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For September 2026, Atlanta once again offers the largest movie and TV production presence in the United States and across the globe. Thanks to tax incentives, world-class studios like Trilith and Tyler Perry Studios, and diverse locations, the metro area and surrounding Georgia spots host big blockbusters, indies, and high-profile projects.
What’s Filming in Atlanta Right Now?
In this article, we’ve compiled the latest information on which full-length feature films are currently being shot in Georgia’s largest city. AtlantaFi.com has you covered as your go-to source.
What’s Filming in Atlanta in September 2026
Not all productions have revealed how and when they’ll film in Atlanta. Many have only announced principal photography. Here’s what we’ve confirmed so far:
Iron Jane
Photo credit: Playhouse Media Drama about competitive female bodybuilding, written and directed by Lissette Feliciano. Stars Eiza González and Brandon Sklenar (with Simon Rex also attached). Filming in the Atlanta area, including locations tied to bodybuilding events; shooting dates reported in August through at least early September 2026.
Release Date for Iron Jane: TBD
Guilty Creatures
Guilty Creatures is an Apple TV+ thriller featuring Julia Garner, utilizing Eagle Rock Studios.
Release Date for Guilty Creatures: TBD
Tommy Karate
This film (also referred to in some reports with related titles): Crime thriller starring and co-written/produced by Pete Davidson as real-life Bonanno crime family hitman Tommy “Karate” Pitera (inspired by the book The Butcher: Anatomy of a Mafia Psychopath). Paul Walter Hauser plays the DEA agent pursuing him; also features Camila Mendes, Simon Rex, and others. Directed by Justin Chon. Principal photography in metro Atlanta (including areas like Griffin) ran roughly late June/early July through about Aug. 5 (some reports cite wrap around Aug. 4). It was actively shooting into late July.
Tommy Karate release date: TBD
Lizard Music
Fantasy-adventure film based on the Daniel Pinkwater novel, starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson (as the eccentric “Chicken Man”) with young lead Theo Clark Leber. Written and directed by Benny Safdie; produced involving Johnson’s Seven Bucks Productions and Amazon MGM Studios/United Artists. Scheduled to film primarily at Trilith Studios in Fayetteville (south of Atlanta, part of the metro production hub) starting Aug. 3 and continuing into October (some schedules cite through mid-to-late October). Additional locations may include New York and Hawaii.
Lizard Music release date: Summer 2027
These Are The Movies That Filmed In Atlanta In Recent Months
The Comeback King
Universal comedy with Glen Powell, Cristin Milioti, and Madelyn Cline (directed by Judd Apatow). Filming across Georgia locations, including areas accessible from Atlanta. Filming wrapped in summer 2026.
The Comeback King release date: Feb. 5, 2027
Green Bank
Sci-fi horror film filming at Pangea Studios in Atlanta. Cast includes Tatiana Maslany, Kumail Nanjiani, Jim Belushi, Brittany O’Grady, Taylor John Smith, and Jasmin Savoy Brown. It follows an infant sleep-trainer in a Wi-Fi/cell-service-free town uncovering family secrets. The movie wrapped filming in early summer 2026.
Green Bank release date: Late 2027 / early 2027
Turpentine
Feature filming in metro Atlanta (under code name “Dogwood”). Stars Melissa McCarthy and Connor Storrie. The film finished filming in June 2026.
Turpentine release date: TBD
Superman: Man of Tomorrow
Directed by James Gunn, this DC Studios sequel stars David Corenswet as Superman, with Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor and other returning cast. Principal photography began in mid-to-late April 2026 at Trilith Studios in Fayetteville (south of Atlanta) under the working title Exodus.
Filming ran through August 2026, with additional location work in Macon, GA (standing in for the Daily Planet), Atlanta areas, Cincinnati, Ohio, and the UK. Prison scenes have already drawn attention (and some inmate complaints about routines).
Additional location shooting may occur later in places like Cleveland, Ohio. This marks a return for the franchise to Georgia after previous Gunn-led projects.
Superman: Man of Tomorrow Release Date: July 9, 2027
That Time We Met (Romantic Comedy)
Starring Pete Davidson and Ella Purnell. This project is set to begin shooting in late March 2026 and continue through late May. It’s filming in the Atlanta area, adding to the city’s rom-com appeal.
Directed by Nick Lieberman, the film follows a couple on a disastrous first date who discover their unborn child is destined to save humanity.
Release date of That Time We Met: TBD
Bloom
Photo credit: Keagan Henman / Unsplash (Independent/Short Feature Film, Georgia State University-affiliated) A smaller-scale indie production with shoots extending from late February into early March (specific dates include March 6–8, 2026). Atlanta-based, often using local locations and crew.
Release date for Bloom: TBD
All The Sinners Bleed
(Though primarily a Netflix limited series adapted from the novel, it has feature-like scope)
Ongoing production from late 2025 through May 2026, so definitely active in March in Atlanta. This crime/drama project, which features Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù as the lead, continues principal photography.Joe Robert Cole (writer for Black Panther films) is leading the adaptation.
Cast: In addition to Dìrísù, who plays Sheriff Titus Crown, there will be John Douglas Thompson, Nicole Beharie, Daniel Ezra, and Giancarlo Esposito.
Release Date of All the Sinners Bleed: 2027
The Rescue (Paramount Western)
Paramount’s modern Western, The Rescue, began production last month, centering filming around metro Atlanta, Georgia, and in Murray County (Chatsworth). Directed by Potsy Ponciroli (Old Henry), the film stars Brandon Sklenar and Hassie Harrison, with production scheduled through March 2026 under the code name “Smoky.”
This feature film with ties to the Yellowstone universe. In production with a home base in Alpharetta and other Georgia locations.
Release Date: TBD
Hal (Feature Film)
The feature film Hal, starring Alexander Ludwig and Emma Roberts, is filming in the Atlanta and Fayetteville, GA, areas in early 2026.
