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South City Kitchen

Southern Food Restaurant, American Restaurant, and New American Restaurant$$$$

Midtown, Atlanta

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South City Kitchen

9.1^/10

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Ranked #1 for fried chicken in Atlanta
The experts at AJC and Creative Loafing Atlanta recommend this place
"Try the shrimp and grits; the she crab bowl was good as well 😁"(16 Tips)
"Fried Green tomatoes were awesome as well as the shrimp n grits!"(31 Tips)
"... and, of course, the buttermilk fried chicken!"(10 Tips)
"Excellent friend chicken and waffles and try the chicken livers."(17 Tips)

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Mike the ElderMay 12, 2017
Excellent fried chicken. Green tomatoes with goat cheese were ok. Fantastic brisket sandwich. Chicken & waffles only available for brunch. Friendly staff and a interesting wine menu.
Barry BloomMay 22, 2017
A great find in Atlanta's midtown neighborhood. Pictured is their signature BBQ Shrimp appetizer. Deelish. I had fried chicken breast with mashed potatoes and collard greens. Fried green tomatoes.
OliviaAugust 5, 2018
Flavorful fare! Pretty much everything we had was amazing! Chicken is a must. So is a peach salad. And oysters! And Rose! And banana cream brûlée. And....
Kyle UnderwoodMarch 26, 2016
By far the best chicken and waffles in the city. The chicken is perfectly fried and seasoned and the waffle is heavenly. They can both stand on their own, but together...pure food magic.
Grahame BussJuly 2, 2019
I love this place. Shrimp and grits, fried green tomatoes, beer - heaven. Sit at the bar. Very friendly. Now my days of visiting Atlanta are over. But, I shan't forget it. Don't miss it
Dan FetznerJune 28, 2016
Food was good and they did a great job of accommodating our large group, all of whom had bags (we were on our way to the airport) which they stored for us. Great experience all around.
Staff PicksFebruary 25, 2016
The trending taste this week is the classic Southern favorite, fried green tomatoes. What better way to experience this taste than with some goat cheese at one of your favorites, South City Kitchen.
Ronald Clayton SmallJanuary 18, 2014
You can't go wrong with anything on the menu in this piece! Chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits and the crab cakes -- it's all good! The speciality drinks are the bomb as well! Nice spot!
KristinDecember 7, 2014
The best service ever. My husband was not thrilled with the waitress's recommendation and she brought him his second choice entree! Fried Green tomatoes were awesome as well as the shrimp n grits!
Krystle SimsAugust 1, 2014
Do not miss a chance at the fried chicken. Oh. My. God. Also, the cornbread with fresh butter is EVERYTHING. Leave your diet at the door and indulge a little; it's worth it!
Yera HaJanuary 13, 2015
Fun fact: I once sat and ate with a famous Chicago Bulls player here and didn't even realize what a big shot he is until I left. We both got the buttermilk fried chicken!
Bob BrunsApril 6, 2018
Their fried chicken, potatoes and collard greens were phenomenal! Also great touch with biscuits and cornbread! Will definitely be coming back and recommending others.
Lauren GrimmJanuary 19, 2017
Share a set of the southern plates - don't miss the pulled pork, fried green tomatoes, chicken, chop and rabbit pasta! That order made a perfect dinner for 3-4.
Jenelle GrilesJuly 21, 2018
The Staff, decor, ambiance and OMG, the food...euphoric! The bourbon cured salmon, geechie stew, chicken n waffles; everything was Perfect! Now I need a nap☺️
AJCFebruary 27, 2015
Ok, so chicken and waffles are not southern (seriously, look it up!), but that doesn’t mean we haven’t welcomed it into the fold and perfected it! After all, fried chicken is a southern staple. Read more
Hadrian XIVDecember 12, 2013
The pan roasted duck breast with red quinoa, Tuscan kale, and blood orange jus was amazing. If you have never tried duck, try this!
Leticia QuiñonesJanuary 13, 2019
The place is really nice, fried tomatoes definitely worth to try. The place was really hot and I was sitting in the patio
Atlanta MeetingsJuly 23, 2013
Celebrating 20 years as one of Atlanta's favorite restaurants, South City Kitchen Midtown specializes in contemporary Southern cuisine with a sophisticated twist.
ThrillistJune 13, 2013
For brunch, we love the cheddar scrambled eggs, stone-ground grits, and applewood smoked bacon and for dinner, the buttermilk fried chicken is where it's at.
