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The Atlanta Police Department has raised the reward to $20,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of the people seen starting a fire at a Wendy’s restaurant at 125 University Avenue.
Atlanta police believe that there was more than one person involved in the fire, but two woman were caught on video.
Related: Who Is Natalie White?
The Atlanta Fire Department believes more people may have been involved.
If you have any information on the firestarter, Call 404-577-TIPS (8477) or submit information online to Crime Stoppers.
The authorities also released new images of a woman who they say started the fire. The new photos show a woman who appears to be Caucasian in a store hours before the protests.
Photo credit: Atlanta Police Department The reward increase is indicative of how significance the case has become. Former Police Chief Ericka Shields told reporters when the protests first occurred that investigators found that many of the protesters, especially the agitators, were not from Atlanta.
@StopCrimeATL is offering a $10,000 reward for information on the individuals responsible for starting a fire that led to the destruction of a Wendy’s restaurant at 125 University Avenue. Call 404-577-TIPS (8477) or submit information online at https://t.co/aS17unWjQi. pic.twitter.com/GsVaka56xT
— Atlanta Police Department (@Atlanta_Police) June 14, 2020
Concerns have grown that instigators have joined many of the protesters for reasons not yet clear. When damage is done, many protesters have tried to identify those who have vandalized property and caused destruction.
A WHITE girl set the Wendy’s fire. And we caught her on tape. Share this before they blame us. pic.twitter.com/yvwqqXysFB #AtlantaRiot #AtlantaProtest
— Angel (@angelacab13) June 14, 2020
People gathered at the Wendy’s for a second day in the wake of a police homicide that was caught on video. The gathering site was the Wendy’s restaurant on the city’s south side.
The previous day, large plumes of smoke bellowed from the Wendy’s at University Avenue and Pryor Road late Saturday and into Sunday as protesters sent a message to the powers that be.
Fire at Wendy's on University Ave in southwest Atlanta raging. A night to remember in Atlanta: Rayshard Brooks shot by an officer, the chief of Atlanta police resigned, and protesters stormed the interstate. Now, fire. #AtlantaShooting #AtlantaProtest pic.twitter.com/Fgjq7jhDiZ
— Ric Garni (@RICGARNI) June 14, 2020
The protests, which have been happening every night, took on renewed significance after Atlanta police shot down Rayshard Brooks after a brief struggle.
Late into the night, Atlanta police were trying to get protesters to leave the scene. Many of them showed up outside a police precinct in nearby Grant Park.
Video released by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation showed that Brooks was tased by two officers then wrestled with them on the ground before emerging with the taser and trying to run.
He was shot in the back three times and died a short time later.
GBI released video that shows the moment Rayshard Brooks was shot and killed by an Atlanta Police officer at a Wendys on University Ave last night. Police say Brooks had taken an officer's taser and pointed it at the officer as he ran. pic.twitter.com/1G8fn03gFV
— Matt Johnson (@MattWSB) June 13, 2020
The already explosive atmosphere reached fever pitch immediately as people congregated around the Wendy’s where the slaying happened.
As public pressure mounted, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced that Police Chief Ericka Shields would resign so that the police force could start to rebuild with a fresh face at the helm.
Bottoms also called for the immediate termination of the officer who killed Brooks.
LIVE: Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms discusses man shot and killed by APD Friday night https://t.co/IQk117Yzb2
— CBS46 (@cbs46) June 13, 2020
Later in the night, protesters marched onto the highway and shut down one side of Interstate 75, where they stopped traffic.
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A number of voting precincts in Georgia, especially around Atlanta in Fulton, Gwinnett and DeKalb counties, experienced massive technical difficulties on Tuesday.
As a result, the Georgia Secretary of State opened an investigation into voting problems.
Frustrated voters filed complaints and disgusted officials took to social media to decry the problems, which work to suppress voter expression.
Many of them aimed their ire at Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp, who many feel suppressed the vote the last time elections were held.
Here are some of the videos on social media that illustrate what voters have had to endure:
Best Karen EVER 👀
F#@k you, Brian Kemp pic.twitter.com/rY6ccssZ7d
— insecure Al (@insecure_al) June 9, 2020
With voting machines down, many people were directed to use provisional ballots.