Production began in February 2026, with casting calls for background actors, children, and specific, recurring roles (Core Convoy Group) taking place between late January and March 2026.
Release date for Hal: TBD
A Different World
(Netflix sequel series reboot): Filming began in February 2026 and will run through late April. This introduces a new generation of characters at Hillman College, with shoots planned around Atlanta, including HBCU campuses like Clark Atlanta University and Morehouse College for authentic settings.
Streaming premiere of A Different World: Late 2026 or early 2027
Scary Movie 6
Scary Movie 6 is a horror-comedy from Paramount Pictures, Miramax which stars Anna Faris (reprising Cindy Campbell), Regina Hall (Brenda Meeks), Marlon Wayans (Shorty), and more Wayans family cameos.
The sixth installment in the iconic spoof franchise is set to roast recent horror hits like Get Out, Nope, and the endless Scream reboots. Expect over-the-top gags, killer one-liners, and Atlanta’s urban vibe standing in for chaotic suburbia.
Principal photography kicked off October 1 and ran through November 18 at Tyler Perry Studios. Look for reshoots in December around Southwest Atlanta—perfect for spotting those signature Wayans antics amid the fall foliage. Casting calls are underway.Scary Movie 6 release date: June 12, 2026
Heartland
Heartland is a Netflix thriller starring Jessica Chastain, who leads a powerhouse ensemble in this tense family drama laced with Southern Gothic vibes.
The plot is a tale of faith, secrets, and rural reckoning, doubling down on Georgia’s picturesque (and eerie) backdrops to amp up the suspense. The film is currently in active production across metro Atlanta locations, with shoots extending well into November. Expect activity in historic districts and wooded outskirts—Chastain was recently spotted at a Decatur craft services spot.
Heartland release date: 2026
All Sinners Bleed
Adapted from S.A. Cosby’s acclaimed 2023 novel of the same name, All Sinners Bleed is filming in and around Atlanta, doing reshoots into December. This psychological drama promises to deliver pulse-pounding suspense centered on a Black sheriff unraveling a web of small-town secrets and serial murders in rural Virginia.
All Sinners Bleed release date: TDB
What Movies Have Filmed in Atlanta in Previous Months?
Just Picture It
Just Picture It is a Netflix romantic comedy with a sci-fi twist, starring Millie Bobby Brown. Filming Dates: September 8 through October 29, 2025, in metro Atlanta.
Just Picture It Release Date: TBD
The Dish
Still working out the title, The Dish, is an alien movie from one of the most storied directors of all time. A sci-fi movie directed by Steven Spielberg, The Dish, is filming at Atlanta Studios as of late July, early August. Given Spielberg’s typically extensive production timelines, this project could be active or in post-production.
Expected Release Date for The Dish: TBD
Madden
Madden, an Amazon biopic starring Nicolas Cage as NFL legend John Madden, began shooting in May 2025 and extended into June.
The film follows Madden’s remarkable journey—from his Super Bowl-winning partnership with Al Davis and the Raiders, to creating Madden NFL, and becoming one of the most iconic voices in football history. David O. Russell is directing the film, which also stars John Mulaney as Trip Hawkins, Kathryn Hahn as Virginia Madden, and Sienna Miller as Carol Davis.
Madden Streaming Premiere Date: November 26, 2025
Cape Fear
Cape Fear (Apple TV+ series) is a drama series, starring Amy Adams and Javier Bardem, started filming in April 2025 and filmed through October 15, 2025, at various metro Atlanta locations. While not a feature film, it’s a significant production with a high-profile cast, inspired by the 1991 film and the 1957 novel The Executioners.
Cape Fear Streaming Premiere Date: 2026
Breadwinner
This comedy is a feature film starring Nate Bargatze, Mandy Moore, Kumail Nanjiani, Colin Jost, and Will Forte. The movie began filming in May 2025 and was scheduled to run through July 11, 2025, at Trilith Studios in Fayetteville.
Breadwinner release date: March 16, 2026
The Life and Deaths of Wilson Shedd
This low-budget drama featuring Amanda Seyfried is a full-length feature film that was shot in and around Columbus, Georgia, from May 5 to June 12, 2025. There’s a chance that production extended into early July with post-production work in Atlanta, but no further details are known.
The Life and Deaths of Wilson Shedd release date: TBD
Your Mother, Your Mother, Your Mother
Your Mother, Your Mother, Your Mother is a Mahershala Ali drama filming at Atlanta Studios, focusing on family dynamics. It started filming in early 2025, but there is no word on whether it will conclude production.
Your Mother, Your Mother, Your Mother Release Date: TBD
Driver’s Ed
Driver’s Ed is a teen road trip comedy directed by Bobby Farrelly, starring Sam Nivola, Kumail Nanjiani, Molly Shannon, and Alyssa Milano. Filming transitioned to Georgia on June 13, 2025, and continued through early July.
Expected Release Date for Driver’s Ed: TBD
Final Word
Georgia’s film industry is one of the largest and most economically significant in the United States, often dubbed the “Hollywood of the South.” That means visitors might spot production activity or yellow filming signs around the city.
Georgia has proven that it is the moviemaking mecca. New movies go into production just about every other weekend in Atlanta. Aside from these TV shows currently filming in Atlanta, some big movies are also in production. The collective economic impact from the film industry in Georgia is more than $10 billion, further solidifying the Peach State as a movie powerhouse where you can break into the film industry be either:
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Jamaica’s largest quick-service restaurant brand is undergoing a rapid U.S. push into Georgia, with the opening of a new location in Decatur.
Juici Patties, known for flaky golden pastry wrapped around curried beef, spicy chicken, and vegetarian fillings, already opened its first Georgia store in Atlanta in June 2026 and followed quickly with a Snellville location.
Juici Patties Opens in Decatur as Jamaica’s Biggest Patty Chain Expands Across Metro Atlanta
The Decatur site, located at 5402 A Covington Highway, is part of a broader metro rollout that also includes Conyers, Kennesaw, and Stonecrest.
