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Calling all local models: The Paradym Group, a full-service national talent and entertainment agency, is looking for an experienced promotional model for an upcoming expo in Atlanta.
The model will work on Jan. 14-16 at the Georgia World Congress Center in downtown Atlanta. Models will interact with attendees and assist with brand experiences. Models will be paid $300 a day.
Apply to be a model for trade show expo in Atlanta
If you are available to work on the selected dates, please email 3-5 photos and a promo resume to Tiara@theparadymgroup.com.
Atlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
With more than 700 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.Read more: 20+ things to know in Atlanta on the cheapGot 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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If you have a home lingering for sale on the market in metro Atlanta, 2019 is going to be more challenging, according to new industry figures.
Rates and home prices will rise, according to Realtor.com’s 2019 housing forecast. Mortgage rates are expected to hit 5.5% by the end of 2019, while, monthly mortgage payments will surge 8%.
Atlanta real estate forecast for 2019
It all translates into making home ownership further out of reach for metro Atlantans, especially for younger Gen-Z, millennial and other first-time homebuyers. Conversely, that won’t be the case for upscale buyers.
“Inventory will continue to increase next year, but unless there is a major shift in the economic trajectory, we don’t expect a buyer’s market on the horizon within the next five years,” said Danielle Hale, chief economist for realtor.com®. “Unfortunately for buyers, it’s only going to get more costly to buy, especially the most-demanded entry level real estate. To be successful, buyers should think through how they’ll adapt to higher rates and prices.”
In the metro Atlanta’s north Fulton suburbs, prices will rise 3% while the sales percentage will drop by about 2%. Don’t worry, it will still be a seller’s market, but homes will be expected to linger a bit more.
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Southside Atlanta real estate prices for 2019
A number of areas of the city experienced phenomenal growth in prices, attributed largely to the Beltline. Below is a sample of real estate price prices around Atlanta.
At the end of 2018, the median price for a 3-bedroom single-family home in the West End was $356,000.
The median rent for a 3-bedroom single-family home was just under $1,400, according to figures from Trulia.
In Cascade Heights in southwest Atlanta, the median price for a 3-bedroom home was $269,000, a 57% increase over the previous year. The median rent for the same number of bedrooms was $2,500 a month.
Northside Atlanta real estate prices for 2019
At the end of 2018, the median price for a 3-bedroom single-family home in Buckhead was $580,000, a 9% increase over the year prior. The median rent for the same number of bedrooms was $3,275 a month.
The median price for a 3-bedroom single-family home in Midtown was $675,000, a 8.5% increase over the year prior. The median rent for the same number of bedrooms was $2,662 a month.
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The Netflix show “Raising Dion” is looking to hire people to portray audience members for a scene shot in Atlanta.
The new Netflix show, “Raising Dion” is described as a science fiction TV series and is based on a comic book by Dennis Liu. “Raising Dion” follows Nicole Reese, a woman who raises her son, named Dion, alone following the sudden death of her husband Mark. However, Dion is not like any other kid. While raising a son as a single mom is tough enough, raising Dion, proves to be tougher. Dion begins to show signs of superhuman abilities and now his mother Nicole must not only raise her son, but also protect him from those that are looking to exploit his superhero like abilities.
Casting call: ‘Raising Dion’ audience members
Show: Raising Dion
Date: TUESDAY 1/8/19
Location: Atlanta Area
Rate: $75/8We are currently booking for Audience members 18+ to work on Raising Dion Jan 8th – If you’re available for a full day please submit your photos and contact information (please notate if you’re Registered or not) to:
RAISINGDION@CENTRALCASTING.COM
Subject Line: Audience MemberAtlanta has become a movie mecca in recent years and Georgia has been a favorite location for TV productions since the state instituted generous tax breaks for film companies that agree to shoot locally. Projects from CBS, NBC, HBO, BET and more are slated to shoot in the metro area in 2018-19 and the foreseeable future.
With more than 700 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. -
We all know Atlanta is a renter’s paradise: Plentiful inventory, fanciful amenities and affordable housing close to the job. But new figures show that renters across the nation, including Atlanta, paid more in monthly payments — $12.6 billion — in 2018 than the previous year.
