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Busy Bee Cafe

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About this business

The Busy Bee is a hometown favorite for no-nonsense, down-home cooking. The locals outnumber tourists, a telling indicator of the Busy Bee's style. Red faux-leather booths line one wall, opposed by an old-time diner-style counter with red false-leather topped stools. No fancy New Southern pretenses here, just bona fide Dixie standbys like fried chicken, oxtails, smothered pork chops, fresh fried corn, greens, and candied yams. The marriage of soul food and Southern tradition is a happy one, and it comes pretty cheap, too. 

Location details

810 N M.L.K. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA, 30314, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
4.13,966 reviews
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Adriena Long 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

I have been eating Busy Bee since the 80s and my mom has been eating here since the late 60s/early 70s. (They know Debra Long by name!) The have been a staple in the civil rights move.wnt, the AUCenter, and homes across Atlanta. Thee best spot for soul food, not out of a can. I'm a food blogger and I know good food. Follow Me @foodismyclassroom on FB and Instagram. 

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Meek Anderson 
4 years ago

First off I wasnt gonna complain on their food. Today I tried to call in an order. They picked up the line but never said anything 3X's. The third time I waited. When she got to the phone i expressed my complaint firmly and she apologized. Started taking my order then hung up. I called back and she asked did we just get disconnected. I said yes and she hung up AGAIN. Now I'm going to BBB 👊🏾 

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Brittney MrsClassy Kline 
4 years ago

Wait time was ridiculous.. Placed order online, got a message food was ready and still had to wait when we got there for 1 hour. Finally got the food and it wasn't even hot. Greens were the worst I've ever tasted!! 

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Chiquita Green 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

The food is delicious 😋. I am overall pleased with everything that I ordered. I will recommend this test with five stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️. 

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Carmen Henderson 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

The best soul food in the Downtown area 

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Cynthia Toler 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

Had to wait approximately two hours for online order; however, that’s expected with the current situation. Always happy to support black businesses. 

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Debra Frazier 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

dds gourmet cookies from Miami was there sat July 11 about 1pm my server were Sheila I had the rest CHICKEN dinner an CARROTS SOUFFLE mix GREENS an banana pudding it's was absolutely d elious 🍾✌🍾💞💞 will come back again 

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Clayton Davis 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

Smothered Chicken 🍗 over rice is my go to meal here. Side of candied yams 🍠 and collard greens 🥬. Been going here for over 10 years. My favorite soul food spot. 

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Ursula Johnson 
recommend  Recommended
4 years ago

the food is delicious but,the wait is long😂 

Frequently asked questions about Busy Bee Cafe

How is Busy Bee Cafe rated?

Busy Bee Cafe has a 4.1 star rating with 3,966 reviews. 

When is Busy Bee Cafe open?

Busy Bee Cafe is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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