Arnette’s Chop Shop is a word-of-mouth kind of place. You’d have no reason to venture this far back on Apple Valley Road in Brookhaven unless you were planning to sup here. Well, you could be dropping off your pup at the doggie day care next door. Otherwise, it’s because you’re lost. Continue at The AJC… Read More »
by Lauren Townsend for The Aha! Connection
The stars aligned and Peggy, Audra and I were all free for lunch on the same day and time, so we decided to try the newly opened, Zinburger on Ashford Dunwoody. I’ve been trying to work out and eat better, so it is moments like this that I have been preparing…and cue Kelly Clarkson.… Read More »
Dunwoody’s Urban Redevelopment Agency voted Sept. 5 to a contract extension with Crim Development on its planned purchase of Dunwoody Green as the developer continues to seek tenants for the restaurant and retail space. Continue at Reporter Newspapers… Read More »
By Lauren Townsend for The Aha! Connection
The Braves play this weekend and it would be a great opportunity to check out the refined yet approachable style of Achie’s. Brought to you by Culinary Director, Hugh Acheson and Executive Chef, Alex Balduc, Achie’s offers southern inspired food and drink with a variety of atmospheres within the restaurant.… Read More »
A restaurant specializing in a 32-oz., 45-day dry-aged steak called the Double Eagle is set to open later this month in Dunwoody. Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse will open for dinner only on Sept. 19 and for lunch and dinner beginning Sept. 20 on the bottom floor of the State Farm headquarters at 236 Perimeter Center Pkwy.… Read More »
Nearly six months after opening, Sandy Springs eatery Crafthall Kitchen is tweaking its concept to speed up the ordering process and simplify the experience. Gone are the separate menus for the business’s four separate concepts. Also gone are the self-ordering kiosks which many patrons lamented slowed down the ordering process. The renovations were made over the weekend and the restaurant was expected to return to normal business hours and debut their new look Monday September 10. … Read More »
Zinburger Perimeter will open its doors, at 4555 Ashford Dunwoody Road, September 18, according to a press release Tuesday. Continue at What Now Atlanta… Read More »
by Lauren Townsend for The Aha! Connection
Let’s talk about Cafe Sababa. I’m not sure how I didn’t know about this little gem until my friend, Felicia, mentioned it. I’ve walked past it numerous times on the way to Simply Thai, another one of my Dunwoody favorites. Cafe Sababa offers Mediterranean and middle eastern dishes made fresh and super delicious.… Read More »
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When it opened in 2000, Buford Highway’s Plaza Fiesta was among the first shopping malls in the U.S. marketed specifically to Latinos. Today, the 350,000-square-foot compound attracts more than four million visitors each year. In addition to its nearly 300 shops—offering everything from quinceañera dresses to glittering belt buckles to tarot readings—Plaza Fiesta houses a television studio, a fitness center, healthcare providers, and what claims to be the largest indoor playground in Georgia.… Read More »
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A popular Dunwoody Mexican restaurant failed its recent health inspection with a variety of issues, including a “slime substance” on soda gun nozzles and raw beef stored in “Thank You” bags. Continue at the AJC… Read More »
A number of entities related to Atlanta-based restaurant chain Sage Woodfire Tavern filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The chain, previously known as “Infinite Dining Group,” operates four Sage locations: on Haynes Bridge Road in Alpharetta, on Ashford Dunwoody Road across from Perimeter Mall, on Windy Hill Road not far from SunTrust Park, and on Peachtree Road in Buckhead. … Read More »
Atlanta Eats is filming at BlueTop on Thursday, August 2nd. Go for lunch between 12:00pm – 2:00pm for a chance to be featured on Atlanta Eats, Atlanta’s favorite foodie show!… Read More »
Pho 24 is opening in the Square One apartments just up the road from the upcoming City Springs development Continue at Eater Atlanta… Read More »
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2. Peach cobbler. This summertime dessert staple makes an appearance on the menu at Il Giallo Osteria & Bar in Sandy Springs. Pastry chef Libby Muldawer created the dish, called Crostata de Pesca, which is a Southern peach cobber served warm, with vanilla gelato. Classic, simple and oh so gooey and good. … Read More »
By Lauren Townsend for The Aha! Connection
My new favorite place to lunch. I’m not sure why I haven’t tried this place sooner; probably because the idea of my child with selective hearing cooking her own food in a pot of boiling broth makes my eye twitch. Spoiler alert…it went really well. Hot pot is a Chinese method of cooking a variety of foods in broth at the table.… Read More »
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