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The coronavirus pandemic has no doubt caused upheaval in the restaurant industry, but it has also upended food writers in a very real way.
One Atlanta food writer has done what she can to restore some sense of normalcy — at least what they can mean today — by doing what she does best: restaurant stuff.
Atlanta Woman Opens Doorstep ‘Restaurant’ For Chipmunk
Angela Hansberger created a little restaurant on her doorstep for a chipmunk, who visits to dine in every day.
The eatery consists of a small table and miniature utensils and napkins that you would find in any other eating establishment.
Hansberger dutifully changes the menu each day, offering the chipmunk anything from veggie pizza to imitation sushi with walnut wontons and more.
For his part, the chipmunk, which Hansberger has nicknamed “Thelonious Monk,” often pays for his meal with a little stash he brings with him to the table.
“The reviews have been great,” she tells CBS News. “One day he came up with this little tiny bundle – waded up leaves – and put it on the table. So, I take it to mean he brought a tip.”
Since the first couple months of the pandemic, many Atlanta restaurants have clawed their way back. These local eateries have reopened and are serving food.
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Slutty Vegan has opened a third location in metro Atlanta, this time on Edgewood Avenue. The grand opening was Saturday, October 24, AtlantaFi.com has learned.
The Atlanta restaurant is the hottest plant-based eatery in metro Atlanta. The venture was started by entrepreneur Pinky Cole, a former television producer, who started a food truck business two years ago.
The Edgewood location brings Cole’s meatless restaurant to Midtown Atlanta, right in the middle of the city’s gilded restaurant scene and just a few blocks away from the childhood home of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
“We are thrilled to move into the historic Edgewood District of Atlanta,” Cole said in a news release. “Edgewood is the exact neighborhood where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. grew up, and with his birth home being located directly behind Slutty Vegan, I know he has my back. It’s a true blessing to continue opening new locations when there are so many other small businesses whose doors have closed during the global pandemic. I want to empower those business owners to never give up on their dreams and continue to fight for what they love and what I know they too can accomplish.”
Slutty Vegan Opens Edgewood Location
Cole opened a Slutty Vegan restaurant in Jonesboro south of the city earlier this year. with the plant-based cuisine enjoying unprecedented popularity, Cole is planning on expanding to Birmingham, Alabama and as many as 13 locations as well.
Meanwhile at Slutty Vegan’s Edgewood location, customers can purchase from a retail market on the site. You can pick up seasoning, spices and “Sluttified” memorabilia as well.
Where Is Slutty Vegan’s Edgewood Restaurant Located?
Slutty Vegan’s Edgewood restaurant is located at this address: 482 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
In January 2019, Cole opened Slutty Vegan in southwest Atlanta in the Westview neighborhood. Since then the 100% plant-based southwest Atlanta restaurant has been packing in crowds.
The eatery has also grown a national following, thanks to Cole’s background in media and celebrity clientele and connections.
She has also brought pop-ups to other parts of the country, including Miami, Florida. But for now, she is concentrating on growing in metro Atlanta.
Slutty Vegan Plans To Add Location In 2021
Aside from Slutty Vegan locations in Jonesboro, Edgewood and Westview, Atlanta is having a restaurant renaissance. Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
See What’s On Slutty Vegan Menu.
Fast-casual eateries have quickly become common in Atlanta. Patrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry.
Read more: 15+ essential soul food spots in Atlanta
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
Check out some of AtlantaFi.com’s best Atlanta restaurant stories
If you’re in the mood for a more finished product on your plate, check out our Atlanta Soul Food Guide.
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Biltong Bar, the South African-inspired eatery and bar, is set to open October 29 in Alpharetta’s huge food and retail development The Avalon, AtlantaFi.com has learned.
Created by South African native and restaurateur Justin Anthony, Biltong Bar has quickly become known as metro Atlanta’s to-go spot for dry-aged beef jerky.
What’s In Store At Biltong Bar’s Alpharetta Location
Biltong Bar’s new location will feature three large patios, including a rooftop bar and lounge area for patrons to enjoy the views. The restaurant will also have a more expansive menu than the other two locations.
