Best food deals and events around Atlanta: Pappadeaux?셲 seafood specials, Pride brunch, more
Dive into seafood deals during Pappadeux’s anniversary celebration. Photo credit: Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen.
First Look: Chef Angus Brown is in the kitchen at 8ARM in Poncey-Highland
Grilled mackerel with tomato, cucumber, red onion and herbs. (styling by Chef Angus Brown ) (Photography by Renee Brock/Special) Chefs Angus Brown and Nhan Le built a reputation for edgy sophisticated cooking at Octopus Bar, their East Atlanta Village after-hours sensation.
Stock Up: 3 products for Atlanta food lovers
French tea towels, local pickled okra and beer-inspired chocolate ice cream – here’s what we’re stocking up on this week.
Figo Pasta in Sandy Springs closed
There’s now one less Figo Pasta in metro Atlanta. The local chain sold its Sandy Springs location at 1140 Hammond Dr.
Seven Hens chicken schnitzel spots in Decatur, Sandy Springs closing to make way for new restaurants
The interior of Seven Hens. / Photo courtesy of Schumacher Group Chicken schnitzel concept Seven Hens, which opened its first location in Decatur in 2012, will vacate both that location and a second in Sandy Springs to make way for new eateries.
Try these 3 new spots to get frozen treats in metro Atlanta
The Kremo Bun at Kremo Ice Cream in Duluth. Just because the air is starting to get cooler — just a bit — doesn’t mean there isn’t plenty of time to enjoy a sweet frozen treat.
Celebrate National Coffee Day in Atlanta
Happy National Coffee Day! For us, every day is coffee day, but it’s nice to have one specific day to celebrate all things caffeine: What are the some of the best places to drink coffee in Atlanta?
The ceviche at this Buford Highway restaurant will leave you smiling
DISH OF THE WEEK: Tostada de ceviche at De…Mar Cevicheria Plaza Fiesta, a strip mall on Buford Highway near the intersection of Clairmont Road, is such a happy place.
Smoke + Duck Sauce a new spot for Asian barbecue in Cobb County
A new spot for Asian barbecue is open in Cobb County, courtesy of a veteran Atlanta restaurateur. Smoke + Duck Sauce, the brainchild of Gary Lin, who owns Chow Bing in Buckhead, opened today at 2014 Powers Ferry Road, Ste.
Bell Street Burritos open at Stove Works in Inman Park
There’s a new place for you to get your burrito fix just steps from the Eastside Beltline trail.
First Look: Chef Ron Eyester returns to the kitchen with Southern Bistro
Southern Bistro three salad plate with egg, chicken and tuna salad, baby mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers and radishes.
Healthy eating cafe Sublime Tree opening in Roswell tomorrow
A new North Fulton spot will make it easier to get your greens, starting tomorrow. Sublime Tree is set to open at 7 a.
Atlanta dining deal: 25-cent wings at Smokebelly BBQ
Get 25-cent wings on Mondays at Smokebelly BBQ. Photo credit: Sara Hanna Photography. Sometimes, it’s perfectly okay to wing it.
These are the MARTA stations where you can shop for fresh produce, including one new stop
A MARTA station might not be the first place you’d think of to stock up on produce for the week, but the Fresh MARTA Market initiative is making it easy for commuters — especially those living in lower income areas — to keep their diet healthy.
Another ethnic restaurant joins international dining scene on Buford Highway
Another ethnic restaurant is opening on Buford Highway. Big Wong BBQ & Grill will open at 5000 Buford Highway in Chamblee, occupying space in the same building as City Farmers Market.
Which Atlanta restaurant was named one of ?쁳he greatest restaurants around the globe??
Two Georgia restaurants — one in Atlanta and one in Athens — have been named to Conde Nast Traveler’s list of “greatest restaurants around the globe.
Find out which new restaurants are coming to Phipps Plaza
Fried goat cheese with honey and black pepper at Ecco. / AJC file photo Buckhead shopping center Phipps Plaza is adding several new spots to chow down as part of its multi-phase transformation.