Atlantans paid $9.3 billion in rent in 2018, an increase over the $8.8 billion they paid in 2017. The median rent for 2018 in Atlanta was $1,470, according to a new HotPads.com analysis.
Nationally, the monthly rent was $1,475, up 3% over a year ago. Across the nation, renters and apartment dwellers paid the ungodly sum of $504 billion to landlords.
Why are rents increasing?For Atlanta, the entry of the Beltline into the city’s interior has substantially increased not only rents but mortgages as well. Many intown areas are seeing double-digit appreciation following similar paths of the Beltline.
But it’s not just the Beltline, other developments have played a role, too. Atlanta may have lost out on Amazon’s second world headquarters, but studies showed that the effect to surrounding real estate would have made much of the downtown area unaffordable.
Here is what renters paid in 2018 across the U.S.
Metropolitan
AreaTotal Rent
Paid, 2018ivTotal Rent
Paid, 2017Renter Households, 2018
Renter Households, 2017
Median
Rent,
Q4 2018YoY Change
United States
$504.4 billion
$491.8 billion
43.2 million
43.3 million
$1,475
3.0%
New York, NY
$55.6 billion
$54.7 billion
3.5 million
3.5 million
$2,370
1.0%
Los Angeles, CA
$40.4 billion
$38.5 billion
2.3 million
2.2 million
$2,920
4.2%
Chicago, IL
$15.6 billion
$14.8 billion
1.3 million
1.2 million
$1,785
2.1%
Dallas, TX
$12.3 billion
$12.3 billion
1.0 million
1.0 million
$1,665
3.0%
Philadelphia, PA
$8.9 billion
$8.8 billion
752,000
771,000
$1,680
2.6%
Houston, TX
$10.4 billion
$10.3 billion
927,000
902,000
$1,585
2.6%
Washington, DC
$14.8 billion
$14.3 billion
807,000
792,000
$2,180
1.8%
Miami, FL
$12.7 billion
$12.3 billion
861,000
850,000
$2,025
2.7%
Atlanta, GA
$9.3 billion
$8.8 billion
781,000
775,000
$1,470
5.3%
Boston, MA
$11.3 billion
$10.9 billion
699,000
699,000
$2,410
3.2%
San Francisco, CA
$17.0 billion
$16.2 billion
779,000
766,000
$3,495
3.4%
Detroit, MI
$5.1 billion
$4.9 billion
530,000
525,000
$1,300
3.7%
Riverside, CA
$7.4 billion
$6.7 billion
516,000
496,000
$1,960
5.7%
Phoenix, AZ
$7.5 billion
$6.9 billion
625,000
607,000
$1,495
6.2%
Seattle, WA
$9.8 billion
$9.4 billion
588,000
593,000
$2,240
4.0%
Minneapolis, MN
$5.2 billion
$5.0 billion
422,000
417,000
$1,680
3.7%
San Diego, CA
$10.2 billion
$9.6 billion
530,000
524,000
$2,720
4.8%
St. Louis, MO
$3.1 billion
$3.0 billion
355,000
349,000
$1,200
2.1%
Tampa, FL
$5.2 billion
$4.9 billion
433,000
430,000
$1,475
5.6%
Baltimore, MD
$4.5 billion
$4.6 billion
354,000
348,000
$1,745
1.1%
Denver, CO
$6.4 billion
$6.1 billion
405,000
403,000
$2,115
3.9%
Pittsburgh, PA
$2.4 billion
$2.5 billion
297,000
297,000
$1,100
2.7%
Portland, OR
$4.9 billion
$4.7 billion
351,000
345,000
$1,945
3.0%
Charlotte, NC
$3.4 billion
$3.3 billion
330,000
330,000
$1,385
4.1%
Sacramento, CA
$4.8 billion
$4.4 billion
331,000
326,000
$1,970
5.9%
San Antonio, TX
$3.1 billion
$2.9 billion
298,000
291,000
$1,385
2.5%
Orlando, FL
$4.4 billion
$4.2 billion
339,000
338,000
$1,530
6.7%
Cincinnati, OH
$2.5 billion
$2.4 billion
285,000
287,000
$1,230
3.1%
Cleveland, OH
$2.5 billion
$2.5 billion
303,000
307,000
$1,205
2.6%
Kansas City, MO
$2.8 billion
$2.8 billion
296,000
300,000
$1,260
3.1%
Las Vegas, NV
$4.4 billion
$4.1 billion
360,000
358,000
$1,420
6.5%
Columbus, OH
$2.9 billion
$2.8 billion
297,000
293,000
$1,435
4.0%
Indianapolis, IN
$2.5 billion
$2.4 billion
270,000
266,000
$1,240
3.4%
San Jose, CA
$7.0 billion
$6.7 billion
275,000
273,000
$3,720
4.0%
Austin, TX
