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Midnight Market ATL is one of the premiere food events in Atlanta — and it’s happening this weekend. Interested in going? Read on.
What Is Midnight Market ATL and When Is It Held?
Midnight Market ATL is a late-night food festival held at Atlantic Station in Atlanta, designed for foodies aged 21 and older who love to eat, drink, and dance. You can purchase tickets here.
It features over 40 food vendors offering small plates (many priced at $8 or less, with at least one $5 option per vendor), showcasing a variety of international cuisines.
Where is Midnight Market ATL Being Held?
Midnight Market ATL is being held at 1380 Atlantic Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30363. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Where: Atlantic Station, 1380 Atlantic Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30363
When: Friday, June 20
What: Kick off the weekend with live music and a vibrant night market featuring local vendors, food, and drinks. The Midnight Market ATL continues on Saturday, June 21, for more late-night fun.
Cost: Free entry; bring cash for vendors.The event also includes 40 local artisans, free roller skating, live DJs, and additional activities like games. It typically occurs over one or two nights, with the 2025 event scheduled for June at the Pinnacle Lot. Tickets are required, and attendees are encouraged to bring their appetite, crew, or a date.
Final Word
Atlanta is for tourists, but it’s also for locals. If you want to explore Georgia’s largest city, do it on your terms and check out the fun, cool and new things happening 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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Nothing says Father’s Day like a nice, hearty meal in a comfortable environment. Atlanta’s restaurants have some great Father’s Day meals that Dad will love.
If you’re looking for a place to take dear old dad, here are the restaurants with Father’s Day specials in Atlanta.
When Is Father’s Day 2025?
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 15, which means that in a few days it’s going to be the daddy of all great days. Pops will likely be hungry so you’ll need to take care of that ASAP.
Atlanta Restaurants With Father’s Day Meals
Here’s a roundup of Atlanta restaurants offering special Father’s Day menus or events for June 15, 2025, based on available information. Reservations are recommended for most locations, and prices may exclude tax and gratuity unless noted. Note that Father’s Day falls during the FIFA Club World Cup kickoff in Atlanta, so some restaurants may also host soccer watch parties.
Casa Nuova Italian Restaurant (Alpharetta)
- Offering: Father’s Day Take & Bake menu for at-home celebrations. Main courses include lasagna, chicken Francese, sausage and peppers, or meatballs, served with house salad and garlic bread.
- Pricing: Half trays ($75, feeds 4–6); full trays ($150, feeds 8–12). Includes 10% discount at Cork & Glass wine shop.
- Details: Pre-orders due by June 12; pickup on June 14.
Chido & Padre’s (Buckhead)
- Offering: Brunch and dinner specials. Brunch features Nopales Oaxaca omelet ($15) with skillet hash potatoes, Morita chile salsa, and queso Oaxaca. Dinner includes carne asada grilled skirt steak ($26) with ranchero sauce.
- Details: Reservations via OpenTable.
Fogón and Lions (Alpharetta)
- Offering: Father’s Day brunch buffet featuring “Asado” (fire-roasted meats and sausages) and tapas. Dads get bottomless mimosas and beer.
- Pricing: $69/adult, $29/kid.
- Location: 10 Roswell St. Suite 100, Alpharetta, GA 30009.
- Details: Reservations online.
Gypsy Kitchen (Buckhead)
Photo credit: Gypsy Kitchen - Offering: Mediterranean-inspired specials including black-eyed pea falafel ($14) with mint labneh, pickled onions, and chile oil, and braised lamb shank ($38) with pearl couscous, preserved lemon, and mint. Craft cocktails and sangria available.
- Location: 3035 Peachtree Rd NE Ste A209, Atlanta, GA 30305.
- Details: Open all day; reservations recommended.
Il Premio (Forth Hotel, Old Fourth Ward)
- Offering: Italian Father’s Day menu with dishes like grilled veal chop, carbonara, and grilled asparagus, plus a martini flight.
- Timing: 3–9 p.m.
- Location: 800 Rankin St. NE, Atlanta.
