These are the more than 200 metro Atlanta restaurants that opened in 2024

Bronx Bagel Buggy. The New York-style bagel shop that started as a pop-up opened in Chamblee.

Celavi Kitchen and Bar. The restaurant opened in Marietta.

Cupcakin. The cupcake shop opened in the Colony Square development in Midtown.

El Indio. The Mexican restaurant opened another location in Roswell.

Harbor Coffee. The coffee shop opened in Inman Park.

Hell Yeah Gluten Free. The popular gluten-free bakery expanded with a second location in Decatur.

Marietta Proper. The ‘20s-themed bar and restaurant opened on the Marietta Square.

Paige’s Bistro. The Austell restaurant opened a location in Decatur that has since closed.

Peach State Pizza. Brothers David and Michael Cohen are behind this pizzeria in Avenue East Cobb in Marietta.

Perc Coffee. Atlanta coffee chain Perc opened a location in Tucker.

Peri Peri Grill. The African-Portuguese fusion restaurant opened a location in downtown Atlanta.

Press Waffle Co. The waffle chain opened a location at Avenue East Cobb in Marietta.

Prime on Peachtree. The fine-dining restaurant opened in Midtown.

Six Feet Under. The longtime Atlanta seafood restaurant relocated its Westside location to Cheshire Bridge Road.

Stereo. The listening room and bar opened on DeKalb Avenue.

Tacos & Tequila. The Mexican restaurant opened in Lawrenceville.

Tim Horton’s. The Canadian coffee shop opened a location in Midtown.

Tin Pin Game Bar. This arcade game bar opened next to Tin Lizzy’s in Marietta.

Todo Frito. The Venezuelan restaurant opened in Marietta.

Tossd and Slice. The salad and pizza concept opened in Brookhaven but has since closed.

Umma Kitchen. The Korean restaurant opened in the Midtown Promenade development.

Warm Waves Coffee. The Alpharetta coffee shop opened a second location in Suwanee.

Credit: From the Hip Photo

Credit: From the Hip Photo

February

42 Bar & Grill. The sports bar and lounge opened in the former Augustine’s space in Grant Park.

Ancestral Bottle Shop. The bottle shop dedicated to agave opened in the Westside Paper development.

Belen de la Cruz. The empanada eatery opened a location inside the Beltline Kroger.

Birdcage. The Latin soul restaurant from the owners of Firepit Pizza Tavern opened in Grant Park.

Centurion Lounge. The American Express Centurion Lounge opened with a menu from chef Deborah VanTrece at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

Chef Winnie’s. The Ethiopian restaurant reopened in Clarkston after closing in 2021, but has since closed again.

CraveWell Cafe. The health food restaurant opened locations in Sandy Springs and Midtown; the former has since closed.

Culinary Dropout. The chain opened a location in Dunwoody.

Cultivate Coffee. The coffee shop opened a location in Citizens Market at Phipps Plaza.

The Daily. The Charleston chain opened a new Atlanta location in Buckhead.

Eggholic. The Indian chain opened its first metro Atlanta location in Suwanee.

Eggroll Boyz. The eggroll concept opened a location in the Marietta Square Market food hall.

Ela. The Pan-Mediterranean restaurant opened in Virginia-Highland in the former Original El Taco space.

Five Iron Golf. The “eatertainment” concept which pairs food with golf opened in Midtown.

Flavor Rich. The breakfast and brunch restaurant opened a second location in Midtown.

Koz. The Mediterranean opened in Casa Almenara in Midtown.

Luca’s Brooklyn Pizzeria. The stall opened inside Politan Row at Colony Square in Midtown.

Phyllis. The brunch restaurant opened in Marietta.

Politan Row at Ashford Lane. The food hall took over the former The Hall space in Dunwoody, with several food stalls, bars and a standalone restaurant.

Pretty Little Tacos. The first brick-and-mortar location of this food hall staple opened in Reynoldstown.

The Salty. The doughnut shop opened a location in west Midtown.

Vice Kitchen. Nick Leahy is one of the partners in this market and butcher shop in Johns Creek.

