Agave Restaurant

(404) 588-0006

242 Boulevard SE
Atlanta, GA 30312 33.7477 -84.3679

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Neighborhoods: Grants Park, Eastside, Eastside

AGAVERESTAURANT.COM

Price:

$$

Last updated 8.16.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Group Dining

Cuisine:

Tapas / Small Plates, Southwestern

Smoking Permitted:

Yes

What People Are Saying About Agave Restaurant

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The Scene – A tiny open kitchen, a tinier bar and rows of dark, heavily varnished tables are all comfortably squeezed into this attractive shotgun space near the Cotton Mill lofts. Distressed support beams and rough, exposed brick combine with the usual assortment of Navajo artifacts and small Southwestern-themed prints to create a space that's inviting and warm. Service is attentive and extremely friendly. – – The Food – Familiar and upscale Southwestern dishes mostly succeed at this popular Cabbagetown spot. Highlights include tasty shredded pork tacos, comforting…

Editor's Tips

What to Drink:
The generously portioned Texas margarita is a house specialty.
ambiance
98.81999969482422% positive
  1. The food is good, the atmosphere is nice, the service is good (if some of the waiters don't seem terribly experienced, the attitiude is still friendly and attentive).
  2. brawny gent seated us by the fireplace, a splendid roost to survey the impeccable, rustic decor.
  3. great atmosphere.
  4. The atmosphere is more romantic on the inside versus out on the enclosed patio.
  5. What this place does right is serve excellent drinks with a premium selection of tequilas in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
  6. The ambiance is perfect for a first date.
  7. We were served tonight by Marcus who kindly seated us in the loft area which has a great view of the entire restaurant.
  8. It was a really cool atmosphere, nice lighting, and kind of rustic.
  9. Also, the view of the cooks/grill-masters from the bar is fantastic.
  10. The food is to die for, the margaritas are the best, and the atmosphere is the best!
  11. It is a perfect date or romantic dinner spot.
  12. Nice atmosphere and great margaritas made fresh.
  13. Service was great, ambiance was romantic but casual, great drinks and food, couldn't ask for more.
  14. From the service, to presentation, to wine selection, to menu, to atmosphere, this place was the perfect place to dine for my birthday.
  15. Our server was really nice and sweet, even referring to us as "guests" giving it a cozy appeal too.
  16. The atmosphere is romantic and fun.
  17. The wonderful atmosphere took me right back to New Mexico, and the unrushed yet attentive hospitality made us feel right at home.
  18. The place has a very nice and quaint ambiance.
  19. thought the building was kind of unassuming from the outside, but it really felt warm and cozy inside, especially with the fireplace.
  20. Its a great first date location.
  21. The staff is very helpful and friendly, the atmosphere is incredible, and the location in cabbagetown is full of history, and really cool!
  22. The atmosphere is warm friendly, perfect lighting and consistently excellent food.
  23. Valet parking was very convenient.
  24. Personally, I like the atmosphere of the place and the fact that it is not well known.
  25. Never before have I been in a restaurant that provides such a cool atmosphere and is accommodating at the same time.
  26. The atmosphere is great and makes up for the ok cuisine.
  27. We dined on their new Fireplace patio, the ambiance is great and the staff always seems genuinely happy.
  28. It's a nice ambience as well.
  29. The place has nice ambience, and the wait staff was friendly and prompt.
  30. Despite a very busy and almost full dining room and patio, the management made it their priority to make sure our party had ample eating room and could enjoy a comfortable meal.
  31. fresh, fun, upscale southwestern menu, if you go in the Winter be sure to sit by the warm and cozy fireplace, it's a sure winner.
  32. Cute Southwest atmosphere and the hosts/servers always seem SO happy to see you.
  33. The food and atmosphere was amazing and the margaritas are unbelievable!
  34. Great margaritas, great entree choices, friendly atmosphere and servers
dessert
70.83000183105469% positive
  1. don't fill up on chips, they have great homemade desserts.
  2. had the Diablo Crawfish Pasta- the cream sauce was perfection and it was full of fresh crawfish- Delicious!
  3. Next was dessert, we took the waiters suggestion and ordered the banana cheese cake, which was a wonderful end to a great meal.
  4. We ordered the dessert platter, and sampled every sinfully delicious creation Agave offers.
  5. For Dessert, we shared a sliver of really rich chocolate cake that was to die for.
  6. am not a big peanut butter fan, but this was one the best desserts I have ever experienced.
  7. The dessert however was the best!
  8. The short rib is delicious and that flourless chocolate torte is definitely worth it.
drinks
83.33000183105469% positive
