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  • Tulum Kitchen and Bar opens in Buckhead

    The Hottest New Restaurants in Atlanta: 24 Eateries To Try In 2024

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    The new Atlanta restaurant trend is more than a fad, it’s a literal meal! If you’re starving for something new on the menu, check out these new food spots that have opened in Georgia’s largest city this year.

    What New Atlanta Restaurants Are Opening For 2024?

    This article will explore some of the best new eateries that have opened recently and what’s on the menu, including any favorites you should order.

    Che Butter Jonez Brookhaven

    Che Butta Jonez opens i Brookhaven
    Photo credit: Che Butta Jonez

    It’s official: Che Butter Jonez has opened on LaVista Road in Brookhaven. The popular restaurant, which opened its doors on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, is currently serving customers.

    Emilio’s Taco & Tequilas

    Atlanta: Emilio's Taco + Tequila
    Photo credit: Emilio’s Taco + Tequila

    Another taco joint is strong with the force in Midtown Atlanta: Emilio’s Taco + Tequila opened its doors on September 30, 2024. Check out the menu.

    Tate-Z-Bites

    Tate-Z-Bites Opening

    Tate-Z-Bites opened Oct 5, 2024, bringing delicious flavors, creative dishes, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere to downtown Atlanta.

    The Grand Opening celebration was held at Tate-Z-Bites, 1152 Pryor Road, SW Atlanta Ga, 30315.

    Slutty Vegan Hartsfield

    Slutty Vegan airport location

    Atlanta’s most popular fast-casual plant-based burger joint is entering rarefied air: Slutty Vegan is opening at the airport. The location will be Concourse B, AtlantaFi.com has learned.

    In 2023, Slutty Vegan owner Pinky Cole made the announcement on her Instagram account, saying: “Slutty Vegan will be a PERMANENT LOCATION in Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport! WE JUST WON THE BID!!”

    Now a year later, the restaurant is set to open in Concourse B.

    J’s Smokehouse

    J's Smokehouse opens in Doraville
    Photo credit: Jonnetta Patton / Instagram

    J’s Smokehouse opened August 2, 2024, and is owned by Jonnetta Patton, the mother of musical powerhouse Usher. Ms. Patton recently held a grand opening for the eatery, which is located in Doraville. Check out J’s Smokehouse.

    Gene’s BBQ Opens in SE Atlanta

    2371 Hosea L Williams Drive SE, Atlanta, Georgia 30317

    Gene's BBQ Opens in SE Atlanta

    Another new barbecue restaurant recently opened its doors in southeast Atlanta. Gene’s BBQ began serving customers in late July. The eatery is currently open 5 to 11 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Brunch is 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays.

    El Gordo Opens in Uptown Development

    El Gordo menu in Atlanta
    Photo credit: El Gordo

    A new Mexican restaurant just opened its doors in Buckhead. El Gordo started serving customers on July 9. The eatery is currently serving a limited menu with tacos, drinks and more.

    El Gordo is open Sun-Wed | 11am-10pm. Thu-Sat | 11am- 3am. Check it out this weekend.

    Propaganda Opens in Smyrna

    Propaganda Opens in Smyrna

    Propaganda, new Speakeasy in Smyrna, just opened its doors and is serving customers. Stop by at 2860 Atlanta Rd SE, Smyrna, GA 30080.

    Capolinea

    159 Northside Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

    Capolinea fine dining in Atlanta.
    Photo credit: Capolinea

    Using high-quality ingredients in Georgia, Capolinea offers diners an inspired taste of Italy in downtown Atlanta. Check out the menu.

    Flying Biscuit’s New Location

    The Flying Biscuit opens in Atlanta

    The Flying Biscuit, one of the best breakfast spots in Atlanta, is far from new in the city, but it’s new location — 1530 DeKalb Ave, SE — to downright fresh. May 13 is when its doors open for all to see, eat and enjoy.

    Auburn Angel

    Auburn Angel opens in Sweet Auburn in Atlanta.

    Chef Robbie Pacheco along with restaurateur Asa Fain opened Auburn Angel in the Sweet Auburn district of Atlanta on April 19. The eatery, is located at 302 Auburn Ave. NE.

    Kura Revolving Sushi Bar

    Kura Revolving Sushi Bar opens in Atlanta

    Kura Revolving Sushi Bar has a presence in 15 states, but only two in the Southeast: Florida and Georgia. In the metro Atlanta area, there are two Kura locations, one in Buford and the other in Doraville. Now an Atlanta location is set to open inside the Interlock Tower in West Midtown.

    Aviva by Kameel Coming To Buckhead

    Rosemary chicken at Avia by Kameel in Atlanta.

    Aviva by Kameel is one of the best Mediterranean restaurants in Atlanta and expanding to Buckhead.

    The menu consists of hormone-free, butter-free food items, along with halal meat and classic salads and vegetables that have been locally sourced.
    At Aviva by Kameel, you’ll love the Chicken Shawarma, Salmon and Rosemary Chicken. Read more.

    Pendolino Opening In Atlanta

    The menu at Pendolino features authentic Italian dishes like pasta, pizza and salads. Of course, there are vino pairings with many of the meals.

    The eatery boasts inspired decor, including an expansive dining room and sun-friendly patio for an unbeatable setting. One side of the restaurant boasts a curved oak wood bar with casual café style seating, and views of the wood burning oven. The main dining room has a lux mix of comfy banquettes, graciously sized booths, and marble topped tables. Read about when Pendolino is opening.

    Buttermilk Biscuit

    1634 Virginia Ave, Atlanta, GA 30337

    Buttermilk Biscuit has the best breakfast in Atlanta.

    Tucked inside quaint shopping center Virginia Station off in College Park, Buttermilk Biscuit packs a big breakfast punch. Here’s what one reviewer says about Buttermilk Biscuits.

    “The Belgian waffles were melt-in-your-mouth wonderful. Fried chicken breast was seasoned and cooked to crisp and juicy perfection, and the grits… I am a grits snob. There are literally only 3 or 4 restaurants in Atlanta that I refer others to when asked.”

    Bread & Butterfly

    290 Elizabeth St NE Atlanta, GA 30307

    Bread & Butterfly owner Demetrius Brown in his Inman park restaurant.

    Bread & Butterfly comes to us via Demetrius Brown, Chef and Owner of the establishment. The eatery specializes in French and African-inspired dishes.

    Whataburger

    2955 Cobb Pkwy SE #910, Atlanta, GA 30339

    Whataburger opens in Vinings, Ga.
    Photo credit: Whataburger

    Whataburger is set to open its first-ever restaurant in Atlanta. And there will be a free food giveaway to mark the occasion. The Vinings Whataburger just opened on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. The burger spot has been getting some raving reviews. Have you been?

    Six Feet Under Pub and Fish House

    menu from Six Feet Under
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    Six Feet Under Pub and Fish House, the most important seafood eatery on Atlanta’s eastside has opened a location in Buckhead.

    The new Atlanta restaurant, which is housed in the former space of the ROXX Tavern, is actually a relocation. The original 6 Feet Under was on 11th Street just off Northside Drive and has now closed.

    Battle and Brew

    Battle and Brew at the Battery Atlanta

    Battle & Brew, a gaming and bar concept, is set to open at The Battery Atlanta, the company says in a news release. The establishment is set to open Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, in a 11,014 square-foot space.

    Battle & Brew’s motto “Game. Geek. Grub.” perfectly captures the spirit of the new gaming hotspot and eatery. With more than 70 screens for immersive gaming experiences and private party spaces for exclusive gatherings, customers can anticipate a new level of gaming possibilities to explore.

    Rosie’s Coffee Cafe

    Roosevelt Hall, 660 Student Memorial Blvd

    black-owned restaurants in Atlanta, Rosie's

    Rosie’s Cafe opened its first location on Sylvan Road in southwest Atlanta right before the pandemic. The brand has grown into one of the most successful Black-owned restaurants in Atlanta.

    A new location at Roosevelt Hall, 660 Student Memorial Blvd is set to open this year.

    Little Rey

    Little Rey, Tex-Mex restaurant in Atlanta

    Little Rey is set to open a second restaurant, this time on the Northcreek Office Park on Northside Drive. The menu includes creative drinks and spicy dishes like wood-roasted chicken al carbon, al carbon tacos, traditional street-style tacos, salads and more.

    Black Coffee ATL

    Black Coffee ATL is one of the best in Atlanta

    Black Coffee ATL is opening this spring inside the Vivian, an upscale apartment complex bordering Adair Park and the Sylvan Hills community in southwest Atlanta. Check out Atlanta’s best black-owned coffee shops.

