The Varsity
6045 Dawson Blvd, Norcross, GA, 30093
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Address :
6045 Dawson Blvd
Norcross, GA, 30093 - Phone (770) 840-8519
- Website https://www.thevarsity.com/
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Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : No
Drive-Thru : Yes
Caters : Yes
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javier v.
This is the worst place ever to eat PLS DONT WAISTE YOUR MONEY THERE . To start the people from Georgia use this place as a food icon because the don't have nothing else to show . And it's disgusting and expensive . Really really nasty it's better to go to Mac Donald's or Sonic to tell you the true .
(1)Mandy R.
Giving this place 1 star is not even worth it. Seriously we came when it was pretty empty but the food is nasty and COLD. I order chili dogs with fries and my bf got chili dog with hamburger with onion rings and everything came out cold. We threw most of it away
(1)BobbieJo S.
The chili cheese dogs are awesome with the grilled buns. First time eating here. Love the vintage style look.
(5)Paul Z.
I can understand the local popularity. Had the chili slaw dog and it was good. I think that's how they do dogs in West Virginia too. Compared to a place like Portillo's this was just OK. But worth a stop as insight in to local food tastes.
(3)Timmy M.
The varsity is a famous Atlanta restaurant. They're known for their chili dogs and their iconic phrase "what'll ya have". Although I've only checked in a few times on yelp here, I've been many times to this location. This is much less crowded than the downtown location but still the same great service and great food. Don't forget to grab a frosted orange after or with your meal, and their fried pies are good as well.
(5)Shanell T.
let me start by saying I absolutely LOVE the food from The Varsity. i almost always get a #1 with a sweet tea (2 chili dogs, drink, & fries). for some reason, i was unaware there was a functional Varsity on Jimmy Carter blvd....thought it closed down years ago. so when i was on this side of town, i was ecstatic to see it up & running. now, usually when I order my #1 at The Varsity on Spring St, they always make certain to ask me if i want cheese on it. my whole thing is this...who in the world eats chili dogs without the cheese??? OF COURSE I WANT THE CHEESE!!! when i got to the one on Jimmy Carter blvd, they didn't ask if i wanted cheese. i was so excited they had a drive-thru (instead of a drive-up like the one on Spring St) that i forgot to mention the cheese. i didn't realize the mistake until i was kinda far down the highway. (yeah, i know that part was my fault, but i'm still kinda mad they didn't even ASK!) ...whatever!! (the food was still good!)
(4)Brynn M.
I'm glad I went for the simple fact it's a GA staple, but the food was ehhh and the atmosphere was fun.. Definitely worth a stop, but don't expect the best. I love the gimmicky "what'll ya have?" but I went at a quiet part of dinner, so the energy level wasn't as high as I expected. Maybe a bustling lunch would've been better? But overall, glad I went, but I definitely don't need to go back, happy to cross that off my ATL bucketlist.
(3)Alvin W.
I just love this place. I been living in Atlanta most of my life and this place is a must visit for visitors. Great hotdogs and hamburgers. The prices are a bit high but that the only thing that gets me. You can expect to pay about $10 for two chilli-dogs a fry drink and cheese burger.
(4)Rob P.
I had never been to this particular Varsity until recently but did go to the one in Athens repeatedly during grad school. The food is exactly the same and is as you would expect it. I had the chili cheese burgers, which were very good.
(4)Mary T.
This Varsity doesn't give you the feel like the big one downtown Atlanta but when you have the craving and it's in close proximity, might as well. From the greasy union rings to the bland beef hot dogs, you'll be satisfied. I live pretty close to here and the place isn't ever packed on my visits. I think I like the fact that everything is always close together in their boxes and the food is always hot. Plus, I know what I'm in for when I come here. The burgers aren't the best and their chicken is a tad bit dry, but the food does it's job and makes you want to work out for the next week to burn the calories.
(4)Jan N.