- Details: Reservations via 470-470-8020.
Mary Mac’s Tea Room (Midtown)
- Offering: Southern classics like fried chicken and Georgia peach cobbler.
- Timing: Opens early at 10 a.m.
- Details: No specific Father’s Day menu noted, but early opening caters to holiday crowds.
Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails (Milton)
- Offering: Three-course menu with choices like watermelon gazpacho, candied bacon deviled eggs, shrimp and grits, or wagyu medallions.
- Pricing: $65/person.
- Timing: 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
- Location: 800 Mayfield Road, Milton.
- Details: Reservations via 770-817-0161.
O-Ku (West Midtown)
- Offering: Osusume (chef’s choice) Ribeye five-course experience with signature and seasonal dishes.
- Pricing: $85/person.
- Timing: 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
- Location: 1085 Howell Mill Road, Atlanta.
- Details: Reservations via 404-500-2383.
Serena Pastificio (Midtown)
- Offering: Coastal Northern Italian brunch menu featuring Pollo e Waffle, Ravioli alla Carbonara, and Benedette al Prosciutto.
- Details: Reservations online.
The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill (Buckhead)
- Offering: Specials include shrimp pasta Alfredo ($32), steak frites with garlic butter ($36), and sweet potato-crusted trout.
- Details: No specific reservation details provided.
The Southern Gentleman (Buckhead)
- Offering: Three-course prix-fixe brunch ($65/person) with dishes like steak and eggs or bourbon-glazed salmon. Enhanced dinner menu available.
- Details: Kids’ menu priced à la carte; reservations recommended.
Your 3rd Spot (West Midtown)
- Offering: Full-day celebration with unlimited games, DJ entertainment, six- or eight-course Taste & Explore menu, and themed family packages.
- Details: Special pricing for early bookings
Final Word
Dads are often the neglected parent when it comes to dining. But that doesn’t have to be the case for you.
Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also 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: 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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Kick off the weekend with this 8th annual Taco & Tequila Crawl, sampling tacos and tequila at various Midtown venues. Expect a lively crowd, great drinks, and tasty bites at one of the best festivals in Atlanta.
Taco & Tequila Crawl ATL: What you need to know
The Taco & Tequila Crawl is set for Saturday, June 7, 2025, starting at 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT in Midtown at several locations. Your General Admission Ticket Includes:
- 4 Tacos
- Taco Crawl Signature Koozie
- Exclusive drink specials at every stop (Margs, Beer, and Tequila)
- The Taco Crawl Signature Crawl Map
- Professional photographer on site
- Exclusive party stops to dance off the tacos & margaritas
- More to come!
VIP Ticket Includes:
- Signature Taco Crawl T-Shirt pictured below
- 5 Tacos
- Early registration starting at 11am (extra hour of crawling)
- Complimentary shot of tequila upon arrival at VIP check-in
- Taco Crawl Signature Koozie
- Exclusive drink specials at every stop (Margs, Beer, and Tequila)
- The Taco Crawl Signature Crawl Map
- Professional photographer on site
- Exclusive party stops to dance off the tacos & margaritas
- More to come!
Tickets start from $31 and up.
Participating Bars, Cantinas, and Specials:
- Escorpión – Registration
- Senor Patron
- Fado Irish Pub & Restaurant Midtown Atlanta
- Hudson Grille
- Ri Ra Irish Pub
- Rreal Tacos
- Publico ATL Midtown
- Tin Lizzy Midtown
- More restaurants to come including tacos and drink specials!
This is a rain or shine event! Refunds given until 30 days from event.
Final Word
Atlanta has just about everything you need for a fun time in a big-city. If you love to laugh, you should check out the best comedy clubs in Atlanta.
For those who feel like dancing or vibing to some music, Atlanta’s got some of the best clubs in the South.
Want to get out of the house during the day? Why not get some shopping in the city by patronizing local vendors with handmade goods, arts, crafts, candles, soaps, vintage and more.
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The Atlanta Fringe Festival takes place this weekend in the heart of the city. It is one of the best festivals in Atlanta this time of year.