$4.2 billion
$4.4 billion
316,000
319,000
$1,750
2.6%
Virginia Beach, VA
$2.9 billion
$2.8 billion
247,000
242,000
$1,485
1.8%
Nashville, TN
$2.8 billion
$2.8 billion
263,000
267,000
$1,510
2.6%
Providence, RI
$2.5 billion
$2.3 billion
251,000
243,000
$1,770
4.8%
Milwaukee, WI
$2.4 billion
$2.3 billion
252,000
250,000
$1,385
2.1%
Jacksonville, FL
$2.2 billion
$2.1 billion
197,000
200,000
$1,395
5.3%
Memphis, TN
$1.6 billion
$1.6 billion
188,000
182,000
$1,045
2.7%
Oklahoma City, OK
$1.5 billion
$1.6 billion
194,000
194,000
$1,120
1.5%
Louisville, KY
$1.3 billion
$1.3 billion
166,000
163,000
$1,140
3.3%
Hartford, CT
$1.7 billion
$1.7 billion
160,000
158,000
$1,670
1.8%
Richmond, VA
$1.8 billion
$1.7 billion
167,000
161,000
$1,465
4.0%
New Orleans, LA
$1.9 billion
$1.8 billion
186,000
182,000
$1,450
1.7%
Buffalo, NY
$1.4 billion
$1.3 billion
162,000
165,000
$1,275
3.5%
Raleigh, NC
$1.9 billion
$1.9 billion
176,000
172,000
$1,475
3.1%
Birmingham, AL
$1.0 billion
$1.0 billion
137,000
141,000
$1,045
2.9%
Salt Lake City, UT
$1.6 billion
$1.4 billion
130,000
129,000
$1,600
4.4%
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If you’re abreast of metro Atlanta’s movie-making prowess, you know that Pinewood Studios in Fayetteville is where the magic happens. The area is also in the midst of a development build-out that will bring a 25-acre town center to the area.
Now a luxury movie theater development is being added to the mix. Adjacent to Pinewood Atlanta Studios, the project is slated to break ground later in 2019 and will open in 2020. Given the area’s rich movie-making, a movie theater to show off the latest films only makes sense.
Luxury movie theater planned for Pinewood Forest
Developers Pace Lynch Corporation, Spotlight Theatres, and Alerion Services are expecting the movie theater to attract more than 240,000 people a year.
“Pinewood Forest is thrilled to reveal plans for the boutique theater,” said Rob Parker, President of Pinewood Forest. “The state of the art facility will complement our vision for Pinewood Forest to become a premier entertainment, culinary and wellness destination in the Southeast. Pace Lynch and Spotlight are the perfect partners for this project, delivering upon our vision of a town for creating unlike any other.”
The movie theater will be a gathering place for lovers of cinema. Planners say it will host blockbuster films, especially those produced at the adjacent Pinewood Atlanta Studios, as well as other film and video content, live performances, broadcasted sports and entertainment events, corporate events and more.
Also, planned for the Pinewood Forest development is Pancake Social, an all-day breakfast spot.
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Tickets for Super Bowl Opening Night go on sale Wednesday, December 19 at 10 a.m. ET in Atlanta. Football fans may purchase tickets at NFL.com/OpeningNightOnSale to be in State Farm Arena among thousands of people.
Super Bowl LIII festivities in Atlanta will kick off in primetime with Super Bowl Opening Night Fueled by Gatorade on Monday, January 28, 2019 at State Farm Arena.
Opening Night Ticket Sales For Super Bowl Media Day Begin
Opening Night is when media interviews with the Super Bowl players and coaches will commence. It is their only public appearance in Atlanta before Super Bowl LIII. Attendees will see the Super Bowl teams in person and will be able to listen to players answer questions via free radios distributed throughout the venue.