    The N Zone

    Smokey Stallion BBQ opens in Atlanta
    Photo credit: Smokey Stallion BBQ

    Former Atlanta native and former NFL star-turned-restaurateur Cam Newton is adding to his restaurant portfolio this year. The N Zone is set to open on Elliott Street in Castleberry Hill.

    Newton has favored Castleberry Hill as a restaurant spot. His ventures FellaShip and Smokey Stallion BBQ are based there as well.

    Butter + Scotch

    Butter + Scotch opening in Atlanta in 2024

    Che Butter Jonez proprietors Chef Malik Rhasaan and wife Detric Fox-Quinlan and preparing to open Butter + Scotch, a 144-seat restaurant called  in downtown Atlanta’s Origin Hotel. The exact timeframe for the opening is still being worked out.

    Final Bite

    If you’re a fan of crab cakes or even fried fish, Atlanta’s diverse dining scene has just what you need and more. And you can find a new food spot just about every weekend in Atlanta.

    Best new Atlanta restaurants ebook

    Aside from dining at the best new Atlanta restaurants, 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.

    Metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene continues to grow with no stops on the horizon. Ready to try something new?

    Ultimate Guide: Where To Eat In Atlanta

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  • soul food restaurants in Atlanta

    20 Of The Absolute Best Soul Restaurants For 2024

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    Much has been written about what “soul” food is and how healthy it is for you. But what’s good for the soul isn’t just about nutritional value, especially when it comes to Atlanta restaurants.

    When you envision soul food, you might think of some slamming ole fried chicken or potato salad, but as you’re about to see, the cuisine accounts for a well-rounded palate.

    So where is the top-notch classic soul food? This article will show you all the great soul food restaurants in Atlanta.

    Where To Find The Best Soul Food in Atlanta

    Historically, those new Atlanta restaurants that get all of the attention have been on the North and West side.

    Here we’ll look at some hidden culinary treasures that serve the best soul food in the area. Many of them have struggled to stay afloat, either due to the COVID-19 pandemic are trying to survive on bare-bones budgets. That being said, there are a few joints still keeping the soul food flame alive.

    Are you ready to get down and eat? Here are some of the best soul food restaurants in Atlanta.

    The Top 15 Best Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta

    1. The Beautiful Restaurant

    2260 Cascade Rd, Atlanta, GA 30311

    Best Restaurants On Atlanta's South Side

    The Beautiful has for decades fed southwest Atlanta community with fresh vegetables, piping hot desserts and slow-cooked meats.

    Here’s what one customer says about the Beautiful: “In all the years (decades!) I’ve been coming here, I have NEVER been disappointed. For breakfast (fish & grits, salmon croquettes, etc.), for lunch or dinner (the home-style vegetables, the cornbread, and ANY meats), and last but not least – the BEST banana pudding (the real kind)!!! Beautiful Restaurant, you’re an Atlanta institution. May you continue to be blessed and to prosper.”

    2. Busy Bee

    810 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30314

    best soul food restaurants in Atlanta

    The Martin Luther King Boulevard staple has survived lean times in the 1990s and enjoyed a resurgence as gentrification combined with a loyal following from Atlanta University Center students has kept the doors open for years. Choice dishes include the  Baked Chicken & Corn bread Dressing … a quarter of chicken smothered in its own gravy and served with cranberry sauce. And don’t sleep on the Pork Chops: Two 6 oz. chops marinated, hand breaded and fried in peanut oil to a crisp golden brown.

    3. Carrie Bo’s

    568 Macon St McDonough, GA 30253

    Carrie Bo's Soul Food BBQ Bistro

    Carrie Bo’s offers what it calls “Soul Food Fusion,” and it is delicious! Located in McDonough, the eatery has some of the fresh takeout dishes you can get, including fried fish, hot wings and barbeque!

    4. Debbie’s Delights

     4495 Jonesboro Rd, Forest Park, GA 30297 | (314) 330-2672

    Debbie's Delights is among the best black restaurants in Atlanta

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Debbie’s Delights: “On a road trip and stopped in to have a bite to eat. It’s a small quaint little place. The coffee tasted wonderful. We had the chicken & waffles, shrimp and grits, and a vegetable omelette. One of the kids had a waffle. All were delicious! The chicken was perfectly cooked, not greasy, and the seasoning was delicious. The shrimp and grits were amazing and taste great. The omelette was delicious. The portions were good and prices are reasonable. The owner came out and tuned the TV to a show for the kids. She brought a chair out for the baby in carseat. They also have board games and big Jenga blocks. We enjoyed our meal very much.”

    5. K&K Soul Food

    881 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 685-1073
    K&K Cafe is one of the best soul food restaurants in Atlanta
    K&K is a cafeteria-style restaurant that allows you to get in and out without large crowds slowing you down. The food is really good for this Westside spot.

    6. Lickety Split Southern Kitchen & Bar

    1155 Virginia Ave Suite F, Hapeville, GA 30354

    best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta, Lickety Split Southern Kitchen & Bar

    Lickety Split is a soul food restaurant that serves traditional, homecooked southern food with a heaping helping of hospitality. It opened in late April 2019, but is making some sizable rumblings already.

    The family owned and operated restaurant offers happy hour as well as brunch on the weekends. Delivery and catering services are also available. See more.

    7. Soul Vegetarian

    879 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

    best soul food restaurants in Atlanta

    One of the West End’s most famous restaurants, Soul Vegetarian is just what the name implies, vegetarian, but don’t get it twisted. This is some of the best whole food in the  city. Fave joints include the Garvey Burger, made from seasoned wheat gluten topped with special “Mierah” mushroom and onion sauce.

    8. Soul Vegetarian 2

    652 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306 |  (404) 875-0145

    Soul Vegetarian 2 on North HIghland is one of the best soul food restaurants in Atlanta

    Like its cousin on the southside, Soul Vegetarian 2 offers expertly-cooked 100% vegan dishes. Soul Vegetarian 2 is among the Atlanta restaurants that offers curbside pickup.

    9. Paschal’s

    180 Northside Dr SW #B, Atlanta, GA 30313

    Intl Airport, Concourse B, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta, N Terminal Rd Suite T120, Atlanta, GA 30320

    best soul food restaurants in Atlanta

    Known as the kitchen of the civil rights movement, Paschals has had the most continuous success of any soul food joint in the city. The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., Ralph David Abernathy and Hosea Williams all planned protests in the back room while collard greens and corn bread baked only feet away from them. Today, Paschal’s has morphed into a mid-upscale eatery with a cosmopolitan clientele. But it still has some of the meanest soul food in the ATL. Best dishes include Gulf shrimp, chicken and Andouille as well as the Caribbean Fish Tacos.

    10. Ms. Icey’s Kitchen & Bar

    1371 Clairmont Rd, Decatur, GA 30033

    Ms. Icey's - The Best Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta

    The newest soul food spot in Decatur comes from owner and restaurateur Sim Walker, whose New York City rearing comes through in the vibe. Ms. Icey’s, named after Walker’s grandmother, is Decatur’s best-kept secret even though it has quickly become a culturally hip gathering place for those in the know. When cornbread comes in an iron skillet, and oxtails do as well, you know you’re in a foodie’s dream. Not only are many of the dishes a nod to Southern and soul food culture, but the drinks are mostly handcrafted, giving the place an organic life. The sweet potato waffles are to die for.

    11. Old Lady Gang Southern Cuisine

    Atlanta Locations:

    • 177 Peters St. SW, Atlanta | 404-692-4407
    • 3650 Marketplace Blvd Suite 950, East Point, GA 30344
    • Inside Mercedes Benz Stadium
    Kandi Burruss-Tucker, Old Lady Gang - Black-owned restaurants in Atlanta
    via Instagram

    Known as the Kandi Burruss-Tucker spot, Old Lady Gang Southern Cuisine has quickly taken its position as both a sophisticated and downhome Southern food spot in downtown Atlanta. Yes, it is owned by Burruss-Tucker and husband Todd Tucker, but it pays homage to Kandi’s aunts, Joyce Jones, aunts Bertha Jones & Nora Wilcox, who make up the “Old Lady Gang.”

    Favorites on the menu of Old Lady Gang, which also has a location in State Farm Arena, include Momma Joyce’s House Punch, Aunt Bertha’s Fried Chicken and Aunt Nora’s Fried Catfish Strip.

