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New restaurant Halsa, a Swedish-influenced restaurant in the Serenbe development, is set to open its doors on March 22, 2019.
The eatery, situated on the bottom floor of the One Mado building, is going to serve “polished casual” fare among other things.
Fresh-fast casual restaurant Halsa opening at Serenbe
Located in Chattahoochie Hills, Georgia, the restaurant will be helmed by Chef Nicolas Bour, who will also run the beverage program.
Patrons can expect a lively cuisine of fresh foods, build-your-own-bowls, smoothies, juices and a select Swedish menu.
Halsa Manager Keisha Frederick was recently the recipient of a shoutout by Serenbe on Facebook.
If you’re looking for job, Halsa is also hiring for a number of positions, including house staff and line cooks of all experience levels. Reach out to them at hrintern@serenbe.com.
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Blackbird opened recently in downtown Atlanta to little fanfare but great reviews. The eatery is in the process of getting its liquor license but expectations are high.
The new Atlanta restaurant is opened by Asa Fain, who also owns the Murphy Park Fairgrounds as well as Apache Cafe.
Now serving: Blackbird in downtown Atlanta
Blackbird is located in the space formerly occupied by Studio 7 on Marietta Street.
The kitchen is helmed by Chef Matthew Jones, who was schooled in the culinary arts in Europe and worked at The Optimist in West Midtown.
As of right now, the new Atlanta restaurant is serving breakfast from Tuesdays to Fridays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and lunch and brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where is Blackbird located in Atlanta?
Blackbird restaurant is located at 393 Marietta St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30313. 404-993-5328. Here’s a map to help you find it.
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With the recent opening of the new Atlanta restaurant Boxcar in West End, I couldn’t wait to sink my teeth into some of the good eats I’d been hearing about.
The company behind Boxcar is Hop City, which is known for its expansive alcohol offerings at Ponce City Market. Now, at Lee + White in southwest Atlanta, the team is poised for another success.
What’s on the menu at Boxcar Atlanta?
Boxcar’s menu is divided into a “For Sharing” section that lets big parties eat from a common dish, “In a Bowl,” “Greens & Things” for the health-conscious, “Hand-Held” and “Living Large.”
Once I saw the Boxcar Beef Burger featuring an 8oz. bison patty, sherried mushrooms, brioche, blue cheese whip and horseradish mustard, I was sold.
I also ordered some fries and to chase it down, a dark IPA.
I had grown accustomed to new Atlanta restaurants not being ready for primetime in the first week of operations, but for Boxcar I was pleasantly surprised.
Once the Boxcar Beef Burger came, I bit into it and was instantly overcome with juice and flavor. The burger was excellent, both in portion and taste.
It was so good that I can’t wait to go back (I want to try the Big Bleu Bison Burger and Yuzu Fried Chicken!
Where is Boxcar located in Atlanta?
Boxcar is located in historic West End at 1020 White St. SW. Here is a map to help you find it.
What are Boxcar’s hours of operation?
Boxcar will be open Sunday from 11 am to 10 pm, Wednesday and Thursday from 5 pm to 10 pm and Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 12 am. Hop City’s retail area will be open Monday-Thursday from 11 am to 10 pm, Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 12 am and Sunday from 12:00 pm to 10 pm.
Showing its humanitarian side, a portion of Boxcar’s sales will go to the Atlanta Mission. Hop City will also be partnering with WorkSource Georgia to help keep longtime West End residents working to earn a living wage.
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Breakfast-focused restaurant Pancake Social is set to open at Ponce City Market on Monday, March 25, AtlantaFi has learned.
The new Atlanta restaurant’s opening is yet another feather in the hat of Midtown’s crown jewel development Ponce City Market.
Pancake Social is expected to open near the North Avenue entrance at PCM. The eatery will have a place for indoor and outdoor dining. The venue will seat 150 people and include a coffeehouse.
Midtown Atlanta restaurants: Pancake Social opening in Ponce City Market
The breakfast-all-day spot will close nightly about 7 or 8 p.m. And they won’t take reservations.
The eatery will be helmed by Chef Anne Quatrano of Star Provisions, Bacchanalia and other top eateries. The team behind Pancake Social is already gearing to expand. More sites are being looked at in Buckhead, Dunwoody and Fayetteville.
What’s on the menu at Pancake Social?
