Thumbs Up Diner is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

1. Thumbs Up Diner

8.0
826 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA
Diner · Marietta Street Artery · 96 tips and reviews

Virginie L.Virginie Liao: this is my fav ATL brunch spot so far! come hungry cuz the servings are pretty big. get the fried catfish & the pancake side. n rmbr to top either ur biscuit/toast w/ their homemade strawbry jam n.n)b

Rocko D.Rocko Dion: Shrimp & grits. With side of fried CatFish. cheese spuds. And OJ. #slawness

Karen J.Karen Johnson: This is a very popular diner in the Old Fourth Ward. It's a great breakfast place that serves fried catfish and grits, shrimp and grits, among other southern cuisine. It's cash only establishment.

Mary Mac's Tea Room is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

2. Mary Mac's Tea Room

8.4
224 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
Southern Food Restaurant · Midtown · 302 tips and reviews

DeepDeep: Try the Fried Catfish Fillets - With Mac & Cheese and Sweet Potato Souffle. So good and juicy...never had catfish until now. #yum

Tricia J.Tricia Johnson: Go for the fried catfish. A-mazing!

Lisa B.Lisa Brooks: Brunswick stew,fried green tomatoes, fried catfish, turkey and cornbread dressing. Everything is delicious!

South City Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

3. South City Kitchen

8.8
3350 Peachtree Rd NE #175, Atlanta, GA
Southern Food Restaurant · North Buckhead · 19 tips and reviews

Jeff H.Jeff H: One of the best places to eat in Buckhead. The fried chicken and the fried catfish are amazing!

Lynn Marie F.Lynn Marie Franco: The spiced quail is out of this world! If you like cocktails, try the ambassador :)

Jonathan Y.Jonathan Yu: Awesome food and a nice environment as well. Chicken livers and mountain trout were both good.

Fred's Meat & Bread is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

4. Fred's Meat & Bread

8.2
99 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Inman Park · 30 tips and reviews

Luke N.Luke Newman: Fried catfish po-boy and old-fashioned root beer 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: The cauliflower-eggplant bánh mì is served on a crusty roll and includes cilantro, jalapeńo, pickled carrots, daikon, and spicy chili-lime mayo. It's the tastiest vegetarian sandwich around. Read more.

Charlsie 🍡Charlsie 🍡: Delicious! Delicious! Delicious! Get a sandwich. Have an old fashioned soda. Feel fancy. Hooray for delicious sandwiches in ATL!

Six Feet Under Pub & Fish House is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

5. Six Feet Under Pub & Fish House

8.8
437 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA
Seafood Restaurant · Grant Park · 217 tips and reviews

Robert A.Robert Andrews: The Fried Catfish is done just right....Don't forget the Corn on the Cob!

Karl M. P.Karl M. Peter: Fried catfish. Interesting cocktails. The upper deck with cemetery view.

Michael B.Michael Brown: I love meeting friends on the rooftop to have drinks and a meal.

Surin of Thailand is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

6. Surin of Thailand

8.7
810 N Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA
Thai Restaurant · Virginia Highland · 51 tips and reviews

Ki T.Ki Taylor: I love the Cashew Chicken w/broccoli - the Spicy beef salad - my fave is the fried catfish with sweet sauce. #yum

Princess F.Princess Filmz: The drinks!!!!! Must try keylime, lychee, ginger and chocolate martinis. Any of the above will be the best you've ever had! #iswear

Steve W.Steve Walker: Best thai and coolest staff in Atlanta.

Copeland's Of New Orleans is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

7. Copeland's Of New Orleans

8.2
3101 Cobb Pkwy SE Ste 220 (at Cumberland Blvd), Atlanta, GA
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · 87 tips and reviews

Winston R.Winston Riddick: Red beans & rice are excellent w/ the fried catfish all for $11!

David K.David Kaufman: Get whatever topping you want on your cheesecake, but be sure to go with Creole style - you will not be disappointed.

Ashley E.Ashley Ellison: Just redeemed my FourSquare free dessert coupon!

Yasin's Homestyle Seafood is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

8. Yasin's Homestyle Seafood

7.5
1080 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW (at Lawton St SW), Atlanta, GA
Seafood Restaurant · West End · 11 tips and reviews

Alan H.Alan Holmes: Best fried catfish I have had here in Atlanta so far. Check it out if you are in SW.