This annual two-week celebration wraps up this weekend featuring non-mainstream performing arts with live theater, dance, puppetry, storytelling, and more.
Over 80 performance groups across 10 venues offer a mix of edgy, creative shows, including family-friendly options during Kid Fringe.
When Does the Atlanta Fringe Festival Take Place?
The 13th annual festival takes place May 28-June 8, 2025 at venues throughout East Atlanta, featuring live performances by 60 artist groups from across the country, as well as featured performances from some of our favorite local Atlanta artists.
Brunch Bunch: Thursday, June 5
Highland Bakery: Southern comfort food (sweet potato pancakes, fried chicken eggs benedict), plus pastries and baked goods, coffee + smoothies.
Little 5 Points AND East Atlanta Village – June 6, 7
The wildly popular Street Fringe has EXPLODED into its second spectacular year, unleashing an absolute tsunami of jaw-dropping street talent from every corner of America! Not just ONE but TWO locations this year – Little 5 Points AND East Atlanta Village are about to transform into mind-blowing busking wonderlands!
How To Buy Tickets
Most tickets are $15 (Five/5ths tickets are $25 online, $30 at the door). We strongly encourage
buying your tickets online at AtlantaFringe.org. The box office at each venue opens one hour
before the first show of the day. At-the-door tickets for each show will be on sale approximately 45
minutes before showtime.Locations
- 7 Stages: 1105 Euclid Ave NE; Atlanta, GA 30307
- Argosy: 470 Flat Shoals Ave SE; Atlanta, GA 30316
- Criminal Records: 1154 Euclid Ave NE A; Atlanta, GA 30307
- Davis Plaza: 422 Seminole Ave NE; Atlanta, GA 30307
- Drugstore Vintage: 141 Euclid Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
- EAV Cafe: 500 Flat Shoals Ave SE; Atlanta, GA 30316
- The Pub @ EAV: 469 Flat Shoals Ave SE; Atlanta, GA 30316
- Findley Plaza: 394 Moreland Ave NE; Atlanta, GA 30307
Final Word
Atlanta has just about everything you need for a fun time in a big-city. If you love to laugh, you should check out the best comedy clubs in Atlanta.
For those who feel like dancing or vibing to some music, Atlanta’s got some of the best clubs in the South.
Want to get out of the house during the day? Why not get some shopping in the city by patronizing local vendors with handmade goods, arts, crafts, candles, soaps, vintage and more.
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Recording artist Cardi B is speaking about her financial affairs in a rant she posted on social media in response to shenanigans from her estranged husband OffSet.
The former Migos rapper and Cardi B, whose real name is Belcalis Marlenis Almanzar, purchased a Buckhead mansion in 2019 when they were newlyweds. Since then, the couple have split due to marital issues, including allegations of cheating.
Cardi’s latest tirade, this one expletive-laden, was sparked by a request for spousal support by OffSet’s attorney.
Talking on Spaces, Cardi B addresses Offset’s request for spousal support, saying she didn’t initially ask for child support to end their marriage quickly and has kept their house open for him to see their children, despite his infrequent visits. She says “It is not one day that he not allow to see my kid,” highlighting her efforts to facilitate his access.
She also details the extensive expenses she covers for their children, including a $45,000 school fee, a $3,000 weekly babysitter, and additional costs for tutors, piano lessons, and security due to threats against their daughter. “My kids got their own driver. The kids driver is on a retainer for ten thousand dollars a month.”
Cardi’s home is in one of the most expensive homes in Atlanta.
About the Atlanta Mansion, Cardi B Says:
- “The Atlanta house you have for me with the bill. The last year you have left me with the kids bill.”
- “Everyone had go over here and clap shit the fuck up cause at the end of day I’m paying for the bill in that shit cuz you haven’t paid shit for a whole year.”
- “But you know what you harass me so much with my when we were my nigga there I just want peace I want peas you wanna be with your bitch in this house all right fine just please leave me alone.”
