Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Dunwoody

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodPizzeriaFusion / Eclectic

Regions

AtlantaCobbDeKalbFulton

Neighborhoods

BrookhavenBuckheadChambleeCumberlandRoswellSandy Springs

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

12 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Arnette's Chop Shop restaurant

1. Arnette's Chop Shop

4.8

Exceptional(2463)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Brookhaven

Booked 29 times today

ARNETTE'S Chop Shop is a modern take on the traditional American steakhouse and features a contemporary, chef-driven menu, extensive wine list and a well-curated craft cocktail program. The restaurant’s interior was created to compliment the industrial modern design movement, exposing the natural character of the reclaimed warehouse while blending vintage, classic and modern design influences.The restaurant is split into two levels. The dining room is appointed with custom wood and leather booths, banquettes and tables. The main level also boasts an open kitchen complete with a custom built wood burning and open flame hearth and charbroiler. The lavish upscale bar is positioned on the second level above the main entrance and dining room. The bar has a contemporary yet warm den style ambiance with a open air terrace. The ceilings are low and the walls are adorned with paintings of famous musicians of past and present.

A photo of Under The Cork Tree restaurant

2. Under The Cork Tree

4.4

Awesome(1766)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Sandy Springs

Booked 12 times today

Under the Cork Tree welcomes guests to enjoy fine, contemporary American cuisine while tasting wines from across the globe. Our menu consists of a wide variety of appetizers, oysters, salads, and entrees. We welcome private events from 8-80 people. Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 to 3:00. To ensure all guests have a chance to enjoy their experience, we kindly ask that you adhere to our 2-hour time limit due to limited seating. We are conveniently located on Roswell Road in Sandy Springs, just inside the I-285.

3. vero pizzeria

4.7

Exceptional(177)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Brookhaven

Situated in the heart of Brookhaven in between sister restaurants, HAVEN & Valenza, vero pizzeria brings a casual dining concept to the Word of Mouth Restaurant Group with this Neapolitan-influenced pizzeria. The focal point of vero pizzeria will be the brick pizza oven, made specifically for the restaurant cast from clay from Mount Vesuvius’ volcanic rock. This 6,800 pound Acunto Napoli pizza oven will guarantee a delicious product and keep patrons wanting pizza night to be every night. The traditional and market-driven menu will embody the farm-to-fork philosophy that holds true with all Word of Mouth Restaurants. Guests will have the option to dine-in or take out. WE DO NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS! GUESTS WILL BE SEATED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS!

A photo of South City Kitchen Buckhead restaurant

4. South City Kitchen Buckhead

4.7

Exceptional(3318)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southern • Buckhead

Booked 45 times today

Cross the slow-cooked flavors of the South with the fast-paced energy of Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood and you’ll find yourself at South City Kitchen Buckhead. As the great Atlanta skyline sets the scene, Southern staples like fried green tomatoes, banana pudding, and shrimp and grits fill the air from their exhibition-style kitchen. Dine the way the new South intended at South City Kitchen.

A photo of True Food Kitchen - Atlanta restaurant

5. True Food Kitchen - Atlanta

4.5

Awesome(2315)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Buckhead

Booked 24 times today

True Food Kitchen was founded in 2008 by Dr. Andrew Weil, world renowned Doctor of integrated medicine and creator of the anti-inflammatory food pyramid, with one simple purpose – to create a restaurant that serves delicious food and drinks without compromising on taste for health, or health for taste. Each carefully selected ingredient is crafted by a passionate culinary team to create meaningful food and drinks that are intentionally delicious and intentionally healthy. So you can cultivate your own food journey and trust that what you’re putting in your body is doing something good for you. True Food serves a variety of chef-driven dishes, craft cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch made with ingredients from top purveyors who help reconnect the natural bounty of the planet with the food that’s on your plate. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

6. Carmel

4.6

Exceptional(481)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Buckhead

Booked 13 times today

Carmel is a love letter to the coast—the ocean breeze, the freedom, the elements that make you feel so good when you’re next to the water. We serve Contemporary Seafood and embrace a gastronomic narrative centered around the celebration of premium seafood and seasonal produce. From the cozy yet elegant interior to the seasonal menu and craft cocktails, every detail reflects our passion for the oceanside experience.Our menu showcases high-quality, sustainable seafood skillfully paired with fresh, local ingredients. Whether it's sophisticated crudos, wood-fired oysters, fish, lobster, dry-aged steak, or vibrant cocktails, we would love to take you on a journey to your favorite waterfront destination. Let the ocean breeze carry you away...Weekday Lunch is served at Carmel’s Bar. We do not accept reservations for lunch, though walk-ins are always welcome at any time of day. Gratuity is applied to parties of 6+. Parties of 9+, please submit an inquiry at CarmelATL.com>Reservations.

