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Local(404) 881-1706

61 North Ave
Atlanta, GA 30308

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Varsity
Local(404) 881-1706

61 North Ave
Atlanta, GA 30308

http://www.thevarsity.com

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The Open View

Varsity, The is a four star restaurant in Atlanta. This is a great place. Located in the Midtown neighborhood, this very affordable restaurant has been around for the last 75 years. It's known for its hot dogs. This place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a casual atmosphere. This restaurant features catering. This place is open late and good for groups.

Expert Reviews of Varsity

Citysearch | North Avenue landmark serves up throwback fast food and neon-drenched, old-Atlanta nostalgia.

Visible from the interstate thanks to a mighty red "V," the Varsity sells a combination of Joe College rah-rah and soda-fountain romance. Flashy neon signage sets up the stainless steel, curving glass-brick...
citysearch.com - expert review - 03/14/2005
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User Reviews of Varsity

Yelp.com Review - by N D.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place is disgusting and an embarrassment for anyone else other than middle school church groups. I had out of town family here and someone suggested going here. I made several other suggestions.…
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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What'll Have? What'll Have?

You've never had fast food like you can get at this drive in. You've got to have a chili dog "all the way" and an FO (frosted orange). Add some onion rings and a fried peach pie - it doesn't get any
kudzu.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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A

When fast food becomes an overwhelming experience, is it still delicious? You bet it is, when coming from this infamous hunk of "Hotlanta's" history. It was one of the cheesiest -- but tastiest -- pit
kudzu.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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Be Prepared

Everyone has said that a visit to the varsity is a necesasry part of living in atlanta. I don't think you'll miss much if you don't make it, unless you are a true lover of burgers and onion rings.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jaye J.

5.0 of 5 stars. In all honesty, were this place not rooted in my DNA, in my family history, I don't know if I'd love it as much. As it stands though, I've been going to the Varsity since, well probably since I was in…
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeanette I.

5.0 of 5 stars. Some people's reviews indicate they were expecting a fine dining experience, and were disappointed to discover The Varsity isn't a Michelin-level establishment with breathtaking culinary creations and…
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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Heart Attack Waiting

The Varsity is a grease bowl. Anyone who wants clogged arteries, be sure to eat here. No wonder southerners are suffering from diabetes and heart attacks: we eat grease, lard, and tea sweetened with
kudzu.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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Fun Place To Eat

Great atmosphere for eating before or after sports activities. Chili burgers are good and PC's and Frosted Orange drinks are great. Not for the faint of heart or anyone on a diet.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by UN know N.

1.0 of 5 stars. All respect due to the "local landmark/ legendary institution" aspect of the place, but I just don't get it. The food doesnt really TASTE like anything ... unless grease is a new flavor - in which…
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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Yummy

I really like the varsity. They got the burgers!!! And everything that taste good. A great place to add on the calories.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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Bet Onion Rings in town

Love the junk food-now with no trans-fat in the oil. Try the chilli cheese dogs with fries or rings and top it off with an frosty orange
kudzu.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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Pure Junk Food

..and I love it!!! Every now and then you need some grease. No salad bar here!Nothing like a nekkid dog, fatt burger, onion rings and a VO!
kudzu.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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Must Visit

If you are new to Atlanta this place is a mist visit. The food is good although not good for you and if you visit the location downtown it has history.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Caitlin B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I LOVE this place!! Everytime I visit my dad in the ATL, this is a must stop!! The most isn't the BEST I've ever had, but there's just something about those greasy onion rings that puts you that…
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Whatyouhave

The service very was lacking, but the food was pretty good. Overall I feel the experience was one that I would do again. Make sure you try there fries.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Even plain (naked) the dog are great!!

A snapshot on local character and good food, the Varsity is a must eat in Atlanta!! Easy to locate on the Perimeter across from GT.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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Unique!!

More than just a cultural iconic restaurant - I like their food! Dog and a Frosty O. A must stop for tourists and natives!!
kudzu.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jon S.

3.0 of 5 stars. The Varsity has a pretty interesting atmosphere. You basically get herded along through the ordering line, have your food thrown at you, and then get to go sit in an old school desk, if you can find…
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by J H.

