"Relax, it's just eggs" is the motto at this favorite local diner. At Thumbs Up Diner, you'll find made-to-order breakfast and lunch diner classics like omelets, pancakes, burgers and fries. A popular favorite is the unique creation, "The Heap": seasoned pan-fried potatoes topped with a mound of scrambled eggs, cheese and pretty much anything else you'd like to add. If you're more in the mood for lunch, try a patty melt, black bean burger or a Southwestern specialty like catfish tacos. On the weekends, be prepared to line up with the locals as this is a hot spot for breakfast and brunch. Only cash is accepted, so carry ample change.

Midtown Atlanta possesses a treasure named Empire State South. Kick start the day with their wholesome breakfast and freshly brewed coffee to re-energize those tired nerves. The breakfast and brunch menu include bagels, sandwiches, yogurt, oatmeal, breads and more. Opt for the lunch boxes or enjoy a relaxed dinner with their exquisite choice of wines. The experienced chefs devote their skills to offer upscale versions of delicacies from the South which cannot be missed. Enjoy a game of bocce at the patio.

Would you like to start your day with hot waffles sprinkled with spiced honey butter, a strong cup of coffee, and some muffins? If so, this is definitely the place for you. The West Egg Cafe coffeehouse and sandwich shop is a favorite among locals. Known for its delicious breakfast and brunch, it also offers a wide variety of wholesome lunch and dinner options. Sandwiches, salads, soups, brownies, cupcakes and more; it doesn't get any better if you're looking for filling and affordable food. Do not leave without trying their famous Coca-cola cake. The cafe also has a relaxed lounge area with wireless Internet access.

This white-tiled, quintessentially American diner has been in constant operation since 1929, and it serves up a down-home menu 24 hours a day. The long counter in front faces Ponce de Leon Avenue and backs up on the kitchen, where your order will appear hot off the grill. Pick a stool up front or slide into a booth along the sidewalk picture window. The Majestic Diner is known best for its generous breakfast menu, and there's no better place for a heavy and hearty meal first thing in the morning. Try the meatloaf plate if you're the adventurous type.

No. 246 cuenta con una apariencia definida, con paredes blancas que contrastan con las mesas de madera oscura y las paredes decoradas con paletas para deslizar las pizzas en el horno. Grandes lámparas de metal cuelgan del techo e iluminan el bar y las mesas del centro del salón a la perfección. Una canasta con baguettes frescas gigantes decora la pared donde se encuentra la estación de servicio. Si vienen a la hora del brunch, notará la gran variedad de pizzas (con tocino, patatas, huevos escalfados y queso) que salen de la cocina. A ninguna cena puede fáltale una porción de los famosos Angolottis, servidos con una buena porción de vegetales verdes, o los Gnocchis con hongos silvestres asados. Un postre muy interesante llamado The Spoom es el toque de oro para cualquier comida, y se sirve en un cono de gofre con aceite de oliva. Una de las opciones más recomendadas es la Chef's Counter, una comida para compartir entre cuatro. Siéntese frente a la cocina, siempre atareada, y disfrute de una comida preparada de cero por el Chef Belline.