolls, and the Sol-E-Gre crab cakes, which we shared. Everything came out quickly, fresh, and hot. My favorites were the corn muffins and the crab cakes. Zachary took our entree orders. We all picked different things. I went with the skrimp n' grits with crab, and I had the gravy on the side. It was really good, and I was able to take some home. Since there were so many of us, the gratuity (20%) was already included. I also liked that we could pay separately, which was a big plus for a group that size. Overall, the visit to Virgil's was great. I look forward to visiting again in the future. If you're in the area or looking for a spot to eat, definitely check them out!

    Margarita Flight
    Yolanda P.

    Thoroughly enjoyed this place. I came for the happy hour special mid week for a reconnect with some friends. I ordered almost everything off the happy hour menu. I enjoyed everything except the deviled eggs did leave me wanting for more. The wings were really good. I probably should've ordered an extra plate of those. I also got the margarita flight while they were still on special. My favorite was the blackberry. They were all very good. The flavors come true compared to some places where you can tell there's only a little bit of the flavoring. This was a perfect mix so I wasn't too sweet, but you could still taste some of the alcohol. So it was not giving water down juice. They had karaoke on this night so we did leave the downstairs patio where we were initially seated and went upstairs to enjoy karaoke. However, if you do go upstairs (moving form your original seating) , be prepared to possibly not have as much seating we did leave downstairs where we were at earlier in the evening; because again as I mentioned, we were there for happy hour by the time we got upstairs a lot of the seating was reserved so we were moved out of the seats that we were at to accommodate for the reservations. We ended up on the patio outside until a friend of ours chose to do karaoke we were able to come in and stand around to support and record . Overall, I do believe they also have specials I believe the night we were there. They had $100 bottles of tequila. I cannot remember which brand. But it was announced over the audio where they were doing karaoke that they didn't have bottle specials. It was a good midweek, happy hour vibe . I probably would come back with a smaller group I believe initially it was about seven of us. I probably would come back with it just about one or two people so we could really vibe and have a little bit more wiggle room larger parties are harder to accommodate and move around. I would also like to come back for brunch, so hopefully I am able to go to brunch and give an updated review but definitely try the wings . everyone was very accommodating. Everybody was also very friendly even though we were moved no one was rude in our visit. I do believe this is a black owned establishment as well so definitely come support !

    SLAMMIN' SAMMEN
    Tierra L.

    Our server Sydney was really nice and went over the menu I great detail. She was attentive but not overbearing. I ordered the salmon and husband ordered a Couple of the 1/2 happy hour meals and $15 flight. The food Was fair to food. Salmo was garnished with a Cream sauce and corn was good. Biscuits were really good as recommended by the server. Stumbled upon bingo night which was surprisingly really fun.

    Marcus T.

    Atmosphere was great. Cocktails.... Great. Those greens? The service staff, top tier. It wasn't the best catfish I've ever had and pieces were definitely bone in.

    Slammin sammen
    Adiaha M.

    Came here for dinner with friends and the vibes were great. My drink, Ladylike, was delicious. We shared the sampler platter which serves 2-4 and it was a great array of their different appetizers which were all flavorful. I enjoyed the Gullah and Geechee sauces served with the platter. For my entree I got the slammin sammen and the salmon was seasoned great. It came with with geechee corn, rice and a crab cream sauce and garnished with a fried shrimp and oyster. The corn was a perfect accompaniment to this dish. The crab cream sauce had a great flavor but the crab was nowhere to be found. My dish also didn't get enough sauce nor the shrimp or oyster initially but that was remedied when I brought it the server's attention. There was a DJ playing a great selection of songs. One complaint sitting upstairs is the music was just a touch too loud, not sure if it was as loud downstairs. It was very hard to hear my server and tablemates. Our server, I believe her name was Marie, appeared to doubling as a bartender but was still very attentive. While I didnt have the perfect experience I still thoroughly everything I ate and would definitely return if in the area again

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    South City Kitchen Midtown - Fried chicken

    South City Kitchen Midtown

    4.4(3.6k reviews)
    1.5 miMidtown
    $$

    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. :-)

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    Apple butter, oh my gosh, it was so delicious

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    Mary Mac's Tea Room - So nice we did it twice.

    Mary Mac's Tea Room

    3.9(5.6k reviews)
    1.6 miMidtown, Old Fourth Ward
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    So glad that we made the journey to Mary Macs!…read more First off, the service was just great! I got the fried chicken, which reminded me of Mrs. Knott's Fried Chicken Restaurant in terms of taste/seasonings. It could have a little hotter/fresher as I could tell it had been sitting under the heat lamp for a little bit. For my sides, I went with 'heathy-ish' options with mixed veggies and also a sweet potato soufle, which actually tasted more like a dessert., I also loved the corn bread and rolls. As a first time guest, I'm also glad that they gave us the 'pot likker' which was like a well-seasoned salty broth.

