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Varsity

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Varsity, The is a four star restaurant in Atlanta. This is a great place. Located in the Midtown neighborhood, this very affordable restaurant has been around for the last 75 years. It's known for its hot dogs. This place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a casual atmosphere. This restaurant features catering. This place is open late and good for groups.

Expert Reviews of Varsity

Citysearch | North Avenue landmark serves up throwback fast food and neon-drenched, old-Atlanta nostalgia.

Visible from the interstate thanks to a mighty red "V," the Varsity sells a combination of Joe College rah-rah and soda-fountain romance. Flashy neon signage sets up the stainless steel, curving glass-brick...
citysearch.com - expert review - 03/14/2005
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User Reviews of Varsity

WORST FOOD EVER!!!

When I first moved to Atlanta, everyone told me I had to try The Varsity. I did and was greatly disappointed. I am from the Mid-west and we have Frisch's Big Boy, so I was reminded of that by the outside, but...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/07/2008
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A classic

Okay, what can we say. Small burgers, greasy fries and O-rings, counter folks who are liable to shout at you if you're not ready -- and yet it gets an easy "5-stars." There's something missing in the ratings...
kudzu.com - user review - 11/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Steve J.

2.0 of 5 stars. I wanted to like it but gave up after my third visit. I love greasy spoons, but this place made even my steel-plated stomach turn. The fries are always limp with grease (and undercooked), and the…
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Dave F.

5.0 of 5 stars. If you had a dream where you were in a Willy Wonka-sized factory and the dream also included chili dogs and fries, and people speaking in a strange language--if you woke up and realized it was not a…
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by George B.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is Old School Fast Food... The Varsity is across the freeway (I-75) from Georgia Tech in the heart of Atlanta, GA. This place is old school fast food. Everything here is home made even there own…
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kevin H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had to stop by the Varsity when I was in ATL. This place is amazing. I had two chili dogs with their world famous onion rings. The hot dogs were very tasty and the onion rings greastastic.
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sonce L.

4.0 of 5 stars. ok...i'm gonna say it...i'm from chicago, and this is a really good hot dog place. My father in law is the king of finding great hot dogs and he told us to stop here on our way home from savannah.…
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Daniel G.

2.0 of 5 stars. Great napkins.
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Peter L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Still the original....the biggest....the baddest grease-pit in the southeastern United States! If you can't clog your arteries here, you are already dead!
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tracy W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Varsity! I love that this place is owned/started by a cute old black man! He was tooo adorable and had a vision...that gets me going on the inside! Motivation!
yelp.com - user review - 09/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by LTownsend M.

5.0 of 5 stars. OK, OK, before you jump on me, let me defend my five stars. I'm rating this on what you WANT to get from the Varsity, not as if it were gourmet dining. For what one is hoping to find at the Varsity,…
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by anthony s.

2.0 of 5 stars. Onion Rings and Chili Dogs....These two things are the only things worth mentioning.
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mark G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Went to the varsity because you have to when you visit Atlanta. I had low expectations, but I actually found that I liked the chili dogs and the onion rings were really good. The fries were soaking…
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Brion V.

3.0 of 5 stars. Got dragged out here for lunch when meeting up with friends in Atlanta. Not bad for fast food, though a little... strange. :) The restaurant is pretty big as fast food places go, with carhop service…
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Collin S.

3.0 of 5 stars. The Varsity is not the best hamburger joint I've ever been to, but it's definitely worth a visit. The fries are good, the onion rings are huge, and the look of the place is pretty neat. The burgers…
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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Cheap, Greasy Goodness

The Varsity is great. A unique dining experience - just know what you are...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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How can you go wrong with the slaw dogs?

I love going to the Varsity, I should go more often. Great hot dogs, the slaw dogs are my favorite. Cool atmosphere in the restaurant too, it's a must if you're new in town.
kudzu.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nicole C.

1.0 of 5 stars. I was not the one who wanted to go to this place... a fellow co-worker of mine decided that we should try this place on a business trip to Atlanta and all I can say was YUCK! The decor was cutesy,…
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebekah P.

2.0 of 5 stars. I have to say, this place is a hoot. It's like going to a sports game without the sports. I came here kind of against my will with a bunch of co-workers after a conference, and I had a pretty good…
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Maddie I.