6 places to celebrate Oktoberfest in Atlanta
Break out your Lederhosen and make room for beer and brats — it’s Oktoberfest time! Here are a few spots to celebrate: Der Biergarten The downtown German restaurant is hosting a “Munich on Marietta” event featuring 18 different German draft beers, bratwurst and live music from Trans Am Euro Mutts.
Get ready for the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck to hit Atlanta
You can say “hello” to Hello Kitty — or at least to food made in her likeness — in Atlanta next weekend.
Best of OTP Dining: Five Reasons to Check Out Atlantic Seafood Company
Prawn tempura at Atlantic Seafood Company / Photo by Tori Allen PR No need to visit the coast to feast on a fresh catch of the day—in fact, you need only drive over to Atlantic Seafood Company in Alpharetta.
Beer Town: Steinbeck?셲 celebrates a decade of diverse food and beer
Chef Andy Gonzales at Steinbeck’s Ale House in Oakhurst. PHOTO CREDIT: Mia Yakel. It may sound too obvious, but my favorite place to drink beer is at a bar.
Ownership changes at Common Quarter restaurant in Marietta
Common Quarter partner and GM Chris Talley is leaving the East Cobb restaurant / Photo by Greg Dupree Common Quarter has announced a change in ownership.
Atlanta dining deal: $1 oysters at Drift in East Cobb
Step right up and get your oysters for $1 at Drift in East Cobb. Photo credit: Melissa Libby & Associates.
Dish of the week: The Vegetable Plate at Miller Union
Miller Union Vegetable Plate. Credit: Renee Brock Dish of the week: The Vegetable Plate at Miller Union At Miller Union, chef-owner Steven Satterfield tweaks Southern traditions with sophisticated, seasonal twists.
Rize to bring new pizza concept to Poncey-Highland
Get ready to “rize” up for a new spot for pizza in Atlanta. Rize Artisan Pizza + Salads is set to open in the new mixed-use development at 675 N.
Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q?셲 ?쏲ue-osk??opening Oct. 3
Credit: Fox Bros. Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q’s “Que-osk,” the standalone barbecue kiosk announced in March, will officially open its doors at Armour Yards campus on Oct.
Judges voted this Atlanta chef?셲 shrimp and grits the best in Georgia
An Atlanta chef beat out competitors from across the state to take the title of “Georgia’s Best Shrimp & Grits” over the weekend at the Jekyll Island Shrimp & Grits Festival.
Best food and dining deals around Atlanta: Atlanta Wing Fest, Cobb Restaurant Week, more
Fly over to the inaugural Springer Mountain Farms Atlanta Wing Fest this week. Photo credit: Melissa Libby & Associates.
First Look: Char Korean Bar & Grill in Inman Quarter
When Char Korean Bar & Grill opened for dinner last week at Inman Quarter in Inman Park, the liquor license still hadn’t been approved.
Manuel?셲 full menu is back, lunch and brunch service soon
The Manuel’s Loaded Dogzilla features a half-pound all-beef hot dog topped with chili, cheese, kraut, onion, relish and slaw.
Vote: Which favorite cheese will you add to your burger for National Cheeseburger Day?
Grindhouse Dixie Style burger with pimento cheese, fried green tomato, Carolina cole slaw, chipotle ranch, plus.
Jefe?셲 Tacos & Tequila opening Friday, Tin Can Oyster Bar now open at Town Brookhaven
A new Mexican restaurant from the team behind popular Brookhaven restaurant Kaleidescope is set to open its doors this Friday, and another recently opened for business.
East Pole Coffee Co. coming to Armour Yards in Atlanta
You can already get hydrated in the form of beer and spirits at Armour Yards, and pretty soon you’ll be able to get caffeinated, too.
Best food and dining deals around Atlanta: $5 drinks, unlimited pasta, free queso, more
Pull up a seat and enjoy drink specials on Wednesday at The Southern Gentleman. Photo credit: Melissa Libby & Associates.
First Look: Star power at Two Birds Taphouse in Marietta
Pork loin schnitzel with “quickled” peaches and strawberries, jalapeno, charred sweet onion, peanuts, herbs and Gouda fonduta.