.@bluestein @politicalinsidr @staceyabrams multi blocks line to vote at Lang Carson in Reynoldstown. For a primary-imagine how bad this will be in the general. Hours long wait -just like 2018 @BrianKempGA pic.twitter.com/ocQBWyRO8D
— AJT44 (@ajt44) June 9, 2020
In DeKalb, voters were asked to report election issues to the DeKalb Board of Voter Registration & Elections at 404-298-4020.
On Twitter, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms summoned election officials to handle problems being reported to her by voters in real time.
@FultonInfo, voters in line at Ralph Bunche precinct, one of the largest in Atlanta, say NONE of the machines are working. Please address this ASAP. @marvinarrington @NatalieWHall @ChairRobbPitts
— Keisha Lance Bottoms (@KeishaBottoms) June 9, 2020
“Voters in line at Ralph Bunche precinct, one of the largest in Atlanta, say NONE of the machines are working. Please address this ASAP,” she tweeted.
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Over the last decade, Atlanta has cemented itself as the movie-making capital of the world. Some of the best films of the past 20 years have been filmed in Atlanta and parts of Georgia.
The city’s lush landscape, four-season weather and mix of metropolitan and rural amenities makes it a perfect spot for movie scouts. This article will explore some of the top filming locations in Atlanta. But first, you may also want to know…
But first, more Travel Content:
What Movies Are Filming In Georgia? Why Is It Cheaper To Film In Georgia? How Does The Film Industry Impact Georgia? What Are Some Movies That Have Filmed In Atlanta? Before we get into these movie locations, you may be interested in some similar content we have that is movie related:
Atlanta History Center
Photo credit: Youtube.com The Atlanta History Center is one of many local venues where filming has commenced for movies and documentaries.
The Georgian Terrace
The Georgian Terrace is one of many local venues where filming has commenced for movies and documentaries.
Marriott Marquis
Photo credit: Marriott Marquis / Facebook Downtown Atlanta’s Marriott Marquis is not only a huge convention destination, but full-length films have been shot there.
Georgia Aquarium
Photo credit: Youtube.com The fish at the Georgia Aquarium make for a beautiful backdrop in many movies and TV series.
Jackson Street Bridge
One of the most recognizable spots in Atlanta, the Jackson Street Bridge has co-starred with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars.
Piedmont Park
Piedmont Park is a film favorite for movie directors, especially those looking for romantic scenes.
The Swan House
The Swan House is Buckhead is one of the most booked venues when it comes to weddings. More movie directors are using it as a film location as well.
Trilith Studios (Formerly Pinewood Studios)
461 Sandy Creek Rd, Fayetteville, GA 30214
Trilith Studios has the distinction of being the haven for Marvel Studios production, so that means The Avengers saga, Thor, Ant Man, they all come through here. It’s also where the Georgia Film Academy is based, so many of the brightest prospects get hired on projects.
If you’re planning a career in film production, you can get your Production Certification at Trilith as well.
EUE Screen Gems Studios
75 Lakewood Way SW, Atlanta, GA 30315
Located in southwest Atlanta just off interstate 75/85, EUE Screen Gems Studios is a movie mecca. The huge facility has hosted more than 30 scripted television shows and feature films since opening in 2010.
Movies filmed at EUE Screen Gems Studios include One Tree Hill, Iron Man 3, Flight, Sleepy Hollow, Under the Dome and many more.Tyler Perry Studios
315 Deshler St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | 678) 500-3710
Photo credit: Tyler Perry / Instagram Tyler Perry Studios opened in 2019 in a lavish celebrity-filled affair on its southwest Atlanta campus. Movie mogul Tyler Perry named many of the lots after prominent African-American actors.The studio spans across a 330-acre lot that was once the Fort McPherson Army barracks. Here are some things may not know about Tyler Perry Studios.Why Is It Cheaper To Film In Georgia?
Georgia has provided tax incentives to the movie industry that have upended California’s dominance over Hollywood film production.
The Peach State has one of the lowest tax penalties in the nation levied on films. Currently Georgia gives movie and TV production companies 20% off on taxes if they do the work in-state.
That’s 20 cents off every dollar for all film and TV production if the company spends $500,000 or more. Those provisions were put in place by the Georgia’s Entertainment Industry Investment Act.