From what I tried, the fries & the chili dog with slaw were the only things even close to worth getting here (but not for what The Varsity charges). The burgers have pretty much no flavor, and the sweet tea was not fresh at all. This place is HUGE, and pretty noisy, with the loud TV's and kids everywhere. Seems like a lot of people bring kids here, for cheap eats. One can get better food for much less $, at Steak 'n Shake. The Varsity is not a place I care to come back to.
(2)Kofo S.
I know this is a smaller location but this isn't the typical, "What'll ya have, let me scream at the top of my lungs." Varsity that I know. I visited on a Sunday so maybe that could be to blame also. I was greeted by a cashier rather quickly and asked for a couple minutes because I wasn't ready to order. I know at the original Varsity this is considered unacceptable. When I finally did place my order I advised the cashier I had a question about one of the combos. Instead of allowing me to answer the question and then taking my order, she rang up the combo and of course had to ask for a void. She asked for a subsequent void while I was actually ordering.... I ordered a Glorified Burger, Chili Cheese Dog, Onion Ring and Varsity Orange. The Varsity Orange was probably the best thing. The Glorified Burger as others have mentioned had no taste, this is even after being drowned in ketchup and mustard which I usually don't do. The Onion Rings were super greasy and salty. The Chili dog was good. I'll probably just stick with the location downtown.
(3)Karly G.
Instead of writing a whole story about this place... I'm just going to list out some things... 1. Went here on a Sunday afternoon for some hot dogs... as soon as we walked in, I was expecting a lot of hype... What ya'll have what ya'll have blah blah... nothing. 2. There were flies everywhere, at least 10-15 flies swarming around the tables and chairs 3. Both condiment stations had no forks, spoons to scoop onions onto my dogs. 4. The limpy greasy fries were boring, even with the side of chili and cheese, which I think comes from a can 5. There's absolutely nothing here that I couldn't make at home for absolutely nothing as far as price. 6. What's so great about a slaw dog? Nothing, it's just a naked dog topped with slaw. It was just boring to me. and lastly... I'm not thrilled about the meat to bun ratio because the hot dogs were skinny as hell. All in all, I was highly disappointed in how dull this place is.
(2)Brittanie M.
Had to do the tourist thing and eat at The Varisty while in Georgia. This is a "junior" location so not the one featured on Food Network/Travel Channel but that just means it's not as crazy busy which is a bonus. Had the double bacon burger with fries and a fried apple pie (a turnover). It was good but the burger was a lot smaller than I expected. Still, I can say I've been there and that's worth it!
(4)A.J. C.
One of the things I check for when getting a burger is grease content. I don't know about you but I hate it when it's so greasy the bun gets soggy and everything starts falling apart. And when I leave I feel like I need a nitro-glycerin pill to prevent an oncoming heart attack ...That's The Varsity. But if you enjoy meat bathed in a pool of grease then this place is awesome!
(2)Shannon K.
The first time visiting this place was our last. For over $14 we received (2) tiny hotdogs, in soggy buns with cheap coleslaw and limp, undercooked fries that were obviously thrown into cold oil. The chili and cheese sauce tasted like the can they came out of, and were served in a container a little bigger than a Jell-O shot. We got home, tried some of the food and threw away most of it. Don't waste your time. The nostalgia is not worth the horrible food.
(1)Kimberly S.
WOW. I hate to do this but I have got to come down from a 5 Star at the Downtown location (The ORIGINAL) to a 2 Star here. Let me tell you why: 1. It was quiet as hell in here. I only heard one "What'll Ya Have? What'll Ya Have?" and it was not said with much enthusiasm nor attitude. And it was from a cashier on the other end of the counter. 2. They have a "Drive Thru Window". WTH? At The Varsity. This is just too damn much. I should have driven off as soon as I saw that sign. 3. I walked in to a quiet establishment. WTH is all of the noise???? 4. Why oh Sweet Baby Jesus did I see napkins all over the floor and Coke spilled all over the counter top at the register? This is sad because the original is like 2-3 times bigger than this location and it's always clean! 5. Could these people get any damn slower? No!....Not until they die. They were moving at the speed of Slow up in this joint. And with that said. my burger with cheese, onion rings and fries were some of the best I've had from The Varsity in a while. But I can't justify a 3 Star with this lack luster environment. I just can't do it! I should add that my waitress was nice and friendly. But she needed a shot or two of Caffeine. I may have to use the Drive Thru at this location from now on. Maybe there I can hear "What'll Ya Have? What'll Ya Have? like it's supposed to be done!
