Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Atlanta

OpenTable

Updated 05 June 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Atlanta? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit.

Crust & Craft - McDonough

5.0

5 (109)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

McDonough

About the restaurant

FRESH PIZZA IN THE HEART OF MCDONOUGH
Crust & Craft. Redefining how Georgians enjoy Pizza, Beer, & Cocktails in the heart of McDonough.

Top review

GrantVIP

Dined on 31 May 2025

Perfection as usual! My wife and I had garlic parm and buffalo wings with a Spicy Italian with added bell peppers. Can’t wait to bring my gang back in July.

Kurt's Euro Bistro

5.0

5 (2337)

$31 to $50

European

Duluth

About the restaurant

Kurt's now offers a Neighborhood Euro Bistro in Duluth, Georgia, concentrating on the freshest ingredients and local flavors in a small, intimate atmosphere with a great wine selection, unique beers, and a full bar. Our family-owned business and romantic restaurant focus on what is best in the world of delicious dining. We like to think outside the box and offer dishes that you won't find elsewhere.
We have new reservations policies for dining in and yet if you are not comfortable dining in at this time, we are offering Curbside Pick-Up as well as delivery options. Please visit our website or social media options for all updated information and menus.
We appreciate all the support and welcome you to join us soon for Atlanta's best Steaks, Seafood and Schnitzel!

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James

Dined 3 days ago

Always a great place to have a special meal. Best German food in Georgia.

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Popular dish

Jaeger Schnitzel

Popular dish

Classic Wienerschnitzel

Experience

Schweinehaxe | Braised Pork Shank

Mali Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (1057)

$30 and under

Thai

Virginia Highland

About the restaurant

According to Zagat, This "excellent" local spot where Va-Highlanders meet is known for its "great patio" and "good, reasonably priced sushi and Thai food"; it's a mystery why it's "rarely crowded", but "those who love it" and want to keep it all to themselves "hope it stays that way."

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miguel

Dined 7 days ago

Great place service and food. Everything was delicious, our staff was attentive, fast and orders were accurate. Ambiance was chill and relaxed. Check it out you won’t be disappointed.

Nahm Thai Cuisine

4.9

4.9 (2387)

$31 to $50

Thai

Alpharetta

About the restaurant

Nahm is a unique Thai restaurant with a beautiful inside decor and Patio on Windward Parkway in Alpharetta offers a glimpse of traditional Thai culture, where balance and harmony come together in a relaxing, elegant atmosphere. Executive Chef and owner Nahm Thongyoung combined her love of art with a passion for cooking, provides diners with a taste of both exceptional freshly prepare authentic Thai cuisine and the Thai cultural experience. " The way our food prepared honors the essence of Thai culture, weaving richness, elegance, respect and balance into every hand-crafted dish."

Please note, we do not have highchairs or a kids menu. It is difficult for us to accommodate children.
There will be an automatic gratuity of 20% added to all parties of 5 or more.

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Amy

Dined on 3 June 2025

Very enjoyable evening, great service, delicious food and spectacular ambiance.

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Nahm's Thai Fried Rice

Di Paolo

4.9

4.9 (1908)

$31 to $50

Italian

Roswell

About the restaurant

di Paolo has been one of the most respected Italian restaurants in Atlanta since 1995. Our menu combines classic cuisine with modern flair. The food is simple yet creative, and changes with the seasons. Our executive chef Darin Hiebel has been featured in Best Chefs America.

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Irving

Dined 7 days ago

When arriving at the restaurant, the surrounding area seemed a tad bit sketchy. However, after entering the restaurant, it was awesome! Food, Service, and menu was awesome! 5 out of 5!

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Experience

Sunday Wine Special – Enjoy 50% Off Bottles

il Giallo Osteria & Bar

4.9

4.9 (2857)

$31 to $50

Italian

Sandy Springs

About the restaurant

il Giallo is a culinary partnership between Leonardo Moura and Chef Jamie Adams, dedicated to transporting you to Italy's heart. The name 'il Giallo,' meaning both 'Yellow' and 'Mystery' in Italian, perfectly encapsulates our culinary philosophy.

