The most popular GA restaurant in October serves shawarma, Yelp says. These spots are popular too
Seafood, sandwiches, Mediterranean cuisine and southern fare. Those are just a few of the delicious types of food you’ll see on Yelp’s list of the most popular restaurants in Georgia this month. Here are the top 5:
Aviva by Kameel
Address: 225 Peachtree St NE Ste B-30 Atlanta, GA 30303
Yelp rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars
Yelp review: “Affordable, flavorful, and served with genuine hospitality. I can see why this spot has such a strong reputation, and I’ll definitely be back,” said Garrett O.
What to order: Rosemary chicken, Falafel wrap or Lamb Shawarma
Chubby Cattle Shabu
Address: 2180 Pleasant Hill Rd Ste B20 Duluth, GA 30096
Yelp rating: 4.8 out of 5
Yelp review: “If you love hot pot or want a fun, interactive dining experience, Chubby Cattle Shabu is a must! The whole setup reminded me of shabu restaurants in Taiwan--super clean, modern, and really well done,” said Tina T.
What to order: Chubby Cattle Hotpot, Wagyu Nigiri or Sweet Shrimp Sashimi
Indigo Coastal Shanty
Address: 1402 Reynolds St Brunswick, GA 31520
Yelp rating: 4.8 out of 5
Yelp review: “An absolute gem. If you are not eating here you are missing out big time” said Aiden S.
What to order: Georgia Peach Pound Cake, Point Loma Fish Sandwich or Sesame Crusted Catfish,
Jackie M’s & Son
Address: 3308 Milledgeville Rd Augusta, GA 30909
Yelp rating: 4.7 out of 5
Yelp review: “Absolutely delicious fresh food,” said Ashley W.
What to order: Soul Rolls, Philly Cheese Steak or Buffalo Chicken
Mate Factor
Address: 401 E Hall St Savannah, GA 31401
Yelp rating: 4.7 out of 5
Yelp review: “ To say I recommend this place is an understatement. You have not experienced coffee until you have come here,” said Michele C.
What to order: Old St. Joe, Veggie Burger or any Breakfast Sandwich
Hungry for more? Here are the restaurants that rounded out the top 10:
- Hoboken Cafe on Whitlock in Marietta
- Mr. Shuck’s Seafood in Brunswick
- Cotton & Rye in Savannah
- Rumi’s Kitchen in Atlanta
- Fúdo in Chamblee
Have you eaten at any of these restaurants? Let me know in the comments or email me at cmadden@mcclatchy.com
This story was originally published October 14, 2025 at 6:00 AM with the headline "The most popular GA restaurant in October serves shawarma, Yelp says. These spots are popular too."