    12. Peach Cobbler Cafe

     2221 Peachtree Rd NW Suite G Atlanta, GA 30309 | 404-351-0450

    Poor Calvin's is one of the best black restaurants in Atlanta

    Here’s what one reviewer says about the Peach Cobbler Cafe: “What a great find! It’s a perfect date night location. The space is well decorated. The food is chef driven and nails everything from taste, freshness, ingredient variety, to presentation. The drinks are well crafted and delicious. Complete with professional and polite staff that is also fun, prompt, and I am definitely going back.”

    13. Soul Delicious Grill & Buffet

    1375 Mount Zion Rd, Morrow, GA, GA 30260 | (678) 604-7195

    Soul Food Delicious Grill in Morrow, Georgia

    Soul Delicious Grill & Buffet is located in a modest strip mall south of the city, but the food is big-time. If you enjoy smothered chicken with all the fixin’s, this is your place.

    14. The Real Milk & Honey

    3719 Main St, College Park, GA 30337 | (404) 458-5500

    The Real Milk and Honey restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia

    Want some great seafood and Southern goodness? The Real Milk and Honey is one of the best restaurants in College Park. They have day parties on the weekend, so plan accordingly.

    15. Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours

    1133 Huff Rd NW #D, Atlanta, GA 30318

    The Best Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta - Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours

    This relatively new eatery has quickly stolen the hearts of soul food lovers in the city. Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours is run by Executive Chef and Owner Deborah VanTrece has become a culinary force in Atlanta. She also runs her own catering company Catering by VanTrece. Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours has become known as an eatery that offers creative versions of Southern classics such as Jack Daniels Pecan Honey Chicken Wings and Sweet Tea Baby Back Ribs. Their Blue Plate Specials are great.

    16. Q’s Restaurant

    1599 White Way, Atlanta, GA 30344 | (404) 767-9894

    Q's Restaurant in downtown East Point, Georgia

    Located in downtown East Point, Q’s Restaurant is an old faithful spot where you can get neckbones, rib tips and two sides at lunchtime for an affordable price. Q’s Restaurant typically is only open for lunch, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

    17. Q Time Restaurant

    1120 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30310

    Q Time Restaurant - The Best Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta

    Among the best of the Styrofoam plate eateries, Q Time Restaurant continues to impress and they are reopening soon! This West End gem sits in a strip mall a short distance from Willie Watkins Funeral Home, The Wrens Nest and even the Atlanta University Center. Q Time is known for its succulent turkey wings, collard greens and meatloaf.

    18. This Is It! BBQ & Seafood

    Atlanta Locations:

    • 3523 Camp Creek Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30344
    • 3620 Camp Creek Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30331
    • 6045 Old National Hwy, College Park, GA 30349
    • 2776 Cumberland Blvd SE, Smyrna, GA 30080
    • 4065 Memorial Dr, Decatur, GA 30032
    • 1497 Mt Zion Rd, Morrow, GA 30260
    This Is It BBQ & Seafood- The Best Soul Food Restaurants In Atlanta

    This is It is the quintessential soul food joint in the heart of the South. Boasting a decades long tradition secured by a tight family, This Is It has expanded throughout metro Atlanta to become the premiere soul food brand in Georgia. If you’re in the mood for neck bones, this are the best in the country, bar none.

    If you want to expand your palate a bit, check out our guide to the best new Atlanta restaurants to try right now. Bon apetite!

    19. Walter’s Soul Food Cafe

    394 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315 | (404) 761-0001

    Walter's Cafe is one of the best soul food restaurants in Atlanta

    Walter’s Seafood is a mainstay in southwest Atlanta. The cafe is ideal for takeout and offers all the Southern dishes you love.

    20. Who’s Got Soul Southern Cafe

    3818 Covington Hwy, Decatur, GA 30032 | (404) 289-0116

    Whos Got Soul Southern Cafe in Atlanta

    Who’s Got Soul is one of the best soul food restaurants in Decatur. They offer no pork seasonings, no canned vegetables, or no MSG is served as well. If you’re ever in the Covington Highway area, stop by — Southern Café.

    The best dishes in the Southern kitchen have typically revolved around greasy meats, starches and heavily sugared desserts, but Atlanta’s top soul restaurants turn that stereotype on its head.

    How To Cook Soul Food

    Soul food takes certain ingredients for it to be great. Here is what you need to cook some real soul food:

    Soul food is a Southern tradition. Not every restaurant is worthy of the religion. Only those that adhere to the time-tested and working class code associated with the soulful dishes and recipes can rightfully hold the crown and be befitted with the moniker.

    What Is The Best Soul Food In Atlanta?

    Atlanta has many restaurants that are categorized as “soul food.,  but are they really? A better description for some of these eateries though, would be Southern food, because many restaurants below the Mason-Dixon line feature some of the same dishes.

    When you think of Southern food, though, you’re talking about as many as 11 states and the way different subcultures prepare their food.

    If we add that little distinction, great restaurants such as Mary Mac’s Tea Room on Ponce de Leon Avenue and The Colonnade on Cheshire Bridge Road clearly are two of the best.

    Of course, how those dishes are prepared is what really differentiates one from the other.

    What Celebrities Have Restaurants In Atlanta?

    Atlanta has many celebrities that have opened up restaurants. Rapper and actor Ludacris was the force behind Chicken+Beerat the airport. Love & Hip Hop’s Kirk and Rasheeda Frost gave us Frost Bistro.

    See some of the other black celebrity restaurants here.

    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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  • 40+ Of The Best Black-Owned Restaurants In Atlanta

    60+ Best Black-Owned Restaurants In Atlanta

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    Black0owned restaurants are continuously popping up in Atlanta — and the food is good. Do you want to know where to go?

    This article will show you the very best black restaurants with top menu items in Atlanta.

    Many of these eateries are owned by seasoned restaurateurs who have helmed some of the finest kitchens in America. Other restaurants are from well-known celebrities you’ve seen on the screen or heard on the radio.

    Let’s take a culinary tour of Atlanta’s black restaurants.

    Here Are The Best Black-Owned Restaurants In Atlanta

    Aside from restaurateurs, some of these eateries are owned by celebrities. Let’s take a look at the best black restaurants in Atlanta.

    3 Parks Wine Shops

    880 Glenwood Ave, St. C Atlanta, GA 30316 (678) 349-7070 

    best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta

    Located in the bottom of the Enso Building, just down from The Shed at Glenwood, 3 Parks Wine Shops has become a favorite neighborhood wine shop for Atlanta’s Grant Park area. Owner and Managing Partner Sarah Pierre has made sure 3 Parks Wine Shops is Atlanta’s destination for wine tastings, wine clubs and other special events.

    9 Mile Station

    675 Ponce de Leon Ave NE Atlanta, Georgia 30308

    best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta

    Entrepreneur Kelvin Slater and wife Mandy have a hit on their hands with 9 Mile Station. Described as an “elevated beer garden,” 9 Mile Station is located on the rooftop of Ponce City Market in Midtown Atlanta.

    Menu favorites include Spring Linguine, Georgia Trout and Braised Pork Shank.

    Applewhite’s Eatery

    2620 Max Cleland Blvd, Lithonia, GA 30058 |  (770) 482-5114

    Applewhite's Eatery is one of the best black restaurants in Atlanta

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Applewhite’s Eatery: “I stop in to pick up a quick dinner on a Friday evening and was pleasantly surprised. It’s a cozy little shop.They offer many different dishes like burgers, beef, and turkey. They also have jerky chicken, barbecue chicken, pulled pork, and sides like french fries, Mac & cheese, etc. I order a honey barbecue chicken with Mac & cheese and it was very good. The food was hot and the serving size was adequate. The couple who run the place were very nice and service was quick. I will be returning to try out other dishes and desserts and would recommend to others.”

    Top dishes on the menu: Fried Chicken, Pulled Pork and Mac N’ Cheese.

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    Bankhead Seafood

    1651 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 794-6904

    Bankhead Seafood restaurant in southwest Atlanta menu

    Bankhead Seafood has been bought and re-imagined by two of Atlanta’s favorite sons, rappers and businessmen, Killer Mike and T.I.

    They’re operating as a food truck for now, but will reopen soon, according to the new owners.

    Blaze Steak & Seafood

    3752 Cascade Rd Ste 110, Atlanta, GA 30331 | (404) 907-4700

    Blaze Steak and Seafood opening in Atlanta

    Atlanta reality TV star couple and entrepreneurs Todd Tucker and Kandi Burruss of “Real Housewives of Atlanta” fame already have a hit with their Old Lady Gang restaurants. Now, they’ve opened Blaze Steak & Seafood, an upscale restaurant in Cascade.

    Learn more about Blaze Steak & Seafood.

