In a converted Victorian House, located in downtown Roswell, lies a charming restaurant called the Fickle Pickle. The southern kitchen makes all kinds of pickles from scratch every day, and some are lucky enough to be included in the local favorite dish of Fried Cajun Pickles. The lunch rush usually has a majority of patrons asking for the fresh Cuban sandwich or a sandwich of fried green tomatoes. The Fickle Pickle even has a decent wine and beer list. The walls are lined with the art of local residents, which is all for sale and frequently rotated. For large parties and events, a barn is available in the backyard for rent.
Bartaco, in Midwest, lies on Marietta Street - a vibrant and lively casual eatery. The Latin restaurant features bright yet elegant hues, and also includes a wonderful patio arrangement. On offer here is an eclectic selection of Mexican and Latin-inspired fare that incorporates several taco variants. Top picks here include classics such as baja fish tacos, fried oyster tacos, pork belly tacos, pork tamales, shrimp ceviche, gorditas and lots more. These scrumptious, zesty offerings couple well with their Latin-themed bar program - expect lots of margaritas, tequilas and cocktails here. All in all, Bartaco makes for a fun dine!
Located across from the Atlanta History Center, this restored house is home to an upscale restaurant, a fine arts gallery, and gift shop. The restaurant serves creative regional dishes, desserts, and light fare presented in an elegant tearoom ambiance. The Swan Coach House Gallery features works by Southern artists, 19th-century European and American paintings, and contemporary art reflecting Atlanta's artistic tradition. The gift shop offers decorative accessories, porcelains, silver, antiques, and other small gift items.
For classic Southern food with an authentic ambiance to match, Mary Mac's is the place to be. Stop by for some hearty tomato pie, beef turnovers, and barbecued ribs to go with beer and cocktails. This bustling restaurant on Ponce de Leon has remained unchanged since 1945, and is as much a cultural experience as it is a culinary one. Regular favorites include fried trout, baked or fried chicken, collard greens, and sweet potato souffle. Catering and delivery services are available as well.
If you want to sample some traditional, all-American fare in Milton, there is no place better than Milton's Cuisine & Cocktails. Housed in a restored historical home, the restaurant offers magnificent views, plenty of lovely indoor and outdoor dining options and is enveloped in lush greenery. Serving regional and contemporary delights nightly and Sunday brunch, the menu is refreshing and only farm fresh produces are used. The ambiance is breezy and romantic, bringing out a spark in you that might have become dull due to the busyness of life. The restaurant has a separate bar menu and kids menu as well. Though its on the steeper side, Milton's Cuisine & Cocktails is a place to be pampered. So come away and be pampered in every sense. Milton's is available for private functions, weddings and more.
Housed in a former filling station in the heart of downtown Decatur, Leon's Full Service is just that - a full service bar and restaurant focused on fine handcrafted food and drink. An offshoot of the extremely popular Brick Store Pub, Leon's cuisine expands beyond pub fare to more upscale options. Chef Eric Ottensmeyer keeps the menu fresh and seasonal with entrees like wild pan seared scallops and grilled flat iron steak with a zucchini cheddar casserole. Sandwiches, salads, pub frites and snacks - like bacon in a glass - round out the menu. Craft beers are a focus here, but quality wines and spirits are also well represented. The atmosphere is laid-back with an inviting patio perfect for relaxing and enjoying a great meal.