Georgia’s largest city has some areas that are more food-centric than others. One of those places is West Midtown Atlanta.
It seems every other week, a new Atlanta restaurant opens somewhere in West Midtown. As your culinary expert, I’m going to show you some of the top places to grab a bite in Atlanta’s West Midtown area.
What Are the Best Restaurants In West Midtown Atlanta?
Not to be confused withMidtown Atlanta, the jurisdictions of West Midtown coincide roughly to Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway on the southern side and follows the Howell Mill corridor up into the Moors Mill area.
Boxcar Betty’s
950 West Marietta St NW, Atlanta, Ga., 30318
Photo credit: Boxcar Betty’s
Boxcar Betty’s held its grand opening in Atlanta’s West Midtown on the April 26, 2023. Since then, the eatery, owned by Roth Scott and Ian MacBryde, has been serving some excellent chicken sandwiches on the menuand more.
Boxcar Betty’s West Midtown eatery is located in the Westside Paper development, nearly 300,000 square foot mixed-used facility anchored by four restaurants and office space.
Postino WineCafé
1000 West Marietta St NW UNIT 310, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 806-1616
The West Midtown Postino WineCafé offers such delicious menu items as “Snacky Things,” like Skewers, OMG Grilled Cheese, Shrimp Scampi, Smoked Salmon and Sweet Potato Wedges. This location is the second in metro Atlanta.
“Opening a second location in Atlanta is a huge deal for us,” Postino co-founder Lauren Bailey said in a news release. “We have had an incredible response from guests at our Buckhead location, and we can’t wait to join the West Midtown community.”
The Optimist
914 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 477-6260
West Midtown’s premiere upscale dining experience, The Optimist has been a staple in the area if you’re down for Lobster rolls, gumbo, wood-fired oysters & more. Date night? We highly recommend.
A gem in West Midtown, Bastone offers an adventures culinary experience and an expansive wine collection. You won’t be disappointed.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Bastone. “We had a great experience at Bastone! I shared the Mozarella Tasting with a friend and the portions were very generous. Each variety was different than the next, and it was a great way to taste the different cheeses. It almost left us too full to try any of the other dishes! We also got the Heirloom Tomato Salad and Hamachi Crudo. Both were delicious. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Can’t wait to go back and try their Truffle Pasta during Aperitivo Hour!”
On the menu, you’ll find items like Dirty Bird fries, desserts and sliders that you will fall in love with.
What makes the West Midtown location unique is that it features a plant-based hot chicken sandwich on a brioche bun, which is a major departure from other eateries that feature a chicken sandwich. The West Midtown Hattie B’s also has fried pickles, which its other locations do not have.
“It is a great honor to have Velvet Taco open doors in The Interlock in West Midtown, where the restaurants are known to heavily exceed the industry standard and guests have high expectations,” Velvet Taco CEO Clay Dover says in a news release. “It is our mission to take the humble, well-loved taco and use the tortilla as a blank canvas for any courageous, adventuring foodie’s desires.”
Delilah’s Everyday Soul
1235 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
If you happen to venture inside the Chattahoochee Food Works, you should definitely check out Delilah’s Everyday Soul. Chef Delilah Winder has gained a following from her appearances on food shows, including strong praise from a foodie named Oprah Winfrey for her mac ‘n cheese.
At Delilah’s, you’ve got to try the Southern Belle chicken sandwich, which boasts a scrumptious piece of fried chicken layered with a fried green tomato, a slab of bacon, bread and butter pickles, pimento cheese, house hot sauce and more. Read our review.
Nuevo Laredo Cantina
1495 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 352-9009
Here’s what one reviewer says about Nuevo Laredo Cantina: “This is a gem! Staff is warm and friendly, food is so good and authentic. Salsa is made fresh w cilantro and a huge hit w our family. My go to are the chicken tacos. Be prepared to wait as this is a local hot spot.”
Superica
930 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 355-5313
Photo credit: Superica
Ford Fry has done it again. Superica’s Tex-Mex fusion food has been a hit since it began in Krog Street Market, which is considered its home base. The West Midtown eatery continues to draw a crowd, from restaurant lovers looking for some authentic fare to tourists searching for the best Atlanta bites.
Flight Club Darts
1055 Howell Mill Rd Suite 140, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 301-8003
While Flight Club Darts is not known for its pretentiousness, if you want some good grub and beer in a social environment, Flight Club is it.
If you really want to play darts, it’s suggested that you booked on the Flight Club Darts website. The establishment cannot guarantee walk-in guests will be able to play Social Darts.
Final Taste
With offerings of pasta, tacos, wine, seafood and more, West Midtown gives you one of the most culinary eclectic mixes in the city. And there are way more restaurants located there, but we wanted to highlight some of our faves.
CJ Johnson: CJ is a longtime Atlantan who has written a book about Atlanta's food scene. He has also fallen in love with the city's music and sports scenes. He writes about Food, Restaurants, Travel, Sports and Atlanta Culture. Check out the book. https://amzn.to/3RPmbZM