Agave

Name: Agave
Address: 242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA, United States, 30312
Telephone: (404) 588-0006
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

3616 Reviews

$30 and under

Regional American (Southwestern)

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Established in October of 2000 and set in the historic Cotton Mill general store, Agave has been named the Best Southwestern Restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia. This eclectic southwestern eatery appeals to a wide cross section of taste and styles while focusing on guest satisfaction in the high energy dining room & bar.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Regional American (Southwestern)
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
Phone number
(404) 588-0006
Website
http://www.agaverestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jack Sobel

Location
242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
Area
Cabbagetown
Cross Street
Carroll St. SE
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
King Memorial (Blue, Green)
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Homemade GuacamoleUS$12.00
Vine ripe avocados, tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, lime juice and cilantro.
Southwestern Shrimp Spring RollsUS$13.00
Chopped gulf shrimp, serranos, Napa cabbage, and carrots in rice paper, flash fried and served with a chilled tomatillo salsa and red pepper jelly. Hand rolled and homemade daily!
Mexican TaquitosUS$12.50
Shredded chicken breast & green chile, fried crisp in white corn tortillas over roasted tomatillo sauce and topped with pico de gallo, queso fresco, Napa cabbage & citrus crema.
Agave MeatballsUS$12.00
Homemade veal, chorizo & Hatch green chile slow cooked meatballs in a New Mexico red chile & tomato sauce.
QuesadillaUS$12.50
Hickory, house smoked hand pulled chicken breast, Hatch green chile, roasted red peppers, mild cheddar topped with sour cream, guacamole and citrus corn salsa.
Grilled Street CornUS$9.00
Two fresh, chargrilled, sweet yellow corn on the cob, topped with a spicy roasted garlic butter, lime crema & queso fresco.
House Smoked Pecan TroutUS$15.50
Pecan smoked mountain trout with chopped red onion and basil over a three pepper and roasted tomato grits cake, marinated tomato and a habanero tomatillo drizzle.
Cayenne Fried CalamariUS$16.50
Fresh premium calamari, fried crispy and served with a poblano aioli and a jalapeno jelly for dipping.
Shredded Pork TacoUS$13.50
Shredded slow cooked pork, Hatch green chile, black beans, sautéed onions & cheddar cheese in a flour tortilla over a tomatillo salsa with lime crema.
Guajillo MusselsUS$17.50
Fresh Prince Edward Isle Canadian mussels steamed in our signature red chile citrus wine broth with fresh basil, garlic, lime and served with a hot flour tortilla.
Queso FunditoUS$12.00
Mild cheddar & mozzarella cheese baked over a New Mexico chorizo pork chile.
Spicy Tuna CrudoUS$15.00
Chile rubbed seared sashimi tuna, served rare and drizzled with a spicy serrano soy, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil & lemon sauce topped with serranos, avocado & cucumbers.
Fried Lobster TailUS$16.75
A fresh flash fried 5 oz. Maine lobster tail tossed in our spicy cayenne batter and served with drawn chile butter.

Salads & Soups

Southwestern Chopped SaladUS$10.00
Chopped field greens & spinach tossed in a citrus red wine vinaigrette with red onions, black beans, poblanos, mangos, red peppers, and cilantro topped with a cayenne ranch drizzle.
Agave CaesarUS$9.50
Chopped romaine hearts with a classic homemade caesar dressing, topped with marinated anchovies and parmesan.
Hatch Green Chile StewUS$9.00
A hearty stew with New Mexico Hatch green chile, beef tenderloin, sauteed onions, potatoes and fresh corn. Served with a warm flour tortilla.
Traditional PosoleUS$8.00
A New Mexico holiday soup with Guajillo chile, braised pulled pork, hominy, Hatch green chile, and caramelized onions with lime wedges and a flour tortilla.
Chicken Poblano SoupUS$7.50
Chicken breast, seared poblanos, and roasted corn in a light cream and homemade chicken broth.

