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Are you in the mood for nachos?

If you’re in the mood for some nachos, you might want to check out this accessAtlanta article, which includes a few locations for some choice chips.

We’re not talking about the stuff you get at the movies. Nachos connoisseurs know there’s more to the dish than melted cheese — and orange-stained fingers afterward. Where do you go to get your nachos fix? Who has the best in town?

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By Mrs Russell

April 2, 2008 8:05 AM | Link to this

Jim and Nicks Kitchen Sink Nachos with Pulled pork and barbeque sauce!! Yummy!

By Mrs. Russell

April 2, 2008 8:09 AM | Link to this

Jim and Nick’s in Conyers!

The Kitchen Sink Nachos feature Pulled Pork and BBQ sauce! Yummy!!

By cathy lee

April 2, 2008 8:28 AM | Link to this

My Kitchen!

By Hubep

April 2, 2008 8:29 AM | Link to this

Frescas Mexican Grille on HWY 377 in Keller TX. Their fresh homemade guacamole is also the best I’ve ever had!!

By Two places

April 2, 2008 8:41 AM | Link to this

Tacos El Reyes in Lakeport, Calif. have the absolute best in history. Get them with carnitas. Yeah, I’d drive 3,000 miles for that. Much closer and almost as good are at this little place, dang, can’t remember the name. Anyhow, it’s in the Kroger shopping center in Brentwood, Tenn. Also very yummy.

By Pink Sherbert

April 2, 2008 8:41 AM | Link to this

Roberto’s in San Diego…best ever!

By shirley penn

April 2, 2008 8:51 AM | Link to this

The Very Best….NO Joke!!!! There is a drawback however…. You will have to be able to get around the VERY POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE….No recourse to complain, as they have a two sec ctc. No response…The Name is Fudruckers in McDonough Ga. Near the new J.C. Penney’s…..In addition the food guys dirty jeans.no hair net.not to mention “Surly additude”….

By Josh Zobel

April 2, 2008 8:58 AM | Link to this

Nacho Mountain…..Jocks n Jills

It is not for the faint of heart. I have climbed it many times.

Accessible bathrooms are a must.

By Natch-O

April 2, 2008 9:35 AM | Link to this

The best bar nachos by far are at Trackside Tavern in Decatur. They make their own chili topping - it’s excellent - so are the jerk chicken nachos. Lots of cheese, browned just right around the edges. Yum!

By Rob E. Monk

April 2, 2008 9:35 AM | Link to this

Nacho Fudge at Swingin Richards is a MUST!

Im ALWAYS sore when I leave that place.

By Rob E. Monk

April 2, 2008 9:38 AM | Link to this

Nacho Fudge at Swingin Richards is a MUST!

Im ALWAYS sore when I leave that place.

By Troi

April 2, 2008 9:46 AM | Link to this

Fast food, the Taco Bueno chain in TX. I can’t fathom Taco Hell.

By Ben E. Longmire

April 2, 2008 9:46 AM | Link to this

I like my nachos with ketchup.

So that’s why I get mine at Wendy’s.

By JJ

April 2, 2008 9:55 AM | Link to this

I’m with Kathie Lee - My kitchen serves up the best nachos. They are very well known in my daughter’s circle of friends, and my friends too. Her friends show up on the weekends, begging for my nachos……

By JJ

April 2, 2008 10:14 AM | Link to this

Sorry, that should have been CathyLee…..

By Andre

April 2, 2008 10:16 AM | Link to this

Nacho Mountain at Three Dollar Cafe!!!!

By Dee M.F. Shew

April 2, 2008 10:23 AM | Link to this

Nacho platter—-Crunch Fitness

They are a low fat option for my favorite snack. It includes low fat sour cream, reduced fat cheese, and baked chips.

Perfect for eating after I blast my pecs.

