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Citizens Market ATL Opens In Phipps Plaza

CJ Johnson April 28, 2023

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Are you ready to check out another Atlanta food hall? Citizens Market ATL had its grand opening on Thursday, April 27, 2023. The food venue is now serving the public.

Now Open: Citizens Market ATL In Phipps Plaza

Citizens Market Food Hall at Phipps Plaza is part of the modern mixed-use Phipps Plaza redevelopment which includes One Phipps Plaza office tower, Nobu Hotel & Restaurant, Life Time® luxury athletic club, dozens of luxury retail stores and more.

The Buckhead food hall has several restaurants that you can check out in the Phipps Plaza space.

Citizens Market Atlanta is a 25,000-square-foot lifestyle food hall, bar, and event space in Phipps Plaza. The culinary experience has eight distinctive food concepts and full-service bar serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week.

What Restaurants Can I Try At Citizens Market ATL?

One of the faves to look forward to is Ella Mia, which is featuring a delicious Greek dolma salad with chunky vegetables, rice stuffed grape leaves, black olives, Israeli feta cheese and olive oil with a sprinkle of lemon juice.

Among the food spaces you can try include:
- Sam’s Crispy Chicken
- Ella Mia
- Sa’Moto
- Pizza Jeans
- Soom Soom
- Cicci Di Carne
- El Pollo Verde
- Krispy Rice
- Umami Burger
Where Is Citizens Market ATL Located?

Citizens Market ATL is located at 3500 Peachtree Rd NE Atlanta, Ga. 30326. Here is a map to help you find it.

Final Word

Citizens Market is a product of partnership between Legends, which is providing hospitality partners, and C³’s providing the chef inspired and award-winning culinary branding.

Speaking of chefs, the effort has enlisted such acclaimed kitchen talent as Dani Garcia, Masaharu Morimoto, Dario Cecchini, Ralph Perrazzo, and Wes Avila.

With its sleek design and top-notch offerings, Citizens Market will no doubt become Atlanta’s premier dining hotspot. Have you tried it?

Food spots are second nature to Buckhead, one of the Southeast’s richest areas. There are many cool things to do in Buckhead and eating at its many restaurants is one of them.

Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
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Atlanta Burger Week 2023: Eat At These Restaurants

CJ Johnson April 21, 2023

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There’s nothing like a well done beef patty, melted cheese with all the fixings. Yes, it’s ATL Burger Week.

We’re going to tell you everything you need to know about Atlanta Burger Week this year, so you can participate (i.e. eat) at local restaurants.

When Is Atlanta Burger Week 2023?

Atlanta Burger Week runs from April 17-23, 2023 and it’s all about supporting local restaurants. Along with showcasing the best burger restaurants in Atlanta, Burger Week is a time to get some delicious food.

Ahh, the hamburger. Lionized in fast-food lore as laden between a sesame bun, the hamburger has been castigated and criticized by health kickers for years, yet remains America’s most accessible meal. Notice we said meal. Yes, a real hamburger is a meal unto itself.

Support These Restaurants For Atlanta Burger Week

ATL is the epicenter this week as Atlanta Burger Week is on and poppin’ like French fry grease. The annual partnership between the Georgia Beef Board and Creative Loafing brings ATL Burger Week to the city once again.
Of course, with the delish deal, you’ll be encouraged to vote for your favorite burger at atlburgerweek.com.

ANNA’S BBQ BARBECUE

Black-owned business Anna’s BBQ boasts a lengthy traditional barbecue menu. The comfortable, family friendly atmosphere makes this Kirkwood institution well worth the visit.

ARGOSY BAR OR PUB

This multilevel gastropub in East Atlanta Village is the latest venture from the Bookhouse Pub/MJQ crew. Inside, nautical references and rustic, vintage flourishes cater to the gamut of hipsters, foodies, and craft beer lovers. Prepare for a wait. | more…

BAD DADDY’S BURGERS (4 ATL LOCATIONS) BURGERS AND SANDWICHES

Bad Daddy’s Burgers has four locations in Atlanta – Chamblee, Roswell, Smyrna and Decatur. Bad Daddy’s website: Our philosophy to prepare simple foods–such as the quintessential American dish, the hamburger–with culinary passion satisfied a craving among restaurant-goers like nothing had before. | more…

