Best Restaurants for a Business Lunch in Atlanta
Last Updated February 4, 2026
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The days of the three-martini lunch may be over, but the business lunch is alive and well. What are some of the best restaurants for a business lunch in Atlanta? Here are a few of our favorites.
Buckhead
Alon’s Bakery & Market
Located at Phipps Plaza, the award-winning bakery and market is a staple in Atlanta where locals go for business and pleasure. With a wide selection of baked breads, pastries, fresh salads and gourmet sandwiches, you will find the perfect bite and ambiance for your business lunch. Alon’s Bakery and Market also has a location on the Eastside.
Where: 3500 Peachtree Road and 1394 North Highlands Ave. NE
Buckhead Village District
Buckhead Village District is the perfect stop for a business meeting. Discuss issues on a luxurious Parisian patio at Le Bilboquet, share Spanish tapas at Gypsy Kitchen, indulge in Italian deliciousness at Yeppa & Co, or get a coastal vibe at Carmel. Le Colonial’s Vietnamese fare is an option with an intimate setting, and Taverna’s Northern Italian food served in a spacious dining room is perfect for a conversation. Enjoy a taste of Japan at Brush Sushi where you may start with a sashimi salad with yuzu , add miso soup and finish with a cookie sandwich. Start with deviled eggs at Southern Gentleman before moving on to an iceberg wedge salad ahead of a main dish of short rib grilled cheese. Seal the deal over bourbon pecan bread pudding.
Where: 3035 Peachtree Road
Food Hall at Phipps Plaza
The 25,000-square-foot Food Hall at Phipps Plaza features local fast-casual favorites like Stackhouse Burgers, Wasabi Sushi & Ramen, Pizza Jeans and Mad Dad’s Philly’s.
Where: 3500 Peachtree Road NE
Capital Grille
This favorite of Atlanta business types offers comfortable elegance and food that ranges from cheeseburgers to mini tenderloin sandwiches with truffle fries.
Where: 255 East Paces Ferry Road NE
THE CHASTAIN
Executive chef Christopher Grossman offers a seasonal New American lunch menu in a modern elegant bistro on the edge of Chastain Park. For lunch, you have the option to grab something from the AM CAFÉ or make reservation for one of the dining rooms. You may sit indoors or outdoors in a relaxing setting. It’s the perfect place for a lunch meeting in the middle of the forest.
Where: 4320 Powers Ferry Road
Chops Lobster Bar
Chops Lobster Bar is part of the city’s acclaimed Buckhead Life Restaurant Group. The food is exceptional, and the name of the game is business. Located at Buckhead Plaza, Chops Lobster Bar is just as popular at night and offers great seafood as well as USDA prime aged beef.
Where: 70 West Paces Ferry Road NW
Corbu’s
The modern-rustic staple, tucked across the street from Lenox Square, offering artisan pizzas and veggie-forward appetizers.
Where: 3400 Around Lenox Road NE
Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse
Located at Phipps Plaza, Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse offers classic dishes such as crispy chicken livers, port balsamic glaze, glass Spinach and toasted pine nuts. One salad option is made up of argula, shaved Parmigiano, lemon olive oil plus warm spinach, roasted peppers, portobellos, goat cheese, balsamic, roasted beets, yogurt, pistachio brittle, ricotta salata, Manodori aceto, chopped romaine, green beans, chickpeas, egg, tomatoes, Niman bacon and blue cheese. Tagliatelle Bolognese brings braised veal, beef, pork and San Marzano tomatoes.
Where: 3500 Peachtree Road NE
F&B
This French bistro attracts the business crowd who wants exquisite European-style service and a cuisine that blends modern French with regional fare. With its selections of snacks, appetizers, salads, savory sandwiches and main entrees, F&B provides the perfect atmosphere to start a discussion or close a deal. Our favorites are the white bean soup, iceberg and spinach salad and seared trout.
Where: 3630 Peachtree Road NE
Mission + Market
Mission + Market offers inventive West Coast-inspired American fare. Right off Georgia 400 in Buckhead, Mission + Market is the masterpiece of chef Ian Winslade. The menu includes such items as seared black sea bass, oven-roasted Loch Duart salmon and a braised brisket sandwich.
