Marlow's Tavern Opens at Avalon

Eat, play, live and love all the mouthwatering options available when Marlow's Tavern opens its doors at Avalon in Alpharetta on Tuesday, November 11. Shoppers, browsers, moviegoers and those out for a saunter and supper will find the menu at the newest Marlow's Tavern backs those social skills with "Start/Snack/Share" plates and options for all from crisp salads, classic Tavern burgers, sandwiches, grilled meats and seafood to those "infamous" fish tacos and Marlow's rendition of shrimp and grits. Youngsters adore the Kids' Fun Foods menu. Spirits, the drinkable kind, are plentiful in handcrafted cocktails mixing premium liquors and fresh juices, global wine selections by the glass or bottle, and draft, craft, bottled or canned local and national beers. As an Avalon location-only privilege, guests can take a to-go alcohol cup with them after they dine (must be consumed inside the Avalon development). Plan your day or evening of shopping or fun mindful that the Avalon Marlow's Tavern serves lunch and dinner seven days a week and stays open until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday for night owls.

#Foodgram: @SmokebellyBBQ

Smokebelly doors officially open on Thursday, May 22, but Instagram glimpses this joint venture by the creators of Tin Lizzy’s Cantina, The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill, Pool Hall and The Fur Bus. Take a look at instagram.com/smokebellybbq.

Get Stoked for Barbecue: Smokebelly Opens in Buckhead May 21

When anyone asks Smokebelly executive chef Darrell Rice what he’s been smoking, he lays out a litany: pulled pork, sliced brisket, sliced turkey breast, sausage, baby back ribs and a rotation of specialty cuts like pork belly, leg of lamb, beef cheeks, smoked alligator and other wild game that are all within this dry-rub guru’s spectrum. Tantalizing smells and flavors are generated by low-heat smoking methods when Smokebelly, which is brought to you by the team behind The Big Ketch Saltwater Grill, Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails and Tin Lizzy’s Cantina and Trey Humphreys (the Fur Bus, A Social Mess and the Pool Hall), officially opens in Buckhead at 128 East Andrews Drive on Wednesday, May 21. Stalkers of smoky goodness can add fresh fish, vegetarian fare and “skinny fixins” like watermelon smoked feta salad and barbecue lettuce wraps to their repertoire. Smokebelly’s menu lays out upwards of 10 house-made sides plus Southern-rooted snacks, barbecue tapas, appetizers, sandwiches and salads. The bar has 20 craft beers on tap, artisanal liquors and handmade craft cocktails. Smokebelly’s own house band rocks on cue and welcomes other musicians to join in. A vintage feel extends through the dining room, bar and patio where guests can enjoy lunch and dinner daily. Guests also can spread out on “The Lawn,” a 1,500-square-foot patio with faux grass that seats an additional 160. Info: 404-848-9100.

Tin Lizzy's Cantina Spices Up Mall of Georgia On November 15

The Mall of Georgia is already one of the premier shopping destinations in the country, but it's about to get a whole lot hotter when Tin Lizzy's Cantina opens its sixth location on Friday, November 15. Tin Lizzy's is bringing its menu of gourmet soft tacos, dips, fresh salads, hot skillets and an extensive list of margaritas, cocktails and beers to OTP fans in a 7,442 square-foot location complete with an outdoor patio. Since they'll be open daily for lunch, dinner and late-night dining, it's going to be the perfect spot to refuel during those marathon holiday shopping sessions.

MLA Out and About: Flew the Coop for Chick-a-Biddy's Grand Opening

Lance Gummere and Shaun Doty's new restaurant, Chick-a-Biddy, left guests with much to cluck about. The grand opening in Atlantic Station was upbeat, delicious and featured farm-fresh menu items from executive chef Scott Weaver. Wood-grilled piri piri chicken, plantain chips with roasted tomato dip and the black bean quinoa burger were just a few of the innovative plates that were served with comforting sides and refreshing juices. The sign outside the door says it all - spread those wings and fly on over!

Celebrate the Reopening of the Attic Bar at Old Vinings Inn

Old Vinings Inn's social hot spot, the Attic Bar, is set to reopen on Thursday, July 19. The outdoor private patio, live music and full service bar have made the Attic Bar a popular spot for years. Stop by to celebrate (and ogle) the new renovations with complimentary appetizers from 5-7 p.m. while rocking out to live music from Kurt Thomas. Come thirsty, hungry and prepared for a night of excitement - the Attic Bar is back and better than ever!  

Chick-a-Biddy Opening this Week in Atlanta Station

 

What fun for Atlantic Station-goers looking for farm-fresh chicken served up in an energetic modern diner! Shaun Doty and Lance Gummere, co-owners of Bantam + Biddy in Ansley Mall, open Chick-a-Biddy on Thursday, July 11 in the space that formerly housed The Grape. The healthy menu is full of chicken dishes, simple sides and cocktails to cackle about. And this just scratches the surface. Read more about it on our Chick-a-Biddy Atlanta Dish blog post.