Food & Drink · Restaurants

Southern Belle

Virginia-Highland $$$
Cocktails Date Night New American Seasonal Menu

About

Southern Belle is a Poncey-Highland restaurant from chef-owner Joey Ward serving locally sourced, seasonally driven dishes that blend Southern roots with global influences. The frequently changing menu has included Georgia wagyu beef dishes, duck carbonara, and salt-and-pepper lobster, paired with a cocktail list and zero-proof options. The restaurant’s own site displays recognition badges from Atlanta Magazine and the AJC’s best-of lists.

Menu highlights

GA Wagyu Beef Short Rib
Sweet potatoes, roasted tomatoes, charred scallions, fried garlic
$43
Duck Carbonara
Egg yolk gnocchi, duck confit, spring peas, Parmesan
$32
Salt & Pepper Lobster
Roasted cabbage, chili oil, cilantro, Carolina Gold rice
$28

Good to know

Menu changes often
The kitchen rotates dishes frequently based on seasonal ingredient availability.
Reserve via Resy
Book ahead for dinner, especially on weekends, near the Plaza Theatre.