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In late July 2018, a Mexican restaurant opened in the freshly minted Beacon business development located in Grant Park.
Patria Cocina prides itself in serving what it calls comfort food, and that’s just how you feel after one of their delicious dishes.
For those keeping score, Patria Cocina comes to us from the owners of El Mexicano, which used to be the place to go on Moreland Avenue. Run by the Aguirre family, Patria Cocina has a handsome patio that looks out on the front side of the Beacon development, which is Grant Park’s answer to Krog Street Market as well as Ponce City Market.
When I visited Patria Cocina, the place was not busy and easily accommodated me. Although I almost went with fish tacos, I decided to try the enchiladas. Covered in green sauce, the enchiladas were so good and soft, they seemingly melted in my mouth.
Instead of refried beans, I went with black beans, which was a good choice. They had shredded cheese sprinkled on top of them, giving the black beans two contrasting flavors that melded together perfectly.
Other menu favorites are Torta a la Mexicana and Guiso Mexicano, which will fill you up no doubt.
Beacon is a $20 million development that refurbished a series of warehouses in a sleepy corner of Grant Park. Thanks to Patria Cocina, the area is waking up.
When it comes to restaurants, Atlanta is quickly gaining ground on some of the dining capitals around the United States.
Fast-casual is 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.
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There are few festivals in Atlanta that command our total attention like the ATL Cluckfest 2018 Fried Chicken Festival. The event is slated for Saturday, October 6, 2018. It runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Candler Park Dr. , Atlanta, GA 30307.
Aside from the creative name, fried chicken is a rite of passage in the South, and a festival of such proportions is something that calls to mind all kinds of finger-lickin’ delight.
ATL CluckFest 2018 Fried Chicken Festival: What you need to know
The event will bring together numerous restaurants from all over the South to bring their best fried chicken dishes to Candler Park. More than 25+ restaurants will be vying for the crown of Atlanta’s Best Fried Chicken!
Entry is pre-sale tickets are $15.00 at the door $20.00 GA. Each GA will receive a three token wristband redeemable at all restaurants for samples.
VIP Gold is 35.00 and pre-sale $45.00 . Each VIP member will gain early entry ,
6 token wristband redeemable at all restaurants for samples, private bar, climate controlled bathrooms, phone charging stations, seating area, and private DJ.There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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Thursday, September 20th is Free Sushi Day at more than 200 participating P.F. Chang’s restaurants across the country and the three locations in the Atlanta area. This one-day-only event invites dine-in guests to enjoy a free Spicy Tuna Roll or California Roll with no purchase necessary. The only strings attached to this offer are the ones used to catch the fish.
“Free Sushi Day is one of many ways we thank guests and introduce them to something new and delicious that’s great for lunch, happy hour or dinner,” said Dwayne Chambers, P.F. Chang’s chief marketing officer. “Last year P.F. Chang’s served nearly 93,000 sushi rolls across the country on Free Sushi Day – this year we hope to surpass 100,000.”
The participating P.F. Chang’s in Atlanta are:
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Cumberland MallAtlanta, GA · (770) 803-5800- P.F. Chang’s
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International AirportAtlanta, GA · (404) 481-2146- P.F. Chang’s
Atlanta, GA · (770) 352-0500Every roll of P.F. Chang’s sushi is handcrafted, hand cut, and made with 100% U.S. grown rice. In addition to classics like the Spicy Tuna or California Roll, other favorites include the Kung Pao Dragon Roll, Lobster Avocado Roll, and Shrimp Tempura Roll.
Guests can take advantage of P.F. Chang’s Free Sushi Day at participating restaurants by mentioning the promotion to their server. This offer is valid all day, Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018, with no purchase required, for dine-in use only. The Free Sushi Day offer is limited to one 8-piece Spicy Tuna or California Roll per guest but is not limited to a maximum per table. It cannot be combined with any other offer. A limited number of P.F. Chang’s locations are not participating, including airport, Atlantic City, Puerto Rico and Hawaii restaurants, and P.F. Chang’s restaurants that opened within the last 30 days.
The Atlanta restaurants scene is booming. The city’s suburban outposts, including places like Brookhaven, Sandy Springs, Johns Creek and Alpharetta are all experiencing a restaurant rebirth as developers look to branch out beyond Atlanta’s core. There is also a generous scattering of burger joints, coffee shops and more around the Perimeter. Atlanta restaurants can be found in each quadrant of the city, trading on their respective environments to offer something truly unique to the community.
