Murphy's

4.8

5547 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Murphy's

4.8

$30 and under

American

Virginia Highland

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 116 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Great for brunch
Good for special occasions

For over 40 years, Murphy's has ranked among Atlanta's best restaurants, famous for best brunch and creative lunch and dinner cuisine. Chef Matt McCarthy creates seasonal American menus with small plates to share, salads, and favorite entrees: Brisket, Salmon, Roasted Chicken, and Steaks. Our in-house Pastry Chef Kassie Ruffin, creates fresh pastries and desserts. Our retail wine shop provides outstanding wines to diners by the glass or bottle at value prices, with wine tastings, wine flight happy hours and wine dinners weekly and monthly. The decor combines exposed-brick walls with French café doors to divide tables among quiet spaces ideal for conversation, either inside the cozy dining room or outside on the patio. Valet parking during peak hours. Private dining available.

Our Patio seating is first come, first served and seats only parties of 4 or less. Requests for patio seating are not guaranteed. Inclement weather will also cause us to close all patio seating.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(404) 872-0904
Website
https://murphysatlanta.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Matt McCarthy
Private party facilities
Murphy's offers private dining with a number of menu selections and room settings for any occasion. Whether it be an intimate luncheon, a holiday occasion or a unique social gathering, we work closely with you to plan the perfect event. Please email operations@murphysvh.com for information.
Private party contact
Joy Pugh: (404) 872-0904

Location
997 Virginia Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
Neighborhood
Virginia Highland
Cross street
North Highland Ave
Parking details
Complimentary Valet offered every evening and Saturday and Sunday from noon until close.
Public transit
Marta Bus 16 leaves the Marta Rail Station at Five Points in downtown Atlanta and travels up N Highland Ave passing Murphy's.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Breakfast with Santa
$20.00 per person
Dec 7, 2024 only
Start the Season Right! On December 7th we will have our Annual Breakfast with Santa! Each child will be personally escorted to and introduced to Old Saint Nick himself. Bring your list, Bring your Camera, and Bring your Smiles for the best Holiday Breakfast in Atlanta. Adult Menu is $20 per person (includes beverage) + Gratuity, Children's Menu is $11 per child + Gratuity

Popular dishes

EGGS SANTA FE$15.00
scrambled eggs, cheddar, peppers, onions in a flour tortilla, ranchero sauce, sour cream
CRAB CAKE BENEDICT$21.00
poached eggs, spinach, brioche, jalapeño hollandaise*
LINDA'S OMELETTE$15.00
sauteed spinach, onions, mushrooms, cheddar *eggwhites add $1
EGGS T. MURPHY$15.00
poached eggs, honey cured ham on English muffin, hollandaise*
EGGS VIRGINIA HIGHLAND$17.00
spinach, mushrooms, poached eggs on focaccia, sun-dried tomato hollandaise*

Brunch Favorites

FRENCH TOAST$14.00
caramelized bananas, whipped cream, whiskey maple syrup
FRESH MOZZARELLA AND AVOCADO TOAST$14.00
tomato, salsa seca, mint
MALTED WAFFLE$14.00
berries & bananas, whiskey maple syrup
BUTTERMILK PANCAKES$14.00
berries & whipped cream, whiskey maple syrup
EGGS SLUM MULLIGAN$14.00
poached eggs, potato hash, peppers & onions, andouille, bacon, cheddar*
CHILAQUILES$14.00
chicken & tortillas, over med eggs, tomatillo sauce, avocado, sour cream*
BRAISED BRISKET HASH$19.00
poached eggs, onions, horseradish mustard*

Sandwiches

Sandwiches served with choice of home fries, small green salad, or small caesar salad

CHICKEN, SPINACH & BACON BURGER$16.00
basil mayo, lettuce, tomato, pickles, swiss cheese
MURPHY'S BURGER$19.00
swiss cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickles, avocado mayo, served with fries
TURKEY CLUB$16.00
roasted turkey, avocado, tomato, lettuce, candied bacon, mayo

Quiche

QUICHE LORRAINE$14.00
bacon, onions, swiss, served with green salad
MUSHROOM, TOMATO, GOAT CHEESE$15.00
served with green salad

Small Plates

GRILLED ARTICHOKES$15.00
sweet lemon aioli
FLASH FRIED CALAMARI$16.00
Fried calamari with vidalia onions, apple cider mignonette, and a side of cocktail sauce
SMOKED SALMON FLATBREAD$15.00
fried capers, basil aioli, shallot creme fraiche
CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE $26.00
Chef's selection and accompaniments
MURPHY'S CAESAR SALAD$12.00
CINNAMON ROLL WITH CREAM CHEESE ICING$7.00

