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Atlanta’s Virginia-Highland area has a new restaurant for tapas, tacos and Tequila: Bar.bacoa. This new Atlanta restaurant features Caribbean and Latin American-inspired cuisine.
The masterminds behind Bar.bacoa are James Rangel and Scott Switzer (Taco Cowboy). With Bar.cacoa, the duo are focused on tropical dishes with fresh ingredients, which is sorely needed in Midtown Atlanta.
What’s on the menu at Bar.bacoa in Atlanta?
One of the cool things about Bar.bacoa is that they have alcoholic drinks named after popular movies. The Italian Job (NB Gin Negroni with Campari and Sweet Vermouth) and The Dude (Cutwater Horchata Vodka White Russian with Belle Isle Coffee and Ice Cream.) “Tropic Thunder” is another one:)
Where is Bar.bacoa located?
Bar.bacoa is located at 1000 Virginia Ave. NE Atlanta, Ga. 30306. Here is a map to help you find it.
This Atlanta restaurant is heavy on the Spanish influence when it comes to decor: Artwork, loud and bold colors, yet subdued in their tones.
When it comes to restaurants, Atlanta is quickly gaining ground on some of the dining capitals around the United States.
The culinary excellence of Southern food is only part of the reason why Atlanta restaurants are having a moment. New entries into the restaurant entry, including steakhouses, seafood and fast-casual, represent a growing segment of the new Atlanta restaurants.
Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.
Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in Atlanta
Patrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
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Mangos Caribbean, the Auburn Avenue restaurant that has made a name for itself with such culture-rich dishes as oxtails, plantain and curry chicken, has opened a second location in Atlanta’s West End.
The new Mangos Caribbean is located at 806 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd, in the space formerly occupied by Kravn Wings.
Mangos Caribbean Opens On Ralph David Abernathy in West End
The Mangos Carribbean on Auburn Avenue has become a beloved spot to Georgia State University students as well as the area’s businesspeople during lunch time. It’s not out of the question to see a celebrity there every now and then as well.
The West End location will serve one of the city’s surging African-American communities and be yet another southside Atlanta dining option to residents that often have to travel too far to get good food.
Where is Mangos Caribbean located?
Mangos Caribbean restaurant is located at 806 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30319. Here is a map to help you find it.
When it comes to restaurants, Atlanta is quickly gaining ground on some of the dining capitals around the United States.
Fast-casual is the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.
Mangos Caribbean restaurant opens in Atlanta's West End https://t.co/aKfDsFFsMJ pic.twitter.com/OCtLCPfffi
— ATLHAPS (@atlhaps) March 7, 2019
Read more: 20+ essential soul food spots in Atlanta
Patrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
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The Sixth Annual ATL Airport District Restaurant Week takes place from Saturday, March 9, to Sunday, March 17, 2019.
If Airport District encompasses restaurants and food trucks within the vicinity surrounding Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. That wold include the cities College Park, East Point, Hapeville and Union City.
ATL Airport District Restaurant Week: What you need to know
All week, the ATL Airport District Restaurant Week will showcase the best Atlanta restaurants in the area. And customers can reap from prix fixe menu prices of $9, $19 or $29 or signature dishes for 20 percent off.
This culinary experience will have delicious cuisine from some of your favorite restaurants, including those who haven’t heard of before.
2000 Convention Center Concourse
Atlanta, GA 30337
(404) 334-7500
atldistrict.comWhat are the hours of ATL Airport District Restaurant Week?
Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
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A Spring Affair of Film, Fun and Networking is happening in Atlanta on Sun, April 7, 2019 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT.
A Spring Affair is presented by Black Urban Filmmakers Network. Featured Filmmakers Hakim Chenault and Felicia Rivers, with award presentation by Evolving Arts of America.
A Spring Affair of Film, Fun and Networking in Atlanta
The event will take place at Gill Gallery 2925 Headland Drive at Greenbriar Atlanta, GA 30311. See more about this event.
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Saito Sushi, Steak and Cocktails is a new Atlanta restaurant set to open in late 2019 in The Department Building in downtown.
Saito will be located in the newly renovated 2,200-square-foot development at at 207 Peachtree St. NW. The Department Building used to be Regenstein’s Department Store.
Saito Sushi, Steak and Cocktails opening in Atlanta
The restaurant is being opened by acclaimed restaurateur Stephen de Haan, who is partnering with the Saito brand, which is well known in Asia.
The Saito namesake comes from Japan, where Master Chef Saito built a sushi empire after starting out in Fukushima. Today, Saito has more than 30 restaurants across the world.
“It is this Pacific regional influence that truly inspires Saito, utilizing fresh tropical fruits, balancing delicately with the freshest fish flown in daily to create inspired dishes including rolls and sashimi,” a press release says.