What 3,616 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

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Atlanta Metro
Best Value
Atlanta
Best Overall
Atlanta
Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Agave offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about the "delicious" drinks, especially the margaritas, and the warm, intimate atmosphere. Known for its "excellent value," this Atlanta favorite consistently impresses with a diverse menu featuring "fresh, flavorful" southwestern cuisine. Perfect for any occasion!

3,616 Reviews

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Stephen
Nashville
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve been going to Agave since it opened 24 years ago. I no longer live in Atlanta but am so happy it’s still here. The food,ambience and service are just as wonderful as they were back then. It remains one of my favorite places to eat when I come to town.
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Cherise
Los Angeles
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
As always, I hate the valet parking. It takes way too long for them to park and get your car. The parking lot is big enough for people to park their own car. The valet is the worst of the entire dining experience. Everyone else from the host to the chef are extraordinary. If you can get past the disdainful valet, I say definitely try this place. The food is amazing!
AgaveResponded today
Thanks for the vote of confidence, Cherise!! I appreciate the acknowledgement. Wishing we didn't lose a star for the valet. We just switched Valet companies to improve the level of service for the guests. There are many reasons why we have to pay a valet company: -The valet protects the vehicles in our lot. When we didn't have one, car windows were smashed out regularly. -Yes, some nights there is a place to park, but there are many nights the lot is full and we need to maximize the lot in order to fill empty tables. -The restaurants down the street from us (who have little to no parking) have been utilizing our lot and valet that we pay for which also fills up our parking lot. I hope you understand the need for it! Love and Light, Chef Jack
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Kenneth
New York City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience. Food was delicious and the service, magnificent.
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Amanda
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We live about an hour outside of the city and drive in to eat Agave every few months. My boyfriend loves the crawfish pasta and I usually have either red pepper salmon or scallops. We've never had a bad experience here. We love everything about Agave, minus the traffic for us to get there.
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Tori
Atlanta Metro
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great time and meal at Agave! See you next time.
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Robert
Atlanta Metro
43 reviews
vip
5.0
43 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Agave is a neighborhood gem. Always good food and service.
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Joey
Atlanta Metro
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 18 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was fantastic, as usual. Seating and service was prompt. Waiter attentive and helpful. Overall a great experience. My only negative is that the overhead music was too loud for my taste.
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Kent
Atlanta Metro
51 reviews
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on 18 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful menu and love that they kept our chips and salsa coming!
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Angela
Atlanta Metro
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We got engaged at Agave. We absolutely love and appreciate our incredible server, James! He is the best and truly cares about the customer and the experience of the customers.
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Tori
Atlanta Metro
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening with great drinks and food! Lisa makes the best drinks! I’ve been enjoying this restaurant for 20 years!
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FAQs

Agave offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 588-0006.

Agave is rated 4.9 stars by 3616 OpenTable diners.

Agave does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

Additional information

Cross Street
Carroll St. SE
Area
Cabbagetown
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Regional American (Southwestern)
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
King Memorial (Blue, Green)
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jack Sobel
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.agaverestaurant.com/
Phone number
(404) 588-0006

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Agave

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Order delivery or takeout

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Southwestern Shrimp Spring Rolls

Queso Fundito

Tenderloin Medallions

Starters

Homemade GuacamoleUS$12.00

Southwestern Shrimp Spring RollsUS$13.00

Mexican TaquitosUS$12.50

Agave MeatballsUS$12.00

QuesadillaUS$12.50

Grilled Street CornUS$9.00

House Smoked Pecan TroutUS$15.50

Cayenne Fried CalamariUS$16.50

Shredded Pork TacoUS$13.50

Guajillo MusselsUS$17.50

Queso FunditoUS$12.00

Spicy Tuna CrudoUS$15.00

Fried Lobster TailUS$16.75

Salads & Soups

Southwestern Chopped SaladUS$10.00

Agave CaesarUS$9.50

Hatch Green Chile StewUS$9.00

Traditional PosoleUS$8.00

Chicken Poblano SoupUS$7.50

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Agave offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Agave restaurant rated?

Does Agave offer gift cards?

Is Agave currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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