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BeetleCat

Restaurant Bar Seafood restaurant Gastropub Oyster bar restaurant

Upscale oyster bar & cocktail lounge featuring globally inspired seafood & custom drinks. People often mention lobster, great, oysters, good, roll, nice, time, menu, restaurant, bread,


Address

299 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307, United States

Website

www.beetlecatatl.com

Contact

+1 678-732-0360

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (2.2K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 11:30 am to 11 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am to 11 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am to 9 pm
  • Monday: 4 to 10 pm
  • Tuesday: 4 to 10 pm
  • Wednesday: 4 to 10 pm
  • Thursday: 4 to 10 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: lobster (22) great (21) oysters (21) good (20) roll (19) nice (14) time (12) menu (12) restaurant (11) bread (11)
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  • 5/5 Nathan M. 1 year ago on Google
    First time visit for Donut Brunch was awesome. The staff was super friendly from the moment we stepped in the door. Our server, CeeCee, was super knowledgeable and welcoming. She was able to walk us through the menu forwards-and-back, making great recommendations. Donuts were warm, fresh, and very tasty. The Unicorn and Coffee Cake selections delivered and were a great treat to begin the meal. The Champagne Punch and Mudslide cocktails were nice brunch choices and paired well with the menu choices. For entrees, we chose the Pork Hash, Lobster Roll, Double Cheeseburger, and Chicken sandwich. Each selection delivered great flavor and was very enjoyable. We can't wait to visit again.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Shameka P. 2 years ago on Google
    I was surprised with this place because they sold oysters. We arrived and loved the space . They have inside and outside sitting and now during Covid it's better to make a reservation. We sat at the bar area which was good cause we could watch the guy cooking the food right in the brick oven. Overall the food was pretty good just a few things to correct. Here is why the mister thought they should get a 3. Dislike at restaurant (1) Margarita served in coffee mug (2) bread burnt still good try it (3) Took too long to bring my lemonade. (4) Waiter forgot to put our order in (5) Waiter tries to butter us up by offering a free drink
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mikala W. 8 months ago on Google • 60 reviews
    THIS PLACE is such a vibe. It quickly turning into one of my regular spots. They always have the best seafood. Curated drinks and friendly staff with good suggestions. I highly recommend the broiled oysters, branzino, mussels and lobster roll. A 10/10 for me.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Amber N. 11 months ago on Google • 57 reviews
    Awesome experience. Very friendly customer service provided. Two managers stopped to ask how everything was going and to offer an appetizer and then dessert. The portion sizes were super small for the price but tasted amazing. We got the fried oysters, flounder, strawberry cheesecake. All the food and was spot on as well as the drinks. However, for the price, the food portions were very small. It was a very nice experience. We sat at the bar, so no wait and everything was delivered in a timely matter. May return on special occasions.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Seamus D. 8 months ago on Google • 67 reviews
    Our server Taylor provided friendly and attentive service. She even helped arrange some shade for the late afternoon sun on the upper patio. Oysters were superb as expected! Snapper crudo was very nice with the fresh strawberry flavor. Coconut rice keeps me coming back again and again!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 AC B. 8 months ago on Google • 22 reviews
    Delicious! Everything we ordered was good! I had the collar fish to try something new and it was amazing☺️. We also ordered the fry bread (yummy), coconut fried rice ( vegetarian but very umami), and salt and pepper squid (great app) and they were all delicious. Great first date spot or girls night out but also a great option to just call in and pick up when you get a craving 😋. I’ll be back!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maya B. 6 months ago on Google • 13 reviews
    No reservation needed for a Monday night party of two. There’s a parking deck very close to the restaurant ($7/hr). There were two ladies at the front who were all smiles and so pleasant. They even wished us a pleasant evening/dining experience. All the food was delicious! We ordered baked oysters, al la carte fresh oysters, fry bread, radicchio salad, coconut rice and the lobster roll, which is more of a slider than full size bun but still filling. Total was around $153 not including tip. Our server was Brill and he was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. Gave a thorough description of the menu, was precise and quick with service. You can tell he very experienced and gave great table side banter throughout service. The customer service alone is reason to come back for every occasion. Every single person was so warm and genuinely courteous and it truly made our night. Amazing food, impeccable staff and breathtaking atmosphere. Thank you guys so much for 5star service and unwavering high standards. See you again soon!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joyanna H. 3 months ago on Google • 73 reviews New
    Soooo good. We went for happy hour and had some of the best oysters we've had this year. I also ordered the kale salad and it was the perfect balance of vinegar, salt & sweet. The only thing I would change would be to add another type of hot sauce for the oysters. That's just me though, I really don't love the standard hot sauces.