The restaurant jumped on my radar last year and quickly became one of the top spots for Caribbean food in metro Atlanta.
From a family recipe in Jamaica to a U.S. franchise wave
Juici Patties started in Jamaica in 1980, when founder Jukie Chin began selling beef patties made from his mother’s recipe. The brand grew into the island’s dominant patty chain, with dozens of locations, before expanding into the United States through franchising.
U.S. growth has been aggressive. After early Florida and New York stores, the company entered Georgia in 2026. The first Georgia shop opened June 1 at 860 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway in Atlanta, operated by franchisees Kevin and Murine, a husband-and-wife team. Murine is Jamaican-born; Kevin, originally from the Netherlands, became a fan of the brand through trips to the island.They have lived in Atlanta for more than two decades.
A Snellville location at 1699 Scenic Highway N followed later in June. Official listings now show two open Georgia restaurants, with several more in the pipeline.
Company statements have framed Atlanta as the first of multiple Georgia stores, citing the region’s large Caribbean community and appetite for international fast-casual food.
What Decatur customers can expect
The menu is intentionally short and built for speed. Core items typically include:
- Mild beef patty
- Spicy beef patty
- Spicy curry chicken patty
- Vegetarian/spinach (sometimes listed as vegan) patty
- Warm coco bread
- Combos such as patty and coco bread, double patties, and dozen deals
- Tropical drinks, bottled sodas such as Bigga, and add-ons like cheese or avocado
Patties are baked, not fried. The pastry is the signature: thin, buttery, and flaky, with a savory filling seasoned in the Jamaican style. Reviews of the Atlanta shop have praised the spicy beef in particular and noted that service moves quickly even when lines form.
That grab-and-go format is a large part of the concept. Franchisees have said they look for easy-access sites where customers can pull in, order, and leave with hot food in minutes.
The Decatur address sits on Covington Highway in the 30034 ZIP code, a commercial corridor that could put the shop within easy reach of south DeKalb and nearby neighborhoods.
Why Georgia, and why now
Metro Atlanta has a sizable Jamaican and broader Caribbean population, plus a food culture that already embraces patties from independent bakeries and Caribbean restaurants. Juici Patties is trying to occupy a different lane: a recognizable national brand with a tight menu, consistent pastry, and franchise scale.
The Atlanta opening drew community leaders and local police to welcome the business, and early traffic was strong enough that the company treated the store as proof of concept for more Georgia units.
Snellville’s opening a few weeks later showed the brand was not waiting. Decatur, Conyers, Kennesaw, and Stonecrest would extend that footprint from the west side of Atlanta into DeKalb, Rockdale, Cobb, and south Gwinnett/south DeKalb.
The bottom line for Decatur
With the Covington Highway store open, Decatur gets a nationally known Jamaican patty counter rather than another full-service Caribbean restaurant. That is the point of the brand: hot pastry, a few fillings, coco bread, and out the door.
For a city that already loves Caribbean food, the question is less whether people will try it and more how quickly the line will form once the ovens are on.
Until then, the closest open Juici Patties shops are in Atlanta on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway and in Snellville on Scenic Highway.
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.
Here Are The Best New Restaurants In Atlanta
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ATLANTA — The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival presented by Invesco QQQ will mark its 16th year Sept. 10–13 at The Home Depot Backyard with a four-day lineup of tasting events, celebrity hosts and partner activations built around the theme “The City is the Story.”
Organizers say nearly 100 Atlanta chefs, restaurants, beverage partners and culinary personalities will take part. Tickets are on sale at atlfoodandwinefestival.com.
AFWF Announces Chefs, Talent
Host talent includes Atlanta Journal-Constitution food and dining editor Monti Carlo; “Bizarre Foods” host Andrew Zimmern; chef and caterer Shawn Osbey; restaurateur Ford Fry; Food Network star Kardea Brown; and “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star, restaurateur and cookbook author Kelli Potter.
Featured Chefs
Featured chefs include James Beard Award semifinalist Tana Bhamaraniyama of Tyde Tate Kitchen; cookbook author Renee Blackman; Food Network “Chopped” champion Gary Caldwell of Marcus Bar & Grille; Anthony Dudley of MICHELIN-recognized Hattie B’s; James Beard Award semifinalists Monique and Paul Feybesse of Tarts de Feybesse; James Beard Award nominee Ronald Hsu of MICHELIN-recognized Lazy Betty; Billy Kramer of NFA Burger; James Beard Award nominee Duane Nutter of Southern National; Gee Smalls of Virgil’s Gullah Kitchen & Bar; Biff “MrBBQ” Smith of Mobile Chef of Atlanta; and James Beard Award semifinalist Deborah VanTrece of VanTrece Hospitality Group. The full talent list is at atlfoodandwinefestival.com/talent.
READ up on the 2026 Atlanta Food & Wine Festival.
Invesco QQQ returns as presenting partner. Goya Foods is presenting partner of the Tasting Tents and official Hispanic foods partner, with Executive Chef Fernando Desa at a dedicated station. Mike’s Amazing is presenting partner of Stacked: The Burger Social and official mayo and mustard partner, serving a different burger each day from its Airstream trailer.
Other partner experiences include Publix cake samples and chef demonstrations on the Publix Culinary Demonstration Stage; wines and spirits from Pernod Ricard; Caymus Vineyards wine from Princess Cruise Lines paired with grilled New York strip; two Coca-Cola signature cocktails created for the festival, the Dirty South Coke and Edgewood Express; Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon at a Pony Trailer cocktail experience; and hospitality from official host hotel Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park. Organizers also cited partner giveaways and discounted rideshare.
“The strength of the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival comes from the incredible partners who share our passion for showcasing the South’s culinary community,” said Brett Friedman, founder and CEO of a21. “Their collaboration helps transform the festival into a one-of-a-kind experience guests can explore and enjoy in so many different ways.”
