Your go-to guide for the ultimate guys’ day in metro Atlanta

Fellas, this one’s for you! Sometimes, the perfect way to spend your day is with the guys, but you’re not exactly in the planning mood, right? The good thing is, you don’t have to be because Access Atlanta’s Best of Atlanta Awards has done all the hard work for you. With more than 250 categories and 500 finalists, there is no shortage of things for you and the bros to get into!

If you haven’t already, make sure you check out the full list of the Best of Atlanta winners and be prepared to vote for all your favorites in our 2023 Best of Atlanta awards later this year at vote.accessatlanta.com.

So, when it comes to your guys’ day checklist, here are just a few options that’ll make it one to remember.

Best places for breakfast

You have to start the day off with the breakfast of champions! You can grab just that at Buttermilk Kitchen or Home grown GA restaurant, both finalists in the best breakfast category. Or, you can head straight to the fan fav and winner of the category, Waffle House.

Best places to get fresh and clean for the day

Now that you’re nice and full, it’s time to make sure you and your ride are looking spiffy for the day. You can head to Wade Phadez for the best haircut in town, since he was voted best barber. You’ll also find Esra Demir or Kika Mcneal – Bishops Cuts/Color on the list, as they served as finalist.

Time for a fit check! Joseph A Bank, Sid Mashburn, or Neiman Marcus will deliver the look you want for a guy’s day or any day after that.

Your car deserves the king treatment to, so why not head over to Mint Mobile Detail for the shiniest ride around. There are also options like Atlanta Auto Spa and Caliber that’ll have your ride looking like it’s straight off the lot.

Best places to relax or catch a vibe

When you’re ready for some relaxation, The Woodhouse Day Spa at Avalon, St. Regis Atlanta Spa or Jeju Sauna are the places to be. Take in a massage, facial or anything else that’ll help you and the fellas ease the stresses of the day away. Or, if you want a more direct approach to taking care of some of those aches, one of the best chiropractors in town is always an option. Atlanta Spine & Sport made the top of the list, while The Joint Chiropractic and Back 2 Basics came in as finalists.

Want to take a trip down memory lane? A comic bookstore is the best place to go. Infinite Realities, Dave’s Comics and Collectibles, Titan Games and Comics were voted the best of the best by Access Atlanta readers.

If you’re thinking about taking more of a risk with your bros, then one of your stops should definitely be Ink and Dagger. They were voted the best tattoo shop along, with Killer Ink and Memorial Tattoo coming in as finalists.

How about showing off your swing? You can do that at East Lake, The Chastain, or Candler Park as they were voted best golf courses.

Best places to grab food and drinks

When you’re ready to have some fun and satisfy your appetite, there are plenty of options! Access Atlanta readers voted on the best burger, and NFA Burger took the crown. Grindhouse Killer Burgers and The Vortex came in as finalists in the category. If you’re looking for a pizza worth writing home about, you can grab one from Antico Italian Pizza, Fellini’s Pizza or Mellow Mushroom. Need something a little heartier? The best steaks will come from Kevin Rathbun Steak, Fogo De Chao, and Little Alley Steak.

Now that your sweet tooth is calling, Café Intermezzo, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams and Marietta Diner have you covered on all the best desserts.

Wash all that good food down with a drink at one of the best brewery’s in town SweetWater Brewing Company, The Lost Druid, or Monday Night Brewing. You can also get your fix by heading to the best sports bar voted by Access Atlanta readers, Taco Mac. With other options, including Grindhouse and Hudson Grille, you can enjoy a game and a good drink all at once.

Or if you’re looking to have a little more leisure with your libations, the best bars with games include Ormsby’s, My Parents Basement in Avondale, and Battle and Brew.