3.0 of 5 stars. to me, this is the best fast food chili dog in town. Only other things I've tried here are the Orange frost drink (decent) and the onion rings, which are not worth the calories. The chili dogs are one…
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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Grease 4 Daze

The Varsity is a serious greasy spoon: The chilli-cheese-slaw dogs with a frosted orange is a such a treat! One of those places that you have to love it for what it is. A greasy delicious Atlanta trad
kudzu.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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lilaguide | great Restaurant

this restaurant was on the food network channel and it is a great place to eat at. My kids love the hot dogs from here.
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Hannah K.

1.0 of 5 stars. Like many of the other "legendary" Atlanta landmarks, The Varsity leaves you initially disappointed, when you realize the food is totally over-hyped, after you spent 30 minutes in line behind a group…
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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Fun Place

Historic Drive-in hamburger place. It's a place you have to visit at least once in Atlanta. The food isn't great but the atmosphere is terrific.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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HEART ATTACK

finding a place to eat in here, is almost as difficult as ORDERING. the cashiers can tend to be very rude and impatient, but the food is good. however, this isn't the place to go if you're counting
kudzu.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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Part of Atlanta

You can not come to atlanta without getting a hotdog from the varsity. It is atlanta tradition, and although the food is greasy, it is delicious and the atmosphere is fabulous!
kudzu.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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"Whaddya have"

The varsity is a classic Atlantic restaurant. Sure, the food is not healthy, but it is a fun place to go and the food is good if you just have it every now and then. I like to have the apple pies fo
kudzu.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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In the mood

If you're in the mood for greasy food, this is the place. Sometimes you just have to have it or if you're nursing a hang over. There's nothing like the Varsity.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/24/2008
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I'm Addicted

Every so often you just HAVE to have a Varsity chili dog and onion rings- they are the best. Fried pies are super too.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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i like..

that it has really good food. i don't really think it has the best environment but i do love the varsity closer to athens! its my favorate! but the last time i was there the service was very poor but
kudzu.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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A tradition!

When in Atlanta, one needs to go to the varsity. It is a high-priced heart-attack on a plastic plate, but fun nonetheless. I go for the orange freeze!
kudzu.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny F.

3.0 of 5 stars. This review is from memory. I can't believe I didn't review The Varsity before. There had to be 1000 people when we ate here. I think there was a football game going on. Despite the sheer amount of…
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Ew

The Varsity is definitely a fun place to go to. It's definitely the epitome of spending a day in Atlanta. But, the food there is so incredibly greasy. When you order, you're basically ordering a bowl
kudzu.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Fun But Greasy

I love going here to hang out, but I have a hard time eating anything. Lots of people love it, but it is very greasy.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Grease

If you are a person who really loves really greasy food then you will love the varsity. This place is a little too greasy for me.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Long T.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place is apparently an Atlanta institution... being from out-of-town, this was one of the few places I had heard about before coming to the ATL... while it wasn't exactly the best culinary…
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Atl Trademark

The experience is key. The service is fun and the food is pretty good. Anyone visiting Atlanta must make a stop here!
kudzu.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Sports Food

The best hamburger's, chili dogs, and milkshakes east of the Mississippi! We eat here before every GA Tech game and cannot get enough of it! I Love It!
kudzu.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Atl Trademark

The Varsity is an Atlanta trademark. People don't go there for the food - they go there for the experience. The menu doesn't have a big variety - but the all american cuisine and atmosphere is great f
kudzu.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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You have to go here

When you come to Atlanta, you must not miss the Varsity. Get two naked dogs walking, onion rings and a frosted orange. The perfect meal.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Antonio A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Frozen Orange drink and the Fried Peach Pie. Those are my two reasons to come to The Varsity. They're f*cking awesome! Other than that, I haven't really eaten anything here. It doesn't look super…
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michel T.

5.0 of 5 stars. I just visited my hometown of Atlanta and I craved the Varsity the whole time. My schedule was pretty packed but I managed to finally hop in there on my way to the airport on my way home. Three…
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by rob s.

