The vibrant dining scene in the Atlanta metro area continues to evolve with the recent openings of several exciting restaurants, marking a busy period for food enthusiasts in the region.
Belén Bistro + Market Argentina recently launched on Decatur Square, bringing a taste of Argentine cuisine to the community.
From the celebrated team behind Belén de la Cruz, this new restaurant features a menu filled with empanadas, provoleta, chorizo, steaks, and a curated selection of Argentinean wines, making it a compelling destination for those seeking authentic flavors.
The bistro is located at 115 Sycamore St., Decatur and can be reached at 470-990-7052 or through their website at belenbistro.com.
Another addition to the local dining scene is Bomb Biscuit, which opened its doors in Grant Park on May 30 after relocating from its original spot on Highland Avenue.
Under the helm of chef Erika Council, Bomb Biscuit has garnered acclaim from various esteemed organizations, including the James Beard Foundation and the Michelin Guide.
The new restaurant occupies a space formerly held by Woodward and Park, located at 519 Memorial Drive, Atlanta. For inquiries, call 678-949-9439 or visit bombbiscuitatl.com.
Meanwhile, coffee enthusiasts can indulge in Brash Coffee, which began serving from its vintage coffee truck, the Beast, at Halcyon, on May 23.
The charming location can be found at 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, and further details are available at visithalcyon.com.
In Brookhaven, Chico Cantina made its debut in late May.
This Mexican restaurant is operated by chef Mimmo Alboumeh, also known for Botica in Buckhead.
Chico Cantina is situated at 705 Town Blvd., Brookhaven and can be contacted at 404-963-1356 or eatchico.com.
Another noteworthy coffee shop, Cafe Comma, opened its second location in Sandy Springs in late May.
With a menu focused on tea, matcha, espresso drinks, savory toasts, and pastries, Cafe Comma aims to provide a cozy experience for customers at its 6125 Roswell Road address.
For more information, visit atlcafecomma.com.
A significant opening took place at the Grand Hyatt Buckhead with the launch of The Fabled, a lounge that serves lunch, dinner, and drinks.
Featuring a menu that emphasizes small plates made from locally sourced ingredients, The Fabled offers unique dishes, including Kurobuta pork belly with hot honey glaze and wild mushroom soup with roasted Ellijay mushrooms and black truffle.
You can find them at 3300 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta by calling 404-237-1234 or checking hyatt.com.
In the realm of casual dining, Fire Maker Grill opened inside the Fire Maker taproom in West Midtown, showcasing a combination of great food and craft beverages.
Located at 975 Chattahoochee Ave. NW, Atlanta, Fire Maker can be reached at 678-705-8777 or firemakerbeer.com for additional offerings.
Gusto, the fast-casual chain famous for its bowls and wraps, recently inaugurated its 13th location in Sharpsburg on May 29.
This addition can be found at 100 Fischer Marketplace Ln., Sharpsburg, and interested guests can call 470-483-1902 or visit whatsyourgusto.com.
Duluth welcomed Hey Yogurt, a health-focused yogurt-based drink chain, which opened on May 1.
This unique spot is located at 3512 Satellite Blvd. and offers a refreshing menu aimed at health-conscious consumers.
For further inquiries, call 470-433-8692 or check heyyogurtus.com.
In the realm of sushi, Neko made its entry in West Midtown on May 15.
Offering a more accessible omakase experience with fewer courses, this restaurant is brought to life by the team behind Omakase Table and Ryokou.
Neko takes over the space that previously housed the first location of Omakase Table, which has now moved to Buckhead.
For delightful sushi offerings, head to 788 West Marietta Street, Atlanta.
You can reach Neko at 404-680-8968 or through resy.com.
NFA Burger also marked a significant expansion in Alpharetta, unveiling its second full-service location at the Avalon development on May 8.
This growth follows a successful run from its former 100-square-foot location in a Dunwoody gas station.
The new restaurant features an enhanced dining experience with indoor and outdoor seating, a bar, TVs, and a takeout window located On the Green at 3180 Avalon Blvd., Alpharetta.
For more details, call 770-272-2735 or navigate to nfaburger.com.
Adding to the flavorful mix, Phew’s Pies announced a new stall in downtown Atlanta’s Municipal Market, officially opening on May 23.
This pizza pop-up is noted for its signature lemon pepper wet pie and can be found at 209 Edgewood Ave. SE, Atlanta.
For inquiries, reach Phew’s Pies at 470-338-0658 or visit phewpies.com.
Also new to the area is Rosetta Bakery, an Italian chain that recently opened its first Georgia location at Two Buckhead Plaza.
Following a successful expansion in Florida and New York, Rosetta serves a variety of Italian baked goods, coffee, focaccia, and more.
This delightful establishment is located at 3050 Peachtree Road NW, Atlanta.
You can call them at 404-205-5588 or browse rosettabakery.com for additional information.
Rreal Tacos expanded with a new spot in downtown Lawrenceville on May 19, marking their ninth location in the metro area.
Find Rreal Tacos at 30 S. Clayton St., Lawrenceville and explore their offerings through 470-709-2704 or rrealtacos.com.
At the beginning of May, Side Saddle Wine Saloon opened in Atlanta’s Boulevard Heights neighborhood, embracing the concept of a fine dining experience without pretentiousness.
Sitting next to its sister restaurant, Finca to Filter, Side Saddle aims to provide an elegant yet relaxed atmosphere directly adjacent to the latter.
The address for Side Saddle is 680 Hamilton Ave. SE, Atlanta, and they maintain an active presence on Instagram.
Another noteworthy new offering comes from Smash, Burgers by Vice, which celebrated its grand opening on May 17 in Milton.
Chef Nick Leahy’s vision showcases pasture-to-plate dining with beef sourced from local cattle.
You can find Smash at 3100 Heritage Walk, Milton, with additional information available at smashbyvice.com.
Uno Mas Taqueria and Cantina launched on May 22 in Buckhead, located next to Little Alley Steak within the One Alliance Center office complex.
This bustling taqueria from STHRN Hospitality Co. serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the week, opening from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
For more details, contact them at 404-237-8969 or unomas-atl.com.
Adding to the vibrant culinary landscape, Voagies, a vegan hoagie shop conceived by Pinky Cole of Slutty Vegan fame, opened on May 24 in Atlanta’s Westview neighborhood.
This sandwich shop revitalizes the original location of Slutty Vegan and has been in development for six years.
Voagies is situated at 1542 Ralph D. Abernathy Blvd., Atlanta, and you can find more updates via their Instagram.
Lastly, Yeppa & Co., the casual Italian dining spot from the creators of Forza Storico and Storico Fresco, opened its second location on the Eastside Trail of the Atlanta Beltline on May 20.
The restaurant can be found at 667 Auburn Ave. NE, Atlanta and additional information is available at yeppaco.com.
However, along with these exciting openings, May also brought news of notable restaurant closures.
Bar Vegan closed on May 5 at Ponce City Market, followed by Bartaco shutting its West Midtown location after 11 years on Cinco de Mayo.
Bastone, an Italian restaurant celebrated for its fresh mozzarella, also closed due to fundamental business challenges.
Inman Park’s Char Korean Bar & Grill closed after nine years, while Jekyll Brewing ceased operations on May 11 across its various locations.
Social Bites Food Hub unexpectedly closed on May 11, and Taco Mac finished its nearly 50-year run at its original Virginia-Highland location.
The dining landscape in Atlanta continues to shift with these new establishments and closures, promising an ever-evolving culinary experience for residents and visitors alike.
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