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Yumbii will is set to open its second brick-and-mortar location this fall in Atlanta’s Toco Hills neighborhood. Yumbii, which launched as a taco shop in 2010, will serve a delicious mix of Asian and Mexican food for lunch and dinner daily.
Yumbii’s Toco Hills location, which opens in August 2020, will be larger than its Brookwood Hills building, including a covered, 700-square-foot patio.
What’s On The Menu At Yumbii?
Guests can expect those great Yumbii Tacos and Famous Sesame Fries, as well as more healthy options and a bigger beverage program.
Speaking of drinks, housemade margaritas, wine and tequila will be in abundance but so will an added emphasis on with a focus on beer.
In addition to serving lunch and dinner, Yumbii has expanded its menu, which is available for takeout, dine-in or delivery.
Here are some dishes on Yumbii’s menu:
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About Yumbii’s Toco Hills Location
The new spot is designed by Lindsay Denman, who went with bright colors, blue and white tile, rattan pendants, black and white striped flooring and peach accents.
The Toco Hills location will serve customers 11 a.m. to 9 pm. Monday through Sunday.
Read more: 15+ Essential Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta
The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.
For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.
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As we previously reported, Slim and Husky’s Pizza Beeria opened its doors Friday, June 19 in Atlanta’s Adair Park. A line immediately formed outside the restaurant, which a soft open days before.
The day for Husky’s Pizza was extra special for the community. It happened to be Juneteenth.
Slim and Husky’s has quickly become one of the best pizza spots in Atlanta. The eatery opened its first Atlanta location (Howell Mill Road) in 2019.
What’s On The Menu At Slim & Husky’s Pizza Beeria?
Where is Slim & Husky’s In Adair Park?
The Adair Park location of Slim & Husky’s is at 581 Metropolitan Pkwy SW Atlanta, GA 30310. Here’s a map to help you find it.
The best restaurants on the Beltline all have excellent customer service and food. What separates them from many of the other spots is that they’re on the urban playground called the Beltline.
The ATL has other cool eateries as well. If you’re gluten-free, there’s plenty of options. Same goes for keto-friendly restaurants or Asian fare in Atlanta.
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West End eatery Boxcar recently opened for limited dine-in service for Atlanta customers who want to grab a bite.
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, the Atlanta restaurant has put into place several new health protocols to keep diners safe.
Boxcar Has Reopened: Here Are The New Health Rules
For the time being, Boxcar is not offering table service, but has shifted to counter-orders while allowing customers to seat themselves at a very strict social distance.
Customers can take advantage of QR codes that make use of electronic menus for a contact-less experience.
All staff members are required to wear gloves and masks inside the restaurant.
What’s On The Menu At BoxCar?
As for the menu, Boxcar is offering signature classics in addition to new summer dishes and a variety of cocktails, draft beers and natural wines.
When Is Boxcar Open?
Boxcar has the following operating hours:
- Closed on Monday and Tuesday for enhanced cleaning
- Open on Wednesday and Thursday from 3 to 10 p.m.,
- Open on Friday & Saturday from 12 to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 12:30 – 10 p.m.
For those customers that want takeout, Boxcar continues to offer to-go orders and patio dining. For more information, please visit https://www.boxcaratl.com/.
For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.
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Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q, one of the best barbecue restaurants in Atlanta, resumed dine-in service on Monday, June 1, 2020.
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q has implemented several safety procedures to ensure that patrons are protected, including a thorough cleaning after of each table after a guest’s departure.
To accommodate more spaced-out seating, the Atlanta barbecue restaurant will shift to a counter ordering service model in the bar area.
Here’s how the dine-in arrangement will work:
- Customers will check-in at the host stand at receive a table number.
- Guests will then order at the bar and take their seats at their table.
- Staff will bring drink refills and other amenities as needed.
In addition to the new style of service, here are guidelines for customers who dine at Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q going forward:
- Maximum 8 guests seated at tables
- Maximum 75 minutes dining time at tables
- No congregating in restroom areas
- First come first serve at all tables
Take-out and delivery service will still remain available for guests. For more information please call (404) 577-4030 or visit foxbrosbbq.com. Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q is located at 1238 Dekalb Ave., Atlanta, GA, 30317.
Read more: 15+ Essential Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta
The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.
For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.
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Google’s Atlanta office has committed to raise over $100,000, which will provide $1,000 in direct cash payments to families hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic.
More than 100 local families are going to benefit from the money donated from Google employees and Google.org in the form of cash payments.
