The Setting: Casual pizza place with about a 50-50 table to booth ratio (rooftop for private parties)
Staff: Very friendly
The Food: The BEST American-style pizza this town has to offer. My personal preference demands a thick, chewy crust with good sauce. And, they deliver each and every time. The crust is delicious with a […]
Chocolate Chunk Pecan, Oatmeal Raisin, Double Chocolate Chunk, Almond Marble, or Peanut Butter Chocolate…. No matter what variety you choose, your taste buds will be rewarded. When you build a cookie on a base of high quality ingredients, you are rewarded with a stellar final product. And, these beauties never sit on shelf long […]
Versailles… This sign beckons you. I don’t believe it’s possible to drive down Calle Ocho (8th Street) without stopping. It might just be for a cafe cubano. Or, it might be for a pressed sandwich or pastellito (a guava pastry with or without cheese). Or, if you’re lucky, you might just get to sample […]
One of my all time favorite restaurants in Florida has got to be Little Havana. Their Cuban food has the true ring of authenticity. Every visit to South Florida demands a visit. And, while it might not actually be located on Calle Ocho, their food will take you straight to Cuba.
Setting: The large […]
A recent visit to Florida has refreshed my memories and awakened my cravings for Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor. For me, there is no ice cream parlor that will ever live up to it. Jaxson’s is Florida to me. No trip is complete without the mandatory visit… or two. Jaxson’s is the definition of indulgence. […]
Fox Bros Bar-B-Q — BEST OVERALL BBQ — Outstanding ribs, brisket, brunswick stew, mac & cheese, and onion rings 1238 Dekalb Ave Atlanta, Ga 30307 404 577 4030
Sam & Dave’s BBQ1 — Outstanding chicken and ribs, but, they only have about 5 tables 4944 Lower Roswell Road Marietta, GA 770 977 3005
Swallow at […]
Setting: Casual restaurant with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating
Staff: Friendly, attentive and eager to offer suggestions
The Food: BBQ Beef Brisket — moist, smoky, and full of flavor
BBQ Baby Back Ribs — The best I’ve ever had the pleasure of tasting — spicy, moist, and fall-off-the-bone-tender The spice blend, which is quite […]
Is it:
The Rusty Nail Pub: Cajun burger with thickly cut fries
The Rusty Nail Pub might be the winner of this competition with a huge burger that includes a spice rubbed burger patty that is topped with nicely caramelized onions. Always cooked to perfection and served up with sizzling hot fries.
Outback Steakhouse: Mad […]
Bagel Palace Deli and Bakery
Location: 2869 North Druid Hills Rd. Atlanta, GA 30329 Toco Hills Shopping Center (404) 315-9016
Setting: Casual deli that offers two rooms of tables (that are all filled on the weekend) with deli and bakery counters.
Staff: Friendly and well-versed on the lengthy menu.
The Food:
Bagels — many […]
The Swallow at the Hollow
Location: 1072 Green Street Roswell, GA 30075 678 352 1975
Setting: Old fashioned cabin style restaurant that oozes charm and character.
Staff: Very Friendly
The Food:
Baby Back Ribs — Tender and delicious with a flavorful bbq sauce that doesn’t overpower
Mac and Cheese — Amazingly rich and […]
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