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Each year we poll our readers and food critics to determine the best restaurants in Atlanta. Our list of the very best dishes, international cuisine and best looking waitstaff are weighed to bring you only the finest list in Atlanta. We've been doing the Best of Atlanta since the early 1990s so don't let these upstarts fool you with inferior lists. Balloting opens each year late summer.
Atlanta’s dining scene is amazing and overwhelming. The international influences that are present in Atlanta coupled with the comfort food of core Southern and American cuisine make a blend truly extraordinary. If you are looking for Barbecue in Atlanta, you might consider Korean cuisine? How about a great classic steakhouse? You might to try a French inspired version. Whatever cuisine you are seeking, we’ve likely sampled the goods and written about it and we’re excited to bring you the best food options available.
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Food Events
Film & Food Fridays @ Pontoon Brewing,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
03/13/2026 5:00 PM
Rescued Hearts Film Showcase Weekend - Evening with the Filmmakers,
Cost: $275
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/13/2026 6:00 PM
Petite Violette presents Gimme Hamilton or Gimme Death,
Cost: $75 (+ tax; gratuity not included)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/13/2026 7:30 PM
Spring Fling Market: Handmade Arts and Local Crafts at Harmony Park,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/14/2026 11:00 AM
Yacht Water Piña Pop-Up,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/14/2026 11:00 AM
Get to Shamrockin’ at Sweet Auburn Barbecue ,
Cost: free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/14/2026 11:00 AM
Food & Street Art Tour on the Atlanta Beltline,
Cost: $95
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/14/2026 11:30 AM
Daffodil Show at Peachtree Road Farmers Market,
Cost: Free entry
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/14/2026 12:00 PM
St Patricks Day Party,
Cost: Free
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03/14/2026 12:00 PM
Atlanta St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl,
Cost: $7.99
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03/14/2026 1:00 PM
Get Lucky Fest Takes Over Piedmont Park ,
Cost: $15
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03/14/2026 2:00 PM
The Art of Arabic Cooking: Makrout & Ma'amoul,
Cost: $50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/14/2026 2:00 PM
Weekly Winery Tour,
Cost: $60
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/14/2026 3:00 PM
JAMROCK AND ROLL,
Cost: Free
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03/14/2026 3:00 PM
Rescued Hearts Film Showcase Weekend - Film Screening & Reel Conversation,
Cost: $50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/14/2026 5:30 PM
Roswell St. Patrick's 5th Annual Shamrock Bar Crawl,
Cost: $30
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03/14/2026 6:00 PM
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show,
Cost: $67.99+
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03/14/2026 6:00 PM
Capolinea Presents: Orin Swift Wine Dinner,
Cost: $250
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03/14/2026 6:30 PM
Petite Violette presents Gimme Hamilton or Gimme Death,
Cost: $75 (+ tax; gratuity not included)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/14/2026 7:00 PM
Celebrate National Espresso Martini Day at Flight Club Atlanta ,
Cost: See site for pricing
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03/15/2026 11:00 AM
ST. DADDY'S DAY,
Cost: $15
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03/16/2026 7:30 PM
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Top Dawg Tavern in Bethlehem,
Cost: Free entry; see event description for select food pricing
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03/17/2026 11:00 AM
Nine Dot is the New Lucky Sip this St. Patrick’s Day,
Cost: Free entry; see site for pricing
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/17/2026 11:00 AM
College Tournament Basketball Watch Party on The Green at Phipps Plaza,
Cost: Free
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03/17/2026 11:00 AM
St. Patrick's Day at The Office Bar,
Cost: See site for pricing
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03/17/2026 11:00 AM
The Big Spring Tournament at The Office Bar,
Cost: $2-$3 menus available: see site for menu items
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/17/2026 11:00 AM
St. Patrick’s Day at St. Julep Rooftop,
Cost: Free+
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/17/2026 5:00 PM
Dinner and a Diva: Bernstein’s West Side Story,
Cost: $75
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/17/2026 6:30 PM
Trent Patten Trio at Politan Row,
Cost: Free
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03/18/2026 7:00 PM
Strawberry Social & Farmers Market Kickoff at Vinings Jubilee,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/19/2026 2:30 PM
Paint & Pint @ 6 Bridges Brewing Johns Creek,
Cost: $65
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/19/2026 7:00 PM
Espress Yourself:A Rooftop Evening w/ Nigel Barker & America’s Top Martinis,
Cost: $15
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/19/2026 7:00 PM
IT'S A FEEL,
Cost: Free
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03/19/2026 9:00 PM
Food & Film Fridays @ Pontoon Brewing,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/20/2026 5:00 PM
Petite Violette presents Gimme Hamilton or Gimme Death,
Cost: $75 (+ tax; gratuity not included)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/20/2026 7:30 PM
Wing & Rock Fest,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/21/2026 11:00 AM
Food & Street Art Tour on the Atlanta Beltline,
Cost: $95
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/21/2026 11:30 AM
Mothman Market: Handmade Oddities and Weird Goods Galore!,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/21/2026 12:00 PM
