Atlanta Food Specials: How To Eat Cheap Daily (Updated)

Grocery prices are still rising, while wages are stagnant in Atlanta and elsewhere — but we’ve got to eat. The good news is that you can save money by taking advantage of daily food deals.

This article will show you some of the best daily food specials we could find around Atlanta.

Happy hour may be just a label around the city, but if you look long and hard, you can find the deals every day among Atlanta restaurants. Or you can just visit AtlantaFi.com and let us show you the deals. Every day. Sign up for the newsletter to get them exclusively delivered to your inbox.

Daily Food And Drink Specials In Atlanta For 2024

If you want to know where the cheap eats are in Atlanta, we’ve got a day-by-day breakdown for you so that all you have to do is plug in the eatery’s address in your GPS and go.

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Monday Specials
Tuesday Specials
Wednesday Specials
Thursday Specials
Monday-Friday Specials
Brunch: Weekend Specials

Monday Food Specials In Atlanta

Here are some Atlanta restaurants with daily food specials. We’ll go through the week to see what food we can get for cheap and where. Let’s start with the Monday food specials.

El Super Pan

455 Legends Pl #862, Atlanta, GA 30339 | (404) 521-6500

At The Battery Atlanta, El Super Pan has a Monday deal you don’t want to miss: $6 margaritas every Monday starting at 5 p.m.

Happy Hour At The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill

Oysters at The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill in Atlanta

At The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill in Atlanta, you can catch Happy Hour every Monday-Friday from 4-6 p.m., which includes:

East Coast oysters on the half shell for $12.97 a dozen
$4 shrimp tacos
$10 peel-and-eat shrimp
A rotating boat drink for $5
$18 Bud Light/Michelob Ultra buckets
$20 Corona buckets
$25 High Noon buckets

Every Monday Get 99-Cent Sangria In Atlanta

If you want to kickstart your workweek the right way, check out Loca Luna, which offers 99-cent sangrias from 5-10 p.m. every Monday. trust us, you’re going to get hungry, that’s why they have tapas half-priced as well.
550-C Amsterdam Ave NE, Atlanta. 404-875-4494.

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Free Cobbler Monday: Paschals

Free Cobbler Monday at Paschals in Atlanta

One of Atlanta’s most renown soul food restaurants has a nice gift for the hungry to start the work week. Every Monday, it’s Free Cobbler Monday at Paschals Restaurant. You gotta get it! 180 Northside Dr SW #B, Atlanta, GA 30313.

Gyro Street Pita and Side

Gyro street pita from , PITA Mediterranean Street Food in Atlanta

On Mondays, PITA Mediterranean Street Food offers its gyro street pita with a choice of side for $6. Side options include fries, rice, grilled veggies, quinoa tabouli or any spread. This deal is available for dine-in or takeout. Place orders online or visit an Atlanta PITA location near you.

Martini Mondays: Sage Woodfire Tavern Perimeter

At this Sage Woodfire location at Perimeter in Dunwoody, you can enjoy $5 Martinis all day — and not just the cheap stuff. Top shelf Martinis, including Beefeater, Chopin, Grey Goose, High Vodka, Ketel One, Purity Vodka, Tanqueray and Van Gogh.

Tuesday Food Specials In Atlanta

Now let’s look at where you can eat in Atlanta for cheap on Tuesdays.

$2 Tuesdays: Blu Cantina

Blu Cantina in East Lake is making it a fiesta every Tuesday with their Tuesday specials. If you want cheap food in Atlanta, here it is. They usually consist of $2 guacamole, $2 tacos, $2 empanadas, $5 Patron Margarita, $2 Carona and $28 Patron Margarita pitchers. 1242 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316. (404) 254-2151.

These Atlanta Restaurants Have Taco Tuesday Specials

Because it’s so popular in the ATL, several restaurants do that thang. Here they are:

Twisted Taco offers $1.99-$2.99 tacos and selected domestic beers that are just $1.99 on Tuesdays (which is perfect pricing for college students), so you can wash down one of the yummy specials with a tasty beer.
Pure: You can enjoy your choice of chipotle chicken, shredded pork or fish tacos, all with poblano slaw just for $2. And of course, you need a drink, too, so check out the $2 Tecates. PURE taqueria’s vibe is ultra chill, so invite some friends out for some tacos and margs!
Zocalo is Midtown Atlanta’s Mexican kitchen and cantina serving authentic upscale Mexican comfort food, margaritas and handcrafted cocktails. Zocalo has $3 Victoria beer, tacos, and Tecates on Taco Tuesday.
A lively taqueria with a year-round porch, mixing your favorite Mexican and Korean street eats, plus some tasty signature drinks. They are $2 Classic, $3 Premium Takos, $4 House Takoritas on Taco Tuesday.
Tin Lizzy’s Cantina, they are known for their refreshing margaritas, friendly service, lively music and of course, their “FlexMex” cuisine. Tin Lizzy’s amazing deals for Tuesdays are $2 tacos from the restaurant’s special list and you can toss back on a $5 Patrón tequila shot.

