Atlanta food writer Jennifer Zyman: "The Bocado burger stack is McDonald's gone gourmet. Just two house ground patties, gooey American cheese, and a pickle on a buttery and crispy H&F Bread Co. bun."
The farm egg baked in celery cream with grilled bread is a top ten Atlanta dish and the desserts will have you excited about ordering dessert again. [Eater 38 Member]
The restaurant has items that conjure up South with a twist, deviled eggs & pork belly w/ clams & all kinds of poultry: fried chicken, hot chicken oysters, chicken liver mousse, ect. [Eater 38 Member]
The prices at this gourmet boutique may deter you, but the sandwiches – especially the unorthodox Reuben and shrimp po’boy – offer big flavor for an affordable price. [Eater 38 Member]
Named as one of Bon Appetit's six favorite izakayas in North America, Miso Izakaya also happens to be helmed by 2011 Eater Atlanta Award-Winning Chef of the Year Guy Wong. [Eater 38 Member]
The food is great & so is the service. It's also conveniently located next to Krog Bar, so stop in before or after your meal for a glass of wine and an appetizer or a nightcap. [Eater 38 Member]
On the menu are things like crispy Southern fried quail, local corn soup, pan-fried squash blossoms, Tybee Island shrimp ravioli. [Eater 38 Member]
This restaurant puts a definite emphasis on good food and an even bigger one on making sure everything is sourced locally. [Eater 38 Member]
If one Atlanta Italian restaurant must be crowned supreme, this Inman Park favorite deserves the title. A long list of Italian pastas made with care are the menu’s centerpiece. [Eater 38 Member]
Try the kale ale fondue or the three pigs skillet with its crispy pig ears to start. [Eater 38 Member]
All about gut-bombs at the icon that proved great BBQ is possible in Atlanta. Tater tots covered in chili & cheese, massive short ribs, Frito pie & fried mac & cheese are staples. [Eater 38 Member]
Eater Atlanta's chef of the year Tyler Williams recently made the move over to Woodfire Grill, and the food has been close to impeccable ever since. [Eater 38 Member]
The elegant cuisine at Gerry Klaskala's lovely Buckhead restaurant make it perfect for special occasions. Desserts from talented pastry chef Kathryn King only add to the experience. [Eater 38 Member]
Look for fresh oysters, Moscow Mule cocktails served in chilled metal cups, and the city’s only noteworthy steak frites. [Eater 38 Member]
The lunchtime grain bowls from the Bakery at Cakes & Ale are one of this city's gems. [Eater 38 Member]
Must Order: Griddled chicken made with heritage breed Poulet Rouge; the seasonal vegetable plate. Read more.
To enjoy their outstanding lobster roll served with slaw and fries takes a bit of planning—it's offered only at lunch on Friday and Saturday. Trust us, it's worth the wait... Read more.
Look for show-stopping décor, fresh ingredients, good energy, and a nice wine list from this Buckhead Life Restaurant Group favorite. [Eater 38 Member]
An upscale restaurant without any of the stuffiness, Local Three focuses on showing guests a good time while serving Southern-inspired food with fresh, local ingredients. [Eater 38 Member]
This place is an exception to the “Thai food in Atlanta sucks” rule. Don’t expect weird dishes you’ve never had; instead, order slutty stand-bys like pad thai. [Eater 38 Member]
The chophouse-style restaurant serves small plates and meat-centric entrees; adventurous diners should ask for Santiago's secret butcher's menu. [Eater 38 Member]
Don't miss the fried goat cheese appetizer and olive oil stracciatella ice cream, and if the weather is nice, ask for a tour of the rooftop garden. [Eater 38 Member]
Ford Fry's much-hyped fish camp and oyster bar in West Midtown opened in May and has since been the recipient of praise galore. Don't forget to leave some time for miniature golf. [Eater 38 Member]
The most destination-worthy creation here is the Bocado burger stack, which has deservedly achieved legendary status among burger aficionados. [Eater 38 Member]
Known for chef/owner Robert Phalen's inventiveness in the kitchen, for which he'd gained “one to watch” status at Holy Taco, the restaurant's brought the buzz back to Inman Park. [Eater 38 Member]
It's been called an "instant classic." Simple, straight-forward cooking in a clean semi-industrial space. Go for the pastas, whole roasted fish and hulking sandwiches at lunch. [Eater 38 Member]
This spot has great service and wine, but where it really shines is the carefully curated charcuterie and the small plates, which range from eggplant fries to pork cheek tacos. [Eater 38 Member]
Get a gyro at this takeout-only spot and you won't be sorry. But make sure not to annoy Nick, who can ask for your order and threaten to kick you out of the space in the same breath. [Eater 38 Member]
Housed in what is So Ba by day, the restaurant opens at 10:30 p.m. and serves cocktails and dishes like salt and pepper shrimp, lobster rolls, and daeji bulgogi. [Eater 38 Member]
Score a reservation with chef-owner Tomohiro Naito on the back end of his glamorous sushi bar and you'll see why the omakase here is one of Creative Loafing's 100 Dishes to eat before you die. Read more.
Mortadella mousse at Seven Lamps — it’s mouse, it’s sausage, it’s sausage-mouse and it’s one of CL’s 100 dishes to eat before you die. Read more.
Weekly specials here rotate, but grab the elusive Tortelli Cima di Rapa if you see it and taste why it's one of CL's 100 Dishes! Read more.