Wendy DarlingSeptember 4, 2013
Fantastic experience tonight - every dish and drink delicious, gracious, not too cloying service. I rec the smoked pork chopped, fried chicken, trout, pineapple upside down cake.
Colin LeeJanuary 16, 2017
Excellent shrimp and grits. Get the house salad with fried chicken for a healthy choice that allows you to try the chicken
Loni FrenchMay 13, 2016
Fried green tomatoes with goat cheese and crab cake appetizer are awesome! Staff will split potions for you.
Sarah WJuly 11, 2018
This was really good! A little pricey. But pretty good! I got the Trout. It had stuff that I never knew I would like, but it was pretty tasty!
Chris PaulSeptember 30, 2014
Some of the best southern-inspired fried chicken on the planet. Pork belly and fried green tomatoes are superb starters. Great service all around.
Colleen BudgeOctober 1, 2013
Areas of the restaurant are a little dark if you are one of those people who prefer to see what you are eating, but don't worry, they provide pen lights!
LadyJupiter.comOctober 3, 2016
Amazing brunch. The smoked salmon appetizer is great for sharing, just try to -not- fill up on biscuits & coffee before your meal arrives.
Michael WhiteSeptember 19, 2014
Fabulous duck!! Unbelievable halibut. Awesome buttery filet. Simple but perfect flat iron steak. Great cocktails. Better than Gun Show.
Occupy My Family ATLSeptember 4, 2013
SCK Midtown is participating in Midtown Restaurant Week! Across Atlanta brunch, lunch and dinner menus will be offered at $15, $25 and $35 prix-fixe pricing tiers. Details: http://wp.me/p1t9ft-d8k
AJCAugust 1, 2014
South City Kitchen serves Southern classics with a modern touch and is probably one of the best-known restaurants in the city for doing it. Read more
Hugh GuineyMay 2, 2016
Chicken & waffles are only available on Saturdays and Sundays during brunch! I learned this the hard way after coming in on a Friday afternoon.
Jamal LiverpoolJune 21, 2016
Fried green tomatoes, crab cake toast, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and collard greens....yep I'm useless for the rest of the day.
Mona AhdNovember 28, 2018
We got the fried chicken and shrimp and grits both very tasty, the place also has a very cute and cozy feel
Veronica HOctober 23, 2013
Fried green tomatoes and fried chicken are must orders. Get a back porch bourbon and georgia peach cocktail to wash it all down
Allison BarbarashMay 4, 2013
Come hungry and ready to share. Things you need to eat: fried green tomatoes, apple butter, fried chicken n' waffles and the BLT. Hot damn delicious!
Michael FingermanFebruary 14, 2016
Chicken and waffles were so good...no need to get them anywhere else in this city
Miguel LopezApril 16, 2018
Really good. Tons of options. And it has some lighter fare, too.
AtlantaApril 14, 2014
Dine at South City Kitchen, a highly acclaimed Atlanta staple and celeb favorite! Here you’ll taste reinvented Southern favorites.
Tawana BurnettOctober 9, 2011
Shrimp and grits were really good. Would recommend brunch here and taking a 1st or 2nd look at the drink menu. Really great drinks to pair with your meal.
VivJune 2, 2014
Great food. The chicken & waffle is yummy. Crispy chicken that isn't greasy at all. Grits & lemonade are also good.
VivJune 9, 2014
Try the Chicken & Waffle offered during Sunday Brunch. Autumn is a great server! Ask for her section. Grits & Fried Green Tomatoes were good too.
Alice QJune 24, 2016
Highly recommend: In house hot sauce. Catfish Ruben. Collard kimchi (gateway entry level, but balanced).
Lynn Marie FrancoMarch 23, 2015
Great service! They proactively split the portions in two if they can tell you intend to share. Love that!
Huaisi CenNovember 1, 2016
Take a photo before you eat can't show how good their food tastes.
India BrantleyDecember 30, 2018
The fried chicken and fried green tomatoes are delicious!
Josh WeissJuly 10, 2018
Go to the original one on Crescent. Classic for 20+ years--good dinners but brunch is the best. Nice for a family event.
Dolores LoudermilkJuly 20, 2017
Fantastic. Much better than Watershed. Great service and perfectly rich and creative food.
Alisha WallaceApril 29, 2016
Party of 8 and we all loved it! Mahi Mahi, Pork chops, fried chicken, shrimp & grits!
Stina P.June 16, 2017
they let you place orders to go! shrimp and grits was good to try as was fried green tomatoes
Josh WMarch 21, 2019
Fried chicken is so juicy without being greasy! And great cornbread as well
James BuchananDecember 7, 2014
The shrimp & grits is delicious and the bread is to die for.

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