From Atlanta, Brunswick, Marietta and beyond, Georgia has sent a steady stream of restaurants to Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives over the years. We gathered the spots Guy Fieri has featured across the state, kept the ones still open and still beloved, and ranked the top 20 by how much diners actually love them. Consider it your Georgia road-trip eating list.

1. Marietta Diner (Marietta)

American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.5★ (21,508 Google reviews)

Marietta Diner earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 21,508 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 3, Episode 5 — “A World of Flavors” (April 7, 2008)
Address: 306 Cobb Pkwy SE, Marietta, GA 30060
Phone: +1 770-423-9390
Website: www.mariettadiner.com
See the full Marietta Diner listing →

2. Rreal Tacos (Atlanta)

Mexican · $ · 4.8★ (13,251 Google reviews)

Known for Mexican plates, Rreal Tacos still draws a crowd — a 4.8-star rating from 13,251 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 10 — “Handy Helpings” (January 25, 2019)
Address: 100 6th St NE #110, Atlanta, GA 30308
Phone: +1 404-458-5887
Website: www.rrealtacos.com
See the full Rreal Tacos listing →

3. Southern Soul Barbeque (St. Simons Island)

BBQ, Southern · $$ · 4.6★ (3,431 Google reviews)

The low-and-slow barbecue at Southern Soul Barbeque clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 3,431 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 9, Episode 13 — “Old Time Attitude” (August 9, 2010)
Address: 2020 Demere Rd, St Simons Island, GA 31522
Phone: +1 912-638-7685
Website: www.southernsoulbbq.com
See the full Southern Soul Barbeque listing →

4. Buttermilk Kitchen (Atlanta)

BBQ, Breakfast, Southern · $$ · 4.6★ (3,406 Google reviews)

Buttermilk Kitchen is one of the area’s go-to spots for low-and-slow barbecue, with a strong 4.6 stars from 3,406 reviews.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 23, Episode 4 — “From Biscuits to Briskets” (August 7, 2015)
• Season 33, Episode 11 — “Takeout: Carnivore Delivery” (March 19, 2021)
Address: 4225 Roswell Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30342
Phone: +1 678-732-3274
Website: buttermilkkitchen.com
See the full Buttermilk Kitchen listing →

5. Folk Art (Atlanta)

Breakfast, Sandwich, Southern, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.4★ (2,829 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for a knockout breakfast, Folk Art keeps a 4.4-star rating across 2,829 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 23, Episode 3 — “Tri-Continent Cuisine” (July 31, 2015)
Address: 465 N Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
Phone: +1 404-537-4492
Website: folkartrestaurant.com/folkartrestaurant-inmanparkutm_sourcegoogle
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6. The Silver Skillet (Atlanta)

Breakfast, Southern · $ · 4.5★ (2,711 Google reviews)

The Silver Skillet earned its spot on the show for a knockout breakfast that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 2,711 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 5, Episode 8 — “Just Like Yesterday” (January 26, 2009)
Address: 200 14th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Phone: +1 404-874-1388
Website: silverskillet.com
See the full The Silver Skillet listing →

7. Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours (Atlanta)

American, Southern · $$ · 4.4★ (2,406 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 2,406 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 12 — “Whole Lotta Comfort” (February 15, 2019)
Address: 1133 Huff Rd NW #D, Atlanta, GA 30318
Phone: +1 404-350-5500
Website: www.twistedsoulatl.com
See the full Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours listing →

8. Hankook Taqueria (Atlanta)

Mexican, Asian, Dessert · $ · 4.7★ (2,165 Google reviews)

The Mexican plates at Hankook Taqueria clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.7-star rating across 2,165 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 16 — “Mega Meat and Sweet Treats” (March 29, 2019)
Address: 1341 Collier Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
Phone: +1 404-352-8881
Website: www.mytakorea.com/location/takorea-hankook
See the full Hankook Taqueria listing →

9. Colonnade (Atlanta)

Southern · $$ · 4.4★ (2,000 Google reviews)

Colonnade is one of the area’s go-to spots for Southern home cooking, with a strong 4.4 stars from 2,000 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 4, Episode 8 — “Better Than Ever” (September 22, 2008)
Address: 1879 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
Phone: +1 404-874-5642
Website: www.thecolonnadeatl.com
See the full Colonnade listing →

10. Chazito’s Latin Cuisine (Pooler)

American, Mexican · $$ · 4.5★ (1,730 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, Chazito’s Latin Cuisine keeps a 4.5-star rating across 1,730 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 37, Episode 8 — “Sloppy, Saucy and Stuffed” (July 7, 2023)
Address: 217 US-80, Pooler, GA 31322
Phone: +1 912-348-3373
Website: www.chazitos.com
See the full Chazito’s Latin Cuisine listing →

