Norcross punches well above its size. The historic downtown square pulls in a steakhouse and casual sandwich spots worth knowing, but the real depth is in the strip-mall corridors where Thai kitchens that have been running since 1995 sit alongside Argentine churrasco, Nigerian jollof rice, and Cuban comfort food. This guide covers all of it, ordered by what the neighborhood actually eats.
Norcross $$
6034 S Norcross Tucker Rd · (770) 242-4015
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Siamese Basil has been running its takeout-only operation since 1995, and the three-flavor chicken is the order that keeps regulars coming back decade after decade. The pad thai and green curry hold up just as well. Located in a low-key plaza, there is no dine-in, so plan accordingly: call ahead, pick up, and eat well. For a mom-and-pop Thai kitchen with this kind of consistency, it is the one to know in Norcross.
What to orderPad Thai, Green Curry, Thai Basil Stir-Fry
№ 02
Mojitos - Norcross
5.9Solid
Norcross $$
35 S Peachtree St · (770) 758-4820
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Mojitos sits in historic downtown Norcross, close enough to the square that a festival or street event makes the visit that much better. The Cuban sandwich and ropa vieja are the anchors, and the pollo asado rounds out a short menu that does not overreach. Casual, family-friendly, and priced right for a weeknight out. When something is happening in the neighborhood, this is a natural first stop.
What to orderCubano Sandwich, Ropa Vieja, Pollo Asado
Norcross $$
4015 Holcomb Bridge Rd · (479) 657-8178
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Yardy Kitchen's jerk chicken is the standout, well-seasoned and arriving in portions that actually satisfy. The curry goat and oxtail stew round out a Jamaican menu that draws regulars who have been searching the metro for the real thing. Staff keeps service polite and quick. For Caribbean cooking in Norcross, Yardy is the place to know, and the prices make it an easy repeat.
What to orderJerk Chicken with Rice and Peas, Curry Goat, Oxtail Stew
№ 04
Thai Norcross
5.4Solid
Norcross $$
1200 Rockbridge Rd NW · (770) 938-3883
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Thai Norcross has been a neighborhood reference point long enough that grown adults remember their parents bringing them here as kids. The room has moved to a larger, more spacious location since those days, and the attentive service has followed. Pad see ew and drunken noodles are reliable orders; the green curry with seafood rewards the drive from across the Duluth-Norcross corridor. A full-service sit-down that earns the loyalty it carries.
What to orderPad Thai, Green Curry with Seafood, Drunken Noodles
№ 05
The Crossing Steakhouse
5.4Solid
Norcross $$$
40 South Peachtree St · (770) 746-7999
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The Crossing is locally owned and operates out of a historic building in downtown Norcross, close enough to the train tracks that a passing freight train is part of the character. The dry-aged ribeye is the centerpiece, and the seafood tower makes a strong case for special-occasion visits. Lunch and dinner menus give it flexibility for business entertaining or a proper date night. For OTP steak in a room with actual character, this is the call.
What to orderDry-Aged Ribeye, Lobster Tail, Seafood Tower
№ 06
D'Cuban Cafe
6.1Solid
Norcross $
6200 Buford Hwy · (770) 447-0877
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D'Cuban Cafe runs a small, fast operation where the ropa vieja and lechon asado come loaded with flavorful sauces, served in sample cups so diners can work through the options. The Cubano sandwich holds its own at a price point that makes the whole menu approachable. Service is friendly and the kitchen moves quickly. At this price, it is the everyday Cuban option in Norcross, no argument needed.
What to orderRopa Vieja, Cubano Sandwich, Lechon Asado
Norcross $$
62 College St · (678) 527-6278
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Bleu House sits in the downtown Norcross pocket near Peachtree Corners, a lunch spot that keeps the line moving and the kitchen consistent. The pulled pork sandwich and smoked brisket platter are the headliners; the BBQ loaded mac and cheese is the side worth adding. The room stays quiet enough for a working lunch. For something filling and low-key in the historic district, Bleu House delivers without overcomplicating things.
