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Food scene

Great eats throughout Atlanta from higher end dining to much more casual spots.
Ponce City Market is fun spot for eating, shopping and playing. In addition to great eats, there are concerts there as well as an The Rooftop which is filled with rides and arcade games.
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Ponce City Market
675 North Avenue NE
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Ponce City Market is fun spot for eating, shopping and playing. In addition to great eats, there are concerts there as well as an The Rooftop which is filled with rides and arcade games.
Fun place to eat and drink and do some light shopping. There is a mix of sit down restaurants and a food court with delicious options. Renovated old building that has been revitalized as it's new role as a destination visitor spot. Access Beltine or walk. Parking even the valet is limited so Uber or Lyft are better options.
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Krog Street Market
99 Krog St NE
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Fun place to eat and drink and do some light shopping. There is a mix of sit down restaurants and a food court with delicious options. Renovated old building that has been revitalized as it's new role as a destination visitor spot. Access Beltine or walk. Parking even the valet is limited so Uber or Lyft are better options.
One of my favs consistently since they opened. They have amazing food and great service and they know how to make a martini. They have some mainstays on the menu like their oven fried chicken and macaroni and cheese with greens that are always favorites as well as seasonal specials and nightly specials. Say yes to the granita dessert.
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Wisteria
471 North Highland Avenue Northeast
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One of my favs consistently since they opened. They have amazing food and great service and they know how to make a martini. They have some mainstays on the menu like their oven fried chicken and macaroni and cheese with greens that are always favorites as well as seasonal specials and nightly specials. Say yes to the granita dessert.
French cuisine and delicious offerings. Not a huge menu but it is very well done. Good brunch spot and they often have specials - like 1/2 price bottles of wine certain times/days. Located in Inman Quarters there is outdoor seating as well as the sun room.
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Bread & Butterfly
290 Elizabeth St NE
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French cuisine and delicious offerings. Not a huge menu but it is very well done. Good brunch spot and they often have specials - like 1/2 price bottles of wine certain times/days. Located in Inman Quarters there is outdoor seating as well as the sun room.
When I first moved to Inman Park, Babette's Cafe was one of the first places I ate. They have consistently delicious food and Chef Marla always has her go to menu items as well as seasonal specialities and nightly specials. Food is a mix of French, Italian & Spanish Provencal Cooking.
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Babette's Cafe
573 North Highland Avenue Northeast
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When I first moved to Inman Park, Babette's Cafe was one of the first places I ate. They have consistently delicious food and Chef Marla always has her go to menu items as well as seasonal specialities and nightly specials. Food is a mix of French, Italian & Spanish Provencal Cooking.
This is tucked into the corner of Krog Street Market and offers great food and cocktails. Good Veg options. Dinner and Brunch. Menu is not huge offerings but always good and based on what is in season.
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Ticonderoga Club
99 Krog St NE
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This is tucked into the corner of Krog Street Market and offers great food and cocktails. Good Veg options. Dinner and Brunch. Menu is not huge offerings but always good and based on what is in season.
Great spot for dinner and if the weather is nice - eat outside. They have great offerings in food and wine. I love apps for dinner and you can make a meal out of shared plates here as well as entrees including amazing pasta . Save room for the olive oil ice cream.
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Ecco Midtown
40 7th St NE
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Great spot for dinner and if the weather is nice - eat outside. They have great offerings in food and wine. I love apps for dinner and you can make a meal out of shared plates here as well as entrees including amazing pasta . Save room for the olive oil ice cream.
Located in West Midtown - this place is excellent. You will want a reservation most nights. Inspired by the Basque region of France and Spain. Amazing small plates as well as large plates. They also own Bar Mercado located in Krog Street Market which is different concept but delicious.
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Cooks & Soldiers
691 14th St NW
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Located in West Midtown - this place is excellent. You will want a reservation most nights. Inspired by the Basque region of France and Spain. Amazing small plates as well as large plates. They also own Bar Mercado located in Krog Street Market which is different concept but delicious.