Here are some menu goodies you can expect from the Alpharetta Biltong Bar:
- Selection of small bites
- Salads and sandwiches
- Biltong Bar’s notorious Popcorn
- Ostrich Sliders
- Peri-Peri Prawn Tacos
- Biltong’s signature Grilled Cheese & Double Beef Patty Burger
Are you into burgers? Here are some of the metro area’s best burger spots.
“Between two expansive patios and a rooftop bar and lounge, Biltong Bar will offer guests an ideal open-air dining experience – just in time for beautiful fall weather and the holiday season,” said Lauren Ness, marketing manager at Avalon. “We’re confident Biltong Bar will bring its renowned flair and unique South African flavors to Avalon, and we can’t wait to welcome them to the Boulevard this month.”
How Many Metro Atlanta Locations Does Biltong Bar Have?
When the Alpharetta location is up and running, Biltong Bar will have three metro Atlanta locations. Here the other two other metro Atlanta locations:
- Ponce City Market: 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE ne152, Atlanta, GA 30308 | (678) 515-0620
- Buckhead: 306 Buckhead Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30305 | (678) 927-9272
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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Local restaurateur and native South African Justin Anthony just keeps the culinary hits coming. South African-insired eatery Yebo Beach Haus opens Tuesday, September 22, 2020 after moving to a new Atlanta location.
Yebo Beach Haus, which comes to us from True Story Brands hospitality group, will serve food, wine and spirits centered in South African’s rich cuisine.
What’s On The Menu At Yebo Beach Haus?
Although there’s plenty of authentic South African flavor on the menu at Yebo Beach Haus, the offerings are best understood as South African-influenced dishes fused with New American cuisine.
Here are some of the dishes you can expect to find on the Yebo Beach Haus menu:
Whole Branzino served with grilled leeks, lemon and peri-peri sauce; Herb Crusted Lamb Chops with roasted carrots and truffle cauliflower risotto.
Bone-in Chipotle Ribeye served with cilantro-lime succotash and coconut rice.
Some old menu favorites you’ll appreciate are the Sesame Grain Bowl, Peri-Peri Prawn Tacos and Halibut served in red butter curry sauce.
Where Is Yebo Beach Haus?
Yebo Beach Haus is located at Andrews Square (56 E. Andrews Drive NW). Here’s a map to help you find the restaurant.
If you’re thinking about going to Yebo Beach Haus, here’s what one Google reviewer says about the restaurant.
“A very romantic restaurant and great atmosphere. If you go there make sure to try their mushroom soup, amazing, spinach salad, lamb empanadas, steak frites and last but not list crispy brussel sprouts. Cheers Yebo for an amazing delicious food.”
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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A new Atlanta restaurant has opened at the Bobby Jones Golf Course, which recently underwent a major renovation. Boone’s restaurant is set to open its doors in early September, AtlantaFi.com has learned.
The new eatery offers patrons upscale American cuisine against the lush backdrop of the golf course green.
Executive chef Austin Rocconi says in a press release that, “We will push the envelope for what we can do with upscale casual. We’re not going to be a fine-dining restaurant but will bring the same level of service and variety with our wine and food in a very casual atmosphere.”
Inside the eatery will be a veranda, miniature driving range and other golf-inspired activities.
What’s On The Menu At Boone’s Restaurant?
Rocconi says you can expect a “melting pot” when it comes to the cuisine served at Boone’s. That includes food that embraces the Southern palette as well as that of Latin America and even France.
Where Is Boone’s Located?
Boone’s restaurant is located at the Bobby Jones Golf Course inside the Murray Golf House. The address is 2205 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30305.
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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If you’re a big fan of Middle Eastern cuisine, Delbar is a new restaurant set to open in Atlanta. The Inman Park eatery opened its doors on Tuesday, September 8, 2020.
Delbar’s operating hours are Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from noon to 10 p.m.
