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The union and unfortunate breakup of movie star and recording artist Tyrese Gibson and Samantha Lee has become an Atlanta story pulled from the tabloids and social media.
Gibson, who is an Atlanta celebrity only part-time (he spends the winters in Los Angeles), knows a thing or two about heartache as an R&B crooner.
Tyrese and Samantha: A Match Made In Georgia
This article will explore all we know about Tyrese and Samantha’s relationship. While the couple reportedly met through a mutual friend, what we now about their marriage is that it was short-lived.
Lee filed for divorce from Gibson, a six-time Grammy nominee, in September 2020 in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gibson has gone on record as saying that he has no idea why his wife left him. In various interviews, he details that his wife told him that she was exiting the marriage when he flew home from shooting a video in New Jersey. They had a confrontation outside his Atlanta mansion.
A few years ago, Gibson moved into a French Chateau–style mansion complete with a Bumblebee replica in the main room. The home has been a writing incubator for his many love songs and film projects since that time.
Inside Tyrese Gibson's Atlanta mansion. https://t.co/0lUPspN89m pic.twitter.com/8FeXypBXRC
— ATLHAPS (@atlhaps) October 20, 2023Who Is Tyrese Gibson?
Tyrese Gibson is an American actor and R&B singer best known for his hits “Sweet Lady” and “How You Gonna Act Like That.”
To Generation Z fans, he’s likely most known for his role in the Fast & Furious films, as well as his appearances in the Transformers movies.
Gibson came to fame after appearing in a Coca-Cola commercial in 1994. He was 16 years old and was two hours late for the audition, but he nailed it. Looking back on it, he sees it as divine providence.
“After I did the Coke commercial, and I was singing on the bus, that confirmed that maybe this singing thing is for me. I had to figure out what God had in mind,” he said in the R&B Money podcast.
From that point, he launched a music career and produced several albums.
In 2007, Gibson married Norma Mitchell. In 2009, with the marriage on the outs, the couple began a five-year custody battle.
At some point, and it is not clear when, he met Samantha through a mutual friend and moved from Los Angeles to Atlanta.
Who Is Samantha Lee?
Samantha Lee, aka, Samantha Schwalenberg, is a clinical social worker who graduated from the University of Georgia and settled in Athens after getting her master’s degree in psychology in 2012.
In addition to an accomplished career in academia, Samantha, who is originally from New Jersey, also participated in the Miss Latin UGA pageant while in school.
In 2014, Samantha also earned a bartending certificate, which means she’s a mixologist as well. Can you say, “well rounded?”
At some point, Samantha began working for the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services. and spending her time posting social media videos about social topics affecting children.
Gibson said that when he met Samantha sat the time she was a “simple” person whom Gibson met in a “$12 sun dress,” he said.
When Did Tyrese And Samantha Get Married?
Tyrese and Samantha got married on Valentine’s Day in 2017. The singer announced his wedding on Instagram with the following caption:
“We’re so grateful and humbled by your outpouring of love! We appreciate all of the prayers and well wishes…. Life’s a trip…. Cause sometimes when you pray you get #exactly what your heart desires…….I got #MyBlackQueen I didn’t just marry her I married my daughters new example.”
The message was met with jeers from a lot of Gibson’s fans, who had an issue with him calling her his “Black Queen” when in fact Samantha is of Afro Latina heritage.
Why Did Tyrese and Samantha Get Divorced?
Gibson has said that he was stunned when his wife asked for a divorce and he still is unclear about exactly what he did to make her leave.
In a video about the incident, he says that Samantha displayed “narcissistic sociopathic behavior,” when they met with each other outside his suburban Atlanta mansion after he arrived from New Jersey after a video shoot.
“I said, ‘Alright, babe. Let’s go home,’ and she said, ‘I’m not coming home. I don’t live there anymore’,” Tyrese recounted. “She said, ‘I took all my stuff out of the house.'” When he asked her where she put her belongings, she told him, “That doesn’t matter,” and took the baby.
He has continued to share that he feels bamboozled by Samantha and feels that she faked much of her persona in their early days.
Since the divorce, Samantha has been very vocal on social media about relationship issues, including flaws in both men and women.
Meanwhile, Gibson has moved on with a new love of his life, a woman who goes by the name Zelie Timothy on Instagram, where she is an influencer and model. Gibson said that he hopes to marry Zelie soon.
