The Danish Bakery & Smørrebrød Café
Danish bakery and café concept from Freddy Adkins and his Danish husband Mikkel, targeting early 2027 opening on Juniper Street in Midtown Atlanta near Piedmont Park. Will offer pastries, breads, and open-faced sandwiches (smørrebrød) similar to Copenhagen cafes. Currently in final stages of funding with a Letter of Intent on a space; exact address to […]
Glide Pizza
Glide Pizza, a popular Beltline slice shop known for Southern-inspired toppings like pimento cheese and hot honey burrata, has a new location headed to South Downtown Atlanta. The article is a review of the existing Old Fourth Ward location but mentions the upcoming South Downtown opening. There is also an existing Decatur location.
Hungry AF
Atlanta-grown restaurant brand Hungry AF is expanding to Tucker, GA with a new location currently under construction at 4431 Hugh Howell Rd. The brand, founded in 2022 by Anthony ‘Kodak’ Harris, Chris Berry, and Kevin Edwards, is targeting a fall 2026 opening. This will be their 11th location. Known for a fusion menu featuring pasta, […]
Bloom
European-inspired patisserie and neighborhood cafe opening at Highside Market in Columbus, GA. Concept focuses on ‘cakes and bubbles’ — French and Italian pastries paired with wines and champagnes. Also offering light lunch, afternoon tea (Fri-Sun), and a children’s petite tea option. Sage green and cream floral aesthetic. Owner Ritesh Mali and his wife Dr. Manisha […]
FNF Hot Burger
FNF Hot Burger, a local smash burger brand helmed by Vic Tran, is expanding to Phipps Plaza food hall on the first floor. The brand launched in Decatur in early 2025 and has a location at Halidom Eatery in East Atlanta. The new Phipps Plaza location is awaiting final permitting, which will determine the exact […]
Good ‘n Plenty Steak House and International Buffet
Family-owned steak house and international buffet opening in August 2026. Features American, Chinese, Italian, Mexican, and rotating international foods, plus hand-cut steaks. Seats up to 300 in general dining and 50 in private dining room. Hours 6am-9pm daily. Located in former Fresco Italiano space. Co-owned by James Spornhauer and his son Greg Spornhauer; executive chef […]
Andalusia
Andalusia is a new Spanish restaurant opening in Downtown Macon, replacing Kinjo Kitchen. The restaurant aims to bring the spirit of Spanish dining to the area, honoring culinary traditions of Southern Spain. It is taking reservations ahead of its July 28 opening.
Bodega Bar ATL
NYC-inspired pop-up converting to first brick-and-mortar location in Sylvan Hills. 2,100 sq ft space. Menu features chopped cheese, General Tso’s chicken, chicken parm with gochujang marinara, and Nathan’s hot dogs, plus cocktails, beer and wine. Currently awaiting liquor license and final inspections. Plans for weekly pop-ups showcasing local bartenders and chefs.
Gemini Bar
Gemini Bar is an upcoming open-air cafe/bar joining Terminal South in Atlanta. The 735-square-foot space will seat 60 and serve cocktails, beer, and wine. Hours listed as Thursday 12pm-9pm and Friday-Saturday 12pm-10pm. Liquor license paperwork has been filed. No specific opening date announced but described as opening ‘this year’ (2026).
The Baking Social
Experiential baking concept from Sugar Shane’s chef Shane Quillin, opening in a 3,600 sq ft space near The Battery. Will offer 12 signature baking classes (breads, desserts, etc.) plus a 1,000 sq ft bakery serving baked goods and coffee, open Wed-Sun. Partnering with Founders Row brand incubator led by Jamie Weeks. Opening planned for fall […]