(2)Christina H.
Onion Rings are by far the greatest food the varsity has ! Glorified burger and chili cheese dogs aren't too bad either love this place and the one in Atlanta only issue is the long lines at both locations !
(5)Kuanyu C.
If you have a taste for burger/hotdog meals with the 50s and 60s diner feel, combine with modernized fast food join, The Varsity should be your spot. The original store has the mega drive-in, this one here does not, but still it offer the same taste throughout what is now a franchise in Atlanta. The food here is good and made to order; what makes The Varsity fun is the ordering process. "What'll ya have?! What'll ya have?!" The men and women shouts at you from behind the counter, and if you are not prepared and not down with the lingo, you might be holding up the regulars behind you. My recommendation: Combo #2 with a burger, a hotdog, onion rings instead of fries, and THE orange drink. Their chili is amazing. and the onion rings are freshly made, and you can tell because the breading is uneven but thin and crispy, something that look like it would come from your own kitchen. The reason I picked this location, as opposed to the main venue, is the comparatively lower foot traffic, which means I can get in, get my order, gorge myself properly and then take off on my way, all within 10-15 minutes.
(4)Michael C.
Eating at The Varsity Gwinnett location after eating at the Downtown (original) location is like getting to that untouched, pristine country town in a post-apocalyptic world after fighting your way out of a major city infested by hordes of mindless zombies who want to claw you down and eat your brains. Except instead of brains, these zombies want to eat Pimento Cheeseburgers and Chili Slaw Dogs and Frosted Orange Drinks. And instead of a virus or parasite, these zombies are created by the Travel Channel. And instead of milling about because they're mindless undead, they're just mindless tourists. There's no need to scream or yell. There's no waiting in line for 30 minutes. There's no need to blast someone in the face with a double-barreled 12ga shotgun to get through the room. There's no need to shank anyone for a seat. Yet, when you eat here at the Gwinnett location, you realize that you in fact really are one of the mindless zombies. And the people at Gwinnett are normal. Normal in the sense that they have not ordered 6 Cheeseburgers and 4 Hot dogs, 4 orders of Onion Rings with a Frosted Orange Drink. Normal because they, unlike you, do not crave these things like a zombie craves brains. Normal, because they, unlike you, do not shovel food into your mouth like your zombie primary directive forces you to. But really, do you care? No. Because those delicious Onion Rings are about to enter your mouth, scooped in by both of your clawed hands at once, and all will be well with your zombie world. Nom nom nom. Here's what you need to know about The Varsity Gwinnett: FOOD: The food is exactly the same as it is at the other locations. Except for the Onion Rings. The Onion Rings are best here, imo. The Onion Rings are a unique recipe that I cannot figure out. They're soft inside, yet so crispy and crackling outside that the coating often breaks off in thin flakes when you pick them up. These are the best Onion Rings I've ever had. The Varsity food is basically Burgers and Hot Dogs, with a variety of toppings and cheeses you add to it. Choose your cheese (Pimento!), whether you want Chili or Slaw or both, if you want it with Lettuce, Onion and Tomato, and choose your drink. The menu looks huge and intimidating, but that's basically it. PARKING: Unlike the Downtown location, Gwinnett location has tons of parking. I've never, ever, seen this place full. There are probably 200 parking spaces here. It's very close to the I-85/ Jimmy Carter onramp/ offramp and very convenient to get to (about 1 block off). ORDERING: What'll ya have? Unlike the Downtown location, where you have to stand in that massive room with lines that can take 30 minutes to get through, the Gwinnett location has a lot of registers with only 1 or 2 people at each, or cashiers are standing around waiting for you. Seriously, its like going to an untouched town in a zombie apocalypse world. Order, they'll give you your food on a tray. Lead time is fast, about 5 minutes. SEATING: Again, unlike the Downtown location, seating is plentiful. I've never seen the place full. There are four main rooms, in each room maybe 10 people filling seating for 100. SERVICE: What'll ya have? That's about it. You get your food, sit down and eat it. ATMOSPHERE: The Varsity, strangely, except with very few people. For the record, the Gwinnett location scored a 99 at their last State Inspection. TV's playing in each of the rooms. Pretty quiet with no people eating there. COST: Cheap. As cheap as a couple of bucks for a meal. But I don't know, because every time I come here, I order enough food for 5 people for myself. VALUE: Always a great value. VERDICT: 4/5 - I literally come here every single time I visit Atlanta. For some reason though, like how Stadium food tastes good when you're at a game; but when you're just sitting around somewhere it doesn't taste as good, it just doesn't feel right eating The Varsity food here where you're not in the "real" location. I guess the atmosphere of the "real" location, no matter how much I hate everything about it, is part of why I love it so much. Kind of how like as much as you know how much it would suck to be in a major city fighting out of a zombie apocalypse, you also know how awesome it would be.