2.0 of 5 stars. I'm not quite sure about this place either. When I first moved to ATL back in 91 my friend took me here. It gave me the shits, seriously. If you like this place and you're lost in Spartanburg, SC,…
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tamara M.

3.0 of 5 stars. An Atlanta institution, The Varsity has been serving customers there since 1928. In 1950, they had 100 carhops in 1950 who greeted folks with their famous "What'll ya have?" Originally set up with…
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica S.

2.0 of 5 stars. I don't understand why this place exists! Yes, it's an institution but so is prison really isn't it? The chili will give you the runs I can guarantee, the hot dogs are okay but the onion rings are…
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joseph D.

3.0 of 5 stars. You don't so much go to the Varsity for the food as much as the experience....WHATEVUH I don't know why the Varsity has stayed open for so long and has the reputation it does. The food is ok. I've…
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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Neat Atmosphere

The biggest of the best "what'll you have" Varsity restaurants around. Still has drive in outside, double deck parking and multi-level seating inside.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Diana N.

4.0 of 5 stars. I was visiting friends who are Ga natives, and they said that I had to eat at The Varsity. We were starving after walking around all day at the CNN headquarters and World of Coke, and scarfed down…
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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tradition

Our family always meets at the varsity. It is a fun place to eat, kids like the atmosphere and the onion rings are the best!
kudzu.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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An Atlanta Classic

Another classic everyone should go to at least oonce! The food is good (although not good for you) and the service is even better.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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Best Grease in Town

I don't think I can go to Atlanta without making a stop at the Varsity. The best place to eat. Gotta try it.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan D.

5.0 of 5 stars. BEST DOG
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ricardo A.

1.0 of 5 stars. I heard about the Varsity as being an institution in Atlanta for hot dogs and hamburgers. What I found out is it is nothing more than a greasy pit. The hamburgers are poor quality and look as if they…
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Darien R.

1.0 of 5 stars. My husband and I ventured to Varsity once we moved to Atlanta. As a child he would come here when he would visit his family. We walked in and I wanted to take out a bleach bottle and pour it all…
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by David M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Greasy, greasy greasy, but the place is cool. It's set up like a school room complete with desks. The hot dogs are good going down, not so good coming up or out. I did like the frosted orange and would…
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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It's the V

You know the food is not that good but it is about going to The Varsity.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Robert M.

1.0 of 5 stars. First I bash Eats, and now this.... Are there any other "Atlanta Institutions" that I can go after?
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2008
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Atlanta Landmark

Went many a times while a student at Georgia Tech. The food is cheap and fast. Not healthy at all to eat the stuff but you go more for the expeirience than the nutritional value.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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Atlanta Staple

Greasy fast food of lower quality. Gotta Love It!!! A tradition if your going to a game downtown.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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2 dogs walking

What can you say Its the Varsity My personal favorite is the Chili Burger, Thats right I said burger.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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Local Institution

If you like greasy burgers and fries and know what you want to order as you step up to the counter then this is your place.
kudzu.com - user review - 04/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joel C.

2.0 of 5 stars. I don't get it. I just don't get how this place can be so popular! Bad food and bad customer service every time I go...which is like once every 2 years. I dunno, maybe because the time I went it…
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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Gross

I went to the Varsity after a afternoon of sightseeing with my out of town guests. I had never been there and thought it would be another great way for them to experience Atlanta. WRONG!!!! I shouldv'e taken...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Casey S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I actually like this place even though the food is not the healthiest. It has a lot of history and the hot dogs are awesome. Just don't go too often!
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by LORI B.

1.0 of 5 stars. I remembered seeing the Varsity on some food network show years ago and really wanted to try it when I moved here. EVERYONE told me not to bother and no one would go with me. Finally I put my foot…
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lindy F.

5.0 of 5 stars. What'll ya have?! What'll ya have?! The Varsity is an institution. If you haven't been, you must give it a shot at some point whether you live here or are just passing through. A must for every UGA…
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by William W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Maybe I'm missing something. I admit it - I very well could be. I'm not local to Atlanta, and didn't go to college here. This is the first time I've visited the city, and I went to the Varsity…
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Elisa K.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you've never eaten at a drive-in, obviously Varsity is the place to go. Apparently it is the largest drive-through in the world and is quite an experience. My bf and I were a little nervous, to be…
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Oh guilty pleasures....onion rings and orange drink. I sit in the car to avoid the shame of getting caught.... How can anything so good be soooo bad?
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Colin J.

