Atlanta is so much more than just intown Atlanta–there are so many fantastic suburbs and neighborhoods that make up the Greater Metro Area and that all have their unique character and charm. Alpharetta is one of Atlanta Eats’ favorite dining destinations, and the Avalon in particular is a favorite of ours to peruse around for eats that are just as great as their shopping! 

 

Antico Pizza

It’s an Atlanta legend, and it’s only fitting that they’ve expanded in recent years to outposts at the Battery and in Alpharetta as well. A favorite among locals, Antico has also been frequented by celebrities from Drew Barrymore to Owen Wilson to Ryan Reynolds to Selena Gomez to Jon Hamm. 

 

Barleygarden Kitchen

Chef Craig’s passion in life is beer, and they’ve got dozens on tap. But sheesh, the food here is also no joke. Their Butcher’s Bun sandwich with shaved ribeye, fried onions, and gruyere cheese is everything you could want in a sandwich, and their gruyere and mushroom burger is a favorite. We also love the open air deck/patio vibes here! 

 

 

The Cape Restaurant & Beach Bar

This breezy, bungalow style restaurant is perfect for special occasions. The crab dip with gruyere cheese, peppadew relish, and house chips has had restaurant-goers in a chokehold. Be sure to enjoy a house cocktail on their beautifully decorated rooftop and watch the sunset!

Colletta

No need to fly to Italy, when you can drive to Colletta! This restaurant offers Italian classics for dinner, as well as putting an Italian twist on brunch dishes.

Branch & Barrel

Everything Branch & Barrel does is a total hit. Their crispy salt and vinegar brussel sprouts is a total winner and the ancho grilled grouper sandwich is a crowd-pleaser every time. They also have outdoor seating for al fresco dining when the weather is nice! 

Cafe Intermezzo 

If you want to take a trip to Paris without taking a trip to Paris, then Cafe Intermezzo is just the ticket.  Sip on a rich cup of coffee at one of their bistro style tables and bask in the ambiance and moody lighting throughout. Dig into their French bistro style eats or tuck into their cakes, tarts, and espresso-based drinks. 

Oak Steakhouse

Make no Mi-“steak” about the food in this steakhouse! Diners can’t get enough of the Ribeyes. Steak not your thing? This restaurant offers other dishes like the balsamic glazed pork belly, Chilean salmon, pan seared scallops, and pappardelle bolognese.

CRÚ Food and Wine Bar

This wine bar not only has a location in the Battery but the Avalon as well! Share a goat cheese beignet for brunch or build your own cheese flight with rustic bread, fruits, honey comb, and fig jam during dinner.

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams

The heavenly smell of the waffle cones is ridiculously tempting every time you walk past a Jeni’s. The lines are always long, but move pretty speedily so don’t be deterred. There are many flavors to choose from and make each visit worth it!

Marlow’s Tavern

There’s not a lot of better feelings than sliding into the booth at a cozy place like Marlow’s and ordering up some rich tavern food. The prime rib French dip is fantastic every time or dig into their fish tacos and burgers. It’s a casual sort of place that just feels like your neighborhood go-to.

Rumi’s Kitchen

Persian food at its best! Rumi’s Kitchen has been delighting ATL for years with their juicy kabobs and flavorful saffron infused dips and spreads. For those who haven’t had the pleasure of trying Persian food before, let us give you the lowdown. For meat lovers, you’ll delight in their kabobs. For rich, savory, melt-in-your-mouth flavor, try their Kashk Badenjoon and Mirza Ghasemi. And for a bit of Persian/French fusion, try the Darjeeling Creme Brulee! 

South City Kitchen Avalon

There’s a lot of great places for Southern food around Metro Atlanta, but South City Kitchen has been doing it since the 90s and they’ve been killing it ever since. It’s Southern classics with an upscale and sophisticated twist. The fried chicken is always perfect, and the biscuits melt in your mouth. We especially love them for brunch! 

Superica 

Finally, we have a fantastic true Tex-Mex place in Greater Metro Atlanta. Superica, from Chef Ford Fry, pulls in the flavors and spices from Fry’s hometown of Houston. The chorizo queso fundido is phenomenal every time and the green verde chicken enchiladas truly authentic. But perhaps unlike what you think of when you think “Tex-Mex,” the atmosphere is a little more elevated and upscale yet still totally approachable. There’s also plentiful outdoor seating for you to enjoy this spring!

Ted’s Montana Grill 

Bison is the move! If you’ve never had this delectable meat, let us tell you it’s phenomenal and it’s highly likely that it’s Ted’s that does it best in Metro Atlanta. Started by Atlanta legend Ted Turner after he got into bison ranching, Ted’s Montana Grill features bison and other classic American food. The 50/50 beef/bison blend is where it’s at, for a little bit of the lean meat from the bison and a little bit of fat from the beef. It’s excellent fresh and comforting food at an affordable price!