  • 5/5 Romie R. 1 year ago on Google
    What a perfect experience! My husband and I came around 6pm on a Friday without reservations but was seated quickly. Service was phenomenal. Food and drink was top tier. Atmosphere was incredible. Hands down, a great dining experience in Atlanta.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jay L. 1 year ago on Google
    Came by for brunch and enjoyed it tremendously! Got a reservation the day before but even day-of (Saturday at 11), it wasn’t too busy so I’m sure if you came for brunch you’d be able to get a walk-in just fine. Staff was really friendly and willing to explain the menu and give recommendations. The donuts were amazing and the drinks and cold brew were good as well. The lobster roll is the award winner and it isn’t hard to see or taste why. I have family in Long Island and visit every year, and this lobster roll was better than anything I’ve had out in Montauk. For the price, you’re getting a lot of lobster meat, so I think it’s a great deal. The roll is super buttery, the lobster is rich, and there’s a creamy sauce, but not too much as to overpower the lobster. Rich and filling, and would be great to split with friends too. Fries with the old bay seasoning awesome as well. Enjoyed this a lot, will definitely be back again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Taylor I. 10 months ago on Google
    Chef Eddie is an award winning chef and it shows. The service and atmosphere are top notch, and it shows. The wait staff describes the menu with conviction and passion because they actually like the food. Whatever they tell you about the food is NOT hyperbole. If you are unsure what to get, the wait staff won’t steer you wrong. And don’t walk out of here without trying the oysters. Also… the burger is massive and amazing.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anea J. 8 months ago on Google
    I had to get the Lobster Roll and I’m glad I did!!! The lobster was succulent, the bread was buttery toasted, and the Cajun seasoned fries topped it off!! The drinks were delicious and served with the perfect amount of alcohol. They have a nice selection of oysters, but no oysters Rockefeller. Atmosphere was on point and the service was excellent!! I’ll definitely be back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fresh W. 10 months ago on Google
    This seafood restaurant is very nice. I tried the lobster roll with fries. The lobster rolls tasted good. The bread was toasted and buttery. The French fries was seasoned very well. I tried the fry bread too. The fry bread was soft and flavorful. The Atmosphere in the restaurant was nice and relaxing. I definitely would recommend this place to freeze and family.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Justin Covillon (. 8 months ago on Google
    CeCe, Jaryl, Korina, and the rest of the staff here are literally above and beyond light years of normal staff. I flew up from Ft. Lauderdale just to try the “World’s Best Lobster Roll!” And my lord nothing disappoints here! The fish dip, the oysters, legitimately everything here is something I would go to a restaurant for by itself. I can’t give enough praise and you all know I only recommend the best places. This is not you’re average spot, it’s an oral Molotov cocktail of deliciousness!!!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Elisa M. 5 months ago on Google • 6 reviews
    This restaurant is located on a very cute street, great for date night or time with family. There is dinning space on top floor but make sure to check the downstairs area for their bar and a more cozy space. Food and drinks were pretty good!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Deron S. 3 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    BeetleCat is a very nice restaurant. Out of all the seafood places I’ve frequented this by far is my favorite. The Fish and Chips were delicious, along with the Ceviche. Trying Ceviche for my first time BeetleCat gave me a great surprise. The drinks were exquisite. My dessert was a fried Apple pie and vanilla ice cream I clear all of my plates and can’t wait to go back to try more on the menu. Rufus and Izzy in The Den are awesome!!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 D. O. 2 years ago on Google
    Great quality seafood, especially the oysters! Oyster menu seems to change frequently. The clams were a bit salty for my liking and there were small shell fragments I had to pick out from the meat but over all, I had a great meal. The dining space on the lower floor is more cramped and rowdy so if you want a quieter dinner experience I recommend making reservations for the upper floor.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Katie C. 2 years ago on Google
    AMAZING! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun, casual dining experience in a lively neighborhood just outside downtown. Our server Arielle (? … I’m so sorry, her name is escaping me, but I know she used to work at Chick-fil-A!) was phenomenal and had great, knowledgeable recommendations for the whole table of 7! ALL the food was perfect.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shershe C. 2 years ago on Google
    The host was very nice, our waitress was super nice and helpful with the menu. Everyone greeted up with a smile. The food was just as amazing. We had the fry bread, which we enjoyed. The salt and pepper squid and coconut fried rice were by far items I would come back for. My husband enjoyed the lobster roll which I nibbled one and we also had the redfish. We were stuffed and had to take our dessert to go. We truly enjoyed our anniversary dinner here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kaw S. 2 years ago on Google
    Food was great. We had 2 lobster rolls, coconut rice, and mussels. This was my first time eating here and everything was good. Wasn't too crowded, the ambiance was good, and was seated on time for our reservation.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tamika M. 2 years ago on Google
    Really good food. We made reservations, so we didn't have to wait for our table. The nashville fried chicken between 2 donuts....excellent. The lobster roll was tasty. The brisket was good, I added an egg on top, delicious. For 2 people we spent about $100 for brunch (2 drinks also). The staff were very attentive. We will be back to try oysters.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew Thomas C. 2 years ago on Google
    I’ve been consistently coming to Beetlecat for 4 years now. It’s a wonderful experience every single time and I love the changing menu and their takes on food in both the land and sea categories. You really can’t go wrong here
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amanda B. 2 years ago on Google