AFWF Event schedule
Thursday, Sept. 10 — The Atlanta Standard, hosted by Monti Carlo
Tasting Tents presented by Goya Foods
VIP 6:30–10 p.m.; general admission 7:30–10 p.m.
Chef-driven bites from Deborah VanTrece, Simon Warren of Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park, Anthony Dudley and others, plus cocktails, wine, a saxophonist and live music.
GA $135; VIP $185Friday, Sept. 11 — Flavors of Atlanta, hosted by Andrew Zimmern
Tasting Tents presented by Goya Foods
VIP 6:30–10 p.m.; general admission 7:30–10 p.m.
Walk-around tasting highlighting Latin, Asian, Caribbean and other influences. Featured chefs include Monique and Paul Feybesse and Tana Bhamaraniyama. Caribbean dancers and a steel pannist perform.
GA $155; VIP $205Saturday, Sept. 12 — The Southern Spread, hosted by Shawn Osbey
Tasting Tents presented by Goya Foods
VIP noon–3:30 p.m.; general admission 1–3:30 p.m.
Southern classics and modern interpretations. Featured chefs include Biff “MrBBQ” Smith, Gee Smalls, Gary Caldwell, Renee Blackman and Duane Nutter.
GA $155; VIP $205Saturday, Sept. 12 — Stacked: The Burger Social, hosted by Ford Fry, presented by Mike’s Amazing
VIP 6:30–9:30 p.m.; general admission 7:15–9:30 p.m.
Burger tasting with participating chefs including Billy Kramer and Eleazar Fuerte of Mike’s Amazing. Guests vote for the Mike’s Amazing People’s Choice Burger Award.
GA $125; VIP $155Saturday, Sept. 12 — Whiskey & Fire Atlanta
Guardian Works, 775 Echo St. NW
VIP 5–8:30 p.m.; general admission 5:45–8:30 p.m.
Second-year collaboration between Heritage Fire and Whiskies of the World, with open-fire cooking by chefs including Black Girls Grilling and Biff “MrBBQ” Smith and hundreds of whiskies.
GA $129; early access $169Sunday, Sept. 13 — The Homecoming, hosted by Kardea Brown
Tasting Tents presented by Goya Foods
VIP and general admission noon–3:30 p.m.
Grill-focused tasting with a live marching band. Featured chefs include Simon Warren.
GA $135; VIP $185Sunday, Sept. 13 — Southern Fried: A Fried Chicken Affair, hosted by Kelli Potter
VIP 4:30–7:30 p.m.; general admission 5:15–7:30 p.m.
Walk-around fried chicken tasting from Southern and global styles. Chefs include Ronald Hsu and Anthony Dudley.
GA $125; VIP $155Tickets and the complete calendar are available at atlfoodandwinefestival.com.
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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In a neighborhood oozing with culinary vibes, Summerhill is poised to welcome a new chapter in Atlanta’s vibrant food story.
Chef Demetrius Brown, the visionary behind the intimate Heritage Supper Club and co-owner of Inman Park’s beloved Bread & Butterfly, is poised to open Heritage, a brick-and-mortar food concept, next year, according to a news release.
When Will Heritage Open in Atlanta?
Heritage, which will be dedicated to the rich tapestry of African, Caribbean, and Afro-American cuisine, is set to open Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 63 Georgia Avenue SE — right in the heart of Summerhill’s thriving Georgia Avenue corridor.
For Brown, whose Trinidadian and Jamaican roots infuse every dish, this move represents more than just a new address. It’s a homecoming of sorts.
Born into a family of storytellers around the kitchen table, Brown launched Heritage Supper Club in 2021 as a pandemic-era pop-up, hosting intimate seven-course tasting menus that blended personal memory with global heritage.
Photo credit: Star Chefs
Drawing from his great-grandmother’s recipes and years of fine-dining experience — including stints at Serenbe’s The Hill and Decatur’s The Pinewood — the series quickly earned accolades, from Atlanta Magazine’s “Best Food Pop-Up” in 2021 to features on Food Network’s Beat Bobby Flay and Chopped.
Now, with Heritage’s fixed location, Brown aims to make these elevated explorations accessible year-round, fostering deeper connections to the African diaspora’s underrepresented narratives on Atlanta’s plate.
The announcement comes at a pivotal moment for Summerhill, Atlanta’s original post-Civil War enclave that’s undergone a remarkable revival just a short walk away from Georgia State Parc Stadium (formerly Turner Field).
Once a quiet stretch shadowed by interstates and empty lots, Georgia Avenue has emerged as the epicenter of the city’s most eclectic food scene.
Here, barbecue pits smoke alongside Thai-fusion curries and wood-fired pizzas, creating a microcosm of Atlanta’s multicultural soul.
Several spots have even snagged Michelin Bib Gourmand nods for their quality and value, underscoring the neighborhood’s leap from overlooked to must-visit.
Brown’s Heritage will slot seamlessly into this mosaic, promising dishes like jerk-spiced prawns with plantain emulsion or collard green gnudi in coconut curry — thoughtful riffs that honor tradition while nodding to French influences from his Bread & Butterfly playbook.
While details on the full menu and opening timeline remain under wraps, early teasers suggest a cozy, space with an open kitchen, seasonal farm-sourced ingredients, and occasional supper club-style events to keep the pop-up spirit alive.
A Feast for Every Palate: Summerhill’s Expanding Table
Heritage’s arrival amplifies an already diverse lineup that’s drawing food lovers from across the metro area.
Summerhill’s restaurants aren’t just spots to grab a bite; they’re cultural hubs where hyperlocal ingredients meet bold global twists, often under eye-catching murals and in adaptive-reuse buildings.
