"Relax, it's just eggs" is the motto at this favorite local diner. At Thumbs Up Diner, you'll find made-to-order breakfast and lunch diner classics like omelets, pancakes, burgers and fries. A popular favorite is the unique creation, "The Heap": seasoned pan-fried potatoes topped with a mound of scrambled eggs, cheese and pretty much anything else you'd like to add. If you're more in the mood for lunch, try a patty melt, black bean burger or a Southwestern specialty like catfish tacos. On the weekends, be prepared to line up with the locals as this is a hot spot for breakfast and brunch. Only cash is accepted, so carry ample change.
This chic Italian spot is set away in a largely residential neighborhood just east of downtown, not far from the mayor's house. Sotto Sotto Cucina Italiana is a little tricky to find, and the atmosphere suggests that the owners like it that way. A vintage Roman décor prevails in the dining room, where the lively, youthful crowd can get noisy at times. A classic Italian menu features a wide range of pastas, fresh seafood, risotto, and a wine list with selections from all over Italy. The warm and attentive staff makes this diner a great place to relish a sumptuous meal with family or friends.
Established in 1997 by Benedicte Cooper, Cafe Alsace gives a taste of Alsacian cuisine to the locals of Decatur. This quaint restaurant with its cozy interiors has a charming appeal to it and is quite popular in the neighborhood. The menu comprising of family recipes are a delight and are best accompanied with wines recommended by the expert staff. Visit Cafe Alsace if you are yearning to have some authentic French food.
South City Kitchen Midtown offers southern delicacies in a sophisticated atmosphere. Located on Crescent Avenue Northeast, this elegant restaurant features wide tables, minimalistic furnishings, and an elaborate bar. Begin with their specialty crabcakes, try the sorghum-glazed pork belly, or go for a quintessentially southern salad with romaine hearts, okra, and kale. You can head over to this place for a leisurely weekend brunch, and try the bourbon cured salmon, she-crab soup, or grilled fish. Wash it down with a refreshing mimosa, and leave some room for a decadent treat such as vanilla bean cheesecake or banana pudding trifle.
Since 1979, Bones Restaurant has been serving delectable steaks to its loyal patrons. With oak walls and a brass-laden, smoky bar at the entrance, this place is a popular choice for local meals as well as business lunches. Their impeccable wait staff delivers some of the best martinis in town, along with exceptional specialties like filet mignon and aged rib eye. For a change of pace, opt for their stuffed trout with vegetables on the side, among delicious coastal fare.
Often listed among the upper echelon of Atlanta's sushi restaurants, Sushi Huku delivers the freshest sushi in a fun and comfortable atmosphere. Traditional Japanese decor dominates the interior, where seating at the bar offers a perfect view of chef Hukusan's masterwork behind the glass. Menu favorites include the various rolls, nigri, sashimi, and other variations, many of which incorporate special personal twists of this fabulous sushi craftsman. A full range of Japanese sake and beer is available from the bar.