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Joy Cafe

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Café$$$$
Midtown, Atlanta
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  • AJC
    AJCApril 16, 2015
    There's an entire section of the menu dedicated to grilled cheeses. From pimento cheese to a California with avocado, it’s all melty and delicious. And the tomato soup that comes along? The best. Read more
  • Eater
    EaterMay 11, 2016
    Look for a flour tortilla filled with cheddar-scrambled eggs, house-made pork chorizo, sour cream, avocado, pico de gallo, tomatillo cream sauce, and home-fries. Read more
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    JP SeralJanuary 4, 2015
    Great brunch place on the weekends. Best entree I've had was the Grilled Cheese & Tomato Basil soup. If you're feeling ambitious, get the steak & egg tacos.
  • Eater
    EaterFebruary 25, 2016
    Impress your significant other with an excellent breakfast from Joy Cafe this week without breaking the bank. We highly recommend their tomato basil soup. Read more
  • D S.
    D SmithNovember 29, 2016
    This place has the best breakfast in town hands down! I love the food and my favorite is the Avocado Toast. Also if you like pie, try their Milk and Cookies pie. It is to die for.
  • Tatiana H.
    Tatiana HanFebruary 9, 2015
    The place to go if you're hungry & you want the food you actually ordered. They don't skimp around in that kitchen. The sun-dried tomato omelet & pancakes were superb + a free pastry sampler? <3
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    NayApril 28, 2014
    The pancakes are light and so flavorful!! We had the chocolate chip, strawberry and blueberry. Guess what? They are so perfect and delish, you can pass on the maple syrup. Yes, sir!
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    Raphael LangenscheidtNovember 28, 2015
    Come for brunch - I was surprised not to find some of the 'classics' on their regular lunch menu. Still - a delicious spot that you'd never notice if it weren't for Guy Fieri.
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    Aisha WarisMay 8, 2016
    Salmon eggs Benedict is just perfect! It was my first time there, and it was like I made the perfect choice! Loved it!! ❤️
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    S DuMay 29, 2015
    Service with a smile!!! Grilled cheese and tomato sandwich was perfect! Great cafe in Buckhead. Reasonable prices! White tablecloths in a strip mall// just tight!
  • ROC House Women's Fitness Spa
    Breakfast Burrito is a favorite! Sausage, egg, cheddar cheese, avocado, sour cream, and pico de gallo in a flour tortilla. Local ingredients make it that much better too.
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    Kyle RobbinsApril 15, 2016
    Homemade Biscuits and Gravy w/ house made chorizo & the house made Canadian bacon. Everything is good but these are next level awesome.
  • Sana Z.
    Sana ZaidiFebruary 3, 2013
    I had crab cakes Benedict. It's rare to see that on an Atlanta menu, but it was perfectly done. It was delicious, and I'll definitely be back for more.
  • Krys K.
    Krys KrycinskiJuly 21, 2013
    Incredible breakfast. May be best I've had in years of visiting the ATL. Get the burrito or biscuits and gravy. Great for kids too, awesome staff.
  • Sean B.
    Sean BelnickJanuary 12, 2013
    The food was incredible--a great new family owned eatery and bakery. Waiting for a table and waiter was disorganized, but once our order was taken, food came out quickly. Steak/egg tacos were awesome.
  • Marylee V.
    Marylee VFebruary 1, 2014
    For once, a quality fruit cup! No filler out of season melon here, apples, strawberries, pineapple, blueberries, raspberries and grapes in there!
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    PerceptusOctober 26, 2016
    Simple decor and authentic vibe since it's run by the owner - Joy. Pretty crowded on weekends, but excellent food and worth the wait.
  • Maki T.heart icon on user image
    Maki T MJanuary 11, 2016
    Best grilled cheese in town! Tomato basil soup is divine!
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    Valentina FedorenkovaSeptember 26, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Literally everything is made from the scratch! Great food and finger licking desserts :)
  • Ami S.