Menu highlights include Ebelskivers; a Pecan Praline Stack; Sourdough Waffles; a Crispy Chicken Sandwich with hot honey drizzle; and a P.S. burger. To drink, Pancake Social will offer craft juice blends, their signature breakfast blend of coffee and espresso as well as beer, wine, mimosas and brunch cocktails.
Here are some dishes from Pancake Social’s menu:
When it comes to decor, Pancake Social patrons will be welcomed by a coffee and beverage bar when they enter the establishment. day. As they pass they’ll enter a full-service dining room with large tables and booths.
“The passion for food and design is something our team shares,” says partner Dan Jacobson. “We loved brainstorming and collaborating together, but it was Anne that really brought the concept to life. Much of what you will see and feel at Pancake Social is a culmination of her great talent and creativity – not only in food and hospitality, but also in designing a delightful atmosphere that is memorable for guests.”
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One of the best pizza joints in Atlanta’s Inman Park, Ammazza, reopened recently on Edgewood Avenue. The new Atlanta restaurant and pizzeria was back in business on March 19, 2019 updated and expanded.
Before it was destroyed, Ammazza had become popular for its housemade pizzas with cured meats from local charcuterie The Spotted Trotter.
Ammazza also outdid itself with the cheeses: housemade mozzarella, dough and sauces.
The new and improved eatery has kid and vegan options. The menu also features housemade pastas, antipasto and dolces.
What are Ammazza’s hours?
Ammazza is open daily for dinner and will be serving an extensive beverage program of craft cocktails, beer and small production wines.
Monday through Thursday 5PM-11PM Friday 5 p.m. to midnight Saturday. 11:30-midnight Sunday 11:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Where is Ammazza located in Atlanta?
Ammazza is located at 478 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312. Here is a map to help you find it.
Find Ammazza’s Decatur location at 314 E Howard Ave.
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.
Read more: 10+ essential soul food spots 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.
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
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Coalition Food and Beverage is now serving daily specials on its menu. The Alpharetta restaurant has great deals on everything from wine to burgers and beer.
The food specials will be available every Tuesday through Sunday.
Here are the daily specials at Coalition Food & Beverage
- Tuesday: Half off wine bottles under $70
- Wednesday: Burger & beer for $10, burger will rotate
- Thursday: Ladies’ night cocktail for $10, available for everyone
- Friday & Saturday: Speakeasy social cocktail for $10, check Coalition’s Instagram on Fridays to find the secret hashtag.
- Sunday: A bottle of sparkling wine paired with a carafe of orange juice for $20
Where is Coalition Food & Beverage located?
Coalition Food and Beverage is located at 50 Canton Street, Suite 108 Alpharetta, GA 30009. Here is a map to help you find it.
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.
Read more: 5 essential soul food spots 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.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
Check out these other food specials in Atlanta
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Mercedes-Benz Stadium in downtown Atlanta continues to set the bar when it comes to world-class sports venues. The stadium has lowered prices on some select concessions, AtlantaFi has learned.
This is the second time over the course of a year that Mercedes-Benz Stadium has cut food prices.
In September 2018 just in time for the Atlanta Falcons football season, the stadium did price reductions on beverages and food. As a result, Mercedes-Benz Stadium has sparked a downward cost trend among the league.
How much does food cost at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?
The latest round of price cuts at MBS was announced in early March 2019. The stadium says that whole-dollar pricing reductions on premium items have been implemented. As a result, the savings are all one dollar each, amounting to 11% reduction in food prices. They are as follows:
- Hot Dog: $1.50 (was $2)
- Pretzel Bites: $4.50 (was $5)
- ATL Bud Burger: $7.50 (was $8)
- Ice Cream Waffle Cone: $4.50 (was $5)
- Chips and Salsa: $2.50 (was $3)
“Arthur Blank has repeatedly challenged us to find ways to lower prices again to further improve a food and beverage experience that already ranked number one in the NFL and MLS in our debut season,” said Steve Cannon, AMB Group CEO. “We’ve listened to our fans from the beginning and these new prices are a result of that feedback. Arthur is going to keep challenging us to go lower and we’re going to keep listening to the fans, so this is probably not the last one.”
Here is a chart to help you see Mercedes-Benz Stadium food prices
Stadium officials pride themselves on “fan first pricing,” which means that dining options have their most loyal customers in mind. As a result, from Blank on down, executives see the Mercedes-Benz Stadium food and beverage program as one of the amenities that enhance entertainment.