Great food and if you can do the Sunday dinner - it is delicious and fun to do with a group of friends. They have lunch, dinner and brunch on the weekends. This is a goto spot when on the westside of Atlanta.
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JCT. Kitchen & Bar
1198 Howell Mill Rd
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Great food and if you can do the Sunday dinner - it is delicious and fun to do with a group of friends. They have lunch, dinner and brunch on the weekends. This is a goto spot when on the westside of Atlanta.
good food and open for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Try their nitrogen cold brew coffee because it is delicious. Good salads and great main dishes. Favorites: Hangover Fries, chicken/mushroom burger. Caution: this place can be crowded and loud as they air sports so if you are not into it beware. If you want a place to watch the game - this place is great!
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Hampton + Hudson
299 North Highland Avenue Northeast
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good food and open for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Try their nitrogen cold brew coffee because it is delicious. Good salads and great main dishes. Favorites: Hangover Fries, chicken/mushroom burger. Caution: this place can be crowded and loud as they air sports so if you are not into it beware. If you want a place to watch the game - this place is great!
The Albert is a great spot to watch a game, play some trivia or just have dinner/lunch/weekend brunch. Their food is very good and favs include: kale salad, diner burger, wings and sides. Did I mention they have good food?! Casual and a good take out spot too.
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The Albert
918 Austin Ave NE
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The Albert is a great spot to watch a game, play some trivia or just have dinner/lunch/weekend brunch. Their food is very good and favs include: kale salad, diner burger, wings and sides. Did I mention they have good food?! Casual and a good take out spot too.
This is a neighborhood bar but one with delicious food. They do have sports/trivia as well as easy take out. Favorites: Nachos, Burgers (get the onion rings), grilled chicken, salads - really good!, amazing wings, tacos and if you are up from some decadence - try the chicken rolls.
North Highland Pub
469 North Highland Avenue Northeast
This is a neighborhood bar but one with delicious food. They do have sports/trivia as well as easy take out. Favorites: Nachos, Burgers (get the onion rings), grilled chicken, salads - really good!, amazing wings, tacos and if you are up from some decadence - try the chicken rolls.
Tucked away in Edgewood, this spot offers inside/outside seating and a great diner or weekend brunch. much of the offerings are organic and locally sourced.
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Ration and Dram
130 Arizona Ave NE
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Tucked away in Edgewood, this spot offers inside/outside seating and a great diner or weekend brunch. much of the offerings are organic and locally sourced.
Delicious sandwiches and salads. They serve Frozen Jack and Coke slashes for the over 21 crowd and frozen rosè (supplies are limited and seasonal). Located near the Beltline - its a great stop on your way to explore or on your way home. And don't miss the ping-pong table.
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Victory Sandwich Bar
913 Bernina Ave NE
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Delicious sandwiches and salads. They serve Frozen Jack and Coke slashes for the over 21 crowd and frozen rosè (supplies are limited and seasonal). Located near the Beltline - its a great stop on your way to explore or on your way home. And don't miss the ping-pong table.
Located on Elizabeth right by the entrance to the Beltline is the King of Pops! Homemade right here in Atlanta and this is one of their original spots. They are known for the fresh local ingredients and grow some of their own produce. You will find throughout town places that sell the King of Pops too.
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King of Pops Window
337 Elizabeth St NE
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Located on Elizabeth right by the entrance to the Beltline is the King of Pops! Homemade right here in Atlanta and this is one of their original spots. They are known for the fresh local ingredients and grow some of their own produce. You will find throughout town places that sell the King of Pops too.
You will need a reservation as they do limited seatings and it’s a tasting menu. The food is delicious and the service outstanding. The secret weapon there is Drew. If you don’t order the wine tasting they offer, he has excellent recommendations for all tastes.
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Lazy Betty
999 DeKalb Ave NE
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You will need a reservation as they do limited seatings and it’s a tasting menu. The food is delicious and the service outstanding. The secret weapon there is Drew. If you don’t order the wine tasting they offer, he has excellent recommendations for all tastes.