“De Haan is developing an equally inspired beverage program, utilizing techniques from the Red Phone Booth and traditional Japanese ingredients such as shiso and yuzu. Rare Japanese whiskey will be showcased at Saito, served over double reverse osmosis ice pressed into a sphere from a Taisin ice mold.”
The new Atlanta restaurant is part of a plan by Marx Realty to turn the structure into a 48,000-square-foot mixed-up development with office and retail space with top-notch dining.
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This is one of those weekends in Atlanta that they warn you about: Good food, live music, sports and parties are everywhere. There are so many things to do in Atlanta this weekend, it’s hard to keep up, but let’s try, shall we?
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend include parties, conventions, Wine & Rhymes at Apache Cafe, a film festival, a winter anime fest and much, much more.
Things to do in Atlanta this week
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ – Saturday, March 2
The Atlanta Beer, BBQ & Bourbon Festival takes place Saturday, March 2, 2019 from 12 to 6 p.m. at 20th St. NW Atlanta 30363 just behind Atlantic Station. Get tickets.
Oyster Crawfish Festival 2019
Oyster Crawfish Festival is going down this weekend at Park Tavern from Saturday 2-11:30 pm. Cost is $35+. Do it Nola style with delicious eats, drinks, live music from Ruby Velle and the Soulphonics and Blair Crimmins and more. Deets here.
The Lambda Delta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi, Fraternity Incorporated presents the 3rd Annual Scholarship Pageant for Miss Kappa Alpha Psi.
Parents Night Out – March 2
Every 1st and 3rd Saturday, Parents have a Night Out on the town while Kids have a Night In at the Art Center. Kids will enjoy various fine art activities from karoake singing contests to art projects. Great time for team building for all. Parents choose from 3 to 5 hour stay for the kids based on their individual needs for the evening.
Things to do in Atlanta on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019
Rick & Morty Trivia Night
Rick and Morty Trivia Night is Wednesday, Feb. 27 at Guac y Margys, 661 Auburn Avenue Northeast Suite 120 Atlanta, GA 30312! It’s one of our most often requested trivia nights so why not do it sooner than later?
Because our trivia nights have become a big night at GyM, we will be selling tickets moving forward to ensure everyone who comes gets a seat!
Other Things to do in Atlanta Wednesday, Feb. 27
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Hawks vs. Timberwolves7:30 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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Bas7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. / Masquerade
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FakeBook & Frenemies: Social Media and Texting, and Their Impact Upon How We Build Friendships7:00 PM – 10:00 PM / Georgia State University Student Center
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Opening: The Pitmen PaintersThe Balzer Theater at Herren’s
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YG-Stay Dangerous Tour8:00 p.m. / Tabernacle
Things to do in Atlanta on Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019
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Bellina Alimentari’s Pizza Party6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. / Ponce City Market
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Closing: Black History Month at The Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of FameCollege Football Hall Of Fame
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Closing: Black History Month ProgramsThe Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend
Things to do in Atlanta Friday, March 1, 2019
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Irshad Manji – “Don’t Label Me”7:00 p.m. / Jimmy Carter Library and Museum
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Read Across America11:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. / The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Universoul Circus
If swagsurfing with the funkiest ringmaster there is suits your evening, you’re going to love what “the coolest show on Earth. Universoul Circus is now performing in Atlanta with new tricks up its sleeve. See weekend dates.
Things to do in Atlanta on Saturday, March 2, 2019
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2019 Monster Energy Supercross6:30 p.m. / Mercedes-Benz Stadium
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2019 Road to Gold 8.2 Miles7:00 a.m. / Centennial Olympic Park
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Daffodil Day10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. / Oakland Cemetery
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Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Celebration11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
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Off the Edge7:00 p.m. / The Rialto Center for the Arts
‘For The First Time’ plays in Alpharetta
A husband and wife begin to fall out of love in For the First Time, “an intensely dramatic, humorous and spellbinding piece” at Atlanta Workshop Players in Alpharetta.
The Havana Cuba All-Stars
The Havana Cuba All-Stars deliver a contemporary take on traditional Cuban music “backed by three of Cuba’s finest dancing couples” at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center.
Do it Fat Tuesday style on the rooftop of Ponce City Market
Celebrate Mardi Gras on the roof of Ponce City Market. Enjoy live brass band, crawfish, seafood and more. Check it out.
There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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City Tap Kitchen & Craft, one of the new Atlanta restaurants AtlantaFi.com told you about, opened on Super Bowl Sunday and is now serving.
The much-anticipated gastropub at Midtown at 848 Peachtreet St NE is located in the former space of Gordon Biersch, which closed in 2017.
