West Midtown’s Hottest Restaurants to Add To Your Bucket List
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published December 19, 2019 and last updated May 10, 2024.
Revitalized and revamped West Midtown is now home to some of the best restaurants in Atlanta, all within a few square miles. Make your way through this buzzing neighborhood with our West Midtown restaurant bucket list.
Antico
1093 Hemphill Ave NW | Atlanta, GA 30318
It’s not West Midtown without Antico. Their spicy diavola pizza won our 2018 “Champion Eats” contest, and this little pizza shop is a stop for every celebrity when they’re in town. One bite into their thin, perfectly blistered Neapolitan pie and you’ll be forever hooked.
Barcelona Wine Bar
1085 Howell Mill Rd | Atlanta, GA 30318
Barcelona and their perfect little tapas are always on TAPA our minds! Also located in Inman Park, Barcelona is the perfect spot for a date night or girl’s night. Order a pitcher of sangrias and some charcuterie to share before digging into what is sure to be a memorable meal.
3. Bastone
887 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Craving a dreamy night out? This West Midtown mozzarella bar is bringing you super fresh boards with all the meat and cheese you could want, handmade pasta, and wonderfully crafted cocktails. Sit out on the patio or enjoy the beautiful interior. Come hungry!
Culinary Dropout
1000 Marietta St NW | Atlanta, GA 30318
Cultivate Food & Coffee
1952 Howell Mill Rd NW Suite 200 | Atlanta, GA 30318
This brunch spot in West Midtown is serving up the coffee and breakfast sandwiches of your dreams. Their eggs benedict with sriracha candied bacon and fried hash browns is just *chefs kiss.* Get a matcha latte for a touch of sweetness as well!
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Drawbar at the Bellyard Hotel
1 Interlock Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Situated right in the heart of West Midtown, Drawbar is the perfect spot for everything from brunch to late night drinks. The terrace, with a pretty great city view might we add, is the perfect hang out spot year round. Not to mention they’ve just revamped their brunch menu with amazing picks like Nashville hot chicken and jalapeño corn bread waffles, shrimp and grits and stunning cocktails.
Eight Sushi
930 Howell Mill Rd NW | Atlanta, GA 30318
This chic spot in West Midtown is just perfect for date night! Menu highlights include their langoustine roll with baby lobster and tuna crisp with truffle aioli. Sit on the patio or inside this dimly lit gem. And after dinner, head to After Eight, a new cocktail bar right next door.
Forza Storico
This may very well be the best patio in all of metro Atlanta! For handmade pasta and an exceptional wine and cocktail list, check out Forza Storico. May it be summer time or the holiday season, this is always at the top of our list.
Food Terminal
1000 Marietta St NW UNIT 202 | Atlanta, GA 30318
This popular Buford Highway spot opened up a popular and spacious second location in West Midtown so you can get your ramen, BBQ pork, and mango lassi fix here as well. Their menu, true to Malaysian cuisine, has a smattering of pan-Asian offerings. We think you’ll love it all.
Gio’s
1099 Hemphill Ave NW | Atlanta, GA 30318
Right next to Antico, you’ll find chicken and pasta GREATNESS at Gio’s. With great portions and a lemony chicken that’s out-of-this-world, Gio’s is another corner of “Little Italy” and a big part of what makes West Midtown so delicious. Go for classics like chicken parm or put your tastebuds to the test with the spicy diavola.
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Humble Pie
1115 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Humble Pie Joined the West Midtown food scene in 2023, and boy are we glad they did! They’ve got an incredible menu full of specialty pizzas, tasty sharable items, desserts and cocktails. Check them out for lunch, dinner, or late at night!
Kinjo
1115 Howell Mill Rd NW STE P135 | Atlanta, GA 30318
While it’s evident we’re in Atlanta, Kinjo provides a taste of Asia to leave your tastebuds wanting more. Whether you’re coming for the ambiance or the delicious dining, eating here is a whole experience! Get some sushi and treat yourself.
Little Sparrow
1198 Howell Mill Rd #18 | Atlanta, GA 30318
Located in the Westside Provisions District, this French-themed restaurant is the place to be! The amazing ambiance and lighting make for a perfect dinner or late night-out spot for couples and small groups. Head upstairs to Bar Blanc for a post-dinner libation.
Marcel
1170 Howell Mill Rd | Atlanta, GA 30318
It’s the place to go if you’re feeling really fancy. Enjoy delectable escargots, caviar, and steak in every cut you can imagine. Finish your night with the truly impressive Baked Alaska!
The Optimist
914 Howell Mill Rd | Atlanta, GA 30318
In the mood for seafood? The Optimist by Chef Ford Fry has the dish for you. Try their lobster roll or their seafood gumbo that’s all the rage!
O-ku
1085 Howell Mill Rd NW A3 | Atlanta, GA 30318
An authentic taste of Asia with only the most premium sushi. The upstairs patio is perfect in the summer or springtime. Bonus: they’ve got a great happy hour with discounted rolls and small plates if you want just want to go after work and enjoy the ambiance.
Rock Steady
907 Marietta St NW | Atlanta, GA 30318
Grown and sexy date night or girl’s night vibes! Get Caribbean food and flavor with a twist here. Any version of their oxtails are irresistible, but their take with Fiore pasta is just genius!
