Atlanta’s dining constantly evolves, but one place has remained a steady favorite since 1928. The Varsity is part of the city’s identity.
Crowds gather daily for chili dogs, onion rings, frosted orange drinks, and the familiar sound of staff shouting, What’ll ya have? The building buzzes with energy, history, and the scent of fried food that clings to your memory long after you’ve left.
For generations, it’s been a meeting place, a late-night stop, and a bite of Atlanta you can’t recreate anywhere else.
A Legacy Born In 1928
Frank Gordy opened The Varsity with just enough space for two cars and a dream bigger than his wallet. Back then, drive-in dining was a novelty, and fast food wasn’t even a phrase people used yet…