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Sweet Auburn BBQ, Atlanta, GA

Sweet Auburn BBQ

4.5
4.5
37 Reviews
$31 to $50
Barbecue
Sweet Auburn BBQ is located in the historic Poncey-Highland neighborhood, near the Fox Theatre, Ponce City Market, and Fernbank Museum. The well designed dining space features reclaimed antiques and custom lighting, making it the ideal place for a dinner date or business lunch. Their sidewalk patio is a dog friendly too.

Sweet Auburn Barbecue offers traditional style barbecue with an Asian twist. Chef Cam Floyd's menu items, such as Pimento cheese wontons, Gulf Coast Shrimp & Grits and Smoked Brisket Eggrolls, demonstrate the perfect marriage of traditional and innovative styles that Sweet Auburn Barbecue has become known for. Accolades include Best BBQ from AJC.com and Atlanta Magazine, and features in Thrillist, Eater, the Washington Post and Huffington Post. Most of the menu is sourced from local, Georgia farms and features many vegetarian options too. The full-service bar serves unique craft cocktails and beers, and features large selection of whiskey & b

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 8 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Barbecue, Asian, Comfort Food

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (678) 515-3550

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Asian & Pacific Islander, Women

  • Executive Chef

    Chef Cam Floyd

  • Catering

    We are Atlanta’s go-to catering provider for all occasions, big or small. From weddings, to corporate events, to parties, we can customize a perfect plan for treating your guests to a delicious menu. We can set up traditional buffet style catering, or serve guests from one of our food trucks. We love doing events, and our clients enjoy the best!

  • Private party facilities

    Our Rustic-modern vibe provides a comfortable and modern space for business functions, wedding receptions, reunions and more. With a full bar, and award winning culinary team, our expert professionals will work with you to customize a menu that fits your needs. We also host cooking classes and workshops! Email us at info@sweetauburnbbq.com

  • Neighbourhood

    Poncey-Highland

  • Cross Street

    Free 2 HR Parking Validation, at 675 N. Highland Ave Apartments Deck

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Public Transit

    Marta Bus stop across the street and Edgewood Ave Train station nearby

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

What 37 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Atlanta

    Neighbourhood gem

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We decided we wanted BBQ and Sweet Auburn was the perfect choice , our server Brittany was phenomenal, the food was delicious and the dessert topped it all off !
  2. mike

    Tampa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    the service was great and food was very good, enjoyed our anniversary dinner there.
  3. Ellen

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience- Courteous and helpful staff; delicious food!
  4. Nova

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious good. Excellent service. Get the pimento cheese wontons.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Friendly and efficient service, food was really innovative. Great (heathy) portions!
  6. Vassilis

    Atlanta Metro

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Disappointment. We went looking forward to try the ribs or hog but both were not available.
  7. SAPWyoming

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Don’t miss the bucket of cornbread! Or the Pimento Cheese Wontons..they are fantastic. As usual the service was great and we had a wonderful time.
  8. IkeGold

    New York Area

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great place. They showed a bunch of New Yorkers some good old southern hospitality. Food was very good to excellent as well. I would definitely go back when in Atlanta.
  9. DLSELM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great spin on Southern cuisine. We had a bit of everything: pimento cheese wontons, cornbread, egg rolls, pulled pork, chicken and bourbon chocolate pecan pie. Everything was fantastic. Great, attentive service too!
  10. TunchB

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best bbq places I’ve ever been in my life. If it’s your first time order the BBQ Omakase along with half a bird . You won’t regret it . Can’t wait to go back to Atlanta next month and visit this joint again.
  11. colleenm

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really incredible food and service! Staff was super accommodating and nice!
  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the Asian inspired BBQ at this place. All of our food was terrific, but the brisket egg rolls were to die for.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding! Food was great. Service by Brittany was perfect. It was a perfect choice for our pre concert meal! Loved the apps and cake!
  14. Nicish

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Out of all the choices for BBQ in Atlanta I would not return. It has interesting takes on some Asian fusion items but they weren't a home run for me. Not to mention the sides were also lack luster. I always try to find the positive in something but I just can't.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Miami - Dade

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience . Service was great the staff was very attentive . We were a group on 9 with 3toddlers and they were very accommodating and freindly. Food was amazing ! Did a great job of walking us through the menu and helping us make selections . Will come back on our next visit.
  16. NicoleW

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Local, fall off the bone, great flavor ribs (a must) If you like your brussel sprouts sweet (then this is the place for you) Brisket was a little dry
  17. NicoleH

    Atlanta Metro

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food was so good. I will definitely return to this establishment in the near future.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were great, even though they were understaffed at the time our waiter was awesome. Very children friendly as well.
  19. BahamianPrincess18

    Atlanta Metro

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best BBQ place for a vegan! We had to come back a second time bc it was so good!!!!
  20. Alexis