Super Bowl Opening Night is the first interaction that Super Bowl players and coaches from both teams have with media after arrival in Atlanta, and the only time the two teams will be in one location before the game. For the third straight year, members of both teams will appear together on stage in front of fans. Super Bowl Opening Night will also feature special appearances and autographs by NFL players and Legends, and team mascots, as well as fan photo opportunities and the chance to win prizes including two tickets to Super Bowl LIII by checking in with the Super Bowl LIII – Fan Mobile Pass app!
“Super Bowl Opening Night in Atlanta will enable fans to see and listen to every Super Bowl player and coach just hours after they arrive in the city,” said Peter O’Reilly, NFL Senior Vice President of Events and Club Business Development. “We are very excited to have fans join these players and media from around the world in officially kicking off Super Bowl week.”
Super Bowl Opening Night begins at 7:00 PM ET and will be televised live on NFL Network and CBS Sports Network. Fans in attendance will receive a free radio giving them access to NFL Network coverage and player interviews taking place at the individual podiums. Tickets are $29 and doors will open at 5:30 PM ET.
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Atlantans love to eat out, so it’s no surprise that some lovable restaurants in the city have made another distinguished list. This time TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, announced a new ranking of the top restaurant chains in the U.S. for 2019.
The list is based on millions of reviews and opinions from TripAdvisor diners, who span across the country. The rankings include those of the fine dining variety as well as casual dining, quick service and fast casual.
TripAdvisor’s top restaurant chains in Atlanta
“Chain restaurants are integral to the American dining experience as they offer consumers convenient and satisfying meals for all occasions,” Bertrand Jelensperger, senior vice president for TripAdvisor Restaurants, said in a statement.
“For the first time, TripAdvisor is ranking restaurant chains that provide exemplary food, service and value to diners. Every company featured in these rankings should be proud of the recognition they are receiving from TripAdvisor’s community of millions of travelers and locals searching our site for a great place to eat.”
Here are the Best Restaurant Chains in the U.S.
Top 10 Small Chains (10-50 locations)
- Eddie V’s Prime Seafood
- Seasons 52
- Houston’s
- Ocean Prime
- J. Alexander’s
- Fogo de Chão
- Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
- Half Shell Oyster House
- Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
- Maggiano’s Little Italy
- Top 10 Medium Chains (51-100 locations)
- The Capital Grille
- Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
- Texas de Brazil
- Yard House
- BRIO Tuscan Grille
- Portillo’s
- Morton’s The Steakhouse
- The Melting Pot
- Sweet Tomatoes
- Another Broken Egg Cafe
Top 10 Large Chains (101+ locations)
- When it comes to restaurants, Atlanta is quickly gaining ground on some of the dining capitals around the United States.Fast-casual is the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.Read more: 5 essential soul food spots in AtlantaPatrons 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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Atlanta has been a newsmaking town ever since a guy named Tech scorched the place in the name of war. But in 2018, the city made some pretty big headlines for a number of reasons.
Some of the big-time news emanating out of the city this year had to do with real estate issues like The Gulch, and #HQ2, but other major topics centered on the elections and sports. Here are what Atlantans searched in 2018:
What did Atlantans search in 2018?
According to Google, Atlanta figured huge nationally as well. Democratic candidate for governor, Stacey Abrams was the most-searched politician in the whole United States. But she’s not alone. Here are the results from Google.2018 Top Trending Searches in AtlantaWorld Cup (No. 1 in U.S.)
Atlanta became the center of the professional soccer universe when Atlanta United won the MLS Championship, bringing a title home to the city for the first time since 1995.
Hurricane Florence (No. 2 in U.S.)
Hurricane Florence barreled through Florida and sent thousands of people looking for cover into Georgia. The state responded by opening up homes, hotels and giving discounts to scores of people.
Georgia governor race
The contentious gubernatorial race between former Secretary of State Brian Kemp and state lawmaker Stacey Abrams drew national attention for a number of reasons.
Finally, the vote was marred by controversy when Kemp refused to give up his position as Secretary of State until the vote was all but finished. Still, it was a major traffic driver on the internet.