Former Stone brewmaster Mitch Steele opening new brewery on the Beltline
Mitch Steele. Credit: Stone Brewing Co. In June, brewmaster Mitch Steele announced that he was leaving Stone Brewing, the iconic craft beer company headquartered in Escondido, California, to open a brewery of his own.
Buy This: Adult gummy bears and other products for Atlanta food lovers
Stock Up: 3 products for Atlanta food lovers From fiery handmade jerky to a zinger of a ginger snack, here is what we’re filling our shopping cart with right now.
Last call for Ticonderoga Club Spiedie, but new cocktails today
The TC Spiedie. Credit: Bart Sasso. Only a couple hours left to get a Spiedie. Following lunch service today, the Ticonderoga Club’s Atlanta-by-way-of-Binghamton grilled chicken sandwich will go on indefinite hiatus and the Krog Street Market restaurant will no longer be open for lunch during the week.
Sukoshi coming soon to Colony Square in Midtown
Credit: O-Ku Atlanta The culinary team behind the popular O-Ku Atlanta has a developed new concept called Sukoshi, a long-term sushi pop-up concept, set to open at 1197 Peachtree Street N.
Four things to order at Vingenzo?셲 in Woodstock
You might not think to head to Woodstock, Ga. for dinner, but Vingenzo’s gives you plenty of reason to trek to this small historic downtown area in Cherokee County.
Which chef will represent Atlanta at the Jekyll Island Shrimp & Grits Festival?셲 cooking competition?
A chef from a popular Atlanta restaurant will represent the city in the first Professional Cooking Competition at the Jekyll Island Shrimp & Grits Festival.
Make a meal of veggies at this new Sandy Springs restaurant
Venerated Veggie Bowl at Honey Tupelo Cafe / Photo: Phase 3 Marketing & Communications Dish of the Week: Venerated Veggie Bowl at Tupelo Honey Cafe The South is known for meat-and-three joints, but when we’re not in the mood for fried chicken or smothered steak, it’s getting easier all the time to fill up on vegetables.
Former American Food & Beverage chef Jeremy Miller lands job in Augusta
Chef Jeremy Miller. Photography by Mei-Chun Jau. Chef Jeremy Miller has waved goodbye to Atlanta. Last week, Miller began working as executive chef at Champions Retreat Golf Club near Augusta, Ga.
Yumbii to open in South Buckhead next month
Yumbii, the popular Asian-Mexican fusion truck, will open its first brick-and-mortar location — named Yumbii Taco Shop — next month at 1927 Peachtree Road NE in South Buckhead in Brookwood Village.
A lowcountry boil and the other best Atlanta food events of the week
Lunch special. Family-style party for 300 guest and favorite chefs. Lowcountry boil. There’s lots of food and fun happening around town beginning today thru Sunday.
Atlanta Dining Deal: Get a free frappe today from this popular chain restaurant
Drink up! Get a free frappe today at Dairy Queen. Photo credit: Pierson Grant Public Relations. In case you need a pick-me-up after all your holiday weekend revelry, here’s an opportunity to kick back with a free cool drink.
Soccer pub opening in Brookhaven and other dining and food news from the week
Openings, closing and news Tavola in East Cobb closing to make way for Egg Harbor Cafe AG reopened at the Ritz-Carlton Atlanta New executive chef named at One Flew South in Hartsfield-Jackson Soccer-focused sports bar FC Hudson to open in Brookhaven 8ARM now open in Poncey-Highland Truman Tavern opening Wednesday in Decatur First it was Cafe 640, then it was Cafe Highlands, now it’s Tierras Alto.
Tavola in East Cobb closing to make way for Egg Harbor Cafe
An Italian restaurant in Marietta is closing to make way for metro Atlanta’s fourth Egg Harbor Cafe.
AG reopened at the Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta
Enchanted Springs trout at AG. Credit: The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta. Dubbed “a modern steakhouse experience with Southern hospitality in a traditional yet contemporary restaurant,” AG has reopened for breakfast, lunch and dinner on the second floor of the Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta.
