Classic cuisine combines with modern, Southern style at Eleven restaurant in Loews Atlanta Hotel. Executive Chef Olivier Gaupin uses local, seasonal ingredients to create innovative, yet simple dishes loved by locals and visitors alike. Traditional recipes are prepared with a contemporary twist, using the finest meats, fish, and produce. The friendly, efficient service makes Eleven the perfect place for lunch or dinner. The decor is as contemporary as the cooking, with deep ivory walls and rich, deep natural wood columns. The elegant architecture is inspired by Midtown Atlanta, and the intimate lighting and neutral tones create the perfect dining environment for a cozy dinner for two or a fun night out with friends!
Created by nationally lauded chef, cookbook author, Top Chef judge Hugh Acheson, Empire State South uses the beautiful foods of the South to create dishes that are somehow both modern and traditional. Chef Josh Hopkins cut his culinary teeth in several acclaimed restaurants around the southeast, mainly in Charleston, SC and Atlanta, and keeps things on track with his simple mantra, "cook good, local food". And he cooks it all day, opening for breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday Brunch. Hit their coffee bar and try your skills at courtyard bocce ball.
FLIP is not your everyday burger joint! They take the iconic American food and "flip it on its head" to bring you a completely unique culinary experience. They make it a priority to serve organic and locally sourced meat and seafood and truly take pride in the quality of all their ingredients. Their to-die-for Nutella with burnt marshmallows, and Krispy Kreme milkshakes have been recognized as some of the best in the country and are not to be missed! You can also get your FLIP fix at their West Midtown and Buckhead locations and in Birmingham at The Summit. Check the website for deets.
Located in a renovated warehouse, Floataway Cafe transformed the space into a contemporary dining experience. A courtyard area is transformed into a romantic outdoor cafe with the night sky forming a starry canopy. The menu features fresh, seasonal cuisine created with country French, Mediterranean and Italian influences. Changing daily, the menu reflects seasonal influences and the freshest local ingredients, many of which are sourced from chef-owners Anne Quatrano and Clifford Harrison's home Summerland Farm, located in Cartersville, Ga.
Food 101 focuses on farm-to-table, cutting edge Southern Cuisine. The chefs at Food 101 highlight a bounty of local ingredients prepared with a bold Southern flair that provides a deliciously satisfying dining experience. High standards of quality ingredients and cutting edge cuisine have become synonymous with Food 101.
Gunshow, the eagerly anticipated restaurant from Chef/owner Kevin Gillespie, takes the format of a Brazilian churrascaria and Chinese dim sum, throws in an ever-changing menu of seasonal delights made by his team of kitchen dudes and rolls it out for delighted diners in this Glenwood hot spot. Each chef rolls their own cart around to diners, describing what they’ve made. Recent bites include pork belly steamed buns, chicken & waffles with a Vietnamese twist and barbequed Georgia quail served with southern fixins - all guaranteed to make you lick your plate! The diner can decide yay or nay and dig in or just wait for the next round. As they eat, or wait, patrons get a culinary show from the totally open kitchen and can choose a handmade libation du jour from the cocktail cart. Each week promises a new "menu inspiration" and a truly unique dining experience from this "Top Chef" alum. Get packin'!
This cozy Brookhaven bistro is a must-visit when in Brookhaven. Owner Michael Arnette and Chef Stephen Herman offer innovative American cuisine by using fresh, local seasonal ingredients and cultivating relationships with area farmers, resulting in superior customer service that keeps their happy clientele coming back for more! Menu standouts include Darby Farm Chicken Livers, Bacon Wrapped North Georgia Trout and the famous Haven Truffled Potato Hay. We love that they're right down the street from our headquarters, so it's a home away from home for us!
Drawing inspiration and giving a nod to the historic recipes that pubs, bistros and Southern kitchens have served for hundreds of years, Chef Linton Hopkins creates hearty and comforting dishes that exemplify eating and living well in Atlanta. Much is done in house, from curing meats, making salami and pickles, and preserving green beans sourced from Dillwood Farms, this public house is keen on showcasing fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced locally. A division of the public house, H&F Bread Co., delivers freshly baked breads each morning to restaurants, cafes and markets across the city.
Changing the face of Atlanta's culinary scene, Holy Taco is helmed by chef Robert Phalen of One Eared Stag. Chef Phalen supports sustainability and organic farming, and is a member of the Slow Food Movement and Heritage Foods USA. Focused on sustainable local ingredients with an ever-changing and evolving menu, this hip Mexican fusion taqueria is the perfect place to dig into approachable but inventive dishes and to sip on an organic margarita.
Chef Ford Fry brought his Southern Farmstead Cooking to the Westside Urban Market with JCT Kitchen and Bar in 2007, helping solidify the once industrial neighborhood as a destination for diners looking for a fun, hip space with approachable food. Although the menu changes daily depending on the season and what’s available to Chef from their farm suppliers, venerable standouts include brined fried chicken, garlicky shrimp and grits, and truffle parmesan fries. His Meat ‘n Three Sunday Suppers are a nod to the traditions of his childhood. The Bar is upstairs, has its own menu of fine food and live music. A fun time and amazing food!