Stacey Abrams
Abrams would have been the state’s first African-American and woman to be governor if she’d have won. Also, some major celebrities like Oprah and Will Ferrell came to Georgia to knock on some doors and gain some significant publicity.
Black Panther (No. 6 U.S.)
The Atlanta-produced movie did gangbusters at the box office, turning the fictional city of Wakanda into a place we all want to visit. The ATL connection has been strong for Marvel, who has filmed several of its films around the city with production being down in Fayetteville.
Hurricane Michael
The second major storm to hit the United States in 2018, Michael caused a second mass exodus of Floridians fleeing to Georgia. When it was all told, Florida saw $4.2 billion in losses from the storm.
Mac Miller (No. 3 U.S.)
The Pittsburgh-born rapper died of an overdose in September 2017, one month before he was to begin a national tour, which would have brought him to Atlanta. Miller, 26, released his last album, “Swimming” in August.
Aretha Franklin
Aretha Franklin died on Aug. 16 from pancreatic cancer in Detroit, Michigan, her hometown. The pastor who gave the eulogy was Atlanta’s own the Rev. Jasper Williams Jr., who presides over Salem Bible Church, formerly Salem Baptist Church, with campuses in Atlanta and Lithonia.
Kate Spade (No. 4 U.S.)
Fashionista Kate Spade, an inspiration of many Atlantans, passed away on June 5 of this year. The fashion designer was found dead in her New York Avenue home. The medical examiner later determined that Spade’s death was a suicide. She was 55.
Mega Million
Who didn’t want some of the big money? The Mega Millions reached upwards of $1 billion this fall, making it something on the minds of many Atlantans. The winner(s) have remained anonymous … (or have they?)
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Atlanta is a champion city again. It may have taken about 25 years, but the ATL is title town once again. Atlanta United, the city’s 2-year-old pro soccer club, brought home the MLS World Cup after beating Portland 2-0.
The MLS Cup’s full name is the MLS Philip F. Anschutz Trophy, named after the billionaire philanthropist and major league soccer club owner. The MLS Cup has been named after Anschutz since 2008. Before that, it was named after Alan I. Rothenberg, a leading soccer sports executive largely responsible for the sport’s growth and popularity in the United States.
Magic City? 5 other Atlanta spots the MLS Cup needs to visit
With Atlanta United’s victory in just its second season of MLS play, the club brought a championship to the city for the first time since 1995 (the Atlanta Braves).
According to news reports and quite a bit of social media exposure, one of the MLS Cup’s last stops of the night was Magic City. But there are other places the mighty Cup may need to check out.
The Varsity
Why not bring the Cup to the Varsity in Midtown? Let the greasiest hands in the city touch and fondle the trophy that is a part of their heritage now that Atlanta United FC are the champs, If you really want to go there, smother the Cup with some of that chili reserved for those Varsity chili dogs everyone so loves.
Centennial Olympic Park
A walk in the park would be just the thing for the MLS Cup, which has given the city its first big sports moment this century. Centennial Olympic Park is the perfect ode to the city’s other shining achievement: Hosting the 1996 Olympic Games.
The Big Chicken
One icon should meet another. Marietta’s largest local landmark, the Big Chicken, should be formally introduced to the MLS Cup. The Cup can learn a thing or two about iconic-ness and being a rock for a city in need. The Big Chicken underwent a face-lift in 2017 but has been standing since 1963 outside a KFC restaurant.
Waffle House
Bring the Cup to Waffle House, any Waffle House in the metro area. The truth is that Atlanta’s restaurant of choice is a much of that victory as anything else. How do you think 70,000 fans sustained themselves before and after those soccer games at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
SunTrust Park
Let the Cup travel to SunTrust Park, the Atlanta Braves’ new stadium in Cobb County. This would be the only true and proper link between the city’s two storied franchises that have won it all. Let the Cup’s entry into SunTrust Park also serve as a motivator for the Braves to bring one home next year. The Cup — and the city — are pulling for you!
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Atlanta’s dining scene, like our waistlines, is growing by leaps and bounds. In every corner, NW, SW, and all parts in between, the top new Atlanta restaurants are sprouting up and bringing the good food along with it.
Who has the good food? Where to go to get some grub? We turned to Yelp and the volunteer reviewers who spend the time documenting their meals and experiences so that we don’t have to.
