Food & Drink · Restaurants
The Varsity
Fast Food
Georgia Original
Historic
About
The Varsity is a Georgia-founded drive-in restaurant chain whose flagship location sits at the edge of Midtown Atlanta, near Georgia Tech, and has operated since 1928. The counter-service spot is known for chili dogs, onion rings, and its signature Frosted Orange drink, with a campus spanning two city blocks and roughly 800 seats. It is one of the most recognized restaurant landmarks in the city.
Menu highlights
Good to know
Counter service
Order cafeteria-style at the counter in Varsity tradition; no table service or reservations.
Closed major holidays
Closed Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, with early closing on a few other holidays.