Remember this restaurant?: Mumbo Jumbo in downtown Atlanta
Mumbo Jumbo Bar and Grill / AJC file photo Before Shaun Doty started the popular local chains Bantam + Biddy and YEAH!
Double Zero opening Sept. 6 in Emory Village
After recently closing its Sandy Springs location, Castellucci Hospitality Group is set to reopen Double Zero in its new Emory Village location on Sept.
Truman Tavern & Bar opening Wednesday in Decatur
Raising the sign at Truman Tavern & Bar on East Court Square in Decatur. Credit: Truman Tavern. Truman Tavern & Bar is set to open for dinner Wednesday in the the former Colbeh Persian Kitchen & Bar on Decatur Square.
Check out the tortas at this tiny Atlanta taqueria
Dish of the Week: Torta de Chorizo at Carniceria Ramirez Carniceria Ramirez is a tiny market and taqueria that serves many purposes.
Soccer-focused sports bar Hudson FC to open in Brookhaven
Soccer is having a moment in Atlanta. MLS team Atlanta United FC will debut at the new Mercedez-Benz Stadium in 2017, and this fall, Brookhaven will get its own soccer and international sports pub.
8ARM restaurant and coffee shop to open tomorrow in Virginia-Highland
The team behind the acclaimed (but now shuttered) Lusca and Octopus Bar are about to open their third venture.
Stock up: 3 food and kitchen gifts from Atlanta
Whether you’re looking to support local food producers or give a gift that expresses your enthusiasm for Atlanta, these three products fit the bill.
Atlanta dining deal: $29.95 lobster dinner at Ray?셲 Restaurants
Get a pound-plus Maine lobster with a side and more at Ray’s Restaurants. Photo credit: Melissa Libby & Associates.
Mellow Mushroom coming back to Decatur and other Atlanta food and dining news from the week
In case you missed it, here’s what happened in the Atlanta food and dining scene this week: Openings and closings King of Pops opening mini farmers market at Ponce City Market Mellow Mushroom coming back to Decatur this year Flatlands Bourbon and Bayou in Alpharetta to celebrate grand opening this weekend Piatto Fresh Kitchen now open in Duluth Rocket Fizz set to open this weekend in Decatur Grabbagreen coming to Atlanta Bo Bo Garden 2 now open in Duluth Gladys Knight’s Chicken and Waffles in Lithonia closed Wine & Beer Orange wine?
King of Pops opening mini farmers market at Ponce City Market
King of Pops has the Atlanta frozen pops market cornered, and now its trying to connect customers with some of their other favorite local products.
Eat pasta, pizza to contribute to Italian earthquake relief this weekend
If you’ve been following the devastation following a deadly earthquake earlier this week in Italy, there’s a way you can help this weekend while also getting your Italian food fix.
Flatlands Bourbon and Bayou in Alpharetta to celebrate grand opening this weekend
A slice of the bayou is celebrating its grand opening in Alpharetta this weekend. Flatlands Bourbon and Bayou has been in soft open mode since the beginning of August at 52B N.
Atlanta dining deal: Discounted dining at Rathbun restaurants
This family of steakhouses gives guests something to sink their teeth into. Rathbun’s, Kevin Rathbun Steak and KR SteakBar are showing customers some love during the annual guest appreciation week.
Rocket Fizz set to open in Decatur this weekend
Rocket Fizz is opening in Decatur this weekend. After finding success with its Marietta Square location, soda pop and candy shop Rocket Fizz is set to open in Decatur this weekend.
Grabbagreen coming to Atlanta
Photo courtesy of Grabbagreen Atlanta will soon get another option for healthy eating. Fast-casual concept Grabbagreen will enter the Atlanta market with locations in Midtown, Buckhead and Perimeter over the next two years, with the first slated to open at the beginning of 2017.
Atlanta dining deal: Tapas on the Terrace at St. Regis Atlanta
Head outside for food and drinks during a special Wednesday event at the St. Regis Atlanta. Photo credit: Glodow Nead Communications.