Xi Hotpot. The hotpot concept opened in Duluth.

Credit: Graftable

Credit: Graftable

March

Damsel. The cabaret and restaurant opened in the Works on the Upper Westside but has since closed.

Don Fausto’s. The Cuban stall opened in the Politan Row at Colony Square food hall in Midtown.

Dubu Gong Bang. Fresh tofu is the star of the menu at this Duluth restaurant.

J’ouvert Caribbean Kitchen. The Caribbean restaurant opened in the Uptown Atlanta development.

Kyuramen. The ramen chain opened a location in Alpharetta.

Lazy Betty. The Michelin-starred restaurant relocated to Midtown, taking over the former Empire State South space.

Mikata. The Japanese restaurant opened in Dunwoody.

Pendolino. The Italian restaurant from former Rocket Farms chef Kevin Maxey opened in Sandy Springs.

Plant Based Zo. The vegan Caribbean restaurant opened in the Pittsburgh neighborhood.

Raik Mediterranean Kitchen. The Mediterranean restaurant opened in Suwanee.

Reading Room. The coffee shop and wine bar opened in downtown Decatur.

Silla del Toro. The Marietta tapas restaurant opened a second location in Toco Hill.

Sinful Slidrz. The slider stall opened in the Southern Feedstore food hall in East Atlanta.

Summit Coffee. The coffee shop opened in Emory Village.

Sweetsong Kitchen & Bar and Overstory Rooftop Bar. The Korean-fusion restaurant and rooftop bar opened at the Westin at Gwinnett in Duluth.

Utopia. The restaurant and lounge opened on Piedmont Road in Buckhead.

Credit: Casa Balam

Credit: Casa Balam

April

26 Thai. The longtime Atlanta Thai restaurant opened a stall in the Politan Row at Colony Square food hall in Midtown.

Auburn Angel. The restaurant opened in the historic Sweet Auburn neighborhood.

Block & Drum. The coffee shop inside the Chamblee music and events venue opened, with a culinary incubator and distillery to come.

Bruxie. The waffle sandwich chain opened a location in Chamblee.

Casa Balam. The Mexican steakhouse took over the former Ted’s Montana Grill space in downtown Decatur.

Corners Sports Bar & Grill. The sports bar opened in Peachtree Corners.

Giulia. The Italian bakery opened its first location in the Forum Peachtree Corners development.

Green Beans ATL. The Grant Park coffee shop has begun hosting food pop-ups.

Hawkers. The Eastside Beltline location of the Florida-based Asian chain reopened after several years.

Howlin Willy’s Hot Chicken. The local chicken chain opened a new location in Marietta.

Kimchi Red. The popular Alpharetta Korean restaurant opened a location in Suwanee.

Kura Revolving Sushi. The revolving sushi chain opened a location in west Midtown nesr Georgia Tech.

Mattchews. The Asian fusion stall opened in the Atlanta Municipal Market.

Mend Coffee. The coffee shop opened in Buckhead as a place to “reimagine the story of disability.”

Nowak’s Cantina. The Morningside restaurant shifted from Nowak’s to Nowak’s Cantina.

Okaay Chicken. The Korean chicken and waffles eatery opened in Suwanee.

Painted Pickle. The restaurant and bar with pickleball courts opened on Ottley Drive.

Pastaholics. The pasta stall opened in the Lee + White food hall in West End.

Pizza Verdura Sincera. The plant-based pizzeria opened in the former Zestos space in Little Five Points.

Prevail Union Coffee. The coffeeshop opened in west Midtown.

Reunion Kitchen & Bar. The casual eatery opened in Marietta.

Sambazon Açaí Bowls. The bowl concept opened at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

Sidelines Grille. The sports bar opened in Marietta.

Spiller Park Coffee. The coffee chop, which has locations in Ponce City Market, west Midtown and Toco Hills, opened a fourth location in the South Downtown development.

Stir House. The vegan Asian fusion restaurant opened in downtown Atlanta.

Vine Fine Wine. The wine shop opened on Ponce de Leon Avenue in Decatur.