Sightseeing

the ever evolving scene of art and murals as well as notice of events. Graffiti artists now can be seen during the day painting and it is a spot of video/photo shoots. Part of the Beltline curves under the Bridge so you will pass through as your head east on the Betline from Inman Park.
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Krog Street 隧道
1 Krog St NE
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the ever evolving scene of art and murals as well as notice of events. Graffiti artists now can be seen during the day painting and it is a spot of video/photo shoots. Part of the Beltline curves under the Bridge so you will pass through as your head east on the Betline from Inman Park.
Located in Midtown and adjoining Piedmont Park. They have great events and concerts (additional tix will be needed) as well as just a pretty place to walk around. During the Holidays and into January - their Holiday Lights is excellent. You will want a ticket in advance.
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Atlanta Botanical Garden
The Prado Northeast
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Located in Midtown and adjoining Piedmont Park. They have great events and concerts (additional tix will be needed) as well as just a pretty place to walk around. During the Holidays and into January - their Holiday Lights is excellent. You will want a ticket in advance.
I'm biased but this is an amazing neighborhood to visit and explore! Great parks, dining and architecture/history are throughout the neighborhood. There are many walking/biking tours avail. One of my favorites is Food Tours Atlanta walking tour of Inman Park sharing history of the neighborhood as well as sharing some delicious bites to eat at a select restaurants.
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Inman Park
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I'm biased but this is an amazing neighborhood to visit and explore! Great parks, dining and architecture/history are throughout the neighborhood. There are many walking/biking tours avail. One of my favorites is Food Tours Atlanta walking tour of Inman Park sharing history of the neighborhood as well as sharing some delicious bites to eat at a select restaurants.
O4W adjoins Inman Park and Poncey Highland. There are some homes with a mix of architectural sizes, good places to eat/drink and of course the O4W park. You can access the park via the Beltline or on food (parking limited) and there are great places to hang out as well as an amazing skate park.
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Old Fourth Ward
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O4W adjoins Inman Park and Poncey Highland. There are some homes with a mix of architectural sizes, good places to eat/drink and of course the O4W park. You can access the park via the Beltline or on food (parking limited) and there are great places to hang out as well as an amazing skate park.
Located in Midtown, Piedmont Park is a huge park to explore. There are public tennis courts, public pool, dog park and lots of trails to explore. Much of the park is shaded but there are some sunny spots too. Farmers Market on select weekends too. Go to spot for festivals including April's Dogwood Festival and also many concerns/event like Jazz Festival. Adjoins the Botanical Gardens (fee to enter Gardens) and lots of great places to eat in/around midtown. Limited parking and observe parking signs as they will ticket. There is a parking deck for the Park/Gardens off of Monroe Avenue. Beltline leads you to 10th street which will take you to the Park.
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Piedmont Park
501 Amsterdam Ave NE
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Located in Midtown, Piedmont Park is a huge park to explore. There are public tennis courts, public pool, dog park and lots of trails to explore. Much of the park is shaded but there are some sunny spots too. Farmers Market on select weekends too. Go to spot for festivals including April's Dogwood Festival and also many concerns/event like Jazz Festival. Adjoins the Botanical Gardens (fee to enter Gardens) and lots of great places to eat in/around midtown. Limited parking and observe parking signs as they will ticket. There is a parking deck for the Park/Gardens off of Monroe Avenue. Beltline leads you to 10th street which will take you to the Park.

Happenings:: Theatre Music Museums

Atlanta has a great theatre and music scene. During the spring and through the fall - there are numerous neighborhood/street festivals as well. So much to do if you are up for exploring!
Located in Midtown. Great exhibits.
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海伊美術館
1280 Peachtree St NE
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Located in Midtown. Great exhibits.
Great smaller venue for live music, comedians, speakers. Located in Little 5 Points.
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Variety Playhouse
1099 Euclid Ave NE
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Great smaller venue for live music, comedians, speakers. Located in Little 5 Points.
Smaller venue for music and a place that many local acts have been launched. recommend Lyft or Uber or even MARTA as parking is limited.
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Eddie's Attic
515 N McDonough St
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Smaller venue for music and a place that many local acts have been launched. recommend Lyft or Uber or even MARTA as parking is limited.
Located in West Midtown, Actor's Express has a regular season and offers tried and true productions along with new works. Consistently great productions are produced with local talent.
Actor's Express Theatre Company
887 West Marietta St NW
Located in West Midtown, Actor's Express has a regular season and offers tried and true productions along with new works. Consistently great productions are produced with local talent.
Music Venue in West Midtown. Live music with locals and headliners. Terrific venue./
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Terminal West
887 West Marietta St NW
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Music Venue in West Midtown. Live music with locals and headliners. Terrific venue./
Located in O4W at Ponce City Market - this is a great live music venue to enjoy. Like most live venue places in Atlanta, it is best to see if tickets are available.
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City Winery Atlanta
650 North Avenue NE
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Located in O4W at Ponce City Market - this is a great live music venue to enjoy. Like most live venue places in Atlanta, it is best to see if tickets are available.
Frequently will have curated shows of costumes from films or fashion designers along with student shows.
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SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film
1600 Peachtree Rd NW
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Frequently will have curated shows of costumes from films or fashion designers along with student shows.

Grocery Misc Shops

Inman Park location: Great place to grab a sandwich or breakfast (love the breakfast burrito!) . They have very good cooked food (beef, salmon, Brussel sprouts, etc) as well as some quick grocery items to fill the gaps. The have a good wine/appetizer offerings and also good options for wine and beer. Nice People!
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Savi Provisions
287 Elizabeth St NE
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Inman Park location: Great place to grab a sandwich or breakfast (love the breakfast burrito!) . They have very good cooked food (beef, salmon, Brussel sprouts, etc) as well as some quick grocery items to fill the gaps. The have a good wine/appetizer offerings and also good options for wine and beer. Nice People!
Not just a market but also great sandwiches/burgers and terrific selection of wines/beer. Perfect place to pop in and grab a few groceries. Good customer service.
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Candler Park Market
1642 McLendon Ave NE
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Not just a market but also great sandwiches/burgers and terrific selection of wines/beer. Perfect place to pop in and grab a few groceries. Good customer service.