Read more: 5 really cool coffee joints to check out in Atlanta
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One of Buckhead’s best-kept secrets opened in August in Phipps Plaza. Grand Lux Cafe is from the same people that brought us the Cheesecake Factory.The new restaurant comes on strong with hipness, contemporary decor and an atmosphere that’s a lot more relaxed.The eatery clear caters to the upwardly mobile and affluent, something that was clearly evident in the day AtlantaFi sampled a few items on the menu.Grand Lux Cafe opens in Buckhead
The restaurant borrows heavily from the grandeur and luxury of European cafes, including French bistros and Italian pastry shops, but with the contemporary sensibilities inherent in the American dining experience.Grand Lux Cafe first opened in Las Vegas at the famed Venetian Resort, Hotel and Casino, and was such a hit that the parent company sought to expand the idea. Now, there are Grand Lux Cafes in eight states, including Florida, Texas, New Jersey and New York.When I visited, for starters I tried the Chicken Lettuce Wraps, which includes minced Sauteed Chicken Breast and Vegetables in a Delicious Asian Sauce. Served with Cool Lettuce Wraps.The lettuce was crispy-fresh and served as a fitting shell for a heaping of shredded chicken laced with Asian sauce.For my entree, I went with the Stacked Chicken Quesadilla, which features tortillas Layered with Melted Cheese, Chicken, Tomato, Black Beans and Green Chiles. Served with Sour Cream and Salsa. It was heavenly.The help was exceptional. Each waiter or waitress tended to my needs as they were evident.As for the beverage program, was okay. I had a Moscow Mule that was on point. But a margarita was on the weak side. I’m sure it was just a hiccup.Grand Lux Cafe is open 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursdays. On weekends, the hours are 10 a.m. to midnight (11 p.m. on Sundays). Weekend Brunch is on Saturdays and Sundays 10:00AM – 2:00PM.The Atlanta restaurants scene is booming. The city’s suburban outposts, including places like Brookhaven, Sandy Springs, Johns Creek and Alpharetta are all experiencing a restaurant rebirth as developers look to branch out beyond Atlanta’s core. There is also a generous scattering of burger joints, coffee shops and more around the Perimeter. Atlanta restaurants can be found in each quadrant of the city, trading on their respective environments to offer something truly unique to the community.
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“The Oddbird” special for Wednesday, September 12, 2018 is Chicken And Waffle special. The Oddbird pop-up at West Egg Cafe rotates mouth-watering items each month, so you never know what you’re getting.
The Chicken And Waffle Special is comprised of white cheddar waffle, baked apple & bacon chutney. Make sure you come by Wednesday from 5:30-9pm.
The Atlanta restaurants scene is booming. The city’s suburban outposts, including places like Brookhaven, Sandy Springs, Johns Creek and Alpharetta are all experiencing a restaurant rebirth as developers look to branch out beyond Atlanta’s core. There is also a generous scattering of burger joints, coffee shops and more around the Perimeter. Atlanta restaurants can be found in each quadrant of the city, trading on their respective environments to offer something truly unique to the community.
Read more: 5 really cool coffee joints to check out in Atlanta
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Come kick it with us on September 1st for a special show which will include 20 Atlanta based artists showcasing newly created 24” x 24” pieces. We’re also stoked to host a couple new musicians as they grace us with their talents and set the vibe for the evening.
The event is scheduled for Sat, September 1, 2018, 7:00 – 11 PM ET at Octane 1009 West Marietta St NW Atlanta, GA 30318.
Since our last large showcase a year ago, we’re committed to having a large annual showcase that gives the community a chance to meet a lot of creatives that are their neighbors and for us to create a place where we can attract as many people as possible to come see what Atlanta art is all about. Keep up our feed as we’ll start sharing a preview of each artist’s work and a bit about who they are.
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North Fulton has a new restaurant to add to is collective palate: Coalition Food and Beverage opened its doors Tuesday, June 26 in downtown Alpharetta. The eatery is the third from the team that launched Roswell’s Table & Main in 2011 and Osteria Mattone in 2013.
