Atlanta is the founding location of some of America's most beloved chains.

Let us know which chain deserves the Best of Atlanta crown.


While we wait for the poll results, find out why some consider Waffle House Atlanta's best restaurant. We bet you didn't know these twelve things about WaHo, either.

Take look at these five major restaurant chains you probably didn't know started in Atlanta.

Out of those little-known chains, there were two that got some major recognition for being the top choice of "millennial consumers" earlier this year. Though Taco Mac calls Atlanta home, it isn't the only place in Atlanta to get your wing fix. Here are our picks for lords of the wings.

Don't see your favorite Atlanta chain the list below? Nominate it in the comments.

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