BANTAM PUB BAR OR PUB

In the heart of Old Fourth Ward, just seconds from the Atlanta Beltline, our brunch makes the weekend something to celebrate. | more…

BLACK BEAR TAVERN BAR OR PUB

Watering hole with full menu in Brookwood neighborhood of Buckhead. Located across from Piedmont Hospital. | more…

BOGGS SOCIAL & SUPPLY BAR OR PUB

Boggs’ Facebook: “West end self service essentials: Booze, Gaja Korean street food truck, brunch, & coffee on beltline adjacent patio…” | more…

BULLA GASTROBAR RESTAURANT

From Bulla’s website: “Set out to create the kind of place that stirs the senses and stimulates the appetite. inspired by the famous gastrobars in spain, bulla was born.” Part of a chain originating from Miami. | more…

DAKOTA BLUE RESTAURANT

Located in one of Grant Park’s few commercial strips, this affordable restaurant offers a tasty, simple brunch menu. Also: sidewalk dining. | more…

FARM BURGER (5 ATL LOCATIONS) BURGERS AND SANDWICHES

A burger joint with an emphasis on sustainability, depending on local farmers for 100 percent grass-fed beef. 5 Atlanta locations – Decatur, Grant Park, Buckhead, Dunwoody and Peachtree Corners. | more…

GRANT PARK MARKET GROCERY STORE

Neighborhood Specialty Grocery, Wine, Beer and local eatery located in the Grant Park neighborhood. Gather is the take-out restaurant located inside Grant Park Market. | more…

GRINDHOUSE KILLER BURGERS (5 ATL LOCATIONS) BURGERS AND SANDWICHES

Big juicy burgers with some creative twists, plus Vidalia onion rings, and thick milkshakes. The original location is in Sweet Auburn Curb Market. | more…

GRUB BURGER BAR (3 ATL LOCATIONS) BURGERS AND SANDWICHES

Grub Burger dishes out an extensive burger menu featuring everything from the “guacapotle” burger (topped with chipotle aioli, cheddar cheese, and handmade guacamole) to the Texas luau burger (topped with braised pulled pork, a grilled pineapple slice, grilled jalapeños, teriyaki and barbecue sauce)… | more…

HERO DOUGHNUTS AND BUNS BURGERS AND SANDWICHES

Early mornings, loading a van, setting up a farmer’s market tent in the cold, heat, rain and sun. The first Hero Doughnuts outpost was a shared commercial kitchen where founder Will Drake’s 2-day process of making brioche style, yeast doughnuts started. Fresh fruit cooked down and mixed into glazes … | more…

HOBNOB TAVERN (4 ATL LOCATIONS) RESTAURANT

HOBNOB Tavern has 2 locations open currently (Sept/2020) with plans to open at Atlanta Station and in Alpharetta in Fall 2020. Hobnob: Open in 2010 in Midtown (moving to Atlantic Station in Fall, 2020), HOBNOB is a “spirited” place, featuring one of the largest collections of bourbon and whiskey in … | more…

PIJIU BELLY RESTAURANT

Its name is a Chinese take on “beer belly,” the cuisine skews all sorts of directions, from kimchi to whole rotisserie chickens. Burgers, spicy roast pork belly, nachos, corn dogs, poutine, and charcuterie are also on the menu, rounding out a surprising mix. | more…

THE ALBERT RESTAURANT

The Albert is a comfortable neighborhood watering hole that serves consistently good bar food and drinks. It’s also a great place to catch a sports game on TV or screen the latest episode of the “The Walking Dead.” | more…

THE GLENWOOD BARBECUE

A friendly neighborhood gastropub in the heart of East Atlanta Village, the Glenwood offers a great hangout. Its handsomely appointed interior is a fine spot for socializing or watching a sporting event, and its kitchen turns out moderately priced, satisfying fare a notch above average pub grub. | more…

THE IMPERIAL BAR OR PUB

A neighborhood pub in Oakhurst, the Imperial features Southern comfort and typical bar food with a twist. The menu features a host of appetizers including black-eyed pea dip and la poutine de Georgia, but guests will also find wings, sandwiches, and burgers as well. | more…

THE MIDWAY PUB BAR OR PUB

This East Atlanta pub serves great bar food without jumping on the gastropub bandwagon. During the warmer months, grab a seat on the massive patio. A neighborhood staple and local favorite.