Where to find flitters (not fritters) in Atlanta
Pearl’s Flitters at Ticonderoga Club at Krog Street Market. Credit Bart Sasso. At Ticonderoga Club at Krog Street Market, chef David Bies features dishes influenced by his travels in Asia and time living in Central America.
Mellow Mushroom coming back to Decatur this year
The Gourmet White Pizza Mellow Mushroom. / AJC file photo An old favorite is coming to downtown Decatur.
Hugh Acheson joins Punch Bowl Social as ?쁟ulinary partner??
Hugh Acheson Hugh Acheson — the man behind Empire State South in Midtown, 5 & 10 and The National in Athens and The Florence in Savannah — is adding another job to his already long resume.
Ale Yeah sells more than beer. Here?셲 what to buy.
Move over, potato chips. We’re pigging out to Pork Clouds, sold at Ale Yeah Craft Beer Market.
Former One Flew South chef Duane Nutter reveals his plans and other Atlanta food and restaurant news from this week
Chef Duane Nutter. Photo by Heidi Geldhauser. In case you missed it, here’s what happened in the Atlanta food and dining scene this week: Openings Margaritaville could be headed to downtown Atlanta MiDiCi – The Neapolitan Pizza Company coming to Midtown; more metro Atlanta locations planned Latin American-Indian fusion restaurant Affairs opens in Alpharetta Butcher & Brew opening in Alpharetta Aug.
Jimmy Buffett?셲 Margaritaville could be headed to downtown Atlanta
The owners of SkyView Atlanta are working to bring Margaritaville to downtown Atlanta. / JOHN SPINK /JSPINK@AJC.
MiDiCi ??The Neapolitan Pizza Company to open location in Midtown; more locations planned in metro Atlanta
Midici – The Neapolitan Pizza Company / Photo: Facebook By the end of the year, Midtown will have a new option for pizza.
Atlanta dining deal: Sunday Suppers at Southern Art
Dinner is served family-style on Sundays at Southern Art. Photo credit: Phase 3 Marketing and Communications.
Rising Son in Avondale Estates opens for dinner service tonight
Kathryn Fitzgerald Rouse jokes with husband Hudson in front of the couple’s restaurant, Rising Son, in Avondale Estates.
Atlanta drink deal: Taste of the Cape at Cape Dutch
Sip and taste hump day away with Taste of the Cape. Photo credit: Phase 3 Marketing and Communications.
Here?셲 where to find chocolate slushies in Atlanta
Atlanta chocolatier Xocolatl recently debuted frozen drinking chocolate, a chocolate slushie made with small- batch chocolate and coconut milk.
Buy this: Georgia cheese, fruit vinegar and a crafty pepper grinder
Condor’s Ruin, an award-winning sheep’s cheese from Georgia farmstead Many Fold Farm. Photo: Anthony-Masterson Stock Up: 3 food and drink picks for Atlanta shoppers Georgia sheep’s cheese Looking for something to pair with that glass of cooling rose wine?
Lolli & Pops candy store opens first Georgia location
Perimeter Mall just got a little sweeter. San Francisco-based confectioner Lolli & Pops has opened its first Georgia location in the mall.
Poll results: What?셲 your favorite eatery at Ponce City Market?
With almost 30 to choose from, what’s your favorite eatery? Photo credit: Ponce City Market. According to the recent poll “What is your favorite eatery at Ponce City Market?
Poll results: What?셲 your favorite eatery at Ponce City Market?
With almost 30 to choose from, what’s your favorite eatery? Photo credit: Ponce City Market. According to the recent poll “What is your favorite eatery at Ponce City Market?
Atlanta dining deal: Free egg sandwiches at Einstein Bros.
Try the new Farmhouse sandwich for free and simulatneously help a child eat. Photo credit: Einstein Bagels.
Get some of the best bottles of wine at drastically lower prices at this Atlanta restaurant
Photo courtesy of Vine & Tap Restaurant patrons are accustomed to paying more for the same bottle of wine sold at liquor stores or wine shops, but when that bottle is priced as much as four or five times the retail price, the vino may sit in the cellar collecting dust for a very long time.