Z!Eats. The upper westside restaurant serves flatbreads, salad and soup.

Credit: Courtesy of Reid Ramsey

Credit: Courtesy of Reid Ramsey

May

Boba Craze. The boba tea shop opened in Buckhead.

Commune. The listening room offers a tight menu of food and drinks in Avondale Estates.

Floridaman. The bar opened above Eastside Beltline restaurant Breaker Breaker.

Ginsberg’s Refresher. The concept from Todd Ginsberg opened at Wild Heaven Brewing in Avondale Estates.

Halidom. The food hall opened with several stalls serving Japanese food, loaded fries and seafood in the East Atlanta area.

Kuku Ethiopian Coffee. The coffee shop opened in Clarkston.

Nadair. Kevin Gillespie’s Scottish-inspired restaurant opened in the former Floataway Cafe space.

Pera Bistro. The Buckhead Mediterranean restaurant also offers hookah.

Propaganda. The listening room and bar opened in Smyrna.

Rreal Tacos. The ever-expanding Atlanta taco chain took over the Farm Burger space in Buckhead.

Savi Provisions. The gourmet market opened a new location in Morningside.

Sushi Kingdom. The all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant opened in Dunwoody.

V12. Quavo from hip-hop group Migos is a partner in this Midtown lounge and restaurant.

Vietvana. The Vietnamese restaurant opened a new location in the Lee + White food hall in West End.

Credit: Courtesy of Plantbaed Cafe

Credit: Courtesy of Plantbaed Cafe

June

Azucar Cuban Cuisine. The Cuban restaurant opened in Brookhaven.

Brass Tap. The bar with more than 60 taps opened a new location in Marietta.

Perc Coffee. The Atlanta-based coffee chain expanded with a location in Chastain Park.

Plantbaed. The plant-based, whole foods concept opened in Vinings.

Pochino Italy. The Italian restaurant, which serves pizza and pasta, opened in Kennesaw.

Round Trip Brewing. The Atlanta brewery opened a second location in East Cobb.

SabaRaba’s. The Sandy Springs Middle Eastern restaurant, which operates out of a shipping container, opened a second location in Chamblee.

Sangster’s Cafe. The Jamaican coffee shop opened in downtown Powder Springs.

Credit: Courtesy of Pizza Brasiliana

Credit: Courtesy of Pizza Brasiliana

July

1885 Grill. The Acworth bar and grill opened a location in Kennesaw.

N7 Kream Lab. The ice cream shop, which incorporates science into its recipes, opened in Avondale Estates.

Austin’s. Swanky cocktail bar and restaurant opened in the Serenbe community in Chattahoochee Hills.

Barista and the Baker. The coffee shop opened in Lawrenceville.

Bene Korean Steakhouse. The Korean restaurant opened in the Uptown Atlanta development.

Bonchon. The Korean restaurant opened in Alpharetta.

Brasiliana Pizza. The Brazilian pizza concept opened in the Southern Feedstore food hall in East Atlanta.

Cultivate. The coffee shop and breakfast spot opened at Battery Atlanta at Truist Park.

Delilah’s Everyday Soul and Sahirah Kebab and Curry. The soul food eatery and the Middle Eastern concept opened stalls at the Politan Row at Colony Square food hall.

Dumpling Factory. The owners Northern China Eatery on Buford Highway are behind this similar restaurant in the Westside Paper development.

El Gordo. The Mexican restaurant opened in the Uptown Atlanta development.

Emerald City Bagels. The owners of the East Atlanta bagel shop opened a second location on the Eastside Beltline.

Gene’s. The former pop-up brought its Viet-Cajun menu to East Lake.

Hungry AF. The metro Atlanta eatery opened a new location in Smyrna.

O by Brush Sushi. The omakase experience inside Brush Sushi in Buckhead was awarded a Michelin star in 2024.

Off Leash. The dog park and restaurant opened in Alpharetta but has since closed.

Pinky Promise. The champagne bar opened in the Interlock development in west Midtown.