7. Taverna-Buckhead

4.6

Exceptional(1344)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Buckhead

Booked 22 times today

Taverna offers homemade pastas, risotto, pizza, fresh seafood and family specialties in a relaxed setting. The restaurant features a full bar with an extensive wine and cocktail list, open kitchen and one of the best patios in Buckhead.

A photo of Snap Thai Fish House restaurant

8. Snap Thai Fish House

4.5

Awesome(579)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Thai • Buckhead

Booked 39 times today

Named the Best New Restaurant 2023 by The Infatuation Atlanta, Snap Thai Fish House transports landlocked Atlantans to the coast of Thailand for a seaside Thai dining experience in a stylish and inviting Buckhead setting. Offering a vast selection of fresh seafood, including coldwater lobster, fresh oysters, and more than ten varieties of sustainably caught fish delivered daily from the country’s best suppliers. The offerings are prepared with Thai-inspired flavors, calling upon Thailand-born Chef Pattie Lawlertratana’s extensive culinary background and classically trained cooking techniques. Enjoy a handcrafted cocktail from our mixologists, or enjoy one of our 40+ wines by the glass. Indulge in our daily lunch and dinner offerings, delightful weekend brunch, or weekday $1.50 oyster happy hour. Whether you prefer our elegant dining room, 40-person indoor/outdoor bar, or outdoor Buckhead patio, we have the perfect spot for you! Follow us on Instagram @snapthai

9. Zuzzu

4.3

Awesome(582)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sicilian • Roswell

Booked 1 time today

ZuZZu is devoted to bringing you authentic Italian cuisine made to order from fresh and superb ingredients from Italy in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere in historic Roswell, GA.

10. Seven Lamps

4.5

Awesome(1919)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Buckhead

Booked 18 times today

We’re a chef’s playground of fresh coastal cuisine with a wood-fired grill and Buckhead’s best cocktails - all centered around our charming garden courtyard.We feature raw oysters, fresh seafood and local "craft" foods made with passion by our culinary team. Our menu changes frequently, but fan favorites include our lobster roll and the wood fired branzino. Our cocktails mirror this fresh take and are the perfect compliment to our coastal cuisine. Come down to our corner that's tucked away in the Shops Around Lenox. We offer a charming garden courtyard complete with fire pit as well as indoor dining options.The restaurant’s unique name comes from an extended essay by English art critic John Ruskin. The "lamps" refer to the seven principles of architecture: sacrifice, truth, power, beauty, life, memory and obedience.

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From verified diners like you

G
gilmore
Atlanta •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The atmosphere is as good as the food and the service.
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Arnette's Chop ShopPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Brookhaven
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4.8
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NickiC
Atlanta •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Everything was absolutely amazing.. My server Sara R was on point with everything even her selection of Stuart Love Rosè wine..
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Under The Cork TreePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Sandy Springs
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4.4
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Howard
South Carolina •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I have celiac disease and felt very safe eating here. Our waiter, Tom, was great. We were celebrating several birthdays and a group of ten. Highly recommend for a casual gluten free restaurant.
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True Food Kitchen - AtlantaPrice: Moderate• American• Buckhead
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4.5
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Brad
Virginia •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Had a business lunch at South City Kitchen and it was fantastic. Great food, great service and great environment.
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South City Kitchen BuckheadPrice: Expensive• Southern• Buckhead
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4.7
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TreniceVIP
Atlanta •486 reviews
4.0
Dined on Sep 16, 2024
Three of us dined here on a Monday night for the "Margarita Pizza Special" for $10 with $1 per topping up to three toppings. I chose mushrooms and spinach as my toppings, but my pizza crust was too crisp and not very tasty. I'm so used to ordering the Fungi pizza that is excellent, so this was a disappointment. My husband thought his pizza was very good with the fennel sausage and a couple of other toppings. The fennel sausage gave it more flavor. My brother-in-law got anchovies on his pizza, and he enjoyed it. Adam took great care of us and recommended the Prosecco to me, which was dry and delicious. My husband enjoyed his red wine.
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vero pizzeriaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Brookhaven
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4.7

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