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61 North Ave NW
Atlanta, GA 30308
Fax: 404-874-3989
(157 Ratings)
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- Credit Cards Accepted: Cash Only
Pull into the curb-service area of The Varsity, and before you can turn off the ignition, a server in a paper Varsity hat will be sticking the familiar manila-colored Varsity service card under your windshield wiper. There are senior citizens in this city who have enjoyed Varsity chili cheese dogs, onion rings, fresh-cut french fries, the patented Frosted Orange and fried pies since they were teenagers (the restaurant was founded in 1928).
Meals are served on window trays, and for those who dine inside the Art Deco facade, the service is just as quick, well organized and courteous, and large groups are welcome. Despite being the fastest fast-food restaurant on the skyline, The Varsity makes many of its dishes from scratch, including its chili, a favorite addition to the burgers, which may not be the biggest in town, but are some of the tastiest. And since its fried foods are prepared with cholesterol-friendly canola oil, you shouldn't feel too bad about ordering a mountain of those fresh-cut fries to go with your burger.
The Varsity's signature red-and-white hats and paper plates and cups are so beloved that people have been known to throw Varsity parties, with these items (and collectibles and apparel) purchased from the on-site gift shop. -- Edna McCown
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157 Ratings and Reviews
good
Bbh3003bbh - 07/29/2008good but Nu-Way's in Macon has better chili
Add CommentIF I LOOK AT THIS PLACE ~ I NEED A PRILOSEC!
TnyDancer4U - 07/25/2008This is not really a place to VISIT all the time for CHEAP EATS..If I look at this place I need a PRILOSEC@ LOL
IT may be ATLANTA TRADITION to visit occassionally when you really WANT to get the FULL VARSITY EFFECT...but you do pay for it in more ways than one! Great tradition no less!- firedog180 - 07/25/2008
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JoyceC6395 - 07/25/2008On my first day of a new job in a new city(Atlanta), I was taken to the Varsity for lunch. It was an experience I still have wonderful memories of.
No. 1 in my book
Tonigee52 - 06/30/2008By far the best chili dogs anywhere. I get a craving for them regularly and don't mind fighting the traffic 15 miles up through Atlanta to get one.
When I go I usually get enough to take some home. And I love the greasy onion rings!!!!!! so good!- MsLynnJ71 - 06/13/2008
Wonderful Burgers and fries
WillF89 - 06/13/2008The cheeseburgers are wonderful and the fries are amazing especially with that chili powder. Guess what if you don't like good food eventhough it may be greasy and unhealthy stay away. But if you like good food thats unique go its a must and absolutely wonderful
Greasy, Worst Burger EVER... TOTAL RIP OFF!!!
GATORS DEN - 06/06/2008Got a cheeseburger and fries. The burger was dripping with grease and as small as the size of my palm, AND the price was RIDICULOUS!! They didn't even center the cheese on top of the burger.. it was very lopsided and totally unappealing. The GREASE LITERALLY DRIPPED DOWN MY ARM ...I won't EVER EVER EVERRRR eat here again... HUGE MISTAKE! I honestly don't get how they stay in business.
The Best
GHill93043 - 05/31/2008One of the best places to eat when your just in the mood for a good chili dog. This place is the best
- Nwprtnwsb - 05/30/2008