(4)Angel P.
Varsity is so overrated. We ordered 2 slaw dogs and an order of chili cheese fries...for about 14-15 bucks. The dogs were just like any other hotdog you can pick up at any grocery store for under a buck for an 8ct. The slaw tasted like it was store bought as well. The chili tasted like it was something out of a can. What a ripoff for what I can whip up in my own kitchen. Maybe I just caught them on a bad night or came at the wrong time but my visit was just all bad.. Huge space. Including my party of 3, there were only 5 customers on a Saturday night. It was like a ghost town inside. Dead silence. What a huge disappointment. Definitely not worth the price.
(1)Jane S.
Honestly not as bad as previous reviews, but not what I was expecting. The tables were clean, condiments well stocked and the lines were short. The regular burger is very small (happy meal size), which I happen to find the perfect size. Fries were good (way better than frozen!), but needed a few more minutes in the fryer to be great. They were pretty limp. The onion rings were SO greasy. Of course you expect grease, but they were crazy greasy. The ones at the top do taste good, once you move past the guilt/concern for your health. Forget eating the rings at the bottom of the container. They have been sitting there soaking up all the excess grease and are not appetizing. The famous orange drink is Tang correct? Health nuts will be horrified by The Varsity. For the rest of you, consider it a fun indulgence.
(3)Tyler T.
I debated for awhile on how many stars to give the Varsity. What'll you have? Well for me it's simple. I have gotten the same thing for my entire life a number 6 with a Varsity Orange. Occasionally I will venture off with a Frosted Orange but I don't always enjoy a brain freeze. The onion rings, the fries, just the mood are great. You have some very friendly people who are always smiling. They sometimes get frustrated just like people at any job do. They dislike people who are on the phone. I always enjoy stopping here while in the area. It's a must visit for anyone. Only question is, What'll ya have?!?
(5)A Beautiful F.
They have reeeaaalllly good onion rings............but they are totally greasy so you can only eat a few. They're slaw dogs aren't too bad either, but stay clear of the chili! As greasy spoons go overall they're pretty good on the go!
(3)Si O.
This is a really clean location and the service is outstanding. Don't expect gourmet food here. its just chili dogs and burgers. Nothing really special, but its good. The food is really simple. Reminds you of something that they would have served in the 50s. If you like your chili sloppy and your buns toasted, this is your place.
(4)Rett J.
Great onion rings and orange drink, but very greasy. You get what you expect. Great tasting food, but not healthy at all.
(4)Darren H.
The varsity, the varsity, the varsity. This is one of those places that everone tells you, you have to try. An atlanta institution. well this isn't the original location & for me that's a good thing. At the original one it seems like you can taste the original lard on the fries. This one is A-OK, don't know what made me want to try it but I was looking for something different & in this area it's hard to find. I still wouldn't choose this place over 5 guys but it's good for a change of pace. from the drive-thru to the fries to the greeters shouting "what'll you have" . Parking can get kind of congested but this area is usually totally clogged during rush hours.