Coalition Food and Beverage is spread across 3,331-square-feet of space and seats approximately 150 diners, including a bar, outdoor dining and private dining.
New Atlanta restaurant: Coalition Food & Beverage in Roswell
While not as stiff and contemporary-looking as many of the restaurants you’d see in Midtown, Coalition strives for a more urban aesthetic and community feel.
Crabcakes at Coalition Food & Beverage in Alpharetta. “We look to bring the vibrancy of the city – the steel, the noise, the action, the constant swirl of things – to the suburbs,” said Ryan Pernice, RO Hospitality founder and owner. “People should feel very far from their backyard grills when they’re here. They should feel like, ‘This is where the action is!’”
What’s on the menu at Coalition Food & Beverage?
Wanna know what to eat? See a sample of the menu below:
Take a look at the full men here: CFB Menu
Coalition Food and Beverage is open for dinner service Sunday through Thursday, from 4:30 – 9:30 p.m., and Friday through Saturday, from 4:30 – 10:30 p.m. Both lunch and brunch service will begin in weeks to follow. Parking is ample via street-side parking or the Teasley Place parking deck, which is complimentary to Coalition patrons.
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A new restaurant, Flower Child, is set to open its doors in Buckhead this spring, AtlantaFi has learned. The concept is promoting the tagline “Healthy food for a happy world.”
The eatery will open at the Shops Around Lenox around the second week of July, according to reports. It is in four states so far, including Arizona, California, Texas and Nevada. Georgia would mark the concept’s first foray down South.
“Flower Child serves tasty, nourishing food for the free-spirited. Our bowls, wraps, grains, and greens are all made with fresh and responsibly-sourced ingredients that revitalize your body, mind, and soul,” a writeup on the site’s website says.
Another location is slated to open in Sandy Springs in the fall, according to news reports.
“Whether you plan to pick up and peace out, or you’re content to settle in to our cheery, colorful environment, you’ll be greeted with lightning-fast service and a smile. We’re all about happiness-prioritized dining with nutritional fare you’ll crave,” the eatery says.
The restaurant is being brought to The A by Fox Restaurants Concept, the same people behind nearby True Food Kitchen.
“They’re two different dining experiences: True Food is full-service, sit-down, with a bar. Flower Child has a different price point and a more casual environment,” owner Sam Fox says, according to Atlantamagazine.com. “We like the area. There’s a yoga place, a Lululemon, and a good health vibe.”
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This weekend if you’re in West Midtown and hangry as all get out, we’ve got just the place. On Sunday, June 10 from 4-8 p.m., Atlanta Streets Alive will shut down a busy portion of Howell Mill Road to cars and lures pedestrians and bicyclists to experience a vibrant, traffic-free city street experience.
Ormsby’s, the convivial gathering spot on Atlanta’s Westside, is adding to the festive atmosphere and invites participants to join them for an outdoor street party featuring Sabor Brass Band from 5-7 p.m., food including brats and other specialties, drinks, outdoor games and more.
More #ATLHaps to get into on Sunday, June 10
Gypsy Kitchen, one of Buckhead’s coolest restaurants, is hosting a Basque in the Sun Launch Party. The event is set for Sunday, June 10 at 4 to 11 p.m. Here are the deets.
- On Friday night, check out the Rose Bar.
- Saturday: Check out the Trap Soul Dinner Party, where the music will be on and poppin’ like chicken grease.
- Also Saturday: Hugo’s Oyster Bar is hosting a live crawfish boil with $5 Abita beers, crawfish by the pound and delicious side items for the whole family.
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Although Atlanta is landlocked, you’d be surprised to learn how many people are true oyster-heads in the metro area. Lots of them come from coastal communities and port cities in Maryland, New Orleans or West Coast Pacific spots.
Enter Holeman and Finch Public House: The restaurant is offering $1 oysters every week day in an ongoing promotion. What is a public house, you ask?
“A Public House is traditionally the center of its community; a place to gather and enjoy a respite from the day,” the eatery’s website says. “Here we converse, debate, and celebrate each other over a cold beer, a well-made drink or a generous glass of wine. We are devoted to delicious food, well-made drinks & enjoyable experiences.”
Check out this cool gastropub located at 2277 Peachtree Road Northwest, Atlanta, GA 30309
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