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The General Muir

The General Muir

Deli, Jewish Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$
Atlanta
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    Has a stamp of approval from Eater and Creative Loafing Atlanta
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    Alan L.
    "The pastry basket was amazing and carb free, right?"(7 Tips)
    Dustin
    "quick sandwich & matzah ball soup"(9 Tips)
    Eater
    "executive chef Todd Ginsberg has been winning hearts"(3 Tips)
    Nay
    "I'm in love with the pastrami sandwich."(5 Tips)
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  • Tasting Table
    Tasting TableAugust 5, 2014
    This is an all-day destination any time of day--from the fantastic cinnamon rolls in the morning to the weekly brisket or fried chicken specials at night. Read more
  • Soowan P.
    Soowan ParkMay 6, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Cheesecake is a must. Very firm and rich. It goes along with reg coffee very well
  • Bina E.
    Bina ESeptember 15, 2013
    The food here is delicious! I had the Lower East Side platter which is enough for two. The trout salad was especially good.
  • AJC
    AJCApril 24, 2013
    You can count on the prune stuffed gnocchi in oxtail ragu with carrots and Brussels sprouts. Read more
  • Kelsey A.heart icon on user image
    Kelsey AgnewJuly 28, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Go early on Saturday nights for the heavenly lump crab Reuben - but if you're too late, the burger is one of Atlanta's best.
  • TV Food Maps
    TV Food MapsSeptember 28, 2015
    Check out General Muir as it was featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives for the Jewish deli putting out a fish specialty alongside killer pastrami hash Read more
  • Steven D.heart icon on user image
    Steven DenisonMay 27, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    I found it thru DDD. The food is really good and the prices are very reasonable. I will be back!
  • Tim B.heart icon on user image
    Tim BallMarch 22, 2014
    Best, quickest, friendliest brunch I've had in Atlanta. (Solo, at the bar; longer wait for larger parties.)
  • Rory G.
    Rory GaganFebruary 8, 2013
    I had the vegetarian beet Reuben. It was delicious, I miss Reuben's, and this hit the spot! Good fries too!
  • Julieheart icon on user image
    JulieNovember 7, 2014
    I loved the brisket chili and the cheeseburger.
  • Holly C.heart icon on user image
    Holly CliftonOctober 30, 2013
    Chef Lauren is the stuff! You MUST get the cheese cake or the Black Car cookie! You're life isn't complete until you've had that experience!
  • Alex R.heart icon on user image
    Alex RavenelNovember 7, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Pastrami and egg sandwich is 👌🔥. Don't forget to try some pastries too.
  • Jihyun O.heart icon on user image
    Jihyun OhNovember 10, 2015
    Deviled eggs - delicious! Great service.
  • Jen O.
    Jen OshimaJanuary 25, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Burger is awesome and so is J Money (the waiter)
  • Ian P.heart icon on user image
    Ian ParkerJune 30, 2016
    Charred broccoli, Burrata, heirloom tomato salad, watermelon salad...don't miss.
  • Viranuj S.heart icon on user image
    Viranuj SueblinvongDecember 24, 2016
    There burger is too good.. we had it (again on the same night) instead of dessert!
  • Professor P.
    Professor P.September 1, 2013
    A heady mix of Emoroids, other rich people, hipsters, and aging Yankee transplants. In other words: order your food and do not engage.
  • Steven D.heart icon on user image
    Steven DenisonJune 11, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    What's not to like? Food is awesome, service is top-notch!
  • Stacia C.heart icon on user image
    Stacia CharpiatOctober 3, 2015
    Bagels, latkes, pastrami, and everything they brought to the table was delicious.
  • Gregory C.heart icon on user image
    Gregory CoxSeptember 30, 2018
    Excellent pastrami sandwich. Their hamburger is amazing, too.
  • AJC
    AJCJuly 1, 2013
    The AJC staff raves about the pastrami on the poutine. Read more
  • Gintare T.heart icon on user image
    Gintare TorresNovember 16, 2016
    Had my bday brunch here, very delicious, get some salmon sandwich, so yummy
  • Sam L.heart icon on user image
    Sam LackOctober 2, 2018
    The matzo ball soup was salty, but the chicken sandwich with pastrami was delicious.
