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The Colonnade Restaurant
Southern Food Restaurant and American Restaurant$$$$
Morningside - Lenox Park, Atlanta
The Southern food at The Colonnade Restaurant is a can't miss
"The fried chicken here is some of the best in Atlanta."(31 Tips)
"Awesome fried chicken and traditional southern fare!"(2 Tips)
"The Colonade has been serving classic Southern food since 1927."(2 Tips)
"chicken fried steak was on point"(2 Tips)
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Raphael LangenscheidtNovember 28, 2015Oh so good. Great value, and the chicken is out of this world. Chicken Fried Steak blew my mind also. Just go, and soak in the people and the food.Upvote10Downvote
Meat and three hardly does justice to this great Atlanta tradition! Wonderful veggies and unexpectedly good drinks from great bartenders. Friendly and super-efficient staff.Upvote7Downvote
Dolores LoudermilkJuly 23, 2017Best people watching ever. Go early for dinner, like at 5, to get specials!! Fried chicken not recommended. Pot roast is great. Parking lot can be terrifying because of methy motel.Upvote6Downvote- Courtenay BirdDecember 3, 2012The best yeast rolls on the planet. Plus, all the classic Southern staples done to perfection -- fried okra, collards, fried chicken, pot roast, black eyed peas, cornbread, gravy.... yum!Upvote3Downvote
Jeff AllenFebruary 2, 2018AWEsome food, prices and service. This place is an Atlanta icon.Upvote4Downvote
Joe StrobhertNovember 4, 2016Classic Southern food at an Atlanta landmark. Full bar with great drinks. In business since 1927. Many great signature dishes, including the fried chicken. Daily chef's special dishes.Upvote2Downvote- Courtenay BirdDecember 3, 2012Need somewhere to take grandma after church? This is it. Known for decades for its "gays and grays" and the best Southern food in town. And, yes, that's a strip club across the street.Upvote4Downvote
- Rob OsattinMarch 18, 2016I love this place. Old time atmosphere, great staff and, most of all, great food. Oh, and great Bloody Marys. I try to go there every SundayUpvoteDownvote
- Sara BApril 26, 2014Good Southern Food; the fried chicken is very good. The chicken fried steak was on point, not heavily breaded and deliciousUpvote1Downvote
Been eating here for 30 years. Always good. Fried chicken is the best. Bar is great. If J is working, she'll make you a great drink. Manhattan straight up is my fav.Upvote2Downvote- Tasting TableApril 7, 2016The Colonade has been serving classic Southern food since 1927. For a great deal on a plate of Southern hospitality, head to this soulful spot before 6:30pm for the early bird menu. Read moreUpvoteDownvote
- Tasting TableAugust 5, 2014For an extra good deal, hit the early bird menu before 6:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and join a crowd that spans toddlers to seniors, all eager for a plate of Southern hospitality. Read moreUpvote1Downvote
The Colonnade is my culinary obsession for over a year now. Just great Southern style food like grandma used to make. Fabulous Bloody Marys! And I love all the very friendly staff. Great place!!Upvote2Downvote
Moe DexlerOctober 25, 2014Great food here and at a great value. You'll see lots of Lincolns and Cadillacs in the lot for lunch and before dinner rush. All the grey-hairs eat here.UpvoteDownvote
Went to dinner on Wednesday night new server waited on us. Great food great service delicious desserts. happy with the new owners!UpvoteDownvote
Creative Loafing AtlantaAugust 5, 2014It's crowded, even with the large, enclosed patio, but on a cold evening the see-and-be-seen place is inside. Read more
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It's one of the few places left where you can get fried chicken livers and grilled calves liver with smothered onions. Both fabulous!UpvoteDownvote- Creative Loafing AtlantaMay 14, 2015The fried chicken is the go-to order for generations of Atlantans. When you're looking for the dining equivalent of a comfortable old friend, visit the Colonnade.UpvoteDownvote
- Creative Loafing AtlantaJanuary 30, 2012Befitting its age and its old-school ambience, the Colonnade takes its time. The classic Southern fried chicken is cooked to order. Read more
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Large shrimp + fried chicken (2 breasts, 2 wings!) = split half of each with a friend for a banquet fit for a king - top it off with hod fudge cake with peppermint ice cream - this place is the heightUpvoteDownvote- Gerald WilsonFebruary 1, 2023Fried chicken, shrimp, fish, desserts - everything is good here and moderately pricedUpvoteDownvote
Food NetworkJanuary 3, 2012As one of the oldest eateries in Atlanta, GA, Guy Fieri stopped by for some traditional Southern fare on an episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Read moreUpvote11Downvote
Lee KentAugust 28, 2021Love love The Colonnade. Especially the Fried Shrimp and Fried Chicken Livers. YUMMY!!!!UpvoteDownvote
Lee RiceJune 14, 2013Great southern food, especially the fried chicken!! Save your appetite for their desserts too!! Wow!UpvoteDownvote
StaceNovember 24, 2013Best southern food in Atlanta! Fried chicken and peach cobbler are must haves.UpvoteDownvote
This place is the jam. Literally old school--enjoy dinner out like your grandparents did. Fried chicken was a standout.UpvoteDownvote
Richard RubelNovember 26, 2018Fried chicken was why we went and was well worth the tripUpvoteDownvote
Aleq BoyleApril 30, 2014An ATL standard, old school, great potions & a relaxed motif, Bravo!Upvote3Downvote
Eric NuttingMarch 11, 2014If they have to use the defibrillator on a member of your party, you all get free dessert!Upvote1Downvote- Creative Loafing AtlantaFebruary 2, 2012The Colonnade has been serving gigantic portions of batter-fried chicken since 1927. It's super-crispy, steaming-hot and juicy. Read more
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Great soul food for grey hairs & gays
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2 words. Strong drinks. Make that 3 words. Really strong drinksUpvote1Downvote
TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014Check out Colonnade as seen on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives , The Layover Read moreUpvote1Downvote
- The fried chicken here is some of the best in Atlanta. Order it and you will have enough to take home.Upvote3Downvote
- Awesome fried chicken and traditional southern fare!Upvote3Downvote
Pam BushDecember 10, 2011The rolls are so good, just like the ones we had in elementary school.UpvoteDownvote
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The Colonnade Restaurant
1879 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE (Wellbourne Dr. NE)
Atlanta, GA 30324
United States
Atlanta, GA 30324
United States
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
- Sat
- Midnight–10:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:30 AM–9:00 PM
(404) 874-5642
View menu on https://www.thecolonnadeatl.com/menu
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
No
Parking
Public Lot, Private Lot
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks
Full Bar, Cocktails
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