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According to culinary lore, chicken and waffles came upon the scene in the early 1600s from the Dutch. Since then, countless generations have enjoyed it. There are many restaurants here in Atlanta that even specialize in chicken and waffles.
We’re going to show you some of the best places where you can find chicken and waffles in Atlanta.
Here Are The Best Chicken And Waffles In Atlanta
We’ve had some of the best chicken and waffles in Atlanta and can say with confidence what’s what. So, with that being said, here are the best chicken and waffles in Atlanta that we’ve tried. All of these Atlanta restaurants currently offer takeout / curbside delivery!
Atlanta Breakfast Club
249 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 (470) 428-3825
The Atlanta Breakfast Club is a culinary masterpiece from Executive Chef Anthony Sanders. Among the Atlanta Breakfast Club’s best dishes are their Chicken and Waffles.BQE Restaurant And Lounge
262 Edgewood Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 996-6159Here’s what one reviewer says about BQE’s food: “I frequent BQE a lot & I’ve had to wait for my food, but their food is exceptional! And yes I’ve received the wrong order,, but the waitress immediately corrected my order. My favorite is their Red Velet Chicken & Waffles…I suggest that you try the Fried Catfish! The service is great, but can’t expect the wait staff to be at your beckoning call in a crowded restaurant! The atmosphere is exactly what you’d expect at a restaurant lounge! Remember you get what you give…I get great service because I respect what the wait staff have to do & I tip well for good service! Read the reviews, but decide for yourself!”Chicken+Beer
6000 N Terminal Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30320 | (404) 209-3905Tucked inside Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, Chicken+Beer has some great chicken and waffles.Here’s what one reviewer says about Chicken+Beer. “Even though the walk to this restaurant was a little long it made getting that extra bit of chicken, waffles and biscuits even better.
It is even more awesome that they offer many flights of beer and we took that opportunity to try some local favorites. We tried some local Atlanta brews and each one of them was a treat of its own. Our favorite was sweet water brewery. We loved the chicken and waffles meal and we love just the fried chicken. Everything tasted moist and delicious and the service was impeccable. Our waiter really showed a sense of Southern pride when we were ordering and made sure to ask us where we were traveling to.”
Corner Grille
3823 Main St, Atlanta, GA 30337 (404) 767-1135
This College Park restaurant does New Orleans-inspired fare with the best of them (outside Louisiana). Adding a twist to their dishes, the Corner Grill hits the mark big-time with Jerk Chicken and Waffles.
Harold’s Chicken & Ice Bar
349 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 | (404) 577-0001
You’ll love the food at Harold’s Chicken & Ice Bar, which specializes in many delicious concoctions of the yardbird.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Harold’s Chicken & ice Bar. “The chicken and waffles we’re great. But the chicken by itself was awesome we will be returning soon.”
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken
299 Moreland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (678) 888-4884
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken is one of Atlanta’s best spots for hot chicken, but it also serves waffles.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Hattie B’s Hot Chicken. “Oh so yummies! I could have just had the waffles and been palatably pleased. I also had the chicken sandwich. Listed as “hot” chicken sandwich, I requested “mild”. Had I not had the forethought, there is no way that I would have been able to eat the sandwich, as I even had to drink the chicken pieces into the blue cheese to eat it. Heat is an understatement. The coleslaw, which comes on the chicken sandwich was a bit too vinegary for my taste but wasn’t completely off putting. I would get the sandwich again, as well as recommend it to others. Just get an extra lemonade to wash it down. Drink sizes are on the smaller scale.
Helen’s Hot Chicken
200 Edgewood Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 731-3369
Helen’s Hot Chicken on Edgewood also has some great chicken and waffles.
Here’s what one reviewer says about Helen’s Hot Chicken. “Excellent excellent food!!!!! An instagram food blogger featured this restaurant on his page and it looked amazing. I don’t live near this establishment so I had to wait for the right opportunity to make the trip to the city. Boy am I glad I did! This lace did not disappoint! I ordered their chicken sandwich which was AMAZING!!!! My cousin ordered the chicken and waffles. Can, we just take a moment to talk about how good the waffle was?!?!? Their waffle was so yummy with a nice chew that it put all other waffles to shame! I highly recommend trying this place, even if you don’t live near the city it’s worth the drive! I demolished the sandwich without getting the chance to take a pic. But I screen shot my cousins video of his food.”