Rusty Taco. The Texas-based chain opened its first metro Atlanta location in Summerhill.

Smiley’s Burger Club. The former pop-up took over the BBQ Cafe space in Decatur.

SocialBites. The “food hub” with several concepts opened in Sandy Springs.

Tacos El Kohuich. The Mexian stall opened in the Politan Row at Ashford Lane food hall in Dunwoody.

Yoffi. The permanent food truck serves Mediterranean food in the Dunwoody Village development.

Credit: Ligaya Figueras

Credit: Ligaya Figueras

August

Arches Brewing. The brewery close its Hapeville location and opened in East Point.

Bar Vegan. Pinky Cole opened a second location of her popular Ponce City Market restaurant in Lawrenceville.

Big Softie. The Summerhill soft-serve ice cream shop opened a second location in Poncey-Highland.

Boarding Pass Coffee. The coffee shop added a fourth metro Atlanta location, this one at Alpharetta City Center.

Books and Brew. The bookshop and cafe combo opened in Tucker.

Bosk. Rap legend Big Oomp opened the Smashburger eatery on Fairburn Road.

Brick and Mortar. The chef residency and restaurant took over the former Dailies and Sides space at Pullman Yards in Kirkwood.

Bussin Jerk. The Jamaican-focused stall opened in the Politan Row at Ashford Lane food hall in Dunwoody.

Chamblee Tap & Market. The taproom and Sidecar Coffee opened inside the mini food hall, with food stalls to follow in 2025.

Chicken on Fire. The Korean fried chicken eatery took over the former Farm Burger space in Grant Park.

Chuchat. The Chinese bakery and cafe opened in Johns Creek.

Dave’s Hot Chicken. Atlanta R&B star Usher was behind bringing the first location of Dave’s to metro Atlanta.

Elektra and Bar Premio. Mediterranean restaurant Elektra and swanky Bar Premio opened in Forth Hotel in Old Fourth Ward.

Lviv Croissants. The Ukranian bakery opened its first U.S. location in Roswell.

J’S Smokehouse. Usher’s mother, Johnetta Patton, opened this barbecue food trailer in Doraville.

Mascogo Tacos. The pop-up took over the former Tortuga y Chango’s space in Oakhurst.

Micah-Angelo’s Pizza. The owners of Session Stands coffee house in Roswell opened this tiny pizzeria across the street.

Mint Coffeehouse. The Syrian-influenced coffeehouse opened in Tucker.

Nando’s Peri-Peri. The South African chain made its metro Atlanta debut in Dunwoody development High Street.

Pom Court. The centralized open-air all day dining area opened in Hotel Granada in Midtown.

Rose Valley Sweets. The Persian bakery opened in Johns Creek.

Savage Pizza. The longtime Atlanta pizzeria opened an outpost in Kennesaw.

Torchy’s Tacos. The Austin, Texas-based chain made its metro Atlanta debut in the Star Metals development in west Midtown.

Credit: Courtesy of Melle Houston

Credit: Courtesy of Melle Houston

September

Ashland’s Kitchen. The mother and son behind former metro Atlanta ice cream chain Four Fat Cows opened this breakfast and lunch spot in the Cumberland Mall area.

Author’s Den. The restaurant serves what it describes as “Southern food with a global twist,” inside the Hyatt Centric Midtown Atlanta.

Bocado. The Sandy Springs restaurant shifted from serving burgers, the focus at previous locations, to pizza and small plates.

Char Pizzeria. The pizzeria took over the Holmes Slice space in the Halcyon mixed-use development.

DBA Tacos & BBQ. The Clarkston location of the longtime Atlanta barbecue staple uses smoked meats in its tacos.

Dough Boy Pizza and Harlem Hops. The pizza franchise and brewery opened in a stall inside the Lee + White food hall in West End.

Emilio’s Tacos & Tequila. The Midtown Mexican restaurant Scott McCray and Scott Kerns, co-owners of Let’s Eat and Drink (LEAD) Hospitality Group.

Galla’s Pizza & Tavern. The ownership team behind Henri’s Bakery purchase Galla’s and made some changes to the menu.