    Everything was so good. From the salt and pepper squid to the cocktails! First, we came in on the later side but everyone we encountered was so kind. I had the lobster roll. It was buttery, fresh and there was am ample amount. We also had some oysters, fantastic and the burger. I have not one complaint. I actually can't wait to go back to try something new
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lola B. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is very different in taste! Very small menu but the items chosen for me were very good. My favorite was the lobster roll, and it wasn't short of lobster. My next favorite was the stew!next was the beet salad than mussels and finally the durade fish. Nothing tasted bad but this is just my favorite taste wise In order. Definitely go and check it out, your taste buds will thank you for it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Y. A. 2 years ago on Google
    Beetlecat definitely stands out on North Highland. Love the restaurant sign visible from street. The nautical theme inside is really nice. The sails as ceiling covering was a great idea. Sorry no pic. It had a clean, white, blue and brown color wave. I encourage you to book a reservation. Seated is my choice as it is free and you can get cashback on your bill through the app to be redeemed for various rewards. Check it out! Saw this restaurant on a Tiktok video. Parking can be challenging. There is of course free street parking if your lucky. There is also a public parking garage. Starts at $6.50 for first 2 hours and goes up. Also some pretty funny you will be towed if you park here signs in the area. Lol! We arrived 5 minutes early and seated immediately. A waitress came by to fill our water glasses. She advised Spencer would be our waiter and be by shortly. Spencer arrived and introduced himself few minutes later. He was very friendly and informative having worked there four years. As we covered drinks, I mentioned wanting to try the Fish House Punch. Spencer said it was a Long Island and Arnold Palmer Colan best he could describe. He offered us free samples as it is a pre-made drink. Cute little shot glasses with 1 cube ice. The taste was as he described. We both ordered one. I will say the lemon flavor was dominate overshadowing the other ingredients, which were rum, brandy, peach Whiskey and black tea. Maybe add splash simple syrup to cut the tart flavor if you want sweeter. Another waiter walked past bar, saw drinks, and brought them to us. I noticed others doing this whether their table or not. Loved the staff working as a team!! Great service to patrons. We decided on the lobster roll and Moqueca stew. The lobster roll market price was $36. Spencer said the stew was not spicy although jalapeños are a listed ingredient. I love spicy so I didn't mind. I did ask for no cashews. As we waited, we finished our samples. My friend noticed a inch long curve piece of plastic in hers. We told Spencer so he could alert the bartender. She looked confused where it came from. He brought us grapefruit shots and apologized for the plastic in the shot glass. I decided late to try the baked oysters. We got a half dozen. They came out few minutes after our food. This worked as I had to send my stew back when I saw cashews on top. Lobster roll was definitely cooked in butter. There was no mayo on the sandwich. Waffle fries were seasoned. Love seasoned hot fries. There was a decent amount of lobster on the roll. It does come on a round bun not a hoagie roll. It also comes with house made potato fries so Spencer suggested adding side of fries. The half dozen baked oysters were full of flavor. They were a bit salty to me. I have blood pressure issues so try to watch my salt intake. I could taste it immediately. Happily shared as 6 would have been too much for me to consume. The moqueca stew was filled with small shrimp, bite size pieces of the fish of the day, red and green peppers, onions, tomatoes garlic and yummy spices. It definitely reminded me of a curry dish. The balanced flavor was on point. I did send the 1st one back as mentioned due to cashews. The second one was piping hot with side steamed rice. Good portion size for one person. Let me mention there is outside dining available on the patio. I normally do not do outside dining. However, the patio is not at street level. You can dine out and not worry about pedestrians walking past your table. Covid or not, I am not a fan of that so I'd dine out here on a nice day. Masks are required. Social distancing is observed. All waiters wore masks. There is a sign on the door as you enter. Actually 2 signs one on each door. One last thing, there is a larger bar area downstairs where you can dine as well. This is also a nice cozy dining area to enjoy your food.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Euphie 1 year ago on Google
    Great place for oysters! I love that the downstairs is a 70s inspired ship interior. I got the fish and chips and it was so moist and flaky. Highly recommend the blueberry bread pudding and ice cream. It was such a nice way to end the meal.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 AJ 2 years ago on Google
    This was my first time at Beetlecat. I can't believe I did this but I forgot the waiter's name. He was really good though and asked if it was our first time in and went over everything really well for us. The restaurant seemed pretty clean. We did receive a set of dirty cutlery and a dirty bowl. Cutlery was an easy switch out. I just grabbed a new set from the table next to ours and the waiter quickly replaced the dirty bowl and apologized. We ordered quite a few items to try the place out. Prices are ok. Some of the pricing is a little high for the portion size in my opinion. We tried out the fry bread which was recommended and was probably my favorite dish of the night. The honey butter just goes so well with the nori seasoning and the bread was so light and fried perfectly. Also we tried the Moqueca stew (forgot to take a pic) which was good also. It reminds me of almost a Massaman Curry dish. It had shrimp, fish, coconut, cashew, rice, and jalapeno. This was my 2nd favorite dish. We also ordered a half dozen of the baked oysters. They were pretty good as well. I have to say my least favorite dish was the whole roasted flounder. I would say stay away from this dish unless you just enjoy salt. The sauce the fish was served in and that was served with the veggies on the side was just way to salty to enjoy. Overall the food is just ok. I wasn't just taken away by anything that I would have to come back and have again. I enjoyed the awesome service more than the food which is the reason I gave them 4 stars.