If you want something to wash it all down with, check out which eateries are also offering $5 Evan Williams Peach Bourbon drinks as part of the deal as well.

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Chef Deborah VanTrece To Open Italian Restaurant in Cascade Heights

CJ Johnson April 20, 2023

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Atlanta chef and restaurateur Deborah VanTrece is opening an Italian restaurant called La Parnada, AtlantaFi.com has learned.

The new Italian restaurant will be housed in the space formerly occupied by VanTrece’s Latin soul food eatery, Serenidad, which closed abruptly in February.

Chef Deborah VanTrece To Open Italian Restaurant La Pernada

VanTrece’s new restaurant La Pernada will open its doors on May 12, 2023, around the same time the finalists for the James Beard Awards, which honor the nation’s top chefs and food creators, are announced. VanTrece is a semifinalist this year.

The new eatery is a relatively small space, which suits VanTrace just fine these days.

“I was at a point [before the pandemic] when I was looking for bigger space,” she told Nation’s Restaurant News. “We need bigger! We need bigger!” she said. “And now I’ve completely gotten that out of my head where I don’t want to take that big space, the challenges — not just the expenses related to it, but even the employment.”

She also owns Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours in West Midtown and Oreatha’s at the Point in Cascade.

As for La Pernada, the menu will specialize in traditional Italian fare prepared with local ingredients, according to a news release.

Where Is La Pernada Located?

La Pernada is located at 2317 Cascade Rd, Atlanta, GA 30311. Here’s a map to help you find it.

Final Word

The VanTrece Hospitality Group continues to push the plate when it comes to expansion around Atlanta. We can’t wait to try the fare at La Pernarda.

Chef VanTrece’s take on Italian cuisine will no doubt be a hit in Cascade Heights. The eatery will add to the great black-owned restaurants you need to know about in the city.

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10 Must-Try Restaurants In Sandy Springs

CJ Johnson April 15, 2023

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If you’re looking to try a tasty dish in Sandy Springs, you may wonder where to go. The city’s restaurant scene punches above its weight and then some.

This article will show you some of the best restaurants to eat at in Sandy Springs.

C&S Seafood & Oyster Bar – Sandy Springs

6125 Roswell Rd Suite 700, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 | (470) 427-3826

Photo credit: C&S Seafood & Oyster

Here’s what one customer says about C&S Seafood & Oyster Bar. “Can you say amazing!!! The best charbroiled oysters ever! The Cesar salad was great I loved the dressing! The bread was even great! Great simple Atmosphere great vibe! Our Waiter was wonderful great experience!”

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar

4600 Roswell Rd Bldg C Ste 110, Sandy Springs, GA 30342 | (404) 649-6334

Here’s what one diner at Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar says. “Cute atmosphere with plenty of opportunities for freebies and discounts on your meal. The ingredients seem fairly high quality and well prepared. Definitely recommend the Tupelo Shrimp and Grits and the Fried Green Tomatoes, some of the better versions of those dishes I’ve had anywhere. The Creole Shrimp Linguine, while decent and filling, was a bit bland so not really worth ordering compared to the shrimp and grits.”

Abuelos Mexican Kitchen and Cantina

6631 Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 | (404) 565-0410

Here’s what one customer says about Abuelos. “Definitely looking forward to our second visit here. Hands down best margaritas and oh did I mention the outstanding and superb steak tacos we had. Best homemade salsa ever!!! And best customer service bar none. So if your looking the best go to Abuelos mexican. Roswell rd Sandy Springs.”

NAM Kitchen

6400 Blue Stone Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 | (404) 205-5510

Here’s what one diner says about NAM Kitchen. “We had a fantastic lunch. The food and drinks were fresh and delicious. The customer service was amazing. Definitely some of the best pho and sushi I’ve ever had. Very authentic. Love the aesthetic of the place as well. Cute and cozy.”

Southern Bistro

4920 Roswell Rd Suite 55, Sandy Springs, GA 30342 | (404) 705-8444

Here’s what one customer says about Southern Bistro. “This is one of the best breakfast spots I have been to in a long time. The food was delicious and well seasoned. The staff was so personable and Mrs. Maggie was such a joy. I was well please.”

