1. Chai Pani

    South Asian Indian

    Strings of lights and colorful murals animate this Decatur dining room where the kitchen builds seasonally inspired South Asian cooking from local ingredients. Butter chicken arrives rich and silken; cauliflower in the gobi pepper fry is battered to a crisp shell, sharp with vinegar and heat. The menu's detailed descriptions and family-style portions make it easy to keep ordering.

    James Beard Awards
    2026 · Nominee · Outstanding Restaurateur · Meherwan Irani and Molly Irani - Chai Pani Restaurant Group
    2023 · Semifinalist · Best Chef: Southeast · Sahar Siddiqi
    Michelin Guide
    Selected Restaurant
    The New York Times
    The 25 Best Restaurants in Atlanta Right Now
    Eater
    38 Essential Restaurants Around Atlanta
    Address
    406 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA · Decatur
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