Summary

Busy Bee Cafe in Atlanta, GA, is a soul food restaurant owned by the Jackson family since 1947. It has become a local landmark and has been featured on popular TV shows Food Paradise and other TV shows and documentaries.

Seen On

FOOD

Food Paradise

Local Legends 09-09-2015

Fried Chicken

More restaurants on Food Paradise Near Atlanta , GA

Cuisines & Features

  • Southern
  • Meat-And-Three
  • Local Favorite
  • Lunch Spot
  • Cheap Eats

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