| As the world economy slows down, we may want to tighten our belts, but we still need to fill our stomachs. Splurging at top-rated restaurants is fun for special events, but where can you go for a good quality meal that won't break the bank? Gather the change out of your piggy bank and sofa cushions and take it to one of our selections for the best cheap eats in Atlanta. |
Alpharetta Crossing Shopping Center
11760 Haynes Bridge Rd.
Alpharetta,
GA 30004
770-442-3102 |
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Re-creating the atmosphere of Alpha Soda's original early twentieth-century family-dining establishment brings comfort to the 'burbs. More... |
1328 Windsor Pkwy. NE
Atlanta,
GA 30319
404-303-1968 |
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As this tiny neighborhood bistro proves, authentic French cooking need be neither intimidating nor cost a fortune. More... |
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710 Peachtree St. NE
Atlanta,
GA 30308
404-879-9962 |
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Baraonda, expanded into its adjacent sibling’s space, gets high marks for its pizzas. More... |
4006 LaVista Rd.
Tucker,
GA 30084
770-491-1570 |
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Blue Ribbon Grill is the kind of establishment every neighborhood needs: a corner beer joint serving good food. More... |
294 N. Cherokee Rd.
Social Circle,
GA 30025
770-464-2131 |
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Pure, authentic Southern comfort fare and plenty of it---that's the Blue Willow. More... |
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125 E. Court Sq.
Decatur,
GA 30030
404-687-0990 |
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A true pub, Old Brick has its iconic and warming brick walls and no TVs, but plenty of good food, great suds, and conversation. More... |
4322 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Clarkston,
GA 30021
770-938-1080 |
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Freshly prepared comfort food and a good meal deal keep this neighborhood pub on the charts. More... |
1879 Cheshire Bridge Rd. NE
Atlanta,
GA 30324
404-874-5642 |
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Grandma’s kitchen is the inspiration for this heart-warming, soul-comforting Southern fare. More... |
East Decatur Square
627 E. College Ave., Ste. D
Decatur,
GA 30030
404-377-0603 |
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Refined comfort food and sandwiches are made with fresh ingredients and offered with good beers and wines. More... |
Skye Hill Shopping Center
3300 Clairmont Rd. NE, Ste. A
Atlanta,
GA 30329
404-728-1188 |
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Korean-born Donnie Kim knows his way around the South’s classic dishes. More... |
Emory Commons
2125 N. Decatur Rd.
Decatur,
GA 30033
404-634-6294
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Established in the 40s and unchanged since, Evans Fine Foods specializes in Southern fare. More... |
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The Prado
5590 Roswell Rd., Ste 140
Atlanta,
GA 30342
404-252-4022 |
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Bringing health-consciousness to fast food, Evos contributes style and taste to this genre of American dining. More... |
410B W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Decatur,
GA 30030
404-378-5077 |
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Serious about burgers and healthy fare, the Farm Burger folks raise their own grass-fed beef. More... |
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1587 Howell Mill Rd. NW
Atlanta,
GA 30318
404-352-3547 |
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New twists bring excitement to an old favorite --- the classic American burger --- at FLIP. More... |
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1238 DeKalb Ave. NE
Atlanta,
GA 30307
404-577-4030 |
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Smoking all barbecue on site, Fox Bros. also makes notable side dishes. More... |
1188 Collinsworth Rd.
Palmetto,
GA 30268
770-463-5678 |
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This casual restaurant proves that good food draws patrons to unexpected places. More... |
1655 Pleasant Hill Rd.
Duluth,
GA 30096
770-806-9880 |
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Hungry at 3 a.m.? Suburban midnight munchies are nicely satisfied at this 24-hour spot. More... |
1341 Collier Rd. NW
Atlanta,
GA 30318
404-252-8881 |
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Korean flavors meet Mexican concepts to create a new-world taste sensation. More... |
King's Market Shopping Center
1425 Market Blvd., Ste. 1330
Roswell,
GA 30076
770-645-0118 |
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A largely authentic bill of Irish fare plus plenty of draft pints make The Harp a classic. More... |
968 Memorial Dr. SE
Atlanta,
GA 30316
404-222-0455 |
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See what Southern classics in their basic form can taste like---pure and not “upscaled.” More... |
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1788 Clairmont Rd.
