13 Essential Atlanta Brunch Restaurants

by Jasmine Crockett@xojasminec Updated May 15, 2017, 12:15pm EDT

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by Jasmine Crockett@xojasminec Updated May 15, 2017, 12:15pm EDT

When the weekend rolls around, many Atlantans' schedules include brunch with friends. Restaurants throughout the city are providing more and more opportunities to enjoy this late-morning, early-afternoon breakfast-lunch meal, and judging by the massive crowds seen around town, locals can't get enough. Here, now, is a list of 13 must-try brunch spots, mapped north to south.

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Buttermilk Kitchen

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This Buckhead staple opens at 8 a.m. for brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Diners would be advised to try the duck hash, with pulled duck, Yukon Gold potatoes, farm greens and a sunny-side duck egg.

4225 Roswell Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30342

(678) 732-3274

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Canoe

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After a long week, what could be more relaxing than enjoying brunch along the Chattahoochee river? Beautiful views and the opportunity to fill up on delicious biscuits come during brunch service each Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

4199 Paces Ferry Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30339

(770) 432-2663

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The General Muir

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A sunny restaurant inspired by the delis of New York City, The General Muir's weekend brunch offerings include smoked hash; a pastrami, egg, and cheese sandwich; and what might be the best bagels in the South.

1540 Avenue Pl NE Ste B-230, Atlanta, GA 30329

(678) 927-9131

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Star Provisions

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At its new Westside home on Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard, Star Provisions serves breakfast entrees and sandwiches — like the French omelet baguette with herbs and Pierre Robert cheese — Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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1460 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

(404) 365-0410

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Morningside Kitchen

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Morningside Kitchen’s brunch offers items such as locally sourced bacon and sausage, cage-free eggs, and roasted espresso. There’s also a breakfast burger, with house-ground chuck, cheddar, a sunny-side egg, and bacon jam.

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1397 N Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

(404) 347-9747

West Egg Café

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Pulled pork Benedict, eggs with bacon, and a biscuit are some of the popular items at West Egg Cafe, which sits in the heart of Atlanta's Westside. Southern comfort in a modern, energetic environment is what diners can expect upon walking in.

1100 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

(404) 872-3973

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Murphy's

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This restaurant is hailed as one of Atlanta’s top standbys, and it has been for more than 35 years. Located in the heart of Virginia-Highland, weekend brunch features Eggs T. Murphy (the restaurant’s take on traditional eggs Benedict), crab cake Benedict, chilaquiles, and more.

997 Virginia Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

(404) 872-0904

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8 Arm

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Located on Ponce de Leon Avenue in Virginia-Highland, 8 Arm's brunch has become recognized as one of Atlanta's best. In particular, chef Sarah Dodge's biscuits receive rave reviews.