Njeri’s guidebook
A few of my favorite places
Here's a cool list of some great places to see and places to eat here in the city and close by the apartment.
Either the Fish and Grits or Chicken! The Avocado Toast is fantastic. But...the Pancakes are the best! And I don't even like pancakes!
57 locals recommend
Gocha's Breakfast Bar
3695 Cascade RdEither the Fish and Grits or Chicken! The Avocado Toast is fantastic. But...the Pancakes are the best! And I don't even like pancakes!
Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q
1238 DeKalb Ave NEREAL Texas style BBQ!
Atlanta Botanical Garden
The Prado NortheastWonders abound any time of year!
Best take out seafood ever! Take out only - it's in the hood in Decatur (20 minutes drive and well worth it) - be prepared to be messy and happy! Phone ahead to avoid waiting.
11 locals recommend
Wats Crackin Garlic Crab
349 Candler Rd SEBest take out seafood ever! Take out only - it's in the hood in Decatur (20 minutes drive and well worth it) - be prepared to be messy and happy! Phone ahead to avoid waiting.
Topgolf
1600 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd NWOmni Coffee & Eggs
Bankhead Coffee
Great Coffee and Echo Park is a cool place to hangout!
Shhh! This is the best place for a sweat, soak, massage and scrub. Clean and great service. A bit of a hike but great if you need to relax, it's a great choice.
SPA LAND & SAUNA
2645 N Berkeley Lake Rd NWShhh! This is the best place for a sweat, soak, massage and scrub. Clean and great service. A bit of a hike but great if you need to relax, it's a great choice.
Wind up or wind down! It's closer and cooler than Starbucks. But there is a Starbucks down the street if you're a fan.
16 locals recommend
BUZZ Coffee and Winehouse
2315 Cascade RdWind up or wind down! It's closer and cooler than Starbucks. But there is a Starbucks down the street if you're a fan.
Food scene
Thumbs Up Diner
1617 White WayEverything is delicious here!
Busy Bee Cafe
810 M.L.K. Jr Dr SWSluttyVegan ATL
1542 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SWGet "Sluttyfied"! Even non-Vegans love it.
The Beautiful Restaurant
2260 Cascade RdSoul Food
The Spice House
2247 Cascade RdGood Carribean. Very close to the Unit.
Lean Draft House
600 Hopkins St SWGreat Beer and Tacos! Close by.
A very chic "Spy" themed place. They change their feature dishes every 3 months to showcase food from that country. The drinks are excellent! Awesome date night or Girls Night out.
34 locals recommend
The Consulate
10 10th St NWA very chic "Spy" themed place. They change their feature dishes every 3 months to showcase food from that country. The drinks are excellent! Awesome date night or Girls Night out.
Old Lady Gang Southern Cuisine
177 Peters St SWOy!
2355 Cumberland Pkwy SEBiggest Pancakes I've ever seen. Take a huge appetite!
Hattie B's Hot Chicken - Atlanta, GA
299 Moreland Ave NEYummmm!
Wild Heaven West End Brewery & Gardens
1010 White St SWSo many great places. Something great for every taste. Energetic atmosphere and plenty of space. Close to Top Golf!
19 locals recommend
Chattahoochee Food Works
1235 Chattahoochee Avenue NorthwestSo many great places. Something great for every taste. Energetic atmosphere and plenty of space. Close to Top Golf!
Great for Beer and Drinks! Beltline entrance for great walks, runs or biking.
47 locals recommend
Lee + White
1070 White St SWGreat for Beer and Drinks! Beltline entrance for great walks, runs or biking.
Krog Street Market
99 Krog St NEAmazing food stalls. On the beltline.
Sightseeing
Alliance Theatre
1280 Peachtree St NEGrab a great theatre experience!
Zoo Atlanta
800 Cherokee Ave SEIt has something for everyone! Food Stalls, shopping and an amazing rooftop amusement park.
1228 locals recommend
Ponce City Market
675 North Avenue NEIt has something for everyone! Food Stalls, shopping and an amazing rooftop amusement park.
Centennial Olympic Park
265 Park Ave W NWNeighborhoods
West End
Several Miles of the best of every type of Asian restaurants and bakeries. Thai, Chinese, Malay...you can't miss.
Buford Hwy NE, Atlanta, GA, USA
Several Miles of the best of every type of Asian restaurants and bakeries. Thai, Chinese, Malay...you can't miss.
City advice
Getting around
Marta is great if you are going someplace crowded !
Uber and Lyft are some of your best bets if traveling downtown where parking is limited.
Ways to save
City Pass
If you plan to see the CNN Center, Georgia Aquarium, World of Coke and the Civil Rights Museum, get a City Pass at any of these locations for deep discounts and free stuff!
What to pack
3 Golf Courses in the area
Bring your clubs or rent onsite. Great access to driving ranges as well.
Book before you go
Hot Fun in the Summertime
Emphasis on HOT! Bring light clothing in the Summer and layers in the Winter and Fall. Sunscreen and hats may be needed. Flip-flops and sandals are a must.