Read: Where To Eat in Summerhill
From casual counters to refined lounges, here’s a taste of what makes this neighborhood a dining dynamo:
Southern National (611 North Avenue): Chef Duane Nutter’s 2023 arrival solidified Summerhill’s star status. This loft-like gem fuses Lowcountry soul with international flair — think Berber-spiced fried chicken, mussels simmered in collard green broth, and pimento cheese that’s pure Georgia poetry. It’s the go-to for date nights or pre-game gatherings, with garage doors that open to the street for that effortless Atlanta vibe.
Talat Market (112 Ormond Street): Tucked on a residential block, this Thai-Southern hybrid from chef Parnass Savang is a color-splashed love letter to family roots. Green curry with Georgia catfish and turnips or hamachi crudo kissed by peach and fish sauce? It’s the kind of inventive comfort that earned it a cult following. Bonus: Seasonal events like Songkran water festivals keep things lively.
Little Bear (51 Georgia Avenue): The quintessential neighborhood nook, helmed by Jarrett Stieber, who marries his Jewish-Atlanta heritage with Southern staples. Dive into chicken meatballs over congee with a Manischewitz glaze or turnip-green soup spiked with kimchi and matzo. Craft cocktails add a playful edge, making it ideal for brunch or a low-key happy hour.
Wood’s Chapel BBQ (85 Georgia Avenue): A nod to Summerhill’s church supper legacy, this wood-fired haven slings whole-hog wonders, prime brisket, and smoked salmon. Sides like Mexican street corn and creamy beans round out platters perfect for tailgates or family feasts — all in a space adorned with Atlanta political memorabilia.
Grits & Eggs (565 Hank Aaron Drive): The newest soul food sibling in a mini-empire spanning Buckhead to Vinings, it opened late last year with brunch heavy-hitters like lobster tail and grits, coconut pancakes, and lamb chops. It’s a hearty anchor for weekend warriors hitting the BeltLine nearby.
Rusty Taco (Summerhill Station): Fresh off its 2024 Georgia debut, this Texas import brings street-style tacos — think birria or veggie-loaded options — to the Publix-anchored plaza. Pair with a margarita flight for a quick, flavorful escape.
Halfway Crooks Beer Co. (60 Georgia Avenue): Not strictly a restaurant, but its bierhaus bites (beer brats, currywurst, massive pretzels) and rooftop perch make it a Summerhill staple. The balanced brews — from lagers to radlers — pair perfectly with neighborhood hopping.
Hero Doughnuts & Buns (Multiple Georgia Avenue spots): For sweets with swagger, these fluffy, flavor-bomb doughnuts (try the cinnamon roll hybrid) and pillowy buns are a post-meal must. They’re expanding fast, with a side of frozen Greek yogurt at sister spot Psito next door.
How Crispy (71B Georgia Avenue): The fried chicken sandwich contender that crashed the fast-food debate with saucy, creative twists. Limited seating means it’s mostly takeout, but lines form for a reason — grab one en route to Heritage for the ultimate combo.
Psito (Adjacent to Hero): This March 2025 newcomer from Birmingham’s Pihakis Group channels Greece via fast-casual: Fresh-baked pitas stuffed with grilled meats, vibrant salads, and creamy frozen Greek yogurt. It’s a light, shareable contrast to the heavier hitters.
From Jamaican patties at pop-ups to vegan greenhouses in the works at Nourish Botanica, Summerhill’s scene thrives on inclusivity and innovation.
For reservations at Bread & Butterfly or updates on Heritage, visit breadandbutterfly.com. Stay tuned to Atlanta Local Eats for more on Summerhill’s simmering spots.
Final Word
Chefs here source from Georgia farms, experiment fearlessly (kimchi in collards, anyone?), and build community — much like Brown plans to do.
As Heritage gears up for its 2026 debut, it joins a wave of anticipation in a neighborhood that’s proving Atlanta’s food future is as rooted in history as it is forward-looking.
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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ATLANTA — Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza, the Miami-born concept known for star-shaped pies and slow-fermented dough, has opened its third Georgia location at Inman Quarter, expanding a fast-growing Atlanta foothold into one of the city’s busiest dining neighborhoods.
The new restaurant is at 299 N. Highland Ave. NE, Suite S, next to cocktail bar Little Spirit. It occupies a roughly 1,440-square-foot dining room with about 1,000 square feet of patio space, replacing the former Char Korean barbecue.
Michelin-Recommended Pizzeria Mister O1 Opens Third Georgia Restaurant in Inman Park
Hours are 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
The brand was founded in 2014 by Italian chef Renato Viola, who came to Miami Beach on an O-1 visa granted for extraordinary artistic ability. What began as a hard-to-find South Beach shop has grown into a national chain recognized for thin, naturally fermented crust, imported Italian and local ingredients, and playful specialty pizzas. Mister O1 already operates in Sandy Springs and Buckhead.
“We’re honored to join the Inman Quarter community and bring our artisan approach to a neighborhood that values both quality and creativity,” Viola said. “Inman Park is exactly the kind of place where people come together, and that’s at the heart of everything we do.”
Georgia operations are led by partners Miguel Blatt, Daniel Scala and Brandon Weitz. Blatt previously said the Inman Quarter site fit the company’s focus on neighborhood dining. Dough is made with Italian “00” flour and fermented for 72 to 96 hours. Pizzas come in 8-inch and 13-inch sizes.
Signature items include the Star Luca, a star-shaped pie with ricotta-filled points, tomato sauce, mozzarella, spicy Calabrese salami and basil; the Coffee Paolo, with tomato sauce, mozzarella, gorgonzola, honey, coffee and spicy salami; and the Mimmo, topped with spicy salami, Italian sausage, honey, basil, ranch and spicy black truffle seasoning. Classics such as cheese and pepperoni remain on the menu, along with calzones, salads, burrata with rosemary focaccia and desserts.
The opening continues Mister O1’s push beyond Florida and Texas into intown Atlanta after suburban and Buckhead debuts in 2025. For Inman Park diners, it adds another high-profile pizza option to a stretch already known for walkable restaurants and patios.
