This Atlanta Burger Joint Has Some Of The Best Burgers In The South, According To A Local - Tasting Table

"On Carroll Street in Atlanta's Cabbagetown neighborhood, situated along a colorful block, a giant stuffed bunny sits atop a spider with a human skull for a face, suspended above a wooden sign with red lettering that reads "Little's Food Store." Stickers cover the windows of the shop's double doors, and to the left of the entrance, inscribed on its brick exterior, are the words "CAT goes here," with a downward-pointing arrow gesturing towards a newspaper stand."

"This is not without effort - owners Brad and Nina Cunard strive to keep Cabbagetown intentionally unkempt and unpolished. Here you won't find splashy signs with pithy copy that was workshopped ad nauseum by a marketing team, nor will you find bright screens with glossy images of hulking burgers dripping with sauce. What you will find is a space where humanity, hospitality, and simplicity are valued above the data-driven spectacle of "consumer desire," and one where you can get a damn good burger."

"After attending culinary school and having the chance to work in a Michelin-starred kitchen myself, I, too, am but a hopelessly devoted disciple of the classic burger. I am, however, a purist, and when I order a burger out, I'm usually expecting disappointment. When a place respects the burger enough to top it with exceptional yet simple ingredients (a non-mealy tomato will make my day), I know I've found my spot."

Little's Food Store occupies Carroll Street in Atlanta's Cabbagetown, marked by distinctive exterior art and sticker-covered doors and a brick inscription pointing to a newspaper stand. Owners Brad and Nina Cunard intentionally maintain an unkempt, unpolished aesthetic. The establishment prioritizes humanity, hospitality, and simplicity over marketing spectacle and glossy imagery. The food philosophy centers on classic, well-executed burgers using restrained, high-quality toppings rather than bombastic constructions or a multitude of gimmicky menu items. Respect for ingredients and straightforward execution define the dining experience and community character of the shop.

Read at Tasting Table