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There’s nothing better than finding that perfect item and paying close to nothing for it - even if it’s been used before. Sifting through piles of clothes and cracked china is part of the fun when it comes to shopping second-hand stores. Atlanta has no shortage of thrift stores. The city has everything from grungy, warehouse stores to curated, second-hand shops. Here are the ones worth visiting: Second Life is located in downtown Avondale Estates in a huge, yet very well organized, 5,000 square foot building. It sells housewares and clothes and the owners recently opened up a second furniture store across the parking lot. Stop by the main store and stock up on glassware and great everyday dishes. If you’re looking for a classic coffee table or quirky couch, head across the parking lot to the secondary store. Bonus: a portion of every purchase benefits homeless dogs and cats. Last Chance Thrift has four locations in Atlanta and no thrift store list would be complete without a mention of LC. This chain of stores is the “grungy, warehouse stores” I mentioned at the beginning of this article. LC is the type of store you visit again and again and then finally find the perfect white, porcelain cat that you’ve been looking for your mantle. Or if you’re looking for giant t-shirts to make t-shirt scarves during a crafternoon project, LC is the place for you. The prices are the lowest you’ll find anywhere. Take a drive out to the suburbs and mine the Goodwill at Northlake. True story: my sister bought a Bottega Veneta purse at this location for $1.50. Enough said. In the same vein, you can also find some decent designer items at the Goodwill on Roswell Road. Finders Keepers is by far the best second-hand shop(s) in Atlanta. There are four locations each with a different focus: fashions, boutique, menswear, and furnishings. These aren’t thrift stores, they’re second-hand stores, which means the prices aren’t the lowest in town. Nevertheless, you’ll still find great deals in these well-curated stores. The fashion shop carries brands like Banana Republic and J. Crew while the boutique in Decatur has designer items by the likes of Roberto Cavalli and Derek Lam. The furnishing shop carries a mix of traditional and mid-century items and rotates its inventory regularly. Lucky Exchange has been an Atlanta favorite second-hand shop for years. It’s located in Midtown in a tiny storefront right next to Papis. The inventory is well organized and refreshed frequently. The men’s section has army surplus shirts and brands like Original Penguin. The women’s section has plenty of fun, vintage-y party dresses and funky jewelry. Head to the back of the store for the clearance and sales items first. Honorable Mention: Rag-o-Rama and Buffalo Exchange offer secondhand clothing for the Urban Outfitters set. The prices are reasonable, but more expensive than thrift stores and Lucky Exchange.

Just a few miles from downtown Atlanta lies the culinary destination of Decatur, GA that’s gained a name for itself in the shadow of it’s bigger brother. You’ll find restaurants that run the gamut from mom & pop shops to restaurants that have graced the pages of Food & Wine and Bon Appetit. It’s a great place to raise a family and also to belly up to the bar to get a great beer. Dining out doesn’t need to break the bank and this list will give you a few ideas on places to eat on the cheap. (Explore all of our restaurant deals to find even more cheap eats.) One won’t find white tablecloths or even tables themselves walking into Las Brasas near Decatur Square, however you will find some of the best chicken the city has to offer at solid prices. The restaurant offers Peruvian style rotisserie chicken packed with flavor. They also offer lomo saltado, a steak dish towards the end of the week on Thursdays and Fridays. A variety of sides are available and the bright yellow soda, Inca Kola is the perfect drink to accompany your meal. Located at 310 E Howard Ave, Decatur, GA 30030 Your DeKalb Farmer’s Market is a bit of a misnomer, as it is completely indoors, and goods for sale are flown in from around the globe, rather than a pickup truck from area farms, but it’s a go-to grocery market for the area’s chefs, gourmet home cooks, and transplants searching for food from their homeland. A favorite place to get lunch on the go is the buffet, where Southern dishes and samosas sit side by side. The lasagna is a personal favorite and a full salad bar is available. Items are priced by weight and can provide excellent fuel for the shopping adventures ahead. Located at 3000 E Ponce De Leon Ave, Decatur, Georgia 30030 Eating locally and eating on the cheap aren’t always synonymous, but in the case of lunch at Farm