Here is what Cardi had to say:
Cardi said last year that she no longer wanted the Atlanta home, but evidently she’s still paying for it.
Cardi has moved on, posting a provocative photo of herself with NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs, who she’s been seen with publicly a handful of times.
This is getting juicy.
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The Virginia-Highland Summerfest is happening in Midtown Atlanta this weekend.
The festival features three days of activities, including over 250 arts and crafts vendors, live music from local and regional performers, food trucks, and a kids’ zone. The 5K run is a highlight for active attendees. Free admission makes this a must-visit for a quintessential Atlanta experience.Keep reading to find out some key things to know about the event, which is one of Atlanta’s best festivals.
The Virginia-Highland Summerfest runs at the following times:
- June 6, Friday Night Kick-off: 6pm – 9 pm
- June 7: Saturday Festival: 10am – 10pm
- June 8: Sunday Festival: 11am-5pm
The festival will feature fine artists, live music, a KidsFest, and lots of food festival vendors to Virginia Highland, plus a Peachtree Road Race qualifying 5K run!
Virginia-Highland Summerfest: Everything To Know
The Summerfest will include a lot of cool things to see, eat and enjoy this year, from arts and crafts from some of the best artists and makers in the Southeast to live entertainment.
5K Race
For more than 30 years, Summerfest has included one of the best races in Atlanta, the 5K Race, which is a Peachtree Road Race qualifier.
The 5K race begins at the eastern end of the festival just one block east of the intersection of Virginia and N. Highland.
Want to cheer on the runners? The gun goes off at 8 a.m. Saturday.
Live Music
As always, there will be live music made up with some of the most eclectic bands you should know about.
Fine Art Market
Features artwork from some of the best artists in the southeast and beyond. It is not juried this year and there will be no awards.
Makers’ Market
Includes handmade items such as soaps, lotions, candles, pet items, plants and delicious consumables such as nuts, chocolate, jams, honey, etc. These vendors are not allowed to sell t-shirts, clothing, crafts of any kind or home objects such as furniture or decorative objects, drinks, non-packaged food or toys.
Where Will Virginia-Highland Summerfest Be Located?
The Virginia-Highland Summerfest will take place at Virginia Ave. between Barnett St. and Arcadia St. at John Howell Park. Here’s a map to help you find it.
Festival organizers say to use “Virginia Avenue at N. Highland Avenue 30306” as the destination for the festival
Final Word
Atlanta has plenty of things to do this weekend. Don’t sit this one out. While it’s warm, take advantage of the outdoors. Don’t miss these awesome festivals.
The fun is just starting. Are you a beer drinker? You also may want to visit a craft brewery in the city.
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Being billed as the ‘largest national touring festival,” the Breakaway Music Festival comes to Atlanta on Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17. Get tickets to Friday’s show. Go to Saturday’s show.
The event is a major touring festival for EDM acts, and debuts in Atlanta with headliners Zedd, Illenium and Chris Lake.
What’s the Music Lineup for the Breakaway Music Festival?
The Breakaway Atlanta Music Festival 2025, happening May 16-17 at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium, features the following lineup:
Headliners:
- Chris Lake
- Illenium
- Zedd
Additional Acts:
- ALLEYCVT
- Blanke
- Cyclops
- Dennett
- Disco Lines
- Dr. Fresch
- it’s murph
- Le Youth
- Mary Droppinz
- Miss Dre
- Myles O’Neal
- Never Dull
- Night Tales
- Nikita, The Wicked
- SHIMA
- Space Laces
- Tinlicker
- Wooli
Local Atlanta Talent:
- Gazza
- Gia Nobody
- Not Available
Check Our Your Atlanta
Check out Atlanta’s Ultimate Festival Guide for more outdoor events like this.
Atlanta is for tourists, but it’s also for locals. If you want to explore Georgia’s largest city, do it on your terms and check out the fun, cool and new things happening 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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Got a green thumb? Or wish you had one? Then you’ll love this event, which is sponsored by WABE.
