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Murphy's, Atlanta, GA

Murphy's

4.8
4.8
5547 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
9:30 pm
Booked 116 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (404) 872-0904
  • Website
    https://murphysatlanta.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Matt McCarthy
  • Private party facilities
    Murphy's offers private dining with a number of menu selections and room settings for any occasion. Whether it be an intimate luncheon, a holiday occasion or a unique social gathering, we work closely with you to plan the perfect event. Please email operations@murphysvh.com for information.
  • Private party contact
    Joy Pugh: (404) 872-0904
  • Location
    997 Virginia Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
  • Area
    Virginia Highland
  • Cross Street
    North Highland Ave
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet offered every evening and Saturday and Sunday from noon until close.
  • Public transit
    Marta Bus 16 leaves the Marta Rail Station at Five Points in downtown Atlanta and travels up N Highland Ave passing Murphy's.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Breakfast with Santa

    USD 20.00 per person

    7 Dec 2024 only
    Start the Season Right! On December 7th we will have our Annual Breakfast with Santa! Each child will be personally escorted to and introduced to Old Saint Nick himself. Bring your list, Bring your Camera, and Bring your Smiles for the best Holiday Breakfast in Atlanta. Adult Menu is $20 per person (includes beverage) + Gratuity, Children's Menu is $11 per child + Gratuity

Menu

Saturday and Sunday from 8:30 AM to 3 PM, Reservations accepted

Egg Specialties

Served with Your Choice of Logan Turnpike Grits or Home Fries

  • EGGS SANTA FEUSD 15.00

    scrambled eggs, cheddar, peppers, onions in a flour tortilla, ranchero sauce, sour cream

    • CRAB CAKE BENEDICTUSD 21.00

      poached eggs, spinach, brioche, jalapeño hollandaise*

      • LINDA'S OMELETTEUSD 15.00

        sauteed spinach, onions, mushrooms, cheddar *eggwhites add $1

        • EGGS T. MURPHYUSD 15.00

          poached eggs, honey cured ham on English muffin, hollandaise*

          • EGGS VIRGINIA HIGHLANDUSD 17.00

            spinach, mushrooms, poached eggs on focaccia, sun-dried tomato hollandaise*

            Brunch Favorites

            • FRENCH TOASTUSD 14.00

              caramelized bananas, whipped cream, whiskey maple syrup

              • FRESH MOZZARELLA AND AVOCADO TOASTUSD 14.00

                tomato, salsa seca, mint

                • MALTED WAFFLEUSD 14.00

                  berries & bananas, whiskey maple syrup

                  • BUTTERMILK PANCAKESUSD 14.00

                    berries & whipped cream, whiskey maple syrup

                    • EGGS SLUM MULLIGANUSD 14.00

                      poached eggs, potato hash, peppers & onions, andouille, bacon, cheddar*

                      • CHILAQUILESUSD 14.00

                        chicken & tortillas, over med eggs, tomatillo sauce, avocado, sour cream*

                        • BRAISED BRISKET HASHUSD 19.00

                          poached eggs, onions, horseradish mustard*

                          Sandwiches

                          Sandwiches served with choice of home fries, small green salad, or small caesar salad

                          • CHICKEN, SPINACH & BACON BURGERUSD 16.00

                            basil mayo, lettuce, tomato, pickles, swiss cheese

                            • MURPHY'S BURGERUSD 19.00

                              swiss cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles, avocado mayo, served with fries

                              • TURKEY CLUBUSD 16.00

                                roasted turkey, avocado, tomato, lettuce, candied bacon, mayo

                                Quiche

                                • QUICHE LORRAINEUSD 14.00

                                  bacon, onions, swiss, served with green salad

                                  • MUSHROOM, TOMATO, GOAT CHEESEUSD 15.00

                                    served with green salad

                                    Small Plates

                                    • GRILLED ARTICHOKESUSD 15.00

                                      sweet lemon aioli

                                      • FLASH FRIED CALAMARIUSD 16.00

                                        Fried calamari with vidalia onions, apple cider mignonette, and a side of cocktail sauce

