Drift celebrates 1 year in East Cobb
Drift Fish House & Oyster Bar in East Cobb celebrates its first anniversary with Oysterfest, a week-long culinary event through March 7, featuring daily specials, chef demonstrations and two dinners, all showcasing the deliciousness of the oyster. Look for a daily oyster happy hour, a $35 Oysterfest prix fixe menu, and Oyster 101 chef demonstrations March 4-5. 4475 Roswell Road, Marietta. 770-635-7641, driftoysterbar.com.
New Chuy’s at Akers Mill Square
Atlanta's newest Chuy's location is set to open this week at Akers Mill Square in the Cumberland area. It's the third Chuy's to open in Georgia, after restaurants in Kennesaw and Perimeter. Founded in 1982 in Austin, Texas, the popular made-from-scratch Tex-Mex concept is known for dishes made with hand-rolled tortillas and fresh sauces, including spicy Hatch green chile, as well as its signature decor, including the Elvis shrine and La Chihuahua Bar. 2955 Cobb Parkway S.E., Atlanta. chuys.com/locations/atlanta/akersmill.
Smoke + Duck Sauce in Decatur
The second location of Smoke + Duck Sauce is open on North Decatur Road in Decatur. The Asian barbecue restaurant from Gary Lin, the owner of Chow Bing in Buckhead, opened its first Smoke + Duck Sauce location on Powers Ferry Road in Cobb County in Sept. 2016. Look for a variety of barbecue sandwiches and platters, including chicken, brisket, pork and ribs, with sides and unusual sauces such as house duck sauce and teriyaki barbecue. 2641 N. Decatur Road, Decatur. 470-225-7172, smokeandducksauce.com.
The Mercury launches Sunday brunch
The Mercury at Ponce City Market has launched a new Sunday brunch service. For $34.95 per person, enjoy a buffet including a full carving station with choice cuts of prime rib, turkey or pork, along with stations for made-to-order waffles and omelets. In addition to eggs, bacon and other standard breakfast items, the buffet will include fried chicken and a variety of desserts, pastries and fresh fruit. 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. N.E., Atlanta. 404-500-5253, themercuryatl.com.
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