Listen to a stadium executive talk about what went into deciding Mercedes Benz-Stadium food prices:
As for the food options, here are some pictures of what you can eat at Mercedes-Benz Stadium:
Photo credidt: Mercedes-Benz Stadium 
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Local Green Atlanta has opened a brick-and-mortar restaurant after starting off as a food truck. Some locals may know Local Green Atlanta from its pop-ups in Monday Night Brewing.
Now owner Zachary Wallace has chosen a spot near Martin Luther King Boulevard and Joseph Lowery in Vine City to bring the community some healthy dining options.
Local Green Atlanta brings vegetarian eats to Vine City
Local Green Atlanta specializes in vegetarian and pescatarian cuisine. The eatery is located in a perfect southwest Atlanta location in Vine City near the West End.
Local Green Atlanta had its grand opening on January 27, 2019 and it’s been on and poppin’ ever since. Some of the great things on the menu are the “Monsta” Shrimp Burger, which features pan seared sauteed jumbo shrimp, homemade slaw, tomato, sriracha mayo and cilantro lime sauce.
Where is Local Green Atlanta located?
The new Atlanta restaurant is located at 19 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30314. Here is a map to help you find it.
What are Local Green Atlanta’s hours?
Local Green Atlanta’s hours are Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The restaurant is closed on Sundays.
For more information on Local Green Atlanta, visit localgreenatlanta.com.
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New restaurant District M is set to open on Friday, March 8 in Sandy Springs. Here’s what you need to know about this new Atlanta restaurant.
Helmed by Executive Chef Jackie Chang, formerly of O-Ku and Umi, District M comes hard with the state-of-the art amenities: Japanese charcoal barbecue grill; premium fish flown in daily from Japan and the largest sushi selection in the metro area.
District M set to open in Sandy Springs
District M is opening is doors on Roswell Road in a prominent North Fulton location. The restaurant will focus on Omakase inspirations that pay tribute to Japan.
If you’re a drinker, District M is the zone you want to own: The restaurant’s beverage program will be full of Japanese whiskies, beers and sakés.
What are the specials at District M?
District M has a full schedule of special events this summer. Take a look:
Sundays | Wine Down Sundays- Half-off select bottles of wine
Mondays – Fridays | Business Lunch Special- Prix fixe lunch sets (lunch under 45 minutes)
Wednesdays | Ladies Night- Half off sushi rolls and rotating drink specials
Fridays | Patio Parties- Live music, half-off small bites and select rolls with $7 margaritas and Japanese sakes
Fridays and Saturdays | Late Night Menu- Small bites and select rolls with $5 mimosas, $6 margaritas and mojitos
Where is District M located?
District M is located at 6125 Roswell Rd #900 Atlanta, Ga. 30328. Here is where to find it on a map.
What are the hours at District M?
District M’s operating hours will be:
Lunch: Monday – Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Dinner: Monday – Thursday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday, 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday, 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.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.
Read more: 5 essential soul food spots 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.
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
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Atlanta’s Virginia-Highland area has a new restaurant for tapas, tacos and Tequila: Bar.bacoa. This new Atlanta restaurant features Caribbean and Latin American-inspired cuisine.
The masterminds behind Bar.bacoa are James Rangel and Scott Switzer (Taco Cowboy). With Bar.cacoa, the duo are focused on tropical dishes with fresh ingredients, which is sorely needed in Midtown Atlanta.
What’s on the menu at Bar.bacoa in Atlanta?
One of the cool things about Bar.bacoa is that they have alcoholic drinks named after popular movies. The Italian Job (NB Gin Negroni with Campari and Sweet Vermouth) and The Dude (Cutwater Horchata Vodka White Russian with Belle Isle Coffee and Ice Cream.) “Tropic Thunder” is another one:)
Where is Bar.bacoa located?
Bar.bacoa is located at 1000 Virginia Ave. NE Atlanta, Ga. 30306. Here is a map to help you find it.
This Atlanta restaurant is heavy on the Spanish influence when it comes to decor: Artwork, loud and bold colors, yet subdued in their tones.
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.
Read more: 5 essential soul food spots 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.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
Got an event or know of something opening in and around Atlanta? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
Check out some of AtlantaFi.com’s best Atlanta restaurant stories