Best Restaurants for People Watching in Vinings

26 restaurants available nearby

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1. Cru Food and Wine Bar - The Battery

4.6

Exceptional(80)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Cumberland

Booked 9 times today

From baseball to bull-riding, karaoke to concerts, The Battery offers more entertainment options within walking distance than any other neighborhood in Atlanta. Whether you’re looking to catch up with friends after a show, or unwind after the big game, or a place to relax after a day of shopping, CRÚ Atlanta is sure to put a smile on your face. Recurring events at this location include Sunday Brunch, Pizza Monday and Champagne Thursday. Drop on by, and let us take care of you!

2. The Garden Room

4.7

Exceptional(2370)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Buckhead

Booked 83 times today

Welcome to our Garden. A place to celebrate, unwind and step away from the noise of life. An unexpected escape from the routine. Experience an unforgettable chef-driven cuisine and indulge in innovative cocktails while surrounded by lush florals that warmly welcome you. The sense of community and euphoria will captivate one’s sense of belongingness. A 15 minute grace period is allocated to each reservation, before cancellation. Kindly note, all guests in your party must arrive prior to being seated. Valet parking is available at St. Regis Atlanta. The cost is $15 after validation. Please validate your ticket at the host stand. *We are unable to validate self-parking.

3. Yeppa & Co

4.6

Exceptional(622)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Buckhead

Booked 135 times today

Welcome to YEPPA & Co.! Named for a verbal exclamation expressing joy and excitement. Created by the minds behind Storico Fresco and Forza Storico, our menu draws inspiration from the sun-kissed coastal city of Rimini in Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, nestled along the Adriatic Sea. Picture a culinary journey featuring cured meats and cheeses, grilled skewers, seafood dishes, focaccia pizza and panini, as well as hearty house-made pastas. Rev up the excitement in our F1-themed space, where Italian-inspired cocktails flow and the adrenaline of F1 races fills the air. Join us, and let's find YEPPA together!

4. The Select

4.7

Exceptional(4268)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sandy Springs

Booked 64 times today

The Select Restaurant + Bar is inspired by Le Select in Paris and features a menu consisted of contemporary continental cuisine with a French influence. The comfortable 1920s architecture features spacious ceilings designed so you enjoy casual conversation at your table. We strive to be a 5-star experience. Please see our dinner menu at TheSelectAtl.comOUTDOOR PREFERENCE AVAILABLE ON REQUESTOur roaring 20s bar features inventive cocktails and carefully chosen wines, open until 12 Friday and Saturday, and Monday for Industry Night.We are located next to Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center and Sandy Springs City Hall. The underground parking deck has 2-hours free parking and our hostess will validate your ticket for up to 4 hours. The Select pays homage to Paris’ famed Le Select brasserie — the notable all-day gathering spot for artists and literary giants of the 1920's.

5. Nobu Atlanta

4.5

Awesome(1134)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Buckhead

Booked 87 times today

Nobu Atlanta is situated at Phipps Plaza in the affluent Buckhead neighborhood. With influence from Atlanta's lush canopy of trees and Japanese arts and crafts, the bar and lounge area features a white onyx bar volume that sits in front of a 12-foot-long river rock art installation while folded cast glass pendants cast a soft glow on the bar. The dining room takes you to traditional Japanese garden pavilions that were often used for ceremonies and rituals while overscale pendants made from shoji paper create the look of elongated, abstracted paper lanterns. Design language that is a continuation of Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's imaginative and innovative culinary offerings celebrates nature and is integrated through the use of different wood tones

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6. Le Bilboquet - Atlanta

4.6

Exceptional(3147)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Buckhead

Booked 37 times today

Upscale French Bistro. Signature dishes include the Cajun Chicken and Tuna Tartare along with Crab and Avocado salad, Duck Confit and steaming bowl of Mussels.Dress to ImpressWe politely request smart, sophisticated and proper attire. Full-on athletic gym wear and baseball hats are not permitted indoors.Your understanding is much appreciated.Merci!We do have Dj’s on selects Saturdays from 1pm until 5pm. Expect high volume music, fun and festive atmosphere. Please ask us for the DJ Calendar.Sunday Only: Last call for Brunch is 2:45pm after that would be a limited Menu.

7. Carmel

4.7

Exceptional(407)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Buckhead

Booked 29 times today

Carmel is a love letter to the coast—the ocean breeze, the freedom, the elements that make you feel so good when you’re next to the water. We serve Contemporary Seafood and embrace a gastronomic narrative centered around the celebration of premium seafood and seasonal produce. From the cozy yet elegant interior to the seasonal menu and craft cocktails, every detail reflects our passion for the oceanside experience.Our menu showcases high-quality, sustainable seafood skillfully paired with fresh, local ingredients. Whether it's sophisticated crudos, wood-fired oysters, fish, lobster, and dry-aged steak, or vibrant cocktails, we would love to take you on a journey to your favorite waterfront destination. Let the ocean breeze carry you away...Weekday Lunch is served at Carmel’s Bar. We do not accept reservations for lunch, though walk-ins are always welcome at any time of day.

8. TWO urban licks

4.6

Exceptional(12007)

Price: Expensive

• American • Poncey-Highland

Booked 120 times today

Reservation Strongly RecommendedEnjoy dinner and brunch/lunch on our large patio with Beltline views or in the main dining room.

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9. South City Kitchen Midtown

4.6

Exceptional(6911)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southern) • Midtown

Booked 90 times today

South City Kitchen Midtown serves Southern classics with a sophisticated spin from an iconic bungalow in the heart of Midtown Atlanta. Since opening more than two decades ago and changing the landscape of Southern cuisine and the Atlanta restaurant scene, we’ve been serving signature dishes like fried chicken and shrimp & grits alongside innovative, inspired regional cuisine.Our nationally-recognized food and wine list and service come together seamlessly for weekday lunch, weekend brunch, nightly dinner and group dining events.Whether you’re in Atlanta on business, enjoying a romantic night out on the town or meeting up with friends before a show, dine with us and enjoy the best contemporary southern food in Atlanta.

10. Beetlecat

4.6

Exceptional(3011)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Inman Park

Booked 52 times today

Featuring raw oysters and fresh seafood with international influences from executive chef Eddie Barrett, BeetleCat is a trendy restaurant and bar in Atlanta’s Inman Park neighborhood. The menu transports you to the New England coast at the upstairs dining room and oyster bar, while the downstairs Den lends itself to a 70s surf shack. Enjoy fresh air on one of the two patios, both upstairs and downstairs. BeetleCat is open nightly for dinner and offers brunch in the Den on Saturdays and Sundays.

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26 restaurants available nearby

1. Cru Food and Wine Bar - The Battery

2. The Garden Room

3. Yeppa & Co

4. The Select

5. Nobu Atlanta

6. Le Bilboquet - Atlanta

7. Carmel

8. TWO urban licks

9. South City Kitchen Midtown

10. Beetlecat

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