The Atlanta Soil Festival returns to Atlanta this weekend from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 17 at Maddox Park. Learn about the importance of healthy soil, meet inspiring local growers, and enjoy a day of fun and learning.
In addition to hearing from local farmers, you’ll also learn the best time to grow fruits and vegetables in Georgia.
What to Expect:
- Delicious food from local vendors
- Engaging workshops on composting, beekeeping, and gardening
- Growers’ panel featuring local food leaders
- Farmers market & plant sale featuring local vendors
- Beer garden
- Free compost giveaway
- Kids’ activities & cooking demos for the whole family
The Atlanta Soil Festival costs between $4 and $25 for a ticket. This ticket covers admission, food, beverages, and more, and the festival aims to support local farms and community gardens.
Explore Your Atlanta
Atlanta has just what you need, not just today but every weekend. From exploring the city’s diverse restaurant scene to taking in a beautiful park greenspace or even checking out the hidden gems, Atlanta has some of everything.
First, to find all the good things happening in the city this week, all you have to do is take a look at downtown Atlanta. That’s where some of the best restaurants are as well as where the visitors, namely tourists, are.
If you’re a health nut and want more local healthy food choices, perhaps you’ll be interested in our Guide to Local Farmers Markets.
We also have special coverage of Black Farmers In Atlanta as well as How To Keto In Atlanta.
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The hits just keep on coming for national burger chain Shake Shack. The popular restaurant has announced the opening of its second U.S. Support Center at The Battery Atlanta later this year.
The new Atlanta office will join the brand’s original Support Center in New York – where Shake Shack was founded in 2004 – and its international Support Center in Hong Kong, forming a global network that supports Shake Shack’s 336 domestic Company-owned Shacks and roughly 13,000 U.S.-based Team Members, and more than 250 licensed Shacks across 20 countries.
Together, these offices are key to driving the Company’s long-term goal of opening 1,500 domestic Company-owned Shacks and continued global growth.
“Shake Shack will always have a home in New York City – our birthplace and the culinary capital of the world,” said Rob Lynch, CEO at Shake Shack. “By expanding our Support Center footprint to Atlanta, we’ll have the tools needed to fuel our next stage of growth, with spaces dedicated to enhancing how our teams connect, train and innovate. The Battery Atlanta stood out as a vibrant, community-driven location that reflects our brand values and offers access to Atlanta’s incredible talent. This expansion supports our ultimate goal of helping our Shack operators win big and deliver Enlightened Hospitality in every community we serve.”
Located across Battery Avenue from Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves, and next to the Coca-Cola Roxy, the over 25,000-square-foot office space will occupy Suite #100 in Two Ballpark Center. It will feature a state-of-the-art test kitchen and multiple training and meeting spaces, bringing the brand’s energy, innovation, and hospitality-forward spirit to Atlanta’s dynamic culinary landscape and thriving corporate community.
The new office space joins an impressive lineup of tenants and partners that have made The Battery Atlanta one of the region’s most vibrant mixed-use destinations.
In addition to the new Support Center opening later this year, Shake Shack will debut a new flagship restaurant at The Battery Atlanta this summer, introducing an exciting evolution of the brand. As the first full bar in Shake Shack’s company owned portfolio, this location will offer signature cocktails, classic cocktails, local craft beer, wine and more, all served alongside its beloved core menu.
“Shake Shack expanding into both office and restaurant spaces at The Battery Atlanta is a powerful testament to the dynamic environment we’ve built,” said Mike Plant, President and CEO of Braves Development Company.
“When looking for tenants, we knew Shake Shack was a perfect brand fit, not only because of their passionate fan base and employee first mentality, but also because of their deep-rooted focus on community and hospitality, which aligns perfectly with our vision of The Battery. We look forward to the long-term growth and collaboration this partnership will foster for both of our brands.”
As part of the new Atlanta Support Center, Shake Shack has also opened a Kitchen Innovation Lab just a short drive from The Battery Atlanta. The facility allows the brand’s Operations and Development teams to test new equipment and optimize kitchen layouts in a controlled environment to improve service speed and efficiency in new and current Shacks across the system.