How Long Has Tyrese Been With Zelie?
Gibson has been with Zelie for more than two years now. The couple went public with their relationship in March 2021.
Gibson and Zelie had a viral moment in 2022 when she said in a video that when they met it was not love at first sight.
“He wasn’t my type at all,” she said laughingly. “My type is Paul Walker,” as Tyrese looked shocked and said, “Don’t touch me.”
“Even when I met him, I was like, ‘Eh, he’s kinda old.’ I just like his smile,” Zelie said, with Tyrese looking on. “His personality was OK, but he didn’t understand the Instagram model thing. He would always talk down on Instagram models.”
Inside The Tyrese-Samantha Divorce
Despite having an ironclad pre-nuptial agreement, Gibson has said that Samantha has hired three attorneys in an attempt to breach the accord and get millions of his dollars.
He has also said that he has spent nearly $1 million in court fees on the divorce proceedings already — of course, that’s his side.
On the other side, Samantha hasn’t said much about the divorce — until recently.
Samantha Opens Up About Divorce From Tyrese
In a podcast, she admits that, “If I had different people in my ear, I would not have made that decision. No,” she said.
While falling just short of regret, it’s clear that Samantha feels like she didn’t have the support from her circle that she needed to remain in a good head space during the pandemic.
“Because you don’t have a certain person in your life to check you to say, ‘Sis, what about these strengths? What about what he’s not doing?’ Those types of things. That can get you thinking about the positive aspects of this person, that you may not be thinking about when you’re upset.”
Final Word
Gibson has been going to the legal system quite often of late. In August 2023, he filed a $450 million lawsuit against Home Depot alleging racial discrimination during an incident that took place in its Buckhead store.
The incident happened when Gibson’s two workers were disrespected by a Home Depot employee. “I tried to get them to fix it over the phone … We tried to handle everything privately off the record. They showed no respect with the lawyers … so, yeah, it’s that,” he said.
The Tyrese-Samantha divorce drags on, but the singer is determined to protect his reputation and his money. He also has released a pretty good R&B album to channel his pain.
If you like to have a good time on the dance floor or while listening to music, Atlanta has something for everyone. Check out the top live music venues around the city as well as best comedy clubs.
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Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis continues to surprise her critics. On Friday, Oct. 20, another witness in her racketeering case against former President Donald Trump and co-defendants turned state witness.
Kenneth Chesebro, who many have called the originator of the “fake electors” plot, has struck a plea deal with prosecutors in Fulton County, Georgia, AtlantaFi.com has learned.
Kenneth Chesebro Agrees To Turn State Witness In Fulton County Election Case
As part of the deal, Chesebro pleaded guilty to a felony charge for his role in the election case.
He was asked pointedly by the prosecutor: “It is your decision to enter into this guilty plea because you are in fact guilty?”
Chesebro said: “Yes.” The prosecutor then asked him: “How do you plead to count 15, conspiracy to commit filing false documents?” Chesebro replied: “Guilty.”
Watch: Chesebro Pleads Guilty in a Fulton County Courtroom
While Trump has been attacking Willis and spreading rumors and lies about her, she and her Fulton prosecutors have been steadily building a case that has flipped two huge witnesses against Trump.
On Thursday, Trump co-defendant Sidney Powell pleaded guilty in a Fulton courthouse as well.
Powell pleaded guilty to six misdemeanors that will allow her to avoid jail time and pay fines. She did not plead guilty to racketeering conspiracy, which was the biggest charge.
Notably, Powell has agreed to testify against some of the other co-defendants, which is startling news to Trump and a significant legal development.
Since announcing the indictments in August, Willis has been the target of racist threats and verbal attacks.In early September, Willis wrote a scathing letter to Ohio Congress Jim Jordan, a Republican that has attempted to derail her investigation.
Final Word
The turning of yet another witness signals a triumph for Willis, who has been scolded for attempting to try all 19 Trump co-defendants at one time. With an increasingly surprising number of them agreeing to plead guilty to lesser charges in exchange for cooperating with prosecutors, it’s a sign that Willis will have the bandwidth — and time — to see justice through in the case.
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Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is uncovering the lid on some of the abuse she’s been subjected to since she indicted former President Donald Trump along with 19 co-defendants.