  1. For my entree, I ordered the appetizer portion of the Guajillo mussels, which were supposed to come in a "signature red chile citrus wine broth with fresh basil.
  2. The bar is beautiful, the staff is helpful and knowledgeable, the chef is brilliant and his creations are delicious!
  3. As far as drinks, I'm not really a big tequila drinker but the huge selection of tequilas has enticed me to try a few of their margaritas and I've yet to be disappointed.
  4. The wine list had an excellent variety, and they had more types of tequila than I thought existed.
  5. The service is also uniformly good- well-informed staff, can speak intelligently about the food and wine without being pretentious, and very attentive.
  6. The servers are friendly and helpful and they coordinate closely with the chef to make sure that everything is perfect (the servers will even provide suggestions for the best drinks).
  7. Our servers knowlage of wine and tequilla was impressive and her suggestion on dinner was fantastic.
  8. The servers deserve big applause as they were really on top of everything including knowing what wines to suggest with your meal.
  9. would highly recommend the fried chicken -- and make sure you talk to the bar -- Lisa will have a handful of funny stories no matter what you want to talk about.
  10. The bar is also great with many options for tequila, wine and margaritas- not weak pours either.
  11. Most of their appetizers can make a meal, the bar staff are very friendly, be sure to order the guacamole with the free chips.
  12. What this place does right is serve excellent drinks with a premium selection of tequilas in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
  13. The food is consistently excellent, the cocktails are the best in the city, and the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable.
  14. Also, the view of the cooks/grill-masters from the bar is fantastic.
  15. The food had no zip, the portions were small and while I do not drink, my daughter said it was the worst margaritta she ever had and did not like the type of glass it was served in.
  16. The wine selections were awful and apparently the Chef's choice.
  17. the food and drink were wonderful as usual.
  18. The main dining room and bar area is always full of energy and lively with a small loft area above the dining area for small private groups.
  19. love the lamb rack, the tuna, and the great wine list.
  20. Service was great, ambiance was romantic but casual, great drinks and food, couldn't ask for more.
  21. believe that a good chef would know either how to pair wine properly with food or hire someone who knows what they are doing.
  22. It also has a great Tequila bar with the best margaritas!
  23. Great variety of wine as well.
  24. From the service, to presentation, to wine selection, to menu, to atmosphere, this place was the perfect place to dine for my birthday.
food quality
95.41999816894531% positive
  1. Agave is a great restaurant with many tasty options on the menu.
  2. we have never had a bad meal in 2 years
  3. am also a huge fan of their fried chicken and the salmon filet.
  4. the restaurant is beautiful, the staff is wonderful, and the food is delicious.
  5. The margaritas are huge and the menu offers a great array of enticing dishes.
  6. The food is always fresh, flavorful and perfectly prepared.
  7. Great food is hard to find, but matching it with excellent service is even more difficult and Agave does both wonderfully.
  8. the food and drink were wonderful as usual.
  9. Great margarita's and super chips & salsa to start.
  10. The food is amazing- not for the light of heart and those who are afraid of real flavor.
  11. The food is great but the Tequila is better!
  12. Food is always consistent, they cook everything fresh and from scratch and the value is great.
  13. Those jumbo shrimp I had were outstanding!
  14. Every visit yields a great meal with excellent service.
  15. We went strait for the entrees, I got the "famous" fried chicken, (who knew a southwestern restaurant could make amazing fried chicken?)
  16. The salsa was excellent, i highly recomend the blue chips.
  17. After reading lots of wonderful reviews, I expected a great meal at Agave with lots of spice and flavor; I received neither.
  18. The food was good, but not great and portions were smaller than I remembered.
  19. Very few restaurants are able to harmonize authentic southwestern ingredients and techniques sucessfully.
  20. Great dishes are the lamb chops, chile stew (very spicy) and Red Pepper Salmon.
  21. have eaten most everything on the menu and have loved every dish.
  22. Agave restaurant in Cabbagetown combines good food, experienced service, and a great value.
  23. Highly recommend most of the entrees (Anejo shrimp is my fave!)
  24. Best service, best fried chicken, best margarita!
  25. The atmosphere is warm friendly, perfect lighting and consistently excellent food.
  26. were a good size, cooked nicely and quite tasty.
  27. Chips and salsa were excellent, although small portion and asking for more was not received real well.
