Dekalb Farmers Market

3000 E Ponce De Leon Ave
Decatur, GA 30030

Michelle C. writes: I am lucky enough that I live close enough to here to use it as my regular grocery store; It also serves, like this evening, as my psychiatrist. I spend less $$, have better variety, fresher produce and hard to find goods. I have been shopping here…

The Brick Store Pub

125 E Court Sq
Decatur, GA 30030

Captain D. writes: Oh Brick Store, you saucy wench... why don't I love you more?

Let me be counting the STARS....

STAR #1 & #2
First you tempt me with your heady Eurotrash beers, full of punk and lightning... a full naval skirmish in your mouth, your throat, your brain.…

Fox Theatre
Neighborhood: Midtown

660 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta, GA 30308

Lauren S. writes: Oh I love the Fox. I can't believe they once thought of tearing this beauty down.

I am reminded of when I was in elementary school and we went there to see The Nutcracker. I was in awe of the beautiful dancers, but also the theatre itself. The…

Piedmont Park
Neighborhood: Midtown

1071 Piedmont Avenue N.E.
Atlanta, GA 31132

Sarah B. writes: Great place to run into friends, have an impromptu race, pet other peoples' dogs and see "interesting people."  We usually sit at our favorite spot---the clubhouse turn*---and wax poetic.  

*Although there's technically no "clubhouse" at this turn, it…

Fat Matt's Rib Shack

1811 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30324

Bucky K. writes: I've never liked ribs. Ever. It's too much work with too little payoff. On top of that it's too messy. That was until I met the ghost of Fat Matt... duh duh DDUUUHHH!!!!. Gather around and I shall tell you the tale.

In the middle of a sunny day in…

Willy's Mexicana Grill
Neighborhood: Midtown

1071 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Jennifer M. writes: I drive around a lot for my job and usually get lunch on the company when I'm out and about.  About 90% of the time I go to Willy's and the other 10% I hit up Moe's because Willy's can't be found for another 60 miles.   I have been in south Georgia…

Fogo De Chao Churrascaria
Neighborhood: Buckhead

3101 Piedmont Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30305

Valentina V. writes: Graduation time is approaching and, of course, my family will be in town to join me in the what will be a "glorious" finale, after two intense years in art school.

So when the phrase "Dad is coming to town" buzzes in my ear, Fogo de Chao, the…

Baraonda Italian Restaurant
Neighborhood: Midtown

710 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta, GA 30308

Drew W. writes: I usually keep my Italian/pizza outings low-key, but I decided to give Baraonda a try before a show at the Fox. I've had some less than stellar experiences at "gourmet" pizza establishments (yes, I'm looking right at you Piebar). Baraonda was a nice…

Sweetwater Brewing Co
Neighborhood: Buckhead

195 Ottley Dr NE
Atlanta, GA 30324

Jim W. writes: Enduring a post Marta Pub Crawl hangover, I made my way over to the Sweetwater 11th Anniversary Party on a gorgeous Sunday afternoon.  The place is a bit hard to find and I have to admit I was a little worried while driving under the overpasses and…

Bone's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Buckhead

3130 Piedmont Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30305

Melissa L. writes: Suits!  Ties!  These are my first thoughts as I walk into the dark entranceway of Bone's at lunchtime.  I honestly can't remember the last time I saw so many men in suits in a restaurant at lunch.  And you know what?  I liked it!  

In a city with a…

Starlight Six Drive-In & Flea Market

2000 Moreland Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30316

Travy T. writes: Dare I say it?  This is the perfect date spot in Atlanta!  There, I did it.  

I know that the statement above is a strong one, but I really belive it to be true!    It can be romantic, it can be goofy, it can be steamy, but it is always alot of fun!  …

Wisteria
Neighborhood: Inman Park

471 N Highland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307

Leah F. writes: I was hoping for a deliciously romantic dinner with the mister when I made a reservation to Wisteria for Friday night.  Maybe Friday night isn't the best night to go.  When we arrived, the place was buzzing with patrons, servers, and lots'o'noise.  I…

Souper Jenny
Neighborhood: Buckhead

56 E Andrews Dr NW Ste 22
Atlanta, GA 30305

Leah F. writes: My favorite thing about Souper Jenny's is the mismatched bowls and plates.  There is just something so homey and so endearing about the colorfully odd assortment of dishes!  I also love the vegetable soup...it's so good and chunky, and it's nice to…

Fado Irish Pub
Neighborhood: Buckhead

279 Buckhead Ave.
Atlanta, GA 30305

Adam R. writes: I have not been to many places up in Buckhead in awhile so I was excited to check this place out. It is a new building so it was very nice inside. We had a table on the middle floor which was just a small area between downstairs and patio upstairs.