Now serving: City Tap brewery in Midtown Atlanta
City Tap is a national brand that sprang up in Philadelphia in 2010. Today City Tap has breweries in Philadelphia’s University City and Logan Square, Washington, D.C.’s Penn Quarter and Dupont developments, Boston’s Fort Point and Nashville’s Sobro location.
“To properly represent the evolution of craft beer, we use our taps to show just how diverse craft beer can be, highlighting strong local brews, celebrating the success of long-standing regional partners, and enjoying centuries-old European traditions as well,” it says on City Tap’s website.
What’s on the menu at City Tap?
City Tap’s dinner menu has such delights as Wood-Fired Pizzas; Rabbit Pot Pie, made with braised rabbit, bacon, and vegetable stew baked in puff pastry; Grilled 14oz. Ribeye Frites, served with creamed collard greens and fingerling potatoes; and Goat Cheese & Apple Ravioli, served with pepperoncini. (See below for pictures of menu items).
City Tap Atlanta is spread out across 10,000 square feet of restaurant space with a covered patio, an expansive mezzanine with a full bar and two private dining spaces, and first-floor dining with seating for over 100.
Where is City Tap located in Atlanta?
City Tap is in Midtown Atlanta. The restaurant is located at 848 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, Ga. 30308. Here is a map to help you get there.
What are City Tap’s hours?
City Tap is open from 3 p.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday, 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sundays. Lunch and brunch service are to follow in the coming months.
In addition to the new Atlanta location, a City Tap Kitchen & Craft is also slated for Chicago’s Fulton district in 2019.
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With the closing of Cafe + Velo next month, another coffee shop, Docent Coffee,has taken its place onEdgewood Ave. SE in Atlanta.
Docent Coffee also has launched a successful Kickstarter, to get the business up and running in the city. The idea behind the establishment is to support local artists in their craft by creating both a physical and e-commerce portal.
Docent Coffee opens on Edgewood Avenue in Atlanta
The aim of Docent Coffee is to “bring some seriously good coffee, food, and art to the city and beyond!”
The company explains the meaning of its name like this: “As our name implies, Docent is here to guide folks to something new, exciting, and hopefully unique in coffee, as well as art. We are deeply passionate about both, but also understand that both are entirely subjective experiences. Yes, we will probably be guilty of some of the cliches ourselves, but we certainly aren’t going to rely on them to have you like us, our coffee, or what we are trying to accomplish. And even though we may try our best, you may end up not liking it…and that’s ok. Your coffee should be enjoyable to you because you actually enjoy it…and we hope you enjoy ours!”
The coffee shop will be not only a place to get the best roasts in Atlanta, but also a fine art marketplace. The establishment’s website has several pieces already posted and ready to be bought. There is also some art available for wholesale.
Where is Docent Coffee located in Atlanta?
Docent Coffee is located at 381 Edgewood Ave SE. Here is a map to help you find the place.
The city has a generous scattering of coffee shops around the Perimeter. Atlanta coffee shops can be found in each quadrant of the city, trading on their respective environments to offer something truly unique to the community.
Starbucks certainly has a foothold here, but so do small mom-and-pop businesses like Brash Coffee, Ebrik Coffee and Land of a Thousand Hills. Much like the Atlanta restaurants scene, the coffee movement in ATL is alive and percolating, just like we like our coffee.
Read more: 5 really cool coffee joints to check out in Atlanta
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The Atlanta Beer, BBQ & Bourbon Festival takes place Saturday, March 2, 2019 from 12 to 6 p.m. at 20th St. NW Atlanta 30363 just behind Atlantic Station.
This is the city’s Favorite Smoked Meat Onslaught and it is returning to kick off Atlanta festival season. This is the Atlanta Beer, BBQ & Bourbon Festival’s 5th Annual PORK-OUT in Atlantic Station. COME AND JOIN US!
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival 2019: Everything you need to know
Get ready to enjoy all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer, Bourbon, Barbeque, Boots, Bacon, Biscuits, Bluegrass and Smoked Beasts! It’s a great day of beer sippin’, bourbon tastin’, music listenin’, cigar smokin’, and barbeque eatin’. Your admission buys you a sampling glass so you can enjoy an ALL-YOU-CARE –TO-TASTE sampling of beer and bourbon.
What’s Smokin in 2019……
-This Year’s Show Will See a Larger New Footprint and a Smaller Crowd. This is so we can accommodate the growth of the event – in a positive way:
We’ve grown the show by an additional 25%
We’ve increased our alcohol distribution by over 30%
We’ve added MORE of the best BBQ in the South
We’ve decreased our ticket capacities by 20%
WHAT THIS MEANS IS WE WILL SELL OUT TICKETS SOONER AND WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ACCOMMODATE EVERYONE BUT THOSE WHO ARE AT THE EVENT SHOULD HAVE A MORE ENJOYABLE EXPERIENCE.Where will the Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival 2019 be held?
Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Festival 2019 will be held at Atlantic Station at 1380 Atlantic Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30363. Here is a map to help you get there.
-All Guests Receive a Souvenir Glass for Tastings.
-All You Care To Taste Beer and Bourbon Tastings as you stroll from table to table and tent to tent. There are 40 Bourbons and 60 Beers on Tap. Enjoy, but please drink responsibly.
-MORE BBQ THAN EVER! We’ve doubled your selection. Enjoy the great barbeque selection – pulled pork from whole hogs, ribs, brisket, chickens, sausages and any fixin’ you could imagine. We’ll keep the portions heavy and the prices low.
-The Shrine of Swine! Enjoy Whole hogs all day from Official Beer, Bourbon & BBQ Pitmaster, Bill Eason. Check out his endless supply of awards shown below and worship the Pork Gods!
-VIP Session & Area with food and specialty tastes. We’ve GROWN IT BY 20%…and stocked full of specialty tastes and lots of local restaurants showing off their BBQ and bacon dishes. Listing of restaurants to come. (Vip area closes at 5pm).
-Enjoy Seminars in the Tasting Theater with Master Distillers, Brewmasters, and Pit Masters From the Deep South.
-Listen To Live Rock & Country on The Main Stage.
-GAMING AREA with Great Outdoor Activities!
-Enjoy the Great Contests on the Main Stage: Atlanta’s Best Beer Belly Drink Like A Lady, and Bacon Eating Competitions.
… And a Few Surprises!View this post on InstagramAre YOU ready Toronto?
Secure your #BeerBourbonBBQTO Tickets Today! Link in bio.$85 Advance VIP BACON & WHOLE HOG Session
Valid Saturday NOON–6pm. In addition to the all of the features above, this session offers an exclusive tasting experience in the VIP Area (VIP Area closes at 5pm). Each guest will enjoy 12+ Tasting Stations featuring great dishes from local restaurants serving up their favorites from Noon-2pm. Other benefits include 2 extra hours of sampling, specialty beer and bourbon tastes & much more.$40 Advance General Admission Session
Valid Saturday 2pm – 6pm. Includes a souvenir tasting glass, unlimited sampling of beer and bourbon, and all live entertainment.$25 Designated Driver Admission
This festival is one of the premiere outdoor events in Atlanta this year. Held in Atlanta’s prime venues, festival season spotlights the best of the city.Whether you prefer neighborhood events or huge festivals, all ages will be accommodated when it comes to food, live entertainment and more. The best part? Many of Atlanta festivals are FREE.As the weather warms, you can expect Atlanta festivals, many who probably have never heard of, to hit every weekend.Don’t worry, AtlantaFi.com has got you covered.Whether you enjoy food-focused festivals, or some downhome blues under the sunset. We’re going to cover them all.This event is just one among many Atlanta happenings going on weekly in the city. See all the Atlanta festivals this year.NOT AVAILABLE IN ADVANCE, YOU MUST PURCHASE THIS TICKET ON-SITE
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The Georgia Tiny House Festival comes to Atlanta on Friday, March 1 through Sunday, March 3, 2019.
The 4th Annual (2019) Georgia Tiny House Festival will be held March 1-3, 2019, and this time we are making it even bigger and more exciting! (As if that was even possible!)
As with all our events, the 2019 (4th Annual) Georgia Tiny House Festival® will be unique to itself and offer activities, workshops, lectures and tiny houses not seen or available at any other tiny house event!
New to the 2019 Georgia Tiny House Festival is that we are at a new location bigger and better location and more suitable for supporting our ever-growing Georgia Tiny House Festival!
Something also new to the 2019 Georgia Tiny House Festival is the 3-Day Hands-On Skoolie Build Workshop. Registered participants will have hands-on opportunities and personal instruction from some of the biggest names and most respected experts in the skoolie/bus conversion community in the arenas of Seat & Interior Panel Removal, Window Removal & Resealing, Framing & Wood-to-Metal Fabrication, Basic Electrical Wiring, Basic Flex Plumbing, Solar Applications, and MORE! Registration for this 3-day workshop during the 4th Annual Georgia Tiny House Festival is available HERE. (Note: Registration for this workshop DOES include weekend admission to the Georgia Tiny House Festival, but standard admission to the Georgia Tiny House Festival DOES NOT include admission to the hands-on portions of this workshop.)
Marsha Ambrosius Comes To Atlanta In March: Here’s How To Get Tickets
