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American · Classic Drive-In · Atlanta, GA

The Varsity Atlanta Menu: Full List, Chili Dogs, Rings & F.O.

Full The Varsity Atlanta menu — every category, from the legendary chili dogs and onion rings to the F.O. (frosted orange), pies and breakfast. The Varsity has been an Atlanta institution since 1928 and remains the world's largest drive-in restaurant. Below: the full menu, signature items, what to order on your first visit, and frequently asked questions.

Open since 1928World's largest drive-inAtlanta institutionNear Georgia TechIconic F.O. drink
Sample · $

Signature items

Chili DogSignature
Onion RingsMust-order
F.O. DrinkClassic
Orange Cream PieDessert
Chili FriesFan fav
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First visit

What to order at The Varsity Atlanta

Every Varsity regular gives the same advice: chili dog, onion rings, F.O. That is the canonical first-visit order. Here is the case for each, plus the runner-up picks.

Must-order
Chili Dog + Onion Rings + F.O.

The classic Varsity trinity — chili dog, onion rings and a frosted orange drink. Order all three on your first visit.

Most iconic item
F.O. (Frosted Orange)

The frozen orange slushie served since 1928 — the single most iconic Varsity item; almost universally recommended.

Best dessert
Orange Cream Pie

The signature pastry — creamy orange custard in a pastry shell. A direct complement to the F.O.

Longest serving
Open since 1928

Nearly 100 years in continuous operation at the same North Avenue NW location near Georgia Tech.

Signature items

The items that define The Varsity

Six items that every visitor should know about — the ones that have kept Atlanta coming back for nearly 100 years.

Since 1928 · Must-order

Chili Dog

The Varsity's most iconic food item. An all-beef hot dog on a steamed bun, topped with the house chili sauce — a recipe that has not changed since Frank Gordy opened the doors in 1928. Order two.

Since 1928 · Most iconic

F.O. — Frosted Orange

The frozen orange slushie-style drink is the definitive Varsity beverage. Every first-timer is told to get one. Bright, citrusy, and exactly the kind of drink a drive-in should be famous for.

Legendary · Fan favorite

Onion Rings

Thick-cut, heavily battered, and aggressively salted. The Varsity's onion rings are among the most celebrated in Atlanta — crispy outside, soft inside, and deeply savory.

Signature dessert

Orange Cream Pie

A creamy orange custard set in a pastry shell — The Varsity's answer to the question of what to have for dessert when you already had the F.O. for a drink.

Classic build

Chili Cheeseburger

A griddled beef patty with American cheese and The Varsity's house chili sauce — everything the counter has been good at since the 1930s, stacked in one sandwich.

Georgia classic

Peach Pie

Georgia's state fruit in pastry form. The Varsity's peach pie is a seasonal standout and one of the most Georgia-specific things on the menu.

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All menu categories at The Varsity — dogs, burgers, onion rings, breakfast, desserts and drinks.

The full menu

Every item on The Varsity Atlanta menu

All categories below. The Varsity's menu has remained remarkably stable since the 1930s — the items listed here reflect the long-standing standard menu.

About prices. The Varsity does not publish a verified price list online. Prices are omitted from this page rather than estimated or invented. For current pricing, visit the restaurant at 61 North Avenue NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, or call ahead. A full meal (chili dog, onion rings and an F.O.) typically runs in the $8–$14 range based on visitor reports, but Menupedia does not publish prices we cannot verify from an authoritative source.
About The Varsity

Nearly 100 years of "What'll ya have?"

Frank Gordy opened The Varsity on North Avenue NW in Atlanta in 1928 — across the street from Georgia Tech, with a business model built on speed, volume and low prices. He is credited with pioneering the drive-in format in the American South and with running what became the world's largest drive-in restaurant by capacity.

The "What'll ya have?" greeting is the phrase every counter employee calls out to customers as they approach. It has been the operating principle of the restaurant for nearly 100 years: know your order before you get to the counter, because the next customer is right behind you.

The chili dog recipe, the F.O. drink, and the onion rings have remained essentially unchanged since the 1930s. The original North Avenue location seats more than 800 people and on Georgia Tech football game days can serve upward of 30,000 customers.

1928Founded
800+Seats
~100Years open
#1World's largest drive-in
Visiting tips

How to get the most out of a Varsity visit

Know before you go

Have your order ready

The counter staff call out "What'll ya have?" the moment you step up. The Varsity runs on throughput — know your order before you reach the counter. First-timers: chili dog, onion rings, F.O.

Parking

It is a drive-in — use the lot

The original North Avenue location has a large parking lot with carhop service. You can also go inside. Either works; the carhop experience is the historic one.