4.0 of 5 stars. Noticed a lot of haters on the Varsity. I thought it was delicious! I ordered the slaw dog and chili dog (next time I am getting the chili-slaw dog) and onion rings. Man, the onion rings were very…
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt M.

2.0 of 5 stars. Circus not in town? Carnival nowhere to be found? No worries! You can get fairground-quality food year-round at The Varsity!
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Will S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Cool place but! I don't know what it is in this food, but my stomach bothers me every time I eat it. Happened about 39 times now.
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan W.

5.0 of 5 stars. I ate many different places while in Atlanta, but the only 2 places I've ever made the return trip to are the flying biscuit, and this place. Seriously though, this place was better than a place I…
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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Greasiest food around

IF you like greasy eat here. Otherwise stay away. This resturant makes me sick everytime I eat here. It is a heart attack waiting to happen.
kudzu.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris B.

3.0 of 5 stars. The Varsity is an interesting beast. It's a place that you have to go to at least once while you're in Atlanta, and sometimes you even crave it if you live around here. Yet, once you're there you know…
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristy R.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place made me feel like I was at Nathan's...Between the lines (which were ridiculous) and the food in general. The menu gets a little confusing for us out-of-towners (red dog...), but the food…
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Some things never change, like crappy Atlanta mayors and the futility of matching wits with a Sicilian when death is on the line, and some things need never change - the Varsity tops the second list. I…
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeffrey L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Been here 2x, and think it is a MUST try when here. Why twice? Once to go in and once to try the car-hop service - LOL.
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan D.

4.0 of 5 stars. The burgers are poor. But holy mackerel the dogs are top!
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Barry A.

4.0 of 5 stars. I can't help going here once in a blue moon. Why? I guess I just long long for some Onion Rings or a Frosted Orange once in a while. I don't dare eat more than that for fear of cardiac issues.…
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by janelle p.

4.0 of 5 stars. What'll I have? Heart attack on a tray, please. When you visit Atlanta, you feel kind of obligated to try The Varsity. The food is good if you know you're getting fast food and not a gourmet burger.…
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt L.

2.0 of 5 stars. Too corporate, too bland, and with a weird fetish for completely inaccurate memories of the 1950s. In other words, it's perfect for Atlanta.
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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Delicious Heartburn

I don't splurge often, but when I do, the varsity is my favorite place to get all the extra calories I can consume. The fried ham and cheese is a secret item that is so good.
kudzu.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by D. R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Some Varsity squads have benefits, babes, easier classes, leaving school early to play golf. This varsity...all I can remember, my eyes tearing up as a write this...is the person stuck slicing onion…
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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Please, No

The Varsity in midtown was opened in 1928, it is the worlds largest drive in...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shannon M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Car hop heaven (new parents TRY it-I swear it's almost like the B.C. days). Baby slept the entire time we ate. PTL! I felt like I should run home to work off the chili cheese dog. But then, there…
yelp.com - user review - 07/18/2008
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lilaguide | Love this place!

It's an Atlanta tradition. A blast before any Georgia Tech game - which a kid would love as well. The food is a bit greasy - but it's still better then any fast food place. My kids love the cheeseburgers and...
lilaguide.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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lilaguide | An Atlanta Favorite

My family and I visited the Varsity last weekend and were not dissapointed. The service is excellent and the food is delicious. My husband thought the cheeseburgers were very small, other than that a great...
lilaguide.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tulie L.

2.0 of 5 stars. It's not the best burgers but it's all about the history.. the burgers are tiny. The place is super crowded, and the burgers again are damn small. I guess it's about the history and the whole…
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by James K.

3.0 of 5 stars. I see a lot of 1 and 2 stars on here. Reality for me would be that this is a 2.5 star, but I give it a 3 for the benefit of a doubt (and the lack of half stars.) The Varsity is deep rooted into the…
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Molly S.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is an Atlanta institution. I've gone there forever and just have great memories of going with my mom after a day at the High or meeting my dad there after work. Yes, it's greasy. But if you…
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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Just like the old days

I have lived in Atlanta for most of my life and always enjoyed an occasional trip to the varsity. The FO (frosted orange), chili dog and onion rings make a perfect diner meal. Oh yeah, it is greasy, but worth...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica S.

