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The Big Ketch Buckhead, Atlanta, GA

The Big Ketch Buckhead

4.7
4.7
1106 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 11 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
The Big Ketch Buckhead is a beach getaway in the heart of the city. With fresh seafood delivered daily, we create signature dishes that bring the southern coast to you. So sit back and relax at your neighborhood beach house with hand-crafted cocktails and coastal inspired fare. No SPF required.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (404) 474-9508
  • Website
    http://www.thebigketch.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, The Big Ketch Buckhead can accommodate all of your special event needs.
  • Location
    3279 Roswell Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
  • Area
    Buckhead
  • Cross Street
    E. Andrews Drive
  • Parking details
    The Big Ketch Buckhead has a public lot that is available for our patrons. Cars left in parking lot after 10PM must have validation or they will be booted. Validation is free - Just ask our staff for one!
  • Entertainment
    Live Music Nightly
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Cocktails

  • Galea SangriaUSD 10.00

    Organic red sangria from spain / seasonal fruit skewer. "Organically grown and prodcued classic red sangria with a seasonal skewer of fresh fruits. Have a glass or chilled bottle"

    • Basil 8USD 12.00

      Bare bone vodka / basil syrup / giffard grapefruit / fresh basil. "Evolution of the TBK favorite, more refresing than the orginal, balanced with fruity citrus and aromatic basil"

      • Yacht Club MuleUSD 11.00

        Bare bone vodka / fever tree ginger beer / strawberry basil. "Our mule with a seasonal twist...strawberry and ginger... a touch spicy and a touch sweet"

        • The FrojitoUSD 11.00

          Bacardi rum / mint syrup / fresh lime juice. "A crisp, clean, refreshing frozen mojito; perfect for a beach party"

          • Smoke & Fire MargaritaUSD 13.00

            Xicaru mezcal / el jimador blanco tequila / house citrus sour / charred chili honey / smoked salt rim. "Our new Smoke & Fire Margarita with the addition of serrano honey syrup, builds complexity with the perfect level of heat & sweet"

            • Buckhead BettyUSD 12.00

              Blackberry puree / st. germain / bare bone vodka / sparkling wine. "A timeless twist on a TBK favorite, more refreshing and flavorful than the original, mixed with a blackberry puree and aromatic elderflower"

              • The Royal KetchUSD 14.00

                Plymouth gin / dolin vermouth / blue cheese olives / lemon twist. "This is a classic martini that is softer and easier to drink than you might think! This vermouth forward martini is perfect for seafood, stirred not shaken and garnished with blue cheese olives and a long lemon twist"

                • Coco Beach PartyUSD 13.00

                  Vida pressed coconut water / orgeat / rhum agricole / molasses rum / pineapple juice. "The new and improved version of a Pina Colada. This low cal, light, refreshing cocktail is sure to be a crowd pleaser"

                  • Passion PalomaUSD 12.00

                    El jimador blanco tequila / passion fruit / grapefruit juice / house citrus sour. "Enjoy this easy drinking grapefruit-passionfruit version of the classic Paloma"

                    Bubbles & Rose

                    • La Marca Prosecco, Treviso, ItalyUSD 10.00

                      fresh and clean with notes of lemon, ripe citrus, green apple and touches of grapefruit

                      • Fabre en Provence, Cotes de Provence, Rosé, FranceUSD 10.00

                        A vibrant blend of syrah, cinsault, and grenache. The calcareous terrior lends a spicy minerality to the wine with aromas or rose and raspberry, and tasting note of strawberry and white peach

                        • Prince de Richemont Brut, Vin de France, FranceUSD 9.00

                          fine, persistent bubbles, white fruit & floral notes with lingering hints of citrus

                          White Wine

                          • Chateau Ste. Michelle Riesling, Columbia Valley, WashingtonUSD 9.00

                            crisp apple aromas and flavors with subtle mineral notes

                            • Stella Pinot Grigio, Sicily, ItalyUSD 9.00

                              vibrant fresh pear and citrus flavors with balanced yet zesty acidity

                              • Fernlands Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New ZealandUSD 11.00