See these other great Atlanta restaurants for Taco Tuesday.

Terrapin Taproom

755 Battery Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30339 | (404) 494-1202

At Terrapin Taproom at The Battery Atlanta, you can save big money by ordering smoked wings for 20% off.

Wednesday Food Specials

On Wednesdays, several metro Atlanta restaurants offer patrons the opportunity to eat for less (or even free). Here are some of the best food specials on Wednesdays in Atlanta.

Wednesdays: Kids Eat Free At Beni’s Cubano In East Cobb

Beni’s Cubano in East Cobb lets kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entree. So parents, go to Beni’s Cubano on hump day!

The kids menu at Beni’s Cubano includes such favorites as chicken fingers, mojo grilled chicken, ham and cheese, cside dishes such as plantain chips and black bean and corn salad. Offer valid for dine-in only.

Wednesday Food Specials: District M

Wednesday food specials in Atlanta - District M

District M in Sandy Springs has drink specials and half-off rolls on Wednesdays. Read more about District M.

Whiskey Wednesdays: The Pinewood Restaurant

Located in the heart of downtown Decatur, The Pinewood has always stood out as that cool gastropub you want to go hang out in even if you’re not hungry. On Wednesdays, they make it easy. That’s when they have $5 whiskey in what’s known as Whiskey Wednesdays. 254 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030. (404) 373-5507.

Winedown Wednesday: Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours

This funky West Midtown joint continues to get national accolades while being one of the city’s best-kept secrets…. but for how long??? If you’re a vino fan, check them Wednesday when you can get half-off on select bottles of wine and complimentary charcuterie. Apex West Midtown, 1133 Huff Road, NW Atlanta Ga. 30318.

Wednesday Burger + Beer $9.95: Taco Mac

Taco Mac’s Midtown location has a burger and beer combo for just $9.95. Known for its all-the-world beer selection, there’s no better place to watch a game — or people-watch — than this location. 933 Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309.

Cinco Wednesdays at Blu Cantina

How to Eat For Cheap In Atlanta Every Day

The Mexican restaurant comes with it every Wednesday with $5 food specials as well as $5 cocktails as part of their happy hour offerings.

Thursday Food Specials

Thursdays offer some great bites around the city as Atlanta restaurants try to lure crowds before the weekend. Let’s look at the best food deals.

Thursday Night ‘Snooty’ Drinks: Grindhouse Killer Burgers

Grindhouse Killer Burgers have been making a big name for itself in the city’s crowded burger scene. But it helps to be known for libations as well. The eatery’s full-service locations have a Thursday special, offering all “snooty drink” cocktails regularly priced at $8 for just $5. 1842 Piedmont Ave.; Atlanta, GA. 433 North McDonough St., Decatur, GA.

Bourbon Thursdays At Sweet Auburn BBQ

Enjoy $6 classic bourbon and rye cocktails like Kentucky Mules, Old Fashioneds and Manhattans every Thursday evening at Sweet Auburn BBQ.

Weekend Food Specials And Deals In Atlanta

As you know many restaurants make the lion’s share of their money on the weekends, starting with Friday.

For Saturday and Sundays, many Atlanta restaurants have their largest crowds, so they don’t drop prices — at least not typically. But we’ve found some local eateries that give you a discount.

Sunday Night Special: Cibo e Beve

Cibo e Beve Italian Kitchen & Barin North Fulton offers all you can eat pasta and 1/2 off wine on Sundays from 5 to 9 p.m. Here are the deets on the family-friendly offer. Cibo e Beve. 4969 Roswell Rd. Atlanta, GA 30342. Phone: 404-250-8988.

For $20, devour all the Caesar salad, pasta, and bread your heart desires. Kids 10 and under can enjoy for just $10. Featured pasta is a housemade Sunday Gravy pasta served over your choice of penne or spaghetti. Proteins and vegetables may be added to your pasta for an additional cost. Select wines are available for half price on Sundays with all you can eat pasta from 5:00-9:30 PM.
No sharing, substitutions or carry out. Not offered on holidays. Valid for dine in only.

Monday Through Friday Food Specials

Looking for a cheap place to eat every week day? Here are your best bets around Atlanta.

Dantanna’s Happy Hour

Dantanna’s happy hour menu runs every Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the bar and on the dog-friendly patio. Check out Dantanna’s happy hour menu.