Jinya Ramen Bar

5975 Roswell Rd Suite B217, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 | (404) 600-6974

Here’s what one person says about Jinya Ramen Bar. “The ramen is one of the best I’ve had. The noodles aren’t overcooked and just right. Even the broth was delicious to drink afterwards. The chicken was fried but it wasn’t soggy even though it was sitting in the broth. It kept it’s consistency.”

Rumi’s Kitchen

6112 Roswell Rd, Atlanta, GA 30328 | (404) 477-2100

Here’s what one customer says about Rumi’s Kitchen in Sandy Springs. “Beautiful atmosphere, excellent service, spectacular food! We had the sea bass- melt in your mouth! The baklava was heavenly!! Rumi’s is the best!”

Tre Vele

6017 Sandy Springs Cir, Sandy Springs, GA 30328 | (404) 303-8423

Photo credit: Tre Vele

Here’s what one diner says about Tre Vele. “Phenomenal atmosphere at bar and one of our go-to favorite places because of Omar and Avery, who are mixologists.par excellent! Such a pleasure each time to dine at bar! Also, the delicious, slightly-spicy lasagna is a must-share entree! Best Caesar dressing around!”

Cibo e Beve

4969 Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30342 | (404) 250-8988

Here’s what one customer says about Cibo e Beve. “The food at Cibo e Beve is fantastic. My husband had the Tuscan kale and bean soup and the Carbonara pasta. Both were delicious. I had veal marsala and it was fabulous. The tiramisu dessert was the best I have ever had. The wait staff was wonderful. We certainly recommend this restaurant. We will be back for sure!”

Final Bite

North Fulton County has some great spots to enjoy a meal, including at The Avalon in Alpharetta and in Johns Creek.

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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10 Georgia Food Festivals You HAVE To Attend In 2023

CJ Johnson April 10, 2023

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Festival season is in effect in Atlanta and elsewhere in Georgia. The nice weather is pulling throngs of people outside to shop, eat and dance and we’re with all the events.

Georgia has quite a few festivals this time of year — and you should be there.

Here Are The Best Georgia Food Festivals For 2023

Ready to get a preview? Here are the best Georgia food festivals this year:

1. Lake Oconee Food Festival – March 17-19

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The Lake Oconee Food Festival is set to take place Friday, March 18 through Sunday, March 20, 2022, at the Ritz-Carlton-Lake Oconee. Learn more.

2. Wing & Rock Fest, March 25-26

Come on out to Canton, Georgia for the annual food and music festival at Etowah River Park, Canton, with chicken wings from local establishments, arts and crafts and children’s activities.

3. Georgia Food + Wine Festival — March 23-26

The Georgia Food & Wine Festival is set to take place on March 23 – 26, 2023. The event is happening at the Jim R. Miller Park & Event Center in Atlanta. Learn more.

4. Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival – March 25, 26

Photo credit: Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival

The Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival is slated for Saturday, March 25 and Sunday, March 26, 2023. The time of the festival runs from 10 a.m to 6 p.m.

5. Atlanta R&B Wine, Food and Music Festival — May 27

Who doesn’t like to enjoy a good meal while they listen to live music outdoors? The Atlanta R&B Wine Food & Music Festival is happening on Saturday, May 27, 2023.

6. Taste of Alpharetta, May 4

The Taste of Alpharetta has become a popular must-attend festival centered around food from dozens of local restaurants, live music and more. Free admission.

7. Atlanta Creole Food Festival — June 24

Do you love jambalaya, etoufee and the other bayou goodies? Don’t miss the Atlanta Creole Food Festival, which takes this June in the city.

Date and Time:

Sat, June 24, 2023, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT

8. Atlanta Food & Wine Festival – Sept. 12-17

Photo credit: Twitter/@ATLFoodAndWine

The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival will be held Tue, Sep 12 – Sun, Sep 17, 2023. The Atlanta Food & Wine Festival will feature scores of the best chefs, mixologists and culinary experts in the Southeast. Buy tickets here.

Explore Atlanta At Your Own Pace

Georgia’s mild weather makes the winter a pretty fun place, but when it warms up just a little bit, that’s when the food festivals take over. The best Georgia food festivals offer awesome food, strong cocktails, craft beer and live music.

