April 5, 2021 | Food & Drink Food & Drink Food & Drink Feature
BEST BRUNCH
The Southern Gentleman
This Buckhead favorite is the perfect midmorning spot thanks to its ultraluxe atmosphere and menu of sweet and savory brunch classics. Enjoy a carafe of signature mimosas, or opt for a signature cocktail like the Scarlett Belle, a delicious blend of strawberry-infused vodka, lime juice and prosecco, before heading downstairs to shop Buckhead’s most stylish street. @thesoutherngentlemanatl
BEST ASIAN
Sukoshi
BEST MEXICAN
El Azteca
BEST ITALIAN
La Grotta Atlanta
BEST SEAFOOD
Atlanta Fish Market
BEST CHEF
Brandon Chavannes
BEST FOR THE FAM
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
BEST SPECIAL OCCASION
New York Prime
BEST HOTEL RESTAURANT
Bar Margot
BEST DOWNTOWN EATS
Glenn’s Kitchen
BEST LATE-NIGHT NOSH
Industry Tavern
@industrytavern
BEST OTP RESTAURANT
Ocean & Acre
BEST BARBECUE
Memphis Smokehouse
BEST VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN
Bar Vegan
BEST BAR BITES
Big Sky
BEST SWEET SPOT
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
BEST PET-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT
Buena Vida Tapas & Sol
BEST TO-GO RESTAURANT
Fifth Group Restaurants
BEST OUTDOOR DINING OPTION
Le Bilboquet Atlanta
BEST NEW RESTAURANT
The Betty
The Betty opened just over two months ago, and it’s already generating quite the buzz thanks to its lively atmosphere, midcentury-modern aesthetic and contemporary take on classic American dishes. Also worth mentioning is the Buckhead resto’s craft cocktail menu, which has five different martini variations. Need we say more? @thebettyrestaurant
BEST AUTHENTIC DINING EXPERIENCE
Kyma
Take your taste buds on a trip to Santorini, sans passport. This Buckhead resto offers the most authentic Mediterranean menu in the A thanks to chef Pano, who learned traditional Greek cooking techniques from his grandmother. Last year, Kyma introduced Ouzo Bar & Dining Room, which focuses on small plates, wine and cocktails served on Ouzo’s all-weather patio. @kymaatlanta
BEST PLACE FOR DINING ON A DIET
Kale Me Crazy
Seven Atlanta-area locations serve up Kale Me Crazy’s signature menu of smoothies, wraps, salads and freshly pressed juices, making it easy to stick to your health goals. The diet-friendly resto is great for an on-the-go breakfast or a quick lunch with friends. Keep your eyes peeled for new, creative concoctions like beet lattes and seasonal smoothie combos. @kalemecrazy
BEST HAPPY HOUR HOT SPOT
Gypsy Kitchen
Gypsy Kitchen has been a longtime happy hour hot spot thanks to its buzzy bar scene, shareable menu items and killer cocktail menu. This season, the Best of Atlanta winner released an all-new happy hour menu complete with unique flatbreads, small-plate favorites and a selection of gin tonics that range in flavor from sweet to spicy to savory. You know where to find us post-work. @gypsykitchenatl
Best Cocktails
The Garden Room
It’s no secret that The Garden Room has one of the most creative beverage programs in the A. Tipples topped with rosé foam and glittery, color-changing concoctions are just a few of the dazzling drinks that make up the iconic cocktail menu. Sip the specialties at The Garden Room’s expansive bar for an experience that’s nothing short of spectacular. @thegardenroomatlanta
Best Dive Bar
The Highlander
Best LGBTQ Bar
Firepit Pizza Tavern
Best Sports Bar
Marlow’s Tavern
Best Bartender
Drew Fancher, The Aero Bar Atlanta
Best Girls Night Out
Avalon
Best Singles Scene
STK Steakhouse
Best Place to Celebrate
Blue Martini
Best Patio
Park Tavern
Best Neighborhood Pub
HobNob
Best Brewery
Wild Heaven Beer
Best Interactive Experience
IPIC Atlanta
Best Hangover Cure
Brunch at 5Church Atlanta
Best Celeb Spotting
Chops Lobster Bar
Best Lounge
Le Colonial
Best Cultural Experience
High Museum of Art
Best Guys Night Out
The Battery Atlanta
Best Place to Hang out
Colony Square
Best View
RT60 Rooftop Bar at Reverb Atlanta
Best Nightclub
Tongue & Groove
Best Nightlife Photographer
Samir Panjwani, TNG Disposables
Best Place to Hear Live Music
Coca-Cola Roxy
Best Place to Go Dancing
Johnny’s Hideaway
Best DJ
Yvonne Monet
Best VIP Section
Compound Night Club
Best Rooftop
Estrella Rooftop at Bazati
Best Spot to See and Be Seen
Little Alley Steak Buckhead
An enticing drink menu and attractive after-5 crowd make this upscale Buckhead hangout the perfect place to do some VIP people-watching. Post up in a posh booth, or snag a spot on the sprawling outdoor patio—which features a spacious, climate-controlled bar—to take in the seductive scene.
@littlealleysteakatl
Best Bar Overall
5Church Atlanta
With its impeccable dining menu, colorful cocktail list and quirky rooftop bar Virtue Cocktail Club, it’s no wonder 5Church Atlanta snagged the most votes for Atlanta’s Best Bar Overall. This year, the Midtown hangout is bringing its signature fare and flair up to Buckhead, with the opening of its second Atlanta location. We’ll cheers to that! @5churchatlanta
Best Mobile Cocktail Company
The Aero Bar Atlanta
The Aero Bar Atlanta is moving full speed ahead and showing no signs of slowing down. The mobile cocktail company brings custom craft cocktails to you via personalized services that range from bartending to mobile bar experiences. The most powerful pourer in The Aero Bar Arsenal? Duke, a 16-foot-long Airstream designed to keep you in good spirits! @theaerobaratlanta
Photography by: From top, photos: by Madelynne Ross; courtesy of The Southern Gentleman; by Andrew Thomas Lee; by Francesco Tonelli; by Alyssa Fagien; by Heidi Geldhauser Harris