Definitely one of the 100 Dishes in Atlanta you need to eat before you die. If you're in the mood for baked sweets, the the simple and decadent classic apple pie is the way to go. No questions asked. Read more.
Served in a martini glass layered with silky broccoli mousse and truffled whipped potatoes, this dish is rich man's comfort food. And, duh, one of Creative Loafing's 100 Dishes to eat before you die. Read more.
The lobster roll, one of CL's 100 Best Dishes, features meat tossed in a not-so-secret recipe of homemade mayo, cayenne pepper, and lemon stuffed into a toasty, buttered brioche bun. Read more.
Cut off a chunk of the banh xeo & wrap it in one of the lettuce leaves served on the side along with fresh basil, mint, & cilantro. Its a Vietnamese snack that ranks among the 100 best in the city. Read more.
Nam Phuong's Pho has a clean broth, just sweet enough from the star anise and rich with beef flavor. Once you add in its chewy noodles, you'll see why it's one of CL's 100 Dishes in ATL. Read more.
Vegetables deserve respect and at Restaurant Eugene they get it. Order the vegetable tasting and cross it off your list of CL's 100 dishes to eat before you die. Read more.
Seared to a perfect medium rare in an iron skillet, the sliced duck breast is so mouth-watering delicious we couldn't help but include it on the 100 Dishes to eat before you die. Read more.
The veal brains are a rich but mild organ that spreads like thick, delicate eggs on the toast that comes with it. You may need a drink to find the courage to try this delicacy, one of CL's 100 Dishes. Read more.
Garnished with a housemade cherry, the Manhattan was crowned king in CL's 2013 Atlanta Manhattan Smackdown, plus it’s on CL’s 100 Dishes to eat before you die list. Read more.
Duck breast is served in Lan Zhou's traditional clear beef broth atop freshly pulled noodles. The noodle soup is likely the oldest recipe on CL's 100 Dishes, rumored to date back to the 16th century. Read more.
Boudin balls at Crawfish Shack are a masterpiece of fried and Cajun-esque comfort food, and a top pick for CL’s 100 Dishes to eat before you die! Read more.
The Nepali lamb choila calls to mind the cuisines of nearby China, India, & even Thailand. Can't trek the globe? At least take a bite and see why it's one of the 100 best dishes in the ATL. Read more.
The chicken nachos here are piled high and super slutty. CL named them one of the 100 dishes to eat before you die. Read more.
Rubbed with salt and seasoned with olive oil, chopped garlic, and wild oregano, the Sorrento lemon roast chicken at Gio's is a divine, aromatic version of the Italian dish. One of CL's 100 dishes. Read more.
A slice of Alon's Midnight cake, one of CL's 100 Dishes to eat before you die, is reminiscent of sweetened cocoa powder and airy whipped cream. Read more.
Sometimes a fritter is just a fritter, but the gulf crab fritter at Bacchanalia is one crusty crustacean that tops CL’s 100 dishes list. Read more.
Fresh, house-made baguette smeared with sweet, creamy butter, and piled with prosciutto and shaved Parmesan is sweet, simple, and one of CL's 100 Best Dishes. Read more.
Star Provisions’ Pimento cheese takes the decadence factor on CL’s 100 dishes to eat before your die list to new heights. Read more.
The Farm Egg with Carolina Gold Rice always gets my mojo workin'. One of the best among CL's 100 best dishes. Read more.
There's a world of warm cocktails beyond the hot toddy - Order the Jaguar's Milk Punch created by Paul Calvert. It's the best hot drink on the menu! Click More Info for the full recipe. Read more.
Atlanta's newest art museum is also a work of art. This naturally-lit exhibition space is on track to be Atlanta's only Platinum LEED Design certified building! Read more.
It was built in 1928 for Edward & Emily Inman after their house in Ansley Park burned in 1924. The Inman family resides in Oakland Cemetery. Read more.
JCT Kitchen's Ford Fry has been a longtime fixture on Atlanta's culinary scene, and his innovations have done much to bring modern Southern cuisine to the attention of the nation as a whole. Read more.
Standouts include fried oysters over creamed spinach and killer desserts such as the dreamy tapioca pudding. Gracious service and a good wine program make up for the occasional misstep in the kitchen. Read more.
Love the look and feel of this restaurant owned by Jay Swift. The food has soul and love, staying true to his Southern roots. -Heather Hurlbert, Top Chef Just Desserts
Visiting Rathbun's is like getting an education in Atlanta's gastronomic origins. The menu is huge but steak is king. Get the colossal 20-ounce bone-in rib-eye slathered in blue cheese vinaigrette. Read more.
One of Cliff's top 10 restaurants. There is nothing on his menu he would not recommend. But the slider-like steamed buns and late-night ramens are favorites.
CL Best of Atlanta 2010 winner: Best burger. Two patties of house-ground grass-fed chuck, brisket and short-rib are griddled until juicy and topped with gooey American cheese Read more.
Crave from the Grave: The burger is all the rage here, but another great option to try is the roasted poblano & pimento cheese sandwich w/ fried green tomato & bacon. Southern awesomeness on a plate!
Crave from the Grave: Nick's has been serving up delicious Greek food since 1994. Pick up a Lamb or Souvlaki Platter then head over to Oakland and dine outside on a beautiful day.
You don't order from the menu, but by taking dishes off of a tray or cart that's passed around by the chef who cooked the food. It changes often and has had pork skin risotto and a West Coast burger.
Completed in 1889, it is the working center of Georgia's government. The museum within the Capitol houses extensive collections reflecting the natural & cultural history of Georgia.