  28. OMG - I love this dish!
  29. The service is also uniformly good- well-informed staff, can speak intelligently about the food and wine without being pretentious, and very attentive.
  30. Service was great, ambiance was romantic but casual, great drinks and food, couldn't ask for more.
  31. Excellent Service, tasty food
  32. The servers deserve big applause as they were really on top of everything including knowing what wines to suggest with your meal.
  33. The atmosphere is great and makes up for the ok cuisine.
  34. The red pepper salmon and the shrimp served with jalapeno cheddar cheese grits are also fantastic!
  35. Agave is a great place for dining alone, bringing a date or sharing a perfect meal with friends and family (hint - make reservations if you're bringing a crowd).
  36. The menu is inviting (though unless you like tomato soup you may want to pass on the mussell- try them at Blue Trout instead) I've always had a very pleasant experience there.
  37. We all ordered something different (tenderloin medallions, seared tuna, shrimp and meatloaf) and every dish was fantastic.
  38. Great food to match.
  39. Agave only has a small cooking area, so don't go when it is overbooked, especially with a huge group, some of your tablemates may have a colder meal than others.
  40. After that, we started with the calamari, which had a great dipping sauce and lots of flavor.
  41. The food was good with the exception of the Lamb.
  42. Every meal I've ever eaten at Agave has been great.
  43. fresh, fun, upscale southwestern menu, if you go in the Winter be sure to sit by the warm and cozy fireplace, it's a sure winner.
  44. First we were greeted by the best chips and salsa Ive had in a long time; we then got an order of guacamole that went perfectly with the chips.
  45. believe that a good chef would know either how to pair wine properly with food or hire someone who knows what they are doing.
  46. We ordered the dessert platter, and sampled every sinfully delicious creation Agave offers.
  47. Agave has great food with a southwestern flair.
  48. had a nasty case of the chicken pox, and rather than quarantine their sick child, my parents propped me in front of endless cacti, adobes and indigenous people.
  49. This was the best meal that i have had in a while.
  50. Every meal I've had here has been wonderful.
  51. The mere thought of Agave makes my mouth water for the awesome food and generous margaritas!
  52. The food had no zip, the portions were small and while I do not drink, my daughter said it was the worst margaritta she ever had and did not like the type of glass it was served in.
  53. For my entree, I ordered the appetizer portion of the Guajillo mussels, which were supposed to come in a "signature red chile citrus wine broth with fresh basil.
  54. The food is always great and creative and the service is the best in the city!
  55. The menu offers excellent variety, the food is consistently outstanding, and the service is always prompt and friendly.
  56. The last time we went, my lukewarm shredded pork tacos were smothered in an unappetizing red sauce and congealed cheese, and the black beans that came on the side were inedible.
  57. The food and margaritas are delicious.
  58. The seared tuna is wonderful, the scallops always perfectly prepared and I've never had seafood that tasted so fresh.
  59. The last time I had Southwestern food this good was a visit to Tucson, AZ!
  60. When a business associate recommended having dinner at Agave based simply on logistics, I was pleasantly surprised at how delicious the food was.
  61. Great food & Margaritas
  62. The food is amazing and I am never disappointed.
  63. would highly recommend the fried chicken -- and make sure you talk to the bar -- Lisa will have a handful of funny stories no matter what you want to talk about.
  64. all the food is fresh and prepared perfectly.
  65. Nice atmosphere and great margaritas made fresh.
  66. For me, the best part of this time of year (when the weather cools down) is being able to indulge in the white bean soup with Navajo fry bread sticks (so yummy~) with a wonderful Corzo Perfecto margarita.
  67. would definitely recommend this restaurant to everyone who enjoys incredible food and genuinely friendly service - it is the absolute BEST!
  68. My favorite appetizers are the ceviche martini and the chicken quesadilla, both of which are big enough to be a meal!
  69. The food was delicious, the margaritas totally lived up to their reputation, and the service was right on point.
  70. Despite a very busy and almost full dining room and patio, the management made it their priority to make sure our party had ample eating room and could enjoy a comfortable meal.
  71. We usually just start with a tasty bowl of pozole.
  72. encourage anyone to visit for awesome margaritas, attentive service, and incredible cuisine.
  73. and my husband loved his lamb.
  74. Hip Restaurant with good food
  75. The food quality is outstanding and the service is always friendly and attentive.
