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

3627 Reviews

$30 and under

Regional American (Southwestern)

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2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 42 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 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
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
Neighbourhood
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, Takeout, 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 3,627 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
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Best Overall
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Best Service
Atlanta
Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Agave delights diners with "excellent service" and "delicious food," offering a welcoming atmosphere perfect for any occasion. Known for its "great margaritas" and extensive tequila selection, this Atlanta gem consistently impresses with flavorful southwestern dishes. Customers rave about the attentive staff and the "intimate vibe," making it a must-visit spot.

3,627 Reviews

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ALICIA
Atlanta Metro
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best restaurant in Atlanta! Food is always, always, on point!! Service, Excellent! Hats off to the owner and chef!
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Angie
Los Angeles
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was amazing! Our party of 9 was promptly seated upstairs away from everyone else which was nice for a large party. Food was delicious! Definitely want a reservation because the place was packed!
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Bryce
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great. Service (James) was exceptional!!
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Shanda
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s always good time at Agave. I was there to celebrate a friend’s birthday and had an opportunity to sit in the loft area. It was an awesome experience.
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Jerlawnda
Mississippi
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great experience. Very good customer service and good food.
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Will
Atlanta Metro
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Moses (I believe was his name) was an excellent server. Food was amazing and atmosphere was great.
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Ryneisha
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love how accommodating agave staff were for my bday dinner. I enjoyed !!!
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Sri
Atlanta Metro
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Solid place to dine with good service and solid food.
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Kash
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Overall great vibe. Pasta wasn’t bad. Could’ve been seasoned a lil more. Had trouble with a small pieces of cardboard in my food. They fixed it immediately. Everything else was great. Still enjoyed myself.
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Matt
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this restaurant. Always Great food and service.
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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 3627 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 reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 42 times today

Order delivery or takeout

242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

Additional information

Cross Street
Carroll St. SE
Neighbourhood
Cabbagetown
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

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Agave

Make a reservation

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 reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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