Louisiana Bistreaux set to open in Decatur this month
Photo courtesy of Louisiana Bistreaux. A taste of Cajun country is coming to Decatur. Louisiana Bistreaux, which has an existing location at 1375 Virginia Ave.
Doughnut shop Bon Glaze opening Buckhead location this weekend
Bon Glaze key lime doughnuts made with key lime cream cheese filling, graham crackers and velvet whipped topping.
Atlanta drink deal: Yoga and beer for $20 at Second Self Beer Company
In good company: yoga and beer this Sunday. Photo credit: Second Self Beer Company. Second Self Beer Company is hosting its monthly Yoga & Hoppiness event, which features a bring-your-own-mat, all-level one hour yoga class from 1-2 p.
Twisted Soul reopening in West Midtown; Bone Lick BBQ closing in same space
Chef Deborah VanTrece will reopen Twisted Soul in November. / Photo by Henri Hollis. If you were heartbroken after Chef Deborah VanTrece announced she was closing her Twisted Soul restaurant in Decatur at the end of last year, we’ve got some good news for you.
Ice cream shop 8 Fahrenheit opening Marietta location
Thai ice cream rolls from 8 Fahrenheit. After making their mark in Duluth and Doraville, Thai-style ice cream rolls will soon hit Marietta.
Atlanta dining deal: Half-off appetizers at Mason Tavern in Decatur
Appetizers such as these cheddar hush puppies are half off on Thursdays at Mason Tavern. Photo credit: Tori Allen PR.
Meet these popular cookbook authors at the AJC Decatur Book Festival
Rien Fertel, author of “The One True Barbecue.” Fertel is among numerous food writers and cookbook authors participating in the 2016 AJC Decatur Book Festival.
Atlanta dining deal: Free McDonald?셲 McNugget?셲 with drink purchase
Download the app, get free McNuggets. Photo credit: Cohn & Wolfe. McDonald’s recently announced major changes to ingredients in nearly half of the food on the menu including the new Chicken McNuggets, which are now made with no artificial colors and flavors as well as no artificial preservatives.
McAlister?셲 Deli, Burger 21 to open new locations in metro Atlanta
Two well-known chains are expanding their footprints in metro Atlanta: Burger 21 Tampa-based burger chain Burger 21 has also signed an agreement to open two more metro Atlanta locations.
Get your fix of Georgia peaches at this Atlanta restaurant
The Georgia peach salad at Vine & Tap features peach skin cracklins. Photo: Henri Hollis. Dish of the week: Georgia Peach Salad at Vine & Tap Peaches are the best pitted fruit on the planet.
Yeah! Burger team to debut Upbeet in West Midtown this fall
A new healthy eating option from the team behind a local favorite will be unveiled in West Midtown this fall.
Atlanta dining deal: 20 percent off food at City Winery at Ponce City Market
Go to a concert, get a discount on dinner. Photo credit: City Winery Atlanta. A discount on meals can be music to your ears.
Renovated Manuel?셲 Tavern set to reopen at 6 p.m. tonight
Manuel’s Tavern before the renovation. Credit: Becky Stein. The 60-year-old Atlanta drinking and dining institution, Manuel’s Tavern closed for extensive renovations some seven months ago.
The top Instagram posts from Atlanta foodies, July 30-Aug. 5
From @ajcdining: Having a rough week? Nothing that a warm Cuban can’t fix, including this one from Havana Restaurant on Buford Highway.
Cookie delivery business Tiff?셲 Treats opening a Midtown location this month
Tiff’s Treats is opening in Atlanta. / Handout Ready for warm cookies delivered to your door, Midtown?
Where to get big deals on oysters in Atlanta for National Oyster Day
Eat up; it’s National Oyster Day. Photo credit: Lauren Rubinstein. There’s no need to shell out big bucks for this food holiday.
Get ready for the Summer Olympics in Rio at one of Atlanta?셲 Brazilian restaurants
Cuts of lamb are roasted on brochettes at Fogo de Chão. / Photo credit: Fogo de Chão The Olympics start tomorrow, and if you aren’t getting on a plane to Rio, you might be feeling the sting of being left out.
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