Decatur,
GA 30033
678-973-0606
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Offering freshly made fast food, Kitsch'n 155 is a winner on many fronts. More... |
3652 Roswell Rd. NW
Atlanta,
GA 30305
404-816-9090 |
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Greek, Italian and American specials define the menu at this contemporary, sleekly designed twenty-first-century diner. More... |
306 Cobb Pkwy. N.
Marietta,
GA 30062
770-423-9390 |
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You might make this a regular habit, even if 3 a.m. isn't your regular dinner time. Friends like to get one main dish to share, as the portions are huge. Check out the daily specials. More... |
224 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE
Atlanta,
GA 30308
404-876-1800 |
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Authentic Southern fare with no pretense made with fresh ingredients and a whole lot of lovin' care. More... |
Oak Grove Center
2751 LaVista Rd.
Decatur,
GA 30033
404-633-8833 |
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Finely seasoned, home-style Lebanese food. More... |
Mall Corner Shopping Center
2131 Pleasant Hill Rd., Ste 134
Duluth,
GA 30096
770-623-9996 |
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Ming’s brings a special focus to Chinese restaurants, featuring not only barbecue but also Peking duck and other specialties. More... |
227 Fite St.
Cartersville,
GA 30120
770-387-0059
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Moore’s showcases freshly prepared Southern classics for dining in or taking home. More... |
205 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.
Decatur,
GA 30030
404-378-8622 |
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With three widely scattered locations, this noodle-and-rice house serves up Asian fare with style. More... |
Northeast Plaza
3375 Buford Hwy., Ste. 1060
Atlanta,
GA 30329
404-633-6655
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Atlanta's ethnic restaurant scene boasts this Bangladeshi restaurant. More... |
Sugarloaf Shoppers
6390 Sugarloaf Pkwy.
Duluth,
GA 30097
678-805-8497
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A tour-de-force showcasing Afghan food drives myriad customers to this Duluth restaurant. More... |
3701 Lawrenceville Hwy.
Tucker,
GA 30084
770-414-6999 |
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Guests may dress as they wish and still dine on notable food at this neighborhood establishment. More... |
2884B N. Druid Hills Rd. NE
Atlanta,
GA 30329
404-315-6262 |
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Thin-crust pizzas and other comfort food dishes construct this casual menu. More... |
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200 14th St. NW
Atlanta,
GA 30318
404-874-1388 |
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Classic Southern food prepared from scratch makes simple home cooking a cut above. More... |
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Vista Grove Plaza
2860 Lavista Rd.
Decatur,
GA 30033
404-248-9700 |
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In the Oak Grove area, Sprig Restaurant & Bar aims to be the "go to" dining spot. More... |
537 W. Howard Ave.
Decatur,
GA 30030
404-370-1717 |
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Bar fare, salads and sandwiches constitute the stock in trade of this lively neighborhood pub. More... |
Terrell Mill Junction
1475 Terrell Mill Rd. SE, Ste. 105
Marietta,
GA 30067
770-955-3740 |
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Good prices and generous portions define Vatica, which means "hut." More... |
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2948 Clairmont Rd. NE
Atlanta,
GA 30329
404-633-3363 |
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Basic, home-style French fare, such as coq au vin, comes in substantial portions and with modest price tags. More... |
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White Provision Complex
1100 Howell Mill Rd. NW
Atlanta,
GA 30318
404-872-3973 |
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Westsiders happily follow this quirky café to its second location, and for more than the good cupcakes. More... |
Peachtree Plaza
3172 Peachtree Rd. NW
Atlanta,
GA 30305
404-237-7601 |
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When Buckhead tires of fancy fare in uptown circumstances, it gets its feet back on the ground at this Greek-owned neighborhood spot. More... |
1071 Piedmont Ave. NE
Atlanta,
GA 30309
404-249-9054 |
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Looking for freshly prepared food at a bargain price for a quick meal or snack? Willy's is the place. More... |
1677 Scott Blvd.
Decatur,
GA 30033
404-728-4444 |
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Exotic flavors, low prices and good vegetarian as well as non-veg Indian fare draw crowds to Zyka. More... |
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