                                bright and lifted with quintessential marlborough aromatics, fragrances of lime leaf and lemon supercede a delicate thread of citrus bloosom

                                • Willowbrook Chardonnay, CaliforniaUSD 9.00

                                  a crispy, citrusy acidity and flavors of honey and stone fruit, the decadent, creamy finish is focused and refrehsing with subtle hints of butterscotch, tropical fruits and hazelnut

                                  • Frei Brothers Chardonnay, Sonoma County, CaliforniaUSD 11.00

                                    rich and golden in color with notes of pear, peach and citrus

                                    • Raeburn Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, CaliforniaUSD 13.00

                                      white pear, apple and nectarines complemented with vanilla and hints of warm crème brulee

                                      Red Wine

                                      • Meiomi Pinot Noir, Monterey County, CaliforniaUSD 13.00

                                        aromas of ripe berries, fresh cranberry, candy apple, and malted vanilla, beautifully layered, with a slight earthiness and sweet oak finish

                                        • J Black Pinot Noir, Sonoma County, CaliforniaUSD 10.00

                                          aromatic notes of black pepper, spice, cherry and black tea

                                          • Amalaya Malbec, Salta, ArgentinaUSD 9.00

                                            flavors of red fruit, spice and hints of vanilla, delicate, lingering finish

                                            • The Spanish Quarter Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo, Northeast, SpainUSD 9.00

                                              full and silky palate reveals layers of juicy ripe berry fruit, dark chocolate and a touch of sweet oak on the finish

                                              • Educated Guess Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CaliforniaUSD 15.00

                                                rich and ripe with flavors of juicy blackberry and cherry fruit, creamy milk chocolate, with a toasty, lingering, oak finish

                                                Bottled / Canned Beer

                                                • Bell's Two Hearted AleUSD 7.00

                                                  • BudweiserUSD 4.50

                                                    • Miller LiteUSD 4.50

                                                      • Corona LightUSD 5.00

                                                        • Guinness CansUSD 8.00

                                                          • Michelob UltraUSD 4.50

                                                            • O'DoulsUSD 4.00

                                                              • Lagunitas IPAUSD 6.00

                                                                • Urban Tree CiderUSD 8.00

                                                                  • Yuengling LagerUSD 5.00

                                                                    • High NoonUSD 6.00

                                                                      Draft Beer

                                                                      • Bud LightUSD 4.50

                                                                        • Blue Moon Belgian WhiteUSD 6.00

                                                                          • Stella ArtoisUSD 7.00

                                                                            • Sweetwater 420USD 6.00

                                                                              • Monday Night Seasonal DraftUSD 0.00

                                                                                • MKTUSD 0.00

                                                                              • TBK Local & Seasonal DraftsUSD 0.00

                                                                                • MKTUSD 0.00

                                                                              Beverages

                                                                              • CokeUSD 2.50

                                                                                • Diet CokeUSD 2.50

                                                                                  • Coke Zero SugarUSD 2.50

                                                                                    • SpriteUSD 2.50

                                                                                      • LemonadeUSD 2.50

                                                                                        • Ginger AleUSD 2.50

                                                                                          • Iced TeaUSD 2.50

                                                                                            • Fiji WaterUSD 3.00

                                                                                              • San Pellegrino Sparkling WaterUSD 4.95

                                                                                                • 750mlUSD 4.95

                                                                                              Happy Hour

                                                                                              Monday thru Friday 4 'til 6pm

                                                                                              • Half-Off Dz Oysters

                                                                                                • Bar Bites

                                                                                                  • Boat DrinksUSD 5.00

                                                                                                    • Bucket Specials

                                                                                                      Daily Specials

                                                                                                      • Every Monday Kids Eat Free

                                                                                                        One free kids meal for each adult entree purchase

                                                                                                        • Tuesday 1/2 off All Wine

                                                                                                          • Every Wednesday Lobster Egg Rolls

                                                                                                            only 20 orders and only here once a week!