We…

Five Seasons Brewing

5600 Roswell Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30342

Lauren S. writes: I promised a friend who very much loves Five Seasons that I would withhold my review from my first visit about 2 months ago until now, when I could visit a second time last night. I am extremely glad I did because after yesterday I can't say that I…

The Flying Biscuit Cafe
Neighborhood: Candler Park

1655 McLendon Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307

Arnab M. writes: OMG I loved The Flying Biscuit Cafe right from the flamboyant host right until I picked up the check for myself and my relatives. Their food is delicious, the portions are generous and they have a lot of variety. My relatives are fairly strict…

Martin Luther King Jr Center

450 Auburn Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30312

InfodivaMLIS B. writes: Yo Martin. Happy Birthday To Ya. I am singing the Stevie Wonder Song for you.
You have always inspired me. I remember crying about your assassination at age 11 years old. It just hit me how hateful and evil White Supremacists are.  I cried…

Henri's Bakery
Neighborhood: Buckhead

61 Irby Ave NW
Atlanta, GA 30305

Dad B. writes: Smoked Turkey on their (in house) whole wheat bread. Roast beef second. Mustard, mayo and yes pickles. That white wax paper wrapper around your sandwich is the ultimate sensory precursor. MUST HAVE THUMBPRINT COOKIES. Don't be fooled by the pretty…

Manuel's Tavern
Neighborhood: Inman Park

602 N Highland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307

Maigh .. writes: Brunch, bitches.

What - you think I'm kidding?

Manuel's brunch is one of the best kept secrets in Atlanta.  Screw those stand-in-line-on-the-side walk-till-your-legs-fall- asleep places like Flying Biscuit - Manny's does the trick.

I've never had such…

Variety Playhouse
Neighborhood: Little Five Points

1099 Euclid Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307

Robert M. writes: Jonathan Richman (with no Modern Lovers)...5 stars.

Sparce Atlanta Crowd...1 star.

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Vortex Bar & Grill
Neighborhood: Little Five Points

438 Moreland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307

Jill B. writes: Ahh, Vortex... how my tatse buds love you and my thighs hate you.  I've had many of their burgers (I'm currently loving the Artichoke burger) and the grilled cheese.  All good.  They also have a nice beer selection, and their beer prices are totally…

Daddy D'z
Neighborhood: Grant Park

264 Memorial Dr SE
Atlanta, GA 30312

Mark T. writes: A SWEET, BLOOD RED SPLATTER DOT the size of a pinhead gave it all away. Standing there, I tried my hardest to beat back the smile creeping across my face. I didn't stay home - I couldn't, not tonight - nothing drives me away from my laptop like an…

The Cheetah
Neighborhood: Midtown

887 Spring St NW
Atlanta, GA 30308

Alicia W. writes: I've been coming to this place for over 5 years now, maybe longer. Day shift only though. I've been a couple of times at night and during special events, and if you don't arrive early or come in during the day and stay into the night you will NOT…

Green's Beverage Stores

737 Ponce De Leon Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30306

Deanna J. writes: Much like abby g and other yelpers mention.. yeah, parking ain't cool.  But the 'just park in the friggin' Kroger lot' tip that everyone has mentioned is the way to go.

Green's is a bit of a sociologist's dream come true - all walks of life shop here…

Buford Highway Farmer's Market

5600 Buford Hwy NE
Atlanta, GA 30340

rob s. writes: If you're Asian, I'm sure you've been here already.  Loads of goodies.  The only supa where a six pack of Singha Beer isn't over $7.00.  It's just fun browsing each aisle, seriously.  Loads and loads of everything you can imagine.  Go to the seafood…

Joe's East Atlanta Coffee Shop
Neighborhood: East Atlanta Village

510 Flat Shoals Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30316

UN know N. writes: A GREAT PLACE BUT.....

THE FURNITURE REALLY SCARES ME.  

