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South City Kitchen Midtown, Atlanta, GA

South City Kitchen Midtown

4.7
4.7
7000 Reviews
$31 to $50
Southern

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 62 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
South City Kitchen Midtown serves Southern classics with a sophisticated spin from an iconic bungalow in the heart of Midtown Atlanta. Since opening more than two decades ago and changing the landscape of Southern cuisine and the Atlanta restaurant scene, we’ve been serving signature dishes like fried chicken and shrimp & grits alongside innovative, inspired regional cuisine.

Our nationally-recognized food and wine list and service come together seamlessly for weekday lunch, weekend brunch, nightly dinner and group dining events.

Whether you’re in Atlanta on business, enjoying a romantic night out on the town or meeting up with friends before a show, dine with us and enjoy the best contemporary southern food in Atlanta.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Southern, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (404) 873-7358
  • Website
    https://www.southcitykitchen.com/midtown-hours-and-location/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    John Spotkill
  • Catering
    South City Kitchen Midtown is owned by Fifth Group Restaurants, which also owns Bold Catering & Design. For more information on catering, please visit bold-events.com.
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrating over 20 years as one of Atlanta's favorite restaurants, South City Kitchen Midtown specializes in contemporary Southern cuisine with a sophisticated twist.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Dining Coordinator: (678) 302-3248
  • Location
    1144 Crescent Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30309
  • Area
    Midtown
  • Cross Street
    14th Street
  • Parking details
    Immediately adjacent to South City Kitchen is a new 900 space parking deck. There are several other street lots within 1 block of the restaurant as well as street parking.
  • Public transit
    MARTA Arts Center or Midtown stations.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Valentine's Day 2025

    USD 85.00 per person

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Please join us for your Valentine's Day celebration at South City Kitchen in Midtown. We will be serving a 3 course pre-fixe menu for $85 per person.
    Valentine's Day 2025 photo

Menu

First Flavors

  • PIMENTO CHEESEUSD 10.00

    our b&b pickles, celery, benne seed crackers

    • FRIED GREEN TOMATOESUSD 13.00

      goat cheese, red pepper coulis

      • SPICED CAULIFLOWERUSD 15.00

        bbq'd peanuts, green tomato chow chow

        • PEI MUSSELS*USD 16.00

          andouille sausage, white wine-fennel broth, tomato, baguette

          • SCK CRABCAKE*USD 23.00

            watercress, pickled vegetables, harissa crema

            • PAN FRIED CHICKEN LIVERS*USD 12.00

              city ham, caramelized onion jus, creamed corn

              • NOLA "BBQ" SHRIMP*USD 16.00

                house garlic worcestershire butter, lemon, grilled bread

                • SORGHUM GLAZED PORK BELLYUSD 17.00

                  pickled okra, shallot, frisée, carrot, jalapeno

                  • SALMON TARTAREUSD 16.00

                    pickled shallot, banana peppers, celery aioli, capers, almonds, chili, baguette crisp

                    • CORNMEAL SPOONBREADUSD 20.00

                      smoked brisket, caramelized onion, poblano, white bbq sauce

                      Soup & Salads

                      Add grilled or fried chicken $8 / sautéed or fried shrimp for $12 / grilled salmon for $13

                      • SHE-CRAB SOUPUSD 7.00

                        cream, sherry

                        • cupUSD 7.00
                        • bowlUSD 10.00

                      • SOUTHERN CAESARUSD 12.00

                        romaine hearts, crispy okra & grit croutons, grana padano

                        • GREEN SALADUSD 12.00

                          local grown muir and butter lettuces, young kale, benne seed vinaigrette, pecorino romano

                          • APPLE SALADUSD 15.00

                            fennel, local lettuces, pecan, goat cheese, apple fennel vinaigrette

                            Southern Inspirations

                            • SPRINGER MOUNTAIN FARMS FRIED CHICKEN*USD 25.00

                              garlic collards, mashed yukon gold potatoes, honey-thyme jus

                              • SHRIMP & MARSH HEN MILL GRITSUSD 25.00

                                our tasso ham, smoked tomato-poblano gravy

                                • CAROLINA TROUT*USD 32.00

                                  sweet potato, turnip greens, chermoula

                                  • MARKET FISH*USD 0.00

                                    baby bok choy, mushroom, pumpkin soubise, pesto, pepita

                                    • MPUSD 0.00

                                  • SMOKY GRILLED PORK CHOP*USD 33.00

                                    brussels, butternut squash, apple mostarda

                                    • DUCK CONFIT*USD 36.00

                                      black-eyed pea hoppin' john, duck andouille, carolina gold rice

                                      • SMOKED BEEF CHEEKUSD 34.00

                                        rapini, celery root puree, mushroom jus

                                        • SOUTHERN RIVER FARMS NY STRIP*USD 56.00

                                          confit fingerlings, green beans, tarragon aioli

                                          • LOCAL VEGETABLESUSD 19.00

                                            carolina gold rice cake, molasses curry

                                            Sides

                                            all sides $7

                                            • GARLIC COLLARD GREENS

                                              • BRUSSELS

                                                butternut

                                                • BLACK-EYED HOPPIN JOHN

                                                  • SWEET POTATO

                                                    turnip greens

                                                    • MASHED YUKON GOLD

                                                      • MARSH HEN MILL GRITS

                                                        Dessert

                                                        • Peach Hand PieUSD 10.00

                                                          peach hand pie, sweet butter crust, roasted peaches, hibiscus coulis, ricotta gelato, oat crisp