Google Pledges To Donate To Atlanta Strength In Beauty Fund
Google has also committed $50,000 to the United Way of Greater Atlanta to support Atlanta’s Strength in Beauty Fund, established by Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms to aid the local cosmetology industry.
The Strength in Beauty Fund is part of the City of Atlanta’s ATLStrong Fund, which provides emergency housing assistance, food for seniors and children, aid for gig workers and artists and other programs to those affected by the pandemic.
“We are grateful to Google and all Atlanta businesses that have met the COVID-19 challenges with kindness, responsibility and care for the people in our city,” said Mayor Bottoms. “These are trying and uncertain times, as thousands of Atlantans and millions of Americans are facing unprecedented circumstances. Thank you to Google for helping to strengthen our city and being a vital part of our business community.”
To apply to the Strength in Beauty Fund, go to ATLstrong.org.
Grant awards are subject to the conditions of the program. All eligibility requirements and application information are available on Invest Atlanta’s website
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If you’re looking for a place to grab a meal in Atlanta, this Memorial Day weekend, here are your best places to eat.
More and more Atlanta restaurants have reopened amid the coronavirus pandemic. All of them have implemented strict health protocols such as social distancing and limiting parties to under 10 people.
Here Are The Best Atlanta Restaurants For Memorial Day
Interested in delivery / takeout orders? Call the following restaurants in advance so your order can be ready when you arrive.
BOCADO
BOCADO is currently open for curbside pickup, carry-out and delivery service, and has reopened for dine-in service.
Fox Bros BBQ
The Fox Bros. BBQ Catering Team plan is catering all weekend, preparing brisket, ribs, wings, classic sides and desserts, their team will help pre-portion your order to perfectly suit your party size. Available hot or cold with reheating instructions for travel!
Pre-orders can be placed through Fox Bros. Catering until 3 pm on Friday, May 22nd by calling 404-414-0826 or e-mail catering@foxbrosbbq.com. The Dekalb Avenue restaurant will be open with special holidays hours on Sunday May 24th and Monday May 25th from 10 am ’till 9 pm.
Hugo’s Oyster Bar
In honor of the holiday, Hugo’s Oyster Bar is hosting another crawfish boil this Saturday, May 23, featuring $10 pounds of crawfish, $3 Abita pints, $11 Abita pitchers and live music on the patio from 1 – 5 pm!
On Monday, May 25, the restaurant is also extending their hours with brunch specials from 12 – 3 pm featuring build-your-own Bloody Marys as well as dinner from 3 – 10 pm
Boxcar
Boxcar has been hosting their weekly Meats & Greens Farmers Market Pop-Up featuring a variety of locally sourced, farm-raised meats and produce.
Throughout the afternoon, customers are welcome to enjoy Chef Brian’s beloved BBQ sandwiches and ready to cook vegan Beyond patties while supporting local farmers!
Taqueria del Sol
Taqueria del Sol’s Sol Catering is offering meal kits for two for just $30! This week’s meal kit menu features your choice of Chicken and Cheese Chimigangas or Sundown Crab Cakes with Poblano Green Rice and Mixed Baby Green Salad!
Add a Housemade Pound Cake for Two ($8.95), Housemade Margarita Mix ($5 pint / $30 gallon), Chips & Cheese Dip ($5.95) or a Kids Cheese Quesadilla ($2.75) to your order! All meal kits will be sold cold for you to reheat at home (don’t worry, heating instructions are included). Orders can be placed by emailing solcater@gmail.com or calling 404-853-3239- Pickup Friday and Saturday 2 to 6 pm at 1145 Zonolite Road!
Cremalosa
The recently-opened Decatur gelato shop will reopen on Friday, May 29 with socially distanced patio seating from 2-9pm through Sunday, May 31.
True Story Brands (10 Degrees South, Biltong Bar, Yebo Beach Haus) and more are also serving customers right now.
Ponce City Market
The following are now open for curbside pickup, which is located in PCM’s 30-minute parking area in front of Mountain High Outfitters and Rejuvenation. Pizza Jeans, Marrakesh, Jia, Miso Ko & Ton Ton and Tap on Ponce are also offering curbside pickup, with some offering delivery.
Read more: 15+ essential soul food spots in Atlanta
The city has some good restaurants in each quadrant of the city: East, West, North, South. All you need to do is think about what you have a taste for. Italian? Soul food? Tex-Mex? Atlanta has it all.
For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.
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If you’re looking for a place to order from during this coronavirus pandemic, these Atlanta restaurants are all doing meal delivery. All you have to do is order food online and it will be ready.
