Atlanta boasts a diverse culinary scene, blending Southern tradition with international flavors. The city’s dining landscape includes exceptional Indian, Italian, and Thai cuisine, alongside a surprising spot known for its remarkable wings.
Chai Pani
Chai Pani offers a unique taste of Indian street food, capturing the vibrant flavors and aromas. The dishes are crafted with precision and creativity, making it a must-visit in the city’s bustling restaurant scene.
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By Kim Severson
Kim Severson, a seasoned food writer for The New York Times since 2004, has called Atlanta home since 2010.
In the Where to Eat: 25 Best series, we highlight our top restaurant picks in various U.S. cities. These lists are updated to reflect changes, as establishments open or close and new favorites are discovered. Our reviews remain unbiased; we pay for all meals and do not accept free dishes.
Atlas
Buckhead | New American
Boy George music serenades Atlas’s dining room, signaling a lively tasting menu experience. Chef Freddy Money, originating from Britain, showcases his culinary skills with dishes like a foie gras cookie mimicking a Jammie Dodger, and a beet gazpacho served alongside a smoked goat cheese salad. Chef Money transforms Liberty Farms lamb into five unique cuts, each with distinct flavors. Pastry chef Nicolas Grosse impresses with liquid nitrogen techniques, wrapping up meals with his luxurious take on Ferrero Rocher candy. The adjacent, less formal room provides selections from an à la carte menu.
Location: 88 West Paces Ferry Road NW (inside the St. Regis hotel) | Phone: 404-600-6471 | Website: atlasrestaurant.com
Banshee
East Atlanta | Eclectic Global Fusion
Banshee’s pepperoni butter, paired with fry bread, is so popular it’s now sold by the pint. Executive chef Nolan Wynn and chef de cuisine Ben Lee Park lead the kitchen, crafting innovative dishes like tiger-skin grilled habanadas and tres leches tiramisù with thyme salt. This trendy restaurant has shaped East Atlanta’s dining vibe since its opening in 2018 by Mr. Wynn and three friends.
Location: 1271 Glenwood Avenue SE | Phone: 470-428-2034 | Website: banshee-atl.com
Bomb Biscuit
Grant Park | Southern
Bomb Biscuit serves up Southern cuisine with flair. Known for its hearty biscuits and inventive dishes, it offers a taste of the region’s culinary heritage.
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