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13 Cheap (But Fun!) Atlanta Date Ideas For Couples on a Budget

It can be challenging, but you can totally still add some romance to your relationship while staying within your budget goals! With a little creativity, you’ll find that you can still enjoy a night out on the town with your boo without spending major moolah. Here are some inexpensive date ideas around ATL.

Mellow Mushrom - Stone-baked Cheese Pizza | Photo: Facebook/mellowmushroom

Steak Shapiro’s Top 10 Atlanta Pizza Joints

How does Atlanta stack up as a pizza city?  While we are not going to be confused with New York or for that matter Boston or Chicago we do have a lot to be proud of and keep getting better which is why compiling this list was not easy but it is indeed what I am paid to do….I give you then: The Top Ten Pizza Places in Atlanta (plus a few honorable mentions) in alphabetical order of course.

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Must Visit Farmer’s Markets Around Atlanta

Food just tastes ~better~ when you know it’s local, and Atlanta’s glorious farmers markets around town are the perfect way to find local produce, baked goods, handmade goods, and more. You can find a handful of markets open year round, but a few close between November and December so be sure to head to them soon! Here are a few of our favorites that take the chore out of grocery shopping and instead make it a wonderful way to spend a Saturday or Sunday. 

Osha Thai Sushi Galleria - Red Snapper

The Ultimate Guide to Thai Food in Atlanta

Part of what makes Atlanta such a great city to live is the availability of cuisines from all over the world. And lucky for Thai food lovers, there’s countless great spots all around Atlanta whether you’re craving a tasty Pad Thai, flavorful tom yum, or savory Masaman curry.

cooking hibachi at shogun

Where To Find Hibachi in Atlanta

Hibachi restaurants have been known to host some pretty special occasions from birthday parties, dinner before homecoming and for some, even on Christmas Eve. It’s dinner and a show, all in one and you always leave with a smile on your face and (typically) leftovers in hand. Here’s a list of spots around ATL serving up some fun and flavorful hibachi, cooked right before your eyes at your table!

An "Evil" Chocolate Chip cookie from Muss and Turners.

Where to Find Atlanta’s Best Cookies

There’s no treat more comforting even though it can take on so many different forms: thin and crunchy, warm and chewy, crammed with pecans, dunked in chocolate…we could keep going indefinitely. But instead, here’s a list of the tastiest and most unique cookies all over Atlanta.

Grana - Potato Pizza

The Ultimate Atlanta Pizza Guide

Wood-fired, deep dish, or a place that’s open late when you just HAVE to have a slice at 1am–we’ve got a list of all the best pizza spots around town no matter what type of pie you’re in the mood for.

Gu's Kitchen - Cold Noodles

7 Need To Have Noodle Dishes Around Atlanta

There’s nothing better than a big bowl of craveworthy, perfectly carb-y noodles when the weather starts to cool down. Here are 7 noodle dishes around Atlanta that totally inspire that “Need to have them!” feeling.

Northern China Eatery's Soup Dumplings

Where To Find Atlanta’s Best Dumplings

A dumpling is some truly magical foodstuff, found throughout all different cultures around the world. From Poland’s pierogi, to China’s soup dumplings, to the American South’s chicken and dumplings, we love this food in all its glorious forms. Here are some fantastic ones around town, no matter what style you’re craving.

Reuben sandwich from Fado

The Best Irish Pubs in Atlanta

When Arthur Guinness created “The Black Stuff”, did he know that sipping his stout in an Irish Pub would be a beautifully blissful experience? Especially when it’s served at the perfect 42.8 °F temperature. That, combined with a plate of Fish and Chips or an Irish breakfast, along with a great game on TV, can make for a perfect Saturday or Sunday. It doesn’t have to be St. Patrick’s Day to enjoy an Irish pub, so take a look at a few of our favorites in Atlanta. 

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Here Are the Most Anticipated Fall Festivals & Events Happening Around Atlanta

We’re tired of melting in these Atlanta streets and looking forward to the advent of cooler weather this fall–and with it, more fun outdoor activities that involve eating and drinking, and eating… and drinking! Check out our list for some of the mostly hotly anticipated festivals coming to Atlanta this fall, in order of when they’re happening!

The Spookiest Halloween Pop-Ups Around Atlanta

Get spooky this Halloween with these pop-ups events around Atlanta that perfectly capture the mystery and the magic of the season! Here are some of the must-visit spots to check out this October.

Chili from Fox Bros BBQ

The Best Places to Get Chili in Atlanta

We love a good chili cook off as much as anyone else, but why wait for that one or two days a year to indulge in this sensational Tex Mex stew? We’ve highlighted a few of our favorite places in Atlanta that make great chili year round, including one of ATL’s best burger restaurants, a city favorite soup spot, a BBQ restaurant and much more. See our full list below to find a warm bowl full of chili goodness near you.

5 Delicious Gluten-Free Bakery Options Around Atlanta

These artisan bakeries around Metro Atlanta have found creative workarounds so convincing that you wouldn’t even realize anything you’re eating is gluten-free. Bookmark these spots next time you’re in need of a sweet or savory fix!

The Most Delicious Persian Restaurants Around Atlanta

Middle Eastern cuisine is having a moment in Atlanta, and leading the pack is a selection of absolutely scrumptious Persian/Iranian restaurants. Expect expertly spiced dishes with fragrant ingredients like saffron, pomegranate, dates, cardamom, and rosewater. The cuisine, however, is typically not spicy, so it’s great for sensitive palettes as well.

Caesar salad from Lucianos | 6555 Sugarloaf Pkwy #309, Duluth, GA 30097

Where to Get a Classic Caesar Salad Around Atlanta

There are not many things that everyone in this world can agree on, except for one thing: Caesar salads are superior and should be ordered pretty much any time you go out to eat. And if you don’t agree, you’re just plain wrong. Jokes aside, you can’t deny the incredible combination that is romaine, some shredded parmesan and garlic croutons. Reference our list in alphabetical order of where to get a crisp caesar salad in Atlanta.  

10 Awesome Karaoke Bars around Atlanta

Looking for a place to get your karaoke on? Atlanta has a lot of singing hotspots, so it can be hard to choose one. Grab some friends and practice those vocals, or just goof around!

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The Ultimate Decatur Dining Guide

Decatur is a city of contrasts. It has a small-town feel but is full of big city restaurants. It’s a quiet and unassuming community yet attracts some of the most prominent names in the food scene. Whether you’re craving a perfectly-poured pint of beer on tap or authentic French fare, you don’t need to look far in Decatur to find something that will hit the spot. 

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