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Home Grown

Leisurely weekend brunch with family.

Open until 2 PM $$ Local FavoriteFamily FriendlyBrunch Spot
8.2/10
Excellent Scored by Desmond Caldwell · How we score
№ 01 · The Brief

A Memorial Drive diner that does not rush breakfast

Home Grown stands as a beloved neighborhood gem on Memorial Drive, serving up authentic Southern comfort food with the kind of warm hospitality that makes every meal feel like a visit to family. This classic diner embodies the spirit of Atlanta's culinary heritage, offering diners an unpretentious yet satisfying experience that has earned it a devoted following among locals and visitors alike.

The menu celebrates Southern breakfast and brunch traditions with generous portions and recipes that honor time-tested flavors. Signature offerings include fluffy buttermilk biscuits served with sausage gravy, perfectly seasoned shrimp and grits that showcase the best of Lowcountry cooking, and chicken and waffles that strike the ideal balance between crispy and tender. The kitchen also excels at classic diner fare, from hearty omelets packed with fresh ingredients to golden hash browns that provide the perfect complement to any breakfast plate.

The atmosphere captures the essence of a traditional Southern diner, with comfortable booth seating, cheerful décor, and an open kitchen that allows diners to witness the care that goes into each dish. The space feels welcoming and unpretentious, with a layout that encourages lingering conversations over coffee and creates an environment where strangers often become friends by the end of their meal.

Home Grown serves as the perfect destination for leisurely weekend brunches, casual family meals, or any occasion that calls for honest, satisfying food. The restaurant's combination of quality ingredients, generous portions, and reasonable prices makes it an ideal choice for diners seeking an authentic taste of Southern hospitality without the fuss of fine dining.

№ 02 · What to Order

The order, from the record

№ 03 · Insider Tip
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Arrive early on weekends to avoid the brunch rush, as this popular spot can get busy around 10 AM.

Desmond Caldwell · Top of Atlanta
№ 04 · The Verdict

What earns the 8.2

01
Southern breakfast standards

Biscuits and sausage gravy, shrimp and grits, and chicken and waffles cover the core of the Southern breakfast canon without pretense.

02
Weekend brunch built for lingering

The booth layout and open kitchen point to a room designed for the long, unhurried family brunch rather than a quick turn.

03
Moderate price, honest portions

Moderate pricing paired with generous portions places it in the neighborhood diner tradition rather than the new Southern chef lane.

How we score

The Insider Score is our own 10-point editorial rating, set by the writer who covers the room. It is never an average of other sites’ stars, and it is never for sale. It weighs three things:

01Track record

How highly a kitchen rates, across how many diners, over how long.

02Consistency

Whether recent diners still agree with the long-term verdict.

03Distinction

What the kitchen does that its category does not.

Home Grown earns a 8.2, excellent on our scale for Diners in Atlanta.
Desmond Caldwell
Desmond Caldwell
Editor at Large

Desmond writes the long view on Atlanta dining: the institutions, the chefs who set the standard, the rooms the city returns to. He reviews from the full record and tells you why a place still matters.

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