How Does The Film Industry Impact Georgia’s Economy?
Georgia’s film industry has a direct correlation to the success of its economic.
With more than 900 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.Not only do venues and restaurants benefit from Georgia’s film industry, but a pipeline of production crews, acting talent and writers have cropped up to service the industry.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 yousubscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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Atlanta has been one of the cities rocked by protests amid the police officer-induced death of George Floyd. In a viral video on social media, tanks appear to be commandeered by civilians in Atlanta.
The video shows people on a tank in what looks like some Atlanta projects. Although variations of the video claimed that it was recorded in East Atlanta, many social media users said it was actually taken in southwest Atlanta.
Atlanta Stolen Tanks? Here’s What We Know
We’ve thought we’ve seen it all until someone managed to bring tanks to the hood in East Atlanta today. 😂🤣 pic.twitter.com/LBSRjThwgW
— Everything Georgia (@GAFollowers) June 5, 2020
According to musings on social media, the tanks are not from any militarized force on American streets. They also aren’t from protesters, which have marched nightly through the city.
Speculation on social media indicates that the tanks were part of a music video being shot on location. AtlantaFi.com was not able to confirm this information.
In any event, the tanks don’t appear to be stolen, so that’s the good thing.
Nonetheless, tanks on an Atlanta street have raised more than a few eyebrows, especially against the backdrop of the president advocating the U.S. military to “dominate” lawful protesters in U.S. cities.
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A visibly exhausted Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms established a curfew for Atlanta one day after violent protests and looting erupted in the city.
Bottoms put the measures in place after protesters vandalized several buildings in downtown Atlanta, including CNN Center, where the restaurant McCormicks & Schmicks is located.
Protesters gathered downtown to draw attention to the violent death of George Floyd, who was killed by a Minneapolis police officer. The incident was caught on camera and has ignited protests throughout the nation.
In Atlanta, a protest that was advertised as a peaceful movement that would observe social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic turned chaotic as night fell.
What Are The Atlanta Curfew Hours?
The mayor of Atlanta signed an Executive Order for a citywide curfew from 9 p.m. to sunrise the next morning.
A couple of demonstrators jumped on a police car and as officers pulled away, the vehicle was set afire and engulfed in flames moments later.
In one tense moment, an officer was seen shoving a bike onto a woman, which was quickly exposed by the crowd.
In a plea for calm, Bottoms evoked billionaire and CNN founder Ted Turner to ask protesters to go home.
“You’re not honoring the legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and the civil rights movement. You’re not protesting anything with bricks in your hand breaking windows in this city,” Bottoms said.
"This is chaos. A protest has purpose. When Dr. King was assassinated we didn't do this to our city," Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said. "If you want change in America, go and register to vote." https://t.co/1M9DJg6CSz pic.twitter.com/74p8sryX0D
— Cuomo Prime Time (@CuomoPrimeTime) May 30, 2020
She also brought out rapper T.I. and Killer Mike, who both told protesters to keep the peace and resist the urge to turn violent.
Rapper Killer Mike delivers an impassioned plea to protesters in Atlanta to strategise, organise, mobilise, and hold their politicians to account, after clashes with police over the death of unarmed black man George Floyd in Minneapolishttps://t.co/FsiLiw0F1a pic.twitter.com/VZ4oAEPhd5
— BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) May 30, 2020
“If you sit in your homes tonight instead of burning your homes to the ground, you will have time to properly plot, plan, strategize, organize znd mobilize in an effective way.”
But after those speeches, small fires broke out across the street from CNN Center at Centennial Olympic Park.
As news cameras kept pace with the demonstrators, the crowds started to die down. SWAT team police began to mobilize as well to move people back toward the park.
But unbeknownst to the authorities, the protesters began to make their way to Buckhead, the richest area of the city. They would descend on the Lenox Square area, choosing to break into Phipps Plaza across the street.
Social media video showed people running up to the glass doors, looking to breach them.
Lenox Mall in Buckhead (Atlanta) right now pic.twitter.com/9wos4pwneX
— Scott Stewart (@StewStewart) May 30, 2020
Protesters also showed up in the Lindbergh area, vandalizing the Target there and looting items from the store.
