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EXPLORE ATLANTA | | | | | | | 1514 Monroe Dr NE
Atlanta,
GA
30324
404-885-1000 | | | | | Description: MIDTOWN. This popular restaurant revels in kitsch yes, the lunch boxes, board games and Barbie-related collectibles are authentic and serves delicious Southern fare. How does a Sunday brunch of salmon croquettes, Cajun-fried okra and fried green tomatoes sound? Other down-home favorites include mac-n-cheese fritters, BBQ shrimp served over creamy grits, turkey meatloaf and buttermilk fried chicken. Of course, one of their spicy Bloody Marys is a must. And, oh yes, be sure to save room for a slice of carrot cake ... theirs may just be the best in town. Note: call ahead seating only.
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| 1261 W Paces Ferry
Atlanta,
GA
30327
404-233-5030 | | | | | Description: BUCKHEAD. Soak up the mountain-lodge ambience, complete with roaring fireplace and log cabin decor, before ordering fine regional American cuisine. Long-time Southern favorites are given innovative twists with dishes focusing on game, seafood and chops. Try grilled, apple-stuffed trout in honey-pecan sauce for a real treat. Vegetables are organic and consistently delicious, and fresh sourdough bread will almost make you forget all about your entree ... almost.
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| 4199 Paces Ferry Rd
Atlanta,
GA
30339
770-432-2663 | | | | | Description: VININGS. Located on the Chattahoochee River where Buckhead meets the historic Vinings area, this romantic restaurant is a wonderful choice for special dinners and celebrations. The lush gardens outside, along with the vaulted ceilings and intricate decor inside, set the scene for a fabulous meal. Award-winning seasonal American cuisine is creatively prepared and artistically presented. Try the Georgia mountain trout with Anson Mills' grits, or for brunch, pheasant ragout with two sunnyside eggs.
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| Greenwoods on Green Street1087 Green St
Roswell,
GA
30075
770-992-5383 | | | | | Description: ROSWELL. Homey and unpretentious, this much-loved restaurant has been a favorite since it opened in the '80s. Its specialty is Southern cuisine served in unbelievably generous portions, along with huge, lovely pies and scrumptious cornbread. Fried chicken, pork chops, shrimp and grits, and fried catfish are beautifully complemented by sweet potatoes, green beans and broccoli casserole. If you can hold dessert, coconut cream, apple, cherry, lemon meringue and chocolate pies are all excellent. Since reservations aren't accepted, waits are common. Cash only.
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| 4320 Powers Ferry Rd
Atlanta,
GA
30342
404-255-7277 | | | | | Description: BUCKHEAD. Just like Atlanta itself, Horseradish Grill's New Southern cuisine manages to reconcile tradition and modernity. The two are brought together with the use of fresh, organic vegetables and the talents of a chef who whips up fried chicken and biscuits, not to mention barbecued duck with Vidalia onions and molasses. At brunch, appetite-grabbers include creamy Logan Turnpike grits with sautéed Gulf shrimp, fire-roasted red peppers and caramelized onions. Idyllic outdoor seating under beautiful oak trees only adds to the appeal.
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| 5153 Jimmy Lee Smith Pkwy
Hiram,
GA
30141
770-439-2662 | | | | | Description: HIRAM. Founded in Birmingham back in the early 80s, Jim 'N Nick's brings folks in the ATL area a genuine taste of downhome Alabama cooking. Pork, chicken and savory brisket are lovingly prepared the old fashioned way slow-cooked over a hickory wood fire and will satisfy even the heartiest appetite. What's more, side fixings (here they're dubbed "trimmings") like fresh-cut fries, steamed cabbage, mac and cheese, collard greens and creamed spinach make a meal at this roadsider truly unforgettable.
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| Justin's Restaurant & Bar2200 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta,
GA
30309
404-603-5353 | | | | | Description: Sean "P. Diddy" Combs shot to mega-stardom on the waves of his many talents, but his dream of owning a restaurant was directly molded by something more tangible grandma's cooking. His Justin's Restaurant brings her Southern Caribbean cookery to the masses with dishes like Cornish hen jambalaya, gravy covered pork chops, and an ample seafood pan roast. A destination to see and be seen. N.B. Monday night is the busiest night of the week, and the restaurant stays open extended hours due to popular Martini Monday specials.
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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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| 1144 Crescent Ave
Atlanta,
GA
30309
404-873-7358 | | | | | Description: MIDTOWN. This attractive, remodeled 1920s bungalow has a pleasant dining room dominated by an exhibition-style kitchen. You can watch chefs whip up fantastic Nouveau Southern dishes like barbecued swordfish with cheese grits, pan-fried catfish with mustard greens and warm pepper jelly, and crab hash with poached eggs and Idaho potatoes just make sure you don't fill up first on the light-as-air biscuits and cornbread. Though the Southern influence is obvious in the menu and the decor, the surroundings and the presentation are thoroughly modern.
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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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