2.0 of 5 stars. Ok lets start off with I havent eaten here in a few years. The service is alright, the place isnt the cleanest. The food is greasy but its ALL-AMERICAN GREASE especially the onion rings. Its an…
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris M.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you don't like this place, you don't like Atlanta. YANKEES GO HOME
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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Best Chili dogs

The Varsity is an Atlanta landmark and it lives up to its name. The chili dogs and frosted orange can't be beat.
kudzu.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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An Institution

What can I say? There is better quality food out there and probabaly friendlier service. But the Varsity is an institution and the total package. It is a fantastic place to take people who are new to visiting...
kudzu.com - user review - 07/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by N D.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place is disgusting and an embarrassment for anyone else other than middle school church groups. I had out of town family here and someone suggested going here. I made several other suggestions.…
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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What'll Have? What'll Have?

You've never had fast food like you can get at this drive in. You've got to have a chili dog "all the way" and an FO (frosted orange). Add some onion rings and a fried peach pie - it doesn't get any better...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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A

When fast food becomes an overwhelming experience, is it still delicious? You bet it is, when coming from this infamous hunk of "Hotlanta's" history. It was one of the cheesiest -- but tastiest -- pit stops....
kudzu.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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Be Prepared

Everyone has said that a visit to the varsity is a necesasry part of living in atlanta. I don't think you'll miss much if you don't make it, unless you are a true lover of burgers and onion rings.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jaye J.

5.0 of 5 stars. In all honesty, were this place not rooted in my DNA, in my family history, I don't know if I'd love it as much. As it stands though, I've been going to the Varsity since, well probably since I was in…
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeanette I.

5.0 of 5 stars. Some people's reviews indicate they were expecting a fine dining experience, and were disappointed to discover The Varsity isn't a Michelin-level establishment with breathtaking culinary creations and…
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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Heart Attack Waiting

The Varsity is a grease bowl. Anyone who wants clogged arteries, be sure to eat here. No wonder southerners are suffering from diabetes and heart attacks: we eat grease, lard, and tea sweetened with a pound of...
kudzu.com - user review - 06/17/2008
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Fun Place To Eat

Great atmosphere for eating before or after sports activities. Chili burgers are good and PC's and Frosted Orange drinks are great. Not for the faint of heart or anyone on a diet.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by UN know N.

1.0 of 5 stars. All respect due to the "local landmark/ legendary institution" aspect of the place, but I just don't get it. The food doesnt really TASTE like anything ... unless grease is a new flavor - in which…
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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Yummy

I really like the varsity. They got the burgers!!! And everything that taste good. A great place to add on the calories.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/09/2008
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Pure Junk Food

..and I love it!!! Every now and then you need some grease. No salad bar here!Nothing like a nekkid dog, fatt burger, onion rings and a VO!
kudzu.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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Bet Onion Rings in town

Love the junk food-now with no trans-fat in the oil. Try the chilli cheese dogs with fries or rings and top it off with an frosty orange
kudzu.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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Must Visit

If you are new to Atlanta this place is a mist visit. The food is good although not good for you and if you visit the location downtown it has history.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Caitlin B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I LOVE this place!! Everytime I visit my dad in the ATL, this is a must stop!! The most isn't the BEST I've ever had, but there's just something about those greasy onion rings that puts you that…
yelp.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Whatyouhave

The service very was lacking, but the food was pretty good. Overall I feel the experience was one that I would do again. Make sure you try there fries.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/05/2008
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Unique!!

More than just a cultural iconic restaurant - I like their food! Dog and a Frosty O. A must stop for tourists and natives!!
kudzu.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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Even plain (naked) the dog are great!!

A snapshot on local character and good food, the Varsity is a must eat in Atlanta!! Easy to locate on the Perimeter across from GT.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jon S.

3.0 of 5 stars. The Varsity has a pretty interesting atmosphere. You basically get herded along through the ordering line, have your food thrown at you, and then get to go sit in an old school desk, if you can find…
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by J H.