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Blaze Steak & Seafood: “COVID-19 measures are in place. The decor inside is on point. Bar is huge and great selection of liquor and wine. Great menu selections as well. I had the seafood omelette and we had a peach mimosa carafe. This is the soft opening so a few kinks have to be worked out. I will say that customer service is pretty good as well.”

    Busy Bee

    810 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30314 |  (404) 525-9212

    black owned restaurants in Atlanta - Busy Bee owner, Tracy Gates

    The Martin Luther King Boulevard staple has survived lean times in the 1990s and enjoyed a resurgence as gentrification combined with a loyal following from Atlanta University Center students — and a James Beard award — has kept the doors open for years.

    Owner Tracy Gates started as an employee at Busy Bee Cafe in 1987.  Since then the eatery in the shadow of Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium has attracted college students, celebrities and dignitaries from around the world.

    Read more: Here are the best soul food restaurants in Atlanta

    Choice dishes include the  Baked Chicken & Corn bread Dressing … a quarter of chicken smothered in its own gravy and served with cranberry sauce. And don’t sleep on the Pork Chops: Two 6 oz. chops marinated, hand breaded and fried in peanut oil to a crisp golden brown.

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    BQE Restaurant & Lounge

    262 Edgewood Ave. NE, Atlanta, 404-996-6159

    black owned restaurants in Atlanta

    BQE Restaurant & Lounge just outside downtown Atlanta has quickly become a happening dining spot on the weekends. Owner and CEO Kenya Amos is a native of New York but knew that the downhome Southern palates of Atlantans would be perfect for a restaurant.

    Menu favorites at BQE Restaurant & Lounge include the BQE Farmer’s Omelette, Crab Cake Hash and the Red Velvet Chicken & Waffle.

    Che Butter Jonez

    Che Butter jonez

    757 Cleveland Ave SW Suite E, Atlanta, GA 30315 | (404) 919-4061

    Here’s what one customer says about Che Butter Jonez: “I gave it my own stars!! My first stop after landing in Atlanta! I read about it, saw the pictures and had to get there! The lamb burger was phenomenal!! The customer service was genuine! So down to earth. The music and smells from the back gave it such a vibe! This was well worth it! Awesome job!!”

    Chicken+Beer

    Concourse D, Gate D5, Atlanta, GA 30337

    best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta - Chicken+Beer

    Travelers at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport love them some Chicken+Beer. Co-owned by Jackmont Hospitality and rapper, actor and businessman Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Chicken+Beer is helmed by Executive Chef Josh Lee with help from Culinary Director Chef Todd Richards.

    Favorite menu items include Salmon, Croquette Sliders, Shrimp and Grits, Three Whole Wings and lots of beer.

    Daddy D’z BBQ Joynt

    2139, 264 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312, (404) 222-0206

    Black-owned restaurants in Atlanta - Daddy D'z restaurant

    One of the most prominent barbecue restaurants in Atlanta is Daddy D’z BBQ Joynt in Midtown. The Memorial Drive eatery has been a favorite of nearby lawmakers at the Georgia Capitol as well as a neighborhood standby. With standout dishes like ribs and beef brisket, don’t get lost in the sauce at Daddy D’z.

    Debbie’s Delights

    1235 Chattahoocee Ave. NW Atlanta, GA 30138 | (404) 644-5040

    Debbie's Delights is among the best black restaurants in Atlanta

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Debbie’s Delights: “On a road trip and stopped in to have a bite to eat. It’s a small quaint little place. The coffee tasted wonderful. We had the chicken & waffles, shrimp and grits, and a vegetable omelette. One of the kids had a waffle. All were delicious! The chicken was perfectly cooked, not greasy, and the seasoning was delicious. The shrimp and grits were amazing and taste great. The omelette was delicious. The portions were good and prices are reasonable. The owner came out and tuned the TV to a show for the kids. She brought a chair out for the baby in carseat. They also have board games and big Jenga blocks. We enjoyed our meal very much.”

    Delilah’s Everyday Soul

    1235 Chattahoochee BLVD, Atlanta, GA 30318

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    Delilah’s Everyday Soul opened in November 2021 in the newly christened Chattahoochee Food Works development on Atlanta’s West Side.

    Desta Ethiopian Kitchen

    Desta Ethiopian is the best restaurant in Atlanta

    Atlanta Locations:

    • 3086 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30329 | (404) 929-0011
    • Westsude: 250 Marietta Blvd NW Suite 206, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 929-0015
    • Emory:  1520 avenue place ne B1 #140, Atlanta, GA 30329 (Temporarily Closed)

    Here’s what one customer says about Desta Ethiopian Kitchen. “Surprisingly diverse and trendy restaurant! The demographics of this place was endless and wide ranging. You’ll have to see for yourself! Just know, There is a “place” at the table for everyone- literally! Get there before 6pm or make a reservation online to avoid the wait.”

    Escobar Restaurant & Tapas

    327 Peters St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30313 404-941-7907

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    Escobar Restaurant & Tapas Bar is owned by rapper and entrepreneur 2 Chainz. The 3,000-square foot space situated in the Castleberry Hill neighborhood near downtown Atlanta is helmed by Executive Chef DePhon Robinson. Decadent dishes such like lobster and jumbo shrimp dot the menu.

    Fin & Feathers

    360 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 | (678) 705-5757

    Fin and Feathers is one of the best black restaurants in Atlanta

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Fin & Feathers. “We got takeout to celebrate getting our marriage license today and Dante (I think, hard to hear over the phone and noise) took great care making sure we didn’t have any cross contamination that would endanger my partner. Folks were very sweet and helpful, and I think it’s impressive to make takeout a positive customer service interactions. All of the food was delicious but we especially liked the fried pickles!”

    Frost Bistro

    281 Peters St. SW, Atlanta, GA. 30313 |  (404) 963-5495
     Kirk And Rasheeda Restaurant Opens In Atlanta's Castleberry Hill Music and reaiity TV stars Kirk and Rasheeda Frost own Frost Bistro, an Atlanta restaurant in Castleberry Hill. Kirk and Rasheeda’s restaurant offers a hip alternative to the stuffy eateries scattered around downtown Atlanta. Here are more details about the restaurant.

    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

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    Leave it to a celebrity hairstylist to serve up exactly what the masses need. Gocha Hawkins, known for styling the coifs of mega-personalities like Beyonce, Nicki Minaj, Kandi Burruss and other stars, opened Gocha’s Breakfast Bar in January 2019 in the Cascade area of Atlanta.

    Gocha’s Breakfast Bar is located at  inside the Publix Shopping Center on Cascade and Fairburn Road. The hours are Monday – Friday  7 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday  7 a.m. – 4 p.m. Menu faves are Gocha’s Impossible Burger With Parmesan Truffle Fries. There’s also Gocha’s Krunch-Tastic French Toast, and “Better Than Yo Momma” Buttermilk Pancakes.

    Grant Park Coffeehouse

    753 Cherokee Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 (404) 856-0433

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    Not just a coffee shop, Grant Park Coffeehouse serves delicious desserts and sandwiches as well. Rahel Belfield, owner of Grant Park Coffeehouse, has opened two locations.

    Grips Good Eats & Sweets

    1747 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA 30315 | (770) 870-9050

    Grips Good Eats and Sweets is one of the best black restaurants in Atlanta

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Grips Good Eats & Sweets: “The food portion was pleasing and has that home cooked taste n flavor.. I ordered the breakfast sandwich (sausage patties, sausage link) all was delicious..”

    Harold’s Chicken & Ice Bar

    349 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

    best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta, Harold's Chicken & Ice Bar

    In one of the most lively and revitalized districts in all of Atlanta, Harold’s Chicken & Ice Bar stands out for its outstanding eats. This Atlanta outpost of a Chicago eatery is become known as a popular sports bar as well.

    What’s on the menu at Harold’s Chicken & Ice Bar? Fried Chicken, lots of it. There’s also catfish, shrimp, perch and gizzards.

    Healthfull Essence

     875 York Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (404) 806-0830

    Healthful Essence is one of the best Caribbean restaurants in Atlanta

    This vegan/vegetarian restaurant offers excellent raw and cooked food along with an expansive catering menu.

    What to order: The Caribbean food, including fish cakes, plantains and more get rave reviews.

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Healthfull Essence: “Oh my goodness! I’m not even vegan but the macaroni and un-cheese was delicious! Everything was delicious too be honest especially the greens. I definitely have to visit Atlanta again to get some more of this.”