1.0 of 5 stars. Sorry to hold a grudge, Varsity, but back in college when I had 20 bucks to my name, one of your cashiers stole money from me. You counted the drawer, only to conclude that I was lying. And of…
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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A Legend

Extremely greasy, somewhat average americana style fast food...but add in the charm and flavor and you've got a pretty fun place to down a dog covered in mustard and onions. The long lines don't lie..
kudzu.com - user review - 01/26/2008
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lilaguide | Very Well Known

Well known and old establishment in Atlanta with great food. Prices are reasonable. The restaraunt can be very busy at times though the lines move pretty fast.
lilaguide.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie W.

3.0 of 5 stars. I generally try to be a healthy eater and make wise nutritional decisions. However, when I crave the Varsity, all that positive healthy intention goes out the window. I don't even eat burgers or hot…
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeff R.

4.0 of 5 stars. One eats at the Varsity for the onion rings with a distinctive kick all their own. Chrome, jukeboxes, Fonzie, soda jerks - this place brings it all home - complete with the barking staff: "What'll…
yelp.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ah, The Varsity! How many times did I eat your nekked steaks when I was a lad? Now that I'm a wise old man, I eat the chili steak instead. But I still get my o-rings and fried apple pies. It's full of…
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Danny B.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place was a great source of happiness for me as a kid. I loved it. It wasn't too much a chain back then but the burgers were unbelievable. They also had something called the Varsity Jr. They…
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2007
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Fun for Tourists

The Varsity is a fun place to visit for a greasy junk food meal, especially when you're from out of town. The restaurant is a legend of the South and worth at least one visit. The curt service is pa
kudzu.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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Well it is the V

If it wasn't The Varsity I wouldn't have given it 3 stars. It's alright but if it wasn't this place I probably would have gone someplace else.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/08/2007
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varsity

I know that a lot of Atlantans love this place even though we disagree and do not know why they love it. The food is very greasy. Wait was extremely long. We felt sick after eating there.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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not good

terrible food.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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A classic!

The Varsity is definitely one of the premiere Atlanta experiences. From the perfectly greasy onion rings to the chili dogs, the food is a special treat. The best part though is the FO (frosted orang
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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An Atlanta ICON

The food is not the greatest in Atlanta, but sometimes you just gotta have the #2 Two chilidogs with onion rings and a large frosted Orange)! (bring the tums)
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2007
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HORRIBLE

This has to be THE most overpriced and overrated place in all of the Southeast. Everything other than the frosted orange and the onion rings are complete garbage. Never let anyone talk you into going
kudzu.com - user review - 11/06/2007
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WHAT CAN YOU SAY......

It is always interesting to take someone to the Varsity for the First Time.... I do all the ordering and show them how to fix the dogs and steaks... A Heavyweight Chilidog, a Glorified ChiliSteak, a Large PC,...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/05/2007
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The Varsity

An Atlanta icon for greasy burgers. You must eat here if you enter the Atlanta city limits. Nothing special here but I suggest hitting this place after a UGA, braves, or falcons game.
kudzu.com - user review - 10/25/2007
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A Landmark, A Legend

Sure, some of the locals may be over this place, but where else can you go to get mouthwatering super greasy food and a frosted orange? Especially fun for out-of-towners who see it as a destination,
kudzu.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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lilaguide | If your in Atlanta you must go

I have been eating at the Varsity for as long as I can remember and I love it that my kids will have the same memories. The food is greasy but it is really good. To look around and see all these kids eating a...
lilaguide.com - user review - 10/20/2007
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Yeah baby

Great food, highly recommend!
kudzu.com - user review - 10/09/2007
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My favorite

I can't wait to go back to Atlanta to order a naked dog an order of rings and a VO.
kudzu.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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The One And Only

A lot can be said about this place but if you like your food greasy and unhealthy than this is the place to go. It is always consistent and as long as you know what to expect it should be enjoyable.
kudzu.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by j w.

