The Resy Hit List: Where In Atlanta You’ll Want to Eat in Nov. 2025

Miller Union’s Steven Satterfield and Neal McCarthy have another hit on their hands with the new wine bar and restaurant they opened with Dive Wine’s Tim Willard. Folks have been fast to smash the Notify button since its opening, and the jury’s split between whether the small plates or the big glasses should take top billing. Shareable dishes range from light to less light; a poulet rouge and creamy potato gnocchi are as big as plates get. McCarthy and Willard are both esteemed sommeliers, and thankfully, their excitement to share their knowledge means a choice of roughly two dozen wines by the glass. Once you grab a seat, just follow our Dish by Dish recs and let that be your guide.

A choice of three spacious patios makes this a stellar pick for summer dining, cicadas whirring in the not-too-distant trees. The pavilion and the garden are popular, especially during lazy evenings where you’re able to score free street parking nearby — you’ll want to take your time savoring the pastas and breads so painstakingly made by hand, and the craft cocktails too. The wine list leans to naturalish selections. Pair a bottle with bright summer flavors like tomato jam with burrata or sun-dried tomato pesto on rigatoni with rapini and fennel, or go trad with a twist via panko-crusted thigh chicken Parm. 

Intimate and compact with its low ceilings and red-splashed patio, the metal stools at the bar and unfussy wooden chairs of chef-owner Bruce Logue’s Italian-ish restaurant are consistently among the most coveted seats in the city. Here, pasta is regularly reimagined, shaped or extruded with painstaking detail and accompanied by inventive ingredients that are distinctly American. For instance, chicken Parm is Southern fried and served with creamy collard greens, a 20-yolk tagliatelle comes with mushrooms and Tuscan kale kimchi, and arancini comes filled with smoked brisket and green tomato marmellata. Cocktails keep the fun going, with names that encourage LOL moments, such as from Becky with the Good Pear (Slosha Fierce), which asks only, “When was the last time you were a little tipsy?”

A local favorite not just for their frequent, cheeky Resy Experiences and namesake mascot (may Fernando run free over the rainbow bridge), this three-time Bib Gourmand winner has proven that Atlanta has a taste for sass and no need for frills. Chef-owner Jarrett Steiber’s revolving menu taps into Jewish, Chinese, hyperlocal Southern (95% of ingredients are from nearby) influences, and quite honestly, whatever he feels tells his story that season. Right now, it includes things like butternut squash congee with squash seed dukkah, and crispy trout with mala persimmon “and friends,” in his words. But the pro-tip is to go Dealer’s Choice for the “just f* me up, fam” four-course prix fixe, which is a surprise every time, or the XL Meat Du Jour, which is also TBD when you order it.

One can imagine this dark, moody space influenced by the volcanic nature of the wines Terry and Jenn Koval (of The Deer and the Dove) have chosen to highlight, along with 40 varieties of beautifully bitter amari curated by Matt Watkins. The seas are calling on the menu, with dry-aged seafood, local options that include Brunswick shrimp and Sapelo Island clams, and unique dishes like urchin chips, cured bluefin bresaola, shrimp and salmon sausage “burger,” and snapper collars, the likes of which Atlanta hasn’t seen before. Between drinks and bites, it’s a big menu in tiny font, but a reservation-only chef’s tasting menu offers a life raft from decision-making. That said, the space has fewer than 40 seats, so make your Resys early.

The most ambitious restaurant yet by Niki Pattharakositkul of the 26 Thai restaurant group, this alluring newcomer is breathing new buzz into West Midtown as word’s quickly spread. It’s immediately awe-inspiring with bold and beautiful artwork and textures, street and night market touches, and an open central dining space that’s subtly but unmistakably sectioned off from the on-display kitchen and oversized bar. But all of that is just backdrop for a menu that challenges what Atlantans should expect from Thai cuisine. Homey slow-braised vegetable stew, housemade Thai sausage with green chile dip, yellow crab curry noodles, and a five-hour sous vide duck breast make dinner an adventure. Find more ideas on what to order right here.

Acclaimed celebrity chef Kevin Gillespie is more often found at Hit List favorite Nàdair these days than his original game-changer, but that matters little. With its legs firmly under it, Gunshow continues to be recognized as one of the most critically acclaimed, dynamic restaurants in Atlanta. Innovation is the key premise, thanks to a unique format where chefs from the open kitchen personally hawk their latest creations to diners at their tables. Pushed to adapt their dishes hyper–seasonally and with an emphasis on local ingredients, the menu is unpredictable in style and content. One week may feature pho with Bear Creek beef; the next might highlight crab from Alabama with bacon from Tennessee and rice from the Carolinas; maybe even both.

In a city that so well represents the distinct diversity of Asian cuisine, the gap created by the closure of the Doraville location of Michelin-recognized Snackboxe Bistro was deeply felt. Fortunately, with chef-owner Thip Athakhanh’s latest ITP venture, Atlantans can once more experience Laotian cuisine without trekking to the Duluth original … and this time, we’re getting added bonuses of dishes from neighboring Thailand and Cambodia. French colonial and contemporary residential touches have updated the space that used to be Wild Ginger, and a new wooden outdoor patio expands the dining space. Look forward to a full bar to come, and in the meantime, try Khmer dishes like Cambodian curry, kathiew soup, and sour pork salaw machu kroeung to get familiar with this underrepresented cuisine. 