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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Mister Burger is expanding from Buckhead to downtown Decatur in September 2026, taking over the former Casa Balam space on West Ponce de Leon Avenue.
The smashburger spot that opened in 2025 at 308 Pharr Road NE has built a following for late-night smashburgers on sesame-seed brioche buns, loaded fries, onion rings, and milkshakes (including a Biscoff version). The new location will occupy 201 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., the site previously occupied by Casa Balam, which closed over the summer after operating in the old Ted’s Montana Grill space.
Mister Burger Decatur Location Coming
Mister Burger is opening Friday, Sept. 11 with a grand opening weekend of deals, including free “single” smash burgers for all three days, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
What the Buckhead original offers
Mister Burger keeps the menu tight: Single Smash, Double Smash, and an Impossible version, all with grilled onions, pickles, cheese, and house sauce. Sides include seasoned fries (often ordered loaded with cheese, chopped patty, and sauce), nacho fries, and onion rings. It operates as a walk-up/takeout window with a drive-thru, stays open until 1 a.m. most nights and 3:30 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and added lunch service in 2026. Reviews consistently praise the crispy-edged, peppery-seasoned patties and late-night hours.
The Buckhead spot shares a building with Habitat bar upstairs and has hosted anniversary events with specials, DJs, and rooftop access.
Why the Decatur move matters
Downtown Decatur already has a strong burger scene, including Smileys Burger Club (which itself is opening a Summerhill location on Sept. 1). Mister Burger’s arrival fills a recently vacated space and brings a focused smashburger concept with proven late-night demand into a walkable, family- and nightlife-oriented downtown. The original location’s compact format and emphasis on one well-executed item should translate well to the new site, though specifics on hours, indoor seating, or any menu additions remain unconfirmed.
Check Mister Burger’s Instagram (@misterburgeratl) and local outlets such as Rough Draft Atlanta for opening-week details, hours, and any Decatur-specific promotions as September approaches. The expansion continues Atlanta’s busy 2026 restaurant calendar of new and relocated concepts.
If you’re a health nut and want more local healthy food choices, perhaps you’ll be interested in our Guide to Local Farmers Markets.
We also have special coverage of Black Farmers In Atlanta as well as How To Keto In Atlanta.
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Whether you want a polished weeknight dinner or a weekend date night that doesn’t drain the budget, North Atlanta’s neighborhood Italian favorite has a timely answer.
North Italia is offering a limited-time $40 three-course prix fixe dinner, available daily from 4 p.m. to close from August 19 through September 30 at its Perimeter and Buckhead locations.
North Italia’s $40 3-Course Dinner in Perimeter and Buckhead: What To Know
The offer is dine-in only and gives guests a curated three-course meal built around the restaurant’s house-made specialties. Starters lead into signature pastas such as Spicy Rigatoni Vodka and the house-specialty Bolognese, with richer plates like Chicken Parmesan and Roasted Salmon among the entrée options.
Dinner wraps with desserts that include the fan-favorite Salted Caramel Budino. Other participating locations nationwide are running a similar $40 dinner through September 30, with some markets priced at $45.
The prix fixe is easy to dress up with a drink. Guests can add handcrafted cocktails such as the Sicilian Margarita and Pomegranate Mule, or skip the alcohol with zero-proof options like the Piña No-Lada. Summer is also winding down at the bar: North Italia’s nostalgia-inspired Summer Sips campaign, themed around familiar warm-weather flavors, runs through September 7. Catch those limited cocktails while they last, then settle in for a three-course dinner that feels special without the special-occasion price.
Reservations are recommended at both Atlanta-area restaurants—Buckhead at Lenox Square and Perimeter in Dunwoody—especially on weekends. The $40 menu is a simple way to get pasta, a proper entrée, and dessert in one sitting before the offer ends on September 30.
If you want to check out some other food spots in the area, here are the best restaurants in Buckhead. Or you might like to read our Buckhead Steak Guide to find all the best eateries offering mouth-watering prime cuts.
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Atlanta actors and extras have some new opportunities available to them right now. All you have to do is submit for the roles.
In this article, we’ve curated the best ones so you can make it to the small and big screen. Take a look at the casting calls below, which are all in the Atlanta area.
Here Are The Latest Atlanta Casting Calls For Movies & TVs Filming Now
This guide covers the latest Atlanta casting calls for movies and TV shows filming in metro Atlanta, Savannah, Macon, and surrounding areas. Submissions are often via email or online forms—act fast as spots fill quickly. Always verify details directly with casting directors.
Take a look at these Atlanta casting calls updated this week:
Italian Type Sought in Atlanta
For Friday – 8/14 in the Griffin GA area — we are looking for an additional male 9-12 years old — Caucasian Italian look or similar — funeral sequence – small scene — email a recent photo, age and all parents contact info to: ExtrasCastingAtl@gmail.com — Family in Subject
Now Casting: Featured Military Likeness Role (PHOTOS)
KIDS CASTING
Senoia, GA
Casting kids, ages 6 to 15, all ethnicities to play the kids of an actor.
**Please have your GDOL number handy**
Date: Sept 11th
Rate: $120/8
Location: Senoia, GASTEP 1: HOW TO APPLY:
STEP 2: AVAILABILITY Here
WIFE OF ACTOR CASTING
Senoia, GA
Casting a female, ages late 20s to early 40s, confident & beautiful, to portray the wife of an actress. (Potential for additional days)
Date: Sept 10th & 11thRate: $182/12 per dayLocation: Senoia, GASTEP 1: HOW TO APPLY:
STEP 2: AVAILABILITY Here
Monday Night Football Casting
EXPERIENCED STAND-IN FOR ESPN MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL — NEWNAN, GA
Hylton Casting is currently casting a Black / African American male stand-in for a special ESPN Monday Night Football shoot filming in Newnan, GA.
We are seeking an experienced stand-in for a Grammy Award-winning artist.
