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Atlanta, GA
Yelping SinceMarch 2008
My HometownAtlanta, GA
My Favorite MovieGone With The Wind
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After reading several glowing reviews and hearing about their fried chicken in the AJC, I decided to give Matthews a try for lunch. First of all, their fried chicken is good, but not the best in Atlanta. However, the macaroni and cheese is some of the best I've had in the city. They have good sweet tea, too. Tucker is a bit of a drive for lunch, so I don't see myself becoming a regular, but if you live and/or work in the Tucker area, it's definitely worth a visit.
I ate lunch at Guthrie's for the first time yesterday. As an ITP'er, I find Zaxby's one of the few reason to go outside I-285, so my expectations were high. It's not quite as good as Zaxby's, but it's pretty darn close. The sauce is really good, as is the Texas toast. As other Yelpers have mentioned, the menu is limited- chicken fingers, fries, and wings are pretty much the only things they offer. But I suppose the old adage is true- if you're going to do one thing, do it well. And Guthrie's does.
We tried La Fonda for the first time last night and I have to say I was underwhelmed. The service was good, but the food was definitely mediocre. The salsa was tasty, but it went downhill from there as our meal progressed. I had the tacos and my other half had the quesadilla. Both were topped with an odd sauce that seemed to permeate the entire dish. The rice and beans didn't seem to be as flavorful as other places, either. I don't think we'll be rushing back.
699 Ponce De Leon Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404) 249-9020
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404) 249-9020
Cameli's Gourmet Pizza Joint
Category: Pizza
I've walked past Cameli's countless times but didn't eat there for the first time until today. My other half and I had the calzone lunch special and I was quite impressed. The food came out hot and the people behind the counter were very pleasant. I'll definitely be back to try their pizza.
We ordered Athens Pizza for the first time last night. The pizza was just OK. It didn't seem as flavorful as some other local places. The delivery was fast and our driver was very friendly and courteous. It was pretty cheap, too, thanks to a coupon I found on the cover of the Savvy Shopper. We didn't have traditional Greek toppings, so that might have been part of the reason I was underwhelmed. Not the worst pizza I've ever had but not the best, either.
502 Amsterdam Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30306
(404) 892-2227
Atlanta, GA 30306
(404) 892-2227
Amsterdam Cafe
Categories: Restaurants, Gay Bars
Neighborhood: Virginia Highlands
I had forgotten until recently how much I really like Amsterdam. The drinks are strong, the bartenders do their job well, and the atmosphere makes the place seem friendly and welcoming. The crowd is not too old, not too young- just right. Show tunes on Tuesdays are especially fun!
My other half and I wanted to learn how to play craps, so we decided to have dinner at Burkhart's before our gambling lesson. I had seen other people eat here before, but I hadn't tried the food. I was pleasantly surprised. I had steak and my other half had the fried shrimp. They were both really good and cheap. We both ate for under $20. We probably won't make it a regular dining spot, but if you want a quick bite before the Armorettes, it's definitely a viable alternative.
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9/7/2008
Regardless of where we start the evening, we almost always end up at Burkhart's. The drinks are strong, the drag queens manage to be campy and fierce at the same time, the crowd is usually friendly, and Miss Lauren deals a mean hand of blackjack. They do have a full menu which allows them to circumvent Georgia's archaic liquor laws and stay open on Sunday, but I've never eaten the food. I've been coming to Burkhart's since I moved back to Atlanta after college in 1996, and it is always a good time. And, yes, I do eat the popcorn.
I've heard people talk about Six Feet Under for a while, but I had never been until Friday night. The seating system which calls your cell phone is neat. It's much more effective than a microphone system or- worse yet- someone walking all over the restaurant yelling people's names. The menu is varied, but pretty much everything is fried. It would have been nice to have some grilled or broiled choices. The food is plentiful and comes out hot, and the service was excellent. You'll definitely leave full.
I will admit it- I am a fan of Cowtippers. I eat there more often than I would like to admit. The service is usually good, their burgers and salads are excellent, and they score extra points for their drinks. I wish their menu was a little more extensive, but it's going strong for well over a decade, so I guess if it ain't broke, don't fix it. It's an especially fun venue for group outings and birthdays. They accommodate large groups very well.
I sometimes wish Yelp would let you give half-stars, because Oga's is better than a three, but not quite a four. Because I am the best boyfriend in the world, I ended up across the street from Oga's around lunchtime today. They always bring me a menu when I sit down, even though the choices are on whiteboards at either side of the restaurant. The waitress came over, brought my sweet tea, and I ordered. The food was fast. Very fast. The food at Oga's is nothing special- it's your basic meat and vegetable place. I personally think the food at some of the other places in the area is better, but the service at Oga's is always good and my food comes out fast and hot. The next time you are on PIB getting you car fixed and you have a little time to kill, Oga's is worth a visit.
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