  • Ron H.heart icon on user image
    Ron Ha-MercyJanuary 31, 2021
    The meats, the lox, the atmosphere
  • Nayheart icon on user image
    NayMay 23, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    I'm in love with the pastrami sandwich. Get it with chicken liver spread!!
  • Sophia M.
    Sophia MApril 24, 2014
    Oh my God this place is amazing. The bar, the atmosphere, the staff, the food.. 5/5 stars :)
  • Justin H.heart icon on user image
    Justin HFebruary 15, 2018
    Amazing dinner and wine pairing. Can’t wait to come back and try the burger.
  • Allison R.
    Allison R.October 7, 2014
    We had the homemade ginger soda and poutine. It was delightful.
  • Constance D.heart icon on user image
    Constance DuncanNovember 26, 2015
    Great Bottle / Can Selection of IPAs 🍺 #iheartipa
  • Beth B.heart icon on user image
    Beth BondSeptember 26, 2018
    Authentic bagels and lox in Atlanta 💯❤️
  • ℳ𝒶𝓎♍
    ℳ𝒶𝓎♍August 5, 2015
    This place is a solid A+++.The food was pretty good. The service was good. The place feels authentic. It's just not anything to write home about
  • Austin R.
    Austin RussellJune 1, 2013
    Burger was delicious. Make sure to get the homemade ice cream sandwiches.
  • Brandon B.heart icon on user image
    Brandon BurneyApril 22, 2018
    Great Food, loved the burger and pastrami and egg sandwich!
  • Mirisheart icon on user image
    MirisMay 25, 2023
    Tuna sandwich, chicken club and, of course, matzoh ball soup.
  • Patrick C.
    Patrick ChangDecember 23, 2016
    The Amazing Burger is truly amazing. The putin fries is pretty good too.
  • Tina L.
    Tina LMay 18, 2013
    The food was good, but pricey. Service was friendly, but easily confused and they didn't check on our table much. Nothing "New York" style about this place except that they serve pastrami.
  • Laura G.
    Laura GravensApril 9, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Expresso drinks are fantastic, but found the bagels lacking. Shame - they look so good!!
  • Haley S.heart icon on user image
    Haley SnyderSeptember 16, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Almost cried over my heavenly cappuccino and avenue d bagel.
  • Chandresh L.heart icon on user image
    Chandresh LadvaJuly 17, 2015
    Been here 50+ times
    Always brewing Atlanta's Batdorf and Bronson. Great service, great deli!
  • Jackie V.
    Jackie VAugust 20, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    The cinnamon rolls are delicious try it with milk
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    MirisMay 25, 2023
    Tuna salad, chicken club and, of course, matzoh ball soup.
  • Brian S.
    Brian SweeneyJuly 26, 2013
    Tried the Reuben, Pomme Frites and a Chocolate Egg Cream. Awesome!
  • Cassandra Y.heart icon on user image
    Cassandra YoungApril 18, 2016
    Cauliflower bulgogi & ramen on Monday nights.
  • Silvio L.heart icon on user image
    Silvio LombardiMay 22, 2017
    Been here 25+ times
    Best espresso in Atlanta!
  • Tilsit M.heart icon on user image
    Tilsit MOSeptember 27, 2015
    Poached eggs with grits is amazing!
  • Crew
    CrewApril 28, 2015
    Power outlets along the walls. Free Wi-Fi, password not required. Read more
  • Cassandra Y.heart icon on user image
    Cassandra YoungApril 18, 2016
    The cauliflower bulgogi on Monday night. ZOMG.
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    AdnaJuly 14, 2015
    Convenient deli-like place in emory point. Nice interior.
  • Daniel V.
    Daniel ValdesApril 29, 2016
    This place is great for deli brunch
  • Julieheart icon on user image
    JulieNovember 7, 2014
    I still haven't tried the pierogies- I wish they would tell me when the have them.
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