So you’re in Atlanta for the weekend or a few more days. What to do? Well, first of all, there are quite a few things to see and do, but first you gotta eat!T

Take a look at the many food spots downtown Atlanta, or even in Buckhead That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are. CNN Center often has something cool going on! Check out these events in Atlanta today and this week and this weekend:

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Slutty Vegan opens on Georgia Tech campus in Atlanta

Slutty Vegan Opens Inside Truist Park, Home Of The Atlanta Braves

April 6, 2023

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It’s another home run for Slutty Vegan founder and CEO Pinky Cole! She recently opened a free-standing kiosk inside Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves. The eatery debuted on April 6, the day of the Braves opener.

The ballpark Slutty Vegan won’t offer the full menu you might find at one of its metro Atlanta restaurants. Instead, the kiosk has a modified menu featuring such items as the Big Dawg, a plant-based bratwurst with sauerkraut and Slut Sauce; tenderonis, crispy, plant-based chick’n tenders; Slutty Fries and more.

Atlanta Braves Fans Can Get ‘Sluttified’ At Truist Park

“Truist Park is such a fixture in Atlanta culture, and we’re thrilled to now be a part of that experience,” Cole said in a statement. “We can’t wait to knock it out of the park at the home of the Braves for many seasons to come!”

The Trust Park venture is Cole’s third Slutty Vegan opening of 2023. The restaurant recently opened in February on the campus of Georgia Tech.

Where Is Slutty Vegan In Truist Park?

Slutty Vegan is located in Section 130 by the third base gate.

Truist Park is located 10 miles northwest of downtown Atlanta in the Cumberland neighborhood of Cobb County. The best way to get to Truist Park is to plan ahead, arrive early and take advantage of all the transportation options Atlanta offers.

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How Many Slutty Vegan Locations Are In Metro Atlanta?

As of April 2023, there are has five Slutty Vegan locations in metro Atlanta and a plant-based bar, Bar Vegan. Cole has also expanded outside of the Peach State, with outposts in Birmingham, Alabama, and Brooklyn and Harlem in New York City.

Here is a list of Slutty Vegan locations in metro Atlanta:

Slutty Vegan Location	Address
Westview	1542 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW. Atlanta, GA 30310.
Old Fourth Ward	76 Edgewood Ave SE. Atlanta, GA 30312
Clayton County	164 N McDonough St. Jonesboro, GA 30236.
Gwinnett County	2131 Pleasant Hill Road Duluth, Ga. 30096
Athens-Clarke County	700 Baxter Ste. 800, Athens, Ga. 30605
Georgia Tech	351 Ferst Dr. NW Atlanta, Ga. 30313

Final Bites

Slutty Vegan is one of the best black restaurants in Atlanta, and there are plenty others. 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.

The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a bar explosion in recent years.

Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.

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New Restaurant Alert: Boxcar Betty’s Opens In West Midtown Atlanta

CJ Johnson April 6, 2023

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Boxcar Betty’s has opened its new location in Atlanta’s West Midtown area. On the April 26, 2023 grand opening, the eatery is giving away free chicken sandwiches to the first 150 customers in line. Festivities start at 11 a.m.

The new Atlanta restaurant is owned by Roth Scott and Ian MacBryde, who opened the first location in Charleston, South Carolina.

Although only open a relatively short time, Boxcar Betty’s already one of the best places to eat in West Midtown.

Boxcar Betty’s Opens New Atlanta Restaurant

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.

What’s On Boxcar Betty’s Menu?

Photo credit: Boxcar Betty’s

If Boxcar Betty’s menu is anything like it’s South Carolina location, Atlanta diners can expect such hits as the Boxcar Chicken Sandwich, which comes with Pimiento Cheese, Peach Slaw, House Pickles, Spicy Mayo; the Chicken “Not So Waffle,” which has Bacon Jam, Maple Syrup, Pimiento Cheese, Tomato. The Buffalo Chicken Sandwich has Blue Cheese Sauce, Tomato, Bibb Lettuce.

All of the chicken sandwiches have fried or grilled options and include all-natural, cage-free, antibiotic-free chicken breast, or Pimiento cheese stuffed, fried Portobello mushroom cap.

Where Is Boxcar Betty’s In West Midtown?

Boxcar Betty’s is located at 950 West Marietta St NW, Atlanta, Ga., 30318. Here is a map to help you find it.

Final Bites

The chicken sandwich wars are literally heating up Atlanta’s dining scene. Aside from fried chicken, “hot chicken” is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.

Read about 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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Best Date Night Restaurants In Atlanta

CJ Johnson March 26, 2023

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When it’s date night in Atlanta, where you take the person you care to wine and dine is something you need to get right.