Sides

ONE EGG ANY STYLE$3.50
LOGAN TURNPIKE GRITS$3.50
CHEDDAR GRITS$4.50
GRILLED HONEY-CURED HAM$4.50
HICKORY BACON (3)$6.50
CANDIED BACON (3)$7.50
CHICKEN SAUSAGE LINKS (2) $7.50
HOME FRIES
- Regular$4.50
- With Cheese$5.50
FRESH FRUIT SALAD$8.50
HALF FRENCH TOAST$7.50
ENGLISH MUFFIN$8.50

Coffee Drinks

MURPHY'S BLEND COFFEE$4.00
ESPRESSO$4.00
CAFÉ AMERICANO$4.00
CAFÉ AU LAIT$4.00
CAFÉ LATTE $5.00
CAPPUCCINO$5.00
CAFÉ MOCHA$5.00
WHITE CHOCOLATE LATTE$5.50
HOT CHOCOLATE$4.00

Juices

ORANGE OR GRAPEFRUIT JUICE
- Small$3.25
- Large$6.50
APPLE JUICE
- Small$3.25
- Large$6.50
PINEAPPLE JUICE
- Small$3.25
- Large$6.50
V8 TOMATO JUICE
- Small$3.25
- Large$6.50

Brunch Cocktails

MURPHYS BLOODY MARY$13.00
Organic Vodka, House-Made Bloody Mary Mix, Garnished with House-Made Candied Bacon, House Pickled Veggies, Celery, and Lemon
MANGO MIMOSA$10.00
Mango, Sparkling Wine
EXECUTIVE MIMOSA$14.00
Orange Juice, Vodka, Grand Marnier, Sparkling Wine
GARDEN SPRITZ $13.00
Cucumber, Elderflower, Aperitivo, Sparkling Wine, Lemon
SEASONAL SANGRIA$13.00
wine, fresh fruit
PALOMA$13.00
Blanco Tequila, Grapefruit, Lime, Citrus Soda
CORPSE REVIVER #2 $12.00
Gin, Americano Bianco, Orange Liqueur, Absinthe Rinse
ESPRESSO MARTINI$13.00
Vodka, Espresso, Coffee Liqueur
IRISH COFFEE $13.00
Irish Whiskey, Brown Sugar, Americano, Whipped Cream

What 5,547 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Atlanta Metro
American
Atlanta
American
Atlanta
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Murphy's in Virginia Highlands is a beloved spot for brunch and dinner, offering "great food" and "excellent service" in a cozy atmosphere. Known for its extensive brunch menu, delicious pastries, and "stellar" pancakes, it's a favorite among locals. The restaurant's welcoming ambiance and attentive staff make it a must-visit destination. Reservations are highly recommended for a seamless experience.

5,547 Reviews

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Stéphanie
Atlanta Metro
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overall the experience was great. Our server, could have done a bit better.
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Teniecha
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I've been coming here off and on for 15 years. The food has always been good and the service is consistently good. Everyone from the hostesss, the server and the manager/maître d were very hospitable and I enjoyed my brunch today. Can't wait to come back.
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Destiny
Seattle
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We decided to give our favorite breakfast/brunch spot a visit on a Saturday after thanksgiving which could have been a risk but to our luck it wasn’t busy at all. Our waitress was as very attentive and our food came out fresh. The starter biscuits and muffins were a hit per usual. The sweet tea needs some work because it tasted like water and let’s be honest we’re in the south we love our sweet tea. Also I want to shout out to Brian for checking in on us and making sure our food and service was going well.
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Ed
Atlanta Metro
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful experience with excellent food and superb service! Our family had never been disappointed! Love, love this restaurant! One of a kind! Excellent!
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Michael
Atlanta Metro
128 reviews
vip
5.0
128 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I met my friend for lunch at Murphy's. The food was very good - we both had the brisket sandwich with Caesar Salad. The server was attentive and pleasant. And the valet car service was friendly and efficient. We will definitely go back.
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Juritza
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
First time going there. Everything was really good! This was my first time eating chicken burger and they didn’t disappoint me. Food was very good with reasonable prices. Staff was nice and polite. We made a reservation and didn’t have to wait at all. We arrived and went straight to the table. The even took in count my request for space for the stroller. I would recommend it. The only bad thing is that brunch is only for weekends .
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Mike
Tampa
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Relaxing atmosphere, great menu selections, our dinner was excellent but we felt rushed. Salad and entrée. was served at the same time. We were only on the restaurant for 55 minutes.
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Kristin
Atlanta Metro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff is always accommodating and friendly Service is great food is awesome
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Anthony
Atlanta Metro
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A VaHi Institution, Murphy’s remains an outstanding venue for friends and family to enjoy excellent food in comfortable surroundings. Friendly, attentive service, an excellent bar and wine list, combine with the reliably excellent food to make this a go to destination over and over again. Kudos to owner Tom Murphy for doing one thing and doing it oh so well.
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Michael
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superlative experience. Would recommend to any friends and family!
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FAQs

