The Varsity - Atlanta, GA

Hot dogs are the house specialty at the world's largest drive in. They are modest-size tube steaks served in steamy-soft buns, begging to be dolled up with condiments. The prime adornment is chili, a finely pulverized brew that perfectly complements either dog or burger.

87% Approval Rating (98 votes)

Overall: Worth planning a day around

Must Eats

Peach Pie ($2.00)

Frosted Orange ($2.00)

Hamburger ($3.00)

French Fries ($2.00)

chili dog ($3.00)

Onion rings ($2.00)

Written Reviews

Michael Stern

"Anyone who loves all-American food and has spent any time in Atlanta knows about the Varsity Drive-In … and most people have their own personal stories about wonderful meals and good times they’ve had there. These extravagant tales tend to relate to the fact that The ..." [Read More].

Adjudicator

January 28, 2008

"Given the opportunity to revisit the "V" for the first time since the mid-seventies, I walked four blocks from my hotel room one evening last week when I was up in the area on business. While "The Varsity" once was a major draw to the Georgia Tech. area, I have to ..." [Read More].

MustangMike

November 17, 2007

"Being a native Atlantan, I grew up first knowing the "mothership" Varsity on Spring Street at North Avenue. There are the busy times when you will be asked to step aside if you do not have your order perched on the tip of your tongue. As a youngster, my order was ..." [Read More].

Logbooks

2/27/2007 - shuckjov, $6
10/26/2002 - Michael Stern, $6

Map & Directions

61 North Ave., Atlanta, GA
404-881-1706

http://www.thevarsity.com

Hours & Policies

Seasons:	Open Year Round
Meals Served:	Breakfast, Lunch
Operational Hours:	Always Call Ahead!
Credit Cards Accepted:	No
Alcohol Served:	No
Outdoor Seating:	Yes
Reservations Accepted:	No
Delivery Available:	No
Takeout Counters:	Yes

"The Varsity classic: a chili dog with a yellow streak"
Michael Stern

""FO" -- Frosted Orange drink"
Michael Stern

"The Varsity's crunchy onion rings are neatly arranged in the boat from big to small."
buffetbuster

"Fried pies are popular throughout the South and the Varsity's peach version is especially good."
buffetbuster

"The Varsity menu"
Michael Stern

"A rare sight: the Varsity counter without a crowd. This picture was taken in the morning, 30 seconds after opening."
Michael Stern

"The drive-in area of the Varsity glows at night with neon and the giant red "V" is easily visible from the nearby interstate."
buffetbuster

"Exterior of Varsity, August 2007."
ElaineAnd1