Final Word
If you want to check out some other food spots in the area, here are the best restaurants in Buckhead. Or you might like to read our Buckhead Steak Guide to find all the best eateries offering mouth-watering prime cuts.
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Mother’s Day is one of the most restaurant-friendly days of the year, and in Atlanta it’s no different.
This year, there’s a lot of things going on, but that doesn’t mean we won’t take Momma out to eat. So where can you eat in Atlanta for Mother’s Day?
Many families will take the matriarch out on the town, feasting downtown, Midtown in Buckhead and all over. There are a number of specials on tap for Mama as well. Here are some of the best ones we’ve seen.
Here Are The Best Brunch Restaurants For Mother’s Day
Let’s take a culinary tour around Atlanta to see what’s on tap for restaurants on Mother’s Day.
The Americano
3315 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta
This Mother’s Day, The Americano is turning it up for brunch with a complimentary welcome glass of Sparkling Rosé at the Whispering Angel Photo Wall with a Rosé Our Way social media giveaway. It features a chance to win a staycation at the InterContinental Buckhead, live music, specialty cocktails and an extravagant buffet of carved Roasted New York Steak, Leg of Lamb, housemade pastas, and more crafted by Celebrity Chef Scott Conant.
As a special touch, a Live Fashion Illustrator will create a personalized portrait of Mom to take home—a bespoke keepsake honoring her style, strength, and grace.
- Price: $115++ per adult, $55++ for ages 12 and under, complimentary for children 3 and under.
- Timing: 11AM – 3:30PM; the live fashion illustrator will be available from 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM. Guests should arrive at least 15 minutes prior to their reservation if they wish to receive a portrait.
- Reservations: recommended HERE.
Apron
2 Porsche Drive, Hapeville, GA
Special Mother’s Day menu from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring bananas foster pancakes, sweet potato hash, and blueberry cream cheese-stuffed French toast. A la carte pricing. Reservations via 470-466-3330
Aria
490 East Paces Ferry Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 233-7673
Aria is opening especially for mom to offer a delicious meal in an elegant setting on Mother’s Day. The Buckhead restaurant welcomes guests starting at 5 p.m. and will be serving its regular menu in the dining room and a special wine pack for takeout. Make reservations online.
Persian Basket Kitchen & Bar
2100 Ray Moss Connector, Johns Creek, GA 30022 | (770) 674-2779
Persian Basket Kitchen & Bar in Johns Creek will have a special brunch on Mother’s Day.
Dish to try: The Persian Brunch Tray offers one of their signature omelets as well as an array of traditional Persian accoutrements including jams, honey, dates, grape molasses, walnuts, olives, kaymak, butter, beef jamon, herbs, feta and warm Naan.
5Church Atlanta
1197 Peachtree St NE #528, Atlanta, GA 30361 | (404) 400-3669
Treat mom to something special this Mother’s Day at 5Church Atlanta. Guests are invited to enjoy chef Mark Alba’s delicious sunrise (10 a.m.-4 p.m.) and sunset (4-8 p.m.) Mother’s Day buffets with server-attended stations.
Dish to try: Brunch highlights include seared Scottish salmon with creamed spinach, an omelet station and fried chicken with cayenne honey. Among the dinner features are prime rib with veal jus, baked ziti pasta, seared crab cakes and bacon-braised collard greens.
Cost is $45 for adults and $20 for children, and reservations can be made online.
Mary Mac’s Tea Room
224 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (404) 876-1800
Takeout X Curbside Pickup √ Dine-In √ Mary Mac’s is the quintessential downhome Southern eatery and a must-stop for visitors looking for a great Georgia dining experience.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Mary Mac’s. “Delicious and affordable southern food. The service was super friendly as well. Come hungry because the portion sizes are huge. Got the fried chicken and was not disappointed. While the green tomatoes were good, I’d recommend getting a different side. Just some better options on there that I wish I’d chosen!”
