Hen Mother Cookhouse is a celebrated breakfast and brunch destination in the Atlanta suburbs, earning recognition in the Michelin Guide for its carefully crafted Southern-inspired dishes. Chef-owner Soraya Khoury's kitchen turns out everything from sourdough yeasted waffles topped with Springer Mountain fried chicken to house-baked cinnamon buns laced with saigon cinnamon and cream cheese glaze.
Signature items
Springer Mountain fried chicken thigh on a sourdough yeasted waffle
Hen Mother Cookhouse offers separate weekday and weekend menus. Some items are priced differently or are exclusive to weekends.
| Item | Weekday Price | Weekend Price |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Egg Sandwich | $8.50 | $12 |
| Baked Brioche French Toast | $11 | $13 |
| Fluffy Brown Butter Pancakes | $10 | $13 |
| Chicken & Waffles | — | $16 |
| Cookhouse Fried Chicken & Biscuit | — | Weekend only |
Like-for-like comparison of breakfast and brunch staples across popular Georgia-area competitors.
| Category | Hen Mother Cookhouse | Another Broken Egg | Maple Street Biscuit Co. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pancakes | $13 | ~$12 | N/A |
| French Toast | $13 | ~$13 | N/A |
| Chicken & Waffles / Biscuit | $16 | ~$16 | ~$10 |
| Avocado Toast | $10.50 | ~$11 | N/A |
| Specialty Omelette | $13.25 | ~$14 | N/A |
| Mimosa | $11 | ~$9 | N/A |
Hen Mother Cookhouse opened in Johns Creek, Georgia under the leadership of chef-owner Soraya Khoury, who built the restaurant around a commitment to quality ingredients and scratch-made cooking. Earning recognition in the Michelin Guide, Hen Mother quickly became a destination for breakfast and brunch lovers across the Atlanta metro area, celebrated for dishes like its sourdough yeasted waffle topped with Springer Mountain Farms fried chicken and pure Vermont maple syrup.
The menu reflects a careful balance of Southern comfort and modern culinary technique. Khoury sources locally where possible — partnering with Peach Coffee Roasters for all coffee service and using Springer Mountain Farms chicken — and changes the menu seasonally to highlight the best available produce. The result is a menu that feels both familiar and elevated, equally welcoming to families looking for weekend pancakes and food enthusiasts chasing a memorable meal.
A second location in Alpharetta's downtown at 50 S Main Street extended the restaurant's reach across North Fulton County. Both locations are open for breakfast and brunch only — Tuesday through Friday in the morning hours, with extended weekend service on Saturdays and Sundays — keeping the kitchen's focus sharp and the experience consistently high-quality.
Check current hours, browse the seasonal menu, and find your nearest location on the official website.
Visit Hen Mother CookhouseHen Mother Cookhouse has two locations in the Atlanta metro area: 11705 Jones Bridge Rd, Suite B201 in Johns Creek, GA 30005, and 50 S Main St in downtown Alpharetta, GA 30009. You can reach the Johns Creek location at (770) 417-8404 and the Alpharetta location at (404) 301-5999.
Both locations serve breakfast and brunch only. The restaurant is open Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm, and on Saturdays and Sundays from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. Hen Mother Cookhouse is closed on Mondays.
Yes. Hen Mother Cookhouse has been recognized in the Michelin Guide, which highlights the restaurant's quality ingredients, skilled cooking, and consistent execution of its breakfast and brunch menu. It is one of the few breakfast-only restaurants in the Atlanta area to receive this recognition.
The Chicken & Waffles is consistently cited as a crowd favorite. It features a Springer Mountain Farms fried chicken thigh served on a sourdough overnight-batter yeasted waffle with soft butter and pure Vermont maple syrup, priced at $16. The Baked Brioche French Toast and Cinnamon Bun are also frequently praised by diners.
Yes. The restaurant offers a brunch cocktail menu that includes Mimosas ($11 per glass, $26 carafe), Seasonal Bellinis ($12/$28 carafe), Sake Bloody Marys ($12), and White Sangria ($12/$48 pitcher). Wine by the glass is also available, with options including Breca Rosé, Bodegas Filon Cabernet, and Cuvee Bordeaux.
Yes. The menu includes several vegetarian-friendly dishes, including the Fluffy Brown Butter Buttermilk Pancakes, Baked Brioche French Toast, Fluffy Egg White Veggie Omelet, Avocado Toast, Market Hash & Two Eggs, Chia Pudding Bowl, and all of the house-baked pastries. Shakshuka is also available for vegetarians.
Hen Mother Cookhouse is popular with families and small groups, particularly on weekends. However, it is a smaller dining room and the wait times can be significant on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Calling ahead or arriving early is recommended for groups. Check their official website for any reservation options.
The restaurant partners with Peach Coffee Roasters, a local Georgia coffee company, for all coffee service. Drip coffee (regular or decaf) is $3.10 for a regular cup and $3.60 for a large. Iced coffee is available for $4.10. The restaurant also serves loose leaf hot tea ($3.25), hot chocolate ($3), and Health-Ade Kombucha ($6).
Hen Mother Cookhouse is mid-range for a breakfast and brunch spot. Pastries start at $5–$7.50, toast and lighter items run $10–$13, and full savory mains like the Chicken & Waffles, Market Hash, and Gravlax Plate are priced at $13–$16. Cocktails run $11–$14 per glass. Expect to spend around $20–$30 per person with a drink.