The Atlanta food bucket list. Iconic dishes, local favorites, viral food finds and menu items you absolutely need to try at least once
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Iconic Atlanta Food
Unique Signature Dishes
Pizza, Burgers & Comofort Food
Desserts & Sweet Bites
Iconic Atlanta Food
Four Words: Lemon pepper wet wings. Arguably one of Atlanta's most iconic food orders. Crispy wings drenched in lemon pepper butter sauce. Get them wet!
J.R. Crickets
A fried chicken biscuit smothered in sausage gravy. A legendary Atlanta brunch and breakfast order
Home grown GA Restaurant
Historic Atlanta soul food institution serving crispy Southern fried chicken with classic sides. A true ATL staple.
The Busy Bee
The ultimate Georgia-born breakfast experience. Waffle, eggs, bacon, hash browns and toast. You can't leave Atlanta without it
Waffle House
Extra-indulgent milkshakes piled high with toppings. A fun dessert experience and great photo opportunity
The Yard Milkshake Bar Atlanta - Centennial Park
Creative oversized doughnuts with fun flavors and colorful toppings. A classic Atlanta sweet stop
Sublime Doughnuts
Unique Signature Dishes
Blackened grouper sandwich - Blackened grouper with nori butter, fresh herbs and pickled peppers on a toasted bun. A must for seafood lovers.
Fishmonger
Baked farm egg in celery cream served with grilled bread. A deceptively simple but iconic Atlanta restaurant dish
Miller Union
Southern pimento cheese meets crispy Asian-inspired wontons with sweet chili sauce. Such a fun combination
Sweet Auburn BBQ
Slow-braised goat tacos topped with avocado and salsa verde. A unique taco worth seeking out
Bone Garden Cantina
Get the bikini!!! Gooey grilled cheese with jamón ibérico and black truffle. An elevated take on everyone's favorite comfort food
Cooks & Soldiers
The Avenue A: Open-faced bagel with Nova smoked salmon, cream cheese, avocado and grapefruit. A brunch favorite
The General Muir
The New Page Roll: Shrimp tempura topped with salmon and thinly sliced lemon. A signature sushi order at this upscale Buckhead spot.
Umi
Pizza, Burgers & Comofort Food
Margherita DOP pizza: Authentic Neapolitan-style pizza with tomato, mozzarella and basil. One of Atlanta's classic pizza destinations
Antico Pizza Napoletana
An over-the-top double cheeseburger with bacon, grilled onions, chili and all the fixings. A legendary burger with Atlanta history.
The Ghetto Burger at Ann's Snack Bar
Texas style brisket: Smoky, tender barbecue brisket with classic Southern sides. A go-to for Atlanta barbecue lovers
Fox Bros Bbq
Desserts & Sweet Bites
Beautiful French-inspired pastries, croissants and seasonal baked goods. Perfect for a morning pastry run
