Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

1. Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall

9.1
684 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Old Fourth Ward · 41 tips and reviews

Adam W.Adam Wright: Wow. Best woodsman brisket I've ever had. Also damn good camping style coffee. ☕️ 🐷

AJCAJC: Try the shellfish roast served in a cast iron skillet with peel and eat shrimp, mussels, lamb sausage, cabbage, potatoes and grilled bread. Read more.

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Diners can look forward to dishes like Navajo fry bread, fried smelt, and cheeseburgers on Schmidt's watch, plus simple cocktails and domestic, mostly Southeastern beers to wash it down. Read more.

Two Urban Licks is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

2. Two Urban Licks

8.9
820 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Poncey-Highland · 238 tips and reviews

Hélène R.Hélène Ross: Food was awesome. Hush puppies, empanadas, brisket!

Davy N.Davy Nixon: Definitely try the salmon chips.

AtlantaAtlanta: Must: request to sit on the back patio with the incredible skyline view, try the lamb lollipops, scallops w/gouda grits, and one of their fruit infusions. Read more.

Whiskey Bird is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

3. Whiskey Bird

8.9
1409 N Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Morningside - Lenox Park · 5 tips and reviews

Andy B.Andy B: Great small plates. Lots of good salads, healthy options and also high road soft serve with home made toppings. Great spot for an easy dinner.

Adriel I.Adriel Irons: Steak and eggs

Matt D.Matt Dermody: Crispy Brussel Sprouts are unreal as is the sticky pineapple fried rice special if it’s around. Recommend mix and matching the Yakitori and other ones and twos like a tapas restaurant.

Canoe is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

4. Canoe

9.3
4199 Paces Ferry Rd SE, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · 101 tips and reviews

LaurissaLaurissa: Great atmosphere. Their smoked salmon and beet goat geese salads are amazing appetizers.

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: Originally opened in 1995, Canoe has long been a favorite among Atlanta's upper crust. This food is not modern, but it's hardly old-fashioned. Read more.

FoodspottingFoodspotting: Try the Smoked Salmon topped Potato Cakes

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

5. The Cheesecake Factory

8.9
3393 Peachtree Rd NE Ste 3076A (Lenox Square Mall), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Lenox · 128 tips and reviews

jennyjenny: they now offer gluten free beer, gfree cheesecake and a gfree menu!

Fatima Al SlailFatima Al Slail: Browne bread Is the best!

Antroine M.Antroine Majette: I don't even know why they bring out the white bread, it's all about the wheat bread!

Houston's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

6. Houston's

8.8
3539 Northside Pkwy NW (W Paces Ferry Rd NW), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Buckhead · 64 tips and reviews

PaulPaul: This is our favorite restaurant anywhere. Smoked Salmon, salad and ribs. Can't beat that!

marina m.marina mello: Always excellent food and service, smart-casual

Anthony A.Anthony Acosta: Best place to get a great meal

Murphy's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

7. Murphy's

9.1
997 Virginia Ave NE (at Todd Rd. NE), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Virginia Highland · 140 tips and reviews

Alex R.Alex Ravenel: Brunch is great. Bread basket is 😍. Cinnamon buns worth a try as well.

Cheryl J.Cheryl Johnson: Murphy's has one of the best brunches and wine sections in the city.

Atlanta Food Critic ..Atlanta Food Critic .com: Great food + excellent service + relaxing, comfortable place = bliss for brunch in the ATL. READ OUR FULL REVIEW! Read more.

Rathbun's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

8. Rathbun's

8.7
112 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Inman Park · 65 tips and reviews

Renee D.Renee Dubois: Mussel toast is great, so is calamari. Pork loin is awesome.

EaterEater: The food is great & so is the service. It's also conveniently located next to Krog Bar, so stop in before or after your meal for a glass of wine and an appetizer or a nightcap. [Eater 38 Member]

AJCAJC: We highly recommend the Braised Beef Short Rib, Spaghetti Squash Carbonara and Bantam Egg while here. Read more.

Blue Ridge Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

9. Blue Ridge Grill

8.6
1261 W Paces Ferry Rd NW (at Northside Pkwy), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Buckhead · 39 tips and reviews

Carl S.Carl Simmons: The Braised ribs are excellent and the corn soufflé is to die for. The roasted goat cheese is ok. Great food. Highly recommend

Michael C.Michael Clay: Everything was great. The food was excellent.

Peter A.Peter Askew: James is prob the best bartender in Atlanta!

Atlanta Breakfast Club is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

10. Atlanta Breakfast Club

8.6
249 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW (at Venable St NW), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Downtown Atlanta · 53 tips and reviews

Steve C.Steve Cawthon: I love shrimp and grits. These are the best I have ever had!

Ashley B.Ashley B: Shrimp and grits, chicken and waffles...an amazing spot for casual breakfast

Theresa H.Theresa H: Gulf Shrimp and Grits!!

Roasters is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

11. Roasters

8.8
2770 Lenox Rd NE, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Buckhead · 83 tips and reviews

Tony I.Tony InAtlanta: Try the combo of beef brisket and chicken tenders. The brisket is very lean and the tenders are the best I’ve ever tasted!

J.Legacy H.J.Legacy Hodges: Love the cornbread, meatloaf, broccoli cauliflower cheese casserole.

Dámon W.Dámon Walker: Ask for server: Jack, his service is immaculate!

Endive Publik House is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

12. Endive Publik House

8.7
1468 Mecaslin St NW, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Loring Heights · 4 tips and reviews

TJTJ: The Sea Bass Filet here is fantastic. Absolutely the best Sea Bass I've tasted. I definitely recommend this item.

Remy E.Remy E: Great, Great food! Awesome waitress!

JamesJames: Man this place is off the beaten path,and is a jewel. Great food,service, and atmosphere.

Miller Union is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

13. Miller Union

8.7
999 Brady Ave NW (10th Street), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · 130 tips and reviews

Laini M.Laini Madhubuti: Amazing dessert. Great drinks. Beautiful setting.

J L.J L: appetizer - farm egg in celery cream

EaterEater: The farm egg baked in celery cream with grilled bread is a top ten Atlanta dish and the desserts will have you excited about ordering dessert again. [Eater 38 Member]

Folk Art Restaurant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

14. Folk Art Restaurant

9.0
465 N Highland Ave NE (at Colquitt Ave NE), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Inman Park · 88 tips and reviews

Julie H.Julie Hamby: We shared banana foster french toast, grilled cheese with mushrooms & tomatoe soup, and the lobster rolls. ALL AMAZING! Andrea was a great waitress, best I've had in a long time.

Liz T.Liz Turcotte: Folk Southern Fried with eggs over easy is amazing and the mimosas are so tasty! Tip your servers!!

HalboHalbo: Most excellent. Fab service. Breakfast pulled pork quesadilla was off the hook good! Great quality tasty food. I will be back!

Houston's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Atlanta.

15. Houston's

8.5
2166 Peachtree Rd NW (at Colonial Homes Dr.), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Colonial · 109 tips and reviews

Elizabeth D.Elizabeth Dickerson: Hickory burger & au jous is amazing ! Plus live jazz

Treva 'The Diva'💋Treva 'The Diva'💋: Try their famous spinach dip and if you're in the mood for a cocktail, their margs and pomegranate martinis are perfection;)))

Explore GeorgiaExplore Georgia: Bricks from the Loew's Grand Theatre, where "Gone with the Wind" premiered in 1939, were used to build this popular Atlanta restaurant.