Willis, speaking at a private fundraiser in Atlanta in honor of her 52nd birthday, opened up on the many verbal attacks and racist threats she said she’s endured over the past couple of months.
Top Republican leaders aligned with Trump have sought to stop the indictments brought by Willis and have tried to reprimand her over the charges. Although as a county prosecutor, she’s not alone, Willis is the first prosecutor to bring charges against Trump related to the 2020 election.
In early September, Willis wrote a scathing letter to Ohio Congress Jim Jordan, a Republican that has attempted to derail her investigation.
She said that she sees the attacks as par for the course in American politics.
“If you are a leader, you’re going to be attacked,” Willis said, according to AJC.com. “There are some days I’m human and I’m really angry or I’m hurt that somebody would tell a bold-faced lie on me.”
“I think the craziest ]lie] was that I was sleeping with a gang-banger. Like, what?! I like them old. What are you talking about?” she told the crowd as they laughed.
Willis said that she has had to rely on the Bible to get her through these tough times.
“You have these personal moments, when you’re like, ‘Why am I being personally attacked and all I’m out here trying to do is my job? And in the reading of that Scripture, what it told me was that you ain’t special,” she said, referring to herself. “That if you are a leader and you’re put in a position where people are going to lie on you, and they’re going to attack you, you have to still do what is the mission. And the mission here is to keep society safe. That everyone is equal. And that the law is protected.”
Final Word
Trump co-defendants are slowly having their day in an Atlanta courtroom. On Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, Sidney Powell pleaded guilty to her role in the election case.
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Sidney Powell, a former lawyer to ex-President Trump, pleaded guilty on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, in her RICO case brought by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.
As a first-time offender, Powell was sentenced to six years probation and must pay a fine of $2,700. She will also have to write a letter of apology to the residents of Georgia.
Powell is one of 19 co-defendants in the Trump election case being tried in Fulton County. The plea comes one day before the jury selection was set to begin.
On that day, co-defendant Kenneth Chesebro pleaded guilty to lesser charges in exchange for cooperating with prosecutors, which is another big blow to Trump.
What Was Sidney Powell Charged With?
Powell was charged with counts of conspiracy to commit election fraud along with conspiracy to commit computer theft. She was also facing conspiracy to commit computer trespass and conspiracy to commit computer invasion of privacy.
Those were all counts related to have participated in an alleged conspiracy to subvert the presidential election, which Trump and other top Republicans claim was “rigged.”
What Did Sidney Powell Plead Guilty To?
Powell pleaded guilty to six misdemeanors that will allow her to avoid jail time and pay fines. She did not plead guilty to racketeering conspiracy, which was the biggest charge.
Notably, Powell has agreed to testify against some of the other co-defendants, which is startling news to Trump and a significant legal development.
Powell, along with Trump crony Rudolph Giuliani, went around the country and filed lawsuits in a bid to stop electors in several jurisdictions. All of those efforts were found to have been unsubstantiated.
Willis is the first prosecutor to bring charges against Trump related to the 2020 election, but she won’t be the last. New York’s Attorney General has also gearing up to indict the former president.
Since announcing the indictments in August, Willis has been the target of racist threats and verbal attacks.
In early September, Willis wrote a scathing letter to Ohio Congress Jim Jordan, a Republican that has attempted to derail her investigation.
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Atlanta film mogul Tyler Perry is back with his most personal film yet, Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story.
The movie, which is part of Perry’s four-film deal with Amazon Studios, ventures into the upbringing and motivations of a young Emmitt Perry, who later changed his first name to Tyler to disassociate himself from his abusive father.
In the documentary, we see Perry’s dysfunctional childhood and how it played a role in the characters he would create and the stage and screen worlds he would later construct for millions of people.
When Is Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story Coming Out?
Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story is set to stream on November 17 on Amazon Prime.
In addition to his biopic, Perry’s other films with Amazon include:
- Black, White and Blue, which delves into police brutality.
- Divorce in the Black, which chronicles a broken marriage.
If you don’t have Prime, you can download it for free and use it for 30 days before you have to pay for it. The 30-day trial is one of the most generous in the streaming world.
Final Act
Perry is a busy man. In addition to casting for various projects in Atlanta, he also recently completed a WWII-era feature film, Six Triple Eight, for Netflix.