Best Atlanta Meal Delivery Restaurants
Curbside pickup and contactless delivery are two options you can do as well. Let’s get to it: Here are the best restaurants offering Atlanta meal delivery using apps like DoorDash, Grubhuband Postmates.
Mangos
180 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 | 404) 698-3992
If you want some Caribbean food, Mangos is taking orders for jerk chicken, curry dishes and brown stew chicken as well in Atlanta.
Slutty Vegan
1542 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (678) 732-3525
Slutty Vegan is open and serving customers from a limited daily menu that includes a three-burger max per customer. Here’s a sample of what you can get today:
- One Night Stand
- Big Dawg
- Side Heaux
The restaurant has placed tape on the ground to indicate where you should stand for social distancing. For everyone’s safety, Slutty Vegan is asking you to line up on the pink and whites lines down the block to be served.
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With your order number in hand, You can pick up your food from the side exit door of the restaurant.Nana’s Chicken & Waffles
1040 Flat Shoals Rd SE, Conyers, GA 30013 | (770) 285-6591
If you want some good food, check out Nana’s Chicken & Waffles, which is offering takeout to your car. They’re one of the best chicken & waffles joints in the city!
Chai Yo Modern Thai
As of Friday, May 1, Chai Yo Modern Thai is open for curbside takeout and delivery four days a week.
Chef Deedee Niyomkul has created several three-course set menu options that serve two to four guests starting at $50.The restaurant is also launching a new Sunday brunch this weekend! On Sundays, we will offer several new Thai brunch items available for curbside pickup and delivery from 11 am. to 2:00 pm!View all of the menu options and operating hours online at chaiyoatl.com/to-go.Citizen Soul
60 S Main St, Alpharetta, GA 30009 | (678) 317-3232
Citizen Soul is offering Family Meals available every Friday-Saturday. These are available for pick up 4 to 9 p.m. Place your order here.
Zunzi’s
1971 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (470) 698-2351
Starting Monday, May 4, Zunzi’s in Atlanta is reopening for online ordering, takeout, delivery and catering. The Howell Mill location temporarily closed due to the global COVID-19 crisis, but guests will soon be able to enjoy their favorite South African-inspired sandwiches, bowls, salads and wraps to-go, including the award-winning Conquistador.
Barleygarden Kitchen & Craft Bar
900 Avalon Blvd, Alpharetta, GA 30009 | (678) 266-6218
Kraig Torres’ Barleygarden Kitchen & Craft Bar is open for “dine out” services beginning Friday, May 1. The dining room will remain closed, customers are welcome to enjoy their meals on the outdoor patios and open container areas surrounding the locations while keeping a respectful distance from others.
Boxcar
1000 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (470) 788-8171
Another Torres restaurant, Boxcar, has re-opened as of Friday, May 1. The West End spot is open for “dine out” services and is accommodating customers on its outdoor patios and open container areas surrounding the locations.
Hampton + Hudson
299 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 948-2123
Cremalosa
2657 E College Ave Suite B3, Decatur, GA 30030 | (404) 578-2739
The recently-opened Decatur gelato shop will reopen on Friday, May 29 with socially distanced patio seating from 2-9pm through Sunday, May 31.
True Story Brands (10 Degrees South, Biltong Bar, Yebo Beach Haus) and more.
BOCADO
887 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 815-1399
BOCADO in West Midtown is open and serving customers via curbside pickup, carry-out and delivery service, and on Wednesday, May 20, the restaurant will re-open for dine-in service.
Ponce City Market
675 Ponce de Leon Ave., NE, Atlanta, GA
Ponce City Market has several restaurants that are serving customers at this time, including Pizza Jeans, Marrakesh, Jia, Miso Ko & Ton Ton and Tap on Ponce are also offering curbside pickup, with some offering delivery.
Bellina Alimentari
Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE UNIT 131, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 330-9933
The restaurant is now open for takeout and curbside pickup from noon-8:30pm daily. The menu here features family meals as well as antipasti, pasta, salads, sides and more.
City Winery
650 North Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 946-3791
The urban winery at Ponce City Market is offering patio dining, curbside pickup and delivery via Grubhub, Seamless and UberEats from noon to 8 p.m. daily. Guests opting to dine on their patio can order from the takeout menu here in advance.
Pancake Social
675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (678) 609-8696
The breakfast-focused eatery at Ponce City Market is still offering great pancakes, good coffee and more. The eatery is now open for take-out Wednesday through Sunday from 8am-2pm. Orders can be placed online here.