11. Indigo Coastal Shanty (Brunswick)

American, Mexican, Burger, Sandwich, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.8★ (1,585 Google reviews)

Indigo Coastal Shanty earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.8-star average from 1,585 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 39, Episode 3 — “From the Seas and Overseas” (March 15, 2024)
Address: 1402 Reynolds St, Brunswick, GA 31520
Phone: +1 912-265-2007
Website: indigoshanty.com
See the full Indigo Coastal Shanty listing →

12. Tassa’s Roti Shop (Marietta)

Other · $$ · 4.5★ (1,410 Google reviews)

Known for a one-of-a-kind menu, Tassa’s Roti Shop still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 1,410 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 42, Episode 1 — “Trinidad, Thailand and Italy” (July 11, 2025)
Address: 224 Powers Ferry Rd, Marietta, GA 30067
Phone: +1 770-977-3163
Website: tassarotishop.com
See the full Tassa’s Roti Shop listing →

13. Yakitori Jinbei (Smyrna)

Chicken · $$ · 4.5★ (1,389 Google reviews)

The fried chicken at Yakitori Jinbei clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 1,389 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 11 — “Round the World Roundup” (February 8, 2019)
Address: 2421 Cobb Pkwy SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
Phone: +1 770-818-9215
Website: www.yakitorijinbei.com
See the full Yakitori Jinbei listing →

14. Reid’s Apothecary (Brunswick)

American, Mexican · $$ · 4.6★ (986 Google reviews)

Reid’s Apothecary is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.6 stars from 986 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 39, Episode 6 — “Tortas, Tomatoes and Tequila” (December 6, 2024)
Address: 1618 Newcastle St, Brunswick, GA 31520
Phone: +1 912-689-3076
Website: www.reidsapothecary.com
See the full Reid’s Apothecary listing →

15. Sea Wolf Tybee (Tybee Island)

Seafood, Southern · $$ · 4.6★ (784 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for fresh seafood, Sea Wolf Tybee keeps a 4.6-star rating across 784 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 37, Episode 6 — “Seafood, Spice & Soul” (April 28, 2023)
Address: 106 S Campbell Ave, Tybee Island, GA 31328
Phone: +1 719-266-2837
Website: www.seawolftybee.com
See the full Sea Wolf Tybee listing →

16. LowCountry Steak (Atlanta)

BBQ, Southern · $$$ · 4.5★ (755 Google reviews)

LowCountry Steak earned its spot on the show for low-and-slow barbecue that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 755 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 39, Episode 1 — “Smokin' Southern Decadence” (December 29, 2023)
Address: 1010 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
Phone: +1 770-213-0830
Website: www.lowcountry-restaurants.com
See the full LowCountry Steak listing →

17. Big Bon (Savannah)

Breakfast, Pizza, Sandwich · $$ · 4.6★ (717 Google reviews)

Known for a knockout breakfast, Big Bon still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 717 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 37, Episode 5 — “Pick-Me-Ups” (April 14, 2023)
Address: 2011 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401
Phone: +1 912-250-7921
Website: bigbonbodega.com
See the full Big Bon listing →

18. The Garage at Victory North (Savannah)

Mexican · 4.7★ (480 Google reviews)

The Mexican plates at The Garage at Victory North clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.7-star rating across 480 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 37, Episode 7 — “Down South & South of the Border” (May 19, 2023)
Address: 2603 Whitaker St, Savannah, GA 31401
Phone: +1 912-323-2616
Website: victorynorthsavannah.com
See the full The Garage at Victory North listing →

19. Golden Isles Olive Oil Restaurant (St. Simons Island)

Other · $$ · 4.4★ (354 Google reviews)

Golden Isles Olive Oil Restaurant is one of the area’s go-to spots for a one-of-a-kind menu, with a strong 4.4 stars from 354 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 38, Episode 16 — “Bird, Belly and Beef” (February 23, 2024)
Address: 1609 Frederica Rd, St Simons Island, GA 31522
Phone: +1 912-602-9736
Website: www.goldenislesoliveoil.com
See the full Golden Isles Olive Oil Restaurant listing →

20. How Crispy Express (Atlanta)

Chicken · $$ · 4.6★ (287 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for fried chicken, How Crispy Express keeps a 4.6-star rating across 287 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 41, Episode 12 — “Funky Flavors” (June 20, 2025)
Address: 71 Georgia Ave SE Unit B, Atlanta, GA 30312
Phone: +1 678-705-3531
Website: www.howcrispy.com
See the full How Crispy Express listing →