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Salad restaurant Salata has opened its newest restaurant in Hapeville, Georgia, just outside Atlanta, AtlantaFi.com has confirmed.
When Is Salata Opening In Hapeville?
Salata did a soft opening on Monday, October 23, 2023 in Hapeville, Georgia on Virginia Avenue. The salad-centric restaurant will have its grand opening on Thursday, October 26, 2023.
The Virginia Avenue corridor has become a restaurant row of sorts, with notable eateries like Brass Tap and Your Pie joining older restaurants like Malone’s, Pit Boss, Ruby Tuesdays and Spondivits.
The health-conscious eatery specializes in built-to-order salads that allow customers to choose between up to 50 toppingss for their order.
The Hapeville location is owned by Atlanta-area resident Phillip Jones, a veteran multi-brand franchisee.
“I’ve been a huge fan of Salata for some time now and knew the Hapeville community would benefit from the brand’s healthier food options,” Jones told Franchise.org. “Salata not only presents an opportunity to further diversify my portfolio, but also enhance the dining options in Hapeville. When looking for my next business venture, Salata was an easy choice given the brand’s recent growth and the commitment it places on franchisee satisfaction and innovation. Not to mention, the support provided by the entire Home Office team has been top notch. I’m eager to open my first location this year.”
Jones is also a franchisee of Marcos Pizza and Smoothie King locations.
What’s On Salata’s Menu?
The Salata menu is based around selecting a lettuce base. Here are your options:
- Salata mix
- Spinach
- Romaine hearts
- Kale
- Arcadian mix
- Arugula
Next, you get to add vegetables to your salad. Here’s what you can choose from:
Carrots, Cucumber, Tomato, Broccoli, Mushrooms, Bell pepper, Jicama, Snow peas, Radish, Red onion, Bean sprouts, Sun dried tomatoes, Cabbage, Pea sprouts, Cilantro, Corn, Beets, Black beans, Green peas, Black olives, Chick peas, Green olives, Jalapeños, Banana peppers, Pepperocini, Artichoke hearts, Avocado and Edamame.
You also can add your choice of cheese and/or nuts to your order.
What Protein Can You Add To Salata Salad?
Here is your choice of protein for a Salata salad.
Pesto chicken, Spicy chipotle chicken, Turkey, Salmon, Shrimp, Krabmeat, Seafood mix, Falafel, Quinoa and Herb-marinated chicken.
You can also add some final toppings like croutons, pasta, sesame sticks and chopped eggs.
Where is Salata In Hapeville Located?
Salata in Hapeville is located at 876 Virginia Ave, Atlanta, GA 30354. Their phone number is (404) 500-4675. Here’s a map to help you find the restaurant.
Final Word
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
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Georgia’s largest city has some areas that are more food-centric than others. One of those places is West Midtown Atlanta.
It seems every other week, a new Atlanta restaurant opens somewhere in West Midtown. As your culinary expert, I’m going to show you some of the top places to grab a bite in Atlanta’s West Midtown area.
What Are the Best Restaurants In West Midtown Atlanta?
Not to be confused with Midtown Atlanta, the jurisdictions of West Midtown coincide roughly to Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway on the southern side and follows the Howell Mill corridor up into the Moors Mill area.
Boxcar Betty’s
950 West Marietta St NW, Atlanta, Ga., 30318
Photo credit: Boxcar Betty’s Boxcar Betty’s held its grand opening in Atlanta’s West Midtown on the April 26, 2023. Since then, the eatery, owned by Roth Scott and Ian MacBryde, has been serving some excellent chicken sandwiches on the menu and more.
Boxcar Betty’s West Midtown eatery is located in the Westside Paper development, nearly 300,000 square foot mixed-used facility anchored by four restaurants and office space.
Postino WineCafé
1000 West Marietta St NW UNIT 310, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 806-1616
The West Midtown Postino WineCafé offers such delicious menu items as “Snacky Things,” like Skewers, OMG Grilled Cheese, Shrimp Scampi, Smoked Salmon and Sweet Potato Wedges. This location is the second in metro Atlanta.
“Opening a second location in Atlanta is a huge deal for us,” Postino co-founder Lauren Bailey said in a news release. “We have had an incredible response from guests at our Buckhead location, and we can’t wait to join the West Midtown community.”