Where: 3550 Lenox Road NE
The Palm
Located in the lobby of The Westin Buckhead, The Palm is the perfect location for a formal and intimate business meeting in Buckhead. The menu offers high-end steaks and seafood and a long list of wines and fine cocktails.
Where: 3391 Peachtree Road NE
South City Kitchen Buckhead
Meet and discuss over Southern classics at South City Kitchen, a sophisticated and elegant restaurant. With various locations, including Buckhead and Midtown, the restaurant has become a staple for business meetings during the week and relaxing brunches on the weekend.
Where: 3350 Peachtree Road NE and 1144 Crescent Ave. NE
Three Arches
Located in Hyatt Centric Buckhead Hotel, Three Arches offers a pan-Mediterranean menu with options for a hearty or light lunch in a stunning setting. Step into the Middle East and soak in all the natural light the restaurant has to offer. It is the perfect scenario for a productive business lunch in the heart of Buckhead. Just steps from Lenox Square, Three Arches offers valet parking, and self-parking is easily accessible just across the street.
Where: 3301 Lenox Parkway
Yebo Beach Haus
This restaurant features flavors from South Africa with traditional menu items from the region. Come to Yebo for an elevated business lunch, to make it feel like you’ve been transported to South Africa. On a nice day, dine in their shaded courtyard patio surrounded by plants and listen to the relaxing sounds of the fountain.
There is a cozy private dining room that can accommodate up to 20 guests.
Where: 56 East Andrews Drive NW
Downtown
AG, Modern Bar & Steakhouse
The AG, Modern Bar & Steakhouse inside the Ritz-Carlton in Downtown blends Southern style with seasonal ingredients. Choose from grilled steaks, seafood and popular cocktails — and enjoy all of it in a stylish setting. If your meeting involves a large group, check out The Kitchen, a beautifully designed private dining space with seating for 10. If your business dinner is private, consider The Hideout, a secluded corner that offers a level of intimacy with a privacy curtain and cozy leather booth.
Where: 181 Peachtree St.
Alma Cocina
Alma Cocina serves contemporary Mexican and Latin American cuisine with fresh ingredients and creative twists on old favorites. The roasted chicken mole is full of flavor, while the guacamole comes with three choices. The street tacos are a revelation with masa fried shrimp, chicken tinga verde and fried avocado. Alma Cocina also has a Buckhead location.
Where: 191 Peachtree St. NE
Amalfi Pizza
This traditional Neapolitan pizzeria centered around two 6,000-pound wood-burning brick ovens imported from Italy is centrally located Downtown near many offices and hotels. The 170-seat dining room has large semicircular booths, perfect for quiet business meetings.
Where: 17 Andrew Young International Blvd. NE
By George
Located in the Candler Hotel, this restaurant serves classic cuisine inspired by contemporary American cooking. The menu is spearheaded by two-time James Beard Award-winning chef Hugh Acheson. The beautiful setting and chef-driven menu are perfect for your next lunch meeting.
Where: 127 Peachtree St. NE
Corner Bakery
If you’re looking for a quick and casual experience for a lunch meeting, head to Corner Bakery for a delicious bite with plenty of healthy options. Grab a cup of coffee at the end and stay energized for the rest of the day.
Where: 270 West Peachtree St. NW
Cuts Steakhouse
Just a block off Peachtree Street, this steak house serves succulent steaks, short ribs and several Southern classics. Cuts Steakhouse provides a fine dining experience that includes drool-worthy Southern dishes such as shrimp and grits and fried lobster tail.
Where: 60 Andrew Young International Blvd. NE
Hard Rock Cafe
This popular spot features a chef-inspired menu. Don’t miss the steak burger. Located in the heart of Downtown with MARTA nearby, the Hard Rock Cafe is an ideal location to do business and catch up on the newest tunes. Hard Rock also offers a variety of private rooms and catering options for your next company lunch or gathering.
Where: 215 Peachtree St. NE
Ray’s in the City
Located steps from AmericasMart, in the heart of Downtown, Ray’s is a sound choice for a business meal. The menu offers everything from mussels to salads to blue plate specials. Insider tip: The crab cakes are a regulars’ favorite.
Where: 240 Peachtree St.
