FULTON
Moe’s Original BBQ
Moe's Original BBQ, a Colorado-based chain, recently opened its first Georgia location in Midtown. Situated in the renovated Kool Korners building on 14th Street, this fast-casual eatery serves up Alabama-style barbecue, including pulled pork, ribs, catfish, wings and chicken. The restaurant also includes a full premium bar outfitted with numerous HDTVs. 11 a.m.- 10 p.m. daily. 349 14th St., Atlanta. 404-249-0707, www.moesoriginalbbq.com. $ Jon Watson
FULTON
Erwood’s Kitchen & Keg
The same team behind the new Tifosi Gastropub in Alpharetta recently opened its next venture, Erwood's Kitchen & Keg, in the heart of Crabapple. With more than 24 beers on tap to choose from, sports fans can enjoy an array of pub fare while watching their favorite game on any of the 18 HDTVs. 10 a.m.- 2 a.m. Mondays-Sundays. 12635 Crabapple Road, Alpharetta. 770-754-9555, www.erwoods.com (under construction). $ Jon Watson
FULTON
Legends Deli and Cafe
This month, Alpharetta welcomes Legends Deli and Cafe, which will serve breakfast, lunch and an early dinner using all fresh ingredients. Soups, salads, sauces and dressings are all made in-house. Find breakfast sandwiches such as the pork roll egg-and-cheese, deli sandwiches made with Boar’s Head brand meats, and freshly-ground Angus burgers.
Jenny Turknett
DEKALB
Decatur Diner
This addition to the downtown Decatur dining scene opened recently. The diner will keep its doors open 24 hours a day and serve American, Greek and Italian fare. The stuffed flounder and moussaka (layers of eggplant, potatoes and ground beef baked, then topped with a Béchamel sauce) are two of the diner's specialties. Open 24 hours, daily. 205 E. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur. 404-377-8787, website under construction. $-$$ Jenny Turknett
GWINNETT
Raku
This Korean-operated ramen restaurant has opened in the space that was formerly Shabu King. There are limited items on the menu but the restaurant has plans to add around 40 entree and appetizer items, including a selection of Japanese beers. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Mondays-Sundays. 2550 Pleasant Hill Road, Suite 112, Duluth. 770-476-1212. $ Gene Lee
FULTON
Abrigo
This new Southwestern fusion restaurant has arrived in Midtown offering a variety of steak, pork and seafood dishes with a Mexican or Cuban twist. The restaurant also features a covered patio and a separate dining room for private parties or corporate events. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Fridays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sundays. 818 Juniper St. N.E., Atlanta. 404-963-7673, www.abrigomidtown.com. $ Gene Lee
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