  • 5/5 Naomie D. 11 months ago on Google
    This place is absolutely fantastic! My partner and I have visited multiple times. Yesterday, we made the choice to enjoy the outdoor seating. Our main reason for coming here is the delectable Lobster Roll. We both savored the lobster roll, while I indulged in a refreshing regular mimosa and a delightful sunrise drink. The atmosphere, attentive waitstaff, and every aspect of this establishment captivated me completely. I also like that the water didn't taste like tap water, but more like filtered refreshing water.

  • 5/5 Taylor S. 2 years ago on Google
    Every time I come here excellent excellent service and even better food. The tables are tight and small on the inside, so I recommend sitting on the patio.The atmosphere is beautiful and please don't forgo the oysters.

  • 5/5 Jenn F. 1 year ago on Google
    Upscale oyster bar with funky vibe. I love the teal accents in the decor. The servers are knowledgeable and accommodating. Service was impeccable! Drink recommendations were dead on when my dinner companion and I explained what we like. We had a dozen raw oysters. I'm not great at knowing which oysters to choose to create my dozen. I explained to the server what I like and she chose for us. Her selections were excellent! We also split a field greens salad. Dressing was light, a tasty vinaigrette. I will definitely be back!

  • 4/5 Ed G. 10 months ago on Google
    First time visiting for their donut brunch. All of the food was excellent though the selection is limited so check the menu online if you are on the fence. The lobster roll was cooked perfectly but afterwards you have some buyers remorse. The $39 price just isn't justified particularly if you have experience eating these across New England. Everything else on the menu was reasonably priced, even the donuts surprised us with their XXL sizing. The runaway hits at our table, however, were the avocado toast and biscuits with honey butter. Cocktails for mediocre. We had reservations for 11:00 a.m. but we were the only folks in the restaurant until about noon.

  • 5/5 Oanh 2 years ago on Google
    The food here are amazing. Love trying a little of everything and the services is great too. They do have happy hours with $1 oyster on a few of their oyster selections, but you can only order those a dozen at a time for the whole table. They also have two patio, so there's plenty of outside seating when the weather is pleasant and dog friendly too.

  • 4/5 Rachel P. 1 year ago on Google
    Came for brunch and had a great time! Sat on the heated back patio, really nice atmosphere and the downstairs bar is super cool. The donuts, punch, and lobster roll were delicious, but the roll was just way overpriced for what you get. Service was pretty good! Still a great brunch spot!

  • 5/5 Renee C. 2 years ago on Google
    Steak and eggs brunch was superb! Donuts are a sweet precursor for the meal. Drinks are tasty and potent!

  • 4/5 Nicole S. 5 months ago on Google
    This was fun for brunch, something different. The donuts were good. I enjoyed the chicken sandwich. The spicy sauce with the sweet donut worked well together. Would like to give dinner a try.

  • 4/5 Pranav D. 1 year ago on Google
    Food is great and the staff is wonderful. They just need to figure out the levels - we got seated at the outdoor downstairs level and the music was obnoxiously loud. When we requested to reduce it we were told this is how it's every Saturday. Totally fine but pls let guests know so they can choose not to sit at that space esp if they have a reservation. Outside of that - great food, lovely drinks and the interiors are stunning.

  • 5/5 Chandra M. 2 years ago on Google
    BeetleCat is the best! The Lobster Roll is a religious experience. Reservations are a must, they get busy and fill up quickly. Oh and the Fish House Punch 🍹is your friend. Get.It.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
    • ✓️ Paid multi-storey car park
    • ✓️ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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