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Nikolai’s Roof gets new look, menu
Downtown dining stalwart Nikolai's Roof unveiled its new look and menu on Feb. 28. But fear not, the iconic panoramic view from the 30th floor of the Hilton Atlanta remains. The nearly $1 million renovation of the 7,500-square-foot space includes floor-to-ceiling wine cabinets and a new dining niche for wine dinners and large groups. The new menu from chef de cuisine Stephanie Alderete features American and Russian influenced dishes served a la carte or in three-, four- or six-course options. 255 Courtland St. N.E., Atlanta. 404-659-2000, 3.hilton.com.
Sweet Auburn open in Poncey-Highland
Known mainly as a food truck and catering operation in recent times, Sweet Auburn Barbecue has quietly opened a bricks-and-mortar restaurant in the former Pura Vida on North Highland Avenue. An expanded menu, full service and a full bar are all part of the new deal. Look for sandwiches, a la carte barbecue and sides, and more unusual offerings that reflect chef Ronald Hsu's Asian heritage, such as coconut lemon grass spare ribs and maple-glazed smoked Peking duck. 656 N. Highland Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 678-515-3550, sweetauburnbbq.com.
Atlanta restaurants on GQ 25 Best
On the heels of the announcement of multiple Atlanta chefs and restaurants as 2014 James Beard Award semifinalists, three newish Atlanta restaurants are on GQ dining critic Alan Richman's list of the 25 Best New Restaurants in America, 2014 — with two in the top 10. Ford Fry's first Buckhead restaurant, King + Duke, is No. 5. Kevin Gillespie's Gunshow in Glenwood Park takes the No. 7 spot. The General Muir with Todd Ginsberg at the helm is No. 19 on the list. gq.com.
Chicken Salad Chick opening in Marietta
Chicken Salad Chick, an Alabama-based fast-casual concept, is scheduled to open a new franchise location in Marietta on March 18. Located in Providence Square on Roswell Road, the "custom-fit chicken salad experience" offers 15 original flavors to choose from, plus soups, side salads and freshly baked desserts. The company has plans for 85 franchises across the states of Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and North Carolina and South Carolina. 4101 Roswell Road, Suite 811, Marietta. 770-565-3985, chickensaladchick.com.
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