  76. The short rib is delicious and that flourless chocolate torte is definitely worth it.
  77. The food is spicy but manages to maintain it's layering of flavors, thus pleasing even the most timid palates!
  78. One word of warning - though the chips and salsa are tasty, you'll regret filling up on them once your meal arrives.
  79. The food is to die for, the margaritas are the best, and the atmosphere is the best!
  80. Everything is fresh.
  81. We LOVE SW food and were thrilled to find a well recommended place near our B&B.
  82. My favorite dish, Pan Seared Chilean Salmon over a roasted red pepper sauce.
  83. The food is good, the atmosphere is nice, the service is good (if some of the waiters don't seem terribly experienced, the attitiude is still friendly and attentive).
  84. never a bad meal
  85. Really enjoyed the southwestern rack of lamb, best in town at low cost.
  86. The bar is beautiful, the staff is helpful and knowledgeable, the chef is brilliant and his creations are delicious!
  87. Our two servers, Emily and Robert, were friendly and accommodating; the food was outstanding, especially the chef's specials.
  88. stuffed myself b/c the food was sooooo good that i didnt want to leave any on the table.
  89. Next was dessert, we took the waiters suggestion and ordered the banana cheese cake, which was a wonderful end to a great meal.
  90. had the Diablo Crawfish Pasta- the cream sauce was perfection and it was full of fresh crawfish- Delicious!
  91. My favorites are the spicy tequila shrimp and the chile seared halibut, though everything I've tried has been delicious.
  92. like fresh juice and this was definitely a mix.
  93. Most of their appetizers can make a meal, the bar staff are very friendly, be sure to order the guacamole with the free chips.
  94. best food, best chef, best service!
  95. Highly recommended to anyone who likes southwestern food or in the market of trying something new.
  96. The food was as consistently great as before.
  97. love the lamb rack, the tuna, and the great wine list.
  98. The food is excellent and the service is unique (truly great people work here!
  99. The food was good but, overall, the experience dining her was not pleasant due the incredibly high decibel level.
  100. The food is consistently excellent, the cocktails are the best in the city, and the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable.
  101. Aside from the amazing food at reasonable prices, the service was the best we've had in a long time and maybe have ever had.
  102. Good food, extensive tequila menu and first class waiters make this a spot to go to every now and again.
  103. The salsa is rich and spicy and I recommend the Smoked Chicken Santa Fe Enchiladas however, my associate's Shredded Pork Tostadas looked just as good.
  104. The food and atmosphere was amazing and the margaritas are unbelievable!
  105. Margaritas are always tasty and strong.
  106. Thank you Agave for overcoming thirty-two years of shame for an exquisite meal.
  107. The food was delicious.
  108. The prices are a little high, but you get what you pay for, great food and great service.
  109. One night the entrees will be fresh and tasty, and the next the quality of a second-rate Rio Bravo.
  110. The food is very good and consitant which is a real plus in my book.
menu variety
90.0% positive
  1. Good food, extensive tequila menu and first class waiters make this a spot to go to every now and again.
  2. The wine list had an excellent variety, and they had more types of tequila than I thought existed.
  3. Great margaritas, great entree choices, friendly atmosphere and servers
  4. The menu is inviting (though unless you like tomato soup you may want to pass on the mussell- try them at Blue Trout instead) I've always had a very pleasant experience there.
  5. Great variety of wine as well.
  6. The wine selections were awful and apparently the Chef's choice.
  7. Chef Jack Sobel does an extraordinary job of creating a menu that is rich in Southwestern tradition with enough of his own flair to keep it interesting.
  8. This restaurant has a menu to suit a wide range of palettes and it's basically a short drive from about anywhere downtown so it's been a good spot to meet up with friends.
  9. As far as drinks, I'm not really a big tequila drinker but the huge selection of tequilas has enticed me to try a few of their margaritas and I've yet to be disappointed.
  10. The margaritas are huge and the menu offers a great array of enticing dishes.
  11. And if you like tequila, they have over 100 varieties on hand!
  12. From the service, to presentation, to wine selection, to menu, to atmosphere, this place was the perfect place to dine for my birthday.
  13. The menu offers excellent variety, the food is consistently outstanding, and the service is always prompt and friendly.
  14. fresh, fun, upscale southwestern menu, if you go in the Winter be sure to sit by the warm and cozy fireplace, it's a sure winner.
  15. The wait staff is very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu.