                                                                                                            Last updated: 17 October 2024

                                                                                                            What 1,106 people are saying

                                                                                                            Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                            4.7
                                                                                                            4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                            • 4.6Food
                                                                                                            • 4.7Service
                                                                                                            • 4.3Ambience
                                                                                                            • 4.4Value

                                                                                                            Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                            Loved For

                                                                                                            • Atlanta

                                                                                                              Child-friendly

                                                                                                            • Atlanta

                                                                                                              Great for outdoor dining

                                                                                                            • Atlanta

                                                                                                              Seafood

                                                                                                            Review summary

                                                                                                            AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                            The Big Ketch Buckhead offers a delightful seafood experience with "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "best lobster roll" and "fresh oysters." The atmosphere is casual yet vibrant, with attentive staff enhancing your visit. Enjoy their diverse menu, including standout dishes like the Smokey Caesar salad and blackened Grouper fish tacos.

                                                                                                            1,106 Reviews

                                                                                                            1. Stan

                                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                              61 reviews

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              61 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                              We never have a bad meal at the Big Ketch. And the hush puppies alone make it a destination.
                                                                                                              The Big Ketch BuckheadResponded 5 days ago
                                                                                                              Hi Stan. Thank you for your many visits and this very nice review. We are happy to see you enjoy our hush puppies so much. We look forward to serving them to you again in the near future!

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                                                                                                            2. Zelda

                                                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                              Good food! Broccolini tasted a little burnt and hush puppies were cold but they made things right.
                                                                                                              The Big Ketch BuckheadResponded 5 days ago
                                                                                                              Zelda, we are happy to know you enjoyed our food. We regret that the broccolini and hush puppies did not meet your expectations but are glad we could address your concerns and make them right. We look forward to welcoming you back for what we're confident will be an outstanding dining experience in every way.

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                                                                                                            3. Jim

                                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                              46 reviews

                                                                                                              4.0

                                                                                                              46 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                              1. Overall 4
                                                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                              Service was really good. Very attentive. Food is also excellent with many options. Good value and fresh healthy food. Full bar if you want that. Ambiance is low key almost beachy vibe. Very casual.
                                                                                                              The Big Ketch BuckheadResponded 3 days ago
                                                                                                              Jim, thank you for joining us. We appreciate your compliments on the team's service, our ambiance, and of course, our food. It's great to know you enjoyed your meal, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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                                                                                                            4. Devon

                                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                              25 reviews

                                                                                                              3.0

                                                                                                              25 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on 30 November 2024

                                                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                                                              2. Food 2
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                              The $1.50 oysters were NOT worth the discounted price. They were tiny, pre-shucked, dried out and tasteless.
                                                                                                              The Big Ketch BuckheadResponded on 4 December 2024
                                                                                                              Devon, we are truly sorry if your oysters weren't ideal. That's very unusual to hear as we are known for serving the freshest oysters available. We will look into what happened and make sure it is not recurring. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and would love the opportunity to make it up to you. Next time you visit, please ask for a manager or me so we can ensure you have an excellent experience in every way. Thank you. Thomas Wilkinson, General Manager

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                                                                                                            5. Raj

                                                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                              38 reviews

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              38 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on 24 November 2024

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                              Restaurant was great, really friendly waiter and good service. went for my dad's birthday and the desserts were great. i also had the grouper sandwich was great, not fishy fresh and mild. thanks
                                                                                                              The Big Ketch BuckheadResponded on 30 November 2024
                                                                                                              Raj, thank you for joining us for your dad's birthday. We're pleased to hear things went so well. We appreciate your compliments on our food and service. We'd love to serve you again someday!