The Optimist
914 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 477-6260
West Midtown’s premiere upscale dining experience, The Optimist has been a staple in the area if you’re down for Lobster rolls, gumbo, wood-fired oysters & more. Date night? We highly recommend.
Bastone
887 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 252-6699
A gem in West Midtown, Bastone offers an adventures culinary experience and an expansive wine collection. You won’t be disappointed.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Bastone. “We had a great experience at Bastone! I shared the Mozarella Tasting with a friend and the portions were very generous. Each variety was different than the next, and it was a great way to taste the different cheeses. It almost left us too full to try any of the other dishes! We also got the Heirloom Tomato Salad and Hamachi Crudo. Both were delicious. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Can’t wait to go back and try their Truffle Pasta during Aperitivo Hour!”
Hattie B’s
711 10th Street NW, Atlanta, GA | 678-304-0500
Photo credit: Hattie B’s You can’t go wrong with Hattie B’s, which is one of the best hot chicken places in Atlanta.
On the menu, you’ll find items like Dirty Bird fries, desserts and sliders that you will fall in love with.
What makes the West Midtown location unique is that it features a plant-based hot chicken sandwich on a brioche bun, which is a major departure from other eateries that feature a chicken sandwich. The West Midtown Hattie B’s also has fried pickles, which its other locations do not have.
Velvet Taco
1115 Howell Mill Rd Bldg 300, #P125, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (470) 485-8557
When Velvet Taco opened in 2021, we knew the complexion of the West Midtown food scene had changed. It was now Taco Tuesday off Howell Mill every week.
“It is a great honor to have Velvet Taco open doors in The Interlock in West Midtown, where the restaurants are known to heavily exceed the industry standard and guests have high expectations,” Velvet Taco CEO Clay Dover says in a news release. “It is our mission to take the humble, well-loved taco and use the tortilla as a blank canvas for any courageous, adventuring foodie’s desires.”
Delilah’s Everyday Soul
1235 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318
If you happen to venture inside the Chattahoochee Food Works, you should definitely check out Delilah’s Everyday Soul. Chef Delilah Winder has gained a following from her appearances on food shows, including strong praise from a foodie named Oprah Winfrey for her mac ‘n cheese.
At Delilah’s, you’ve got to try the Southern Belle chicken sandwich, which boasts a scrumptious piece of fried chicken layered with a fried green tomato, a slab of bacon, bread and butter pickles, pimento cheese, house hot sauce and more. Read our review.
Nuevo Laredo Cantina
1495 Chattahoochee Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 352-9009
Here’s what one reviewer says about Nuevo Laredo Cantina: “This is a gem! Staff is warm and friendly, food is so good and authentic. Salsa is made fresh w cilantro and a huge hit w our family. My go to are the chicken tacos. Be prepared to wait as this is a local hot spot.”
Superica
930 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 355-5313
Photo credit: Superica Ford Fry has done it again. Superica’s Tex-Mex fusion food has been a hit since it began in Krog Street Market, which is considered its home base. The West Midtown eatery continues to draw a crowd, from restaurant lovers looking for some authentic fare to tourists searching for the best Atlanta bites.
Flight Club Darts
1055 Howell Mill Rd Suite 140, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 301-8003
While Flight Club Darts is not known for its pretentiousness, if you want some good grub and beer in a social environment, Flight Club is it.
If you really want to play darts, it’s suggested that you booked on the Flight Club Darts website. The establishment cannot guarantee walk-in guests will be able to play Social Darts.
Final Taste
With offerings of pasta, tacos, wine, seafood and more, West Midtown gives you one of the most culinary eclectic mixes in the city. And there are way more restaurants located there, but we wanted to highlight some of our faves.
If you’re gluten-free, there’s plenty of options in the ATL dining scene. Same goes for keto-friendly restaurants or Asian fare in Atlanta.
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When it comes to tacos, the best Atlanta restaurants make them authentic and with creativity. In Atlanta, long gone are those boring taco joints with basic crumbled beef and shredded cheese.
This article will show you some of the best Atlanta restaurants for tacos, that excellent Tex-Mex dish we all know and love.