Sublime Doughnuts
535 10th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Open 24 hours a day, you can always get yourself something sweet on the west side. Stop into Sublime for some of the best doughnuts in town. From the Fresh Strawberry N Cream to the Nestle Crunch, you’ll find exactly what you need for that sweet tooth here.
Superica
930 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318
You know it, you love it, and now you can enjoy it right in your backyard. This is the most recent Superica location to open and we are loving having options all over town to enjoy the goodness that comes out of Superica’s kitchen. Hang out for margs and queso on the patio or pop in for weekend brunch and get their famous hot cakes.
Taqueria Del Sol
1200-B, 1200-B Howell Mill Rd NW | Atlanta, GA 30318
What would we do without Taqueria Del Sol? This is the place to get your Mexican fix at a ballin’ on a budget price. Regulars swear by the shrimp corn chowder and fried chicken tacos, but you can’t go wrong with whatever daily special they cook up.
Wagaya
339 14th St NW | Atlanta, GA 30318
Savory rice bowls, great-priced sushi, and ramen plus two-roll deal you’ll swear by. This cozy little spot serves all the comfort Japanese food that always hits the spot.
West Egg
1100 Howell Mill Rd | Atlanta, GA 30318
The banana bread french toast at this West Midtown mainstay will knock your socks off! Choose from their many specialty coffees as well for something sweet. Pro tip: slide right in there as they open around 9am on the weekends to skip the wait.
New to West Midtown but already making a big splash on the culinary scene, Aziza brings modern Israeli fare to the West Midtown crowd. Have a taste of the Middle East with flavorful options like their braised lamb shank and octopus dish.
Healthy, tasty, and always fresh Upbeet is bringing customizable grain bowls to Atlanta when we need to eat clean. Bonus: they also have tasty toasts, smoothies, and açai bowls!
Savory rice bowls, great priced sushi, and a ramen plus two roll deal you’ll swear by. This cozy little spot serves all the comfort Japanese food that always hits the spot.
This chic spot in West Midtown is just perfect for date night! Menu highlights include their langoustine roll with baby lobster and tuna crisp with truffle aioli.
What would we do without Taqueria Del Sol? This is the place to get your Mexican fix at a ballin’ on a budget price. Regulars swear by the shrimp corn chowder and fried chicken tacos, but you can’t go wrong with whatever daily special they cook-up.
An elegant and romantic date night spot, Le Fat is serving up French/Vietnamese/Cantonese delicacies like banh mi toast and simmering clay pots to the West Midtown crowd. Also equally wonderful? Sitting at the bar and ordering any of their fabulous cocktails. Cheers to that!
This new brunch spot is a new addition to the West Midtown food scene and is already serving up truly delicious Southern delicacies. Their eggs benedict with sriracha candied bacon and fried hash browns is just *chefs kiss.* Get a matcha latte for a touch of sweet as well!
In the mood for seafood? The Optimist by Chef Ford Fry has the dish for you. Try their lobster roll or their seafood gumbo that’s all the rage!
“Pizza rules everything around me” is the mantra at this originally from Nashville, fast-casual spot that’s been featured on USA Today. Also not to be missed? Their made-from-scratch cinnamon rolls.
Featured on Diners and Drive-ins, this little dive is serving up some ridiculously tasty Asian street food combining all the flavors you love. Their Korean rotisserie chicken, is what they’re known for but everything on the menu is super tasty. Try the Kung Pao ramen, ramen noodles stir fried in a garlic sauce if you’re in the mood for noods or the Pijiu Super Nachos with fried wonton skins and Korean bulgogi for the ultimate cheat meal. You’re going to love it!
An authentic taste of Asia with only the most premium sushi. The upstairs patio is perfect in the summer or spring time. Bonus: they’ve got a great happy hour too on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5-7pm with half-off rolls!
Barcelona and their perfect little tapas are always on TAPA our minds! Also located in Inman Park, Barcelona is the perfect spot for a date night or girl’s night. Order a pitcher of sangrias and some charcuterie and cheese to share before digging into what will sure to be a memorable meal.
It’s not West Midtown without Antico. Their spicy diavola pizza won our 2018 “Champion Eats” contest, and this little pizza shop is a stop for every celebrity when they’re in town. One bite into their thin, perfectly blistered Neapolitan pie and you’ll be forever hooked.
Right next to Antico, you’ll find chicken and pasta GREATNESS at Gio’s. With great portions and a lemon-y chicken that’s out-of-this-world, Gio’s is another corner of “Little Italy” and a big part of what makes West Midtown so delicious. Go for classics like chicken parm or put your tastebuds to the test with the spicy diavola.
The banana bread french toast at this West Midtown mainstay will knock your socks off! Choose from their many specialty coffees as well for something sweet. Pro tip: slide right in there as they open around 9am on the weekends to skip the wait.
Another one of Chef Ford Fry’s joints, JCT is serving up the southern favorites you love and crave. You’ll be delighted by their fried chicken special, truffle fries, and all the creative cocktails that they cook up. JCT boasts the best patio in all of West Midtown, with live music most nights and a beautiful view of the train tracks and iconic West Midtown bridge. Now open for brunch!
The place to go if you’re feeling really fancy. Enjoy delectable escargots, caviar, and steak in every cut you can dream of. Finish your night with the truly impressive baked alaska!