  16. The waiter recommended a house specialty margarita that was not on the menu that he called a "higgins," which is hands down the best margarita I've ever had.
  17. The bar is also great with many options for tequila, wine and margaritas- not weak pours either.
  18. have eaten most everything on the menu and have loved every dish.
  19. Agave is a great restaurant with many tasty options on the menu.
  20. What this place does right is serve excellent drinks with a premium selection of tequilas in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. This is our new favorite restaurant.
  2. this is the absolute best place for escaping the banality of the dreary world.
  3. If you are going on a date or just looking for a great place to eat you must try this place.
  4. great place for friends and the family.
  5. feel this is the best restaurant in Atlanta.
  6. have been twice and will continue to go back and tout this place as my favorite restaurant in Atlanta!
  7. this is my favorite restaurant!
  8. Agave is a great restaurant with many tasty options on the menu.
  9. Definitely my favorite restaurant in Atlanta!
  10. We were served tonight by Marcus who kindly seated us in the loft area which has a great view of the entire restaurant.
  11. Agave is a great place for dining alone, bringing a date or sharing a perfect meal with friends and family (hint - make reservations if you're bringing a crowd).
  12. have lived in and traveled to many places, but Agave remains my favorite restaurant!
  13. Overall I'd definitely recommend this as a good meeting place before a game or event - just make sure you call ahead to let them know you're coming just in case there's a wait!
  14. it's also a great place to bring family, out of town guests or someone special.
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. have been twice and will continue to go back and tout this place as my favorite restaurant in Atlanta!
service
96.07000350952148% positive
  1. The wonderful atmosphere took me right back to New Mexico, and the unrushed yet attentive hospitality made us feel right at home.
  2. Our servers knowlage of wine and tequilla was impressive and her suggestion on dinner was fantastic.
  3. Food is delightful and the service is friendly and tip-top.
  4. Once we were seated, the waitstaff was very attentive.
  5. Every visit yields a great meal with excellent service.
  6. Our waitress (Devon) was very attentive, and warm.
  7. Most of their appetizers can make a meal, the bar staff are very friendly, be sure to order the guacamole with the free chips.
  8. The food was delicious, the margaritas totally lived up to their reputation, and the service was right on point.
  9. The food quality is outstanding and the service is always friendly and attentive.
  10. The staff is very helpful and friendly, the atmosphere is incredible, and the location in cabbagetown is full of history, and really cool!
  11. Our service is always awesome, we have taken all our friends and out of town guests.
  12. Alisha our server was great.
  13. Great margaritas, great entree choices, friendly atmosphere and servers
  14. Agave restaurant in Cabbagetown combines good food, experienced service, and a great value.
  15. Service was attentive, margaritas were good (though we're used to making our own at home).
  16. Cute Southwest atmosphere and the hosts/servers always seem SO happy to see you.
  17. From there the service staff guided us through a delightful three course family style dinner.
  18. The food is consistently excellent, the cocktails are the best in the city, and the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable.
  19. The food is excellent and the service is unique (truly great people work here!
  20. We love the service and the attitude.
  21. The servers are friendly and helpful and they coordinate closely with the chef to make sure that everything is perfect (the servers will even provide suggestions for the best drinks).
  22. The waiter recommended a house specialty margarita that was not on the menu that he called a "higgins," which is hands down the best margarita I've ever had.
  23. would definitely recommend this restaurant to everyone who enjoys incredible food and genuinely friendly service - it is the absolute BEST!
  24. best food, best chef, best service!
  25. The menu offers excellent variety, the food is consistently outstanding, and the service is always prompt and friendly.
  26. came in because my friends told me how great the bartender was.
  27. encourage anyone to visit for awesome margaritas, attentive service, and incredible cuisine.
  28. the staff are genuinely sweet, attentive and they strive to ensure you have a wonderful experience.
  29. Service was very poor, it was like trying to play hide and seek with the server.
  30. The atmosphere is warm friendly, perfect lighting and consistently excellent food.
  31. The wait staff is friendly and informative.
  32. Excellent flavors, great service, best margaritas
  33. Great service.
  34. Great food is hard to find, but matching it with excellent service is even more difficult and Agave does both wonderfully.