What to orderPulled Pork Sandwich, Smoked Brisket Platter, BBQ Loaded Mac and Cheese
Norcross $$
6385 Spalding Dr · (678) 421-9191
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Loving Hut is one of the metro's fully vegan kitchens, and the Norcross location handles both dine-in and takeout with consistency. The Vietnamese-style pho with mock beef and the orange crispy chicken are the dishes that bring regulars back. Fresh spring rolls with peanut sauce travel well. Gluten-free options are plentiful, the staff moves fast, and the menu is wide enough to satisfy a full table with different priorities.
What to orderVietnamese Pho with Mock Beef, Orange Crispy Chicken (Vegan), Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce
№ 09
Sabores Del Plata
5.5Solid
Norcross $$
6200 Buford Hwy NE · (678) 743-4671
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Sabores Del Plata brings Argentine cooking to Norcross with a focus on the grill: churrasco and bife de chorizo are the proteins to order, and the picanha has become a favorite for repeat visitors. Garlic fries are the side that keeps showing up in the same breath. The beef empanadas are a strong start. Service is attentive, and for anyone who has eaten in Argentina and wants a reliable version in metro Atlanta, this room holds up.
What to orderChurrasco, Beef Empanadas, Bife de Chorizo
№ 10
B&W Burgers Buns & Brews
5.5Solid
Norcross $$
113 S Peachtree St · (470) 359-7896
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B&W Burgers Buns and Brews sits in the Peachtree Corners-adjacent stretch of Norcross and runs a counter-friendly operation with craft beer on hand. The BBQ bacon cheeseburger and truffle mushroom Swiss are the builds worth ordering; loaded sweet potato fries are the right side call. The kitchen delivers a step above standard bar food, and the staff brings enough personality to make a casual evening feel looked-after. Solid spot for a post-movie or low-key group dinner.
What to orderBBQ Bacon Cheeseburger, Truffle Mushroom Swiss Burger, Loaded Sweet Potato Fries
№ 11
Don Pedro Mexican Food
5.3Solid
Norcross $
5130 Buford Hwy · (770) 242-1920
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Don Pedro has been a go-to for Norcross regulars for years, running a house-style Mexican menu where the carnitas tacos and chile verde burrito are the anchors. The staff is consistently welcoming, and the pricing keeps it squarely in the everyday-meal lane. The room feels like a neighborhood fixture because it is one: a low-key family spot that does not need a reputation campaign to keep seats filled.
What to orderCarnitas Tacos, Chicken Fajitas, Chile Verde Burrito
№ 12
Ike's Cafe and Grill
4.5Notable
Norcross $$
1250 Tech Dr · (770) 559-1579
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Ike's Cafe and Grill brings West African cooking to Norcross, with jollof rice and grilled chicken as the entry point and pepper soup for anyone who wants to go deeper. Cameroonian and Nigerian diners have flagged the kitchen as worth knowing. Service is a genuine strength: the staff communicates proactively and keeps the experience smooth. The blackened catfish rounds out a menu that rewards the curious and holds up for the already-familiar.
What to orderJollof Rice with Grilled Chicken, Blackened Catfish, Pepper Soup
Frequently asked
How do these restaurants get ranked? Does anyone pay to be listed?
No restaurant pays to appear in this guide. Every pick is based on the Insider Score, a metric calculated from verified customer reviews. Money does not move a listing up or down.
What are the best restaurants near me in Norcross?
That depends on where you are in the city. The historic downtown square area has The Crossing Steakhouse, Mojitos, and Bleu House within easy reach. The strip-mall corridors off the main roads are where Siamese Basil, Thai Norcross, Yardy Kitchen, and Loving Hut operate. Check the Insider Score next to each listing for a quick read on how each room performs across the full review record.
Which Norcross restaurants are good for a special occasion?
The Crossing Steakhouse is the clearest answer for a formal dinner, with dry-aged ribeye and a seafood tower in a locally owned historic building. Sabores Del Plata works well for a more relaxed but still occasion-worthy Argentine dinner. Both are priced accordingly.
Are there good international options in Norcross beyond Mexican and Thai?
Yes. Norcross has real range: Yardy Kitchen for Jamaican, Ike's Cafe and Grill for West African, Sabores Del Plata for Argentine, and two Cuban spots in Mojitos and D'Cuban Cafe. The corridor reflects the broader OTP suburban depth the metro does well. Insider Scores for each are listed with the individual entries.
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Victor Tran
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