There is a particular kind of quiet that settles over a good brunch room — the gentle clatter of cutlery, the hiss of the espresso machine, the soft pop of a champagne cork.
Set in Atlanta, GA, Just Around the Corner has carved out a corner of the city's weekend brunch scene with a personality of its own. The room comfortably seats a mix of solo diners working through a coffee and a newspaper, couples splitting a stack of pancakes, and friend groups settling in for a slow, three-hour Saturday.
Order coffee black and let the kitchen do the rest — French toast made with thick-cut brioche, dusted with powdered sugar, and crowned with seasonal berries.
Menu highlights
Here is a snapshot of the kinds of brunch dishes you can expect to find on the menu at Just Around the Corner. Specials rotate weekly with what's in season — check the chalkboard at the host stand when you arrive.
- Lox bagel sandwich with everything seasoning and dill cream cheese
- Single-origin pour-over coffee from a local roaster
- Two eggs any style with thick-cut bacon and crispy hash
- Brioche French toast dusted with powdered sugar and seasonal berries
- Breakfast burrito with eggs, chorizo, beans, cheese, and salsa roja
- Veggie scramble with spinach, mushrooms, and goat cheese
- Crab cake Benedict with old-bay hollandaise (regional specialty)
- Acai bowl with granola, banana, coconut, and honey drizzle
It's a tight room, with maybe a dozen tables and a handful of counter seats facing the open kitchen, where you can watch the line cooks work.
The chicken and waffles plate hits the table looking like a magazine cover and tastes even better than it looks.
Their breakfast cocktails are no joke. The bloody mary comes garnished with everything but the kitchen sink, and the bottomless mimosa option has a strict 90-minute window.
Like a lot of the best brunch spots in Atlanta, Just Around the Corner is at its most magical on weekend mornings, when the kitchen is firing on all burners and the room slowly fills with the kind of low, happy hum that only good food and unhurried company can produce. It's the kind of brunch that reminds you why we made brunch a tradition in the first place.
Tips from the regulars
- Best time to go: arrive before 9:30 a.m. on weekends to skip the worst of the wait at Just Around the Corner.
- Best for: groups of 2 to 4 — larger parties may want to call ahead.
- Don't miss the daily-special chalkboard near the host stand — it changes weekly and tends to feature the kitchen's best ideas.
- Coffee is taken seriously here. If you only know diner drip, ask the barista for a recommendation.
- If you're walking from public transit, the closest stop is a short stroll away — a small price to pay for the breakfast burrito.
Hours
| Mon | 12:00-20:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 12:00-20:00 |
| Wed | 12:00-20:00 |
| Thu | 12:00-20:00 |
| Fri | 12:00-20:00 |
| Sat | 12:00-20:00 |
| Sun | 12:00-20:00 |
Frequently asked questions
What time does Just Around the Corner open for brunch?
Posted hours are: 12:00-20:00. Hours can change on holidays — call ahead if you're traveling.
Does Just Around the Corner take reservations?
Most brunch spots in Atlanta are walk-in friendly, with a wait list during peak hours. Larger parties (5+) should call ahead to ask about a reservation.
Is Just Around the Corner kid-friendly?
Yes — Just Around the Corner welcomes families. Most brunch menus include simple kid-friendly options like pancakes, scrambled eggs, and fresh fruit. Highchairs are usually available.
What kind of cuisine does Just Around the Corner serve?
It's classified under burger, american — broadly an American-style brunch experience with regional touches you'd expect in Atlanta.
Is there outdoor seating at Just Around the Corner?
Outdoor seating is not always confirmed. We recommend calling ahead during nice weather.
Location
Located at 76 Ted Turner Drive Northwest. Coordinates: 33.7572, -84.3926. Use the address above with your preferred maps application for turn-by-turn directions.