By Dee M.F. Shew

April 2, 2008 10:24 AM | Link to this

Nacho platter—-Crunch Fitness

They are a low fat option for my favorite snack. It includes low fat sour cream, reduced fat cheese, and baked chips.

Perfect for eating after I blast my pecs.

By Stephen C

April 2, 2008 10:28 AM | Link to this

My kitchen is probably the best for healthy nachos.

Otherwise, I like Taco Mac or La Parilla.

By Thrash

April 2, 2008 10:30 AM | Link to this

Eating at a GYM??? Good way to get a virus or bacteria.

By Georgia peach

April 2, 2008 10:39 AM | Link to this

back in the early 80’s Atkins Park Deli had the absolute BEST!!!! Nacho’s THANKS Andy Koose!!!!

By W. Dunaway

April 2, 2008 10:46 AM | Link to this

My favorite Nachos are found in my home town……Juarez Mexico.

Nothing can quench the hunger built up after a long day of laying pine straw, like the “Diablo Nachos” at the “Los Cantina” in Juarez.

By red

April 2, 2008 10:53 AM | Link to this

If you want some super sweet nachos try barbecue chicken nachos at Bugaboo Creek. YUCK!!!

By Run For The Border

April 2, 2008 11:00 AM | Link to this

I agree with Thrash about eating at the gym - but it still sounds safer than eating at Swingin Richards!

By phootflash

April 2, 2008 11:13 AM | Link to this

The MoonShadow had the best Macho Nachos ever.

By Anthony

April 2, 2008 11:30 AM | Link to this

Traditional nachos, Digger’s in Sandy Springs sets the standard. For non-traditional “gourmet” nachos, the tavern chips at The Tavern at Phipps are hard to beat. I also like the Twisted Taco in Roswell for a mix of traditional vs. gourmet.

By ABCDEFG

April 2, 2008 11:33 AM | Link to this

BBQ Chicken Tavern Chips at the Tavern at Phipps. Used to work there and I loved when we had plates made for us in the kitchen or after work.

By Marie

April 2, 2008 11:40 AM | Link to this

El Porto on Buford Highway. Also, their salsa is so great that I buy it by the container to use at home.

By Dumb Question

April 2, 2008 11:53 AM | Link to this

That’s the dumbest question ever.

It’s like, who makes the best Kraft Shells and Cheese Mac. You really can’t fup nachos.

We should be discussing who gives the best customer service.

By Luv em

April 2, 2008 11:54 AM | Link to this

Qdoba’s three cheese queso nacho’s hard to beat. I will make the trek to the E terminal at the airport just to get some. Gwinnett or the location on Ponce are always great.

By Kathy

April 2, 2008 11:55 AM | Link to this

Melton’s App & Tap in Decatur: Chicken & Black Bean Nachos. By far the best nachos I’ve ever had!!!

By Kara

April 2, 2008 12:00 PM | Link to this

Joe’s on Juniper!!! The Best Ever. Everytime I come to town, I have to have them!

By She She

April 2, 2008 12:33 PM | Link to this

Welcome To Moe’s !

By JJ

April 2, 2008 12:45 PM | Link to this

phootflash OMG I remember MoonShadow and Macho Nachos. Boy does that bring back some memories..I LOVED those nachos.

By Larry

April 2, 2008 1:18 PM | Link to this

SheShe Are you joking?

Dumbquestion I agree. Yesterday it was “who makes the best coconut macroon?” Who really cares?

Tomorrow “Who has the best water?”

By Thrash

April 2, 2008 2:02 PM | Link to this

I wouldn’t let my dog eat at Moe’s!

By Chamblee Restaurant

April 2, 2008 2:40 PM | Link to this

Did someone say dog? You have dog? We take dog off your hands! Call Chamblee Restaurant. Call before dinnertime!

By Rave Dome

April 2, 2008 2:42 PM | Link to this

Meehan’s Pub! Has the best nachos in atlanta. They drizzle queso and bbq sauce all over the nachos and hot chicken. And add just the rt amount of serrano peppers (i think) and cilantro. Perfect with a pint of Harp to put out the fire.