'Yellow' signifies our unwavering commitment to using responsibly sourced, fresh ingredients, reminiscent of the sun's warmth, golden grains, and yolks.

'Mystery' embodies our ever-evolving menu, inviting you to explore new, exciting flavors inspired by the rich culinary tapestry of Italy.

We faithfully represent the northern part of Italy, while embracing the nation's culinary treasures as a whole. Our handmade pastas, inspired by the country's diverse landscapes, promise freshness and delight.

Beyond the food, il Giallo aspires to be an extension of your home, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere. We are more than just a restaurant; we are a place where unforgettable memories are created.

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ChristyVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Pam is the best server ever! We love her. Il Giallo has the best bolognese in town

La Grotta

4.9

4.9 (3155)

$31 to $50

Italian

Buckhead

About the restaurant

Serving the finest in Northern & Regional Italian Cuisine, La Grotta offers old world charm and friendly, first class service and is located in the heart of Buckhead. A local favorite since 1978, La Grotta has received Best of Atlanta Award from Atlanta magazine since the mid 1980’s, prestigious DiRONA and AAA Four Diamond Awards since the early 90's.

La Grotta is tucked away in the heart of the Buckhead residential district and overlooks the lush gardens of the condo courtyard in which it is located. La Grotta literally means "the cave" in Italian and was named such for its cavernous and warm setting. The La Grotta staff is also well known and regarded for its vast knowledge of its customers, the food, diverse knowledge of languages (our staff speaks Italian, Spanish, French & German) and attention to detail. The menu specializes in Northern Italian cuisine with seasonal changes to reflect freshness of ingredients with a focus on locally grown produce.

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StephanieVIP

Dined on 5 June 2025

A fantastic Birthday celebration with a group of Friends! Our servers did so much (as they always do) to make every dining experience at LaGrotta an extraordinary evening! Thanks to ALL who make it so!

UMI

4.8

4.8 (3311)

$50 and over

Sushi

Buckhead

About the restaurant

Sushi is pure, clean food with simple, thoughtful and minimal intervention and the materials and design principle at UMI reflect this philosophy.

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CarolineVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Amazing food and service. Haven’t been here in years and forgot how wonderful it is.

Poor Calvin's

4.9

4.9 (7944)

$31 to $50

Fusion / Eclectic

Downtown

About the restaurant

We know the word "fusion" has been wielded about to justify everything from Hula Burgers to Mexican lasagna. But the East-meets-South brand of fusion happening at Poor Calvin's? It's creative; it's innovative; and it's probably unlike anything you've tasted in the ATL. After working in kitchens around the world, Calvin Phan wanted to shake things up a little. And so, into the mac 'n cheese, the Thai spices went. Now, Calvin's giving Southern staples, like sea bass and fried chicken, a decidedly creative Asian-inspired twist (and a nip of spice, too). He has created innovative dishes, approached in much the same way, leave the hands of Calvin Phan day in and day out. His dedication and attention to detail are evident in each dish and dessert. You won't be disappointed.

*Last seating 1 hour before close*

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IvanVIP

Dined 4 days ago

This is an incredible restaurant!!! Best in Atlanta!!! I will come back for SURE!

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Rumi's Kitchen - Avalon

4.8

4.8 (6280)

$31 to $50

Persian

Alpharetta

About the restaurant

Chef Ali Mesghali"s nearly lifelong love of cooking combined with his love for Sufism brought to life for the first time in Atlanta's culinary scene the concept of Rumi's Kitchen in 2005.
At Rumi's Kitchen, Ali has been able to artfully bring together an atmosphere full of joyous energy with attentive and generous Persian hospitality along with the unforgettable unique aromas and flavors of the Persian cuisine which is truly reflective of his simple intention to bring joy and happiness to the overall dining experience of the guests. Every member of the team at Rumi's Kitchen strives in delivering the service that is demanded by such a unique intention and vision.
While Rumi's Kitchen is a Persian restaurant at its core, the menu is constantly supplemented by dishes pulling influences from other countries, keeping the cuisine at the forefront of the dining scene in Atlanta.

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Doug

Dined 2 days ago

Food was fantastic and service was great as always!

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