J. Alexander's Restaurant

4701 Ashford Dunwoody Rd, Atlanta, GA 30338, United States
+1 770-512-0153
$$$ American restaurant , Bar , Brewery , Family restaurant , Fish restaurant , Hamburger restaurant , Lunch restaurant , Restaurant , Steak house , Traditional American restaurant
(1645 Reviews)

J. Alexander's Restaurant in Dunwoody offers a comfortable full-service dining experience rooted in traditional American fare. Located just off Ashford Dunwoody Road, it feels like a spot where families, couples, and groups come for a relaxed yet slightly upscale meal without the fuss. The atmosphere leans toward cozy and inviting, with warm lighting and thoughtful decor that suits both casual dinners and special occasions.

The menu covers a broad range of hearty American classics with some elevated twists, from perfectly cooked steaks and seafood to comfort sides like loaded mashed potatoes and creative mac and cheese. Dishes like Filet Mignon with Bearnaise and the Cajun Snapper special stand out for those seeking more refined flavors, while the presence of indulgent options like carrot cake and chocolate cake satisfy dessert cravings. For those who enjoy cocktails, the Lemon Drop Martini comes up often as a balanced, refreshing choice that complements the meal well.

Service here tends to be attentive and knowledgeable without feeling rushed — the staff are welcoming from the moment you step in, making it a pleasant spot for a dinner date or family night out. It’s not a lively bar scene, but the bar area offers a good selection of drinks for a relaxed evening after work or a weekend gathering.

If you’re stopping by, timing-wise, early evening during the week or weekend dinners typically promise a quieter dining experience. It’s a place that works well for celebrations or a satisfying sit-down meal where the focus is on well-prepared American classics in a setting that’s warm and familiar without being overly casual. The variety on the menu means there’s something for everyone, from steak lovers and seafood fans to those looking for comfort food with a bit of polish.

Highlights
Has fast service
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great dessert
Has great tea selection
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves healthy options
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Best for
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

1645 Reviews
Kimura Leonard

30 Nov 2025

We had Mr Jack’s Crispy Chicken Platter, Rattlesnake Pasta and Blacked Sea Bass w/smashed potatoes which we all enjoyed. Everything was flavorful and seasoned well. The ambience was nice and cozy. The staff at the door were welcoming and our waiter Christian was very attentive, friendly and helpful. We capped our night off with these delicious martinis!!! Not too sweet and just the right touch. Thank you, we will be back.

Linda nickles

18 Nov 2025

We visited this location, after my graduation and we got there earlier than expected; we had made a reservation, but when we arrived it wasn’t busy. The young lady at front, changed our reservation and we had a good waiter and our food and drinks was extremely good! At the end, we splitted the check and the waiter added $19 gratuity to each check. It was 5 people; but 3 of us paid, one was a child and the other was the graduate. I am not sure if that is normal; but o.k. It didn’t take anything away from our experience and we will be back!!

Tracy Mevers

13 Nov 2025

Crab cakes were perfectly cooked! My husband's steak delish as well as sides. Lemon drop martini was very refreshing. Service was amazing!

Angel Walker

07 Oct 2025

We dined for a dinner date tonight. Nice decor/atmosphere. The food was definitely something to rave about. I had the Cajun Snapper special and he had the salmon. Both were flavorful and cooked just to our liking. Our server was very attentive, kind, and knowledgeable/helpful. When we return we hope to get her again! Thank you "T"!

Austin Mcmillen

03 Oct 2025

Just had dinner here tonight. It was absolutely delicious! Definitely gotta try the steak Maui, is fantastic. Ribeye is nice and juicy and the pineapple marinade is to die for it. Also, don’t forget the loaded baked potato. Caesar salad and cheese spinach dip is phenomenal. Steak was cooked perfectly. Also, do not leave without getting the carrot cake, it is divine! Definitely got to give these folks a try.

Gloria Jones

20 Sep 2025

Well here I am again singing the praises of J. Alexander’s—- ANNA is the most attentive, high-spirited, kind, attentive server I’ve ever encountered! She was such a joy! Now food wise, we started with the crab dip—- what a pleasant surprise to my taste buds. I’ve never had crab dip so perfectly made. The green onions added explosive flavor. The delectable chicken tenders were phenomenal. The baked potato was a good size and was extremely fresh. Now let’s move on to the honey mustard. I’ve never tasted any honey mustard so delicious. So that brings me back to the delight of the night, the carrot cake. The most perfect moist piece of cake ever made. It was just as delicious as it was the first time I tasted it!!! I’ll keep dining here when I’m in the area.

Stephanie Crawford

17 Sep 2025

The food was delicious. Our service was not very attentive had to ask other servers for assistance. Overall would definitely go back.

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