Gusto. The ever-growing Atlanta-based bowl concept opened inside the Lee + White development in West End.

Il Premio and Moonlight. Italian steakhouse Il Premio and rooftop bar Moonlight both opened at Forth Hotel in Old Fourth Ward.

Loaded Potato Bar. The former Vinings restaurant with hip-hop-themed baked potatoes relocated to Little Five Points.

Mangiamo Ristorante and Pizzeria. The Kennesaw eatery serves traditional Italian dishes and pizza.

May Peel. The cocktail den opened inside Hotel Granada in Midtown.

Mikkelson’s Market. The couple behind JenChan’s in Cabbagetown opened this Swedish-inspired market in Reynoldstown.

Motorboat. The sandwich shop from Big Game and Bantam Pub owner Tim Catalfo took over the former 8Arm space.

Natalie Bianca. The owners of Inman Park restaurant Kitty Dare opened this restaurant in Cascade Heights.

Nosh Lounge. The Old Fourth Ward spot features “flavorful dishes, creative cocktails, and premium hookah” according to its website.

Pizza Jeans. The pizza eatery, which started in Ponce City Market, opened a second location in the Citizens Market food hall at Phipps Plaza.

Pub @ EAV. The gastropub from chef Mike LaSage took over the former Elder Tree space in East Atlanta.

Uncle Phill’s. The Philly cheesesteak spot opened in East Atlanta.

Credit: Courtesy of Tandoori Pizza and Wing Co.

Credit: Courtesy of Tandoori Pizza and Wing Co.

October

Agave Bandido. The Mexican restaurant opened in Dunwoody’s new High Street development.

Avize. This Alps-inspired restaurant from chef Karl Gorline opened in the former Nick’s Westside space.

Bey Mediterranean Kitchen and Bar. The Lebanese-inspired restaurant opened in Roswell

Cantina Laredo. The Texas-based chain opened its first location in Terminal T at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

Che Butter Jonez. The restaurant closed its southeast Atlanta location and reopened in LaVista Park.

Contrast Artisan Ales. The brewery opened its second location this month in Marietta.

The Drafty Dane. The dog park/bar concept opened in Marietta.

Fire & Seoul. Wood-fired Korean barbecue Fire & Seoul opened in Duluth.

Halford’s. The heavy metal bar opened in the former Corner Tavern space in Little Five Points.

Heart & Seoul Cafe. The Roswell spot serves Korean breakfast, snacks and lunch.

Hen Mother Cookhouse. The popular Johns Creek restaurant spot opened a second location in Alpharetta.

La Metro. Chef Hector Santiago’s new tapas restaurant took over the former Bilton Bar space at Ponce City Market.

Nan Thai Buckhead. Chef DeeDee Niyomkul replaced her Chai Yo Modern Thai with this eatery.

Painted Park. The latest concept from Painted Park Hospitality (Painted Duck, Painted Pin, Painted Pickle) opened on the Eastside Beltline in the former Parish space.

Paya Thai. This Thai restaurant from restaurateur Alex Kinjo opened in the former Redbird space at Westside Provisions District.

Pisces. The lounge from Ree de la Vega opened in the former Sound Table space in Old Fourth Ward.

Tandoori Pizza & Wing Co. The Indian fusion spot from chef Archna Becker opened a standalone restaurant at Colony Square after closing its stall inside the Poltian Row food hall.

Toastique. The first Atlanta locations of the toast chain opened in Midtown.

Wild Heaven Beer and Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q. The brewery partnered with the popular barbecue spot for its third location in Toco Hills.

Credit: Courtesy of Luke Beard

Credit: Courtesy of Luke Beard

November

Aviva by Kameel. The popular Middle Eastern restaurant opened its third metro Atlanta location in Buckhead.

Bankhead Seafood. Rappers Killer Mike and T.I. reopened this Atlanta institution after it closed several years ago.

Bro-ritos. The burrito and taco concept took over the former El Burro Pollo stall in the Collective at Coda food hall in Midtown.

