[ Anthony's | Aria | Atlanta Fish Market | BluePointe | Buckhead Diner ]
[ Canoe | Dining Room at the Ritz-Carlton | Floataway Café | Flying Biscuit Café ]
[ Imperial Fez | Nava | Pano's & Paul's | Pittypat's Porch | Prime | Restaurant Eugene | Seeger's ]

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Anthony's

You may have to hunt a bit when visiting Anthony's, an Antebellum-styled restaurant offering continental and contemporary southern cuisine. It's a little difficult to find, hidden as it is in heavy woods on a large piece of undeveloped land in an otherwise very busy section of the city. The food is very good, but the best reason for coming here is to see the gorgeous 1797 plantation home which houses the restaurant, where it was reportedly spared by General Sherman because the owners had an infant. Each room is decorated in period style with plenty of fireplaces to provide coziness. A continental menu focuses on dishes such as milk-fed veal loin stuffed with Maine lobster, pumpkin seed crusted grouper and three pepper salad with warm cranberry apple salsa.

Anthony's
3109 Piedmont Rd.
(404) 262-7379
www.anthonysfinedining.com

Aria

To replace the popular but stuffy Hedgerose comes Aria, by the same owners and chef, but with a much hipper feel. Buzzing with life, Aria's decor is pure romance with curtains of silver beads and exotic candelabras. The fixe prix menu has been replaced with an all a' la carte menu. There are no onions like those that grow in the South and you can try them here in the Vidalia onion soup. Carolina rabbit and beef short ribs braised in Zinfandel are so good that the restaurant was once named one of the country's best by Esquire magazine. Even the old Hedgerose lovers won't be disappointed with this new and improved gourmet establishment.

Aria
490 East Paces Ferry Rd., N.E.
(404) 233-7673
www.aria-atl.com

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Atlanta Fish Market

For terrific seafood at reasonable prices visit the Atlanta Fish Market, famous for the giant 65-foot-high copper fish that adorns the outside. The Savannah-style fish house is part of a 13,000-square-foot complex that includes a lounge, private dining room and boutique-style food shop. The menu changes daily based upon availability of seafood. There's always a catch of the day that comes charbroiled or steamed Hong Kong style with a spicy sauce. Other possibilities: Dover sole from Belgium, salmon from Ireland, stone crab claws from Key West, and oysters from Louisiana. Located in a cavernous room, this is not an intimate experience, but groups and those looking for good food at affordable prices will feel right at home.

Atlanta Fish Market
265 Pharr Rd., N.E.
(404) 262-3165
www.buckheadrestaurants.com/atlantafishmarket

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BluePointe

A not-so-casual affair, BluePointe is the restaurant everyone seems to be talking about. This is modern American/Asian fusion cuisine taken to a new level - sushi-rice cakes with passion fruit, duck breast cooked Asian style and steaks cooked any way you like. A contemporary colorful decor is sexy and modern with plenty of curves, and an open kitchen and lots of glass. One of the hottest (and hardest to get) reservations in town, book far in advance. Dress up for this night on the town.

BluePointe
3455 Peachtree Rd., N.E.
(404) 237-9070
www.buckheadrestaurants.com/bluepointe

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Buckhead Diner

Check out the Buckhead Diner, a longtime haunt of locals, tourists and whatever celebrities happen to be in town (Elton John is a regular). They all come for the decadent Maytag Blue cheese-topped potato chips, veal meatloaf and a long list of comfort food menu items. Sometimes the wait time gets out of control. In that case, take a seat at the old-fashioned counter and order a hot dog or grilled cheese sandwich. It's an Atlanta tradition trimmed with stainless steel and neon.

Buckhead Diner
3073 Piedmont Rd.
(404) 262-3336
www.buckheadrestaurants.com/buckheaddiner

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Canoe

For lunch or dinner you won't go wrong by choosing the gorgeous Canoe, right on the banks of the Chattahoochee River. The setting is out of a dream with gardens that bloom all year and an open air patio where flower scents mingle with the savory cuisine. Canoe's new American menu changes seasonally, but you can always count on a few favorites like Tuna Tuna Tuna (the namesake fish is cooked three different ways) and a fresh grouper with lobster succotash. If you have a private party there's no better room in town than the private wine room here.

Canoe
4199 Paces Ferry Rd., N.W.
(770) 432-2663
www.canoeatl.com

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Dining Room at the Ritz-Carlton

For gracious five-star Southern dining visit the Ritz Carlton Dining Room. Service is spectacular, the decor, tasteful and elegant. The food is expertly prepared with a French/Asian flare, and expensive, but features a five course chef's menu or three course prix fixe. Although the dining room is dark and formal, an open kitchen lightens things up considerably. Jackets are required.

Dining Room at the Ritz-Carlton
3434 Peachtree Rd.
(404) 237-2700
www.ritzcarlton.com/hotels/atlanta_buckhead/dining

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Floataway Café

One of the hottest and hardest to get reservations in town is dinner at Floataway Café, created by the acclaimed team of chef Anne Quatrano and her partner Clifford Harrison, formerly known for opening the dazzling Bacchanalia. Floataway, in the remote Warehouse District, combines sophisticated country French and Italian fare into a creative bistro-oriented menu: organic arugula salads, buffalo ricotta gnocchi, and on the French side: roasted beets and hanger steak and pommes frites. The restaurant itself is sleek but warm with polished cement floors and gauzy wall prints. Be sure to reserve well in advance.