STAND-IN ROLE
* Black / African American Male
* Age 20+
* Height: 5’8”–5’10”
* Stand-in experience strongly preferred
SHOOT DATE
Sunday, August 30, 2026
LOCATION
Newnan, GA
PRELIMINARY CALL TIME
Approximately 8:00 PM
Please note: Call time is preliminary and subject to change.
PAY RATE
$250 guaranteed for 8 hours + overtime after 8 hours
IMPORTANT AVAILABILITY
This will be a late call / overnight shoot.
You must have 12+ hours of availability and be prepared to work overnight.
TO SUBMIT: Click here.
Challenger Casting in Atlanta
NOW CASTING EXPERIENCED STAND-INS — CHALLENGER (LIMITED SERIES)
Casting TaylorMade is currently seeking EXPERIENCED STAND-INS, AGES 18+ for the upcoming limited series CHALLENGER filming in Atlanta, GA.
We truly appreciate everyone who is interested in getting involved with a production and gaining experience. However, due to the scope, schedule and specific demands of this series, CHALLENGER is not the production where we are looking to train first-time stand-ins.
For this casting call, we will be prioritizing performers with previous professional stand-in experience.
If you submit without stand-in experience, you are welcome to do so, but please understand that you will likely not hear from us regarding this particular casting call.
Previous photo double experience is also extremely helpful, so please tell us about that below!
BLOCK 1 FILMING DATESSeptember 21st — November 4th, 2026
The series will continue filming through February 28th, 2027.
We are looking for experienced stand-ins with a wide range of availability — from those available for a single day to those who could potentially work throughout the entire run of the series.
We will also be building our RECURRING CORE CHARACTER STAND-IN TEAM, with select stand-ins potentially working consistently throughout the production.
Because stand-in work requires consistency, reliability and familiarity with the position, your overall availability is extremely important.
FILMING LOCATION: ATLANTA, GA
Must be able to work as a local.
No travel or housing will be provided.
STAND-IN RATE$200/12 hrs
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𝘓̳𝘐̳𝘡̳𝘈̳𝘙̳𝘋̳ 𝘔̳𝘜̳𝘚̳𝘐̳𝘊̳
**𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬**
Seeking Core BG
With a Head measurement of L 21.59”-23.62”
Dates: 9/16, 9/17, 9/18, 9/21, 9/22, 9/23, 9/24, 9/28, 9/29, 9/30, 10/1
Rate: 210/12Location: Fayetteville & surrounding areas Fitting Dates: 9/10 & 9/14 Rate: $50Location: FayettevilleHOW TO SUBMIT
Email – Extras@RoseLockeCasting.comSend at least 3 pics (include a dated photo and full body)
include age, height, weight, Sizes, and all contact info
SUBJECT: MULTI DATE BOOKING
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Casting Call for Kiddo Double
𝐑𝐎𝐒𝐄 𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐊𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆
𝘓̳𝘐̳𝘡̳𝘈̳𝘙̳𝘋̳ 𝘔̳𝘜̳𝘚̳𝘐̳𝘊̳
Seeking a full time photo double for child actor
Caucasian Male – blonde hair
Sizes below:
Height 4’5 Inches
Pant Size; Youth 8
Shoe Size : Youth 3
Date: Open Avail Aug – OctoberLocation: Fayetteville and Surrounding AreasHOW TO SUBMIT
Email – Extras@RoseLockeCasting.comSend at least 3 pics (include a dated photo and full body)
include age, height, weight and all contact info
SUBJECT: LZMU KID DOUBLE
HOW TO APPLY:
There are 2 steps to submit for this role:
STEP 1 – Complete the availability form.
Now Casting for Feature Film in Atlanta
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𝘓̳𝘐̳𝘡̳𝘈̳𝘙̳𝘋̳ 𝘔̳𝘜̳𝘚̳𝘐̳𝘊̳
**𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬**
Seeking Men & Women to portray couples at a Marriage counseling Retreat
All Ethnicities / Ages 35-60
Real Couples are encouraged to apply!!
We will create couples as well!
If you already submitted no need to submit again.
Date: August 27th & 28th Rate: 196/12Location: Newnan, GaHOW TO SUBMIT
Email – Extras@RoseLockeCasting.comSend at least 3 pics (include a dated photo and full body)
include age, height, weight and all contact info
SUBJECT: COUPLES RETREAT
𝐑𝐎𝐒𝐄 𝐋𝐎𝐂𝐊𝐄 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆
𝘓̳𝘐̳𝘡̳𝘈̳𝘙̳𝘋̳ 𝘔̳𝘜̳𝘚̳𝘐̳𝘊̳
Seeking Caucasian Male Stand in
6’4-6’6 / Dark hair
Please list any stand in Experience
Dates: 8/18, 9/3, 9/4, 9/9, 9/14, 9/15, 9/16, 9/17, 9/18, 9/21, 9/23, 9/24, 9/25, 9/28, 9/30,10/1 Rate: 210/12Location: Fayetteville Ga & surrounding areasHOW TO SUBMIT
Email – Extras@RoseLockeCasting.comSend at least 3 pics (include a dated photo and full body)
include age, height, weight and all contact info
SUBJECT: R1 STAND IN
Now Casting in Atlanta: Divorce Court
hink your relationship could survive Judge Star’s toughest questions?
Whether you’re arguing about trust, family, finances, communication, or a major relationship crossroads, Divorce Court wants to hear your story.
Now casting real couples for an upcoming season.
Apply today: hyltoncasting.com/divorcecourtcouples
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Casting Kountry Wayne Skits in Atlanta
We are casting for roles in an ongoing online soap opera, filmed in a short-form skit format that heavily relies on improv. We are looking for talented individuals who can bring energy, creativity, and spontaneity to each scene.
Filming Details:
Date: Friday
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: [Location details will be provided upon confirmation]
Compensation: $50 per skit
Call Times: To minimize wait times, individual call times will be scheduled accordingly.