Neighborhoods

Decatur Square is full of shops and great places to eat. You can find it by driving or uber/lyft or MARTA as there is a stop on the square. Great eats: 246, Leon's, Victory Sandwich Bar, Brickhouse to name a few. There are events here too with music and more.
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Decatur
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Decatur Square is full of shops and great places to eat. You can find it by driving or uber/lyft or MARTA as there is a stop on the square. Great eats: 246, Leon's, Victory Sandwich Bar, Brickhouse to name a few. There are events here too with music and more.
A bit of a generic term - but Midtown (think 10th St and Peachtree and the areas all around it) is a great spot to walk and explore. There are some terrific eats, drinks and of course there is Piedmont Park to explore. You can walk/bike/scoot down the Beltline to the Park and Midtown or uber/lyft. There is limited parking. Favorite spots: Caribou Coffee (10th St), Ecco (delicious dinner- Try the olive oil ice cream), Exhale Spa (massages or a great workout at the gym), Einstein's or Joe's On Juniper - great outdoor spots to people watch, South City Kitchen, Empire State South.
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Midtown Atlanta
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A bit of a generic term - but Midtown (think 10th St and Peachtree and the areas all around it) is a great spot to walk and explore. There are some terrific eats, drinks and of course there is Piedmont Park to explore. You can walk/bike/scoot down the Beltline to the Park and Midtown or uber/lyft. There is limited parking. Favorite spots: Caribou Coffee (10th St), Ecco (delicious dinner- Try the olive oil ice cream), Exhale Spa (massages or a great workout at the gym), Einstein's or Joe's On Juniper - great outdoor spots to people watch, South City Kitchen, Empire State South.

Antiques and Second Hand Shops

If you have some time while Scott's is open - it is a great place to wonder. There are huge buildings full of vendors selling antiques as well as new creations. You can find exterior architectural pieces as well as glass ware and original art. It is the Second weekend of every month. You do pay a small fee to enter the buildings and the location is about 20 min drive. You probably want a car for this one.
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The Scott Antique Markets
3650 Jonesboro Rd SE
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If you have some time while Scott's is open - it is a great place to wonder. There are huge buildings full of vendors selling antiques as well as new creations. You can find exterior architectural pieces as well as glass ware and original art. It is the Second weekend of every month. You do pay a small fee to enter the buildings and the location is about 20 min drive. You probably want a car for this one.
There are two locations to this store - one on Ellsworth and one on Druid Hills. The Ellsworth location is larger and I've found good things from both. There is a huge range into what they offer and some of it is crazy large art pieces (Ellsworth) and smaller pieces. There are some vendors that have newer pieces and some original art.
Westside Market
1530 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NW
There are two locations to this store - one on Ellsworth and one on Druid Hills. The Ellsworth location is larger and I've found good things from both. There is a huge range into what they offer and some of it is crazy large art pieces (Ellsworth) and smaller pieces. There are some vendors that have newer pieces and some original art.
Located in Inman Park/Poncey Highland. This is a great shop and once a month they have a big Saturday sale where new pieces are unveiled. Be there early on those days as pieces can go fast. They have a range from dishes to furniture and everything in-between.
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Highland Row Antiques
628 North Highland Avenue Northeast
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Located in Inman Park/Poncey Highland. This is a great shop and once a month they have a big Saturday sale where new pieces are unveiled. Be there early on those days as pieces can go fast. They have a range from dishes to furniture and everything in-between.
Great finds at this shop! They can go fast but they have a mix of offerings and it is a place to keep checking on regularly. They do a website that will show you some pieces. Located on the Westside of town.
Sarah Cyrus Home
1194 Huff Rd NW
Great finds at this shop! They can go fast but they have a mix of offerings and it is a place to keep checking on regularly. They do a website that will show you some pieces. Located on the Westside of town.
Great collection of used as well as up cycled furniture. You can find art, furniture as well as jewelry, candles and outdoor furniture. They have often have good mid century pieces as well as some newer furniture pieces in good condition.
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Kudzu Antiques + Modern
2928 E Ponce de Leon Ave
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Great collection of used as well as up cycled furniture. You can find art, furniture as well as jewelry, candles and outdoor furniture. They have often have good mid century pieces as well as some newer furniture pieces in good condition.