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                                                                                                            6. Brittany

                                                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              5 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on 21 November 2024

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                              Ryan was great! Very attentive and made some great suggestions! ❤️
                                                                                                              The Big Ketch BuckheadResponded on 27 November 2024
                                                                                                              We appreciate your nice comments about Ryan, Brittany. We are glad he provided attentive service during your visit and we'll be sure to share your compliments. Thank you. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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                                                                                                            7. Nia

                                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                              4 reviews

                                                                                                              3.0

                                                                                                              4 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                                              1. Overall 3
                                                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                              The oysters were yummy and the drinks were good. I didn’t love the trout but my friend got the salmon and loved it
                                                                                                              The Big Ketch BuckheadResponded on 18 November 2024
                                                                                                              Nia, thank you for your compliments on our oysters and drinks. We're glad your friend loved the salmon, but wish we had known. your trout wasn't ideal for you so we could have made you a new order. Hopefully, we'll have the chance to serve you again soon for a dining experience we're confident you will love. Please let us know when you make it back in!

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                                                                                                            8. Renato

                                                                                                              VIP

                                                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                              169 reviews

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              169 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on 13 November 2024

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                              This place surprised to the upside. The food was quite good and in particular the chargrilled oysters were outstanding!
                                                                                                              The Big Ketch BuckheadResponded on 18 November 2024
                                                                                                              Renato, we appreciate your visit and are delighted that you enjoyed our food--especially the oysters. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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                                                                                                            9. Bruce

                                                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                              22 reviews

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              22 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on 7 November 2024

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 5
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                              Best lobster roll I’ve ever had! Pricey but worth it. Great oysters, smoked Caesar salad, ahi tuna tacos! Server was great. Will absolutely return.
                                                                                                              The Big Ketch BuckheadResponded on 11 November 2024
                                                                                                              Bruce, we appreciate your kind words about our food--and especially the lobster roll. We're happy you enjoyed it so much. We take equal pride in delivering excellent service, and we are grateful for your recognition of our staff. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful experience. Thank you!

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                                                                                                            10. Ernest

                                                                                                              Atlanta Metro

                                                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                                                              5.0

                                                                                                              2 reviews

                                                                                                              Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                                                                              1. Overall 5
                                                                                                              2. Food 4
                                                                                                              3. Service 5
                                                                                                              4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                              I thought the Seafood Basket was a little skimpy! Small piece of fish and 2 shrimp with french fries and small container of cole slaw for $25.
                                                                                                              The Big Ketch BuckheadResponded on 11 November 2024
                                                                                                              Thank you for your visit and feedback on our portion size, Ernest. We normally hear our portion sizes are very generous, but we apologize if you felt otherwise. We'll be sure to keep our eye on that. Next time you're in, please ask your server which items are the most substantial, and we're confident you'll enjoy the portion just as much as the flavor.

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                                                                                                            FAQs

                                                                                                            The Big Ketch Buckhead offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 474-9508.

                                                                                                            The Big Ketch Buckhead is rated 4.7 stars by 1106 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                                            Make a booking

                                                                                                            2 people
                                                                                                            7:00 pm
                                                                                                            Booked 11 times today

                                                                                                            Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                            Google Map for The Big Ketch Buckhead

                                                                                                            3279 Roswell Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305

                                                                                                            Additional information

                                                                                                            • Cross Street
                                                                                                              E. Andrews Drive
                                                                                                            • Area
                                                                                                              Buckhead
                                                                                                            • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                              Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
                                                                                                            • Price
                                                                                                              $30 and under
                                                                                                            • Cuisines
                                                                                                              Seafood, American, Oyster Bar
                                                                                                            • Dining style
                                                                                                              Casual Dining
                                                                                                            • Dress code
                                                                                                              Casual Dress
                                                                                                            • Parking details
                                                                                                              The Big Ketch Buckhead has a public lot that is available for our patrons. Cars left in parking lot after 10PM must have validation or they will be booted. Validation is free - Just ask our staff for one!
                                                                                                            • Payment Options
                                                                                                              AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                            • Entertainment
                                                                                                              Live Music Nightly
                                                                                                            • Additional
                                                                                                              Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                            • Website
                                                                                                              http://www.thebigketch.com/
                                                                                                            • Phone number
                                                                                                              (404) 474-9508
                                                                                                            • Private party facilities
                                                                                                              Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, The Big Ketch Buckhead can accommodate all of your special event needs.
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