    Jamrock

    Atlanta Locations:

    • 381 Moreland Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 | (404) 594-3307
    • 111 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 | (404) 577-4622
    • 1232 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 | (678) 973-2532
      6523 GA-85, Riverdale, GA 30274 | (470) 278-2848
      265 Jonesboro Rd, Jonesboro, GA 30236 | (678) 519-3952

    best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta - Jamrock Jamaican restaurant

    This Jamaican restaurant encompasses everything we love about Caribbean cuisine: flavorful dishes, warm and inviting hospitality along with authentic Jamrock roots, mon! The counter-serve restaurant is small on dining space, but you can still get you a carryout of Jamaican jerk chicken, curry goat & other favorites.

    Owing to its popularity, Jamrock Jamaican restaurant has three Atlanta locations: 111 M.L.K. Jr Dr SW, 381 Moreland Ave SE and 1232 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA 30310.

    Jayida Ché Herbal Tea Spot

    566 Fayetteville Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 | (404) 348-0656

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    Jayida Ché Herbal Tea Spot in Atlanta is a modest tea spot that is big on serving you tea that does a body good. Owners Aleathia Saleem and Mariyah Sabir make sure Jayida’s specializes in sourcing organic, fair trade, and local ingredients to curate a tea blend that soothes your soul.

    Johnny’s Chicken And Waffles

    3725 Main Street, College Park, GA 30337

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    Atlanta celebrities Ne-Yo and wife, Chef Crystal Smith, along with reality TV star Karlie Redd have teamed up to open a new restaurant in College Park: Johnny’s Chicken & Waffles. The eatery opened its doors in December 2020, AtlantaFi.com has learned.

    See what’s on the menu at Johny’s Chicken and Waffles.

    Just Add Honey Tea Company

    684 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE Unit E, Atlanta, GA 30312 |  (404) 850-6510
     

    best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta, Just Add Honey Tea Company

    If you want to know who has cornered the market on intown tea, check out the Just Add Tea Company. The family-run business has two locations, at 209 Edgewood Ave NE, Atlanta and 684 John Wesley Dobbs. At the new spot, just off the Beltline Eastside Trail, owners Brandi and Jermail Shelton are set to solidify their hold on ATL tea and its accessories.

    What’s on the menu at the Just Add Honey Tea Co? Herbal teas, black teas, fruit teas and all types of teas!

    K & K Soul Food

    881 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW, Atlanta, 404-685-1073

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    The original Bankhead Restaurant has been cooking home-style meals for the southwest Atlanta community since the 1960s. Now called K&K Soul Food, the eatery, which has been owned for the same family for 40 years, continues to be a standout spot for cafeteria-style soul food. Today the restaurant is run by Kimario Smith, who took over for his mother and grandmother. With its famed Pork Chop plate and Steak plate both priced at $6.99, K&K Soul Food is one of the cheapest — and best — square meals you can find in Atlanta.

    One K & K Soul Food reviewer on Facebook said this: “Good SoulFood. Taste like somebody’s Auntie definitely in the kitchen.”

    Kemper’s Cafe

    1955 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA 30315

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    Kemper’s Cafe has revitalized the Metropolitan Parkway food options with its Caribbean + soul food-inspired dishes.

    The menu has plenty of island favorites such as Curry Chicken, Oxtails and BBQ Jerk Chicken.

     Le Petit Marché 

    1984 Hosea L Williams Dr NE, Atlanta, GA 30317

    black owned restaurants in Atlanta Le Petit Marché owner Marchet Sparks[/caption]

    Le Petit Marché or The Little Market began in 2008 offering Atlantans fresh breads, locally sourced foods and soups and salads. After enduring some tough times, Le Petit Marché has become a bustling gourmet market for the Kirkwood community and many in East Atlanta.

    Owner Marchet Sparks has made the venture a family affair. Visit  Le Petit Marché and you’ll likely be greeted by “Pop” Sparks. You can also catch a glimpse of Mom in the back making a batch of your favorite soup.

    Lickety Split Southern Kitchen & Bar

    1155 Virginia Ave Suite F, Hapeville, GA 30354

    best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta, Lickety Split Southern Kitchen & Bar

    Lickety Split is a soul food restaurant that serves traditional, homecooked southern food with a heaping helping of hospitality. It opened in late April 2019, but is making some sizable rumblings already.

    The family owned and operated restaurant offers happy hour as well as brunch on the weekends. Delivery and catering services are also available. See more.

    Local Green Atlanta

    19 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30314  (770) 883-8291

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    Local Green Atlanta started as a food truck but opened a brick-and-mortar restaurant after starring as a pop-ups in Monday Night Brewing. You can find owner Zachary Wallace serving delicious vegan and pescatarian fast food options at his eatery near Martin Luther King Boulevard and Joseph Lowery in Vine City.

    Lov’n It Live

     2796 E Point St, East Point, GA 30344, 404-765-9220

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    If you’re looking for good eats between Hartsfield Airport and downtown Atlanta, Lov’n It Live has want you need. Specializing in organic and vegan cuisine, the East Point restaurant is located at 2796 East Point Street about 10 minutes from Atlanta.

    What’s on Lov’n It Live’s menu? You must try the Nubian Salad, Collard Rolls and BBQ Sage Wraps.

    Mango’s Caribbean Restaurant

    180 Auburn Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA, 404-698-3992

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    Matthew “True” Nelson was well known around Atlanta as a famed reggae club promoter. These days, Nelson, known in musical circles as Krushmore, is making culinary hits these days. He owns Mangos Caribbean Restaurant on Auburn Avenue next to the Royal Peacock, which he controls as well. As Mango’s jerk chicken grows in popularity, Nelson’s food empire is holding down he West End.

    Historically, those with the best food have struggled to stay afloat, either due to business mistakes are trying to survive on bare-bones budgets. That being said, there are a few joints still keeping the soul food flame alive.

    Soul food is a Southern tradition. Not every restaurant is worthy of the religion. Only those that adhere to the time-tested and working class code associated with the soulful dishes and recipes can rightfully hold the crown and be befitted with the moniker.

    Are you ready to get down and eat? Here are some of the best soul food restaurants in Atlanta.

    Marguerites Jerk Bistro

    1039 Grant St SE, Atlanta, GA 30315 | (404) 941-9733

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    I came here on a whim and the first thing I have to say is… WOW,” says one reviewer. “I came right at closing and the owner, who was a sweetheart, was nice enough to take my order just before shutting the door. I got the oxtail meal, and the person with me got the jerk wing meal, sub rice for fries.”

    Milk & Honey

    5495 Cascade Road, Suite 100, Atlanta, 404-968-9266

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    Featuring the triumphant dishes of Chef Sammy Davis, winner of the Food Network’s hit show “Chopped,” and helmed by co-owner Monique Rose Simms, Milk & Honey at Cascade has a hit on their hands.

    With signature dishes such as Rotisserie Chicken, Chef B.G.’s Turkey Meatloaf and more, this all-day brunch spot has become a must-dine for Atlantans and visitors in the know.

    My Potato Factory

    1521 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 |  (404) 343-1946

    My Potato Factory is among the best black restaurants in Atlanta

    Here’s what one reviewer says about My Potato Factory: “WOW! After searching high and low and during disappointed, I decided to try this restaurant’s sweet potato pie. I was NOT disappointed as this was heavenly, worth the drive and every penny spent!

    I discussed with the staff while picking up and was told if I did not like it, I could get my money back. That already made me feel like I was as in the right place.

    Happy to have found this restaurant. EXTREMELY PLEASED!”

    Ms. Icey’s Kitchen & Bar

    1371 Clairmont Rd, Decatur, GA 30033

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    A relatively new soul food spot in Decatur comes from owner and restaurateur Sim Walker, whose New York City rearing comes through in the vibe. Ms. Icey’s, named after Walker’s grandmother, is Decatur’s best-kept secret even though it has quickly become a culturally hip gathering place for those in the know. When cornbread comes in an iron skillet, and oxtails do as well, you know you’re in a foodie’s dream. Not only are many of the dishes a nod to Southern and soul food culture, but the drinks are mostly handcrafted, giving the place an organic life. The sweet potato waffles are to die for.

    Negril Village Atlanta

    800 Forrest St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 464-7159black-owned restaurants in Atlanta, Sim Walker

    Situated in the on North Avenue in Midtown Atlanta, Negril Village is a well-known Caribbean restaurant that caters to intown city dwellers who crave island fare. Negril Village Atlanta is owned by Sim Walker, the mastermind behind Ms. Icey’s Kitchen & Bar in Decatur. Negril Village is located in a renovated 1907 firehouse. The eatery offers a full bar & Sunday brunch.

