Here's some food for thought: According to an OpenTable report, table for one reservations have increased 62 percent in the last two years. Leading the pack is Atlanta's own South City Kitchen Midtown, which was cited in the report as one of the "Top 25 Restaurants for Solo Diners in [the] U.S." That means there's no need to plan with people when you can happily be a party of one and still have the best seat in the house.
When you’re ready to treat yourself to a sensuous night out or enjoy breakfast as a casual restaurant with good food and short waits, plan to visit the follow four restaurants. Keep one thing in mind: Dining solo does not have to mean sitting at the bar.
Now, go. Table for one, please.
Vine & Tap: Yes, it's a gastropub. In Buckhead. But, once you're seated on one of the purple banquettes, breathe a sigh of relief, settle in and prepare to be dazzled by an extensive menu of award-winning wine and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. For an appetizer, try the braised short ribs slider and for dinner, the yellowtail snapper. By dessert, you'll be glad you didn't have share.
South City Kitchen Midtown: What's better than a 1920s bungalow replete with a fireplace? One that serves sophisticated southern fare. Here, enjoy Caribbean-spiced quail for an appetizer and a smoky grilled pork chop with bacon fat fingerlings for dinner. For brunch, the Springer Mountain chicken and waffle is almost enough for two, but thank goodness you're a party of one. Be sure to make a reservation for the best seat in the house, which is upstairs, adjacent to the wrought iron rail, with unobstructed views of the bar and door.
Southern Art: For a second, take in the beauty of the artful ceiling décor and the Versailles chairs. After, prepare yourself for superb service and scrumptious menu choices in a very welcoming atmosphere. Everything—down to baby carrots—are prepared to perfection. If this is your carefree calorie night, opt for the 12-layer red velvet cake.
Egg Harbor Café: With three locations in metro Atlanta, this casual breakfast and lunch cafe is where you want to eat when you don't feel like cooking. The food is good and inexpensive—a platter of blueberry pancakes, organic eggs and a side of bacon or sausage will run you about $11. If you dine at the Buckhead location, be sure to walk toward the bathroom where the feel-good wall art displays a warm message.
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