    Ami SFebruary 3, 2013
    Fantastic!!!!!!!!! Hot chocolate was awesome! Ratatouille was so yummy!!! Came out absolutely stuffed..and so happy! :)
  • Elizabeth F.heart icon on user image
    Elizabeth FAugust 17, 2014
    All the food looks fresh and delicious! Biscuit and gravy was fabulous and staff were A-plus!
  • Patrick L.heart icon on user image
    Patrick LeeOctober 22, 2014
    Apple walnut chicken salad on sourdough was great. Large sandwich. Chips compliment the sandwich perfectly
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    Nicolaus SherrillJanuary 19, 2013
    Order the breakfast burrito (served until 3PM). It is possibly one of the best things man has ever created
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    S DuMay 29, 2015
    Jasmine, our Joy server had a beautiful smile!! She persuaded us to try the Turtle Cheesecake dessert! Delicious !!!
  • Candace B.
    Candace BaumannOctober 20, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Smell is heavenly. Amazing brunch! The Crab Cake Benedict is delicious!
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    Robert AndrewsApril 2, 2016
    Eggs Benedict with spinach and tomatoes and fruit cup... yumm
  • Maki T.heart icon on user image
    Maki T MMay 6, 2013
    This place is a must go for those who love cafes!
  • Lindsay K.
    Lindsay KoehlerNovember 25, 2012
    At brunch, make sure you get complimentary rolls before your food comes out ;)
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    Jei KeaMarch 21, 2013
    Try their desserts! The cheesecake is the best cheesecake in the world!
  • Elizabeth H.
    Elizabeth HFebruary 23, 2013
    They don't take the scoutmob on the weekends even though the deal says it is good. The food was delicious but they were really rude about scoutmob.
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    Arron GreenApril 26, 2015
    Shrimp and Grits. The pancakes are the bomb also.
  • Liubov F.heart icon on user image
    Liubov FedorenkovaOctober 28, 2015
    Very tasty! Very friendly! The best place!
  • Robert A.heart icon on user image
    Robert AndrewsApril 2, 2016
    Pancake with fruit and maple syrup
  • Michael D.heart icon on user image
    Michael DeleonAugust 5, 2016
    Great food and wonderful staff
  • Robert A.heart icon on user image
    Robert AndrewsApril 2, 2016
    The Shrimp and Grits are delicious!
  • Kartklutz
    KartklutzJune 13, 2013
    For to-go lunch orders, it's best to call ahead.
  • Maki T.heart icon on user image
    Maki T MJanuary 11, 2016
    Grilled cheese, Reuben sandwich, and tomato basil soup are devine!
  • Jewels P.
    Jewels PoolsAugust 8, 2014
    Really good tomato soup and grilled cheese.
  • Susan M.
    Susan McNabbSeptember 6, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Psst....they just started French fries fried in duck fat (ommmgggggg) for dinner
  • Monica
    MonicaJanuary 11, 2014
    Great service. Food is ok. Very salty eggs and very salty biscuits. Bacon was good.
  • Greg K.heart icon on user image
    Greg KellyJune 16, 2013
    Awesome brunch. Great Ruben!!
  • Diane P.
    Diane ParkerAugust 12, 2013
    No breakfast/brunch during the week. We decided not to stay.
  • John K.
    John KoenigMay 1, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Amazing food- made with love
  • Christopher B.
    Christopher BrownNovember 11, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Love the banana muffins at brunch
  • Marcus J.
    Marcus JosephsonAugust 25, 2013
    $3 for 2 pieces of bacon.
  • KINGS of Atlanta Grooming Lounge and Spa
    Everything is good in here. #KINGLIFE
  • Aida Perez F.
    Aida Perez FlammMarch 8, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Great Turkey Sandwich...
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    cosmoalienAugust 13, 2014
    Yum cupcakes
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    Tameka SlaughterFebruary 4, 2016
    Tomato soup
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