(3)Mark L.
This food is one of a kind. I was really skeptical of what to buy due to the amount of grease I smelled in the air. I ended up getting Chilli dogs, a smoothie, fries and a burger since I was hungry. The fries were phenomenal. The chili dog was okay, I think Checkers has better dogs, but the burgers were the best bang for the buck . Here are some insights to my rating. 1. Greasy tables and not really clean. 2. Ketchup were hard to find and I can't eat fries without ketchup. 3. Napkins ran out and you can't eat greasy food without napkins. 4. I use a lot of napkins and ketchup. 5. I don't like greasy sticky tables that make you regret putting your hands and wallet and phones on the table. 6. Service was meh and it was really quiet. Overall food is good. Go if you want good greasy soul food after a Tech game, but don't go if you want to have a good meal with nice environment don't come here
(3)Chris B.
It's a family tradition to go to the varsity first thing after the plane lands in A-T-L. My father is the one who insists. He grew up on this stuff. I like my dad, so I humor him. The frosted orange is great, as is the PC (chocolate milk over ice). It's pretty cool to hear the "whatta ya have? Whatta ya have?" The place is clean- even the downtown location, which is where a tourist should go at least once in their life. The history is cool and that's where the warm fuzzies end... The food is not good, it's as acceptable as a 7-11 hamburger and no where near as good as a 7-11 hotdog. The chili...come on, I'm a Texan, that's chili puree! Drenched in grease would describe the onion rings and fries. This is a heart attack waiting to happen. And if I have a heart attack and die- I HOPE it's after a better meal than THIS! But if I'm ever in town with non-locals...I'll probably make em stop and sing the praise as much as my father. So when you read the reviews of everyone- factor that in, buy a Tshirt and wear it with pride!
(3)Jenn C.
Surprisingly tasty for chili cheese dogs. Nothing fancy, just a cool casual almost 50's like atmosphere where you can have good fries, onion rings, hot dogs and basic burgers. We heard of this place from a spotlight review on Food Network and since we were in the area, we tried it out. Not bad, I may come again if I am in the area and craving chili dogs.
(3)Kacey D.
Delicious and unhealthy as I love it. Totally love the onion rings!
(5)Tracie J.
It's the Varsity. If you know what to expect and they meet those expectations, then it's all good. I always get the same thing, a chili dog, onion rings and a medium varsity orange. Yum, yum yum! I like this location because it's a bit less of a crowd and it's much closer to me.
(4)Robin D.
I just moved to Atlanta and can see why everyone told me I HAD to try The Varsity. It's definitely an Atlanta institution! I loved the Frosted Orange drink! And I really loved the fried pies! The chili cheese dog was what I expected for a place like The Varsity. I'll be back with anyone who comes to visit me in Atlanta!
(5)Elaine P.
A must-go for every time I've visited family in the Atlanta area. My opinion of their chili dogs has gone up as I've gotten older, interestingly-- from "okay" to "tasty." Know what you're ordering before you approach the counter. If you want to eat, move your feet!
(4)Carrie O.
This place has been around FOREVER, and as such is definitely a place you should visit while in the Atlanta area. My mom & I stopped by the Norcross Varsity on our way to the airport, and we each got our fill of the greasy yummies they have to offer. She got the burger, which is small-ish, but apparently delivers on the flavor. I, being the vegetarian that I am, was actually able to find something to eat... A pimento cheese sandwich. MAN, it was good, but SO greasy and calorically laden that I probably need to limit myself to one every millenia. Their onion rings rock, and their fries are fresh-cut and have a bit of potato skin left on so they're nice & tasty. This was one of many trips I've made to Varsity, and definitely not the last. This place is worth the trip for the history and for some unhealthy but tasty food.
(4)Doris M.
The absolute greasiest fries I've ever seen, but they're freshly made & tasty! I realize this place is an Atlanta institution, but it just didn't do it for me. Being brought up in the Detroit area where Coney's abound, I'm just used to a certain type of dog and coney sauce. Next to Detroit Coney's, add the Chicago dogs. Sorry but there's no competition or comparison.