Suwanee Beer Fest,
Cost: $60-$135
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/21/2026 12:00 PM
Pontoon Brewing 8 Year Party & Market,
Cost: Free
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03/21/2026 12:00 PM
Spring Sip & Pintxos Tasting at The Betty,
Cost: $50
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03/21/2026 2:00 PM
Weekly Winery Tour,
Cost: $60
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/21/2026 3:00 PM
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show,
Cost: $67.99+
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
03/21/2026 6:00 PM
BYTE26,
Cost: $150-$3,000
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03/21/2026 6:00 PM
Petite Violette presents Gimme Hamilton or Gimme Death,
Cost: $75 (+ tax; gratuity not included)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/21/2026 7:00 PM
PACC Presents The Rapture,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/22/2026 3:00 PM
Paint & Pint @ Sweetwater Brewing,
Cost: $50
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03/23/2026 7:00 PM
Shaken & Stirred Mixology Class Returns to Bar Margot with Springtime Sips,
Cost: $50
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03/24/2026 5:30 PM
Brush Sushi 10 Year Anniversary Party ,
Cost: $75
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/24/2026 6:00 PM
Paint & Pint @ Pontoon Brewing,
Cost: $50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/24/2026 7:00 PM
Sandy Springs C&S Seafood and Oyster Bar Duckhorn Wine Dinner,
Cost: $170
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/25/2026 6:30 PM
Paint & Pint @ Contrast Artisan Ales Marietta,
Cost: $50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/26/2026 7:00 PM
Braves Opening Day Grill-Out at The Office Bar,
Cost: See site for pricing
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/27/2026 12:00 PM
Food & Film Fridays @ Pontoon Brewing,
Cost: Free entry
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
03/27/2026 5:00 PM
Petite Violette presents Gimme Hamilton or Gimme Death,
Cost: $75 (+ tax; gratuity not included)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
03/27/2026 7:30 PM
Treat Yourself Market: Handmade Arts and Local Crafts at Harmony Park,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/28/2026 11:00 AM
Food & Street Art Tour on the Atlanta Beltline,
Cost: $95
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/28/2026 11:30 AM
Art Market + Soccer Watch Party @ Sweetwater Brewing,
Cost: Free to attend
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/28/2026 12:00 PM
Easter Eggstravaganza Hops into the Town at Trilith ,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/28/2026 12:00 PM
Weekly Winery Tour,
Cost: $60
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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03/28/2026 3:00 PM
Petite Violette presents Gimme Hamilton or Gimme Death,
Cost: $75 (+ tax; gratuity not included)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
03/28/2026 7:00 PM
Petite Violette presents Gimme Hamilton or Gimme Death,
Cost: $75 (+ tax; gratuity not included)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
04/03/2026 7:30 PM
Food & Street Art Tour on the Atlanta Beltline,
Cost: $95
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/04/2026 11:30 AM
Daydreaming Market: Local Art, Handmade Goods and More!,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/04/2026 12:00 PM
Weekly Winery Tour,
Cost: $60
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/04/2026 3:00 PM
Petite Violette presents Gimme Hamilton or Gimme Death,
Cost: $75 (+ tax; gratuity not included)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/04/2026 7:00 PM
The Easter Bunny Returns to TWO urban licks’ Annual Easter Celebration,
Cost: N/A
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04/05/2026 10:00 AM
Easter Brunch in Piedmont Park: Skyline Views, Buffet, & Egg Hunts!,
Cost: See site
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04/05/2026 11:00 AM
Easter Brunch at InterContinental Buckhead,
Cost: $0-$145
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/05/2026 11:00 AM
Easter Brunch at The Betty,
Cost: $40-$80
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04/05/2026 12:00 PM
Spring Break Staycations are on Par at Puttshack Dunwoody,
Cost: See site for pricing
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04/06/2026 11:00 AM
Spring Break Staycations are on Par at Puttshack Atlanta,
Cost: See site for pricing
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04/06/2026 11:00 AM
Petite Violette presents Gimme Hamilton or Gimme Death,
Cost: $75 (+ tax; gratuity not included)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/10/2026 7:30 PM
Spring Festival on Ponce Returns to Olmsted Linear Park ,
Cost: Free to attend
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04/11/2026 10:00 AM
Georgia Renaissance Festival ,
Cost: $15-$35
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04/11/2026 10:30 AM
Art in Bloom Market: Handmade Goods and Local Crafts at Harmony Park,
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/11/2026 11:00 AM
Food & Street Art Tour on the Atlanta Beltline,
Cost: $95
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/11/2026 11:30 AM
Weekly Winery Tour,
Cost: $60
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/11/2026 3:00 PM
Georgia Craft Brewers Festival ,
Cost: $45-$125
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/11/2026 4:00 PM
Petite Violette presents Gimme Hamilton or Gimme Death,
Cost: $75 (+ tax; gratuity not included)
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/11/2026 7:00 PM
Sunday Funday Market @ Stillfire Brewing Suwanee,
Cost: Free to attend
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
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04/12/2026 1:00 PM
Bitches of Broadway,
Cost: $45-$65
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04/12/2026 7:00 PM
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