Escobar Restaurant And Tapas

At Escobar Restaurant and Tapas, you can enjoy lunch specials (dine-in only) from Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Here’s a sample of what you can get on the menu:

$5: House Salad
$6: Cup of Gumbo
$10: Blackened Salmon (+ 1 side)
Fried Chicken (+1 side)
6 Shrimp and Fries
Cheeseburger and Fries (beef or turkey)

Escobar also has $5 tapas and happy hour drink specials Monday-Friday from 2 to 8 p.m.

Big Ketch Saltwater Grill

The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill in Buckhead offers specials each weekday that are perfect to enjoy on the open-air patio.

Monday-Friday from 4-6 p.m.: Happy hour featuring oysters on the half shell, beer and seltzer buckets, and $5 rotating boat drinks.

Birdcage Happy Hour

Check out Birdcage on the eastside for a downright proper happy hour, including tostados, half-price wine, $5 draft beer and $5 frozen drinks.

Drums ‘N Flatz

5370 Stone Mountain Hwy #30, Stone Mountain, GA 30087 | (770) 558-6934

At Drumz ‘N Flatz, you can enjoy happy hour from 5-7pm, which features 1/2 off drinks.

Mon-Fri Specials: Barley Garden

Atlanta daily food specials - Barley Garden

Mon-Fri Specials: Red Pepper Taqueria

One of the few legit happy hours in the city, Red Pepper Taqueria offers 1/2 off appetizers and $7 for a dozen oysters. Happy Hour is Monday through Friday 4 to 6 p.m. *Dine in only. Two (2) dozen per person per visit. 3135 Piedmont Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30305. (404) 869-2773.

Mon-Friday: Hampton + Hudson In Inman Park

Hampton & Hudson’s happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 4-7 p.m. That’s when you’ll be able to get half-off appetizers. Also on Wednesdays, select wine is half off as well.

Monday-Friday Specials: Genki at The Prado

Genki Noodles & Sushi is known fresh Japanese fare, Asian fusion and fantastic drinks. They have a ton of special every weekday evening. Here’s whats on in store:

$4 Portabello Mushroom over Crispy Spinach
$3 Edamame
$4 Chicken Eggrolls
$5 Calimari
$4 Gyoza (pork and vegetable) steamed / fried
$6 Tiger Shrimp served over fresh Guacamole with Wonton Chips
$4 Cheese Kari Kari
$9 Sashimi app.
$5 California and Spicy Tuna Rolls (10pc)
$8 Dynamite or Super Crunch Rolls (10pc)

Drink Specials

$4 Pinot Noir
$4 House Pinot Grigio
$4 Chardonnay
$4 Cabernet
$5 Well Liquor (Gin, Whiskey, Vodka, Tequilla)
$4 Any Draft Beer
$4 Sake (Small Carafe)

Genki is located at 5590 Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30342. Order here.

Also, at Hampton & Hudson, you can get some tasty apps like H+H Chicken Wings, Deviled Eggs and Meatball Sliders. Would you be able to update the placeholder with this?

Best Brunch Specials In Atlanta

When it comes to Atlanta food specials on Sundays, these restaurants are known for their hearty brunch menus:

Aprés Dìem

931 Monroe Drive St C-103 Atlanta, GA | (404) 872-3333

Apres Diem: Best Brunch restaurant in Atlanta

Aprés Dìem is located in the heart of Midtown’s Poncey-Highland area. Sunday Brunch menu faves: SALAD NIÇOISE: grilled tuna steak, kalamata olive, hard-boiled egg, tomato, french green bean, red pepper, rice, anchovy (optional), mixed greens, white-balsamic vinaigrette.

Buttermilk Kitchen

4225 Roswell Road Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30342 | (678) 732-3274

Buttermilk Kitchen is located in Buckhead, but don’t let that fool you. The place is just as downhome as ever. Brunch menu faves: Ray’s Waffle Burger, B.Y.O.B. Breakfast Plate, Market Scramble.

West Egg Cafe

1100 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 872-3973

West Egg Cafe calls itself the “best breakfast in Atlanta” and it’s hard to argue. Brunch menu faves: Peachtree Plate, Salmon Cakes Benedict, Fried Egg Sandwich, Fried Green Tomatoes BLT.

Looking for more great brunches in Atlanta? Here’s our list.

Do you know of any restaurants and bars with specials and deals? Let us know

Final Word

It’s easy to spend a lot of money on food in a big city like Atlanta, but you don’t have to. Many Atlanta restaurants have food specials that you should be taking advantage of.

Atlanta has a lot of good places to chow down on delicious food. You never know: Specials can also be based on food events happening around the city.

The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.

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