Atlanta Dining and Restaurant Guides from The AJC Team

Cars parked outside of the Varsity Drive-In restaurant, with the downtown skyline in the background in 1985. (AJC file)

Taste local history at 25 of Atlanta’s longest-running restaurants

The diversity of Atlanta is reflected in its restaurants, some of which have been serving up good meals for decades.

Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant Lazy Betty loses co-executive chef

Chef Aaron Philips, one half of the chef duo that led Midtown fine-dining institution Lazy Betty to wide acclaim, has left the restaurant.

RESTAURANT REVIEW

At 1678 Omakase, price is the hook. Does the sushi tasting menu land?

The value proposition for 1678 Omakase is right in its name: The Brookhaven sushi restaurant serves a 16-course omakase dinner for just $78.

RECIPE

Cabbage is having its minute — make this recipe in less than 15

From Southern buffets to kimchi, cabbage is as versatile as it is delicious. See for yourself with this quick and easy stir-fry recipe.

Michelin-starred Spring’s limited reopening, more from Atlanta’s dining scene

Several new restaurants will debut soon in Marietta, a chef is recognized by the state Assembly and more happenings from the Atlanta restaurant scene.

Georgia chef named one of Time100 Most Influential People for 2026

Acclaimed chef Mashama Bailey of The Grey in Savannah and L’Arrêt by The Grey in Paris is honored on Time's annual list of world’s most influential leaders.

ROUNDUP REVIEW

3 new coffee shops where culture is as strong as the brew

This week’s Roundup Review explores three new coffee shops, each with a strong cultural identity and limited food options. One stood out for coffee's depth of flavor.

Atlanta photographer turned entrepreneur makes a big move

Lifestyle photographer Heidi Harris has created a line of colorful light stands after she couldn’t find any on the market.

This 2-ingredient cocktail’s sophistication comes from pure simplicity

Atlanta drinkers are rediscovering the Kir, a classic French cocktail made with cassis liqueur and dry white wine.

New Funwoody restaurant, World Cup Popsicle flavors and more from Atlanta’s food scene

A new European-style tea room opened, Atlanta's airport was recognized for its food, a Buckhead espresso bar has closed and more.

EXCLUSIVE

Alpharetta lands new concept from the team behind Buena Vida Tapas, Chicheria

The restaurant will launch with a fully gluten-free, seafood-forward menu and a tequila program this summer.