Johnny’s World Famous Chicken & Waffles
3725 Main St, Atlanta, GA 30337 | (404) 748-4244
Johnny’s World Famous Chicken & Waffles is one of the best food spots in College Park. The eatery is co-owned by R&B singer Ne-Yo, his celebrity chef wife Crystal Smith and reality TV star Karlie Redd.
Here’s what one customer says about Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles: “The wait time was long but the bartender made it well worth it! Her customer service was awesome! The food was delicious as well! We had the red velvet waffle, Nashville hot chicken sandwich with waffle fries, & the Fab 4 (eggs, bacon, potatoes, & waffle). I’m sorry I have no pictures but we were starving once the food came out! I will definitely go again to try the salmon & lamb chops served after 4pm.”
Soul: Food And Culture
99 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (678) 795-3158
Atlanta Chefs Todd Richards and Joshua Lee have teamed up again aside from their Lake & Oak Neighborhood BBQ to bring us Soul: Food and Culture inside Krog Street Market.
This is the only chicken and waffles dish on your list that includes collard greens inside the waffle. Yum!
The new restaurant replaces Richards Southern Fried, which was sunset when the pandemic began.
South City Kitchen
1144 Crescent Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 (404) 873-7358
One of the best restaurants in Midtown Atlanta is South City Kitchen. So it’s no wonder that their chicken and waffles are in the upper echelon!
Final Bite
Chicken and waffles are two of those things that just seem to go together on a plate. Fortunately, Atlanta has a lot of restaurants that specialize in the dish (See Johnny’s Chicken and Waffles).
When it comes to restaurants, Atlanta is quickly gaining ground on some of the dining capitals around the United States.
The culinary excellence of Southern food is only part of the reason why Atlanta restaurants are having a moment. New entries into the restaurant entry, including steakhouses, seafood and fast-casual, represent a growing segment of the new Atlanta restaurants.
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.
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If you want to check out some other romantic restaurants in Atlanta, these are hard to beat. But Atlanta also has trendy restaurants, pop-ups and time-tested landmarks that continue to draw big crowds.Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
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Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles, the uber-successful restaurant started by singer Ne-Yo and his wife, celebrity chef Crystal Smith, is expanding in Atlanta.
The eatery’s original outpost in College Park has been a hit among the city’s restaurant row on Main Street. Now it’s Midtown Atlanta’s turn to get a taste of Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles.
Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles Coming To Midtown Atlanta
Opening this summer in the space formerly occupied by The Federal restaurant, Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles is hoping for the same acclaim they’ve enjoyed as one of College Park’s best restaurants.
“The response to Johnny’s so far has been fantastic,” Ne-Yo said. “And that’s because it combines two things all Atlantans love—delicious chicken and waffles and our unsurpassed homegrown music scene.”
The restaurant is currently hiring all positions and has set a June date for its grand opening.
Where Is Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles In Midtown Atlanta Located?
The Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles in Midtown is located at 1050 Crescent Ave., Atlanta, Ga.
“We look forward to being a part of the community and hope to be Midtown’s favorite new dining destination for a long, long time,” Ne-Yo said in a statement.
Where can you find chicken and waffles in Atlanta?
Chicken and waffles has been a relatively recent addition to many a menu in Atlanta. Some of the biggest restaurants, especially those that endeavor in the Southern culinary traditions, serve chicken and waffles.
Read about the best places to find chicken and waffles in Atlanta
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With rising food prices everywhere, it’s hard to beat a free food forest. That’s exactly what Atlanta, Georgia has going for it. Do you know where the Atlanta food forest is and what’s in it?
This article will tell you everything you need to know about Atlanta’s food forest.
If you’re thinking about visiting the endeavor sometime soon, here’s everything you need to know.
Everything You Need To Know About Atlanta’s Food Forest
With food insecurity seen as a growing threat to America’s kitchens, a food forest comes at a crucial time. But why now? And why Atlanta?