White Oak Kitchen & Cocktails
For premium whiskey and bourbon cocktails and a warm Southern meal, this modern-rustic hangout will serve you well. From the tasty American cuisine to the uniquely crafted cocktails, the creative zest at White Oak Kitchen & Cocktails will definitely impress your associates.
Where: 270 Peachtree St. NW
Midtown
5Church Restaurant
5Church is one of the go-to Midtown places for a business lunch. Located at Colony Square, 5Church offers an edgy interior design, Southern hospitality and a varied menu. Be sure to try the shrimp & grits. There also is a 5Church in Buckhead.
Where: 1197 Peachtree St. NE
Bar Margot
Located at the Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta, Bar Margot serves new American eats with signature cocktails in a plush atmosphere. The elegant and intimate setting is ideal for important business meetings.
Where: 75 Fourteenth St. NE
Elise
Located at the Woodruff Arts Center, home of the Alliance Theater and Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Elise offers carrot and coriander soup plus arugula salad. More options include the griddled Mortedella sandwich and the Elsie Burger. Can’t beat a lemon tart for dessert.
Where: 1280 Peachtree St. NE
El Valle
Showcasing the unique flavors that make up Mexico’s gastronomy, El Valle offers a contemporary flair to your favorite Mexican dishes with a long list of options when it comes to Latin American wines and craft cocktails. The modern and elegant setting is perfect for a productive business meeeting.
Where: 800 Peachtree St. NE
El Viñedo Local
The quaint El Viñedo Local serves South American eats with options like empanadas and ceviche. Need to get work done? This restaurant is the perfect spot with plenty of seating options on the outdoor patio as well as sleek inside seating.
Where: 730 Peachtree St. NE.
Hartley Kitchen & Cocktails
Located at The Kimpton Shane Hotel, Hartley offers traditional American dishes with a Southern influence, focusing on fresh ingredients. The menu includes seasonal salads, gourmet sandwiches and delightful entrees such as grilled hanger steak and seared chicken breast.
Where: 1340 West Peachtree St. NW
Nan Thai Fine Dining
Nan Thai Fine Dining is a favorite of Atlantans looking for a place to conduct a meeting with delicious food that is beautifully prepared. Want to know how good the food is? When golfer Vijay Singh hosted the Champion’s Dinner in Augusta in 2002, he requested chef Nan to cater it.
Where: 1350 Spring St. NW
The Salad Bar at Loews Atlanta Hotel
Located at Loews Atlanta Hotel, The Salad Bar, open Tuesday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m., offers lunch with a choice of protein (shrimp, chicken, or beef), chef’s soup of the day and the dessert of the day for $22 per person.
Where: 1065 Peachtree St. NE
Saints + Council
In the heart of Midtown, Saints + Council is a reliable option for your next business meeting. You can enjoy chef Jerry Lawrence‘s innovative menu with fresh ingredients locally sourced in an elegant setting. Choose a ricotta cavatelli pasta, the Brasstown beef meatballs or the Chilean sea bass. The flavors will never disappoint.
Where: 1221 Peachtree St. NE
South City Kitchen Midtown
Meet and close the deal over Southern classics at South City Kitchen, a sophisticated and elegant restaurant. With various locations, including Buckhead and Midtown, the restaurant has become a staple for business meetings during the week and relaxing brunches on the weekend.
Where: 3350 Peachtree Road NE and 1144 Crescent Ave. NE
STK Steakhouse
The New York-based STK Steakhouse is a prime choice if you’re looking for guaranteed satisfaction when it comes to cocktails and savory grilled meats for a business lunch in Midtown.
Where: 1075 Peachtree St. NE
Politan Row at Colony Square
A foodie destination in Midtown Atlanta, Politan Row at Colony Square is home to an eclectic mix of dining options. Food vendors span the culinary globe with options such as Pretty Little Taco, Tandoori Pizza & Wing Co., Unbelibubble and Federal Burger. There is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and you can also make a reservation for a table ahead of your meeting to secure your space.