(3)Mike D.
A review from a person in California: I was over in Atlanta for an engagement party and I had to stop by this place. I got myself a chili dog, slaw dog, and fries. The food was great. The only complaint I had was that the price does not match up with the quantity of food you get. Maybe I'm spoiled because Costco sells a hot dog and soda for only $1.50. Even so, I give this place 3 stars because of the atmosphere. Here in Cali, we don't really have much pride about college and college sports (except USC). It seemed that everyone was wearing Georgia gear at this place! The Bulldogs weren't even playing that day and everyone is wearing Georgia gear. wow! Its too bad I never got the real college experience... But yeah, if you ignore the prices and quantity of food, then the Varsity was great.
(3)Marlon M.
Great place to look at and takes pics one of a kind!! a must see now only have the shake everything else sucks, service, greasy soggy fries & onions rings, a .69 cent burger from Mickey ds will beat them anytime worse chili dog ever!! the bread was stale and to top it all everything was cold! So stop by take a photo and run as fast as you can because I guaranteed you will get the runs!!
(1)littleone J.
F**K VARSITY!! first time here the old ass lazy guy was on his cell phone, finished his personal call, theeenn took our order. got our food, which SUCKED ASS and by the way.how hard is your job guy? I asked for NO tomato and of course I got tomato. WTF? The icing on the cake was when he stood by my window and waited for his tip. He even asked for the tip! Are you kidding me?? why would I give your no good sorry ass a dollar for delivering my food? I will never go back, EVER. I don't know what all the hype is for. Just do yourself a favor and drive on down to wendy's and get yourself some real fast food.peace.
(1)Steve G.
From Virginia-Highland and Midtown to Buckhead, Atlanta metro offers a lot to satisfy the inner foodie. Yet the simple pleasures of The Varsity are also a frequent topic of fascination and recommendation. By my northeastern sensibilities, The Varsity isn't like the landmark hotdog eateries of my experience. Although super-busy, there is a civility and grace that has always been a treat to experience. The much acclaimed slaw dog is simple to understand, just substitute cole slaw for the sauerkraut. In practice, however, the smooth sweetness of the slaw coaxes flavors from the 'dog which I've not tasted elsewhere. Their fries are nothing special, but their onion rings are very good. In my book, the true star at The Varsity is the frosted orange; it's almost like a liquid creamsicle, cold, smooth and delicious. I've been to several Varsity locations, and they each appear to be clean and well organized. Sure there are better eateries in Atlanta, but it would take quite a bit to produce food which is this soul satisfying.
(2)Erin L.
I have been eating at The Varsity for about 30 years. It has always been a tradition to eat here when visiting. Must have a chili dog, rings and a varsity orange. The frosted orange tastes just like a dreamcicle. Yum!
(4)JAN k.
see my review under varsity gwinnett
(4)Shauna R.
This is not your typical hamburger joint. Defiintely a place to try for the experience...not the food. Although the menus were easy to read, they seemed quite complex being that they gave you about 5 seconds to make a decision in there and yell at you when you walk in "what ya'll have"? is their motto. Of course, not seeing the menu and investigating everything, I came down to having less of a heart attack with simple hot dogs and chil cheese fries. I did try their frosted orange....what's so special about it? A bunch of orange sugar flavor placed into ice cream.....it did NOT taste good. I'll stick with their fountain drinks.
(3)Scott B.
Chili dog heaven.
(4)Carol C.
went here for the first time after much publicity about it. Absolutely horrible. Their reputation is overkill. I wnder what was in the hot dog, certainly no taste of beef, perhap turkey dogs, a teaspoon of chili on top and 2 globs of mustart. Soft french fries and onion rings so black the oil must have been quite old. I don't see the attraction here as it is overpriced for what you get.
(1)Louay B.
An Atlanta icon for greasy burgers. You must eat here if you enter the Atlanta city limits. Nothing special here but I suggest hitting this place after an UGA, braves, or falcons game.
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