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Dishes from the menu of The Americano.

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The Americano opening next week and more restaurant news from the week

A dish from the menu of Kindred in Oak Grove.

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Kindred opens in former Kitchen Six space with ‘eclectic’ farm-to-table menu

The Hank, served at Illegal Food, is a house-ground burger served with American cheese, shredded iceberg, sweet Vidalia onion, house-made dill pickle and special sauce. (Becky Stein / beckysteinphotography.com)

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Illegal Food is bringing the Hank back with pop-up at Sister Louisa’s

Henry Rosenbaum (left) is general manager of Distillery of Modern Art, and Seth Watson is the owner and founder. Courtesy of Seth Watson

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Take a first look at Chamblee’s Distillery of Modern Art

Spring Dining Guide: Pizza in Atlanta

The Margherita pizza continues to set a high standard at Varasano's. Chris Hunt for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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15 classic pizzas to try in metro Atlanta

Jeff Varasano stretches the dough for a Margherita pizza. He never tosses the dough, as it makes it tough. Chris Hunt for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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Meet the pizzaioli of Atlanta

Athens Pizza founders John and Asiemoula Papadopoulos opened the Greek pizza restaurant in 1977. Courtesy of the Papadopoulos family

6 Atlanta pizza parlors that have stood the test of time

Tre Vele's menu includes a quattro stagioni pizza. Mia Yakel for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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15 new places to try pizza in Atlanta

Dolo's Pizza owners Alyson Williams (left) and Yusef Walker show two of their creations at their pop-up pizzeria in Underground Atlanta. Chris Hunt for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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For an original bite of Atlanta, try a pop-up pizzeria

Old Fourth Ward pizzeria Glide sells slices of its massive, 20-inch Brooklyn-style pies, including the Homegrown (left) featuring pimento cheese. Ligaya Figueras/ligaya.figueras@ajc.com

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5 places to try pizza by the slice

Anthony Spina enjoys a piece of the grandma pie at O4W Pizza. Mia Yakel for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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5 pan pizzas to try in metro Atlanta

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At Kitty Dare, baseball-sized arancini are cut in half and rest on a bed of meaty Bolognese. Courtest of Dara Paryas

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REVIEW: Kitty Dare brings unfocused pan-Mediterranean menu to storied space

Ken’s Corner Grill closes after more than 48 years in Smyrna

Atlanta brewer Tim Schiavone returns to Wrecking Bar

In metro Atlanta, you’ll find pizza with flavors from around the world

Many never would suspect the Sottaceto pizza from Ammazza was vegan. Henri Hollis/henri.hollis@ajc.com

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Where to find vegan pizza in metro Atlanta

Try these spots for gluten-free pizza in metro Atlanta

Save room for these desserts from five Atlanta pizzerias

15 new places to try pizza in Atlanta

Anthony Spina enjoys a piece of the grandma pie at O4W Pizza. Mia Yakel for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Credit: Yvonne Zusel

5 pan pizzas to try in metro Atlanta

Meet the pizzaioli of Atlanta

6 other ways to enjoy pizza dough and garlic

For an original bite of Atlanta, try a pop-up pizzeria

Old Fourth Ward pizzeria Glide sells slices of its massive, 20-inch Brooklyn-style pies, including the Homegrown (left) featuring pimento cheese. Ligaya Figueras/ligaya.figueras@ajc.com

Credit: Ligaya Figueras

5 places to try pizza by the slice

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6 Atlanta pizza parlors that have stood the test of time

15 classic pizzas to try in metro Atlanta

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For the Krog Street Tunnel Lamb dish at Georgia Boy, a peculiar-looking bent plate and tableside finish of edible carrot spray elicit surprise and disbelief.

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Some chefs punctuate a meal with a bang

Pizza frequently was on the menu at the King children’s birthday parties, including Olivia’s fifth birthday at Chuck E. Cheese. (Courtesy of the King family)

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Kids’ birthdays: Giant mice, ball pits, arcades, pools and so much pizza

During the Civil War, hardtack sometimes was called "worm castles," because insects would lay their eggs in it. Pictured is hardtack from Atlanta that dates to 1862, on display at the Pensacola Museum of History at the University of West Florida.

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Restaurant Openings

Dishes from the menu of The Americano.

Credit: KEN GOODMAN PHOTOGRAPHY

The Americano opening next week and more restaurant news from the week

A dish from the menu of Kindred in Oak Grove.

Credit: Alison Jakaitis

Kindred opens in former Kitchen Six space with ‘eclectic’ farm-to-table menu

Henry Rosenbaum (left) is general manager of Distillery of Modern Art, and Seth Watson is the owner and founder. Courtesy of Seth Watson

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Take a first look at Chamblee’s Distillery of Modern Art

Chicken mole from the menu of D Boca N Boca in Summerhill.

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D Boca N Boca opens this month for tacos and tequila in Summerhill

Menu items from Nauti Dog Grill at Alpharetta City Center.

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Nautical-themed Nauti Dog now open for hot dogs in Alpharetta

The exterior of Fishmonger in Poncey-Highland.

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Fishmonger opens in Poncey-Highland with fresh seafood and a raw bar

Atlanta Dishes to Try

A bowl of caldo verde de marisco, served with crispy crostini, makes a hearty meal at Boho115. Courtesy of Boho115

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Seafood twist on Mexican stew makes a hearty meal in Decatur

Miller Union's dessert showcase is a basil cake served with rhubarb jam, lime and white chocolate ganache, and guava sorbet. Angela Hansberger for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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Taste a spring garden on a spoon at this Atlanta restaurant

Croquettes jamon are served over a piquillo aioli at Marietta’s Silla Del Toro. Courtesy of Adam Disser

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These crunchy orbs are packed with Spanish flavors

Light tempura batter allows the delicate meat to shine in the tempura soft-shell crab sandwich at Staplehouse. Angela Hansberger for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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Try magic from the sea on a bun at this Atlanta restaurant

The green chile cream corn at Kirkwood's Poco Loco provides a taste explosion with every bite. Angela Hansberger for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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This Poco Loco bowl turns a Mexican favorite on its ear

Bánh xèo, featured on the menu at Nam Phuong Buford Highway, is a popular Vietnamese street food. Angela Hansberger for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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This Vietnamese street food on Buford Highway is sizzling fun

Grilled maitake is one of the small-plate menu’s shareable dishes at Bully Boy. Courtesy of Henri Hollis/Bully Boy

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This Bully Boy dish will make you rethink mushrooms as a meal

The Classic chicken sandwich at How Crispy Express packs a lot of flavor. Angela Hansberger for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

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This Atlanta chicken sandwich deserves its name

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