    New England

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Our food took almost an hour, so late that we had to grab it to go in the end because we had an event to get to down the street that was about to start. The brisket was okay but super dry and kinda seemed like it had just been sitting for a while. Rest of the food was also just okay. The place was not busy, so I have no idea why this took so long or why the food was lukewarm. There are so many other great restaurants in the area, this will likely not be our choice next time.
  21. tquinn10

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the Thai influence on traditional bbq items!
  22. Saharazod

    Atlanta Metro

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptionally good food and great service!! Superb!
  23. BillB

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    SAB does a great job. The sides and apps are a cut above the traditional barbecue joints, and the smoked meat is reliably good.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The romantic vibe with the food was excellent
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Would definitely visit again.
  26. TaSheS

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We saw this restaurant on BBQ cook off and my husband was hooked. We had family in town so we decided to give it a try. We wanted somewhere that was kid friendly and that was hard to find. The ambience was amazing, music was dope, parking convenient and service timely. The food was AMAZING. I haven’t eaten out recently where all my food arrived hot. I ordered the pulled chicken, collards and Mac n cheese. It was so much food and very flavorful. My husband got the tacos, daughter got the pulled pork. Everybody enjoyed their food. We got the banana pudding for desert and pecan pie. The food was worth the money and it was very affordable. Lastly, I haven’t experienced a restaurant that charges a % for the cooks. I actually think that’s a pretty cool idea since they are cooking the food. I definitely recommend
  27. JulieM

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Mouthwatering food, sumptuous sides and a trendy BBQ ambiance. Will be back.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience4
    Food was not great. Been here a million times and had been some great intown BBQ. Not sure what happened. Chicken wings and ribs were very dry. Over seasoned and sauced. Tasted like someone reheated some old food. Took 40 minutes for kids mac and cheese to arrive, and it arrived cold. Service was friendly and drinks were solid but need to work on the food. Hope they can turn it around.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. Sat at the bar. Stone ground cheddar grits were delicious. Pulled pork and brisket were good. Great vegetarian options as well. Will definitely be back.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 23, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great flavor and generous portions. Definitely will go back.
  31. VolkanTopalli

    Atlanta Metro

    47 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience4
    We have been going to Sweet Auburn for over 10 years (more if you count the downtown location). This was disappointing and it’s not a one off. We had a similar experience a few months ago but figured it was just an off night for the place. It wasn’t. First, the front door staff do not know how the reservation system works. They assumed there were no available tables and sent us and the group after us away mentioning we should’ve used OpenTable. We left thinking they were right but on the way to the car I checked OpenTable and was able to make a reservation for right then. Walked back in and they seated us after needing Cam to help them. Our server Zuri was very pleasant but the service was slow due to the kitchen not her. Our food was cold. Had to send it back. The brisket has good flavor but it was dry and this was the case last time we ate at SA. Sweet bbq wings were tasty but the garlic parm wings were dry. Wings were also served cold. We received two cake slices on time but the Chinese donuts arrived 15 minutes later and then the pecan pie was going to take yer another 10 min according to Zuri so we cancelled it. I really don’t like leaving negative reviews but I expect better from what used to be a top BBQ restaurant in Atlanta for $220.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unique - Barbecue with Asian twist! Very good combo. We started with the brisket egg rolls and my meal was the barbecue tofu. All of it was delicious! And the service was spot on! Looking forward to returning with my friends.
  33. smlltwngrl

    Austin

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place! Pimento cheese wontons are incredible!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The food is incredible, highly recommend the wontons as an appetizer.
  35. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    It was just ok . Expected more
  36. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best BBQ in Atlanta!
  37. NikkiW

    Tampa

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The food was great! We love the mix of flvors in the BBQ.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Sweet Auburn BBQ using the Order Online button. Sweet Auburn BBQ also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Sweet Auburn BBQ also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (678) 515-3550.

Sweet Auburn BBQ is rated 4.5 stars by 37 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Sweet Auburn BBQ

656 N Highland Ave Ne, Atlanta, GA 30306

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Free 2 HR Parking Validation, at 675 N. Highland Ave Apartments Deck

  • Neighbourhood

    Poncey-Highland

  • Hours of Operation

    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Barbecue, Asian, Comfort Food

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Public Transit

    Marta Bus stop across the street and Edgewood Ave Train station nearby

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Asian & Pacific Islander, Women

  • Executive Chef

    Chef Cam Floyd

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

  • Phone number

    (678) 515-3550

  • Catering

    We are Atlanta’s go-to catering provider for all occasions, big or small. From weddings, to corporate events, to parties, we can customize a perfect plan for treating your guests to a delicious menu. We can set up traditional buffet style catering, or serve guests from one of our food trucks. We love doing events, and our clients enjoy the best!

  • Private party facilities

    Our Rustic-modern vibe provides a comfortable and modern space for business functions, wedding receptions, reunions and more. With a full bar, and award winning culinary team, our expert professionals will work with you to customize a menu that fits your needs. We also host cooking classes and workshops! Email us at info@sweetauburnbbq.com

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