It all began to grow roots in 2016. That’s when the Atlanta Mayor’s Office requested federal funding to address food deserts in the city’s most vulnerable neighborhoods. A seven-acre plot of land was found in southeast Atlanta.
When Atlanta’s City Council passed a resolution approving the nation’s first food forest, many critics scratched their heads thinking it wouldn’t work. An Atlanta food forest? No way, they said.
Indeed, the city is used to enormous plans shriveling up due to less than stellar community support or political infighting. But this time, it was different.
Atlanta Food Forest: A History
The 7-acre plot used to be owned by the Morgans, a couple who farmed the land. In 2016, the Conservation Fund bought the property.
Vast swaths of Atlanta were deemed “food deserts,” which meant that they were underserved when it came to affordable and sustainable foods. This was not only an economic problem, but a health issue and social dilemma.
What Is A Food Desert?
The government defines a food desert as low-income communities located more than 1 mile from fresh fruits and vegetables. Fast food restaurants don’t count.
What was happening in Atlanta’s Lakewood-Browns Mill community met all the definitions of a food desert. Also, more than 60% of the residents there lived below the poverty line.
The lack of grocery stores in the most needy areas of Atlanta also contributed to the problem. Thus, Atlanta officials were pushed to support a food forest that would continue to grow and feed the city’s impoverished communities.
So basically, the city’s nonstop development has forced the hands of city planners to come up with a way to feed thousands of community residents stuck in food desserts around the city.
Is The Food At The Atlanta Food Forest Free?
One of the biggest questions you may have is whether the food at the Atlanta food forest is free. A more appropriate question is “Is the food ready for harvest?”
The project has come to fruition thanks to a grant from the U.S Forest Service’s Community Forest Program.
Fruit-bearing trees, herbs and other crops have been planted continuously over the last year, much of it by local schoolchildren. Much of the food is available for foraging by Atlanta residents for free.
With that being said, there is an orderly arrangement that you must adhere to in order to take part in the harvest.
Who Can Harvest At Atlanta’s Food Forest?
Anybody can harvest at Atlanta’s food forest, but there is a hierarchy that you must follow. This is how the arrangement operates:
- Participating neighbors get first dibs on harvested crops, You can become a participating neighbor by emailing BrownsMillCommunityGarden@gmail.com.
- Volunteers take part in the harvest every Wednesday and second Saturday
- Finally, Atlanta residents can harvest at the “Community Harvest Table”
Where Is The Atlanta Food Forest Located?
The city’s urban forest is actually situated atop City of Atlanta parkland in the southwest portion of the city. The Atlanta food forest is located at 2217 Browns Mill Road, Atlanta, GA. 30315. Here’s a map to help you find the spot.
What Kinds Of Food Are Available In Atlanta’s Food Forest?
The Atlanta food forest grows a variety of fresh produce, including fruits, nuts, vegetables, herbs, and mushrooms. All of the bounty will be available for public consumption.
Photo credit:: Atlanta food forest What Do People Say About The Food Forest?
Here are some comments from people who have visited the Atlanta food forest.
— Wonderful the way for the neighborhood to have free food to eat in these trying times where money is not always plentiful in areas such as this. I love my neighborhood. thank God for the hands that have prepared this garden I’m sure those who utilize this farm appreciate it.
— Best kept secret for children who like the great outdoors and have a gift for old fashion gardening and fun with nature. Caring encounters with the people who care for the Park.— This place is so cool! You can learn a lot of things and it’s amazing how they grow the foods and herbs with no pesticides and no chemicals! Honestly it’s a blessing that they have gotten this far in just a few months so I give this place 5 stars!
Final Word
Have you been to Atlanta’s food forest? Filled with tasty organic foods like tomatoes, peaches, plums and more, Atlanta’s food forest is nation’s largest food forest.
If you love sustainable, locally sourced fruits and vegetables, come visit the Atlanta food forest, or better yet, become a volunteer.
If you want to grow your own food or become an urban farmer that’s an option too.
Atlanta has a lot of inspirational people and AtlantaFi.com is going to introduce you to many of them as well as cool places to go, great restaurants and other ATL happenings.
