Alden in old English means “old friend” – and it also happens to be chef Jared Hucks’ middle name. So it only made sense that The Alden restaurant celebrating the “convivial feeling of being amongst old friends” would take on the eponym.
Desta is often called Atlanta’s best Ethiopian restaurant – and for good reason. They focus on familiar items on their menu, but with the flavors and preparation of Ethiopia. Everything is served with freshly made Injera flatbread, which can take a long time to make since it’s fermented before baking.
When it comes to Atlanta restaurants, there’s a place everyone recognizes for its white glove service, experienced team, extensive wine list, and the most elevated dishes in the South. Atlas at the St. Regis in Buckhead was recently recognized with a Michelin star and for good reason. Chef Freddy Money uses his experience from fine dining restaurants around the world, and uses that to elevate every part of the Atlas experience. You can travel throughout the world, but you may not find a more impressive dish than what you’ll find at Atlas.
At Hugo’s Oyster Bar in Roswell, the atmosphere is always casual. But that doesn’t mean they take it easy in the kitchen. Hugo’s food is five star, using the freshest ingredients from the gulf and the best recipes from New Orleans.
It’s fitting that a brewer focused on the flavors of the world would be near the World’s Busiest Airport. That’s what you’ll find at Arches Brewing in Hapeville. They’ve been creating old world lagers since 2016 using their science based backgrounds to tinker with water, grain, hops and yeast.
Mexico is a big country, with more than the typical flavors you’re used to seeing. In Oaxaca, they have their own brand of Mexican cuisine, and Casi Cielo in Sandy Springs brings all of those flavors to Atlanta.
Walking into Cabernet is walking into classic steakhouses of the past.
Wallet feeling light these days? We feel ya. Here are some budget-friendly restaurants in Atlanta that don’t sacrifice on taste.
When Hank Johnson was looking to name his restaurant, he wanted to stand out from the common Tom, Dick and Harry places everyone was used to. So what else to name it but Tom, Dick and Hank! Johnson focuses on the backyard BBQ favorites like brisket, ribs, smoked chicken and pulled pork – plus fresh veggies like squash and zucchini.
Gullah Geechee culture is entwined with the South, and Atlanta in particular, and at Virgil’s Gullah Geechee kitchen, they celebrate that culture to a T. A celebration of love – and the oldest black culture in America – Virgil’s makes those Gulla Geechee low country favorites, along with soul food and rice based dishes that folks in the South love.
Desta is often called Atlanta’s best Ethiopian restaurant – and for good reason. They focus on familiar items on their menu, but with the flavors and preparation of Ethiopia. Everything is served with freshly made Injera flatbread, which can take a long time to make since it’s fermented before baking.
The story of Breakfast at Barney’s all starts in a name. Owner Barney Lee Berry, Jr. never really loved his name, until he realized that it made him stand out from the crowd. Well, that and his food of course. With a background from Glenville, GA Barney knows southern comfort food and brings it for the many customers lining outside the door of his downtown ATL restaurant.
Summer in Atlanta means leisurely walks on the Beltline and more importantly, amazing food and drinks on the Beltline! Here’s our insider’s guide to the best that the Beltline has to offer, broken down by Eastside and Westside trail spots.
Atlanta is growing at a crazy fast pace, and with it, its restaurant scene! But sometimes you visit a brand new buzzy spot and realize quite quickly it’s all style and no substance. Rest assured, with this list, we can guarantee you’re not going to run into that issue. These are some spots where the hype is worth it! Read on for some of our faves with fabulous food, attentive service, and lovely interiors.
One of life’s simplest pleasures is the breakfast burrito. The only thing better than breakfast food is Mexican food, so what happens when you combine the two? Heaven, that’s what. Here are some of the very best breakfast burritos that Atlanta has to offer.
Hot dogs don’t have to be your guilty pleasure, it’s okay to embrace how delicious they are! Hot dogs are great ballpark snacks but baseball isn’t always in season, so for those off season hot dog cravings, we’re here to help. Check out these 7 hot dog spots around ATL that are sure to fix your craving. Add as many toppings as your heart desires and enjoy!
Wallet feeling light these days? We feel ya. Here are some budget-friendly restaurants in Atlanta that don’t sacrifice on taste.
We love a great, cheap eat just as much as anyone but there are also Atlanta restaurants that are absolutely worth the splurge. You might have to open up your wallet a little wider for these meals, but these Atlanta restaurants are totally worth it for your next special occasion or if you’re just feeling fancy!
