11 Restaurants Heating Up the Brookhaven Culinary Scene

Chinese food, ahh how much do we all love it? A lot! In the Shapiro home it has always been a Sunday night tradition but it goes way deeper than that.  I love it for a business lunch, I love it on Buford Highway when celebrating a birthday,  I love it when folks are in from out of town and I am wanting to show off the culinary diversity of our city.

We love a great, cheap eat just as much as anyone but there are also Atlanta restaurants that are absolutely worth the splurge. You might have to open up your wallet a little wider for these meals, but these Atlanta restaurants are totally worth it for your next special occasion or if you’re just feeling fancy!

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.

We asked, you answered. What is Atlanta’s favorite wing flavor? Do you dunk in ranch or bleu cheese? Where’s the best wing spot in town? Read on to see what thousands of ATLiens had to say on these topics and more.

You can SHAKE UP your weekend plans with a fabulous cocktail at some of Atlanta’s TOP SHELF cocktail bars. We think you’ll find our recommendations to be very NEAT. So take a look at our list and let the drinking be GIN!

In our humble opinion, these Atlanta spots just don’t get the love or crowds that they deserve. Check out these under-the-radar spots for a meal that’ll satisfy your tastebuds today!

Is there any food as beloved in America as Mexican food? We think not, and we love all the varieties available, from cheesy Tex-mex goodness, to authentic street tacos on corn tortillas, to authentic birria. Here’s a round-up on the greatest Mexican spots to be found in ATL no matter what kind of flavor you’re in the mood for.

Call us biased, but we think ATL is one of the most romantic (and delicious) cities in the U.S.A.! And we can prove it with these restaurants that truly deliver both gourmet cuisine and romance. Here are our top picks for the top 29 romantic restaurants and places in Atlanta, perfect for you and your boo’s next night out on the town.

We’re so lucky as  a city to be able to enjoy all the unique flavors and cuisines from Buford Highway’s hidden gems. Here are some of our favorites that you must try!

WINE down this weekend with a trip to one of North Georgia’s top wineries. We’re breaking down the wineries in North GA and sharing with you the ones with the most scenic sprawling hills, the most delicious charcuterie boards, and of course, the most flavorful wines! 

For fabulous food and even more fabulous views, seek a fantastic meal and head to higher ground at these Atlanta rooftops.

For bona fide sushi lovers, omakase–meaning “I’ll leave it up to you” in Japanese–is the ultimate experience. Consisting of a curated tasting of the chef’s choice of always fresh sushi and whatever the chef believes you would enjoy the most, omakase is always a special treat when you have it at one of Atlanta’s finest sushi eateries. Here are some places around Atlanta for you to experience it!

It’s the vibe for me. It’s not only the food, but the stunning decor and interiors that truly set these Atlanta restaurants apart from the rest. Here’s a list of ATL’s most stylish restaurants!

Nobody has the same experience at Waffle House. No matter the occasion, though, you’re going to have a good time. There is truly no place in the world like it. Simply calling it a restaurant is criminally underselling its place in society. Let’s take a closer look at this cultural institution.

Summer in Atlanta means leisurely walks on the Beltline and more importantly, amazing food and drinks on the Beltline! Here’s our insider’s guide to the best that the Beltline has to offer, broken down by Eastside and Westside trail spots. 

Atlanta’s best Cuban, Dominican and Puerto Rican food can be tough to define. The approach to cooking for all three of these come from the same history – a mash up of the native cultures that lived on each island, along with flavors from the colonizers’ native Spain, and the West African traditions of the enslaved who were brought to those Islands by traders.

Watching games from your couch is only fun for so long. Sure it’s nice to throw a party at your place to watch the playoffs, but the world is opening back up, and that means it’s time to get back out there and start having fun again. Lucky for you, we’re here to help. We’ve compiled a list of 21 sports bars all over Atlanta that are great for watching the game, catching up with friends, and enjoying some dang good food. 

One of the things that makes Atlanta a Great American City is our Black history and culture. And dining at locally-owned, minority-owned businesses is a great (and delicious) way to support Atlanta’s fabric. Here are some of the best Black-owned restaurants in Atlanta!

They’re bringing the star power, but will the food dazzle your tastebuds too? You decide! Here’s a list of Atlanta’s celebrity owned restaurants, in alphabetical order. 

Atlanta is so much more than fried chicken and fried green tomatoes (though we have got some GREAT places for those as well). It also features global cuisine from all over the world, including the varied flavors from all the different regions of China. Whether you want Szechuan spice, xiao long bao, dim sum, or orange chicken, there’s no shortage of places to visit in Atlanta for your next Chinese food fix!  

It’s time to eat, ladies! Here are some of our favorite restaurants in and around the perimeter for a girl’s night out!