This local legend is billed as the world's biggest drive-in and has been a staple on the Atlanta dining scene since 1928. Countless burgers, fries, shakes and more than two miles of hot dogs are served here every day, along with more Coca-Cola than anywhere else in the world. Dine in your car, seat yourself in one of the many cafeteria-style rooms, or simply order your greasy lunch at the 150-foot (46-meter) long stainless-steel counter and go. The white-tiled diner theme is a welcome throwback to days when drive-ins ruled the fast food scene.

Si lo que busca es comida sureña auténtica, servida en un espacio igual de auténtico, Mary Mac's es adonde debe ir. Cuando tenga ganas de comer pasteles de tomate, tartas de carne y costillitas asadas, acompañadas de cerveza o cócteles, no dude en darse una vuelta por el restaurante. Este espacio abarrotado en Ponce de Leon no ha visto un solo cambio desde 1945, y le ofrecerá una experiencia culinaria así como cultural. Algunos de los favoritos de siempre son la trucha frita, el pollo frito u horneado, los vegetales de hoja verde y el soufflé de batata. El restaurante también ofrece servicios de catering y de entrega a domicilio.

Este restaurante de moda de Midtown atrae comensales a montones y se está ganando, de a poco, una reputación de imperdible. La mejor descripción de la comida es sureña creativa y moderna, pero realmente no le hace justicia. The Kitchen prepara unos platos distintivos increíbles, como crema de mársicos con jerez y escalopes sobre maíz triturado con salsa de ajo. Haga sus reservas con anticipación para las noches de espectáculos teatrales porque el lugar suele llenarse rápido. South City Kitchen promete un toque distinto a la comida tradicional sureña.

Parrilladas deliciosas y música hipnótica se han fusionado para hacer de este establecimiento de Midtown una leyenda. Los comensales hacen fila en la puerta para probar esas galardonadas costillitas, y la espera lo vale. No se pierda del emparedado de cerdo con estofado Brunswick y vegetales de hoja verde, todo acompañado, por supuesto, de una cerveza bien fría. No se vaya del restaurante sin llevarse una botella de la salsa secreta de Fat Matt, así podrá intentar cocinar alguna de las delicias asadas en casa. Algunas de las mejores bandas de blues locales tocan su música en vivo todas las noches para animar la cena.

Housed in a former filling station in the heart of downtown Decatur, Leon's Full Service is just that - a full service bar and restaurant focused on fine handcrafted food and drink. An offshoot of the extremely popular Brick Store Pub, Leon's cuisine expands beyond pub fare to more upscale options. Chef Eric Ottensmeyer keeps the menu fresh and seasonal with entrees like wild pan seared scallops and grilled flat iron steak with a zucchini cheddar casserole. Sandwiches, salads, pub frites and snacks - like bacon in a glass - round out the menu. Craft beers are a focus here, but quality wines and spirits are also well represented. The atmosphere is laid-back with an inviting patio perfect for relaxing and enjoying a great meal.

Local Three is one of the most popular restaurants in Atlanta, be prepared to wait awhile or sit at the bar if you don't have a reservation. However long you wait, though, it will be well worth it. The warm and friendly restaurant is covered in all kinds of kitsch and clever pop culture references, which even carries over to the menu oft-times. Specialty cocktails, and a sophisticated liquor and wine selection make it a great place to take your time with the whole dining experience. Once you're ready to eat, the rotating menu always has delicious, expertly made American food, usually with a contemporary twist. The brunch is also to-die-for.

Hidden off the interstate, this local gem of a tavern is always bustling with activity. Whether you go to watch the latest sport match or participate in a cornhole tournament, McCray's Tavern is a friendly and convivial place. Delicious pub grub like burgers and heartier options like the rib-eye steak or grilled rainbow trout, perfectly compliment the 45 beers on tap.