I’m seeing a lot of bbq sauce on nacho’s mentioned here. Has this been going on for a while or is this a new thing?

By amaddemocrat

April 2, 2008 2:46 PM | Link to this

On the Border has the best Nachos. Their fajita chicken nachos will have you craving more

By Honshu

April 2, 2008 2:47 PM | Link to this

In Japanese, “na cho” means “profitable exorcism”.

By Pull My Finger

April 2, 2008 2:52 PM | Link to this

Black beans and barbecue sauce is going to make for some nasty gas!

By Edward

April 2, 2008 3:10 PM | Link to this

I have to agree about Joe’s on Juniper. Their “Tanked Chicken Nachos” are superb. Lots of tequila-marinated grilled chicken, beans, salsa, and lots and lots of cheese… scrumptious!

By Becky

April 2, 2008 3:21 PM | Link to this

My nachos that I make at home are the best..IMO..As for going out, Don Pablo’s..

By clear thinking

April 2, 2008 3:26 PM | Link to this

In response to shirley penn I think that she has no idea what she is talking about that Fuddruckers is the best I have ever been too. If you had one bad experience there that is one thing, to write a blog about it is another. You should not give the people in Henry County bad advice on one experience that you had. If you want to complain about hairnets… show me where in the laws are states the employees have to wear hairnets. As for dirty jeans, if the guys are on the grill of course they are going to get dirty lol. But overall the Fuddruckers in McDonough is the most popular place in the area. The managers are great, employees are always willing to help and the atmosphere is wonderful. Every one should check it out.

By clear thinking

April 2, 2008 3:28 PM | Link to this

In response to shirley penn I think that she has no idea what she is talking about that Fuddruckers is the best I have ever been too. If you had one bad experience there that is one thing, to write a blog about it is another. You should not give the people in Henry County bad advice on one experience that you had. If you want to complain about hairnets… show me where in the laws are states the employees have to wear hairnets. As for dirty jeans, if the guys are on the grill of course they are going to get dirty lol. But overall the Fuddruckers in McDonough is the most popular place in the area. The managers are great, employees are always willing to help and the atmosphere is wonderful. Every one should check it out.

By Brandee W.

April 2, 2008 3:28 PM | Link to this

Some of the best nachos have to be at No Mas Mexican Cantina in Castleberry Hill. I don’t know what kind of tortillas they are but they’re not your traditional corn or flour AND the grilled chicken is flame broiled. To die for!! We do them with the refried beans on the side. YUM-O!!!

By Root

April 2, 2008 3:28 PM | Link to this

There is a bistro near Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco that has great nachos. Name of the spot is Fabulous Fred’s. My partner and I like to get ours with extra sour cream.

By Brandee W.

April 2, 2008 3:30 PM | Link to this

Some of the best nachos have to be at No Mas Mexican Cantina in Castleberry Hill. I don’t know what kind of tortillas they are but they’re not your traditional corn or flour AND the grilled chicken is flame broiled. To die for!! We do them with the refried beans on the side. YUM-O!!!

By Big E. Hill

April 2, 2008 3:37 PM | Link to this

I’m not sure as to where the best nachos are, but I’ve been asking around and narcing for the best places to go.

By Big E. Hill

April 2, 2008 3:39 PM | Link to this

I’m not sure as to where the best nachos are, but I’ve been asking around and narcing for the best places to go.

By Cheese Head

April 2, 2008 3:45 PM | Link to this

I’m already plotting out my route on Google Maps! I want to try them all. With all these great recommendations, I guess I’m going to be eating nachos for weeks. Praise the Lord and pass the Beano!

By Justin Towers

April 2, 2008 3:47 PM | Link to this

I would respond to this discussion, but I am still p** that Root broke up with me.