1.0 of 5 stars. the place is disgusting. it's not like it's a dive redeemed by good food. the food is so bad that you can't finish it. as far as "atmosphere", give me a break. it's about the most depressing place you…
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by J H.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place is disgusting. I'm not from Atlanta so the nostalgia doesn't bias my review. I took one bite of my hot dog and that was it. I don't know if this is too vulgar for Yelp, but my boyfriend…
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Wallace S.

2.0 of 5 stars. The low quality food sits on your stomach like a rock, but the prices are dirt cheap and it IS an Atlanta tradition. I'd go once to say that you have and never think about the place again.
yelp.com - user review - 09/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Linda T.

1.0 of 5 stars. GA-ROSS. if there was an option to give negative stars, they'd get a negative five. the onion rings come out as one mass of almost burnt onions with the breading not even sticking to the onions.. i…
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2007
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Yummy...in the tummy

Everytime I visit Atlanta I always stop at THe Varsity. It's a place where if your an avid hot dog, hamburger, or sandwich lover you'll be in heaven! THe people that work there are always very nice and try to...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/07/2007
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Terrible Food

This may be an Atlanta tradition, but their food is gross. It was a fun experience the first time going. But, every time after that has been bad. The food is horrible and I always end up getting sick.
kudzu.com - user review - 08/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by joe i.

2.0 of 5 stars. So I thought I would try this Atlanta classic. I went in to hear "What'll ya have!" I heard that plenty while I was there. Got the chili hot dog, chili burger and onion rings. My stomach is still a…
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Brook M.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is one of those places that is considered an "institution" and ends up featured on travel and foodie shows, but you're not sure why. A gigantic building dedicated to hot dogs, chili and…
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Bill S.

4.0 of 5 stars. The Varsity is an Atlanta institution. They are a fast food joint that's been around damn near forever. They serve burgers and hot dogs, but the shining star on their menu is the onion rings. Large…
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2007
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All American Drive-In------Great For The Kids

After every Braves game, their is only one place my kids love to go. We have a similar place in Chicago, but this place in Atlanta is a classic. Chili dogs, lttle burgers, french-fries, and greasy onion rings....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/05/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Gary L.

3.0 of 5 stars. "WHAT'LL YA HAVE?" As I was greeted by the teenager cashier, the Varsity reminded me of a giant place to get fat. The menu screams chili this chili that, fries, fried onion rings, shakes, and a few…
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Allan M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ahh, such a classic must-stop place for anyone visiting Atlanta. I grew up going to this place too, over all the years I've been traveling down to Atlanta, and to Georgia, to visit relatives on my…
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephanie S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Yuck, yuck, yuck. I give it 3 stars because it has character. Lot's of character!!!
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2007
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Get a clue

To all the "one star" heathen: we KNOW it's greasy! Personally, I cannot stomach the onion rings, but have grown to respect, nay, ADMIRE those who can and do and live to sing their praises. We KNOW it's...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Gregor G.

4.0 of 5 stars. When fast food becomes an overwhelming experience, is it still delicious? You bet it is, when coming from this infamous hunk of "Hotlanta's" history. It was one of the cheesiest -- but tastiest -- pit…
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Cory F.

4.0 of 5 stars. The first time I was in Atlanta was with my high school marching band in 1998. (Yeah, I played the bells, wanna make somethin' of it?) We played during halftime at the Peach Bowl, and went to lots…
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Matthew L.

2.0 of 5 stars. Was not as cheap as I expected and the egg salad sandwich upset my stomach. All I could think of was the episode of Futurama where Fry gets worms from an egg salad sandwich at a truck stop. Onion…
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Blake B.

3.0 of 5 stars. I'm not a big fan of fast food (mainly because I used to be a big big fatboy and now think like an avoider of such grease) but I were I'd eat at Varsity a lot. I guess that means I should rate it…
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by nikki k.

3.0 of 5 stars. I went to The Varsity for the first time when I was in seventh grade and had no idea that in a few years I would be vegan. Maybe this place caused me to be vegan, who knows... Anyway, my dad took me…
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly J.