                                                          • Chocolate Bundt CakeUSD 10.00

                                                            dark chocolate ganache, pretzel crunch, salted caramel

                                                            • Banana PuddingUSD 10.00

                                                              banana pudding, banana jam, vanilla wafer, caramel, chantilly

                                                              • Gelato or SorbetUSD 7.00

                                                                Last updated: 26 October 2024

                                                                What 7,000 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
                                                                • 4.7Food
                                                                • 4.7Service
                                                                • 4.5Ambience
                                                                • 4.5Value

                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                Loved For

                                                                • Atlanta Metro

                                                                  Southern

                                                                Review summary

                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                South City Kitchen Midtown offers a delightful Southern dining experience with standout dishes like "shrimp and grits" and "fried green tomatoes." Guests rave about the "exceptional service," though the noise level can be high. A charming atmosphere and "delicious" menu make it a must-visit in Atlanta.

                                                                7,000 Reviews

                                                                1. Cindy

                                                                  Atlanta Metro

                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Best fried green tomatoes EVER. Great service. Timely seating with reservation.

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                                                                2. Troye

                                                                  Atlanta Metro

                                                                  31 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  31 reviews

                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Autumn was absolutely amazing. She was busy and it was New Years Day, but that didn't stop her. She was kind, patient and extremely pleasant.

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                                                                3. Erica

                                                                  Atlanta Metro

                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Bri and Cassie were fabulous servers! Wonderful experience

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                                                                4. Chuck

                                                                  Dallas

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Always a favorite. Consistently amazing food. We have been going for years. You have to try it if you haven’t been here!

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                                                                5. Katherine

                                                                  Los Angeles

                                                                  5 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  5 reviews

                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Great experience and value for NYE prix fixe dinner. This restaurant is always competent on all fronts. Highly recommend!!

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                                                                6. Kelley

                                                                  Atlanta Metro

                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  delicious food as always! ron was our server and he was great.

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                                                                7. Daniel

                                                                  VIP

                                                                  Atlanta Metro

                                                                  34 reviews

                                                                  4.0

                                                                  34 reviews

                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                  A few of us met up at South City Kitchen to eat before an event. The place was crowded and loud - both downstairs and upstairs. Our server was fantastic, constantly checking in and got us our food quickly. The drinks too a while, but apparently there was a backup at the bar. The food was a mixed bag - some was really good (fried green tomatoes) and others were just meh (spoonbread, pork belly.) My Country Thyme Lemonade (alcoholic beverage) didn't have much flavor and felt like a light pour.

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                                                                8. Steve

                                                                  Denver

                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  4 reviews

                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                  High quality southern cuisine with great service. A definite recommend!

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                                                                9. Jennifer

                                                                  VIP

                                                                  North Georgia

                                                                  17 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  17 reviews

                                                                  Dined on 28 December 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  South City Kitchen is consistently delicious. Always good flavors, always good service. The vibe is so positive.

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                                                                10. John

                                                                  Las Vegas

                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                  Dined on 28 December 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  An excellent dining experience and the staff was superb. They are committed to quality. We visited for brunch and had the chicken and waffles which exceeded expectations. The vegetables and rice and the king biscuit rounded out our experience and were delicious. Highly recommend.

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                                                                FAQs

                                                                South City Kitchen Midtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 873-7358.

                                                                South City Kitchen Midtown is rated 4.7 stars by 7000 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 62 times today
                                                                Experiences are available.

                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                Google Map for South City Kitchen Midtown

                                                                1144 Crescent Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30309

                                                                Additional information

                                                                • Cross Street
                                                                  14th Street
                                                                • Area
                                                                  Midtown
                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                  Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                • Price
                                                                  $31 to $50
                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                  Southern, American
                                                                • Dining style
                                                                  Casual Elegant
                                                                • Dress code
                                                                  Business Casual
                                                                • Parking details
                                                                  Immediately adjacent to South City Kitchen is a new 900 space parking deck. There are several other street lots within 1 block of the restaurant as well as street parking.
                                                                • Public transit
                                                                  MARTA Arts Center or Midtown stations.
                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                  AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                • Executive Chef
                                                                  John Spotkill
                                                                • Additional
                                                                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                • Website
                                                                  https://www.southcitykitchen.com/midtown-hours-and-location/
                                                                • Phone number
                                                                  (404) 873-7358
                                                                • Catering
                                                                  South City Kitchen Midtown is owned by Fifth Group Restaurants, which also owns Bold Catering & Design. For more information on catering, please visit bold-events.com.
                                                                • Private party facilities
                                                                  Celebrating over 20 years as one of Atlanta's favorite restaurants, South City Kitchen Midtown specializes in contemporary Southern cuisine with a sophisticated twist.
                                                                • Private party contact
                                                                  Our Private Dining Coordinator: (678) 302-3248

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