Top 9 Restaurants in Downtown Macon
The Downtown Macon restaurant scene is booming!
From seafood to burgers to tacos and more, there's an array of delicious restaurants to choose from.
![Shrimp and Grits from Kudzu](https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/Matt_Odom_Photography_4290_310437ce-be09-4dcb-b6a1-e55469d931f5.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=320&q=80&w=320&s=747c2abd6c5e233e1a253bc2c59bac07 320w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/Matt_Odom_Photography_4290_310437ce-be09-4dcb-b6a1-e55469d931f5.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=540&q=80&w=540&s=058084647bbc6777c3ddf6ca00c02a86 540w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/Matt_Odom_Photography_4290_310437ce-be09-4dcb-b6a1-e55469d931f5.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=768&q=80&w=768&s=68ede6752edd8bca18b029bd777fc8ef 768w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/Matt_Odom_Photography_4290_310437ce-be09-4dcb-b6a1-e55469d931f5.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1024&q=80&w=1024&s=af0807a57fcfbdb60aa33df5a2bf5b6d 1024w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/Matt_Odom_Photography_4290_310437ce-be09-4dcb-b6a1-e55469d931f5.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1200&q=80&w=1200&s=c50673e137d0a701617b56d48cd59262 1080w)
![](https://macon.imgix.net/images/Icons/record-purple.png?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=320&q=80&w=320&s=adb041108a0bdfda120c45315522828f 320w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/Icons/record-purple.png?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=540&q=80&w=540&s=f13bc7ca130067ef843d3fa03e3d3eb8 540w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/Icons/record-purple.png?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=768&q=80&w=768&s=d97e043c2948a8d8f7ec948c348d6ce0 768w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/Icons/record-purple.png?auto=compress%2Cformat&crop=focalpoint&fit=min&fp-x=0.5&fp-y=0.5&h=1024&q=80&w=1024&s=5e4395051f0910381bcb03a37373f39a 791w)
Kudzu Seafood Company (512 Poplar Street)
Kudzu brings the best of Southern Coastal Seafood to Central Georgia. Sit back and enjoy a cold beer and hot, fresh seafood in Downtown Macon. Or head to their rooftop bar, The Wheelhouse, for beautiful sunshine with a view of downtown.
![Kudzu Shrimp Po Boy](https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/11a25d75_bb96_4c96_85ba_9d2adf28f527_1ddd8129-1e5e-473d-992e-4cf9326fc288.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=f84fc3a7cba54b4312bb4063be4f86a3 320w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/11a25d75_bb96_4c96_85ba_9d2adf28f527_1ddd8129-1e5e-473d-992e-4cf9326fc288.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=7a67c266f193cfbfab7e2f6e3bb48e54 540w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/11a25d75_bb96_4c96_85ba_9d2adf28f527_1ddd8129-1e5e-473d-992e-4cf9326fc288.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=a15adcbc74359c39b68e5de8a336f248 768w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/11a25d75_bb96_4c96_85ba_9d2adf28f527_1ddd8129-1e5e-473d-992e-4cf9326fc288.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=a6b9918928db3beefcb69fe3fbdc387b 960w)
The Rookery (543 Cherry St.)
One of Macon's most noticeable landmarks, The Rookery is a Macon staple. The laid-back atmosphere pairs perfectly with a delicious burger & milkshake.
Dovetail (543 Cherry St.)
Known as one of Macon's most critically-acclaimed restaurants, Dovetail serves uniquely crafted southern cuisine that provides traditional southern food with a twist.
Ocmulgee Brewpub (484 2nd St.)
This unique restaurant is the perfect spot to enjoy a delectable gourmet burger with a delicious craft beer. Handcrafted burgers, handcrafted beer, what more can you ask for?
![Burger, Fries, and Beer from Ocmulgee Brewpub](https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/5acec00b_5ecc_42f8_a77a_32b878c57ecd_8dd11f55-c9e3-437b-92ee-f4d0fb2f4673.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=630ddacf58f70b0aa225fa91ebe3f369 320w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/5acec00b_5ecc_42f8_a77a_32b878c57ecd_8dd11f55-c9e3-437b-92ee-f4d0fb2f4673.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=a9c21597d85e2ad8f0cf0072b111e5a1 540w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/5acec00b_5ecc_42f8_a77a_32b878c57ecd_8dd11f55-c9e3-437b-92ee-f4d0fb2f4673.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=b61499b6dd42af59bd651a935262bb8c 768w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/5acec00b_5ecc_42f8_a77a_32b878c57ecd_8dd11f55-c9e3-437b-92ee-f4d0fb2f4673.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=b290ae81d41e67ff2ed60de8d6dd0e27 960w)
La Bella Morelia (524 Mulberry St.)