In this article, we’ll go over the best restaurants in Atlanta to take a date.

The most romantic restaurants in Atlanta all have top-notch wait staffs, excellent food and intimate settings. Date night restaurants in Atlanta are not scarce, but relatively few at the same time.

Here Are The Best Atlanta Restaurants For Date Night

Here are the best date night restaurants in Atlanta:

2 Urban Licks

820 Ralph McGill Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306

2 Urban Licks is a great date night restaurant for a number of reasons: It’s a chi chi spot, the drinks are amazing and it’s a people-watching place.

Here is what one Google reviewer says about 2 Urban Licks: “It was a great casual place to celebrate our anniversary! Food was great! Beware though, the quantities are large! We decided to share 3 apps and an entree…even that was too much food.”

Coalition Food & Beverage

Coalition Food and Beverage is spread across 3,331-square-feet of space and seats approximately 150 diners, including a bar, outdoor dining and private dining.

While not as stiff and contemporary-looking as many of the restaurants you’d see in Midtown, Coalition at 50 Canton Street in Alpharetta strives for a more urban aesthetic and community feel.

White Oak Kitchen & Cocktails

270 Peachtree St NW, 100, Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 524-7200

Here’s what one Google reviewer says about White Oak Kitchen: “I was staying in a hotel adjacent to this restaurant and went in for a late night bite and drink with my wife. We just wanted an appetizer and drinks but, what a creative selection, it was hard to choose just a few things. We got some wine and a couple of cocktails and the charred broccoli and carrots.”

Paschal’s

180 Northside Dr SW #B, Atlanta, GA 30313

Intl Airport, Concourse B, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta, N Terminal Rd Suite T120, Atlanta, GA 30320

Known as the kitchen of the civil rights movement, Paschals has had the most continuous success of any soul food joint in the city.

Founded by the Paschal brothers, James and Robert in 1947, this CastleberryHill eatery has long enjoyed strong support from Atlanta’s black community. Since 1947, James and Robert Paschal, The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., Ralph David Abernathy and Hosea Williams all planned protests in the back room while collard greens and corn bread baked only feet away from them. Today, Elby Marshall Slack is the only original member of the staff still there. Paschal’s has morphed into a mid-upscale eatery with a cosmopolitan clientele. But it still has some of the meanest soul food in the ATL. Best dishes include Gulf shrimp, chicken and Andouille as well as the Caribbean Fish Tacos.

Sweet Auburn Seafood

171 Auburn Ave NE P, Atlanta, GA 30303

Venture down Auburn Avenue and you’ll run right into an oasis of seafood, courtesy of Sweet Auburn Seafood, the largest restaurant in the corridor. Owner Paul Williams cut his teeth in the restaurant industry as a Wendy’s franchisee for more than two decades. When he opened Sweet Auburn Seafood, he wanted it to pay homage to the area’s rich African-American past.

Menu favorites include the shrimp and grits and biscuit-size crab cakes.

The Consulate

10 10th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309

Interior designer Douglas Hines and his wife Mei Lin, a chef with global influences, teamed up to open The Consulate in 2016 in Midtown. Before that, the Atlanta power couple opened Honey Bubble Tea in Poncey-Highland.

If you want to experience different cultures through food, this couple has you covered. They plan to open as many as eight restaurants across the city.

Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours

1133 Huff Rd NW #D, Atlanta, GA 30318

This relatively new eatery has quickly stolen the hearts of soul food lovers in the city. Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours is run by Executive Chef and Owner Deborah VanTrece has become a culinary force in Atlanta. She also runs her own catering company Catering by VanTrece. Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours has become known as an eatery that offers creative versions of Southern classics such as Jack Daniels Pecan Honey Chicken Wings and Sweet Tea Baby Back Ribs. Their Blue Plate Specials are great.

Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint

200 Peachtree St. NW L05, Atlanta, 404-230-5853

Housed in a former Macy’s department store in downtown Atlanta, Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint is a favorite spot for tourists and business travelers. Sweet Georgia’s Juke Joint is owned by Terry Harps, a former CPA who also presides over Global Concessions Inc., a multi-concept operator involved in dining options at Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The restaurant opened in 2011 and is known for its live music on weekends.
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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.