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Atlanta is the official food hall mecca. Another Atlanta food hall, Privi, is set to open in South DeKalb County after construction, which began this spring, is complete.
Privi is being built by Stonecrest Resorts, which has been completing the project in phases. The 143,000-square-foot structure constitutes a renovation of Sears at The Mall at Stonecrest.
Privi Food Hall Set To Open At Stonecrest
Privi is not just a food hall. It is a multi-use development that includes two phases:
- The 25,000-square foot SeaQuest Interactive Aquarium opened in November 2021.
- In the second quarter of 2023, the 50,000 square foot food hall, complete with health and wellness concepts, meeting and workspace for creatives, a 6,000 square-foot live music venue and event space complete with retail shops, will open in 2024.
The nearly $20 million development’s food hall will be located on the second floor of the mall and boast a mosaic of diverse restaurants.
For now, 13 eateries are planned for the food hall include Dope Coffee, The Original Hot Dog Factory and the Atlanta Breakfast Club, to name a few.
There will also be a craft bar, golf simulator suites, a daiquiri bar, and a fine dining restaurant planned to open by spring 2024. “The goal is to offer a foodie paradise that will attract people eating on the go, family outings, meeting with friends, date nights for couples, or celebrating a special occasion,” Osiris Ballard, co-owner of Good Food & Company, the hospitality group and curator of the food hall, said in a written statement.
Privi, a reference to the words privilege and privy, has made deals to bring in some high-profile tenants. As of now, none is higher than SeaQuest Interactive Aquarium.
Other Privi tenants include the following businesses:
- An art gallery
- Baldwin’s Literary Social Bookstore
- Garden Life Juice Bar
- The Exposure Hub
- 101 TKO Radio
- 3 Degrees Infrared Sauna Studio
- Picasso’s Splat Room
- The Lion’s Cage MMA & Fitness Gym
To draw interest, Privi had an R&B concert on May 13 and plans a celebration in honor of hip-hop’s 50th anniversary on May 20.
Final Word
In addition to the food hall, Privi will also include TRYP by Wyndham: The capstone achievement of the Priví project will be the completion of the TRYP by Wyndham Hotel providing 110 guest rooms, a full-service bistro, a roof-top bar, and additional meeting space. TRYP will be the first full-service hotel in Stonecrest and is a part of Wyndham’s new Black Ownership & Lodging Development (BOLD) Initiative.
The ATL has other cool eateries as well. If you’re gluten-free, there’s plenty of options. Same goes for keto-friendly restaurants or Asian fare in Atlanta.
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A new Atlanta restaurant called Carmel is set to open in Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood. A coastal-inspired restaurant is owned by Oliva Hospitality Group (Aziza and Bellina Alimentari among others).
The concept will draw heavily on the coastal vibes of cities and environments near large bodies of water. That’s what Carmel and its food will feel and taste like.
“Our take on coastal cuisine is less about a specific suite of recipes or from a particular region,” Oliva Hospitality Group Founder and Owner Tal Baum says in a written statement.
When Is Carmel Opening In Buckhead?
Carmel is opening Tuesday, May 16, 2023 in Buckhead Village. The hours of the restaurant will be:
- Monday – Thursday 11am – 11pm
- Friday – Saturday 11am – Close
- Sunday 11am-9pm
In charge of designing the restaurant will be Smith Hanes Studio, which will draw from coastal influences throughout the Mediterranean and California. Think open-air establishments that carry the breeze and aroma of the kitchen at the same time.
Where Is Carmel Located?
Carmel is located at 3009 Bolling Way NE, Suite G130, Atlanta, GA 30305. Here is a map to help you find it.
Final Bite
Depending on how it goes, we may have to add Carmel to the best restaurants in Buckhead.
Only in Atlanta can the casual observer find specialty food shops, off-the-beaten-path restaurants, farmers’ markets and farm stands all at an affordable price point.
But Atlanta also has trendy restaurants, pop-ups and time-tested landmarks that continue to draw big crowds.
Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?
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Pizza is going high-tech with the entry of PizzaForno in the Atlanta market. Aiming to be one of the best pizza places in Atlanta, the company, known as North America’s first 24/7 automated pizzeria, is expanding into Georgia.