Murphy's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (404) 872-0904.

Murphy's is rated 4.8 stars by 5547 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Murphy's

4.8

$30 and under

American

Virginia Highland

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

10:30 PM

Booked 116 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

997 Virginia Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

Additional information

Cross street
North Highland Ave
Neighborhood
Virginia Highland
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Complimentary Valet offered every evening and Saturday and Sunday from noon until close.
Public transit
Marta Bus 16 leaves the Marta Rail Station at Five Points in downtown Atlanta and travels up N Highland Ave passing Murphy's.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Matt McCarthy
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, High Tea, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://murphysatlanta.com/
Phone number
(404) 872-0904
Private party facilities
Murphy's offers private dining with a number of menu selections and room settings for any occasion. Whether it be an intimate luncheon, a holiday occasion or a unique social gathering, we work closely with you to plan the perfect event. Please email operations@murphysvh.com for information.
Private party contact
Joy Pugh: (404) 872-0904

Murphy's

Murphy's

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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Breakfast with Santa

Steak Frites

Key Lime Pie

Buttermilk Pancakes

Egg Specialties

EGGS SANTA FE$15.00

CRAB CAKE BENEDICT$21.00

LINDA'S OMELETTE$15.00

EGGS T. MURPHY$15.00

EGGS VIRGINIA HIGHLAND$17.00

Brunch Favorites

FRENCH TOAST$14.00

FRESH MOZZARELLA AND AVOCADO TOAST$14.00

MALTED WAFFLE$14.00

BUTTERMILK PANCAKES$14.00

EGGS SLUM MULLIGAN$14.00

CHILAQUILES$14.00

BRAISED BRISKET HASH$19.00

Sandwiches

CHICKEN, SPINACH & BACON BURGER$16.00

MURPHY'S BURGER$19.00

TURKEY CLUB$16.00

Quiche

QUICHE LORRAINE$14.00

MUSHROOM, TOMATO, GOAT CHEESE$15.00

Small Plates

GRILLED ARTICHOKES$15.00

FLASH FRIED CALAMARI$16.00

SMOKED SALMON FLATBREAD$15.00

CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE $26.00

MURPHY'S CAESAR SALAD$12.00

CINNAMON ROLL WITH CREAM CHEESE ICING$7.00

Sides

ONE EGG ANY STYLE$3.50

LOGAN TURNPIKE GRITS$3.50

CHEDDAR GRITS$4.50

GRILLED HONEY-CURED HAM$4.50

HICKORY BACON (3)$6.50

CANDIED BACON (3)$7.50

CHICKEN SAUSAGE LINKS (2) $7.50

HOME FRIES

FRESH FRUIT SALAD$8.50

HALF FRENCH TOAST$7.50

ENGLISH MUFFIN$8.50

Coffee Drinks

MURPHY'S BLEND COFFEE$4.00

ESPRESSO$4.00

CAFÉ AMERICANO$4.00

CAFÉ AU LAIT$4.00

CAFÉ LATTE $5.00

CAPPUCCINO$5.00

CAFÉ MOCHA$5.00

WHITE CHOCOLATE LATTE$5.50

HOT CHOCOLATE$4.00

Juices

ORANGE OR GRAPEFRUIT JUICE

APPLE JUICE

PINEAPPLE JUICE

V8 TOMATO JUICE

Brunch Cocktails

MURPHYS BLOODY MARY$13.00

MANGO MIMOSA$10.00

EXECUTIVE MIMOSA$14.00

GARDEN SPRITZ $13.00

SEASONAL SANGRIA$13.00

PALOMA$13.00

CORPSE REVIVER #2 $12.00

ESPRESSO MARTINI$13.00

IRISH COFFEE $13.00

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