Food and Dining

Openings & Closings

Late summer surge sees more than 20 new restaurants open around metro Atlanta

August restaurant openings included Sargent in Old Fourth Ward, Siren in Brookhaven and Pataaka in Midtown.

NoriFish, Okiboru open at Ponce City Market, plus other Atlanta restaurant news

NoriFish and Okiboru opened at Ponce City Market, Baraonda closed in Sandy Springs, Indaco got a new chef and more from the week on the metro Atlanta restaurant scene.

EXCLUSIVE

Smileys Burger Club will take over former How Crispy space in Summerhill

Decatur’s beloved smashburger destination expands to Georgia Avenue with family-friendly patio seating and plans to court college students.

Food & Drink

083126: Blanket Dumplings
RECIPE

No-fold blanket technique makes it quick to DIY dumplings on a weeknight

This 5:30 Challenge recipe draws inspiration from cumin lamb for earthy, spicy flavor in each dumpling.

082426: Chicken Caesar Burgers
RECIPE

Add Caesar dressing to chicken burgers 3 ways for a quick, tasty weeknight meal

It's not just for salads! How to dress up chicken burgers with Caesar dressing.

Homemade banana pudding
RECIPE

How to make banana pudding better: 7 tips that actually matter

Make homemade banana pudding better with expert tips for a richer, creamier dessert. Here's one: Use freeze-dried bananas for a more intense banana flavor.

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Dolly Parton impact

Atlanta’s Dolly Parton-inspired drag queen, other LGBTQ community members mourn

Atlanta's sweet side
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Fresh peaches

How to celebrate National Peach Day in Atlanta

Punk Foodie Aug. 26 2026
PUNK FOODIE GUIDE

6 Atlanta food pop-ups this week, including a feature on Mighty Hans

Smiley's Burger Club - New Location
EXCLUSIVE

Smileys Burger Club will take over former How Crispy space in Summerhill

Vinny's Mutual Aid

Pay What You Can fundraiser, Taiwanese brunch and more Atlanta food events

082426: Chicken Caesar Burgers
RECIPE

Add Caesar dressing to chicken burgers 3 ways for a quick, tasty weeknight meal

Beyond BuHI: Bene Korean BBQ

Beyond BuHi: 5 more spots for global flavors across metro Atlanta

Pataaka Opening

Pataaka opens at Spring Quarter and more from Atlanta’s restaurant scene

Homemade banana pudding
RECIPE

How to make banana pudding better: 7 tips that actually matter