3 GA Restaurants Are Among Top 100 In US In New Ranking

Three eateries in Georgia are included on a list of the 100 most “drool-worthy” restaurants in the country by the business review and ratings site Yelp.

Yelp said its Top 100 US Restaurants 2026 ranking showcases the highest-reviewed restaurants by its users. Chefs across the country “are plating up memorable, can’t-miss meals at fine-dining rooms, food halls, counter-order favorites, cozy cafés and wallet-friendly gems that deliver big flavor without the big bill,” Yelp said.

Here’s how Georgia fared on the list, including the menu style and few reviews of the featured restaurants:

• Flavor Rich Restaurant, No. 60, 549 Peachtree St., Atlanta, American

“Everything we ordered was very well seasoned and balanced. The waffles were so soft. The shrimp and grits had big shrimp with that blackened flavor. The fish and grits was more than just the salmon, but fried shrimp (i think) on top as well. I enjoyed my shrimp and grits and loved the sausages and mushrooms in it too. Not too salty, just the perfect amount of savory,” a Yelp reviewer said.

• The BEP Corner, No. 81, 4500 Satellite Blvd., Ste. 1150, Duluth, Asian Fusion

“This restaurant is a hidden gem. The service was prompt and pleasant. The food is fresh, well seasoned and plated nicely. I'll be back for sure,” a Yelp reviewer said.

• Fúdo, No. 86, 5070 Peachtree Blvd., Ste. A100, Chamblee, Asian Fusion

“This place has amazing sushi. Love the atmosphere and ambiance. The service is great and their drinks are good too. If you want somewhere to go on a Friday I suggest you make a reservation. I have had their ocean's eleven, dynamite shrimp, double dragon.... lets just say I always order too much, and I am never disappointed,” a Yelp reviewer said.

Yelp said trends for 2026 include:

• “Grandma-core”: “Nonna-stalgia” brings simple, slow-cooked family recipes, often with mismatched dinnerware.
• Sandwiches for dinner: Elevated comfort food sandwiches are popular after dark, with nine spots on the list.
• All-day breakfast: Cafés and brunch spots claim nine slots.
• Japanese flavors dominate: Japanese cuisine, including sushi and Nikkei fusion, takes 10 spots.
• Worth the splurge: Special-occasion dining is also favored, including at restaurants specializing in upscale steak and seafood.

According to Yelp reviewers, the top 20 restaurants nationally are:

1. Ci Siamo, New York City
2. Taste of Texas, Houston, Texas
3. NAM Kitchen, Gardena, California
4. Waffle and Berry, Honolulu, Hawaii
5. Comfort Cafe – San Antonio, San Antonio, Texas
6. Adela’s Country Eatery, Kaneohe, Honolulu, Hawaii
7. Broken Mouth, Los Angeles, California
8. GW Fins, New Orleans, Louisiana
9. Slackwater — Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, Utah
10. Pepp & Dolores, Cincinnati, Ohio
11. Butcher’s Union, Grand Rapids, Michigan’
12. Porzana, Minneapolis, Minnesota
13. Leven Deli, Denver, Colorado
14. RJ Skillets, Portland, Oregon
15. Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que, Kansas City, Kansas
16. Greek Bistro, Glendale, California
17. Tsukiyo Sushi, Los Angeles, California
18. Papi’s Ohana, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
19. Fat Of The Land, Santa Ana, California
20. COTE Miami, Miami, Florida