Best Lunch Restaurants in Sweet Auburn

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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AtlantaCobbDeKalbFulton

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ArdmoreAtlantic StationBrookhavenBrookwood HillsBuckheadCastleberry Hill

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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A photo of Marcus Bar & Grille restaurant

1. Marcus Bar & Grille

4.5

Awesome(1321)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Old Fourth Ward

Booked 41 times today

Marcus Bar & Grille is a vibrant, funky neighborhood restaurant dreamt up by Chef Marcus Samuelsson. Out of a gorgeous open kitchen featuring a wood-fired grill and oven, Marcus B&G serves elevated comfort classics and ambitious signature dishes. Taking cues from the history of Atlanta and the Old Fourth Ward, the space is built to celebrate community, music, and great food & drink.

2. Murphy's

4.8

Exceptional(5660)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Virginia Highland

Booked 78 times today

For over 40 years, Murphy's has ranked among Atlanta's best restaurants, famous for best brunch and creative lunch and dinner cuisine. Chef Matt McCarthy creates seasonal American menus with small plates to share, salads, and favorite entrees: Brisket, Salmon, Roasted Chicken, and Steaks. Our in-house Pastry Chef Kassie Ruffin, creates fresh pastries and desserts. Our retail wine shop provides outstanding wines to diners by the glass or bottle at value prices, with wine tastings, wine flight happy hours and wine dinners weekly and monthly. The decor combines exposed-brick walls with French café doors to divide tables among quiet spaces ideal for conversation, either inside the cozy dining room or outside on the patio. Valet parking during peak hours. Private dining available. Our Patio seating is first come, first served and seats only parties of 4 or less. Requests for patio seating are not guaranteed. Inclement weather will also cause us to close all patio seating.

3. TWO urban licks

4.6

Exceptional(12148)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Poncey-Highland

Booked 77 times today

TWO Urban Licks' incredible wood-fired cuisine, live rotating rotisseries, unique 26 foot wine on tap barrel wall (the first in the country!), funky live blues, Beltline views and the "wow" design centered around the floor to ceiling Todd Murphy painting lit by a gas lamp wall make TWO truly one of a kind.The innovative, domestic and international, wine program consists solely of stainless steel barrels of wine displayed in a 26 foot, glass and steel, temperature controlled tower situated prominently in the restaurant. The Bar also boasts 4 in house draft cocktails, infusions and a state of the art beer program. TWO has garnered an abundance accolades including Conde Nast Traveler's "Hot List", Bon Appetit's "Hot 50 Tables" and one of Rachael Ray's "favorite restaurants" in the country by Instyle Magazine. Nominated locally year after year as "Best Restaurant Scene" and "best place to take an out of towner", guests keep coming back for dinner and weekend brunch!

4. Ray's in the City

4.6

Exceptional(6991)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 51 times today

Ray's in the City offers seafood flown-in-daily, prime steaks & chops, an award-winning wine list, hand-crafted cocktails, and a professional service staff. We look forward to serving you!

A photo of AG, Modern Bar and Steakhouse restaurant

5. AG, Modern Bar and Steakhouse

4.5

Awesome(1156)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 15 times today

AG, Modern Bar & Steakhouse offers a modern steakhouse experience inspired by Southern hospitality. Open seven days a week and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner as well as classic and creative cocktails. For dinner, the menu of grilled steaks and seafood features food sourcing that is sustainable and responsible. AG, Modern Bar & Steakhouse is located on the second level at The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta (downtown) at the corner of Peachtree & Ellis streets, within easy walking distance of many of the downtown hotels & the major office buildings.

A photo of Alma Cocina - Downtown restaurant

6. Alma Cocina - Downtown

4.7

Exceptional(2483)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Downtown

Booked 25 times today

Alma Cocina’s refreshing new approach to contemporary Mexican cuisine has delighted guests since 2011 while continuing to evolve today. Traditional Latin American ingredients make for vibrant and flavorful dishes that showcase a familiar yet always new dining experience. Beyond a superior menu, they offer a unique range of tequila and cocktails with Atlanta’s Best Margarita. You won’t find this anywhere else but Alma. We are positioned perfectly for downtown corporate and social groups and private dining.

A photo of By George - Atlanta restaurant

7. By George - Atlanta

4.5

Awesome(850)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 27 times today

The Candler Hotel's restaurant, By George, is located on famed Peachtree Street and offers a Contemporary American menu and wine program for curious palettes-

8. Saints + Council

4.8

Exceptional(1912)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 88 times today

Saints + Council represents the highest and best in all of us - the desire to fulfill all that we were meant to be. It’s not just good friends coming together, though it is good friends coming together. It’s friends coming together to lift each other up, spurring one another on to greatness. Settle in to one of our cozy booths or relax in one of our fireside living room pods as you experience a modernly rustic approach to chef driven and always made from scratch food. Ready for a cocktail? Our in house beverage director is the best in the city, creating unique and different cocktails that are always balanced and truly refreshing. Please note-we do not allow balloons, thank you for your understanding!

9. STK - Atlanta

4.0

Excellent(7577)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Midtown

Booked 82 times today

STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices. STK Atlanta is located in the heart of Midtown on the corner of Peachtree & 12th. STK Atlanta also offers a variety of private dining rooms.

10. Cuts Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(3609)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 31 times today

We are open from 11 to 10pm for a limited time. Cuts Steakhouse offers a variety of southern inspired cuisine. We offer only the best steaks, beef short ribs, southern fried lobster tail, and shrimp & grits just to name a few along with an extensive appetizer and wine list.With a variety of dining options within our restaurant, guests can choose between our main dining areas, semi-private/private areas, patio or the Bar at Cuts Steakhouse. Whether you desire an intimate dining experience at a table near the fireplace, private party for your business or personal event or an opportunity to catch the game with a group of friends, Cuts Steakhouse has you covered.Come see why Cuts Steakhouse is quickly becoming the downtown destination for a great meal and outstanding atmosphere. We look forward to providing you with an exceptional experience.

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Cynthia
Atlanta •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
As always Rays is amazing. The service, the food and atmosphere was wonderful. Whenever I am near downtown Atlanta that’s where you will find me. Love it!
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Ray's in the CityPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.6
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Matthew
Atlanta •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had the valentine prix fixe menu - was excellent and the wine pairings were well matched. The salad starter had pink lettuce, the scallops had pomegrantes in the sauce, and the black forest cake was heart shaped with cherries, emphasizing the Valentine theme. The noise level was reasonable - could talk and hear without raising our voices but we could hear other tables.
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Murphy'sPrice: Moderate• American• Virginia Highland
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4.8
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Demond
Atlanta •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
If you are ever in the area, you must try. The service and food were amazing. It was a cool vibe jamming to some great tunes.
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Marcus Bar & GrillePrice: Moderate• American• Old Fourth Ward
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4.5
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Tara
Atlanta •150 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 Feb 2025
The food at Two Urban Licks is always good and the service is friendly and prompt. We started with the chicken empanada appetizer which was delicious. My husband ordered the trout and I had the salmon. Both dishes were cooked perfectly and were delicious. We’re already talking about going back soon and bringing some friends with us!
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TWO urban licksPrice: Expensive• American• Poncey-Highland
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4.6
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David
Memphis / West Tennessee •1 review
5.0
Dined on 6 Feb 2025
We had such a great time at Atlanta Grill! The food was amazing and the service was even better! 100% recommend.
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AG, Modern Bar and SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.5

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