CHEROKEE
Cheeseburger Bobby's
Be hungry and be ready for beef at this fast-casual eatery, the fourth to open in the metro area. This location follows suit, with burgers, all-beef hot dogs, grilled chicken, hand-cut french fries and onion rings, and frozen custards and shakes. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sundays-Thursdays; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. 2060 Cumming Highway, Canton. 770-479-0411, www.cheeseburgerbobbys.com . $
DEKALB
Mykonos Taverna
In the mood for classic Greek food? Head to this new taverna where the menu features a range of authentic flavors, including gyros, calamari and daily specials for lunch and dinner. There's also a selection of Greek wines. Belly dancers perform beginning at 9:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. 11 a.m.-midnight Sundays-Thursdays; 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Fridays-Saturdays. 2901 Clairmont Road, Atlanta. 404-638-6770. $
FULTON
Bella Italia
You can count on plenty of Italian favorites at this Roswell eatery, starting with pizzas, calzones and strombolis and a range of pasta dishes. Weekly specials may include grilled rack of lamb, osso buco or a seafood dish. Each Thursday, unwind with live music on the patio. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays; noon-9 p.m. Sundays. 880 Marietta Highway, Roswell. 770-640-8000. $$
Boiling Pot Seafood & Oyster Bar
Seafood is the star at this New Orleans-inspired spot, where Cajun-spiced scallops, jambalaya and shrimp étouffée are served. Start off with a shrimp fondue, Louisiana wings or a bowl of seafood gumbo. Lighter bites include gyros, Cajun burgers or chicken and po' boys stuffed with shrimp, oysters or catfish. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Fridays-Sundays. 7285 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs. 770-604-9300. $
GWINNETT
Parma Tavern
Manicotti, carbonara and fettuccini alfredo are among the classic Italian dishes served at this new Italian tavern. Pizzas, burgers, salads and small plates are also available, along with a Sunday brunch. 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays; 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sundays. 3350 Buford Drive, Buford. 678-541-0908, www.parmarustictavern.com . $
Pricing code: $$$$$ means more than $75; $$$$ means $75 or less; $$$ means $50 or less; $$ means $25 or less; $ means $15 or less. The price code represents a typical full-course meal for one, excluding drinks.
H.M. Cauley, for the AJC. Send news of your restaurants to hm_cauley@yahoo.com or call 404-514-6162.
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