    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.

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    ENTRANCE

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    Delilah's Everyday Soul - Chattahoochee Food Works - My order. It looks like 1 piece of chicken.

    Delilah's Everyday Soul - Chattahoochee Food Works

    4.4(129 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    I visited the Delilah's location in South Downtown Atlanta and was blown away by THE best fried…read morechicken that I've ever had. I love fried chicken (who doesn't?) but typically find other breading to be bland and oily and I usually pull it off to get to the juicy meat...but not at Delilah's. It was the perfect combination of crunchy and flavorful and I was sure to gobble up any small bit that fell on my plate. The collard greens are also incredible. Not too salty not too saturated. Just perfect. I think I'm going to order a take home portion for holiday dinners at home because I can't make them better than this! The service and personal experience was off the charts and exactly what southern hospitality is all about. My husband and I chatted with Jason, the owner, during our entire meal and learned so many cool things about their family and Delilah's story. I will be going back again and again and again. Definitely plan to take out of towners that are eager to find good authentic soul food.

    I can't believe it took me so long to eat at Delilah's! I've known of this highly lauded business…read morefor years but never found the right day when I was craving soul food and in the area to order. Until recently. I decided to have a tapas-style dinner with food from The Works and just had to grab some chicken from Delilah's. The menu is plentiful without being overwhelming, except when it comes to picking a favorite between the flavorful options. I knew that I didn't want or need a full meal and opted for their 3 whole wing option that came paired with cornbread. The young man who took my order was so polite and patient, as there were a few folks in line and waiting for previously placed orders. He let me know that my order would be ready in about 15 minutes so I took the time to continue my food-finding journey around the market. When I returned later, I had lost track of time and figured I'd just poke my head around their stall to see if my chicken was ready. It wasn't at that moment but I took some time to observe the process. There was only one guy in the open kitchen and prep area creating all of the meals and he was on the move. If I could add smells to my review, this one would smell like fried chicken and cornbread. It was all so fresh! When my order was ready, I only made one other stop before heading to my car to go home to my family... but not before I tested those whole wings from Delilah's. When I say that they were fresh out of the grease? Babehhh. It's like he just threw them right into the basket only seconds before. It was sooo crunchy, so juicy, just a fantastic wing. The hot sauce was a nice pairing but some spice in the breading/meat would have taken it over the top but this chicken was delicious. No notes.

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    Delilah's Everyday Soul - Chattahoochee Food Works - Swai, Mac n' Cheese, Yams

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    Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q - 6 Wings Smoked

    Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q

    4.3(5.1k reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q…read more Fox Bros. has that hole-in-the-wall BBQ joint feel, but with plenty of space to hang out. There's a bar along with both indoor and outdoor seating, and the overall atmosphere is casual and laid-back. Our waitress was incredibly friendly and gave us some great recommendations, which definitely added to the experience. We went with the three-meat sampler and chose the brisket, ribs, and jalapeño cheddar sausage, with tots and the Fox-a-Roni for our sides. The Fox-a-Roni--a combination of their Brunswick stew and mac & cheese--was absolutely delicious and easily one of the most memorable sides I've had at a BBQ restaurant. The brisket was honestly some of the best brisket I've ever had. It was tender, flavorful, and easily my favorite of the three meats. The jalapeño cheddar sausage was also really good, and while the ribs tasted great, ours were pretty small and didn't have a ton of meat on them. My only real complaint was the portioning of the sampler. We were told that as you choose a larger variety of meats, you essentially receive smaller portions of each. I understand the idea of a sampler, but we literally received one slice of brisket and two-three fairly small ribs, so the portion-to-variety concept didn't make a ton of sense to me. I would've preferred slightly more substantial portions, especially considering how good the brisket was! I also ordered a cocktail, but unfortunately it wasn't really for me. It came across very sweet and mostly juice, although I think that may have been more about the particular drink I chose than the bar itself. Overall, the food absolutely delivered. Between the incredible brisket, Fox-a-Roni, friendly service, and laid-back BBQ atmosphere, Fox Bros. was definitely worth the stop. I'd happily come back--I'd just skip the 3 meat sampler next time and order more of that brisket!

    Great local spot with awesome service and good bbq. Yummy burnt ends and brisket. I like lean and…read morehubby likes fatty. Our server was kind enough to give us half and half. Nice beer selection with a full bar. This was the second barbecue spot we came to and our local eight year-old expert felt the mac & cheese at the other spot was better, lol.

