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1. Café Momentum - Atlanta

4.9

Exceptional(16)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

Café Momentum is an award-winning restaurant and nonprofit that transforms young lives by equipping Atlanta’s justice-involved youth with life skills, education, and employment opportunities to help them achieve their full potential.

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2. Social62 Restaurant & Lounge

new

2.0

(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Social62, an unexpected culinary oasis where style and refinement converge to redefine the art of elevated dining and vibrant spirits. Located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, just off the main lobby of The American Hotel, Social62 epitomizes elegance and local charm, offering a dining experience that transcends the ordinary.

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3. Pacific Rim Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(573)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Pacific Rim Bistro specializes in Pan-Asian cuisine, specifically a variety of different menus ranging from the frozen tundra of Mongolia to the tropics of Thailand. And, if you love sushi, Pacific Rim Bistro is THE place downtown to find the freshest sushi and sashimi. Pacific Rim Bistro also has full bar service and extensive wine list.

4. Big Kahuna

3.9

Excellent(129)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

If you don't find any availability online for small or large parties please text us on: (404) 644-0909Big Kahuna combines the the surf and south by offering a creative menu featuring fresh ingredients and eclectic flavors. This California Mexican restaurant in Atlanta overlooks the downtown skyline with amazing crafted tacos, juicy burgers, tasty burritos and refreshing cocktails like margaritas, moscow mules, numerous draft beers and an 80 inch to watch all your favorite games.Our coastal setting allows the customer to be comfortable in Atlanta while envisioning the crashing waves of the Pacific Coast. Big Kahuna brings Southern California surf inspired Baja-mex and classic American food prepared with a coastal flair.Big Kahuna is the perfect location for business luncheons and dinners, convention events, students and large parties. Contact us to set up a great meeting or event for your group.

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5. The Drafting Table Cocktails & Kitchen

3.8

Excellent(12)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

Located inside of the Hotel Indigo Atlanta Downtown, we are connected to the AmericasMart convention center, providing guests convenient access to the convention center, Georgia World Congress Center, Mercedes-Benz Stadium and CNN Center. If you’re in Atlanta for a conference or convention, join us for a delicious meal or craft cocktail!

6. Forza Storico

4.7

Exceptional(2238)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • West Midtown

Booked 32 times today

Forza Storico is a traditional Italian restaurant focused on typical Roman dishes such as Amatriciana and Cacio e Pepe and may more. Our Italian wine list is comprised of 25 labels, 24 of which by the glass and all chilled to perfection. Half of the restaurant is a central bar with additional high top seating available first come first served. Our extensive beverage program includes 12 cocktails and 4 Italian beers. Just like our sister restaurant Storico Fresco in Buckhead, we believe in great food, simple service, and giving our patrons a fun experience...When in Rome!!

7. Suite Food Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(815)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 18 times today

Unique in concept and character, Suite Food Lounge perfectly fits the mold for your next gathering. A lively dinner with friends, a night out on the town or a special event.Brunch are for walk-ins of parties 1-4, no reservations accepted. Please contact restaurant directly for any exceptions.

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8. Buena Vida Tapas Bar

4.5

Awesome(710)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Old Fourth Ward

Booked 15 times today

"Buena Vida Tapas & Sol is a restaurant on Atlanta's Beltline in Old Fourth Ward inspired by Southern Spain run by General Manager Lorenzo Masini and owned by local restaurateurs Adam Berlin & Juan S. Calle. Fun and approachable Spanish tapas by Executive Chef Jaime Guzman are served in an airy, beautiful space with a large indoor bar and Beltline-facing patio. This Atlanta concept is located in the corner of the North & Line apartments, just down the Beltline ramp from New Realm Brewing (or driving accessed down N Angier Ave NE from North Avenue, behind Ponce City Market). @buenavidatapas on IG to stay up to date."We offer 2-hour parking validation at North & Line apartments. Please call 404.948.2312 for directions or if you'd like to book a party over 10 please email events@buenavidatapas.com

9. Thrive

4.5

Awesome(1690)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

Thrive is an upscale casual restaurant where food, drink & lounge meet pleasing taste buds from around the world since 2007 with award winning dishes & specialty cocktails. Our salads, sandwiches, soups, sushi, steak, seafood & so much more are all prepared using the highest quality and freshest ingredients. Thrive is pleased to offer a stimulating wine list as well as a great selection of beer and sake. Join us for our After Work Mixer Monday – Friday from 4pm-7pm for $5 appetizers & specialty cocktails.Come see why Jezebel Magazine voted Thrive in their top 100 Atlanta Restaurants three consecutive years, and Restaurant and Bar Magazine voted Thrive in their top 100 venues.

10. Catch 12

3.8

Excellent(856)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

****Please see our most up-to-date menu below ****https://mnu.menuflow.com/131447384https://catchtwelveatlanta.com/menus/Catch 12®, is conveniently located near all that is happening in Atlanta’s burgeoning downtown. Paired with spectacular skyline views for al fresco diners and an intimate, alluring atmosphere for those who prefer the indoors, Catch 12 is Downtown’s dining destination.

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Kenny
1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Eli was a fantastic server. We had 13 people and he managed it perfectly.
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Pacific Rim BistroPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Downtown
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4.8
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Chris
Atlanta •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 26, 2025
Great food and a great overall experience supporting a very worthy cause.
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Café Momentum - AtlantaPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.9
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Jovanna
Kansas City / Kansas •1 review
4.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
Had a little bit of everything for our large group.
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Big KahunaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Downtown
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3.9
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OpenTable Diner
Orlando / Central Florida East •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 27, 2025
We attended with a group of 11. The service was very good and the food was enjoyable. I was a bit disappointed in the ambience as I had expected more based on the photos.
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The Drafting Table Cocktails & KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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3.8

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