Canoe

An award-winning restaurant on the river
Word to the wise: Request a table on the canopied patio for views of the lush green gardens and the peaceful Chattahoochee River.

Talk of the town: Celebrity chef Alton Brown has reported Canoe to be his favorite restaurant in town.
Canoe, decorated like an upscale boathouse, may be Atlanta's best-situated restaurant, tucked into a cozy bank on the Chattahoochee River. Besides its lovely location, Canoe has also garnered numerous accolades for its seasonal, fresh American cooking.

Diners can look forward to slow roasted Carolina rabbit with Swiss chard and monkfish with Peruvian white beans, caramelized fennel, and roasted eggplant puree. An open-air bar with frequent live music offers the perfect setting for a pre-dinner drink. Afterward, take a stroll along the tranquil waterfront. It's a great spot for a special romantic dinner or a brunch to get excited about.