  35. The wait staff is very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu.
  36. The level of dedication and professionalism of everyone there continues to rank it as one of the best service experiences you'll find anywhere!
  37. Our server was really nice and sweet, even referring to us as "guests" giving it a cozy appeal too.
  38. What this place does right is serve excellent drinks with a premium selection of tequilas in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
  39. Plus, the service was awesome.
  40. The staff are always super friendly and courteous (as though they actually enjoy working there)!
  41. The food is good, the atmosphere is nice, the service is good (if some of the waiters don't seem terribly experienced, the attitiude is still friendly and attentive).
  42. Our server Roberto was very knowledgeable and extremely helpfull when it came to the little things.
  43. The manager was very nice and went out of his way to make sure everyone was taken care of.
  44. Next was dessert, we took the waiters suggestion and ordered the banana cheese cake, which was a wonderful end to a great meal.
  45. The servers deserve big applause as they were really on top of everything including knowing what wines to suggest with your meal.
  46. The place has nice ambience, and the wait staff was friendly and prompt.
  47. Best service, best fried chicken, best margarita!
  48. The bar is beautiful, the staff is helpful and knowledgeable, the chef is brilliant and his creations are delicious!
  49. Our two servers, Emily and Robert, were friendly and accommodating; the food was outstanding, especially the chef's specials.
  50. The food is always great and creative and the service is the best in the city!
  51. had a nasty case of the chicken pox, and rather than quarantine their sick child, my parents propped me in front of endless cacti, adobes and indigenous people.
  52. went with a group of 15 friends and the service was impeccable.
  53. We dined on their new Fireplace patio, the ambiance is great and the staff always seems genuinely happy.
  54. The service is also uniformly good- well-informed staff, can speak intelligently about the food and wine without being pretentious, and very attentive.
  55. The service was great and everything was decently priced.
  56. We had a great time our server christina was very helpful.
  57. Aside from the amazing food at reasonable prices, the service was the best we've had in a long time and maybe have ever had.
  58. From the service, to presentation, to wine selection, to menu, to atmosphere, this place was the perfect place to dine for my birthday.
  59. The prices are a little high, but you get what you pay for, great food and great service.
  60. the restaurant is beautiful, the staff is wonderful, and the food is delicious.
  61. Good food, extensive tequila menu and first class waiters make this a spot to go to every now and again.
value
78.13000202178955% positive
  1. Agave restaurant in Cabbagetown combines good food, experienced service, and a great value.
  2. Agave also has amazing specials all the time, so check out their website to get in on some good deals.
  3. Food is always consistent, they cook everything fresh and from scratch and the value is great.
  4. The portions are big enough to share.
  5. The food had no zip, the portions were small and while I do not drink, my daughter said it was the worst margaritta she ever had and did not like the type of glass it was served in.
  6. As far as drinks, I'm not really a big tequila drinker but the huge selection of tequilas has enticed me to try a few of their margaritas and I've yet to be disappointed.
  7. The food was good, but not great and portions were smaller than I remembered.
  8. Many had grand ideas but were unable to follow through on simple things like friendliness, cleanliness, and good value for money.
  9. Aside from the amazing food at reasonable prices, the service was the best we've had in a long time and maybe have ever had.
  10. The mere thought of Agave makes my mouth water for the awesome food and generous margaritas!
  11. This place just isn't that great and it was pretty expensive.
  12. Agave only has a small cooking area, so don't go when it is overbooked, especially with a huge group, some of your tablemates may have a colder meal than others.
  13. The short rib is delicious and that flourless chocolate torte is definitely worth it.
  14. am also a huge fan of their fried chicken and the salmon filet.
  15. The margaritas are huge and the menu offers a great array of enticing dishes.
  16. The prices are a little high, but you get what you pay for, great food and great service.
wait time
100.0% positive
  1. The sevice was the best we've had in a very long time.
  2. Aside from the amazing food at reasonable prices, the service was the best we've had in a long time and maybe have ever had.
  3. First we were greeted by the best chips and salsa Ive had in a long time; we then got an order of guacamole that went perfectly with the chips.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

