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Murphy's, Atlanta, GA

Murphy's

4.7
4.7
5042 Reviews
$30 and under
American
For over 40 years, Murphy's has ranked among Atlanta's best restaurants, famous for best brunch and creative lunch and dinner cuisine. Chef Andy Tran creates seasonal American menus with small plates to share, salads, and favorite entrees: Brisket, Salmon, Roasted Chicken, and Steaks. Our in-house bakery creates fresh breads and desserts. Our retail wine shop provides outstanding wines to diners by the glass or bottle at value prices, with every Tuesday wine tastings. The decor combines exposed-brick walls with French café doors to divide tables among quiet spaces ideal for conversation, either inside the cozy dining room or outside on the patio. Valet parking during peak hours. Private dining available.

Our Patio seating is first come, first served and seats only parties of 4 or less. Requests for patio seating are not guaranteed. Inclement weather will also cause us to close all patio seating.

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2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 108 times today
Experiences are available.

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Private dining

Private dining

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 8:30 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (404) 872-0904
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Andy Tran
  • Private party facilities
    Murphy's offers private dining with a number of menu selections and room settings for any occasion. Whether it be an intimate luncheon, a holiday occasion or a unique social gathering, we work closely with you to plan the perfect event. Please email events@murphysvh.com for information.
  • Private party contact
    Candice Hart: (404) 872-0904
  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Highland
  • Cross street
    North Highland Ave
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet offered every evening and Saturday and Sunday from noon until close.
  • Public transit
    Marta Bus 16 leaves the Marta Rail Station at Five Points in downtown Atlanta and travels up N Highland Ave passing Murphy's.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Breakfast with Santa

    $20.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    From 8 AM to 10:30 SANTA will be visiting all the children at Murphy's for Brunch!!! There is a set menu for Adults at $20 which includes Biscuits and Muffins, an Entree and a Non Alcoholic Beverage of their choice. Children's Brunch menu will be available as well at $11 per child. When you arrive Santa's Helpers and Mrs. Claus will greet you, gather your child's name and then once you are seated your child and you will be escorted to see Santa and he will be introduced personally to all! Bring your own camera/phone for photos and take as many as you like! This event is one of our staff's favorite!
    Breakfast with Santa Photo

What 5,042 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlanta

    Neighborhood gem

  • Atlanta

    American

  • Atlanta

    Most Booked

5,042 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food ambiance and food at Murphy’s is always great!!!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Murphys is always one of my favorite places. Wr celebrated two birthdays and both of the girls were very happy with their birthday brunch

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  3. Joia

    Atlanta Metro

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Breakfast with Santa! The Black Male manager in training was amazing and considerate. Our server was dynamic!

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  4. brookwooddiner

    Atlanta Metro

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food, very good service, very good vibe. Our server, MacKenzie, knew the items on the menu very well, and also knew the wines well.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect amount of intimate and “fun” ambiance. Service was great, food was amazing. Will continue to go back. I can understand why this restaurant has been around for so long.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Had a nice date night on the patio. The seasonal Sangria was excellent, and the black bean soup was very good. The parmesean fries were disappointing, and the espresso martini was just acceptable. The wine selection was fairly good, and we had a good experience with the valet. Overall a very nice night.

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  7. FayeK

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We got stuck in traffic on the way and called and they saved our table. Then welcomed us with prompt service and delicious meals. Murphy's is my "go to."

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great wait staff, food was delicious. Although restaurant was busy you could have a conversation. Not a lot of noise. Highly recommend.

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  9. KaseyK

    Memphis/West TN

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always outstanding! The new salmon dish is incredible. Kudos to chef!

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  10. RobinC

    Atlanta Metro

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lobster Cobb salad was delicious as was the apple pie dessert! Worthy of the splurge!

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  11. BettyQ

    Charleston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great to done a Murphy’s! Great food always and impeccable service. Arrive early for parking. That is always a challenge around lunch time.

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  12. DawnM

    Atlanta Metro

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    enjoyed returning to Murphys. enjoyed lunch ordered salmon blt, burger, and lobster roll. added Brussel spouts and fries - all delicious with good service

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and Jordan, our waitress, was awesome.

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  14. MarkATL

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Everything great and amazing service!! With the exception of the room where we were placed, it was very hot and everyone dressed for a cold weather day.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always memorable - meal, service & ambience. Consistently!

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  16. Tami

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and delicious food! Def try the pancakes!! Soooo good!

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  17. DivaDiner

    Atlanta Metro

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place once you navigate the awful parking situation. Not sure what can be done but the challenge to find a place to park can be daunting.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here is so great! I don’t think theres a bad item on the menu. Highly recommend the sourdough.

