Atlanta Restaurant Scene
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A new day, even now: Nowruz at Rumi’s Kitchen in Atlanta - Clone

At Rumi's Kitchen in Atlanta, Nowruz isn't just a celebration of the Persian New Year, it's a survival tactic. The holiday takes on a deeper meaning amidst the war in Iran.

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Savannah Dining News April 2026

Savannah welcomes acclaimed chef, new steakhouse and more coastal dining news

Chef Panos Watermelon Salad
RECIPE

Make Chef Pano’s easy watermelon and feta salad to welcome spring

AAJC 040326 brunch cocktails

The ultimate brunch beverage station

AAJC 040226 Spring buying guide

Your spring shopping guide: 15 must-have spring foodie items made in Georgia

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Atlanta’s 50 best restaurants

The Atlanta 50 is back. AJC dining critics Ligaya Figueras and Henri Hollis guide you to where food, drink, service and atmosphere combine for the best metro restaurants.

Global Dining Guide

Plan your international food tour in Atlanta: Around the world in 63 dishes

Get ready to plan your international food tour! ...

Destination Diners

Check out 33 Georgia diners worth the trip

Get ready to plan your diner road trip! The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s first statewide dining guide is a celebration of diners throughout Georgia.

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Keeping Atlanta’s institutional restaurants

Preserving Atlanta’s beloved restaurants is a balancing act

RECIPE

For a fresh spring gimlet, make this thyme-infused cocktail from Miller Union

Atlanta farmers markets 101: A guide for first-time shoppers

Cuevacia review
RESTAURANT REVIEW

Cuevacia brings a magical, modern Mexican grotto to Midtown Atlanta

Big Boi partners with Impossible Foods for free concert & more Atlanta events

7 Atlanta pop-ups you can’t miss this week

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Where to eat at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Meet Georgia’s oldest candy company

RECIPE

How to make Psito’s Lemon Potatoes at home

AAJC 032126 farmers markets

Your 2026 guide to Atlanta’s local farmers markets

Garnishes take center stage at these Atlanta cocktail bars

RECIPE

Flavor boosters make tasty white turkey chili in minutes

Savannah Dining News April 2026

Savannah welcomes acclaimed chef, new steakhouse and more coastal dining news

Atlanta adds 14 new restaurants in March, with nearly as many closures

A long-awaited restaurant opens in Inman Park and more from Atlanta’s food scene

Jose Andres

Georgia Tech gives chef Jose Andres $100K prize; more from Atlanta’s food scene

Umi announces second location opening in New York City

Eats reopens in West End and more from Atlanta’s dining scene

Jagger Suite Opening

Glitzy rooftop bar now open downtown and more from metro Atlanta’s restaurant scene

Rising Son to close this month after 10 years in Avondale Estates

Cafes, bakeries and bagel shops dominate metro Atlanta’s restaurant openings

Atlanta Dishes to Try
AAJC 032926 April Dishes

4 dishes to try in Atlanta this month: Global cuisine in your neighborhood

March dishes

4 dishes to try in Atlanta this month: ‘Forest adventure’ to Greek lasagna

AAJC Feb dishes

From appetizer to dessert, 4 dishes to try this February

AAJC January Dishes

4 comforting dishes to try this January

120725 december dishes

4 standout dishes to try in December

AAJC November Dishes

4 restaurant dishes that taste like fall

Dishes of the Month - Oct. 2025

Roasted artichokes, patty melt empanadas and more dishes to try in October

AAJC 080325 august dishes - Peach Pizza from Indaco

Peach pizza, a fancy anchovy sandwich and other dishes to try this month