Top NEW Atlanta Restaurants, according to Yelp
A number of new joints have opened up in recent months. Some have been open a matter of weeks. They all make up some of the top new Atlanta restaurants. Here’s what Yelpers are saying about them:
Rose + Rye in Midtown 87 15th St NE Atlanta, GA 30309 Phone number (404) 500-5980. A Yelper said: ““The savory pork on the bone with sweet potato cakes was probably the best take on a pork chop I’ve ever tasted.”
Sage Woodfire Tavern In Buckhead: 3379 Peachtree Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30326 Phone number (404) 869-9177. A Yelper said: “irst time here, last minute decision to come here. Glad I did! Warren, was my server, he was absolutely wonderful! I ordered the Halibut and the broiled Seafood platter.”
Mission + Market in Buckhead: 3550 Lenox Rd NE Ste 550 Atlanta, GA 30326. A Yelper said: “Fabulous. Wonderfully fabulous. Would give 6 stars if I could. My wife and I visited on 4/19-its second week being open and really enjoyed the experience. First, the food was excellent. Great menu and hard to choose, but we both enjoyed everything served. I personally had the quinoa dish and added chicken. Looking forward to exploring other items on our next visit(s).”
Mary Hoopa’s House of Fried Chicken & Oysters has been serving since February 2018. The eatery is located in the Hosea + 2nd development. 2371 Hosea L Williams Dr NE Atlanta, GA 30317. A Yelper said: “The bestie and I came here to try it out after seeing the all you can eat sign (don’t judge us). Let me start by saying this place is not fancy. The decor isn’t fancy and neither is the food. However, at $13.99 the value cannot be beat! You can upgrade to sashimi as well for $19.99 but neither of us are into sashimi so we were glad to not have to pay for that. We were pleasantly greeted when we came in the place was not busy at all.”
Chido + Padre’s Restaurant In Buckhead. 128 E Andrews Dr NW Atlanta, GA 30305 Phone number (404) 848-9100. A Yelper said:“This used to be smoke belly but they’ve clearly replaced that old concept into something much more AMAZING with incredible food and drinks!”
Recess, 99-V Krog St Atlanta, GA 30307 Phone number(404) 596-8396. A Yelper said: “Serving up salads, bowls, soups, avocado toasts and sandwiches, Recess is new to the scene and one of the healthy-ish options available at Krog Street Market.” Castellucci Hospitality Group Monday Introduced The “Healthy-Ish” Concept In Inman Park.
Ms. Icey’s Kitchen, 1371 Clairmont Rd Decatur, GA 30033 Phone number (404) 963-7871. A Yelper said: “The portions were plentiful and right now it’s BYOB so that was nice. The ambiance is nice! You can be casual or dressy. The DJ was on point, Cedrick our server was great and attentive as was all of the staff. The manager and owner both came to check on us which was great. This new establishment has gotten off to a great start! I WILL BE BACK!”
CraftHall Kitchen Update: This business has closed.
Opens In Sandy Springs 1165 Perimeter Ctr W Ste 303 Atlanta, GA 30346. One Yelper said: “Crafthall kitchen is an interesting concept. It is four restaurants in one: Fried Chicken, Brunch, Salad, and Sandwich. You order your meal from an iPad. You can look back to the kitchen, but you don’t really interact with anyone. It is a little strange at first, but it probably keeps costs lower. I enjoyed the meal I received from the fried chicken restaurant. They have two different types of breadings, several different sides, and many different types of combinations.
“I had Chicken with Waffles. The Chicken was great, the waffles were okay. I probably won’t get it again, but the Chicken was good enough to come back. Expect to spend about $10 a plate.”
Red Pepper Taqueria: 3135 Piedmont Rd Atlanta, GA 30305 Phone number(404) 869-2773. One Yelper said: “My friends and I had the time of our life here! It is not easy finding places that offer bottomless mimosas in Atlanta – but they do. It is only $15 and an extra $3 if you want a flavor added. I had the strawberry mimosas….they were GREAT!”
Chai Yo Modern Thai : 3050 Peachtree Rd NW Atlanta, GA 30305. A Yelper said: “The coconut ice cream, the whipped cream and the chocolate cake was divineeee.”
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