Floataway Café
1123 Zonolite Rd., N.E.
(404) 892-1414
www.starprovisions.com

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Flying Biscuit Café

What could be more Southern than homemade buttermilk biscuits? The best in town are found at the Flying Biscuit Café, one of the city's favorite breakfast spots. A neighborhood hangout in the heart of historic Candler Park with mismatched plates and individually-themed dining rooms, the crowd is young and the food is very original. For just a few of the menu favorites, try the free range chicken homemade and sage sausage or french toast with raspberry sauce from their non-stop breakfast menu, or for lunch, the signature turkey meat loaf and pudge. For dinner try the Atlantic salmon with tofu stir-fry or roasted corn souffle. Later, stop by the bakery to buy a few biscuits for the road!

Flying Biscuit Café
1655 McLendon Ave.
(404) 687-8888
www.flyingbiscuit.com

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Imperial Fez

When only something ethnic will do, one answer is the Imperial Fez and its Eastern-styled sultan's palace decor. It's an exotic evening complete with veiled dancers (who may compel you to dance with them) and authentic but healthy Moroccan cuisine. A moderately-priced prix fixe menu includes five courses including soup, salads, appetizers, choice of entree ranging from lamb to vegetarian-oriented dishes, and fresh fruit desserts. Special menu for kids 12 and younger.

Imperial Fez
2285 Peachtree Rd., N.E.
(404) 351-0870
www.imperialfez.com

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Nava

Nava is the choice in Atlanta for Southwest cuisine. A Latin and Native American influenced menu includes chile-rubbed steak, tortilla-crusted crab rellenos and suncorn crusted snapper. An adobe decor includes an authentic beam and stick ceiling complete with katchina dolls and other Navajo designs. For lighter fare head to the bar where rabbit tostadas and chipotle mussels go perfectly with the prickly pear margaritas. Even the desserts are Southwest oriented: killer banana tortillas topped with caramel sauce.

Nava
3060 Peachtree Rd., N.W.
(404) 240-1984
www.buckheadrestaurants.com/nava

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Pano's & Paul's

Pano's & Paul's was Pano's first venture into the restaurant world and this long-standing Atlanta favorite has been in business for over 25 years. Paul left but Pano remains a fixture and shows up here almost every night. Well-heeled locals served by tuxedoed waiters come for the classic American and continental dishes, which include P&P's signature fried lobster tail, crisped duck breast and potato or good old fashioned rib-eye. Enjoy a before dinner drink and dig into the fantastic bread basket. A bordello-like decor with fabric covered walls and dark colors exudes excess. Jackets are suggested.

Pano's & Paul's
1232 W. Paces Ferry Rd., N.W.
(404) 261-3662
www.buckheadrestaurants.com/panosandpauls

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Pittypat's Porch

A longtime tourist haunt, Pittypat's Porch takes its diners on a sensual journey back to the old South with an atmosphere reminiscent of scenes from the movie "Gone With the Wind." Named for Scarlett O'Hara's aunt Pittypat Hamilton, the restaurant is known for a completely Southern menu including crab cakes, baby-back ribs, venison and, of course, fried chicken. Sit in rocking chairs and use hand fans to stay cool. Then, keep an eye out for Rhett Butler who undoubtedly would have loved this place.

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Prime

One of the most unusual restaurant formulas in Atlanta is found at Prime, an eatery that combines Asian with all-American cuisine. Order sushi or steak, lamb and veal chops or lobster tails over sesame rich cakes and shrimp dumplings--or a little of both. For dessert try the very French vanilla creme brulee or New York style cheesecake for a perfect ending. There's also a beautiful sushi bar highlighting the modern room decorated with Asian-style furniture. The live jazz and lively bar crowd each evening helps you forget you are in the middle of the Lenox Mall.

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Restaurant Eugene

The ambiance and New American cuisine at this fine dining venue in Atlanta will entice guests. Headed by chef Linton Hopkins, who was named the Iron Chef American Atlanta Challenger by the Food Network, Restaurant Eugene has also garnered the 2007 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Based largely on a seasonal menu, indulge in the rich appetizer, called Duo of La Bella Farms Foie Gras, which is seared duck foie gras served with buttermilk biscuits, cherrywood-aged balsamic and kumquat marmalade. Move on to a Tasting of Local Vegetables, which will include baby beets, mustards greens, fingerling potatoes, and skillet greens, or try the Mississippi Rabbit. The interesting dessert menu includes a hip vegan chocolate cake. Sunday Supper, served from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., is a special bargain with appetizer, entrée and dessert for $29.50.

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Seeger's

If you're wondering what became of the former chef of The Ritz-Carlton Dining Room, look no further than Seeger's, named for the great man himself, Guenther Seeger. Called chef of the decade by the James Beard Foundation in the 1990s, Seeger opened his own mecca a few years ago and it has since become only the second five-star dining establishment in the city. Seeger offers creatively compiled five-course fixe-prix menus with uniquely prepared dishes you've most likely never tasted: truffle flan, halibut pave and kiwi in lavender. If you're wondering how good it is, just remember that when famous chefs visit Atlanta this is their headquarters. Fabulous food and fabulously expensive.

Seeger's
111 West Paces Ferry Rd., N.W.
(404) 846-9779
www.seegers.com

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