Where: 1197 Peachtree St. NE
Westside
Chattahoochee Food Works
The 22,000-square-foot Chattahoochee Food Works features some of the best of the city’s storied culinary scene. Located at the center of The Works, an adaptive mixed-use development with retail, office, residential and green space on Atlanta’s Upper Westside, the food hall houses a full-service bar and culinary tenants including Cubanos ATL, Báhn Mì Station, Graffiti Breakfast, Delilah’s Everyday Soul, Selvasana and plenty more. This food hall is perfect for a casual business meeting or for a group.
Where: 1235 Chattahoochee Ave. NW
The Daily
With locations in the Westside, Eastside and Buckhead, The Daily offers options for a quick and delicious lunch meeting in a casual setting. Go for options like the loaded avocado bowl with chicken shawarma or a loaded burrito, accompanied with a nutritious juice, invigorating gourmet coffee or a colorful smoothy.
Where: 763 Trabert Ave. NW and 100 Hurt St. NE. In Buckhead at 3705 Northside Parkway NW
Sammy’s
For a no-fuss lunch, head to Sammy’s, where lunch is served from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Sandwiches include the Miami Sami, which is a smoked pork Cuban with mojo mayo. There’s a grilled cheese with veggies and chutney, and a Greek salad, too. Add chips, coleslaw, a pickle and wrap up with a chocolate chip cookie. Now, back to the office.
Where: 565 Northside Drive SW
Souper Jenny
Meet for business over a home-cooked meal. Year-round, you can’t beat the taste and comfort of a soup from Souper Jenny. Can’t choose between the salads, the soups or the sandwiches made with fresh ingredients? Not to worry, you can try them all with one of the lunch combos. Lucky for you, there are Souper Jennys on the Westside and in Buckhead.
Where: 1082 Huff Road NW
Eastside
Daily Chew
Between the chicken truffle sandwich and the loaded fries, you will have plenty of options at this low-key, laid-back restaurant. Come for a quick lunch business meeting and stay a while after getting your work done. The vibe, the decor and the food are energizing.
Where: 2127 Liddell Drive NE
Krog Street Market
Along the Beltline’s Eastside Trail, Krog Street Market offers options for lunch. Take your business meeting here and enjoy the communal seating inside, or sit outside for a more private space. This is certainly best for a more relaxed meeting. Not only that, the food at Gu’s Dumplings, Fred’s Meat & Bread, Makimono, and Nina & Rafi will not disappoint. Sweeten things up with an ice cream from Jeni’s and pick your energy back up with a coffee from The Little Tart Bakeshop. Of course, these are only some of the endless options at Krog Street Market.
Where: 99 Krog St. NE
Northern China Eatery
Long a favorite on Atlanta’s Buford Highway, Northern China Eatery has opened a restaurant on the Atlanta Beltline. Favorites including dumplings, pork buns and noodles are now available on Aubun Avenue.
Where: 665 Auburn Ave. NE
Patria Cocina
Travel through flavors to Mexico City at Patria Cocina. Serving elevated authentic Mexican cuisine in a modern environment, this restaurant offers great options for lunch to enjoy inside or on the beautiful patio.
Where: 1039 Grant St. SE
Ponce City Market
Ponce City Market can get loud and vibrant, but in the best way possible. Grab food at one of the many restaurants and take it upstairs to the second floor for a more intimate business meeting away from the crowds. At Ponce City Market you can devour a shamarma from Bibi, a juicy burger at H&F Burger, the perfect Cuban sandwich at El Super Pan or a flavorful dish at Botiwalla. The options are endless and are sure to please even the pickiest palates.
Where: 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE
Superica
If you are at Krog Street Market, but communal sitting is not for you, head over to Superica and grab a table. Superica serves Tex-Mex food in a setting that will make you feel like you have traveled to a Texas border town. The food is packed with flavors, spices and lots of cheese — lots of cheese. Order the enchiladas while you make business decisions, and get the Frida Margarita to celebrate. Superica also has a location on the Westside.
Where: 99 Krog St. NE
Around Town
Canoe
Canoe is a popular spot for business people who want to get away and enjoy a peaceful lunch along the Chattahoochee River. Located in Vinings, Canoe offers a wide-ranging menu that aims to please.
Where: 4199 Paces Ferry Road SE
Find great places to eat in every Atlanta neighborhood and make your business lunch a success.
Originally Published November 1, 2022
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