10 Atlanta Restaurants With Excellent Group Dining Options

This North Avenue eatery has been serving quality Jamaican cuisine to family and friend groups since 2018. The large, multi-level dining room and shaded patio allow for parties to gather en masse to enjoy island flavors with a pinch of Southern hospitality. From roti to red snapper, they’ve got something that will satisfy everyone.

How this restaurant continues to be one of Atlanta’s best kept secrets is beyond us. You’d think that amazing cooking, complemented by even more amazing hospitality, would be shouted from the rooftops. But perhaps the residents of Brookhaven and Alpharetta don’t want us all descending on their secret slice of heaven. It’s farm-to-table dining done consistently right; the southern fried chicken never misses and the carrot cake is a hit for diners of all ages.

From the people that brought you Ms. Icey’s Kitchen near the campus of Emory University comes Apt 4B, Buckhead’s cool-kid hideaway that features a unique mix of Southern comfort food with a Caribbean twist. Crowds gather on the weekend to indulge in cocktails, small bites, and the swanky lounge vibes featuring some of the city’s best DJs. But the large dinner portions of glazed short ribs and the whole red snapper keep the dining area full with birthday parties and sorority gatherings.

Amongst all the new concepts and “coming soon” signs in Colony Square, 5Church has essentially become the area’s OG. For over seven years, the Charlotte import has been slinging all-day Southern American fare to Midtown’s workers and residents alike. And they accommodate family reunions with the same ease and flair that they handle intimate first dates. Pro tip: There’s a private dining room and bar upstairs for company meetings and birthday dinners that desire a bit of exclusivity. 

Big menu, big portions, big cocktails, big tables — without the big ticket. Louisiana Bistreaux brings Bayou flavor to Atlanta, complete with beignets and zydeco bands. New Orleans standards like jambalaya and crawfish étouffée will have everyone second-lining back to the office full and happy. And in the evenings and on the weekends, birthdays fill the dining room like the French Quarter.

This Mexican mainstay in the shadows of the Mercedes-Benz Stadium is perfect for any type of get-together. Costillas for the corporate outing upstairs? Done. Monday Night Football over fajitas in the main dining room with the guys? Why not. Palomas on the patio to celebrate that big promotion at work? Bring it on. No need to cut the invite list.

G. Garvin’s Midtown steakhouse offers the perfect variety of turf, surf, and sides to satisfy any group of indecisive diners. We recommend calling ahead so they can prepare, but once you’re in the door, their knowledgeable staff is ready to serve.

While the Buckhead Bettys and the Midtown movers and shakers may flock to Tuk Tuk for its remarkable third floor patio view of the city, many families and groups wander in daily for quality and pocket-friendly Thai in the main terrace.

When discussing the best eats on the Beltline, TWO Urban Licks should always be a part of the conversation. Their humongous dining area offers plenty of flexibility when looking to seat parties. They also have a sprawling patio that offers an amazing view of the city and the glorious walking trail.