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The name may be new on Resy, but the star power behind it certainly isn’t. The new occupant in the space that formerly housed Leonard Yu’s lauded Omakase Table before its move to Buckhead is sister to both that concept and Hit List frequent flyer Ryokou (read about it here). NEKO is a more casual, more accessible introduction to those high-end stalwarts, starting at half the cost of its predecessor. For that alone, it’s no surprise that Notify is a hot button to push for a seat here. Expect around 13 courses that range from otsumami (small plates) to nigiri to hand rolls and celebrity guest appearances (aka tasty teasers) from his other omakase restaurants’ menus.

You may have seen pictures of this newcomer’s big tiger mural by now, and surely you’ve heard the buzz about this Thai concept by a trio of first-time restaurateurs. As we mentioned recently, the dining room was meant to highlight historic features of the building, but its furnishings and color scheme are jungle made elegant with wickers, woods, and dark trim. The indoor space is brightened up by a convivial spirit — an intentional result of interesting drinks, bar bites, and family-style plates all meant to be shared. The menu is personal, with flavors the owners have enjoyed out with friends in Thailand and Atlanta. For instance, chile jam clams are served with local grilled sourdough and lemongrass wings come with bourbon peach sriracha.

The aroma of open-flame grilling rises all the way from the kitchen to the mezzanine dining area and high, floral-festooned rafters of this Persian favorite. Expect bold, meaty flavors enhanced by marinades and spices, like saffron on thick skin-on salmon fillets, chicken made golden with citrus, and juicy hunks of lamb that’s rich yet not gamey. Order family-style and as many different types of the fabulous rices as possible. The orange, barberry, pistachio, and almond shirin polo is superb; the selection goes on to include sour cherry, green beans and beef, fava beans with dill, and more. But before you get there, start with a refreshing Tipsy Sabzi with lime, cucumber, and herbs, or Hafez’s Last Word, a tropical red wine float.

Beloved for its sophisticated French vibes, this serene haven by founder and executive chef Forough Vakili continues to quietly excel. Everything remains made from scratch with seasonal, organic ingredients. During the day, order your coffee or tea sweetened with housemade syrups like salted honey or matcha, followed by duck confit kimchi fried rice or a bone broth power bowl with oats and greens from the counter or at a table. At night, it’s full-service only and the Continental influence is more pronounced, with traditional dishes such as caviar with housemade chips, tarte flambee, ratatouille, and grilled snapper with olive tapenade. Wine is a focal point in the evening; check Resy Events for the monthly Uncorked self-paced wine and paired canape experience — a steal at just $45 a person.

This low-key neighborhood wine bar hits all the right notes. To drink: a selection by the glass that spans from Sicily to Austria to Australia, in addition to all of the usual suspects. To pair: a menu both global and eclectic. There’s charcuterie of course, but also braised duck rangoons, salmon with edamame risotto and coconut chile broth, bebere-roasted chicken, and housemade fettuccine Bolognese. Sound dampening on the high ceilings indoors is a thoughtful touch for intimate conversation, but a large flagstone patio and communal high-top tables at the bar make gathering organic. Pro tip: outdoor seating is first come, first served, making a Resy the only way to ensure a table.

Leaving or arriving to Atlanta on a good note cannot be undervalued, which is why we’re real happy Whisk has entered the chat. It’s a cheery send-off or welcome, bright with natural woods, whites, and lots of greenery amid the sage. Menu choices run from classic omelets and pancakes in flavors like Campfire Stack or pineapple with vanilla rum caramel to wings and oxtails, both smoked, and fried green tomatoes. Big brunch boards are an open invitation to linger, as is the encouragement to plug into the co-working space by the full-service coffee and pastry bar. Or just migrate over there to zone out after ambitiously downing a whole fried snapper or a French toast burger with candied bacon and maple aioli.

The concept of gourmet shop-and-dine isn’t new to Atlanta; several beloved spots here such as Cuddlefish and Bacchanalia’s casual half Star Provisions provide an opportunity to grab something unique or delicious on your way out. But what makes this newcomer different is its evening vibe shift, as executive chef Adrian Gutierrez brings the focus to the show-stopping raw bar (a highlight of our recent Rundown) and a tight list of Southern-inspired selections, like a fried chicken plate with hot honey, and shrimp and grits with tomatillo butter and chorizo. An elegant cocktail menu complements with drinks that reflect this location — like a spritzy guava and rosé Beltline Bliss and ATLychee martini — or the Miami original, like the signature Miami margarita.

Chef Brian Lewis became legendary for his burger, but here, it’s wood-fired pizza that sits at the top of the food chain. Just look at any of the pushed-together tables of the always-full pocket-sized dining room — a space actually smaller than the generous bar optimized for casual counter dining — as you chat your way through wines by the glass. Peek over to see Neapolitan-style rounds topped with combos like wilted kale and housemade sausage, wild local mushrooms with bechamel, or seafood with vodka sauce. Small plates are savory and flame-kissed more often than not, and a tight menu of entrees include a couple of housemade pastas and representatives of land, air, and sea. Pro tip: Even in cooler weather, the larger covered patio tables are still solid, with heat lamps aplenty.