Burton’s Bar & Grill. The Boston-based chain opened its first Georgia location in Buckhead.

Delbar. The newest location of the Michelin-recommended Persian restaurant opened in the former King + Duke space in Buckhead.

Dil Bahar. The Pakistani bakery and cafe temporarily closed its Norcross location and opened another location in Sandy Springs.

Dulce Canela. The Mexican dessert and coffee shop opened in Kennesaw.

Durty Birds. The chicken spot closed its original location on McDaniel Street and opened a new location on Martin Luther King Drive.

Gold Bunny Donut. This new doughnut shop in Duluth serves cream-filled, Instagram-worthy treats.

Grits and Eggs Breakfast Kitchen. The breakfast spot, which has several metro Atlanta locations, opened in Summerhill.

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream. The Ohio-based chain opened its first Georgia location in Midtown.

Handmade Dumplings and Noodles. The dumpling restaurant opened in Marietta.

Lily Sushi Bar. The Alpharetta Japanese restaurant opened a second location in Crabapple Market.

Mashawi Mediterranean. The Middle Eastern restaurant took over the former 12 Lunar space in Roswell.

Niteowl. The late-night spot offers up pizza, wings, subs and other comfort food fare in the Olive + Pine development in Avondale Estates.

Panda Pancakes. Calvin “DJ Infamous” Donald and his wife, Ashanta Donald opened this dessert stall in North Point Mall in Alpharetta.

Roswell Junction. This seven-stall food hall with three bars opened in a former church.

Ryokou. The Japanese spot in Adair Park comes from Leonard Yu, the chef behind Michelin-starred restaurant Omakase Table.

Soberish. The second location of the nonalcoholic bottle shop opened at Serenbe in Chattahoochee Hills.

T’s Brunch Bar. The popular Midtown breakfast spot opened a second location at Cumberland Mall.

Tiger Sun. The omakase-style cocktail bar opened in a bus in the parking lot behind Muchacho.

TJ’s Street Tacos. The Tijuana-inspired eatery opened in Duluth.

The Upper Room. The bar inside the Citizens Supply store in Ponce City Market offers small plates and cocktails.

Credit: Courtesy of Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley

Credit: Courtesy of Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley

December

Blue Ribbon Grill and Jenovelle. The owners of longtime Tucker restaurant Blue Ribbon Grill relocated the restaurant to Embry Hills, and opened a European-inspired restaurant next door.

Brasserie Margot. Jon Novak, formerly of Tiny Lou’s, is behind the menu at this new French restaurant inside the Four Season Hotel Atlanta.

The Brunch at EAV. The East Atlanta restaurant serves brunch classics and cocktails.

Dips Kitchen. The concept, which offers a variety of dips as meals, opened its first brick-and-mortar location in Krog Street Market.

Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley. Texas resident Kevin Kelley brought his menu of Southern staples to Perimeter Mall.

Mother’s Best. Ean Camperlengo and Ross Wincoff brought their fried chicken to the Decatur Square.

Grana. Chef Pat Pascarella opened the third location of his Italian restaurant in Roswell.

Hey Linda’s. Located in the Avenue West Cobb development, Hey Linda’s serves Mexican food and cocktails.

Le’Zia. Located in the Avenue West Cobb development, Le’Zia is a Southern eatery with Thai and Caribbean influences.

Lucky Star. Jason Liang of Michelin-starred Brush Sushi is behind this Taiwanese cocktail bar in the Star Metals development in west Midtown.

Mellow Mushroom. Atlanta-based chain Mellow Mushroom opened a new prototype restaurant in Grant Park.

Ruby’s Sourdough Pizza. The Smyrna restaurant offers a variety of red and white pies.

Small Fry. Omar Ferrer, Anthony Spina Jr. and Duane Kulers are behind this eatery with a menu of fried food in the Atlanta Dairies development in Reynoldstown.

Viet Culture. The Lawrenceville restaurant serves a menu of Vietnamese staples.

Voodoo Brewing. This brewpub chain opened its first metro Atlanta location in Roswell.

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