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The Varsity
Hot Dog Joint, Burger Joint, and American Restaurant$$$$
Midtown, Atlanta
This place is famous for their hot dogs. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Chili Cheeze Dog with Frosted Orange..A true must have"(30 Tips)
"Getting the chili dogs and orange drink :D"(14 Tips)
"The chili slaw dog was amazing and unlike anything but the pies."(18 Tips)
"The chili dog is absolutely delicious and I don't like chili dogs."(47 Tips)
359 Tips and reviewsFilter:
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- onion rings
- frosted orange
- burgers
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Creative Loafing AtlantaApril 25, 2013The Varsity's iconic frosted orange is one of CL's 100 Dishes to eat before you die because it strikes a perfect compromise between a thick milkshake and a mouth-watering slushie. Read more
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This Is My SouthDecember 26, 2012This Atlanta landmark is a must-eat for both locals and tourists alike. Don't be intimidated by yells of "What'll ya have!" Hot dogs and Frosted Oranges make it a pick for Favorite Atlanta Meals! Read more
Terence ChanFebruary 4, 2016Had the chili dog, onion rings, nuggets and a bacon double burger with a frozen FO. FO is like a orangesicle slush and yummy. Everything else including the chili dog was average. Cool place though 3/5
I have eaten approximately 1200 naked dogs in my life SO FAR. One time, I ate 12 of them in a sitting. Tip: eat some naked dogs and try to catch up.
Serious EatsMarch 24, 2014Skip the burgers. Go for the world-famous chili dogs. Ask for onions; you’ll get ‘em raw and diced and in a wax-paper-wrapped pouch to add as you see fit.
Cindi BenderAugust 20, 2013The food was fantastic slaw dogs and onion rings - A super place with great history and a really great food - the staff was so friendly
HISTORYApril 20, 2010The original Varsity was opened in 1928 and is the world's largest drive-in. On days when the Georgia Tech Yellowjackets are playing a home game, over 30,000 people visit The Varsity.
Susan NashAugust 7, 2014The onion rings are the best! My favorite thing to do here is to eat in our own vehicle at the drive-in part of the restaurant!
Ty MackJuly 28, 2013The chili/slaw dogs and onion rings are great, and wash it down with a frozen orange. Its nothing like our Coney Islands in Detroit but its close enough!
Zach PorterSeptember 3, 2016Great spot for after the Dragon Con parade this year. The chili-cheese dog is my favorite. Don't think I have ever bothered to try a hamburger here
Chad ElkinsOctober 10, 2010The chili dog is the classic item here, but branch out and give the chili cheese-burger a try (dont forget to add some chili powder too). For a side, the onion rings are definitely the way to go.
Hotel IndigoApril 24, 2013This local institution continues to entertain and feed loyal fans of classic drive-in food. Being part of the crowd is part of the fun, as the staff hollers out the orders and lines move fast. Read more
Sarah BrinsonApril 24, 2016Chili cheese dog is the taste of growing up in the South. Cherry coke and peach tea do not get refills, so be aware of how thirsty you are when you order. Allow for extra time to order. Always crowded- Justin OrdovezaAugust 29, 2014The chili dog is absolutely delicious and I don't like chili dogs. Cheap but still an institution well worth visiting.
CoryMay 4, 2015It's more about WHERE you eat than WHAT you eat, but get a classic combo meal and make sure you get either an orange drink or a frozen orange - you can get sodas anywhere.
Kyle KutsNovember 4, 2015The amazing thing is the following. This Restaurants food quality is horrible. It's more of a nostalgic place if anything. So somebody must know a lot of people that support the name.
Focus Pointe GlobalMay 30, 2014Five chili dogs, four regular dogs and a cheeseburger is Obama ordered when he visited the Varsity! Will your kids follow his footsteps? Want more tips? Check out Kid Friendly Summer Fun - Atlanta!
Dave NevillSeptember 10, 2012The chili dog is really good, and the onion rings and fries were great. The single bacon cheese I had though was a bland. A fun place to have a meal, that's for sure :)
Ali TroncosoJanuary 5, 2013Gooood dogs. Nothing special about the onion rings I ate. I had an impatient server but everyone else seems fine. The seating areas are awesome. Go back to school and watch ESPN in one of the desks!