    Nouveau Bar & Grill

    3775 Main St, College Park, GA 30337 | (404) 343-6785

    103 W Mill St, Jonesboro, GA 30236 | 770) 766-8425

    Nouveau Bar & Grill owner Ebony Austin

    Nouveau Bar & Grill owner Ebony Austin has a lot of things in the works when it comes to the eatery. Not only are other metro Atlanta locations on the horizon, but in Florida as well.

    Here’s what one customer says about Nouveau Bar & Grill in College Park. “The restaurant is nice. I’m only rating 4 stars for now because I haven’t tried everything on their menu. However the lamb meal that I had as well as the spinach dip was good. I would go back. Apparently the most popular item is the seafood and grits so I’ll try that next time.”

    Old Lady Gang Southern Cuisine

    177 Peters St. SW, Atlanta | 404-692-4407

    3650 Marketplace Blvd Suite 950, East Point, GA 30344

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    Known as the Kandi Burruss-Tucker spot, Old Lady Gang Southern Cuisine has quickly taken its position as both a sophisticated and downhome Southern food spot in downtown Atlanta. Yes, it is owned by Burruss-Tucker and husband Todd Tucker, but it pays homage to Kandi’s aunts, Joyce Jones, aunts Bertha Jones & Nora Wilcox, who make up the “Old Lady Gang.”

    Favorites on the menu of Old Lady Gang, which also has a location in State Farm Arena, include Momma Joyce’s House Punch, Aunt Bertha’s Fried Chicken and Aunt Nora’s Fried Catfish Strip.

    Paschal’s

    180 Northside Dr SW #B, Atlanta, GA 30313

    Intl Airport, Concourse B, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta, N Terminal Rd Suite T120, Atlanta, GA 30320

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    Known as the kitchen of the civil rights movement, Paschals has had the most continuous success of any soul food joint in the city.

    Founded by the Paschal brothers, James and Robert in 1947, this CastleberryHill eatery has long enjoyed strong support from Atlanta’s black community. Since 1947, James and Robert Paschal, The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., Ralph David Abernathy and Hosea Williams all planned protests in the back room while collard greens and corn bread baked only feet away from them. Today,  Elby Marshall Slack is the only original member of the staff still there. Paschal’s has morphed into a mid-upscale eatery with a cosmopolitan clientele. But it still has some of the meanest soul food in the ATL. Best dishes include Gulf shrimp, chicken and Andouille as well as the Caribbean Fish Tacos.

    Peach Cobbler Cafe

    2221 Peachtree Rd NW Suite G, Atlanta, GA 30309 |  (404) 351-0450

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    Here’s what one reviewer says about the Peach Cobbler Cafe. “1st time customer because of the radio commercial. I am completely satisfied! The food was EXCELLENT! Customer service good and ample parking in good location. We got the fried salmon OMG!…Fried shrimp NEVER had them that good, meatloaf I NEVER eat others meatloaf, and son got 1/2 slab rib. The mac&cheese, collards, and corn muffin was better than mine. Thank you, it feels good to spend my money on good food obviously made with love. Oh, the peach cobbler and red velvet cake was really good and not that sweet.”

    Ponce Sports Lounge

    3924 E Ponce De Leon Ave Clarkston, GA 30021

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    Ponce Sports Lounge has hookah, live music and pool tables, but the chef-prepared food is the best in all of Clarkston. Although it is not a restaurant, you can order food up until 3 a.m. on the weekends.

    Purple Corkscrew Wine Shop & Tasting Room

    32 N. Avondale Rd Avondale Estates, GA 30002
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    Since it opened in 2016, owner Steffini Bethea has made sure that the Purple Corkscrew & Tasting Room educates its patrons. LIke fine wine, Purple Corkscrew gets better with time.
    Bethea has assembled an all-star staff that knows all things wine, including a wine manager, wine consultants and a certified Sommelier.

    Q Time Restaurant

    1120 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30310

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    Among the best of the Styrofoam plate eateries, Q Time Restaurant continues to impress. Run by the Crenshaw family after patriarch Fred Crenshaw threw his Alabama upbringing into his food, this West End gem remains a best-kept secret to those outside the community. Q Time sits in a strip mall a short distance from Willie Watkins Funeral Home, The Wrens Nest and even the Atlanta University Center. Q Time is known for its succulent turkey wings, collard greens and meatloaf.

    Soul: Food And Culture

    99 Krog St NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 | (678) 795-3158

    Soul Food and Culture's famous collard green waffle

    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.

    The new restaurant replaces Richards Southern Fried, which was sunset when the pandemic began.

    Roc South Cuisine & Cocktail

    3009 Buford Hwy NE, Atlanta, GA 30329 | (404) 481-5915

    Roc South Cuisine is one of the best black-owned restaurants in Atanta

    Chef Virgil Harper mans the kitchen at Roc South Cuisine, one of the best eateries in Brookhaven.

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Roc South Cuisine: “A nice place for a socially distant meeting on the patio. Food was good comfort. Young vibe the day I went. Staff Covid-19 compliant with masks and wiping down tables. Can’t remember if they had cute disposable plates though.”

    Rosie’s Coffee Cafe

    2330 Sylvan Road, Atlanta, 404-684-1111

    48 Northside Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30313

    819 Bankhead Hwy, Carrollton, Ga. 30117

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    Rosie’s Cafe opened in a quaint structure in 2017 on Sylvan Road in southwest Atlanta. Named after Alabama native Rosie Gail, the restaurant’s owners have created not one but two lasting tributes to her love. Its newest location on Northside Drive caters to fans streaming out of Mercedes-Benz Stadium in downtown Atlanta.

    Menu favorites at Rosie’s include the the shrimp & grits, salmon croquettes and perch po’ boy.

    Soul Vegetarian

    879 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

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    One of the West End’s most famous restaurants, Soul Vegetarian is just what the name implies, vegetarian, but don’t get it twisted. This is some of the best whole food in the  city. Fave joints include the Garvey Burger, made from seasoned wheat gluten topped with special “Mierah” mushroom and onion sauce.

    Sublime Doughnuts

    535 10th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 (404) 897-1801

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    2566 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30329 (404) 315-6899

    If you’ve got a sweet tooth, Sublime Doughnuts has become the perfect place. With two locations in Atlanta, Sublime has become quite popular with celebrities and politicians. Owner Kamal Grant comes with big credentials. In 2004, he graduated from the Culinary Institute of America.

    Since then he’s given Atlantans a sugar rush with such favorites as Fresh Strawberry N Cream, Orange Star, Dirty D, A-Town Cream and Smores doughnuts.

    Suite Food Lounge

    375 Luckie St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

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    Sure this place is a nightclub with a private rooftop and dance floor, but it has a serious full-scale kitchen. it is named Suite Food Lounge after all. Since 2013, sibling owners Terry Clark and Tory Thomas have made Suite Food Lounge a top and happening spot for Atlanta events.

    What’s on the menu at Suite Food Lounge? How about Smoked Gouda Shrimp & Grits, Whole Red Snapper and Fried Airline Chicken, to name a few dishes.

    Tassili’s Raw Reality Café

     1059 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30310

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    In southwest Atlanta, Tassili’s Raw Reality Café is a healthy food option in a sea of bad choices and junk food. Owned by Master Raw Chef Tassili Ma’at, this eatery subscribes to a dining experience full of nutrient-rich delectables that give your body life. Come for the food, stay for the Egyptian Yoga classes.

    On the menu you’ll find “That Ish Wrap,” and some of the most beautiful and artfully crafted veggie wraps around.

    The Breakfast Boys

     3387 Main St, Atlanta, GA 30337 | (470) 312-2108

    The Breakfast Boys opens in College Park, Georgia Lonzo Wyche pictured with celebrity Rolonda Rochelle at The Breakfast Boys. Source: Instagram[/caption]

    Atlanta restaurateur Lorenzo Wyche recently opened The Breakfast Boys, an all-day breakfast spot in College Park. The eatery is a partnership between Wyche and the proprietors of Virgil’s Gullah Kitchen, Juan and Gee Smalls.

    Here’s what one customer says about The Breakfast Boys:”My experience here was great with TESHA as my server. The general manager was helpful and very accommodating as well. The food and ambiance here are amazing and I am happy to be spending my money with this brand new black owned business! The brunch food was so [good]. I had the catfish, shrimp and grits that has chicken sausage in it too! I will definitely be back again and again!”

    The Consulate

    10 10th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30309

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    Interior designer Douglas Hines and his wife Mei Lin, a chef with global influences, teamed up to open The Consulate in 2016 in Midtown. Before that, the Atlanta power couple opened Honey Bubble Tea in Poncey-Highland.