PizzaForno is opening three locations in metro Atlanta with the first one set to be in Atlanta’s popular Buckhead neighborhood at 3861 Roswell Road. The two additional locations will open around metro Atlanta later in May.
When Is PizzaForno Opening In Buckhead?
A Grand Opening event will take place at the 3861 Roswell Road location in Atlanta’s popular Buckhead neighborhood on Saturday, May 6.
The opening event is from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. and will feature free pizza, family-friendly music, games, freebies and giveaways. Prizes will be given for games and an “Enter to Win” contest drawing will be held for two lucky winners to win free pizza for an entire year.
The three entrepreneurs responsible for this expansion are business partners Tyler Young, Paul Nair and Mick Patel. Young has always had a passion for the restaurant industry, and started running restaurants when he was in college. Paul is the founder and owner of Savi Provisions, a neighborhood spot for organic foods, wine, spirits, and sandwiches. Mick Patel is Director of Business Development and Franchise Owner of Savi Provisions. The three were always interested in technology and innovation in the restaurant space and were immediately drawn to PizzaForno.
“One of the biggest issues I’ve seen with all my time in the restaurant industry is labor retention,” said master licensee Tyler Young. “With PizzaForno, we solve that problem. Not only are we offering a high-quality, fresh product, but we are able to offer it 24/7 without worrying about staffing.”
The trio are passionate about bringing this dining option to the area, and plan to install units in universities, hospitals and anywhere else that people would benefit from convenient, 24/7 access to their product. While they plan to open five units throughout the year, they hope to bring a total of 50 to the area.
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PizzaForno currently has 61 operating locations and over 500 additional locations committed in the U.S. alone, with the first 50 U.S. locations already established in Michigan, Texas, and Louisiana. Now it’s time for Georgia residents to get hooked.
From chi-chi eateries to food halls, Atlanta has a wide assortment of places to eat.
If you like barbecue, see our list of the Best Atlanta BBQ Restaurants.
As for eateries below I-20, these Southside Atlanta restaurants have developed quite a following. -
One of Atlanta’s hottest neighborhoods is set to get a cash infusion to spur development and more.
Bank of America and Chick-fil-A recently announced a pledge of $2 million to Grove Park Foundation to create the Grove Park Performing and Cultural Arts Center by renovating the historic Grove Theatre on Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway.
The new Grove Park Performing and Cultural Arts Center, located at 1576 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway, will create an accessible marketplace for small businesses and house community and cultural programming. The 10,000-square-foot facility will feature performance and studio space for arts and culture partners, office space, and a café/vending space.
“Our longstanding commitment to the Grove Park Neighborhood and its residents, in partnership with Grove Park Foundation, is part of our approach to driving economic opportunity in Atlanta,” said Bank of America’s Wendy Stewart, president, Global Commercial Banking. “This grant is just one way we are working to remove barriers to economic success and building a more sustainable community.” Stewart will also serve as chair of Grove Park Foundation’s Grove Park Forward capital campaign, of which the theatre is a key component.
Chick-fil-A’s senior director of corporate social responsibility Brent Fielder echoed Stewarts remarks, adding, “Chick-fil-A is a long-time supporter of Grove Park Foundation and their impactful work in this Westside Atlanta community. As part of our commitment to caring for communities, we are honored to make this investment in helping preserve this historic Atlanta neighborhood.”
Grove Park Foundation acquired a historic theatre building in 2017 as part of its early commercial and affordable housing investments. The building previously had multiple uses and increasingly fell into disrepair. With Fox Theatre Institute grants for historic planning and emergency repair, and early funding from the Kendeda Fund, Grove Park Foundation has worked with the community to envision a cultural and performing arts center with flexible space for performance, program, wellness and small business activities.
“The renovation of a historic building in the heart of the Grove Park community is a key to revitalizing the commercial core,” said Grove Park Foundation Executive Director Gavin McGuire. “We are creating affordable and accessible arts and commercial space to serve a neighborhood that has experienced generational disinvestment. The community has asked for this kind of flexible, engaging space, and with support from our partners we will be able to deliver.”