By HenryBoy

April 2, 2008 4:03 PM | Link to this

About McDonough Fuddruckers, and, the rest of the Fuddruckers in Atl. They do have the best nachos and not many people know Fudds for nachos. By law cooks/grill have to wear either a hat or hair-net. If they are not wearing either then let somebody there know. Grill guys always get dirty - have you ever seem a guy digging a ditch and his clothes aren’t dirty???? One plus for Fudds - you can see their grill guys. I wonder what the grill guys at other restaurants look like??

By G

April 2, 2008 4:12 PM | Link to this

The best nachos I ever had was the BBQ Chicken nachos at the Fox Grill in Atlantic Station. Delis

By Josh

April 2, 2008 4:16 PM | Link to this

I agree with the article. Taqueria Los Hermanos not only has the best nachos; it has the best Mexican food I’ve ever had!

By whitey

April 2, 2008 5:14 PM | Link to this

Como se di se in english…taqueria? See that all over the place and can’t figure it out. Mi espanol es poquito.

By Lisa

April 2, 2008 5:53 PM | Link to this

Anyone know where I can get crab nachos? The Lazy Donkey in Carrollton GA used to make the best crab nachos and I have been craving them for months now! The nachos @ Los Hermanos are very good but the crispy light (ha) nachos at El Matador in Tucker are even better.

By The Truth

April 2, 2008 8:38 PM | Link to this

Jocks and Jills makes some surprisingly good nachos

By Purrfect1957

April 2, 2008 8:47 PM | Link to this

My kitchen! I grew up in Texas and what passes for nachos in chain restaurants is a joke…lettuce, diced tomatoes, etc. That’s a nacho salad. Real (Texas) nachos…each tortilla chip is spread with refried beans, a slice of sharp cheddar cheese, and a slice of jalapeno; place the tray of nachos under the broiler until cheese is bubbly and melts; eat ‘em fast before they get cold. My friends would buy all the fixin’s and invite me over to PREPARE the nachos. Put your sour cream, etc., on the side if you like, but don’t put LETTUCE on my nachos.

By Tyrone Duncan

April 2, 2008 9:43 PM | Link to this

Grampa loves his chicken nachos at The Matador in Oakhurst. But, dont get the fresh jalapenos… they made me cry like a baby. But, thats nothing a cold Corona cant cure… yum.

By DT

April 2, 2008 9:50 PM | Link to this

Nachos Beef N Beans at The Friend!!! Yay big beers.

By JALISCOS

April 2, 2008 11:19 PM | Link to this

You people need to go check out Jalisco’s in the Peachtree Battle Shopping Center. By far the best chicken or beef nachos in the city.

By Indocumentado

April 3, 2008 12:25 AM | Link to this

Nachos, yeah! Found in every Mexican and TexMex restaurant, one of the many contribution to the general culture by immigrants from south of the border….keep coming compadres!!

By Homeskillet

April 3, 2008 6:32 AM | Link to this

No question about it, Waffle House.

By El Burro Flojo

April 3, 2008 8:00 AM | Link to this

The Lazy Donkey is no mas, or they quit offering crab nachos? That place used to kick some serious butt, especially back in the day before it was expanded and fancied up.

By lsjoyner

April 3, 2008 8:19 AM | Link to this

Si, the Lazy Donkey is no mas! I miss it and the sangria…

By JPC

April 3, 2008 1:48 PM | Link to this

Charlie Mopps Pub in Sandy Springs has great nachos and generous portions.

By TexanInGeorgia

April 7, 2008 3:29 PM | Link to this

I am a native Texan and have tried lots of nachos. It’s one of those “you can’t mess it up too badly kind of dishes”. But you can get lots of run-of-the-mill, average nachos.

BOTTOM LINE - Casa Grande on Peachtree have the best They make their refried beans from scratch, their mesquite chicken fajitas are always moist and their homemade, roasted jalapeno salsa makes any other look second (or third) rate.

As for something to cool off your tongue - try their signature drink, the Swirl.

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