Barbecue chain opens its first metro Atlanta location, has plans for a second

Decatur has a new spot for barbecue.

Ohio-based City Barbecue opened its first metro Atlanta location today in the Decatur Crossing development at 2511 Blackmon Drive in Decatur. The fast-casual restaurant offers up barbecue staples including ribs, pulled pork, brisket and chicken in addition to vegetable sides, salads and desserts.

Though the first area location just opened, the chain has already secured a lease for a second in the Johns Creek Town Center on Peachtree Parkway in Johns Creek, Tomorrow's News Today reports.

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