    If you want to experience different cultures through food, this couple has you covered. They plan to open as many as eight restaurants across the city.

    The Corner Grille

     3823 Main St, College Park, GA 30337 | (404) 767-1135

    2341 Marietta Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 891-5159

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    Located on College Park’s main street, The Corner Grille is a welcome respite to airport travelers and locals looking for some casual American food. But the eatery with the handsome brick exterior also features some Cajun-inspired dishes. It’s clearly evident that owners Julian and Annette have some Louisiana in their background!
    What’s on the menu at The Corner Grille in College Park? Try the Seafood Gumbo, Cajun Pasta and for sweets, the Beignets are excellent.
     

    Triple Jays Pizza

    1020 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (678) 712-8400

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    Here’s what one reviewer says about Triple Jays Pizza: “Everything was great! The Detroit style deep dish pepperoni pizza was literally the best pizza I’ve ever eaten. Really good wings too! Friendly staff and a fun environment! Can’t wait to sit outside this spring! There is even a fire place!”

    Two Dough Girls

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    Two Dough Girls is a baked-to-order bakery based in Atlanta. All you have to do is have a craving and place your minimum $30 order. You can get many kinds of desserts and even some vegan versions.

    You can find Two Dough Girls goods at Just Add Honey (209 Edgewood Ave and 684 John Wesley Dobbs) and Cafe CAFÉ Ulu at  2036 Sylvan Rd (Sylvan Plaza) Atlanta 30310.

    Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours

    1133 Huff Rd NW #D, Atlanta, GA 30318

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    This relatively new eatery has quickly stolen the hearts of soul food lovers in the city. Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours is run by Executive Chef and Owner Deborah VanTrece has become a culinary force in Atlanta. She also runs her own catering company Catering by VanTrece. Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours has become known as an eatery that offers creative versions of Southern classics such as Jack Daniels Pecan Honey Chicken Wings and Sweet Tea Baby Back Ribs. Their Blue Plate Specials are great.

    The Spice House

    2247 Cascade Road SW, Atlanta, 470-575-5999

    375 14th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 289-0116

    2591 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30324 | (404) 343-0086

    The Spice House has the best jerk chicken in Atlanta

    The Spice House is a Caribbean-inspired restaurant owned by chef Leno Joseph. The Haitian eatery is located in one of the most visible area’s of Cascade.  saw the need to do the exact same thing in the restaurant business.

    Top menu items include Caribbean crab cakes, turkey in Creole sauce and Jerk stuffed burgers.

    The Slutty Vegan

    Westview 1542 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW. Atlanta, GA 30310.
    Old Fourth Ward 76 Edgewood Ave SE. Atlanta, GA 30312
    Clayton County 164 N McDonough St. Jonesboro, GA 30236.
    Gwinnett County 2131 Pleasant Hill Road Duluth, Ga. 30096
    Athens-Clarke County 700 Baxter Ste. 800, Athens, Ga. 30605
    Georgia Tech 351 Ferst Dr. NW Atlanta, Ga. 30313

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    Who says meat-based restaurants have all the fun? The Slutty Vegan restaurant, originally a food truck, had its grand opening for its brick-and-mortar location on Sunday, January 13, 2019 in Atlanta. Since then it’s been packing in the customers. See what’s on the menu & more.

    This Is It! BBQ & Seafood

    3430 Creek Pointe Ave, East Point, GA 30344

    3620 Camp Creek Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30331

    6045 Old National Hwy, College Park, GA 30349

    2776 Cumberland Blvd SE, Smyrna, GA 30080

    4065 Memorial Dr, Decatur, GA 30032

     1497 Mt Zion Rd, Morrow, GA 30260

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    This is It is the quintessential soul food joint in the heart of the South. Began by Butch Anthony and family, This Is It boasts a decades long tradition secured by a tight family, This Is It has expanded throughout metro Atlanta to become the premiere soul food brand in Georgia. If you’re in the mood for neck bones, this are the best in the country, bar none.

    Tom, Dick & Hank

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    3807 East Main Street, College Park, GA 30337

    191 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW, Atlanta, GA 30312

    Hank Johnson is the proprietor of Tom, Dick & Hank, a fusion barbecue joint that has commandeered area taste buds near its original location on Ralph David Abernathy across from Georgia State University Stadium. A second location in College Park is sure to elicit the same feelings.

    Top dishes at Tom, Dick & Hank include Beef Brisket Sandwich, BBQ dry rubbed wings and fried whiting.

    Urban Grind Coffeehouse

    962 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318

    best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta, Urban Grind

    Urban Grind is not just a hip Atlanta coffeehouse, they’re doing it for the culture. This West Midtown coffee shop regularly hosts  film screenings, poetry slams & other arty events. Of course, you get killer coffee, desserts and free Wi-Fi.

    Virgil’s Gullah Kitchen & Bar

    3721 Main St, College Park, GA 30337 | (404) 228-4897

    822 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 | (404) 228-4897

    Virgil's Gullah Kitchen is one of the best black restaurants in Atlanta

    Virgil’s is on the main strip of College Park, where you can get authentic Gullah-inspired seafood dishes and desserts.

    Walter’s Soul Food Cafe

    394 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315  (404) 761-0001

    best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta, Walter's Soul Food Cafe

    This small restaurant is big on soul food and hospitality, but all of southwest Atlanta already know that. If you want fried chicken, collard greens and turnips, cornbread and the rest of the fixin’s, they give you a generous helping.

    What’s on the menu at Walter’s Soul Food Cafe? Pork chops, brisket, Salisbury steak and more.

    Who’s Got Soul Southern Cafe

    3818 Covington Hwy, Decatur, GA 30032 | (404) 289-0116

    1098 Herrington Rd #1098, Lawrenceville, GA 30044 |  (770) 995-6544

    Who's Got Soul Southern restaurant

    Here’s what one reviewer says about Who’s Got Soul Southern Cafe: “My favorite soul food spot thus far in the area. Great prices and the food is always insanely good. The lines are long (sometimes) but that’s a good sign of course. I always get the oxtails and bbq rib tips. My favorite sides are the macaroni and cheese, collards, yams, and potato salad. Oh, the turkey wings and pork chops smothered in gravy is good as well. The peach punch is also pretty good and not too sweet. It’s also, my parents favorite go to when they are in town. I highly recommend…keep on keeping on!”

    The southwest Atlanta restaurant’s menu includes The 640, which is two waffle cones, your choice of meat, veggie patty and eggs. Another fave is West Endians, grilled flat bread, shredded Cajun turkey, Chipotle Spread, tomato, spinach and purple onion.

    656 Sports Bar & Grille

    656 Pryor St SW, Atlanta, GA 30312

    best black-owned restaurants in Atlanta - 656 Sports Bar & Grille

    656 Sports Bar and Grille is situated in a prime spot for incoming traffic to downtown Atlanta. It’s also a great place to watch the game. 656 Sports Bar and Grille is located in downtown Atlanta, minutes from Georgia State University Stadium.

    Here’s what one reviewer says about 656 Sports Bar & Grille: “My waitress Augustina had great customer service. Had some good hookah. The nachos were pretty good. Menu was diverse and ambiance was pretty decent for a sports bar. Chill spot overall. Would definitely attend again.”

    Next: Best Black-Owned Coffee Shops In Atlanta

    If you want to expand your palate a bit, check out our guide to the best new Atlanta restaurants to try in 2019. Bon apetit!

    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.

     
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  • best chicken and waffles in Atlanta

    The Best Places For Chicken And Waffles In Atlanta

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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

    best chicken and waffles in Atlanta

    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) 996-6159
     
    Chicken and Waffles at BQE
    Here’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) 209-3905
    Chicken+Beer has best chicken and waffles in Atlanta
     
    Tucked 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

    best chicken and waffles in Atlanta

    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

    Harold's Chicken and Waffles in Atllanta has some of the best food in the city and is black-owned

    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 has some of the best chicken and waffles in Atlanta.

    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 has the best chicken and waffles in Atlanta

    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 Chicken and Waffles opens in College Park, Georgia

    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

    Soul Food and Culture's famous collard green waffle

    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

    best chicken and waffles in Atlanta

    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.

    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.

     
    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.
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  • Nina And Rafi Review: Delicious And Hearty PIzzas In Midtown

    Nina And Rafi Review: Delicious And Hearty PIzzas In Midtown

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    I tried to eat a whole pizza at Nina and Rafi. I could not do it, but I tried.

    The new Atlanta restaurant, opened just off the new section of the Atlanta Beltline, is slowing gaining momentum as a dining favorite in Midtown.