W.H. Stiles Fish Camp
675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (678) 235-3929
The Ponce City Market fish shack is now open for curbside pickup Wednesday through Sunday from 11:30am-7pm. The menu (here) features fresh catch dishes like a Crispy Oyster Po’Boy and Fish n Chips, sides, desserts and nonalcoholic beverages. Orders can be placed by calling 678-235-3929.
Hugo’s Oyster Bar
10360 Alpharetta St, Roswell, GA 30075 | (770) 993-5922
Hugo’s Oyster Bar in Roswell is serving the delicious food they’re known for. Now you can order from touch-free menus at every table.
All you have to do is scan the individual codes using a phone’s camera that will provide a link directed to their website menus.
Boxcar At Hop City West End
1000 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (470) 788-8171
Boxcar has been hosting their weekly Meats & Greens Farmers Market Pop-Up featuring a variety of locally sourced, farm-raised meats and produce.
The menu currently is filled with some your classic favorite dishes and some their new items.
Taqueria del Sol
Find a Taqueria Del Soul Near You | (404) 352-5811
Taqueria del Sol’s Sol Catering is known for its delicious Mexican-inspired dishes, including Chimigangas, Tacos, Poblano Green Rice and more.
The restaurant also offers Housemade Pound Cake, kids meals and more.
We’re going to be updating this list regularly so, if you know of an Atlanta restaurant that has opened its doors, let us know. Reach out to our marketing & content editor CJ Johnson at cj@atlantafi.
com.
At this point, Atlanta cuisine has become indispensable to the South. The largest city in Georgia’s food festivals and culinary events set the tone for the entire Southeast.
Only in Atlanta can the casual observer find specialty food shops, off-the-beaten-path restaurants, farmers’ markets and farm stands all at an affordable price point.
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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The public is invited to the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival’s monthly webinar on Thursday, May 14. This month’s showing will features talent from the acclaimed Netflix miniseries Unorthodox.
On hand will be series co-creator Alexa Karolinski and actor Jeff Wilbusch.
Atlanta Jewish Film Festival’s May Webinar: ‘Unorthodox’
May’s webinar comes on the heels of last month’s inaugural AJFF In Conversation webinar about the critically-acclaimed film Resistance.
Unorthodox is a four-part dramatic series based on the true story of one woman’s flight from the strictures of her ultra-Orthodox community in Brooklyn.
The series also makes history as being Netflix’s first-ever primarily Yiddish production. Here are all the details about the AJFF webinar for May:
- Who: Unorthodox‘s co-creator Alexa Karolinski and actor Jeff Wilbusch
- What: The webinar will offer viewers a chance to ask the talent pre-submitted questions about their experience with the show.
- When: Thursday, May 14 at 12 PM
- Registration: The live Q&A will be held via Zoom. Free registration and submission for questions can be found here.
If you’re interested in other events, check out other virtual things to do in Atlanta.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has caused millions of people to lose their jobs in 2020. Google is doing something about it with Grow With Google OnAir, a portal that features free virtual workshops, events and 1:1 coaching sessions to help the unemployed.
The point of Grow With Google OnAir is to make the digital tools available to those people who are trying to get jobs again in this tough economy.
Looking For Work? Google OnAir Sharpens Your Job Skills
“Face to face learning has always been integral to Grow with Google’s mission. Since that’s no longer possible, we are pivoting our resources to a virtual space that is personalized and interactive to give users an equally beneficial experience,” said Jesse Haines, Director of Grow with Google. “We hope that people across the country — including jobseekers and small business owners— can boost their potential with the diverse content contributed by our Grow with Google team and our incredible partners.”
The unemployment numbers are expected to approach more than 20%, which harkens back to the Great Depression.
Here are the titles of some of the online classes and workshops available:
- Fundamentals Of Online Marketing
- Make The Leap To Ecommerce
- Build Your Digital Skills And Online Presence
- Make Your Website Work For You – Part 1
Google OnAir: Register For Upcoming Events Here
Metro Atlanta’s economy has slowed, but it’s beginning to pick up steam again, now that Georgia is re-opening. We currently have job articles that show you high-paying jobs, those close to downtown and even side hustles you might like.If you’re looking to get hired in Atlanta right now, there’s a very real possibility that you can land your dream job. -
Atlanta’s restaurants are moving cautiously amid the COVID-19 pandemic that has shuttered many kitchens. Some local eateries are re-opening to serve customers looking for a meal.