Delbar Brings Middle Eastern Cuisine To Inman Park
As is the case with many Atlanta restaurants, Delbar has put in safety measures and table distancing in response to COVID-19. Free face coverings will be provided if you need one as well as the following safety measures:
- Curbside Pickup
- Code Menus
- Table Distancing
Delbar comes from Iranian owner Fares Kargar, who has drawn upon his rich roots to bring Atlanta some authentic Mideast cuisine.
You may be wondering what “Delbar” means.
“Translating to ‘heart, captured’ in Farsi, Delbar is a love letter to the influential dishes that shaped my youth and the women in my life who instilled in me a deep appreciation for Middle Eastern cooking,” says Kargar.
Francis Coligado, previously of Cooks & Soldiers, is the beverage director at Delbar.
What’s On The Menu At Delbar?
Guests can expect crafted cocktails made with care and ingredients and spices imported straight from Iran.
Some of the delicacies that you’ll find in your glass include:
- Fresh barberries
- Cardamom
- Persian dried lime and sour cherries
- Mediterranean natural wines, sharbats and non-alcoholic drinks made from fruit and flowers
See Delbar’s dinner menu here.
Where Is Delbar Located In Atlanta?
Delbar is located at 870 Inman Village Parkway NE. Here’s a map to help you find it.
For the latest in metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, stay with Atlantafi.com.
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Reynoldstown’s retro restaurant Golden Eagle is set to reopen on Thursday, September 3, 2020. The Beltline restaurant’s operating hours will be 6 to 11 p.m. Thursday-Saturday each week.
Atlantans looking for great food can order from Golden Eagle’s socially distanced counter service and take advantage of the weather with outdoor seating.
The great food and sunken patio are all back for customers to enjoy. You can also order from Golden Eagle the following ways:
- Curbside Pickup
- To-Go Counter
- Patio Dine-In
What’s On Golden Eagle’s Menu?
[ngg src=”galleries” ids=”8″ display=”basic_slideshow”]Golden Eagle’s tightened menu will feature some great classic dishes like the Roasted Half Chicken with spiced tomato molasses, greek yogurt, potatoes, and herbs.
Guests will also enjoy the Scallops with preserved tomato, white beans, chillies, and brown butter; and Local Mushrooms & Polenta served with cippolini onions, shaved vegetables, and herbs.
What Kind Of Drinks Can You Order At Golden Eagle?
Golden Eagle offers a wide and tasty selection of cocktails including:
- Blue Hawaiian – dark rum, amaretto, coconut, pineapple, lime, and blue curacao
- Run Devil Run – tequila, scotch, lemon, cacao, orgeat, and bitters
- Fevre Dream – gin, elderflower, poppy, blanc, and peychaud’s
- Pineapple Express – rum, coconut sorbet, pineapple, passionfruit, and absinthe
Where Is Golden Eagle Located In Atlanta?
Golden Eagle is located at 904 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30316. Here is a map to help you find it.
Besides Golden Eagle, don’t miss other Electric Hospitality eateries, including Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall, Muchacho and ATL Family Meal.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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A new pop-up concept from the team behind Mission + Market has launched in Atlanta.
Asian POP is a takeout and delivery-only experience available for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday.
The new eatery features Asian-themed cuisine frrom Chef Ian Winslade and while the menu is limited, it’s packed with flavor.
What’s On The Menu At Asian Pop In Atlanta?
Customers can expect the following expertly prepared dishes from Asian POP:
- Honey Garlic Chicken with snow peas, carrots and scallions
- eriyaki Beef Tenderloin with mixed vegetables
- Hanoi-Style Seared Salmon with yellow Thai Curry peanut sauce
- Jumbo Lump Crab Curry with bean sprouts, vegetables, and rice noodles
- Sesame Pot Stickers with chicken and citrus soy sauce
- Crunchy Lettuces with shredded carrots and spicy peanut dressing
How To Order From Asian POP
1. Order by calling Mission + Market at 404-948-2927.
2. Order through Mission + Market’s website.
3. Order via third party delivery, including Uber Eats, Grubhub, and DoorDash.Where Is Asian Pop Located?
Asian POP is located at 3550 Lenox Road NE Suite 550 Atlanta, GA 30326.