Burger, they go hand in hand. Farm Burger works with local farms whenever possible and offers menu items that change seasonally. Diners can get a grassfed, locally raised burger, fries and a drink during lunch hours for only $8.50. In addition to their Decatur location, they also have locations in Buckhead and Dunwoody. Located at 410 W Ponce De Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030 Taqueria del Sol can be spotted rather easily while driving down Ponce de Leon as it typically has a line out the door. There’s no need to worry as it typically moves quickly and is worth the wait. A variety of tacos and enchiladas form their regular menu but definitely keep a look out for the chef’s specials. Personal favorites include the fried chicken and fish tacos. Located at 359 W Ponce De Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030 A relative newcomer to the Decatur scene, at first glance Kimball House wouldn’t be considered a budget dining location, however if you’ve got a soft spot for oysters, you don’t want to miss this restaurant located in an old train depot. Many restaurants have given this location a try, but the latest incarnation looks like it’ll stay for quite a while. Their oyster happy hour happens every weekday from 5-7 pm with a full range of oysters that would make most area seafood restaurants blush, and they’re offered at bargain basement prices starting at $1. We’re not talking gulf oysters here, the guys at KH are offering prime east and west coast oysters, prepared by staff in a dedicated shucker station next to the bar. Located at 303 E Howard Ave, Decatur, GA 30030

If you’re ever on the hunt for tasty barbecue and a fun place to watch the game with like-minded sports fans, look no further. DBA Barbecue has you covered. With an array of menu items that will leave you speechless, DBA Barbecue is one of the most talked about establishments in the Virginia Highlands. Meet Matt Coggin, the managing partner of DBA. Today he shares a little insight on how it all got started and some of the future plans for this delightful, local haunt. How did DBA Barbecue come about?   I have worked in the Virginia-Highland neighborhood for over 12 years.  At the time, I had been looking for a space for a couple of years when Vine, the former restaurant in our space, decided to call it quits. Although the recession was in full swing when I signed the lease in 2009, I jumped on the opportunity. I felt the neighborhood needed some great southern comfort food and barbecue at its foundation. Well that and butter. What are 3 menu items everyone must try when they come to DBA? I am really proud of our St. Louis ribs, grilled Texas creamed corn and our house-cured and smoked pastrami.  I think that our pastrami is the best in Atlanta; total meat candy! We’re also known for our smoked wings. Your battered and fried bacon is outstanding! How did you and your staff come up with this concept?   I was under the influence at 2 a.m. Just kidding. We can batter and fry anything! What separates DBA from other BBQ spots in Atlanta? For starters, we are not a dive.  We are a full-service, full bar, neighborhood joint.  Our ‘cue is a little on the sweeter side, and our house-made sides make us really special. In addition to always having great beer on draught, we also have an outstanding moonshine selection and quite a few creative cocktails — like our pickled moonshine martini. In the summertime we serve boozy moonshine slushies and homemade pudding pops…rolled in candied bacon. Of course, we also make all of our own sauces in-house and have found that we really hit a home run with our “Bryan’s Tangy Sauce”. Are there any new menu items in the works that you can give us a sneak peak on?   Chef Eric Guillot of Lake Charles, Lousiana just joined our team. He and I will be working together to add some new house-made sausage, gumbo and more nightly specials focusing on non-traditional barbecue (duck, lamb, tri-tip), as well as some Cajun specials. There are lots of new, exciting changes happening with D.B.A.’s menu in the coming months. Stay tuned!   We love that you have moonshine cocktails. Tell us about your favorite one.  I always loved the Pickled Moonshine Martini.  It's the one that started it all - 2.5 ounces of Junior Johnson Midnight Moon and a splash of pickle juice. It’s shaken vigorously and served up with a pickle!   How would you describe the atmosphere at DBA? D.B.A. is a casual, friendly neighborhood restaurant with a certain New Orleans vibe. Think Frenchman Street in New Orleans. Be sure to check out DBA Barbecue. With a great atmosphere, delicious cocktails and an ever-changing menu, DBA is sure to please! DBA Barbecue 1190 North Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 (404) 249-5000