                                        • SMOKED SALMON FLATBREADUSD 15.00

                                          fried capers, basil aioli, shallot creme fraiche

                                          • CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE USD 26.00

                                            Chef's selection and accompaniments

                                            • MURPHY'S CAESAR SALADUSD 12.00

                                              • CINNAMON ROLL WITH CREAM CHEESE ICINGUSD 7.00

                                                Sides

                                                • ONE EGG ANY STYLEUSD 3.50

                                                  • LOGAN TURNPIKE GRITSUSD 3.50

                                                    • CHEDDAR GRITSUSD 4.50

                                                      • GRILLED HONEY-CURED HAMUSD 4.50

                                                        • HICKORY BACON (3)USD 6.50

                                                          • CANDIED BACON (3)USD 7.50

                                                            • CHICKEN SAUSAGE LINKS (2) USD 7.50

                                                              • HOME FRIES

                                                                • RegularUSD 4.50
                                                                • With CheeseUSD 5.50

                                                              • FRESH FRUIT SALADUSD 8.50

                                                                • HALF FRENCH TOASTUSD 7.50

                                                                  • ENGLISH MUFFINUSD 8.50

                                                                    Coffee Drinks

                                                                    • MURPHY'S BLEND COFFEEUSD 4.00

                                                                      • ESPRESSOUSD 4.00

                                                                        • CAFÉ AMERICANOUSD 4.00

                                                                          • CAFÉ AU LAITUSD 4.00

                                                                            • CAFÉ LATTE USD 5.00

                                                                              • CAPPUCCINOUSD 5.00

                                                                                • CAFÉ MOCHAUSD 5.00

                                                                                  • WHITE CHOCOLATE LATTEUSD 5.50

                                                                                    • HOT CHOCOLATEUSD 4.00

                                                                                      Juices

                                                                                      • ORANGE OR GRAPEFRUIT JUICE

                                                                                        • SmallUSD 3.25
                                                                                        • LargeUSD 6.50

                                                                                      • APPLE JUICE

                                                                                        • SmallUSD 3.25
                                                                                        • LargeUSD 6.50

                                                                                      • PINEAPPLE JUICE

                                                                                        • SmallUSD 3.25
                                                                                        • LargeUSD 6.50

                                                                                      • V8 TOMATO JUICE

                                                                                        • SmallUSD 3.25
                                                                                        • LargeUSD 6.50

                                                                                      Brunch Cocktails

                                                                                      • MURPHYS BLOODY MARYUSD 13.00

                                                                                        Organic Vodka, House-Made Bloody Mary Mix, Garnished with House-Made Candied Bacon, House Pickled Veggies, Celery, and Lemon

                                                                                        • MANGO MIMOSAUSD 10.00

                                                                                          Mango, Sparkling Wine

                                                                                          • EXECUTIVE MIMOSAUSD 14.00

                                                                                            Orange Juice, Vodka, Grand Marnier, Sparkling Wine

                                                                                            • GARDEN SPRITZ USD 13.00

                                                                                              Cucumber, Elderflower, Aperitivo, Sparkling Wine, Lemon

                                                                                              • SEASONAL SANGRIAUSD 13.00

                                                                                                wine, fresh fruit

                                                                                                • PALOMAUSD 13.00

                                                                                                  Blanco Tequila, Grapefruit, Lime, Citrus Soda

                                                                                                  • CORPSE REVIVER #2 USD 12.00

                                                                                                    Gin, Americano Bianco, Orange Liqueur, Absinthe Rinse

                                                                                                    • ESPRESSO MARTINIUSD 13.00

                                                                                                      Vodka, Espresso, Coffee Liqueur

                                                                                                      • IRISH COFFEE USD 13.00

                                                                                                        Irish Whiskey, Brown Sugar, Americano, Whipped Cream

                                                                                                        Last updated: 14 November 2024

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                                                                                                        What 5,547 people are saying

                                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                        4.8
                                                                                                        4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                        • 4.7Food
                                                                                                        • 4.7Service
                                                                                                        • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                        • 4.6Value

                                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                        Loved For

                                                                                                        • Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                          American

                                                                                                        • Atlanta

                                                                                                          American

                                                                                                        • Atlanta

                                                                                                          Most Booked

                                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                        Murphy's in Virginia Highlands is a beloved spot for brunch and dinner, offering "great food" and "excellent service" in a cozy atmosphere. Known for its extensive brunch menu, delicious pastries, and "stellar" pancakes, it's a favorite among locals. The restaurant's welcoming ambiance and attentive staff make it a must-visit destination. Reservations are highly recommended for a seamless experience.

                                                                                                        5,547 Reviews

                                                                                                        1. Stéphanie

                                                                                                          Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                          10 reviews

                                                                                                          vip
                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          10 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Overall the experience was great. Our server, could have done a bit better.