One of the city's best authentic restaurants found on Mulberry Street features taco combinations with delicious bases including, cow tongue, beef, steak, birria, and even pork rinds. A local favorite is the Quesa Birria Taco, a slow-cooked beef dish, with cheese served with a tortilla and birria sauce! The restaurant's story starts in the Michoacan region of Mexico where the business owners are from. Read more here!
![Birria Tacos](https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/birria_47799a76-05a7-48a7-8037-36228794e45a.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=9397290db018f84d422a15067c88046d 320w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/birria_47799a76-05a7-48a7-8037-36228794e45a.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=04ff3eb0a29b65d3928bfcd47ab69ffa 540w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/birria_47799a76-05a7-48a7-8037-36228794e45a.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=b12496b788adb7a158f24ca02ed5b293 768w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/birria_47799a76-05a7-48a7-8037-36228794e45a.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=d87764bd6772415998b942121a51c303 960w)
Parish on Cherry St. (580 Cherry St.)
Offering your favorite Lousiana dishes right here in Downtown Macon, Parish on Cherry St. is known for its NOLA Shrimp and Ga. Grits & flavorful Gumbo.
![Parish on Cherry Shrimp Creole](https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/1f054374_97f1_495f_ac6d_7a7d149ef73b_4302e197-88ba-4d86-93ee-fdf8eddbb245.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=64695a9ae2c1d62646d531c50b17cbf1 320w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/1f054374_97f1_495f_ac6d_7a7d149ef73b_4302e197-88ba-4d86-93ee-fdf8eddbb245.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=f73a8c1030049276bb53b1f7ef93194d 540w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/1f054374_97f1_495f_ac6d_7a7d149ef73b_4302e197-88ba-4d86-93ee-fdf8eddbb245.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=3d57b5218e9b6163a370577568b82540 706w)
Kinjo Kitchen and Cocktails (497 2nd Street)
Asian-inspired but with a southern twist to make it the perfect up-scale comfort food dining experience. From ramen and seared ahi tuna to misco corn and bacon fritters, the flavor combinations in all of their dishes are unique. Their cocktails can't be skipped either!
Bearfoot Tavern (468 2nd St.)
Known for its mixture of European and American pub-style cuisine, Bearfoot Tavern offers over 50 beers on tap, a fantastic menu to choose from, & a fun atmosphere to watch a game or catch a live musical performance. Between unique dinner specials and even a brunch menu with bottomless mimosas options, this is a hot spot for classic pub fun!
![Photo of Southwest Springrolls from the Rookery](https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/rolls_6bc467b0-77b2-4e36-ac64-12eba6b06d18.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=2eb49ca37a7112f17fbfef77ac14c7fd 320w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/rolls_6bc467b0-77b2-4e36-ac64-12eba6b06d18.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=1e2f6045d3d6535906111f376aa0e613 540w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/rolls_6bc467b0-77b2-4e36-ac64-12eba6b06d18.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=ef63391650328d2762e7ad9c8ec27e3e 768w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/rolls_6bc467b0-77b2-4e36-ac64-12eba6b06d18.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1024&s=2bb8d670a93910e0fbaa12c413d0de8f 1024w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/rolls_6bc467b0-77b2-4e36-ac64-12eba6b06d18.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1200&s=65cf20ebb01cddc961001be5682480f3 1200w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/rolls_6bc467b0-77b2-4e36-ac64-12eba6b06d18.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1440&s=02f7bca5e83be1abf81f182f3d5808e4 1440w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/rolls_6bc467b0-77b2-4e36-ac64-12eba6b06d18.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=1920&s=1cd5868129638f5b6b9f3a97ccc76df0 1536w)
Tokyo Alley (574 Mulberry Street Lane)
Since 1992 Tokyo Alley has served up Macon's most exciting dishes and unique ambiance. A blend of Asian cuisine that includes meat dishes with sauces that come tangy like the signature orange chicken to some with a little heat, like the Bangkok Shrimp. Their housemade soup and cold noodle are truly out of this world. It's a blend of flavors influenced by different Asian cuisine that becomes a tasty and unique dish like no other.
![Photo of Salmon from Tokyo Alley](https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/salmon_c6089789-b37b-4c23-9dea-2a245469d61a.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=320&s=b2bb49e5738e0b8a55bdc74bdbbb44a0 320w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/salmon_c6089789-b37b-4c23-9dea-2a245469d61a.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=540&s=038c2fbd427e8e781d555ba1a47ff642 540w, https://macon.imgix.net/images/blogs/salmon_c6089789-b37b-4c23-9dea-2a245469d61a.jpg?auto=compress%2Cformat&fit=max&position=50%2050&q=80&w=768&s=02de16550ae40c64c725c725fa41e0dc 756w)
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