Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar - West Midtown

Name: Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar - West Midtown
Address: 822 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA, United States, 30318-5573
Telephone: (404) 228-4897
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.2

4.2 (576)

$31 to $50

Soul food

822 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318-5573

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2 people

Jun 15, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for happy hour

Virgil's was created to provide a space to enjoy great food, amazing service, and an abundance of love while helping to preserve the Gullah Geechee Culture.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Soul food, Seafood, Southern
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
Phone number
(404) 228-4897
Website
https://www.virgilsgullahkitchen.com/
Payment options
Cash not accepted
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Gee Smalls
Catering
Catering Available! Onsite, Pickup and Delivery!
Private party facilities
Private event space available!
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
822 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318-5573
Neighborhood
West Midtown
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 576 people are saying

Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar - West Midtown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar in West Midtown offers a vibrant atmosphere with "authentic soul food" and a "whole vibe" thanks to its live DJ. Guests rave about the "amazing" flavors of the dishes and "outstanding" service from staff members like Khali and Patrick. However, some diners noted service delays and noise levels.

576 Reviews

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Ahmad VIP
Houston3 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 26, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Server was great but the food was not up to par! Wouldn’t recommend
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Jason
Atlanta17 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overall food was good, tho some things were a little over cooked and the sampler was too pricey for what was received...The staff was friendly and attentive...The only other issue was when it was time to pay, I got the machine to pay with total, without seeing the bill...I had to ask for the bill to actually make sure it was accurate and for tipping purposes...Glad I did cuz gratuity was already included and if I didn't see, I would've tipped more...
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Achauna VIP
Houston16 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I went on a Monday for happy hour. Great deals on the happy hour menu for food, drinks, and hookah. They had r&b bingo which was fun. I ended up winning 2 shots & a free appetizer. All the employees were really nice, and helpful. Will definitely be back when I’m in Atlanta again.
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Vernicha
Atlanta1 review
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was amazing. They took really good care of my party. We were there to celebrate a graduation. Our server Jesus was very good, very attentive.
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Shani
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Khali provided outstanding service and food was amazing.
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Tracy
Atlanta2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went for Mother's Day brunch and the entire experience did not disappoint! The food was amazing and our server, Cali, was on point with everything! Virgil's is definately going to be in regular rotation for my family!
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Terry VIP
Chicago / Illinois61 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 29, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The menu was intriguing with many of my favorites…fried cabbage, Mac n cheese, flounder…all of which I had on the picky eatuhs plate. The flounder was cooked to perfection but everything else was cold…hard to tell if it was good. Montell was very helpful in explaining the menu and all of the staff was quite accommodating.
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Diane
Atlanta1 review
4.0
Dined on April 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was good. Service was average. Ambiance was pleasant.
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LEE
Atlanta1 review
1.0
Dined on April 23, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I recently dined at Virgil’s Gullah and, while the food remains consistently amazing and true to the rich culinary tradition they honor, I feel compelled to share some honest feedback about the overall experience. We arrived on time for our reservation, yet still had to wait over an hour to receive our food. In today’s economy, I completely understand the challenges of staffing, but when guests make reservations, there is a reasonable expectation that service will be more efficient. Having a reservation should minimize wait times, not extend them. Additionally, as patrons, it feels a bit disheartening to be immediately given a full disclosure upon seating about having only two hours to dine, the limitations on substitutions, and the automatic 20% gratuity. It sets an almost transactional tone rather than a welcoming one. Substituting sides should feel like a part of hospitality, not something akin to ordering at a fast-food restaurant. And while I understand and respect automatic gratuity policies, I can’t help but notice this practice seems far more common at Black-owned establishments, and it can leave an unintended impression if not handled delicately. Despite all of this, the food truly was outstanding—just as it always is. The flavors, the authenticity, the creativity—everything on the plate was excellent. But each time I dine here, I’m reminded why I don’t visit as often as I’d like: the service experience unfortunately doesn’t match the quality of the food. I’m not writing this to tear down Virgil’s or to discourage others from visiting. I’m writing because I believe in the power of constructive feedback. I want to see Virgil’s thrive, especially in a competitive market like Atlanta. Great food paired with exceptional service could elevate Virgil’s to even greater heights and create an experience that keeps guests returning more frequently and enthusiastically. I truly hope management and ownership continue to invest in refining the service model. Settin
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Ronnie VIP
Atlanta14 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing. Great service and ambience.
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FAQs

Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar - West Midtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 228-4897.

Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar - West Midtown is rated 4.2 stars by 576 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 15, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

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822 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318-5573

Additional information

Neighborhood
West Midtown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Soul food, Seafood, Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
Cash not accepted
Executive chef
Gee Smalls
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.virgilsgullahkitchen.com/
Phone number
(404) 228-4897
Catering
Catering Available! Onsite, Pickup and Delivery!
Private party facilities
Private event space available!

Virgil's Gullah Kitchen & Bar - West Midtown

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About this restaurant

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What 576 people are saying

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Review summary

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