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.
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?
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.
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Atlanta reality TV star couple and entrepreneurs Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker are expanding their restaurant business. The “Real Housewives of Atlanta” stars already have a hit with their Old Lady Gang restaurants. Now, they’re starting a new venture.
Tucker announced a new restaurant, Blaze Steak & Seafood, which is named after their daughter. Will it become one of the best steakhouses in Atlanta? That remains to be seen.On Instagram, Tucker said, “I live in Southwest Atlanta and always asked why we don’t have certain restaurants in our area (Black Area). But I’m not asking any more [sic]! I will build what we want and what we need in our communities! They better not let me figure out how to build my own grocery store!”
View this post on InstagramTucker has been very open about the reason why he wanted to open Blaze Seafood and Steakhouse.
“As you may know, we live on the Southside of Atlanta, so my thoughts were, we need places to go on our side of town.”
“We’re starting Blaze Steak and Seafood, where you can come and get some crab legs, shrimp, boiled oysters, kind of like that New Orleans-style thing,” Tucker goes on to say. “Just some good hearty food. It’s named after our daughter. With the social distancing, we don’t know what’s going to happen as far as capacity, but we’re going to make it nice. We’re going to make it a fun establishment and we’re hoping for the best.”
Where Is Blaze Seafood And Steakhouse Located In Atlanta?
Blaze Seafood and Steakhouse is located at 3752 Cascade Rd, Ste #100, Atlanta, GA. Here is a map to help you find it.
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Atlanta has a handful of top black grocery stores, but could always use more, especially in the underprivileged communities.
There’s no word so far on where Blaze Steak & Seafood will be located. But it’s not the first time, an Atlanta celebrity opened a restaurant in the name of their child.Way back in the late 1990s, Sean “Puffy” Combs opened Justin’s on Peachtree Road in Buckhead. Justin is the name of one of his sons.
More Atlanta restaurants are opening this year, and we’re here for it. Here are the best restaurants on Atlanta’s southside.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.
Slutty Vegan is one of the best black restaurants in Atlanta, and there are plenty others. If you like barbecue, see our list of the Best Atlanta BBQ Restaurants.
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Muchacho in Atlanta’s Reynoldstown neighbor has reopened and is now serving customers. The popular Beltline eatery opened on Aug. 5.
Here is what you can expect from Muchacho is you decide to go:
- Tables spaced six feet apart
- Installation of Plexi-glass divider at the to-go counter
- Mandatory mask requirement for guests
What’s On The Menu At Muchacho?
View this post on InstagramHungry for some Muchacho? Here’s what’s on the menu:The Muchacho menu will feature customer favorites like tacos, sides, toasts, and specialty beverages. Don’t miss these delicious items:
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BEC Breakfast Taco – egg, bacon, Chihuahua cheese and served on house-made flour tortilla
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Al Pastor Taco – slow-braised spiced pork and pineapple, topped with sweet onions and cilantro and served on house-made corn tortilla
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Rajas Veggie Taco – stewed poblano peppers, onions, mushrooms, and potatoes in a spicy chipotle sauce and served on house-made corn tortilla
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Jam & Ricotta Toast – thick sliced, buttered, and toasted local sourdough bread topped with lemony whipped ricotta and house-made jam
Where Is Muchacho Located In Atlanta?
Muchacho is located at 904 Memorial Dr. SE, Atlanta, Ga. 30316. Here is a map to help you find it.
Muchacho’s Beverage Plan
Muchacho has an expansive array of beer, wine, slushies, and bottled cocktails. Customers can order to-go or enjoy at a socially distanced outdoor table on Muchacho’s lush patio.
How To Order At Muchacho
View this post on InstagramIf you want to order some food at Muchacho, here’s how it will go: You can order from an on-site to-go counter and enjoy outdoor seating.
You can also order online through Muchacho’s website. The restaurant offers curbside pick-up or delivery through Doordash.
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.