Best Tacos In Atlanta: What The People Say
Let’s look at some Atlanta restaurants with the best tacos according to the people. These eateries all have reviews with them so you can see how real customers feel about the place.
Don Chon
616 S Central Ave, Atlanta, GA 30354 | (404) 762-6864
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Don Chon is a modest Mexican restaurant located near the Hapeville-Atlanta border. It’s tacos are near the top of the scale.Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Don Chon: “By far the best tacos I’ve ever had! The service was quick and efficient as well!”
El Rey Del Taco
5288 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340 | (770) 986-0032
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El Rey Del Taco is one of the newish Atlanta restaurants with strong drinks and some awfully good tacos.Here’s what one reviewer says about El Rey Del Taco: “This is some of the best tacos in Buford highway. They are as authentic as it gets here in Atlanta. Open late so you can come after partying. Great atmosphere. Always packed but service moves fast so you’re almost never waiting more than 5 minutes.”
Holy Taco
1314 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 | (404) 230-6177
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Holy Taco is a neighborhood taqueria that is known to use local sustainable ingredients. Holy Taco draws influences from Central and South American places like Mexico and Ecuador.Here’s what one reviewer says about Holy Taco: “Tacos were great. I tried 3 different kinds. The pork belly taco was my favorite. It was delicious. I also had the lamb taco which was good, it had green olives on it. The last taco I had was the shrimp taco. It was great and had a nice grilled taste. Our table shared a trio app and the guacamole was awesome. They had a mystery beer on the menu that someone at our table tried and they received Miller High Life. Great atmosphere and great food.”
Mama’s Restaurant
1958 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 | (404) 874-6152
Mama’s Restaurant is a 24-hour place in Buckhead area just off Piedmont. If you want authentic tacos from people actually from Mexico, Mama’s is your place.
Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Mama’s Restaurant: “Great tacos, great margaritas, and great signature wings, no matter how busy they are, the food is always ready fairly quick. I’ve had friends tell me that they didn’t like mama’s until I took them back and told them what to get on the menu , then their whole perception changed . ALSO THEY ARE 24HRS.”
Bartaco
Atlanta Locations:
- 969 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 607-8226
- 299 North Highland Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (470) 400-8226
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Bartaco is one of the trendiest places to grab some Mexican fare. The Atlanta restaurant is known for its small but powerful tacos.Here’s what one reviewer says about Bartaco: “Amazing variety. Each taco is unique. Full-flavored and well-presented albeit simple. Sorry for the unflattering photo of the tacos, we were too far along to slow down! Great for allergies (gluten, dairy).”
Tacos & Tequilas
Atlanta Locations:
- 650 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (678) 705-5955
- 4279 Roswell Rd NE #103, Atlanta, GA 30342 | (404) 705-8225
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Taco & Tequilas is a great weekend spot in Midtown Atlanta or Buckhead. The chic Mexican chain has a pretty great patio and some awesome tacos.Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Tacos & Tequilas: “My Second favorite Place to Eat in Atlanta, the service it’s always Great. The food they have NEVER let us Down (Wife and i) fave is the three amigos Tacos. Yesterday I Get to Try their Tamarindo Margarita (not A Margarita fan) but Good God Creator of Tequila Blessed them With The Right Mix On this one. The complementary salsa it’s just Outstanding … Viva Mexico!
Taqueria Del Sol
2165 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 | (404) 321-1118
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Taqueria Del Sol is an elite Atlanta restaurant that offers Mexican cuisine inspired by Southern greatness. Its tacos are known to attract people far and wide.Here’s what one reviewer says about Taqueria Del Sol: “The triple salsa plate and the fresh warm tortilla chips, a fish taco and the chowder soup.. All that deliciousness for less than 10 bucks.. And the place has a very warm vibe.. Maybe the filtered tap water machine warms things up for me. But, I am guessing it has to do with their pleasant employees, too.”
Velvet Taco
View this post on InstagramPappasito’s Cantina
2788 Windy Hill Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30067 | (770) 541-6100
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Pappasito’s Cantina may be a well-known Tex-Mex chain, but it’s got some great tacos and other dishes. The family atmosphere and friendly staff makes this place stand above many of the others.Here’s what one reviewer says about Pappasito’s Cantina: “My first time at Pappasito’s, was a pretty good one. My server, she was very attentive, friendly, which was a good thing. When the food was brought out, I was anticipating good food. I wasn’t disappointed, I had the Taco dinner, a ground beef & chicken tinga. Good times, great food.”