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    Brisket Chili

    Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q - Pork plate with collards and brisket chili. Crackers already added!

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    Pork plate with collards and brisket chili. Crackers already added!

    South City Kitchen - The Perfect Burger

    South City Kitchen

    4.3(1.2k reviews)
    5.5 miBuckhead
    $$

    WAS THIS A HIT OR MISS ???…read more It was a HIT I have been dying to try this place out for years and I figured I planned a lunch with a friend so we could spend the afternoon chitchatting and this was the perfect spot. So we were warmly greeted and then taken to a quiet table in the corner that had the whitest tablecloths. It looked rather chic Then we had the best server. She checked on us numerous times, didn't rush us and offered suggestions. She kept our table clear of mayhem from empty plates and glasses. Now the food was delicious. It was so good. The chicken was moist and the outside was crispy. The mashed potatoes melted in my mouth. Plus, we had a slice of 7up cake for dessert. I high recommend this place. They have valet parking that is only $2. Great place to visit. Until next time.

    Location Carries, Great for Clients, Not for Value…read more Location, location, location. That's the story here. This spot earns its 4 stars largely because of the setting and service. Right in the heart of Buckhead with a beautiful view great energy, well-dressed crowd, and a strong place for a work lunch or client meeting. Service was solid, no complaints there. I'll keep it simple the food was good, don't get me wrong. But for the price, it just didn't match up. This is one of those places that works if you're trying to impress clients or enjoy the atmosphere. Strip away the location, and the food-to-price ratio probably lands much lower. Just my take. Overall: 4/5 great setting, just comes at a premium.

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    View from inside

    South City Kitchen - Apple butter, oh my goodness so delicious

    Apple butter, oh my goodness so delicious

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    Our complementary biscuits and cornbread

    Home Grown - Comfy Chicken

    Home Grown

    4.4(1.8k reviews)
    3.5 miReynoldstown
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    If I could give this local favorite of six star review I would…read more Kevin, the owner and Mastermind behind the delicious array of flavors in all of their menu items. And house specials, is friendly and engaging. He makes the rounds and talks to the customers, makes them feel like home. All the staff seem to work together well and a very jovial. I sat at the counter cuz I was flying solo and had nice conversations with those next to me. The way the entire building is decorated is completely eye candy and as satisfying as the food. If you like crazy loopy, different kind of stuff. There's a specific coffee shop and small gift shop in the back with social & environmental conscious products. Even have a film development drop off that I guess locals take advantage of cuz where do you go for that anymore other than some kind of chain pharmacy?. I took pictures for my posting but also for myself to consider coming back and shopping another time. Several of the magnets and signs I would love to own. The food is plentiful and flavorful. I had the daily special of Georgia fresh shrimp sauteed on top of homemade sourdough that had a little bit of a French toast crispy to it, topped with roasted tomatoes and spinach and thin crispy onions that were well seasoned. Most the time for lunch you just hope for something that taste good and this was beyond my wildest dreams of what I was going to eat for lunch today. And it was only $10. The burgers, the fried chicken, the fried shrimp, everything was looking so yummy. I totally have to come back. The place is much bigger than it looks from the front because it extends around the corner behind the counter and they greet you when you come in.

    A southern breakfast in every sense of the word!…read more I attended homegrown with a group of friends during a quick trip to Atlanta after a solid night out. I don't think we knew what we were getting ourselves into, but I'm glad we made the decision to come here. Homegrown provides great food and coffee with indoor and outdoor seating great art and a "cozy" (read: crowded) feel. Food: 5/5 The food here was amazing. I just got the standard breakfast with eggs, bacon, toast, and orange juice but those around me had other meals like scrambles and omelettes that smelled amazing. I'm also a big fan of grits was able to taste some from my friend's plate. Service: 4/5 In terms of the food service, our server was extremely nice, but a couple of people in my party had things wrong with their order. We did have a large group though, so I won't put too much stock into that. Ambience: 4/5 When I say this place is crowded, I mean this place is crowded. I won't hold that against them, it's really a testament to how popular their restaurant is with that said, I really do wish they had more seating available. We went during the tail end of the summer, so it was extremely hot outside and eating breakfast out. The wait for a table was well over 30 minutes, so there was no way we were going to also eat our food outside. It was just not feasible without heat stroke. For context we live in the Pacific Northwest. What made up for this was the coffee shop that was connected to the building in the back that served amazing iced coffee to cool us down. Conclusion All in all, I give this place a solid, 4 out of 5 would recommend. Just be prepared to wait if you have more than three people in your party, and try to come early :-)

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    Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar - southern - Updated September 2026

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