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  • Breakfast and Weekend Brunch
  • Lunch and Dinner
  • Take Out

The OK Cafe opened its doors in 1987 and so great was the longing for a true Southern restaurant that by the end of the first week it had become an Atlanta phenomenon with crowds standing in line to get in. Today it serves more customers than any other full service restaurant in Georgia. People come to the OK Cafe for the quality of the food and the sort of menu your grandmother would make for Sunday dinner, if you had a grandma who could cook that is. Mix in an uncle who was a short order cook at the best grill in town, and you've got the family recipes that make the OK Cafe so popular. Add to the family tree an aunt with a sense of fun who created an art-filled environment, and it's easy to see how this ongoing party, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, became the home-away-from-home for so many.

MarkerO K Cafe

4 Star Rating - Very good 10 reviews – Review O K Cafe

(404) 233-2888

1284 W Paces Ferry Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30327

Editorial Description by Citysearch
Updated old-school diner draws both the business crowd and Buckhead partiers.
Rated 9.3 out of 10 by Citysearch.

10 Reviews of O K Cafe in Atlanta

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Bad Experience  4 Star Rating - Very good

I have been to the OK Cafe about 3 times and the food was excellent! However, the last time I was there both the Meatloaf and the Pot Roast was horrible. The Meatloaf that use to have a meaty and hearty texture tasted like it had too many fillers and not enough meat. The Pot Roast was dry, stringy and tough. I don't know whether or not they have new cooks, but compared to my visits before this, I was surprised and very disappointed. Especially so, because I had raved about it so much to my friends and brought a guest with me. She said she never wanted to go back.
Ok Cafe: For the sake of customers like me, who love to cook and know what good food is suppose to taste like, STEP IT UP!

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Favorite place for weekend brunch  4 Star Rating - Very good

OK Cafe is a neighborhood favorite for families. It's great for brunch too, but be prepared to wait on weekends, as it is very popular! Reasonably priced for the huge portions you get - usually $20-30 for a couple. Fast service, and the servers have always been friendly and helpful.

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Mostly Great Experience  4 Star Rating - Very good

The sweet tea was the best I've ever had! I ordered the turkey and dressing dinner which was mostly good. What bothered me was the dressing had green pepper in it and the cranberry sauce had crunchy things added to it--not exactly my taste. But overall it was a good meal and I'd stop there again in the future. Food was organic and they offered a few items for vegetarians, too.

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food is good here  5 Star Rating - World class

If you want some good food that tastes like mamma used to make, try OK Cafe. They have good southern food at reasonable prices. You can also use their take out service.

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Great Country Cooking!  5 Star Rating - World class

I love this restaurant! For good ole' Southern country cooking, this is an excellent place! And the price is great because you get so much food, you can make another meal out of left overs!

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OK restaurant, but beware of the take-away  3 Star Rating - Satisfactory

The restaurant itself is good, with reasonable prices and quality food. (Though I wish they'd get rid of the huge Confederate flag in the main dining room.)

The take-out is definitely overpriced for what it offers. They charge by the pound, which can really add up quickly. Expect to pay at least the same as what you'd pay in the restaurant, except for food that's been sitting out a while. But if you've got a thick wallet, then the take-out is wonderful!

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What a great place*****  4 Star Rating - Very good

I really enjoyed this restaurant. The food was very good and very inexpensive. The service was wonderful. Very friendly. I really enjoyed the hamburger.

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Good, Cheap Food  4 Star Rating - Very good

Great family place. Fast service. Friendly waiters and waitresses. The pot roast is great and the cornbread muffins are, too. A great place for take out or eat in.

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good  4 Star Rating - Very good

OK take away is a great place to eat. The food is great and prices are awesome. Service is wonderful. Easy to get in and out of, you never have to wait too long! If you looking for some A+ southern food go here!

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Great Southern Food, Excellent Atmosphere  5 Star Rating - World class

I can never get enough of this restaurant!

The prices are fantastic for the amount of food you receive, the staff is always generous and friendly - I have never had a bad server. Great choices for meat eaters (Blue Platter specials) and vegetarians like myself alike. Even choices for kids, who will love the fun and crazy environment as much as the amazing macaroni and cheese. Other menu items include Crab and Crawfish Cakes, Fried Chicken, and incredible Meatloaf.

Despite being right off of the 75 West Paces Ferry exit, the wait time is relatively small. I do reccomend arriving earlier or later than "normal" dinner time as the place can get packed.

All in all this is a great restaurant for families and couples alike - Definitely try it out!

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5 Reviews by Citysearch: (read all 28 reviews on Citysearch)

um... let me see! 4 Star Rating - Very good

Great breakfast buffet but the eggs were raw.
Great seervice and the manager came to greet us and really gave

Posted 08/05/08 at 2:56pm

Great Diner atmospher, great, no fabulous food 5 Star Rating - World class

I've been to OK Cafe about 1/2 dozen times. I love every single dish they serve. The food is superb southern fare that is well worth the trip, no matter what part of the city you live in. I've had the country fried steak, meatloaf, pot-roast, chicken pot-pie, roast turkey with gravy, and the rocket burger. Loved every dish. The meatloaf has to be the best meatloaf I've ever eaten bar none. Their sweet potato chips with blue cheese dressing is a must! Just gotta try it. Their shakes are also yummie! I've taken out of town guests I love it so much. The only draw back I can say is that when it's busy, it's kind of noisy. That puts a damper on table conversation, but the food makes it all worth while. Mmm mmm.

Pros: awesome southern cookin'
Cons: none, everything there is a pro!
Posted 07/20/08 at 5:41pm

Great food, great service, awesome carryout 5 Star Rating - World class

Wow what a sleeper. From scratch comfort food and the healthy menu offerings is a bonus. The carry out is fast, easy and really good food. Enough to last several meals. Must be the best Squash Casserole in Atlanta, maybe even anywhere. Servers are cute, retro 50's style and paid attention to every detail. In and out in under an hour. The OK Cafe is a great find and we'll be back.

Pros: Fantastic service, great healty alternatives, nothin from a can here!
Posted 05/31/08 at 4:21am

Delicious Southern Cuisine! The way Grandma used to make Sunday lunch! 4 Star Rating - Very good

If you like great southern cuisine, this is THE place to be! Fried chicken, grits, potatoes and gravy, white bean chilly, BLT sandwich, veggies, fried okra, whatever!!!!! This is wonderful and it's the power place "to be!"

Pros: Wonderful Southern Food! Grandma's best!
Cons: You may have to wait to be seated.
Posted 02/24/08 at 3:30pm

Best Burgers and shakes in town 5 Star Rating - World class

All around the ok cafe is unbelievable!!! Whether you order a burger, a giant salad, or one of several home-cooked meals, you will always be happy with your order. Very good shakes and malts also.
The service is a plus too, the waitresses are always happy to greet you.

Pros: Great food, shakes and service
Posted 11/29/07 at 9:24pm