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                                                                                                        2. Teniecha

                                                                                                          Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          I've been coming here off and on for 15 years. The food has always been good and the service is consistently good. Everyone from the hostesss, the server and the manager/maître d were very hospitable and I enjoyed my brunch today. Can't wait to come back.

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                                                                                                        3. Destiny

                                                                                                          Seattle

                                                                                                          12 reviews

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          12 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          We decided to give our favorite breakfast/brunch spot a visit on a Saturday after thanksgiving which could have been a risk but to our luck it wasn’t busy at all. Our waitress was as very attentive and our food came out fresh. The starter biscuits and muffins were a hit per usual. The sweet tea needs some work because it tasted like water and let’s be honest we’re in the south we love our sweet tea. Also I want to shout out to Brian for checking in on us and making sure our food and service was going well.

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                                                                                                        4. Ed

                                                                                                          Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                          17 reviews

                                                                                                          vip
                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          17 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Always a wonderful experience with excellent food and superb service! Our family had never been disappointed! Love, love this restaurant! One of a kind! Excellent!

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                                                                                                        5. Michael

                                                                                                          Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                          128 reviews

                                                                                                          vip
                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          128 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined on 27 November 2024

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          I met my friend for lunch at Murphy's. The food was very good - we both had the brisket sandwich with Caesar Salad. The server was attentive and pleasant. And the valet car service was friendly and efficient. We will definitely go back.

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                                                                                                        6. Juritza

                                                                                                          Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          Dined on 26 November 2024

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          First time going there. Everything was really good! This was my first time eating chicken burger and they didn’t disappoint me. Food was very good with reasonable prices. Staff was nice and polite. We made a reservation and didn’t have to wait at all. We arrived and went straight to the table. The even took in count my request for space for the stroller. I would recommend it. The only bad thing is that brunch is only for weekends .

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                                                                                                        7. Mike

                                                                                                          Tampa

                                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                                          vip
                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined on 25 November 2024

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 4
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Relaxing atmosphere, great menu selections, our dinner was excellent but we felt rushed. Salad and entrée. was served at the same time. We were only on the restaurant for 55 minutes. 

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                                                                                                        8. Kristin

                                                                                                          Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Staff is always accommodating and friendly Service is great food is awesome

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                                                                                                        9. Anthony

                                                                                                          Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                          26 reviews

                                                                                                          vip
                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          26 reviews

                                                                                                          Dined on 23 November 2024

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                          A VaHi Institution, Murphy’s remains an outstanding venue for friends and family to enjoy excellent food in comfortable surroundings. Friendly, attentive service, an excellent bar and wine list, combine with the reliably excellent food to make this a go to destination over and over again. Kudos to owner Tom Murphy for doing one thing and doing it oh so well.

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                                                                                                        10. Michael

                                                                                                          San Francisco

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                                          Dined on 23 November 2024

                                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                          Superlative experience. Would recommend to any friends and family!

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                                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                                        Murphy's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 872-0904.

                                                                                                        Murphy's is rated 4.8 stars by 5547 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                                        Make a booking

                                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                                        9:30 pm
                                                                                                        Booked 116 times today
                                                                                                        Experiences are available.

                                                                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                        Google Map for Murphy's

                                                                                                        997 Virginia Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

                                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                                                          North Highland Ave
                                                                                                        • Area
                                                                                                          Virginia Highland
                                                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                          Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                                          $30 and under
                                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                                          American, Contemporary American
                                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                                          Casual Elegant
                                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                                          Casual Dress
                                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                                          Complimentary Valet offered every evening and Saturday and Sunday from noon until close.
                                                                                                        • Public transit
                                                                                                          Marta Bus 16 leaves the Marta Rail Station at Five Points in downtown Atlanta and travels up N Highland Ave passing Murphy's.
                                                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                                                                          Matt McCarthy
                                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                                          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                        • Website
                                                                                                          https://murphysatlanta.com/
                                                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                                                          (404) 872-0904
                                                                                                        • Private party facilities
                                                                                                          Murphy's offers private dining with a number of menu selections and room settings for any occasion. Whether it be an intimate luncheon, a holiday occasion or a unique social gathering, we work closely with you to plan the perfect event. Please email operations@murphysvh.com for information.
                                                                                                        • Private party contact
                                                                                                          Joy Pugh: (404) 872-0904

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