Game days

Expect crowds on Georgia Tech game days

On home football Saturdays, The Varsity fills to capacity and wait times increase significantly. Plan accordingly or visit mid-week for the shortest lines.

Lingo

Learn the Varsity vocabulary

"Naked dog" = plain hot dog. "String" = hot dog with mustard only. "Heavy weight" = hot dog loaded with everything. "Walk a dog" = hot dog to go. The counter staff know — just describe what you want and they will translate.

Dessert

Save room for pie

The orange cream pie is the signature dessert and pairs naturally with the F.O. drink. The peach pie is the best seasonal option and a strong Georgia statement.

Hours

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner

The Varsity opens early for breakfast and stays open late most evenings. Check thevarsity.com for current hours — they can vary by day and season.

Location

Where to find The Varsity

The original and flagship location is at 61 North Avenue NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 — directly across from the Georgia Tech campus. Additional Varsity locations exist in the Atlanta metro area, including in Buckhead and at other suburban sites.

Use thevarsity.com for current location details, hours and directions.

  • Original location: 61 North Avenue NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  • Nearest campus: Georgia Tech (across the street)
  • Parking: Large lot with carhop service
  • Seating: 800+ inside across multiple dining rooms
  • Breakfast: Yes — opens early most days
Common questions

The Varsity Atlanta — frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the questions people most commonly ask about The Varsity's menu, history, location and what to order.

What is The Varsity Atlanta?

The Varsity is a fast-food institution on North Avenue NW in Atlanta, Georgia, just across the street from Georgia Tech. Founded in 1928 by Frank Gordy, it has operated continuously and is recognized as the world's largest drive-in restaurant — seating over 800 inside and handling thousands of customers on a typical day. It is both a working restaurant and a genuine Atlanta landmark.

What is the F.O. at The Varsity?

F.O. stands for Frosted Orange — a frozen, slushie-style orange drink that has been on the menu since the restaurant opened in 1928. It is The Varsity's most iconic beverage and is almost universally recommended to first-time visitors alongside a chili dog and onion rings. There is also a Frosted Lemon variant and a Frosted Mall (malted chocolate) for variety.

What is the must-order at The Varsity?

Most regulars and food writers agree on the same core order: a chili dog (or two), an order of onion rings, and an F.O. (frosted orange drink). The chili sauce recipe has been the same since 1928. The onion rings are thick-cut, battered and heavily salted. The F.O. is the unofficial signature beverage of Atlanta's oldest fast-food spot. The orange cream pie is worth adding if you have room.

What does 'What'll ya have?' mean at The Varsity?

'What'll ya have?' is the greeting counter staff and carhops have called out to customers since the restaurant opened in 1928. It is part of the Varsity's culture and its most recognizable phrase — visitors are expected to know their order before reaching the counter, keeping the legendary throughput moving. The phrase has become synonymous with Atlanta fast-food culture and has been referenced in media coverage of the restaurant for nearly a century.

How old is The Varsity Atlanta?

The Varsity was founded by Frank Gordy in 1928, making it one of the oldest continuously operating fast-food restaurants in the United States. As of 2026 it has been in operation for nearly 100 years. The original North Avenue location near Georgia Tech is the flagship; additional Varsity locations exist in the Atlanta metro area.

Is The Varsity near Georgia Tech?

Yes. The original Varsity is located at 61 North Avenue NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, directly across the street from the Georgia Tech campus. It has served Georgia Tech students, faculty and fans for nearly 100 years and is a central part of the university's surrounding culture. Game-day crowds at The Varsity during Georgia Tech football season are legendary.

Does The Varsity serve breakfast?

Yes. The Varsity serves a limited breakfast menu including scrambled eggs, sausage biscuits, bacon-egg-and-cheese sandwiches and hash browns. Breakfast is served in the morning hours; the full lunch and dinner menu is available the rest of the day. Confirm current breakfast hours with the restaurant directly or via thevarsity.com.

Are The Varsity's prices listed online?

The Varsity does not maintain a publicly accessible, up-to-date price list on its website. Prices are best confirmed by visiting the restaurant or calling ahead. As a general guide, The Varsity's pricing is in line with classic American fast-food — individual items like hot dogs, burgers and rings are modestly priced; a full meal with a drink and onion rings typically runs in the $8–$14 range depending on what you order. Menupedia does not publish prices we cannot verify.

How many people does The Varsity seat?

The original North Avenue location seats more than 800 people across its multiple dining rooms, making it one of the largest-capacity quick-service restaurants in the country. On busy days — especially Georgia Tech home game days — the restaurant can serve well over 30,000 customers and consume more than two miles of hot dogs. The dining rooms are named for the TV screens that have been installed there since the 1940s.

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