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EXPLORE ATLANTA | | | | | | | 181 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta,
GA
30303
404-659-0400 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Lauded for its superb cuisine and inviting ambience, this esteemed restaurant is elegant and gracious just as you'd expect from the Ritz. Well-executed murals and classic city photographs distinguish the space, which plays host to well-to-do travelers and celebs. The Southern-inspired menu finds great expression in the prix fixe brunch, which includes fare like prime rib, artisan cheeses, and pastries. Not to be outdone, lunch at the Grill is itself an impressive affair one that includes frisee and endive salad with pancetta, Maine lobster club with eggs brioche, tomato and cucumber gazpacho, and green asparagus soup.
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| 790 Ponce De Leon Ave
Atlanta,
GA
30306
404-876-6161 | | | | | Description: PONCEY-HIGHLAND. An all-American coffeehouse/diner that combines nostalgic appeal with contemporary hipness, Java Jive draws big crowds each weekend thanks to its hearty, creative eats. Try the mouthwatering scrambled eggs with fresh basil and cream cheese, scrumptious gingerbread waffles with lemon curd, or what many locals regard as the best pancakes in town. If you're feeling particularly adventurous, their PB&J French toast is the way to go! Authentic period furnishings from the 1920s-1950s, along with big band and swing music, create a unique environment of yesteryear. Great for all ages!
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| La Madeleine French Bakery and Café1165 Perimeter Center W
Atlanta,
GA
30346
770-392-0516 | | | | | Description: DUNWOODY. This place is known for fast food with a French flair. First off, you order cafeteria-style and settle into the simple dining room to enjoy your meal or dessert. Once seated, table service makes the visit more pleasant. Soups and sandwiches are fresh and delicious, but the fabulous French desserts invariably become the highlight of the meal. Pies, cakes and puddings are prepared with aplomb. Perfect for a midmorning or afternoon coffee break.
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| 1284 W Paces Ferry Rd NW
Atlanta,
GA
30327
404-233-2888 | | | | | Description: BUCKHEAD. For a classic American diner-style breakfast, head over to the OK Café, where crisp French toast with maple syrup, bacon, eggs, sausage, biscuits, and many other morning favorites are available. Brunch, meanwhile, poses tough questions like, "Will it be the crab and crawfish cakes or the griddlecakes with Granny Smith apples and pecans." At lunch or dinner time, try tender pot roast with homestyle vegetables. The decor is homespun but unique, with folk art and a sparkling open kitchen adding extra pizzazz. All meals are fresh, satisfying, and reasonably priced.
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| Park 75 at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta75 14th St NE
Atlanta,
GA
30309
404-253-3840 | | | | | Description: MIDTOWN. Classical architecture and gracious furnishings highlight the dining room at this well-received restaurant. Global influences shine in such seasonal New American dishes as butter-braised Maine lobster with Anson Mill grits and chorizo, or roasted rack of Colorado lamb with eggplant and feta moussaka. Park 75's wine list features mostly American vintages, though you'll also find a handful of international selections and a Merlot bottled specifically for the restaurant. An especially memorable experience, the Chef's Table affords eight patrons the chance to enjoy a fabulous, nine-course menu with wine pairings at a table situated in the heart of the kitchen.
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| 421 Memorial Dr
Atlanta,
GA
30312
404-521-3737 | | | | | Description: GRANT PARK. If you plan to have weekend brunch at Ria's, plan to come early, because crowds quickly gather, and the tiny place takes some time to turn over. It's in your best interest to hold out, though, because the homemade food is to die for. Breakfast served all day is the real attraction, whether you choose the omelet of the day, lush caramelized banana pancakes, huevos rancheros, or even the unusual but delicious brisket breakfast. An array of vegetarian and vegan options are available, and although the funky little place has a groovy vibe, it's as comfortable for your hipster nephew as for your church-going grandma. At lunch, find gourmet sandwiches, soups, salads, and a few hot entrees.
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| 100 Hurt St NE
Atlanta,
GA
30307
404-581-0530 | | | | | Description: INMAN PARK. Most newcomers ask, "Son of who?" Though regulars usually chuckle at owner Lenn Storey's claims of familial ties to Deacon Burton (of eponymous Grill fame), two things certainly have been passed down: a knack for delivering delicious soulful eats like those served on Sunday afternoons at your grandmother's house and a strong desire to maintain a friendly, laid-back setting where customers and staff chat away like backdoor neighbors. Don't lunch here without trying their tender pork chops, meatloaf or fried catfish. And, of course, the homemade banana pudding is mandatory. The breakfast crowd, meanwhile, gets the pleasure of Son's famous hoecakes, a pancake cousin made with corn meal.
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| 1655 McClendon Ave
Atlanta,
GA
30307
404-687-8888 | | | | | Description: LITTLE FIVE POINTS. This red-hot dining spot serves three meals a day, but brunch draws the biggest crowds. Southern favorites and plenty of vegetarian options ensure that every appetite is satisfied. The decor is eclectic and stylish, providing a fitting backdrop for classic dishes given an innovative spin. Try the Meggxican Wrap with cheddar, onion, and serrano peppers in a flour tortilla, or orange-scented French toast served with honey crème anglaise.
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| 3391 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta,
GA
30326
404-814-1955 | | | | | Description: BUCKHEAD. While dining at the Palm, you may spot a member of the Braves, an award-winning actor or even a noted pop star. Yes, the NYC-based chain has star quality. And though wall after wall of celeb caricatures certainly gives the place a shtick all its own, make no mistake: the USDA Prime steaks are justifiably famous, the jumbo Nova Scotia lobsters are delicious, and the veal Milanese is sublime. Delectable sides include cottage fries, creamed spinach and fried onions. The casual yet refined atmosphere and outstanding service accommodate a relaxed meal or a business meeting with equal aplomb.
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| The White House Restaurant3172 Peachtree Rd NW
Atlanta,
GA
30305
404-237-7601 | | | | | Description: BUCKHEAD. Imagine Greek eats combined with Southern dishes like fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and collard greens. Sound a little unique and a lot tasty? Well, the lunch crowd in Atlanta tends to agree. For years, this unassuming diamond-in-the-rough has been passed up by tourists while Buckhead regulars bustle into the small restaurant as if it were handing out paychecks. From lawyers in seersucker to construction workers in steel-toed boots, the crowd is as diverse as the menu.
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