Don't get me wrong, I like the whole "thrown together, bohemian" feel of mismatched furniture placed together with odds and ends so that the place looks more like a thrift store than a coffee…

Richards Variety Store
Neighborhood: Buckhead

2347 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30305

steph p. writes: Where else can you get a jigsaw puzzle,  fart machine, a flower pot, board games, sewing supplies & kitchen gadgets,  the old school way in atlanta?!! It reminds me of the old Woolworth's on a smaller scale but no diner! It's total randomness and i…

Sam Flax Art & Design Store

1460 Northside Dr NW
Atlanta, GA 30318

Michael E. writes: OK, so this is an absolutely true story:  the first time I went to Sam Flax, I ran in just to get a picture frame. TWO HOURS LATER, I emerged with fancy paper, a wooden stick figure, three books about Dali, a diary (??!?!?), a pen that I still…

R Thomas Deluxe Grill
Neighborhood: Buckhead

1812 Peachtree St NW
Atlanta, GA 30309

Daniel A. writes: Let me start by saying this is the best hangover cure in the southeast. Let me further say regardless of  where you find yourself hungover, R Thomas' Deluxe Grill is worth the drive.

If you can make it past the college dive entrance and eclectic…

Criminal Records
Neighborhood: Little Five Points

466 Moreland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307

nikki k. writes: All I can say about this music store is that it makes you feel like Atreyu in "The Neverending Story"- the part where he has to prove his worth to make it through the two statues that will zap him into oblivion.  You cannot ask for the "wrong" cd…

Joel
Neighborhood: West Paces Ferry / Northside

3290 Northside Parkway
Atlanta, GA 30327

Sarah B. writes: Atlanta is losing another of its top chefs : (

Joel is following Sotohiro Kosugi and Guenter Seeger to NYC.  He leaves this summer for The Oak Room at the Plaza Hotel.  Booooooooo!

I've always enjoyed the atmosphere (post renovation), service and food…

Baton Bob
Neighborhood: Midtown

1071 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Chase C. writes: About 2 years ago I was having a really crappy day. I was coming home from work, & on my scooter at the intersection of Piedmont & Monroe. I look to my left, & see this short guy in a tutu twirling a baton.

Brain thinks: don't laugh. Today sucks.…

Cafe Sunflower Buckhead
Neighborhood: Buckhead

2140 Peachtree Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30309

Talib K. writes: A vegetarian/vegan restaurant that serves beer....they must have had me in mind.  For many years, Cafe Sunflower has been at the top of the heap of vege eateries.  The food is consistently good and the specials unique.  My fave is the Sloppy Joe…

Nuevo Laredo Cantina

1495 Chattahoochee Ave NW
Atlanta, GA 30318

Michael E. writes: ugh - i'm so full.  'nuff said.

Junior's Grill

Georgia Institute of Technology
225 North Ave NW
Atlanta, GA 30332

Brian M. writes: John K hits the nail on the head with his review, but I would add that Jr's has the best breakfast you can get for cheap. That, and all the "intangibles" make it a really great place to grab some food (mostly breakfast). One personal story from here…

The EARL
Neighborhood: East Atlanta Village

488 Flat Shoals Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30316

Liz L. writes: So I have this bad habit of almost fainting in really crowded, smoky places.  It's not something that I'm proud of, but it seems that my body has developed a finely tuned sense of the most inappropriate and embarrassing possibly places to faint, and…

The Tabernacle
Neighborhood: Downtown

152 Luckie St.
Atlanta, GA 30303

Falicia G. writes: I love this venue!  I saw The Roots here so my review is totally biased.  The show was off the hook!  The reason being that in the Tabernacle, you have a great view from everywhere!  Lupe Fiasco opened up and from the balcony, you could see that the…

Mac's Beer & Wine Midtown Liquor
Neighborhood: Midtown

21 Peachtree Place NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Adam R. writes: I love Mac's. Huge store with a massive selection in beer, wine, and liquor. I have found a lot of interesting things I had never heard of to try here.

A great place for anything you are looking for alcohol wise. Whether you just want a beer or are…

Dads Garage Theatre
Neighborhood: Inman Park

280 Elizabeth St NE
Ste C101
Atlanta, GA 30307

laura b. writes: So this is a theater in Atlanta known for its unconventional, funny, innovative theater and especially, really awesome improv.  Which you know is hard to do if you've ever sat through a performance of improv HELL and let's face it, we've all sat…

The Vortex Bar & Grill
Neighborhood: Midtown

878 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Lauren S. writes: If you're looking for the best burger in Atlanta served up by a tattooed and pierced waitress, this is the place for you. It's dark with motorcycle decor where you would expect greasy bar food but if you can get past all that, the yummyness that…