3.0 of 5 stars. to me, this is the best fast food chili dog in town. Only other things I've tried here are the Orange frost drink (decent) and the onion rings, which are not worth the calories. The chili dogs are one…
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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Grease 4 Daze

The Varsity is a serious greasy spoon: The chilli-cheese-slaw dogs with a frosted orange is a such a treat! One of those places that you have to love it for what it is. A greasy delicious Atlanta tradition.
kudzu.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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lilaguide | great Restaurant

this restaurant was on the food network channel and it is a great place to eat at. My kids love the hot dogs from here.
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Hannah K.

1.0 of 5 stars. Like many of the other "legendary" Atlanta landmarks, The Varsity leaves you initially disappointed, when you realize the food is totally over-hyped, after you spent 30 minutes in line behind a group…
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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Fun Place

Historic Drive-in hamburger place. It's a place you have to visit at least once in Atlanta. The food isn't great but the atmosphere is terrific.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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HEART ATTACK

finding a place to eat in here, is almost as difficult as ORDERING. the cashiers can tend to be very rude and impatient, but the food is good. however, this isn't the place to go if you're counting calories,...
kudzu.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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"Whaddya have"

The varsity is a classic Atlantic restaurant. Sure, the food is not healthy, but it is a fun place to go and the food is good if you just have it every now and then. I like to have the apple pies for dessert.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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Part of Atlanta

You can not come to atlanta without getting a hotdog from the varsity. It is atlanta tradition, and although the food is greasy, it is delicious and the atmosphere is fabulous!
kudzu.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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In the mood

If you're in the mood for greasy food, this is the place. Sometimes you just have to have it or if you're nursing a hang over. There's nothing like the Varsity.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/24/2008
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I'm Addicted

Every so often you just HAVE to have a Varsity chili dog and onion rings- they are the best. Fried pies are super too.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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i like..

that it has really good food. i don't really think it has the best environment but i do love the varsity closer to athens! its my favorate! but the last time i was there the service was very poor but i only...
kudzu.com - user review - 05/23/2008
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A tradition!

When in Atlanta, one needs to go to the varsity. It is a high-priced heart-attack on a plastic plate, but fun nonetheless. I go for the orange freeze!
kudzu.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny F.

3.0 of 5 stars. This review is from memory. I can't believe I didn't review The Varsity before. There had to be 1000 people when we ate here. I think there was a football game going on. Despite the sheer amount of…
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Fun But Greasy

I love going here to hang out, but I have a hard time eating anything. Lots of people love it, but it is very greasy.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Ew

The Varsity is definitely a fun place to go to. It's definitely the epitome of spending a day in Atlanta. But, the food there is so incredibly greasy. When you order, you're basically ordering a bowl of...
kudzu.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Grease

If you are a person who really loves really greasy food then you will love the varsity. This place is a little too greasy for me.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Long T.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place is apparently an Atlanta institution... being from out-of-town, this was one of the few places I had heard about before coming to the ATL... while it wasn't exactly the best culinary…
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Atl Trademark

The experience is key. The service is fun and the food is pretty good. Anyone visiting Atlanta must make a stop here!
kudzu.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Sports Food

The best hamburger's, chili dogs, and milkshakes east of the Mississippi! We eat here before every GA Tech game and cannot get enough of it! I Love It!
kudzu.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Atl Trademark

The Varsity is an Atlanta trademark. People don't go there for the food - they go there for the experience. The menu doesn't have a big variety - but the all american cuisine and atmosphere is great for any...
kudzu.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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You have to go here

When you come to Atlanta, you must not miss the Varsity. Get two naked dogs walking, onion rings and a frosted orange. The perfect meal.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Antonio A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Frozen Orange drink and the Fried Peach Pie. Those are my two reasons to come to The Varsity. They're f*cking awesome! Other than that, I haven't really eaten anything here. It doesn't look super…
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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Best Historical Landmark for Good Eats

Wonderful, affordable food. Great and fast customer service. Crowded on the weekends, primarily Sundays.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michel T.

5.0 of 5 stars. I just visited my hometown of Atlanta and I craved the Varsity the whole time. My schedule was pretty packed but I managed to finally hop in there on my way to the airport on my way home. Three…
yelp.com - user review - 05/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by rob s.

2.0 of 5 stars. I'm not quite sure about this place either. When I first moved to ATL back in 91 my friend took me here. It gave me the shits, seriously. If you like this place and you're lost in Spartanburg, SC,…