If you want to check out some other romantic restaurants in Atlanta, these are hard to beat. But Atlanta also has trendy restaurants, pop-ups and time-tested landmarks that continue to draw big crowds.
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Chef Kevin Gillespie Opens New Atlanta Restaurant Nàdair

CJ Johnson March 24, 2023

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Prolific restaurateur Kevin Gillespie just opened a new Atlanta restaurant concept that will show off his culinary talents. The eatery opened its doors on May 24, 2024.

Open Now in Atlanta: Nàdair

Gillespie, the owner of Gunshow, opened the new restaurant called Nàdair in DeKalb County.

“So the wildcat is finally out of the bag! It’s true, we are currently working on a new restaurant slated for next year. Nàdair (from the Scots Gaelic “Dòigh Nàdair” meaning “the way of nature” and pronounced “nuh-DARE”),” Gillespie said in a post on social media.

He said that the eatery will be “the next chapter in a story we began many years ago at Woodfire Grill. I have been hoping to one day be able to return to the rustic elegance of live fire cooking, paired with a service style marked by intentionality and humility.”

Where Will Nàdair Be Located?

Nàdair will be housed in the space formerly occupied by Floataway Cafe at 1123 Zonolite Rd, NW Ste. 15, Atlanta, Ga. 30306. Here’s a map to help you find it.

It will be an honor to steward the next generation of restaurants in Asana Partners’ former Floataway Cafe space, a restaurant we admired and one that helped develop the Atlanta dining scene we see today.”

Gillespie said that more details about the new joint, including images and menus, will be revealed after the new year.

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New Restaurant Alert: D’Juan’s New Orlean’s Bistro Opens In Vinings

CJ Johnson March 23, 2023

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A new New Orleans-inspired restaurant is bringing that Cajun and Creole persuasion to Atlanta. D’Juan’s New Orlean’s Bistro opened its doors on Thursday, March 16. The early reviews are stellar and all you have to do to see for yourself is to make the short trip to Vinings to get that ‘Nawlins experience.

D’Juan’s New Orleans Bistro features an authentic New Orleans-style cuisine which includes some of the Crescent City favorites you’d expect like Gumbo, Mardi Gras Pasta, Bread Pudding, and more.

D’Juan’s New Orleans Bistro: What To Know Before You Go

Owner Donald Williams is a longtime Atlanta resident and owner of Williams Accounting & Consulting, an accounting firm with offices in Atlanta and New Orleans. Recently, his book, The Suitless CEO: How Becoming Unconventional Transformed My Life & Business hit the Amazon Best Seller list, after being endorsed by former Shark Tank cast member Kevin Harrington.

“I love Atlanta, but it’s hard as a New Orleans native to get that taste of home in Metro Atlanta,”
Williams said in a news release. “There’s not that many places where someone can go and get those classic New Orleans flavors, which is why I decided to open D’Juan’s New Orleans Bistro.”

What’s On The Menu At D’Juan’s New Orleans Bistro?

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The menu at D’Juan’s takes a major page out of the New Orleans cuisine cookbook. Entrees on the menu include:
- Gumbo
- Cajun Rice and Catfish
- Etouffee and Catfish
- Jambalaya and Catfish
- Red Beans and Fried Chicken Wings
- Lamb Chops
- Crawfish Mac and Cheese
- And more!
Williams said he is used to bringing that Louisiana flavor to those that know him.

“Not only is it difficult for me to find the types of cuisine that I grew up with, but also when I cook New
Orleans-style cuisine at home, I always have to make a lot because all of my family and friends here in
Atlanta will want those flavors.”

After you taste it, D’Juan’s is sure to be one of the best New Orleans-style restaurants in metro Atlanta.

Where Is D’Juan’s New Orleans Bistro Located?

D’Juans New Orleans Bistro is located at 3300 Cobb Parkway Suite 104, Atlanta, GA 30339. Here’s a map to help you find it.

Final Word

“D’Juan’s New Orleans Bistro is finally here and I’m so excited to share our food and culture with all of
Atlanta,” Williams is quoted as saying. “The best part about Atlanta is that the city really embraces all of the different foods and restaurants. So, I’m happy that I get to share a piece of me, my family, and my culture with all of Atlanta.”

D’Juan’s will no doubt soon be one of the best black restaurants in Atlanta, and there are plenty others. 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.

The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a bar explosion in recent years.

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