Restaurant with formally arranged tables set against dark gray walls decorated with paintings at Mary Mac's Tea Room

Located in Midtown, Mary Mac’s has been an Atlanta institution since 1945. Interwoven with the history of the city itself, the eatery opened post World War II, when women restauranteurs were blocked by prejudice and touting the name “tea room” was a means of making female entrepreneurship palatable to Southern society. This simple eatery has […]

Colorful seating area furnished with emerald sofas; pink walls covered with mirrors, paintings and photographs at Parlor

A classy and sexy cocktail den, at The Parlor pre-Prohibition era meets chic. It’s the perfect destination for a mature vibe, nightcap, or place to begin a wilder evening. Parlor’s ambiance—Black art aesthetic, comfy sofas, and live DJ who always keeps the volume at the right volume—curates an aura of intimacy and sultriness from start […]

Close up shot of a chandelier lighted restaurant at The Painted Duck

The Painted Duck is the second one-of-a-kind outlet from the team behind luxury bowling alley the Painted Pin. The venue offers an upscale dining and drinking experience alongside a diverse selection of gaming options. Think less board games and trivia, more fancy bowling, faaancier Belgian feather bowling, shuffleboard, snookball, and more, all set in a […]

Hotdogs at The Original Hotdog Factory

With several appearances in past episodes of Real Housewives of Atlanta giving it a touch of celebrity, this eatery offers a delicious variety of artisanal hot dogs, transforming an American BBQ staple into a gourmet escape. The hotdogs are as diverse as they are creative, reflecting different regions and ethnic cuisines such as the Detroit […]

Injera at Chef Winnie's Kitchen

Inspired by the culinary genius of her homeland, Chef Woinshet “Winnie” Legesse Emory invites Atlanta to taste true Ethiopian flavors. With recipes handed down from her ancestors as well as dishes influenced by Atlanta’s own eclectic communities, the food is guaranteed to both delight and surprise. While the menu is grounded in Ethiopian cooking, expect […]

Restaurant with earth toned decor at Politan Row at Colony Square

Sleek, robust, and unique, Politan Row captivates all who enter with its ingenious upscale food hall concept. With diverse food stalls offering a smorgasbord of entrees from tandoori pizza to jerk chicken, each stop is a different experience yet communicates Politan’s celebration of being “a citizen within a diverse community.” And with that community being […]

Interior shot of blue and silver themed restaurant at Nouveau Bar and Grill

Melanin central College Park is naturally home to our folks, and Nouveau Bar and Grill fits right in. This Black-owned restaurant serves delicious American comfort food in a casual yet sexy atmosphere arrayed in sleek grey and black tones. The eatery is chic yet versatile, and can adapt to a wide variety of vibes with […]

Nine mile rooftop at Sunrise

Located in stylish Ponce City Market, “breezy” and trendy sum up Nine Mile Station. By virtue of its rooftop location, this eatery is a prime destination for views of Atlanta, and the country-luxe decor perfectly compliments the city skyline. The restaurant pays homage to the history of ATL by preserving the memory of the eponymous […]

Interior of brightly painted restaurant furnished with dark, wooden chairs at Negril Village Nyc

Negril Village ATL delineates itself from its New York location by orchestrating a delightful Jamaica-meets-the-South experience. From the classic dark woods to the polished bar to the golden chandeliers, Negril is the essence of opulence. The menu boasts Caribbean staples such as jerk chicken, curry goat, and escoveitch fish while paying tribute to the South […]

Diners at an ice- themed restaurant painted blue and light grey at Ms. Icey's

“Where old school meets new school” just about sums up the vintage setting of Ms. Icey’s Kitchen & Bar. The moment you walk in, you instantly feel the nostalgia of the ‘80s and ‘90s. Black hip-hop icons Notorious B.I.G, Aaliyah, and more greet you from the walls. The decor tastefully melds graffiti with contemporary design, […]