The Best Atlanta Food Events | Where To Eat In March 2025

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Are you hungry for food events in Atlanta? The city’s mild spring weather in March—typically in the 50s to 70s Fahrenheit—makes it ideal for food events outdoors.

Coupled with versatile venues like Atlantic Station, Jim R. Miller Park, and hotel spaces (e.g., Epicurean Atlanta for the Culinary Journey Through Georgia), the city offers perfect settings for both large-scale festivals and intimate tastings. Let’s take a look at what’s on the plate for Atlanta foodies.

Check Out the Best Atlanta Food Events for March 2025

Atlanta is a melting pot of cultures, with a rich diversity of people from all over the world. This diversity creates a dynamic food scene, where chefs can experiment with global flavors and cuisines. That’s how we get new restaurants? Let’s check out the newest ones:

Ludacris’ Chicken & Beer Pop-Up

Ludacris’ Chicken + Beer, known for its Southern soul food, is having a pop-up at One Flew South on the BeltLine in Atlanta for two weekends, March 14-15 and March 28-29, 2025.

Here’s a breakdown of the Ludacris’ Chicken + Beer pop-up at One Flew South: 

  • Location: One Flew South’s DeKalb Ave location on the BeltLine. 
  • Dates: Two weekends only: March 14-15 and March 28-29. 
  • Brunch: Saturdays (11 AM – 3 PM) with items like Fried Chicken Honey Butter Biscuits, Chicken ‘n Waffles, and Shrimp & Grits. 
  • Dinner: (3 PM – 11 PM) with classics like the C+B Fried Chicken Sandwich and Fried Chicken Plate. 
  • Menu: The regular One Flew South menu will not be available. 
  • Reservations: Reservations can be made via One Flew South’s OpenTable. 
  • About: Ludacris’ Chicken + Beer is a restaurant known for its Southern soul food, with a location at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airpo

Full Day Wine Country Wine Tastings From Atlanta

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Downtown Atlanta to the heart-stirring landscapes of North Georgia Wine Country. Let the scenic rolling hills and lush vineyards sweep you off your feet. Dive into the essence of Georgia’s top wine region with visits to three renowned wineries, where about 12 exquisite wine tastings await to delight your palate. After a day soaked in flavor, we’ll whisk you back to Atlanta. Get your tickets for Full-Day Wine Country Wine Tastings From Atlanta. Book this adventure.

Chef’Store

A wholesale grocery store catering to restaurants and caterers opened its newest outlet in Sandy Springs on February 8 at 6337 Roswell Road NE. Owned by US Foods, it recently held a grand opening with giveaways and food sampling.

Atlanta Brunch Festival at Atlantic Station

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Check out the Atlanta Brunch Festival and what’s happening.

  • Dates: March 1, 2, and 8, 2025
  • Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Location: Pinnacle Lot, Atlantic Station
  • Details: This annual festival features brunch bites from top Atlanta vendors, along with Bloody Marys, mimosas, brunch punch, beer, wine, seltzer, and live music. With three dates to choose from, it’s a major food event kicking off March, drawing crowds for its variety and festive vibe.

Betty Sue’s Luxury Brunch Restaurant Opens in Downtown Midtown

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Chef Bryant “Chef Baul” Williams opened Betty Sue’s, a luxury brunch spot, on Sunday, March 2, 2025, in downtown Atlanta. This opening marks a significant addition to the city’s dining scene, focusing on an upscale brunch experience.

Here are five food-related events happening in Atlanta, Georgia, in March 2025, based on confirmed details and projections from available data as of March 2, 2025:

Georgia Food + Wine Festival in Marietta

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  • Dates: March 21-23, 2025
  • Location: Jim R. Miller Park, Marietta (metro Atlanta area)
  • Details: Celebrating Georgia and Southern cuisine, this festival includes unlimited beer, wine, and spirits tastings, dishes from over 15 restaurants, a Georgia Celebrity Chef Stage, live music, and an oyster roast. Events like “Fired-Up” (Friday barbecue night) and “Savor” (Saturday’s main tasting) highlight the weekend, making it a standout culinary gathering.

Atlanta Mushroom Festival in West End

  • Date: Sunday, March 23, 2025
  • Time: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Location: West End, Atlanta
  • Details: This unique event focuses on mushrooms with chef demos, mushroom-themed vendors, an artist market, speakers, workshops, live music, food, and beer. Offering free entry and parking, it’s a niche food celebration expected to attract enthusiasts and curious foodies alike.