Alois A.Alois Alford: Really nice lady cashier and AMAZING fish sandwiches!!!!!

Stephen G.Stephen Grant: Good eats...but it’s a wait as they cook upon order; which makes it hot and fresh.

Busy Bee Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

9. Busy Bee Cafe

8.4
810 Martin Luther King Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA
Southern Food Restaurant · Atlanta University Center · 104 tips and reviews

Island G.Island Girl: Fried chicken, green beans, fried okra. The fried catfish is delicious. The staff is AWESOME!!!.

Explore GeorgiaExplore Georgia: The smothered chicken and mac n' cheese is a must have when visiting the Busy Bee Cafe. Many visitors say it's the best meal they have ever had!

J L.J L: meat entrees - fried chicken

Drawbar is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

10. Drawbar

8.3
1 Interlock Ave, Atlanta, GA
Hotel Bar · West Midtown · No tips or reviews
Thumbs Up Diner is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

11. Thumbs Up Diner

8.4
573 Edgewood Ave SE (btw Randolph St NE & Bradley St SE), Atlanta, GA
Diner · Old Fourth Ward · 92 tips and reviews

Karen J.Karen Johnson: This is a small diner that serves typical breakfast with a southern flair. I ordered grits and deep fried catfish.

Erika G.Erika G: My fav for French toast, chicken sausage, potatoes, and skillets. What's not to love?!

CheapismCheapism: If you're looking a proper diner with cheap eggs, toast, pancakes...etc, this is the place. Try "The Heap" for $5.95, it’s a pile of potatoes, eggs, and cheddarjack served with toast or a biscuit. Read more.

Mali Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

12. Mali Restaurant

8.6
961 Amsterdam Ave NE (at N Highland Ave NE), Atlanta, GA
Thai Restaurant · Virginia Highland · 30 tips and reviews

DLeeDLee: Great Thai food and excellent customer service. We came in with a party of 11 w/out a reservation and they were very efficient about getting us seated quickly and comfortably.

Jasmine L.Jasmine Lawrence: Good music, great drinks and flammable menus!!

Reza A.Reza Alavi: The food was awesome however the service was weak.

Taxco Mexican Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

13. Taxco Mexican Restaurant

8.4
4500 Roswell Rd NE (at Windsor Pkwy), Atlanta, GA
Mexican Restaurant · East Chastain Park · 22 tips and reviews

Kenneth Kwame W.Kenneth Kwame Welsh: Lunch or dinner you can't go wrong! The owner and staff are out of this world. The prices are good. But the margaritas are awesome!

Vanessa R.Vanessa Roberts: Love everything about this place! Try the chicken soup or the chicken fajita burrito. No lie - the BEST salsa I've ever had.

Creative Loafing AtlantaCreative Loafing Atlanta: The nachos compuestos are some of the best pile-on-everything-you-can nachos in Atlanta. For a full table, order the chicken chilaquiles: stale tortillas fried up and smothered with salsa.

Cross Creek Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

14. Cross Creek Cafe

7.8
1221 Cross Creek Pkwy NW (at Bohler Rd), Atlanta, GA
Travel and Transportation · Cross Creek · 12 tips and reviews

Susan B.Susan Bernstein: Great drinks, cheap prices. Very locals only.

Ashley H.Ashley Hammerman: The food is always wonderful ,but the service is not always good.The food is home cooking comfort food fresh with a southern accent. The vegetables are always a good mix of traditional and in season.

Chester T.Chester Thrash: The food and service is really great!!!!!!

Atlanta Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Fried Catfish in Atlanta.

15. Atlanta Grill

8.0
181 Peachtree St NE (at Ellis St NE), Atlanta, GA
American Restaurant · Downtown Atlanta · 24 tips and reviews

AJCAJC: The menu offers an assortment of steaks, seafood and many gluten-free options while this “elevated” restaurant offers unobstructed views of downtown. Read more.

Robert O.Robert Osborne: Any food you order comes with a cheddar biscuit and that makes it worthwhile by itself

Taste of AtlantaTaste of Atlanta: The popular "Cheater's Booth" accommodates five in an intimate table setting with privacy draperies.