4.0 of 5 stars. You should go here looking for cheap fast food served in the olden times way, a good smoothie, or waitresses who are paid to be outspoken... and don't expect anything else. It is going to be greasy,…
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael B.

3.0 of 5 stars. The Varsity is... a burger stand. A huge, overgrown, filled with loud sloppy people, burger stand. And the burgers are OK. Let me debunk this big Varsity myth right now. People say it's all about the…
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Justin B.

5.0 of 5 stars. If someone came to Atlanta and asked me where they could get some greasy food that if eaten over a long period of time could cause a heart attack then I would have to tell them all about the Varsity.…
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Carmen H.

4.0 of 5 stars. When I have to connect through Atlanta, I'm always tempted to delay my flight long enough to take MARTA into town for a quick stop at the Varsity. I'm 62 now but I long for my youth and visiting my…
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2007
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A Classic

It is what it is - a burger and hot dog joint. Don't have unrealistic expectations and you won't be disappointed. It's a wonderful throwback to an era when people didn't order salads instead of burgers or...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Margo R.

3.0 of 5 stars. "ONE NAKED DOG!" The register lady screams to the cooks as if the food is about to eat her. "That's another naked dog!" The oven line shouts in chorus.
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Alex H.

4.0 of 5 stars. yum. heheh, well, to expand a little bit, I went to this famous joint this week while I was out here in Atlanta for a Show. I'd heard about it either on The Hotdog Show (PBS) or FoodTV. They're famous…
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Bella I.

3.0 of 5 stars. Have to eat here if you want a little history of Atlanta. Greasy food though... so be prepared to have your arteries clogged.
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebecca O.

3.0 of 5 stars. What'll ya have? A greasy, greasy taste of nostalgia. Not like I was around during the peak popularity of The Varsity, but I can still appreciate it for its mass of devoted fans today -- and so…
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Marc M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Bottom line, The Varsity is a mecca for grease junkies. The food is decent but, their Fried onion rings are hands down the best I have ever had. Their chili dogs and burgers are good but, minimal in…
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Coley W.

2.0 of 5 stars. If you're a sucker for novelty, then the Varsity is for you. It's the largest fast food joint in the world where the servers come to your car and take your order (or something like that). If all you…
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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lilaguide | Varsity, The Editorial Review

an Atlanta institution since 1928... great food and fun for all ages... chili dogs, chili steaks, fries, onion rings and frosted oranges... not a lot of healthy options... yummy, fun and fattening... there are...
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by T. Murray -.

2.0 of 5 stars. Grease galore. I went to Tech and honestly this was not my "hang out spot." The food was just completely drenched in grease and I don't think that's organic beef they are serving. I went again…
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2007
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Always a must 2 stop!

Whenever I have company in town, we always make a quick car-hop stop for a dog with mustard and extra onions, FO & a peach pie. Ugh! Clogged arteries, but oh so worth it.
kudzu.com - user review - 02/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Dorian G.

5.0 of 5 stars. My freshman year at Tech, I lived in one of the dorms that was literally right on the interstate, across from the Varsity. There's nothing like an orange freeze to take the stress off of cramming for…
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Hiromi N.

3.0 of 5 stars. Hey, I remember this restaurant from my college road tripping days (I went to NCSU, if you couldn't already tell). Heck, the burgers were great for a college student's budget and this has a…
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jack C.

2.0 of 5 stars. Apparently one of those things that you have to do while in Atlanta. Fun place. No frills. Don't go just for the food or you'll be sorely disappointed.
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ronald W.

2.0 of 5 stars. The Varisty is not where you go for the quality of the food, but it is worth a visit to see how well such a large and busy fast food place is ran well. Cheap is the word of the day and the food…
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by KJ L.

2.0 of 5 stars. Greasy. Supposedly ATL classic, but the food is not that good. Nice atmosphere after GT football game.
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Beth W.

2.0 of 5 stars. You have to go here at least once. Although the varsity is not what it once was. Now the varsity has computer screens so they no longer have to yell out what you are ordering. They are also using…
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2007