Restaurants near CNN Center

24 restaurants available nearby

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1. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Centennial Park

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 96 times today

Your first visit will tell you why serious steak lovers around the world choose to dine at Ruth's Chris Steak House. Ruth's Chris is acclaimed world-wide for its USDA Prime Midwestern beef - aged to perfection, broiled at 1800 degrees to lock in the corn-fed flavor and served the signature Ruth's Chris way ... SIZZLING. Chilean Seabass, a mouthwatering Ahi Tuna, crab cakes and lamb are equally as outstanding. You'll also enjoy New Orleans inspired appetizers like Barbecued Shrimp and Mushrooms Stuffed with Crabmeat. Salads, vegetables and potatoes are generous enough to share. And, to complement your dining experience select a sumptuous wine from Ruth's Chris' award-winning wine list that boasts over 200 select vintages. Top it all off with a delectable Ruth's Chris dessert - like the Warm Apple Crumb Tart or the Chocolate Sin Cake. Stunning views of Centennial Olympic Park, too. This is one big, thick juicy experience that is sure to excite all your senses.

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2. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Atlanta (CNN Center)

4.1

Excellent(4393)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 59 times today

Visit McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks in Atlanta's exclusive and interactive entertainment venue, the CNN Center, also home to the luxurious Omni Hotel and Cable News Network's global headquarters. Visitors and locals can visit the 21 acre Centennial Olympic Park - home to the 1996 World Olympics, the World Congress Center, the State Farm Arena, the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coke Museum, and the Georgia Dome, all conveniently located next to McCormick & Schmick's.From fresh seafood and shellfish to Steak and garden fresh salads, our goal is to exceed your dining expectations.As our guest, you will experience culinary excellence at its best. Our menus reflect seafood from the Pacific Rim, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico. We also source products from local ranches, farms, and wineries to showcase regionally inspired dishes.

3. Thrive

4.2

Awesome(1648)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 46 times today

Thrive is an upscale casual restaurant where food, drink & lounge meet pleasing taste buds from around the world since 2007 with award winning dishes & specialty cocktails. Our salads, sandwiches, soups, sushi, steak, seafood & so much more are all prepared using the highest quality and freshest ingredients. Thrive is pleased to offer a stimulating wine list as well as a great selection of beer and sake. Join us for our After Work Mixer Monday – Friday from 4pm-7pm for $5 appetizers & specialty cocktails.Come see why Jezebel Magazine voted Thrive in their top 100 Atlanta Restaurants three consecutive years, and Restaurant and Bar Magazine voted Thrive in their top 100 venues.

4. New South Kitchen

3.6

Very Good(45)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to New South Kitchen, where the heart and soul of Southern regional cuisine are reimagined with a modern twist. Our culinary journey celebrates the vibrant traditions of the South while embracing innovative flavors and techniques, inviting you to Harvest, Taste, and Create unforgettable dining experiences.At New South Kitchen, we believe in the power of fresh, locally-sourced ingredients to elevate classic Southern dishes. From farm-fresh vegetables to sustainably-raised meats, we bring the best of the South to your table.The breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus at New South Kitchen is a true celebration of Southern tastes, offering a curated selection of dishes that highlight the diverse culinary heritage of the region. Savor the smoky depth of our hickory-grilled meats, the vibrant tang of pickled vegetables, and the comforting warmth of our house-made biscuits. Every bite tells a story, weaving together the past and present of Southern cuisine.

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5. Margaritaville - Atlanta

3.3

Good(63)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

Escape to Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville, located at Centennial Park surrounded by Atlanta's most popular attractions such as the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, College Football Hall of Fame, and the SkyView Atlanta Ferris wheel. From photo-worthy views to a suspended airplane, Margaritaville is more than a restaurant; it's a state of mind. Margaritaville has everything you need to have a good time with great island-inspired food, several unique bars, live music, and two levels of seating overlooking the dynamic downtown Atlanta entertainment district. Chill out with a margarita at the Tiki Bar, License To Chill Bar, or 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar.

6. Dos Bocas

3.9

Excellent(15)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Authentic Cajun and Tex-Mex Flavor!Dos Bocas is the result of our founders' travels through Louisiana and Texas, where they savored the best local cuisine. They meticulously selected their favorite recipes and combined them to create a unique dining experience. The people they encountered during their journey and the authentic flavors they discovered became the cornerstone of our restaurant.

7. Ray's in the City

4.6

Exceptional(6930)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 143 times today

Ray's in the City offers seafood flown-in-daily, prime steaks & chops, an award-winning wine list, hand-crafted cocktails, and a professional service staff. We look forward to serving you!

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8. The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View

4.3

Awesome(8946)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 216 times today

The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View welcomes diners to enjoy its modern, upscale setting and unbeatable views. Standing 723 feet above Peachtree Street, The Sun Dial is Atlanta's only tri-level dining complex that offers 360-degree panoramic views of the city's skyline. Diners enjoy seasonal contemporary-American dishes, inspired by local ingredients.With spectacular views and tantalizing menus to create the perfect ambiance, The Sun Dial Restaurant Bar & View truly is the ultimate Atlanta dining experience. *PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR ROTATION FEATURE IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE.IN THE MEANTIME, YOU MAY STILL ENJOY THE 360 DEGREE VIEWS AT THE SUN DIAL*

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9. By George - Atlanta

4.6

Exceptional(825)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 14 times today

The Candler Hotel's restaurant, By George, is located on famed Peachtree Street and offers a Contemporary American menu and wine program for curious palettes-

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10. Amalfi Cucina + Mercato / Downtown Atlanta

4.0

Excellent(1275)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 51 times today

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, Amalfi Cucina & Mercato - Downtown Atlanta is a traditional Neapolitan trattoria centered around an open kitchen featuring a 6,000 pound wood-burning brick oven imported from Italy. The 170 seat dining room also has large semicircular booths, custom wrought iron chandeliers along with Juliet balconies overlooking an Italian-inspired entryway. Originating in and the true pizza of Naples in the 1600s, Vera Pizza Napoletana is 12 inches or less in size, made from simple fresh quality ingredients from the Campania region of Italy and cooked at temperatures in excess of 900 degrees in approximately 60 seconds. Just launched, a new menu which includes many fresh pastas, salads, appetizers and desserts, including beautiful imported gelato. Enjoy a full bar with local beer on tap, exclusive wine list and specialty cocktails in beautiful Downtown Atlanta.

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5.0
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Delicious dinner- perfect filet and tasty sides. Chocolate sin cake was decadent!
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Quality food Good service Manager Alex treated us very well Reservation went smoothly
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Liana
Miami - Dade •3 reviews
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Absolutely fabulous!!! From the meal to the service to the price!! Highly recommend
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ThrivePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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Doris
Atlanta Metro •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
Service was excellent, as was the food! We had breakfast on a Saturday morning and it was well worth it.
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New South KitchenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• Downtown
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TamaraVIP
Atlanta Metro •18 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 7, 2024
Margaritaville is a convenient location to eat when staying at the Wyndom suites. Service was good and food options are varied. We enjoyed our evening.
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24 restaurants available nearby

1. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Centennial Park

2. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Atlanta (CNN Center)

3. Thrive

4. New South Kitchen

5. Margaritaville - Atlanta

6. Dos Bocas

7. Ray's in the City

8. The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View

9. By George - Atlanta

10. Amalfi Cucina + Mercato / Downtown Atlanta

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