Verde Taqueria
1193 Collier Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 963-5362
Atlanta Locations:
- Buckhead: 7 West Paces Ferry Rd NW Suite 35A, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (470) 400-3900
- The Interlock: 1115 Howell Mill Rd, Bldg 300, #P125, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (470) 485-8557
View this post on InstagramHere’s what one reviewer says about Velvet Taco: “WOW! You WILL NOT FIND BETTER!!!!! The atmosphere was energetic, clean, friendly set and the guy with the skating rink DJ voice was pretty cool. Upbeat tunes that make you feel happy as you get your taco journey on! If we are ever back in the ATL we will definitely be coming back here! Thank you for an excellent experience today!”
Final Word
Tacos are one of the most American foods in the United States. Want to enjoy tacos every day of the week? Make it your business to try these Atlanta spots for Birria tacos.
One word for you: Fried chicken tacos. Ok, that was three words but you get the point. Verde Taqueria has some very creative tacos (Dirty Bird tacos, Korean BBQ tacos, etc.) and other dishes that make this Atlanta restaurant a must-eat.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Verde Taqueria: “We are grade A street taco snobs and have had tacos from the depths of Mexico all the way to Alaska. Everything here was outstanding especially the organic Rita’s! Priced fair as well. Highly recommended.”
Tacos aren’t all that’s cooking in the city…Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken a/nd waffles. Stay with AtlantaFi.com, or better yet, subscribe to our ATLHaps newsletter, to get the latest.
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The Georgia Bulldogs will be without their star tight end for several weeks, it was confirmed Monday, Oct. 15, 2023.
Georgia confirmed Monday morning that Brock Bowers suffered a high-ankle sprain on Saturday and immediately will undergo surgery. It remains to be seen how the star athlete will handle his treatment.
Georgia’s Bowers To Have Surgery
The junior tight end fell after being tackled in the second quarter of the Dawgs’ 37-20 victory against the Vanderbilt Commodores. Replay shows that a Vandy player rolled up on Bowers’ ankle while it was still planted into the ground.
After the game, Georgia Coach Kirby Smart said that X-rays were negative on Bowers’ injury, but that he would have an MRI done as well.
The injury to Georgia’s most talented offensive player comes at the right time for the Dawgs, who will need Bowers to heal if they’re going to win their third straight SEC title.
Bowers will have surgery to stabilize his ankle. The healing and recovery process could easily have him done for the season, or he may be back for the season-ending Georgia Tech game. It all depends on how fast Bowers can get back into game shape.
How Will Georgia’s Offense Cope Without Bowers?
Georgia offensive coordinator Mike Bobo doesn’t have to scheme a new offense immediately with the loss of Bowers. That’s because Georgia has a week off before resuming play on Oct. 28.
Nonetheless, the UGA offense without Bowers is going to present some challenges for first-year signal caller Carson Beck, who has just begun to come into his own as a quarterback.
UGA Coach Kirby Smart is likely to rely on a mult-pronged running attack to get Georgia’s offense up and down the field. Without Bowers, Beck will have to look to his wideouts to make big plays.
Can they do it? That remains to be seen.
The Georgia schedule is at the halfway mark as the Dawgs won’t play again until Oct. 28.
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The Georgia Bulldogs used a 17-point second quarter to push past the Vanderbilt Commodores on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, by a score of 37-20.
The No. 1-ranked Bulldogs (7-0 overall and 4-0 in the SEC) won the game but lost start tight end Brock Bowers to an ankle injury.
Georgia Loses Bowers
After the game, Georgia Coach Kirby Smart said that X-rays were negative on Bowers’ injury, but that he would have an MRI done as well.
The injury to Georgia’s most talented offensive player comes at the right time for the Dawgs, who will need Bowers to heal if they’re going to win their third straight SEC title.
“I’ve never had a bye week that came at the wrong time,” Smart said after the game.
Let’s take a look at the Georgia-Vanderbilt highlights:
UGA quarterback Carson Beck finished with 261 yards and a touchdown. He also ran for a score.
The Georgia schedule is at the halfway mark as the Dawgs won’t play again until Oct. 28.