    Nina and Rafi Is One Of the Best Pizza Joints In Midtown Atlanta

    First off, Nina and Rafi’s design is a little different. Unlike many restaurants that have a front and back, typically facing the Beltine, this Atlanta restaurant’s front door is facing the Eastside trail of the Beltine.

    Once you approach the eatery, you walk past a gorgeous patio and enter through the front door. Once you get inside, the hardwood floor has a warm brown oakish quality that makes you feel at home, or at least, invited.

    The restaurant is named for Streck and Spina’s grandmothers Nina and Rafi – and their upbringings in New Jersey and New York. Both were raised eating grandma-style pies in their family pizzerias. Spina was schooled in the art of crafting Jersey-style pizza side-by-side with his uncle in Red Bank, New Jersey.

    Nina and Rafi review: new Atlanta restaurants
    Photo credit: CJ Johnson

    What’s On Nina And Rafi’s Menu?

    The menu has a Classic Pies section that has faves like Cheese PIe, White Pie and Old Fashion. There’s also a Build-Your-Own Pie item.

    Many of the pizzas at Nina and Rafi are Detroit-style pies. That means they are thicker than usual and have more dough.

    Local restaraunt maestros Billy Streck and Anthony Spina named the new spot after their grandmothers – Nina and Rafi – and their upbringings in New Jersey and New York. Both were raised eating grandma-style pies in their family pizzerias. Spina was schooled in the art of crafting Jersey-style pizza side-by-side with his uncle in Red Bank, New Jersey.

    I tried the Spicy Round pizza, which comes with super margherita and hand-sliced pepperoni, meatballs, ricotta and spicy calabrian chili.

    I originally wanted just a slice, but Nina and Rafi doesn’t sell pizza by the slice during dinner time. If that’s what you want, you need to come for lunch time.

    The Spicy Round pizza was simply delicious. I got a large (18 inches) because it was only a few dollars more than the 12 inch.

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    Does Nina and Rafi have anything other than pizza on the menu?

    Nina and Rafi doesn’t just have pizzas. The menu has some salad options that are just as delicious.  The Pizzeria Salad has green leaf lettuce, red onion, olives, chickpeas and more. The Panzanella Salad has sliced tomotoes, fresh mozzarella, red onion and house vinaigrette.

    There’s also a great Caprese and Caesar Salad with romaine, croutons and parmigiano reggiano.

    Where Is Nina And Rafi Located?

    Nina and Rafi is located on the Beltline at 661 Auburn Ave NE STE 220, Atlanta, GA 30312. Here’s a map to help you find it.

    Last Words

    The Atlanta Beltline has several places for you to park if you want to visit a restaurant or go walking. Nina and Rafi is one of the best eateries along the Beltline, by the way.

    If you’re trying to go to Ponce City Market,  you can park in the parking lot on North Avenue. It costs $1 for self-parking up to 30 minutes and $1 for each hour after that.

    The Eastside Trail also has parking in Old Fourth Ward.

    The best restaurants on the Beltline all have excellent customer service and food. What separates them from many of the other spots is that they’re on the urban playground called the Beltline.

    But 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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  • Pancake Social Opening In Ponce City Market 'In The Coming Weeks' - Pancake Social opening at Ponce City Market - here's the menu

    Pancake Social Opening In Ponce City Market On March 25

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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.”

    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.

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  • Bar.bacoa Opening In Atlanta's Virginia-Highland Area

    Bar.bacoa Opening In Atlanta’s Virginia-Highland Area

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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?

    Bar.bacoa Opening In Atlanta's Virginia-Highland Area

    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

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    First Look: City Tap Kitchen & Craft In Midtown Atlanta

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    City Tap Kitchen & Craft, one of the new Atlanta restaurants AtlantaFi.com told you about, opened on Super Bowl Sunday and is now serving.

    The much-anticipated gastropub at Midtown at 848 Peachtreet St NE is located in the former space of Gordon Biersch, which closed in 2017.

    Now serving: City Tap brewery in Midtown Atlanta

    City Tap is a national brand that sprang up in Philadelphia in 2010. Today City Tap has breweries in Philadelphia’s University City and Logan Square, Washington, D.C.’s Penn Quarter and Dupont developments, Boston’s Fort Point and Nashville’s Sobro location.

    “To properly represent the evolution of craft beer, we use our taps to show just how diverse craft beer can be, highlighting strong local brews, celebrating the success of long-standing regional partners, and enjoying centuries-old European traditions as well,”  it says on City Tap’s website.

    What’s on the menu at City Tap?

    City Tap’s dinner menu has such delights as Wood-Fired Pizzas; Rabbit Pot Pie, made with braised rabbit, bacon, and vegetable stew baked in puff pastry; Grilled 14oz. Ribeye Frites, served with creamed collard greens and fingerling potatoes; and Goat Cheese & Apple Ravioli, served with pepperoncini. (See below for pictures of menu items).

    City Tap Atlanta is spread out across 10,000 square feet of restaurant space with a covered patio, an expansive mezzanine with a full bar and two private dining spaces, and first-floor dining with seating for over 100.

    Where is City Tap located in Atlanta?

    City Tap is in Midtown Atlanta. The restaurant is located at 848 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, Ga. 30308. Here is a map to help you get there.

     

    What are City Tap’s hours?

    City Tap is open from 3 p.m. to midnight Monday through Thursday, 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sundays. Lunch and brunch service are to follow in the coming months.

    In addition to the new Atlanta location, a City Tap Kitchen & Craft is also slated for Chicago’s Fulton district in 2019.

    Read more: The essential bars in Little 5 Points

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  • New Atlanta Restaurant Lazy Betty Opening In Candler Park

    New Atlanta Restaurant Lazy Betty Opens In Candler Park

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    A new Atlanta restaurant has opened in the Candler Park neighborhood. Lazy Betty, a modern eatery from Executive Chef/Partner Ron Hsu and Chef de Cuisine/Partner Aaron Phillips, opened its doors on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019.

    Lazy Betty is located on Dekalb Ave in the space formerly occupied by Radial Cafe. Lazy Betty is currently set up to offer a select number of patrons exclusivity by serving a la carte dining options for walk-in guests and two tasting menu options, available for reservations only.

    Opening in Candler Park: New Atlanta restaurant Lazy Betty

    Lazy Betty will offer two different tasting menus –– one of them will be the seven-course Lazy Betty Tasting Menu and the other will be a 10-course Chef’s Tasting Menu, available at the chef counter.

    After hosting preview supper club dinners last year and working to conceptualize our space, we are excited to open our doors and get cooking,” says Ron Hsu. “Lazy Betty has a great team, and we are proud to offer something new and special in Atlanta.”

    What’s on the menu on Lazy Betty?

    new atlanta restaurant Lazy Betty opens

    Delightful dishes on the opening tasting menus include Charred Spanish Octopus with fermented black bean and Pearson peaches; “Steak and Eggs” with wasabi and ponzu-scented jus; Cauliflower “Bone Marrow” with onion marmalade; and Foie Gras with “preserved” gooseberries and petite salad. Tasting menu reservations can be made in advance through Resy.

    Where is Lazy Betty located?

    Lazy Betty is located at 1530 Dekalb Ave. NE, Atlanta, Ga 30307. Here is a map to help you find it.

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  • NaanStop Opens in Atlantic Station In Midtown Atlanta

    NaanStop Opens in Atlantic Station In Midtown Atlanta

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    NaanStop has opened at Atlantic Station in Midtown Atlanta. The new Atlanta restaurant specializing in fresh Indian food is expanding in its hometown.

    NaanStop was started by Neal and Samir Idnani, two metro Atlanta brothers. The concept actually owes much of its beginnings to Los Angeles. That’s where the brothers opened a food truck in January 2011 in order to learn the restaurant business and what it takes to serve people on a daily basis.

    NaanStop opens Atlantic Station location in Midtown

    At Atlantic Station, NaanStop takes over in the space formerly occupied by Tin Drum Asian Kitchen near the escalator.

    Favorite menu items at NaanStop include Chicken Tikka Masala, Kabob, Chola and Punjabi Dal.

    NaanStop is a fast-casual Indian restaurant with the goal of turning Indian cuisine into everyday fare at your kitchen table.

    Where is NaanStop located in Atlanta?

    NaanStop is located at the following locations around Atlanta:

    NaanStop downtown:

    64 Broad St NW
    Atlanta, GA 30303

    NaanStop Buckhead

    3420 Piedmont Rd NE
    Atlanta, GA 30305

    NaanStop Atlantic Station

    265 18th St NW #4110, Atlanta, GA 30363

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