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  19. SherriBT

    Atlanta Metro

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A dependable favorite of ours. We are never disappointed!

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  20. DougM

    Philadelphia

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you want to go somewhere and know that you're going to get good food and good service every time, then go to Murphy's.

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  21. LynR

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was dining with my sisters and we had a wonderful lunch. Every detail was attended to by our server.

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  22. anitap

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food at Murphy’s was outstanding! Everything was fresh, well presented and very tasty! Don’t hesitate to try this place! You won’t be disappointed!

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  23. STX30

    Atlanta Metro

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Murphy's has been a local favorite for years. Food and service... excellent.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic meal! We were early and had a few drinks at the bar! Such a nice vibe in there. We came for brunch and had complementary muffins and jams. The food was so great and huge portions! Our waiter was so friendly and attentive! Will definitely come back for dinner! Plenty of street parking too

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  25. ScottR

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had salmon and trout. Both were exquisitely prepared. The combination of ingredients was unusual, but worked beautifully

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  26. Knitten

    Atlanta Metro

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Murphy’s is a long time favorite that never fails to deliver a delicious meal with excellent service.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always Murphy’s is a pleasurable experience! Great ambience, solid menu, quality food/drinks, and exceptional staff/customer service! I’ll be back again.

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  28. Marsh

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. The trout entree with cauliflower and roasted grapes was extra special. We sat in the outdoor room which was both comfortable and quieter. We started going to Murphy’s 40 years ago — still a great place to dine!

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  29. SuzanneB

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome service and food!! Really enjoyed our choices: lobster roll with fries, special for split pea soup, grilled shrimp and for dessert- key lime pie. Shaniqua (forgive if misspelled…) was fantastic!!! Knowledgeable about menu, great service. I remembered her from a previous visit because she was so attentive. Really nice all around-

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  30. 3Stooges

    Atlanta Metro

    51 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    I love Murphys and it remains my fav neighborhood restaurant. However, we were seated on the extended patio and the noise level was really a problem. Most likely this was due to the plastic shades closed down due to weather creating an echo chamber of noise. Great place though! Usually a 5 rating.

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  31. Essy

    Atlanta Metro

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was good, professional and knowledgeable (McKenzie). Presentation of meals was colorful and inviting. Each meal was tasty, and not a morsel was left on the plates (lobster salad, Asian salad, and bacon/lettuce/salmon sandwich. Dessert was exceptional. Wine (cabernet) was very satisfactory. We have moved further out from the city and appreciate returning to the excellence of Murphy's Restaurant. Thank you.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 16, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tony, our waiter, provided excellent friendly service. I would ask for him next time.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was very slow and not attentive. Took a long time to get our tea, then she never came back to refill. Had to wait a long time to get check. Food was excellent. Just felt like our server was hiding out somewhere else in the restaurant because she was not near our table very often.

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  34. JuliG

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always impeccable food and service. Consistency is important.

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  35. Gary44

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great brunch.! Wife had the quiche Lorraine and I had the omelette special. Mimosa and a Bloody Mary. Food and service great.

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  36. ScarlettK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food & Joy was great! She made our visit a 10/10!!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff and food here are great. Brunch was delicious. We had shrimp & grits, hash, omelette, avocado toast. And the bread basket is yummy.

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  38. HannahBeth

    Atlanta Metro

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal, great vibe. Already looking forward to next time!

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  39. Trudy

    Atlanta Metro

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a perfect dinner with our grown children, party of 6! Nothing was left on anyone's plate and service was on point . It's also nice to be able to talk and not have to yell . Thank you Murphy's !

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My gal pals and I had a fantastic brunch! The mimosas were delicious and our food was mouth watering. Service was great- attentive but not pushy. We will be back!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Murphy's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 872-0904.

Murphy's is rated 4.7 stars by 5042 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 108 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Murphy's

997 Virginia Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

Additional information

  • Cross street
    North Highland Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Virginia Highland
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 8:30 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet offered every evening and Saturday and Sunday from noon until close.
  • Public transit
    Marta Bus 16 leaves the Marta Rail Station at Five Points in downtown Atlanta and travels up N Highland Ave passing Murphy's.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Andy Tran
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (404) 872-0904
  • Private party facilities
    Murphy's offers private dining with a number of menu selections and room settings for any occasion. Whether it be an intimate luncheon, a holiday occasion or a unique social gathering, we work closely with you to plan the perfect event. Please email events@murphysvh.com for information.
  • Private party contact
    Candice Hart: (404) 872-0904
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