There’s nothing quite as stressful as trying to find a space to host a big group dinner. It’s a delicate dance coordinating different schedules, contrasting budgets, picky palettes, and most importantly, finding a restaurant that will accommodate ALL of your guests! We’re here to take away all your group dining woes with our guide featuring private event spaces, private dining rooms, and smaller groups. Check it out!
The Atlanta dining scene has never been hotter! See what’s new all around town in our latest round-up of ATL’s newest dining and drinking destinations.
We may be biased, but we think Atlanta is the perfect weekend travel destination, especially for food lovers! Here’s how you can spend a foodie-centric 48 hours in ATL!
West Midtown’s Bold Monk Brewing Co. is inspired by its namesake – with a facility that feels tranquil including an art gallery space, cask room and abbey/bookstore, you can find inner peace while sipping on Belgian style beers. But the flavors are bold as hell.
During the early 20th century American prohibition, a newspaper in Boston asked what to name individuals who weren’t breaking the law by brewing or distilling, but were breaking it by enjoying the drinks. The term “scofflaw” was created to identify these individuals scoffing at the law. Atlanta’s Scofflaw brewing pays tribute to this history with each of their delicious beers and canned cocktails.
There are three f words you can use to describe Karvelas Pizza Co. – Fun, Family and Freaking good pizza. A family owned pizzeria that has a neighborhood hangout atmosphere in all of their locations (Hogansville, LaGrange, Newnan and West Point), they’re the best place to have fun OTP in every direction. They’re also no slouches in the kitchen.
Steve Hartsock created Socks’ Love BBQ after discovering a passion he had for cooking, which led to him leaving a career in construction for one in catering, and eventually to his brick and mortar Socks’ Love BBQ location.
The story of Sweet Auburn BBQ is a quintessential American immigrant story, and at the center of it is Betty Hsu. Betty, her husband and children created the first Chinese restaurant in Henry County. The family would often spend more time in the restaurant than at home, but it’s where they learned Southern Hospitality, and where Betty’s children honed their skills.
One Flew South is a globally recognized restaurant, thanks to having the only Michelin starred restaurant in an airport, at Hartsfield Jackson. Influenced by the global travelers who visit the airport and using local ingredients, One Flew South features menu items from around the world, curated by world class chefs. Now, they’ve added a second location right off the Atlanta beltline, where chef Todd Richards can have more freedom to flex his muscles around the menu – including smoked and grilled proteins from their patio.
Sweet Hut Bakery and Cafe is an Asian focused bakery with incredible sweet and savory options for every palate. Owned by the same restauranteurs behind Atlanta’s Food Terminal, Sweet Hut makes their Malaysian, Southeast Asian and Japanese inspired menu accessible for folks who have never tried an Asian pastry before.
Sometimes, half of the fun of eating out is in the experience and presentation, and these restaurants in and around Atlanta absolutely deliver on both of those fronts. You will absolutely remember your visit to these unusual dining spots for time to come, and leave with a super fun pic to flex on the gram!
For fabulous food and even more fabulous views, seek a fantastic meal and head to higher ground at these Atlanta rooftops.
I LOVE BURGERS, I crave them, I think of them constantly, they make me happy. So it is now time to put my own burger list out in the universe……I give you Steak Tips: the Top Burgers That Matter Most in my Life Right Now. These are the spots that immediately jump in my head when I know it is time to get my burger on! Listed below in alphabetical order.
There’s nothing like an unexpected find, a hidden gem, a delicious secret that you simultaneously want to shout about from a rooftop and keep completely to yourself. Here are 12 around the metro Atlanta area to add to your list!
Call us biased, but we think ATL is one of the most romantic (and delicious) cities in the U.S.A.! And we can prove it with these restaurants that truly deliver both gourmet cuisine and romance. Here are our top picks for the top 29 romantic restaurants and places in Atlanta, perfect for you and your boo’s next night out on the town.
No matter where you live in Atlanta, there’s a fabulous biscuit, stack of pancakes, and pitcher of mimosas near you. Here are some of our current favorite brunch spots, sorted alphabetically and by neighborhood!
Whether you’re more into a low-key get-together or just want to booze it up, we’ve got you covered for any and every type of birthday celebration you’d like to have in Atlanta.
Athens, Georgia is the greatest college town on the planet. The Classic City has everything, but what separates Athens from so many other college towns is its unbelievable food scene. Here are just a few of the finest restaurants in Athens near the UGA campus.
One of the things that makes Atlanta a Great American City is our Black history and culture. And dining at locally-owned, minority-owned businesses is a great (and delicious) way to support Atlanta’s fabric. Here are some of the best Black-owned restaurants in Atlanta!
