May 21, 2009

Straits Atlanta

Chris “Ludacris” Bridges and chef Chris Yeo are behind this bungalow restaurant and bar. Curry rice, bangin’ Bangkok wings, and an unpretentious (yet celeb-prone) atmosphere make it a great spot for grabbing a cocktail.

  Midtown, Food & Drink, Brunch, Classic Cocktails

February 15, 2007

Silk Restaurant Atlanta

An award-winning local fave serving fresh sushi and whopping steaks. The bar is great for Pan-Asian small plates and sneaking glances at the pretty Midtown patronage.

  Midtown, Food & Drink, Pretty People, Private Parties

October 19, 2009

Amuse Atlanta

An all-day menu, global-fusion food, and a boho bar with all the charm of a Baz Luhrmann flick.

  Midtown, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Bohemian

September 8, 2009

Taqueria del Sol Atlanta

The margaritas are potent, the cheese dip is addictive, and the dirt cheap taco menu keeps every location hopping. Don’t worry, the walk-up-and-order line moves fast.

  Buckhead, Food & Drink, Cheap, Local

September 8, 2009

Repast Atlanta

Co-chef couple Joe Truex and Mihoko Obunai blend East and West into real-life New American fusion. Crab cakes, octopus carpaccio, sweet potato turnip gratin, and more leave happy diners patting their bellies.

  Midtown, Food & Drink, Romantic

February 14, 2008

Steamhouse Lounge Atlanta

Crab nachos, seafood steam pots and bisque, and kick-your-shoes-off dockside motif. When the weather’s nice (or it’s a drinking holiday weekend) grab a table and camp out on the wraparound deck overlooking West Peachtree.

  Midtown, Food & Drink, Alfresco, Boozehound

January 10, 2008

Cypress Street Pint & Plate Atlanta

This side street bar is an under-the-radar fave for comfort food, the occasional crawfish boil, and can’t-miss beer fests. Post-Halo Lounge nightcaps are a must.

  Midtown, Food & Drink, Beer, Late Night