Of course, you can expect that the restaurants will enforce a minimum six-foot distance between their staff and guests as well as intensive sanitation and health-monitoring protocol.
These Atlanta Restaurants Are Open And Serving Customers
Here are some Atlanta restaurants who have decided to re-open their doors.
Chai Yo Modern Thai
As of Friday, May 1, Chai Yo Modern Thai is open for curbside takeout and delivery four days a week.
Chef Deedee Niyomkul has created several three-course set menu options that serve two to four guests starting at $50.The restaurant is also launching a new Sunday brunch this weekend! On Sundays, we will offer several new Thai brunch items available for curbside pickup and delivery from 11 am. to 2:00 pm!View all of the menu options and operating hours online at chaiyoatl.com/to-go.Citizen Soul
60 S Main St, Alpharetta, GA 30009 | (678) 317-3232
Citizen Soul is offering Family Meals available every Friday-Saturday. These are available for pick up 4 to 9 p.m. Place your order here.
Zunzi’s
1971 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (470) 698-2351
Starting Monday, May 4, Zunzi’s in Atlanta is reopening for online ordering, takeout, delivery and catering. The Howell Mill location temporarily closed due to the global COVID-19 crisis, but guests will soon be able to enjoy their favorite South African-inspired sandwiches, bowls, salads and wraps to-go, including the award-winning Conquistador.
Barleygarden Kitchen & Craft Bar
900 Avalon Blvd, Alpharetta, GA 30009 | (678) 266-6218
Kraig Torres’ Barleygarden Kitchen & Craft Bar is open for “dine out” services beginning Friday, May 1. The dining room will remain closed, customers are welcome to enjoy their meals on the outdoor patios and open container areas surrounding the locations while keeping a respectful distance from others.
Boxcar
1000 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (470) 788-8171
Another Torres restaurant, Boxcar, has re-opened as of Friday, May 1. The West End spot is open for “dine out” services and is accommodating customers on its outdoor patios and open container areas surrounding the locations.
Hampton + Hudson
299 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (404) 948-2123
Cremalosa
2657 E College Ave Suite B3, Decatur, GA 30030 | (404) 578-2739
The recently-opened Decatur gelato shop will reopen on Friday, May 29 with socially distanced patio seating from 2-9pm through Sunday, May 31.
True Story Brands (10 Degrees South, Biltong Bar, Yebo Beach Haus) and more.
BOCADO
887 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 815-1399
BOCADO is currently open for curbside pickup, carry-out and delivery service, and on Wednesday, May 20, the restaurant will re-open for dine-in service.
Ponce City Market
675 Ponce de Leon Ave., NE, Atlanta, GA
The following are now open for curbside pickup, which is located in PCM’s 30-minute parking area in front of Mountain High Outfitters and Rejuvenation. Pizza Jeans, Marrakesh, Jia, Miso Ko & Ton Ton and Tap on Ponce are also offering curbside pickup, with some offering delivery.
Bellina Alimentari
Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE UNIT 131, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 330-9933
The restaurant is now open for takeout and curbside pickup from noon-8:30pm daily. The menu here features family meals as well as antipasti, pasta, salads, sides and more.
City Winery
650 North Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 946-3791
The urban winery is offering patio dining, curbside pickup and delivery via Grubhub, Seamless and UberEats from noon to 8pm daily. Guests opting to dine on their patio can order from the takeout menu here in advance.
Pancake Social
675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (678) 609-8696
The breakfast-focused eatery celebrating the joy of pancakes, good coffee and more is now open for take-out Wednesday through Sunday from 8am-2pm. Orders can be placed online here.
W.H. Stiles Fish Camp
675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (678) 235-3929
The modern, urban fish shack is now open for curbside pickup Wednesday through Sunday from 11:30am-7pm. The menu (here) features fresh catch dishes like a Crispy Oyster Po’Boy and Fish n Chips, sides, desserts and nonalcoholic beverages. Orders can be placed by calling 678-235-3929.
We’re going to be updating this list throughout the week so, if you know of an Atlanta restaurant that has opened its doors, let us know. Reach out to our marketing & content editor CJ Johnson at cj@atlantafi.
com. At this point, Atlanta cuisine has become indispensable to the South. The largest city in Georgia’s food festivals and culinary events set the tone for the entire Southeast.
Only in Atlanta can the casual observer find specialty food shops, off-the-beaten-path restaurants, farmers’ markets and farm stands all at an affordable price point.
But Atlanta also has trendy restaurants, pop-ups and time-tested landmarks that continue to draw big crowds.
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