UPDATE: Looters have damaged a Target in #Buckhead and another in the Lindbergh area. In addition, windows were broken at an AT&T store near Lenox Square Mall: https://t.co/KIp3i5LG43 #AtlantaProtest #AtlantaRiot pic.twitter.com/nFo0HDTpgU
— AJC (@ajc) May 30, 2020
Meanwhile, in Phipps Plaza, looters commandeered a vehicle inside the mall and were able to break into several upscale stores, including Gucci and Dior.
They going crazy in Lenox mall I’m Gucci lol 😂 pic.twitter.com/lBaJpu7l9k
— Phil B. (@Arnaz_X) May 30, 2020
As a result, Bottoms instituted a curfew, saying Saturday afternoon that the protests — which she knows quite a lot about as a native Atlantan — were different this time around.
“When I saw the people out today cleaning up our city and our crew were out there, that felt like Atlanta to me,” she said. “This shouldn’t have been about police cars burning… this is about lives being lost.”
Update on protests in downtown Atlanta https://t.co/51k63pwAcc
— Atlanta Police Department (@Atlanta_Police) May 30, 2020
“What it felt like to me today was we are the city that cities across this country only wish that they could be, which is why last night I said we are better than this as a city and we’re better than this as a country,” she said.
What started out as a peaceful demonstration, quickly turned into mayhem and unnecessary destruction, and ultimately an assault on businesses that are already struggling to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic,” Bottoms remarked.
“This was a highly calculated terrorist organization,” Atlanta Police Chief Erika Shields pointedly said, noting that many of the protesters were out-of-towners.
In Gwinnett County at Sugar Mills Mall, throngs of protesters emerged as authorities met them with a show of force on a beautiful Saturday.
@wsbtv @11AliveNews Sugarloaf Mills in Lawrenceville right now! Please use your platform to bring Gwinnett PD aggression to light! #riot #gwinnett #BLACK_LIVES_MATTER #protest #georgesfloyd pic.twitter.com/OVuSrQmdzi
— ciara dubose (@ciaratheedoll) May 30, 2020
Meanwhile, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp ordered 1,500 National Guard troops to protect the city’s structures and monuments as tensions continued to rise for a second night.
Late Saturday disturbing video emerged from downtown Atlanta, which saw officers bust the windows out of a vehicle, pulled the passenger out and tase the driver.
The occupants of the vehicle were later identified as a Spelman and Morehouse student.
this is so wrong.. they’re pigs pic.twitter.com/aWebYvhMy2
— 𝑙𝑜𝑔₁₃🧸⁷ (@chimdesires) May 31, 2020
On Sunday, demonstrators took to the streets for a third straight day after more damage to buildings the night before.
#HBCUs4BlackLives rally from Cleophus R. Johnson Park to downtown Atlanta. @ajc pic.twitter.com/UTvDxQ68BB
— Adrianne Murchison (@Adriannemarie19) May 31, 2020
On Sunday, May 31, Bottom announced that the officers involved in the tasing of a Spelman and Morehouse student were fired from the force.
Hours later, one of the officers involved emerged on social media, explaining how he actually showed “compassion” for the driver, who he said he helped to safety.
.@KeishaBottoms who exactly did you fire? Officer A. Jones is literally over here justifying his actions and the actions of the other cops who attacked Messiah and Taniyah. Why is this officer in duty the next day? Why is this man still with a job? pic.twitter.com/ihEBBVoIU6
— Eyerusalem (@_eyerusalem) May 31, 2020
The officer who knelt on Floyd’s neck for nearly 9 minutes is at this moment facing third-degree murder charges.
Protesters and many people around the nation are agitating for the other three officers to be charged in Floyd’s death as well.
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If you’re an LA Fitness nut like me, you know that one is never too far away no matter where you are in Atlanta. I wanted to show you where all the LA Fitness locations were in Atlanta.
In Atlanta, LA Fitness has taken over many of the Bally Fitness locations, thus giving it a huge advantage over other fitness centers.
