Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Downtown

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1. Polaris

4.8

Exceptional(1833)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

Polaris is Atlanta's legendary rotating rooftop restaurant & lounge, serving chef-inspired shared plates and classic, hand crafted cocktails in a unique rotating lounge with amazing panoramic views of the city. Polaris partners with more than 70 local purveyors for the best and freshest ingredients, and operates its own rooftop Bee Garden producing fresh honey for our cocktails and entrees. Polaris has hosted celebrities, special occasions and everyday memories for more than 50 years. Take a ride on our famous glass elevators, step into our breathtaking space, and make some memories for your own.For Parties of 6 or more, please email us at polaris@hyatt.com.

A photo of AG, Modern Bar and Steakhouse restaurant

2. AG, Modern Bar and Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(1175)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

AG, Modern Bar & Steakhouse offers a modern steakhouse experience inspired by Southern hospitality. Open seven days a week and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner as well as classic and creative cocktails. For dinner, the menu of grilled steaks and seafood features food sourcing that is sustainable and responsible. AG, Modern Bar & Steakhouse is located on the second level at The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta (downtown) at the corner of Peachtree & Ellis streets, within easy walking distance of many of the downtown hotels & the major office buildings.

A photo of Amalfi Cucina + Mercato / Downtown Atlanta restaurant

3. Amalfi Cucina + Mercato / Downtown Atlanta

4.1

Excellent(1352)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, Amalfi Cucina & Mercato - Downtown Atlanta is a traditional Neapolitan trattoria centered around an open kitchen featuring a 6,000 pound wood-burning brick oven imported from Italy. The 170 seat dining room also has large semicircular booths, custom wrought iron chandeliers along with Juliet balconies overlooking an Italian-inspired entryway. Originating in and the true pizza of Naples in the 1600s, Vera Pizza Napoletana is 12 inches or less in size, made from simple fresh quality ingredients from the Campania region of Italy and cooked at temperatures in excess of 900 degrees in approximately 60 seconds. Just launched, a new menu which includes many fresh pastas, salads, appetizers and desserts, including beautiful imported gelato. Enjoy a full bar with local beer on tap, exclusive wine list and specialty cocktails in beautiful Downtown Atlanta.

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4. By George - Atlanta

4.5

Awesome(903)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 16 times today

The Candler Hotel's restaurant, By George, is located on famed Peachtree Street and offers a Contemporary American menu and wine program for curious palettes-

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5. Sweet Georgia's Juke Joint

4.3

Awesome(2092)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint is the continuation of a deep history of music, drink and socializing in the South. Located in the former Macy’s building in the heart of downtown Atlanta at the iconic 200 Peachtree St. address, Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint brings to the city a place to relax while enjoying live entertainment and exceptional cuisine. A per person entertainment fee will be applied each day to your bill, and on some Sunday's. Historically, juke joints originated in the rural outskirts of many southern towns to give African American communities a place to kick back and unwind after a long week of work. Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint represents diverse culture, featuring music across all genres and popular hits throughout American history. An imaginative menu makes Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint a staple in Atlanta’s downtown restaurant scene and the allure of traditional juke joints is showcased in the restaurant’s design.

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6. Margaritaville - Atlanta

2.7

(80)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Escape to Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville, located at Centennial Park surrounded by Atlanta's most popular attractions such as the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, College Football Hall of Fame, and the SkyView Atlanta Ferris wheel. From photo-worthy views to a suspended airplane, Margaritaville is more than a restaurant; it's a state of mind. Margaritaville has everything you need to have a good time with great island-inspired food, several unique bars, live music, and two levels of seating overlooking the dynamic downtown Atlanta entertainment district. Chill out with a margarita at the Tiki Bar, License To Chill Bar, or 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar.

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7. Rosie's Coffee Cafe

4.9

Exceptional(258)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Castleberry Hill

Booked 1 time today

Rosie’s Coffee Café: Where Morning Rituals Matter

8. Thrive

4.6

Exceptional(1686)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 14 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.

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9. Rumi's Kitchen - Colony Square

4.9

Exceptional(2946)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Persian • Midtown

Booked 157 times today

Chef Ali Mesghali’s love of cooking began while growing up in Esfahan, Iran and Los Angeles, California. This interest grew to become a passion and a career after Ali moved to Atlanta, Georgia. In the kitchen, as well as in the dining room, Ali is known for his pursuit of perfection, his intensity and a love for what he does. This unending aspiration for perfection has been instrumental in establishing the standard for Persian cuisine in Atlanta. His unique and flavorful touch has been wowing patrons at Rumi’s Kitchen and has created a place where people want to visit again and again. The Rumi's Kitchen at Colony Square aims to earn the hearts of those in Midtown, Atlanta.

10. The Optimist

4.8

Exceptional(9261)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • West Midtown

Booked 84 times today

The Optimist brings a seaside fish camp experience to landlocked Atlantans. The ever-changing menu features high-quality, sustainable seafood masterfully paired with fresh, local ingredients. From sophisticated, daily-catch dishes to crudos and beachside classics, chef-owner Ford Fry’s the Optimist transports guests to their favorite coastal haunts.

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