The Colonnade
1879 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 | (404) 874-5642
Since 1927, this discreet-looking place has served the masses a simple plate typical of two pieces of chicken, some cornbread and green beans. And it’s been a hit ever since.
Here’s what one reviewer says about The Colonnade: “The Colonnade is a main stay when you’re going out to eat. This was my first time dining (out). I ordered to go. The restaurant hostess was so kindhearted and friendly. The food is so delicious. Great food, family atmosphere and real community. The Colonnade is a great comfort food living room.”
Gypsy Kitchen
3035 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 939-9840
Gypsy Kitchen is rolling out all the stops for Mother’s Day. The Buckhead eatery’s chef will features such dishes as peekytoe crab Louie with butter lettuce, French beans, soft-boiled eggs, chervil and summer citronette; sorghum-glazed pork belly with white corn johnny cake, poached eggs, home fries and tasso ham Bearnaise;
What to Try: White Lily biscuits with house-made accoutrements; and ricotta cardamom fritters with orange blossom honey syrup and toasted pistachios. At 4 p.m., bring mom back for “Basque in the Sun,” the restaurant’s afternoon culinary adventure on the patio with live music and food and drinks specials.
Make reservations at Gypsy Kitchen online.
Marlow’s Tavern
Atlanta Locations
- 950 W Peachtree St NW #215, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (404) 815-0323
- 2355 Cumberland Pkwy SE Suite 10, Atlanta, GA 30339 | (770) 432-2526
- 3575 Durden Dr NE # 301, Atlanta, GA 30319 | (770) 557-1649
- 5600 Roswell Rd Suite 160, Atlanta, GA 30342 | (404) 255-8890
Marlow’s Tavern is welcoming guests on Mother’s Day, serving its regular menu of favorites including firecracker shrimp, Asian ahi tuna salad, “Infamous” fish tacos, Tavern burger, grilled Atlantic salmon and more. Call a convenient location to make a reservation.
Mom deserves a special day out, and Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails has a delicious prix fixe Mother’s Day meal planned. Executive chef Derek Dollar’s menu options include piquillo crab bisque, sticky peanut butter-toffee beignets, shrimp and lump crab pasta, pastrami-rubbed wagyu flank steak, hummingbird cake and more. Cost is $45 for adults and $22.50 for children. The historic Crabapple restaurant will be open from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. on May 9; make reservations online.
The Southern Gentleman
3035 Peachtree Rd, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (404) 939-9845
The Southern Gentleman has an excellent Mother’s Day meal planned in Buckhead.
What to Try: Avocado deviled eggs, duck confit eggs Benedict, brioche French toast, hot chicken sandwich, wagyu skirt steak frites, butter-poached lobster tail and sweet endings of chocolate bombe, spring berry tart and orange and grapefruit upside-down cake.
The Southern Gentleman opens at 10 a.m.; make reservations online.
Gocha’s Breakfast Bar
Atlanta Locations:
- 695 Cascade Rd SW STE 440 Atlanta, GA 30331 | (678) 927-9166
- 834 Glynn St S suite 244,248, Fayetteville, GA 30214 | (770) 629-7443
Gocha Hawkins opened Gocha’s Breakfast Bar in January 2019 in the Cascade area of Atlanta. Since then, the eatery has expanded to Fayette County and become one of metro Atlanta’s top brunch spots.
Get there about 11 a.m. to beat the crowd and treat Mom to a good meal!
Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours
1133 Huff Rd NW #D, Atlanta, GA 30318
Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours is a top Atlanta brunch spot run by Executive Chef and Owner Deborah VanTrece. And don’t forget her other Atlanta restaurant, Oreatha’s at the Point!
What Is The Best Thing To Do On Mother’s Day?
Mom will love you if you go all out with brunch, gifts and big hugs, but she may be an active woman. Take her out on the town. Take her to one of Atlanta’s malls and get her what she wants.
If she wants to live on the wild side a bit, take her on an Atlanta culinary adventure! Does she like barbecue? See our list of the Best Atlanta BBQ Restaurants. Is she a beer drinker? Take her to visit a craft brewery in the city.
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