02/23/11

Eclectic is right!

by meowford

This Cabbagetown eclectic southwestern eatery is highly yum! I don't like beef in general but I love love love their chili hatch beef stew so much, I think I could eat it every day. It is a little spicy so be warned and enjoy. The staff here are beyond friendly. We have been fitted in even when it looked unlikely. Reservations encouraged but not entirely necessary. Also love the enchiladas and the fresh margaritas. I never have room for dessert but when we have shared it, we almost wished we weren't sharing!

2 Star Rating: Below Average

02/13/11

Boring

by shert

Cute environment, but boring food. The menu is a hodge podge. The margaritas have too much mixer in them and can burn a whole in your stomach. The pan seared tuna isn't cooked at all, not even seared. The steak however is pretty good.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/16/10

Best food in Atlanta

by MJDavis

My husband and I love going to Agave. My absolute favorite dish is the Chile Seared Jumbo Diver Sea Scallops - it is to die for - especially since I am a seafood lover. I would definitely recommend going, if you haven't visited this restaurant.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/27/10

Agave Southwestern Style

by TheAMGroup

If you enjoy southwestern food and have not been to Agave you could be missing out on the best southwestern spot in Atlanta also the enviroment is perfect for a night out with the wife this is a must do spot.

  • Pros: Southwestern Food
  • Cons: NONE
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/26/10

Amazing

by charlottex

The food was SO GOOD! The menu is a bit of a bastard mix but that is what made it fun for us. Tequila shrimp is a must for anyone who likes shrimp - one of my all time favorites!

  • Pros: Great staff and great food
  • Cons: can be loud

The Details on Agave Restaurant

Place Categories:

  • great incredible food
  • best friendly service
  • best margaritas
  • great meeting place
  • great nice atmosphere
  • favorite restaurant
  • great comfortable meal
  • very friendly bar staff
  • great overall experience
  • perfect cook everything
  • excellent complimentary salsa
  • friendly wait staff
  • very nice ambiance
  • favorite dish
  • famous crunchy cayenne fried chicken
  • friendly servers
  • great drinks
  • not very good margaritas
  • beautiful tequila bar
  • wonderful seared tuna
  • fresh entrees
  • excellent variety
  • excellent chips
  • good work agave
  • not recommend place
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