Here Are LA Fitness Locations In Atlanta
Ansley Mall
1544 Piedmont Ave NE Suite 115 Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 249-6463
View this post on InstagramAkers Mill
2995 Cobb Parkway Atlanta, GA 30339
(770) 956-9093View this post on InstagramAtlanta-Peachtree Road
3535 Peachtree Road NE Suite 300 Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 389-1143View this post on InstagramAtlantic Station
261 19th St. Suite 1140 Atlanta, GA 30363
(404) 810-9015View this post on InstagramLenox/Buckhead
3232 Peachtree Road NW, #A Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 233-8311
View this post on InstagramBrookhaven
755 Brookhaven Ave Atlanta, GA 30319
(678) 280-8844View this post on InstagramCamp Creek
3755 Carmia Dr. SW, Suite 700 Atlanta, GA 30331
(404) 344-1248View this post on InstagramCollege Park
6385 Old National Highway Atlanta, GA 30349
(678) 304-2444View this post on InstagramMidtown
75 Fifth Street NW Suite E Atlanta, GA 30308
(404) 212-1065View this post on InstagramToco Hills
2880 N. Druid Hill Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 321-2330View this post on InstagramHow Much Does It Cost To Join LA Fitness In Atlanta?
The exact cost of membership at LA Fitness varies slightly depending on whether you have signed up under a special or not. I have a Multi-Club and multi-state membership that costs $29.99 a month.
The $29.99 membership allows you to go to multiple LA Fitnesses in your city and across the nation.
For $26.99 a month, you can get membership to a single LA Fitness.
I had to pay a $99 initiation fee for that though. For single club access, you can get a membership for about $25 a month.
History
The reason is because, if you’re like me, you need to know where you can workout, train or just play basketball around the city.
What would become LA Fitness was first named Rainbow Nautilus. It was founded by Chin Yi and Lisa Maria Novins in 1983. In Covina, just outside Los Angeles, California, the name change stuck and LA Fitness took off.
If you’re looking for a gym that has it all, LA Fitness is it!
How To Cancel An LA Fitness Membership
If you want to cancel your LA Fitness membership, it’s not as easy as it could be. There is no button on their website that allows you to cancel.
Instead, you have three ways you can cancel your LA Fitness membership:
- You have to write a cancellation letter to the corporate headquarters at PO Box 54170, Irvine, CA 92619-4170
- You can also call LA Fitness and tell their customer service representative that you would like to cance. The number is
- Finally, you can print a cancellation form online. from the LA Fitness site. Once you log on at My LA Fitness, click on Account Information tab and then click on the “Cancellation Form” option on the right side of the screen. Once you have the form, you can deliver the notice to the operations manager at your local LA Fitness facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Pro tip: If you mail the notice by certified mail and keep a record for your files. Also, make sure your cancellation is postmarked at least five business days before your next billing date to avoid being billed.
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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 coronavirus pandemic has shut down small and large churches across the nation, including in Georgia, the heart of the Bible Belt. No state re-opening has been as controversial as Georgia’s.
Georgia churches are still allowed to have religious services but they must adhere to strict public health guidelines issued by the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and enforced by local officials.
Will Churches Be Allowed To Open In 2020?
Those health guidelines make up a trinity of basic hygiene measures, including:
- Social distancing
- Wearing masks, face coverings, gloves and other PPE
- Limiting gatherings of 10 or more people
One of the dilemmas for Georgia pastors and other religious leaders is how to accommodate the elderly, who typically make up a large portion of the contributions flowing into a given church.
Some preachers have thought about using a ticketing system to reward those ones with in-person services, but when those numbers get close to 10, things become much more dangerous.
Here’s When Georgia Can Re-Open Bars and Clubs
Still, others have stopped tuning into church altogether or accused the state of banning religious services, which is a constitutional issue.
“In-person services were never banned,” Gov. Brian Kemp tweeted in response to criticism over church closings. “We have encouraged — and continue to encourage — online and remote services.”
He added: “In-person services should always practice social distancing and work to implement sanitation procedures to keep congregations safe.”
As far whether Georgia churches will be allowed to open this year, much depends on the virus. As Georgia’s numbers go up and down, state officials will likely keep gatherings tamped down.
That means church leaders will have to get creative. Many are doing teleconferencing services and other video systems, which are likely to continue.
Atlantafi.com is bringing you the latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has the state of Georgia and the city of Atlanta under a state of emergency. More definitive advice on health, please visit CDC.gov. Here are some helpful links:
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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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