Lagarde American Eatery’s Mardi Gras Finale

  • Date: March 4, 2025 (Fat Tuesday)
  • Location: Lagarde American Eatery, Atlanta
  • Details: Concluding a Mardi Gras celebration running from February 1 to March 4, this event features a crawfish and shrimp boil alongside New Orleans-inspired dishes, festive cocktails, and live music. Reported as a key February-March dining story, the March 4 finale ties into the cultural food festivities of the season.

Culinary Journey Through Georgia at Epicurean Atlanta

  • Dates: Throughout March 2025 (continuation from February)
  • Location: Epicurean Atlanta (and other hotels like Trilith Guesthouse and Hotel Forty Five)
  • Details: This multi-venue event, featuring Creature Comforts Brewing Co., showcases special menus celebrating Georgia’s culinary heritage. Running through February and March, it offers diners a chance to explore regional flavors at Epicurean Atlanta, with exact March dates and menus varying by location but confirmed as a significant food focus.
  • Hotel Forty Five – Thursday, March 6, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 401 Cotton Ave, Macon, GA 31201
  • Epicurean Atlanta – Thursday, March 13, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 1117 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
  • Trilith Guesthouse, 350 Trilith Pkwy, Fayetteville, GA 30214 (Complimentary valet parking)

These events reflect a mix of large-scale festivals, specialized food celebrations, and ongoing dining experiences, capturing Atlanta’s vibrant food scene. Here’s more events for the foodies out there:

Karaoke Brunch At The Boiler

You can check out Karaoke Brunch at The Boiler this weekend, where you can get free mimosas from 12 to 1 p.m. 2425 Piedmont Road Northeast Atlanta, GA 30324.

Wine Down Wednesday at Citizens Market Food

Unwind at Wine Down Wednesday at Citizens Market Food Hall! Every Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., enjoy great tunes from our live DJ and sip on fantastic wine specials from our market bar. Be one of the first 25 guests to receive a FREE glass of rosé and a “rosé all day” wine glass. Cheers to making Wednesdays a little brighter!

Cafe Cafe Bartique

Coffee and wine bar Cafe Bartique recently opened at 2315 Cascade Road. Tantalizing cakes and good sips as well! Bonus: Live music on Fridays starting at 6:30 p.m.

Seafood Karaoke Happy Hour

Check out Cafe Circa at 464 Edgewood Ave. SE for the very best in seafood — and karaoke! Thursday, July 11 · 5 – 10pm EDT.

Where To Brunch In Atlanta This Month

Here are the best Atlanta restaurants serving Cajun/Creole dishes.

Taco Tuesdays

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If you’re a fan of Tex-Mex, these Atlanta restaurants go crazy with Taco Tuesdays.

Where Do The Locals Eat In Atlanta?

Atlanta is a large metropolitan city, so it stands to reason that its dining scene would cater to different cultures, influences and visitors. But you may be wondering where do the locals eat?

Atlanta natives eat at the same places that tourists dine, but they also know where the great neighborhood bars, taverns and restaurants are.

If you want to eat like a local, some great neighborhood spots are:

Pizza

Best pizza restaurants in Atlanta.

Barbecue

Here are the best BBQ joints in Atlanta.

Soul Food

Here are the best soul food restaurants in Atlanta.

What Type Of Food Is Atlanta Known For?

Atlanta is know for its many new Atlanta restaurants opening that it’s easy to miss the latest and greatest. AtlantaFi.com has a finely curated list of the best food events in Atlanta and where to eat in Atlanta  each week for grub.

Atlanta is for foodies of all kinds. If you want to explore the palate of Georgia’s largest city, do it on your terms and check out the fun, cool and new places to eat in Atlanta this weekend and even on the weekday. You can start downtown, and get it crackin’ in Buckhead. Check out the newest Atlanta restaurants, beautiful parks and unexplored spots you’ve only heard about. AtlantaFi your experience!

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CJ Johnson: CJ is a longtime Atlantan who has written a book about Atlanta's food scene. He has also fallen in love with the city's music and sports scenes. He writes about Food, Restaurants, Travel, Sports and Atlanta Culture. Check out the book. https://amzn.to/3RPmbZM
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