Atlanta can be a daunting city to visit.
For starters, it’s enormous, especially when considering the entire metropolitan region. Visitors will likely need a car, and the summers can be hot.
As a result, for many people, Atlanta is merely a connection point on a flight, rather than a destination. Not surprising, considering transportation led to the creation of Atlanta, a city not situated on a river or a significant body of water.
The city’s location was selected because it was at the end of a major rail line (hence the city’s original name: Terminus). But the city has a great history.
From the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement to the 1996 Summer Olympics, the “Gate City” has always found itself at the forefront of global events. Despite its size and geographic footprint, it is possible to take in the city’s must-see attractions over a long weekend or a few short days, but visitors can explore it for as long as they would like.
Perhaps best of all, it’s home to incredible food.
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Antica Posta Tuscan Restaurant & Bar
Bistro Niko
Bones Restaurant
Bones opened in 1979 with a mission to offer the best service, steaks, and seafood. Since then, it’s been acknowledged as the top steakhouse in Atlanta and, according to many, the best in the country. It serves prime beef, fresh seafood, Maine lobster, and regional delicacies.
Bones is widely known for hosting business lunches and dinners. For the past 16 years, Bones has received the Best of Atlanta Steakhouse Award every year. Zagat has recognized Bones with the highest rating for food and service of any steakhouse in the country.
Boone’s
Overlooking the scenic Bobby Jones Golf Course along Tanyard Creek in Buckhead, Boone’s offers high-quality service and new American cuisine in an inviting atmosphere. Executive Chef Jason Stern creates changing, approachable menus defined by local availability and feature health-focused, sustainable ingredients. Guests can explore Boone’s curated and signature cocktails, a wide variety of craft beers on tap, and a distinctive wine-by-the-glass and bottle list from around the world.
Canoe
Chef Gerry Klaskala, Ron San Martin and George McKerrow opened Canoe on the banks of the Chattahoochee River in Vinings in 1995.
It has evolved into one of the best restaurants in Atlanta.
Cooks & Soldiers
Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q
Hal’s The Steakhouse
Heirloom Market BBQ
Jack’s New Yorker Deli
Jack’s New Yorker Deli was established in Vinings in 2002 to create a New York-style deli with a Southern Charm twist.
Initially, its menu was simple, serving Reubens and cheesesteaks with pickles and chips. Over time, as its popularity grew, the restaurant expanded its menu to include various options, such as tasty breakfast dishes and gourmet salads.
Joey D’s Oak Room
Kevin Rathbun Steak
Local Three Kitchen and Bar
Chris Hall, Todd Mussman, and Ryan Turner, the brains behind Local Three Kitchen and Bar, first met in 2005. At the time, Hall was a chef at Sundial restaurant, while Mussman and Turner had just opened Muss & Turner’s in Smyrna.
They soon developed the idea for Local Three.
Initially, they planned to open in 2008 in the Medici building across from their current location. However, the recession caused the government to seize the building, and progress halted. Over the next few years, the trio searched for a new space and eventually took over Joel Brasserie, formerly Joel Restaurant, in 2010.
With the help of local architects Ai3 and Tracy Hartley, they spent the summer and fall renovating the dining room. Local Three opened in December 2010 and has consistently ranked as one of the best restaurants in Atlanta, serving fresh food and boasting a top-notch bourbon bar.
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