All roles have the potential to become recurring in future projects. Each skit is approximately three minutes long and is completely improv-based, so strong improvisational skills are highly encouraged!
How to Apply:
If you are available, please submit the following:Full Name
Email
Phone Number
Recent HeadshotSubmit your information as soon as possible. We look forward to seeing your talent!
You can generate some much-needed extra money as of late by submitting for some pretty cool casting opportunities for extras in Atlanta at this time. All you have to do is submit. Are you ready to appear on the big or small screen?
Final Word
With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.
There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.
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ATLANTA — Sisters Nakoreya “Nako” Roberson and Narie Roberson will mark a new chapter for their Southwest Atlanta hospitality project Friday with a grand opening and ribbon cutting for BOSK Café, joined by Mayor Andre Dickens.
The ceremony is set for 2:30 p.m. Friday, August 28, at 510 Fairburn Road, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30331, in the Fairburn Mays area often called SWATS. The celebration marks a great aedition to South Fulton’s restaurant scene.
BOSK Café Opens in South Fairburn
BOSK Café is the coffee, wine, and tapas counterpart to BOSK (Big Oomp Studio Kitchen), the smash-burger restaurant the Roberson sisters operate next door in Suite 400. The businesses honor the legacy of their father, Korey “Big Oomp” Roberson, founder of Atlanta’s pioneering independent label Big Oomp Records. The café name also nods to “Building On Success Kindly.”
The sisters, both Atlanta natives, describe the café as a woman-owned, Black-owned “third place” — a neighborhood living room between home and work.
What’s On the Menu at BOSK Café?
The menu leans into breakfast and lunch staples such as sweet potato chicken biscuits, avocado toast, açaí bowls, matcha, lattes, salmon grilled cheese, and shareable tapas, with wine service later in the day. Events have included book clubs, networking nights, karaoke, and wine tastings.
In interviews, Nako and Narie have framed the project as investment from within the community rather than displacement of it. They have said they chose Fairburn Road because they wanted the space to feel like home for people who grew up in Southwest Atlanta, even as the corridor changes. Mayor Dickens has previously visited the BOSK complex, and Friday’s ribbon cutting puts city hall’s spotlight on two local women expanding a family business on the city’s southwest side.
Where is BOSK Café Located?
BOSK Café is located at 510 Fairburn Rd. SW, Suite 300. Details and hours are listed at boskcafeandwine.com and boskatl.com.
South Fulton continues to be a place with plentiful things to do, see and eat! If you like that part of town, don’t sleep on College Park either.
If you like barbecue, see our list of the Best Atlanta BBQ Restaurants.
As for eateries below I-20, these Southside Atlanta restaurants have developed quite a following.
More Food Coverage:
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Two chef-driven Japanese concepts from Atlanta locals are set to expand the city’s growing Asian culinary scene this week. NoriFish, a sushi destination featuring seafood flown in from Tokyo’s Toyosu Fish Market, and Okiboru, a ramen and tsukemen restaurant that earned a MICHELIN Bib Gourmand, will open Friday, August 28, in the Central Food Hall at Ponce City Market in Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward.
The openings, which we told you about earlier this year, strengthen the neighborhood’s reputation as a hub for diverse Asian flavors, alongside Midtown’s established Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, Chinese, and other East and Southeast Asian dining options.
NoriFish and Okiboru Opening This Weekend in Ponce City Market
Ponce City Market’s food hall already showcases a global mix; with these additions it will offer more than 25 concepts spanning Japanese, Puerto Rican, Mexican, Vietnamese, Italian, Thai, American, Persian, Chinese, and Korean cuisines.
Both restaurants come from Sean Park, a formally trained sushi chef with 15 years of experience in traditional Japanese cuisine, and ramen specialist Justin Lim. NoriFish, founded by Park in 2022, already has locations in Buckhead and Sandy Springs.
Its tightly curated menu for the Ponce City Market spot centers on made-to-order hand rolls, fully seasoned signature sushi rolls, and Japanese small plates that rotate with the seasons and ingredient availability. Chef Park prioritizes precision, bold flavor, and craftsmanship.
The beverage program, developed with Atlanta mixologist and certified sake advisor Hendry Kurniawan, includes light craft cocktails, approachable house and premium sakes, local and Japanese lagers, and crisp wines.
Okiboru, co-founded by Park and Lim and first opened in Los Angeles in 2018, focuses on traditional ramen and tsukemen (dipping noodles). The concept has locations in Sandy Springs, Buckhead, Duluth, and Buford, Georgia, plus three in New York.
Its Ponce City Market menu will highlight collagen-rich broths, house-made noodles, appetizers, and rice dishes. Drinks feature cocktails, versatile sakes, lagers, clean craft beers, and non-alcoholic options such as teas and soft drinks. Lim’s extensive exploration of ramen across Japan combines with Park’s culinary discipline to emphasize depth, consistency, and craftsmanship.
“I’ve always believed you can respect Japanese tradition while still finding ways to make it your own,” said Co-founder and Chef Sean Park. “That’s really what these two concepts represent. NoriFish is our expression of sushi, and Okiboru is our take on ramen and tsukemen. We’ve spent years refining both, and we’re excited to finally share them together at Ponce City Market.”
Adam Schwegman, Head of Retail Leasing at Jamestown, noted the broader appeal: “Ponce City Market provides the potential for multiple culinary journeys with each visit. With the openings of NoriFish and Okiboru, the Central Food Hall is now home to over 25 concepts representing cuisine from around the world.”
Together, the restaurants present a modern take on Japanese dining that honors tradition while pushing flavor forward, reflecting the brands’ commitment to integrity, discipline, and quality. Their arrival further cements Old Fourth Ward and nearby Midtown as go-to destinations for Atlanta’s evolving Asian food landscape.
Final Word
Atlanta has some of the best Asian cuisine in the Southeast. If you’re gluten-free, there’s plenty of options. Same goes for keto-friendly restaurants.
Here are the best new restaurants in Atlanta