Connie RyalsNovember 20, 2019My favorite is the chili and slawdogs.The onion rings are amazing just tops the dogs off .never had a better hotdog ever!!!- HOctober 11, 2015The chili slaw dog was amazing and unlike anything but the pies. Woah the pies live up to the hype. Especially peach pies.
Dolores LoudermilkJuly 20, 2017Small F.O., chili dog, the only onion rings in the world I eat because they were the first ones I ever had and the best!
Doug LittleDecember 7, 2019Hot dogs are okay. More hype than anything, but I love hotdogs. Onion rings are sweet, dont forget the Varsity Orange drink with light ice
Aaron CruzJuly 24, 2013All foodies need to get here at least once. Their original location near Georgia Tech. Hamburgers, fries, frosted oranges and a 1950's feel.
Anna NewsomeMay 27, 2011The best thing at the Varsity is not on the menu. Order a pimiento chili cheese dog. They never make them up and throw 'em under the heat lamp, so your know your dog is fresh!
Richard GregoryMarch 16, 2011Recommended: Not only does this joint accommodate over six-thousand customers, but it serves a (g)astronomical number of hotdogs - over two miles worth daily. Try the chilli cheese dog - it's awesome! Read more
Austin DoughtyApril 6, 2012An Atlanta staple. A must eat while your here. Everything is great, cant go wrong with anything on the menu. Try the Onion rings and have a frosted orange.
De'Amber MartinAugust 3, 2013I like the desk , it allows you to have your own space and enjoy your meal . Overall , I would come again . I wish we had one in NC .- Autumn BrookDecember 22, 2016Must tries - Slaw & chili dogs, onion rings, and a frozen orange drink!
- A ShoemakerAugust 7, 2014Try the chili slaw dogs. The onion rings may be dripping with grease but they are the best onion rings you'll ever eat.
The first time I visit this place is in 1982. what a great place to go if you want hotdogs and hamburgers!!!!!!
Umair ZiaJanuary 19, 2014Feeling nostalgic for school cafeteria burgers, with limp fries, and ice-tea where you taste the corn syrup first? This is the spot. Worst burger combo I've eaten. The place's packed. Come on Atlanta.- Daniel SullinsNovember 18, 2013You can't come to Atlanta and not eat at the world's largest drive-in. Greasy but delicious. It's definitely a tourist attraction, but with good reason.
Everything is great, but in particular the hot dogs and onion rings!
Melinda MiracleFebruary 7, 2018The Glorified Bacon Cheese Burger is perfect. I loved the retro feel and all the space.
Jonathan WoodyardNovember 14, 2011Favorite restaraunt ever, the guy yelling "whaddya have, whaddya have?!" as you walk up to the counter is pure class. Always get the orange / peach slushy-shake there.
Ciara SpragueAugust 9, 2014I had a delicious burger and amazing onion rings today. Oh yeah, don't forget to order a Variety Orange drink! ;)
Robin SchwartzNovember 4, 2016Pimento cheeseburger, chili cheese dog, onion rings, fries, peach pie & orange shake. YES!
Birthday CharactersNovember 16, 2018Not the healthiest place to eat but definitely worth visiting if you are visiting Atlanta or haven't been to the Varsity in awhile. Good food but quite greasy & prepare for some Tums or Pepto Bismol!- The first time I came to the Varsity was in 1982, when I was on my way to Carrolton, GA for the district spelling bee with my 6th grade teacher, Mrs. McCleary, who was Mrs Ingram at the time!!!!!!
Tariq JibriJanuary 28, 2015Good food for trying to sober up after a long night out, great after hours spot, or for family lunch.
Katy RayJune 15, 2018It’s an ATL institution! You haven’t really experienced Atlanta until you’ve answered the question.... “What’ll ya have?”
travel42August 9, 2011An Atlanta staple. Be prepared to give your order as soon as you reach the counter: they will skip you if you're not ready. Try the onion rings, made with sweet Georgia Vidalia onions.
Mary FrancesAugust 9, 2013Vegetarians, don't despair! Get the grilled pimento cheese with lettuce, tomato, and a bit of mayo if you go that way.
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"Turkey burger with slaw, grilled onions and bacon. Heaven on a bun."
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