What to order at South City Kitchen Buckhead

Must order
Shrimp and grits with andouille gravy, then the buttermilk fried chicken.
Signature dishes
Shrimp and grits, Buttermilk fried chicken, She crab soup
Editor tip
Reservations on OpenTable. The brunch service runs the cult fried chicken and waffles; the bar takes walk-ins.
Book at South City Kitchen BuckheadAtlanta: Beltline Food, Street Art, and Histo... from $99
CuisineModern Southern
Price$$$
NeighborhoodBuckhead
HoursMon-Fri 11:00-22:00, Sat 10:00-22:00, Sun 10:00-21:00
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