Additional support from SouthFace’s GoodUse Program will improve the building’s efficiency to save on utility costs and improve its environmental impact.
Grove Park Foundation will be raising funds for its Grove Park Forward campaign in 2023, bringing new projects online and expanding existing efforts in affordable housing, affordable commercial, economic mobility, legacy resident retention, and “out of school time” initiatives for youth, while also bolstering its own internal capacity to ensure the organization can continue to serve as a resource to community residents. As the needs across the Grove Park community continue to grow, the foundation is inviting other partners to join efforts to assist residents in the areas of housing, economic mobility, arts and culture, education, and health.
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Are you ready to check out another Atlanta food hall? Citizens Market ATL had its grand opening on Thursday, April 27, 2023. The food venue is now serving the public.
Now Open: Citizens Market ATL In Phipps Plaza
Citizens Market Food Hall at Phipps Plaza is part of the modern mixed-use Phipps Plaza redevelopment which includes One Phipps Plaza office tower, Nobu Hotel & Restaurant, Life Time® luxury athletic club, dozens of luxury retail stores and more.
The Buckhead food hall has several restaurants that you can check out in the Phipps Plaza space.
Citizens Market Atlanta is a 25,000-square-foot lifestyle food hall, bar, and event space in Phipps Plaza. The culinary experience has eight distinctive food concepts and full-service bar serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner seven days a week.What Restaurants Can I Try At Citizens Market ATL?
One of the faves to look forward to is Ella Mia, which is featuring a delicious Greek dolma salad with chunky vegetables, rice stuffed grape leaves, black olives, Israeli feta cheese and olive oil with a sprinkle of lemon juice.
Among the food spaces you can try include:
- Sam’s Crispy Chicken
- Ella Mia
- Sa’Moto
- Pizza Jeans
- Soom Soom
- Cicci Di Carne
- El Pollo Verde
- Krispy Rice
- Umami Burger
Where Is Citizens Market ATL Located?
Citizens Market ATL is located at 3500 Peachtree Rd NE Atlanta, Ga. 30326. Here is a map to help you find it.
Final Word
Citizens Market is a product of partnership between Legends, which is providing hospitality partners, and C3’s providing the chef inspired and award-winning culinary branding.
Speaking of chefs, the effort has enlisted such acclaimed kitchen talent as Dani Garcia, Masaharu Morimoto, Dario Cecchini, Ralph Perrazzo, and Wes Avila.
With its sleek design and top-notch offerings, Citizens Market will no doubt become Atlanta’s premier dining hotspot. Have you tried it?
Food spots are second nature to Buckhead, one of the Southeast’s richest areas. There are many cool things to do in Buckhead and eating at its many restaurants is one of them.
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The Boston Celtics eliminated the Atlanta Hawks from the playoffs on Thursday, April 27, but it’s what one of them said after the game that has Hawks fans suffering even more. Celtics’ star guard Jason Tatum actually apologized to music star Janet Jackson for not finishing off Atlanta sooner than it did.
“First, I want to apologize to the legend Janet Jackson,” Tatum said. “We wee supposed to close out in Boston; she had to postpone her show.”
He was referring to Jackson’s show at State Farm Arena, which had to be moved after the Hawks won in Boston earlier in the week. The Atlanta victory meant that the venue actually double-booked Jackson and the Hawks.
“Due to tonight’s Atlanta Hawks’ Game 5 win , we will host Game 6 on Thursday, moving Thursday’s Janet Jackson concert to Friday. If you have tickets to the original show date, they will be honored for Friday’s date.”
The post-game remarks were off the cuff but a low blow to the Hawks, who were hoping to tie the series up and play a Game 7 in Boston.
“I hope she sees this. I apologize for that, but we got it done today,” Tatum said, smiling the whole time.
The Hawks lost 128-120 due to a late-game clinic put on by the Celtics.
Final Word
Atlanta is a sports town through and through. We can’t deny it. But it’s also a workout town. When it comes to sports and exercise, you should always make time. That’s why AtlantaFi.com wants to help you with your journey. Check out how to make a home gym for cheap and even lose pounds in a hurry.