Restaurants in Gainesville

Rooftop views, salsa lessons, and enough leftovers to feed the in-laws—whatever your idea of romance, you don’t have to look far to find it in Atlanta. But “romance” is perhaps too general of a term. Every relationship plays out in chapters, from the nervous first date to the big question. But before getting down on one knee and asking “What’s your name?”, take a look at this list of Atlanta restaurants for every stage of your relationship: JCT. Kitchen & Bar Great for: Meeting for the first time Romantic perk: Rooftop bar Located in the hip West Midtown neighborhood, JCT. Kitchen & Bar is equal parts classy and casual, with all-white decor that serves as the perfect setting for an elegant evening. The menu of upscale Southern cuisine provides plenty of topics for conversation, from homestyle deviled eggs to JCT.’s famous fried chicken. After the meal, head upstairs to the rooftop bar for a handcrafted cocktail. If things go well, you can even stay late to catch live music in the bar area. One Midtown Kitchen Great for: Taking things to the next level Romantic perk: Skyline views No backdrop is more romantic than the Atlanta skyline at night. One Midtown Kitchen is located in the warehouse district that borders Piedmont Park, and the restaurant offers diners a glimpse of the city from their table. If you can peel your eyes away from the view, you’ll see that the interior is just as romantic, thanks to the cozy booths, exposed brick walls, and modern floating candle arrangements throughout the restaurant. Working in a circular open kitchen, the chefs here use seasonal ingredients to craft American classics such as fried calamari, crispy brussels sprouts, and pork tenderloin. Briza Great for: Dinner and a sleepover Romantic perk: The hotel’s just upstairs Located in the Renaissance Hotel in the heart of Midtown, Briza is the perfect setting for a date night. Chef Janine Falvo, who competed on TV’s Top Chef, has created an excellent menu headlined by a short rib that slow-cooks for 48 hours. Vegetarians will fall hard for the roasted maitake mushrooms served over grits with a wild mushroom-thyme jus. Before heading upstairs for the night, impress your date by ordering a flight of wines selected to pair perfectly with whichever dish you decide on. Antico Pizza Great for: Couples who share everything Romantic perk: Enough leftovers for breakfast the next morning If you’re willing to wait in line, this might be your perfect date-night spot. Antico Pizza is known worldwide for its handcrafted Italian pizzas. Everything here is made from scratch, and the pizzas are large enough to serve a family of four (or one very hungry couple). Even better, it has a BYOB policy, so you can choose your own wine from the cupboard at home. To really make things hot, order the Diavola, a pie topped with pepperonata and a spicy sopressata. Eclipse di Luna Great for: Spicing up the relationship Romantic perk: Salsa lessons on Thursday nights Dance the night away on Thursdays at Eclipse di Luna, a Spanish tapas restaurant that offers free salsa lessons once a week. Either of the two locations (one in Buckhead, the other in Dunwoody) are perfect for a date night, as the eclectic food and interactive lessons invite stimulating conversation throughout the evening. The housemade sangria doesn’t hurt, of course. Looking for more ways to spend a romantic night out? Check Groupon for things to do in Atlanta.

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

Living in Atlanta, with year-round farmer’s markets and restaurants around the metro area highlighting the bountiful resources in the area, there’s no excuse not to eat healthy. Whether you’re fulfilling a New Year’s resolution or just making an effort to eat healthier, check out these restaurants to get a delicious meal that you can feel great about. Chicken is a great way to get some extra protein in a healthy diet, and the city’s Bantam + Biddy restaurants in Midtown and Ansley Park go the extra mile by serving all-natural, pastured poultry products in their meals. Diners have a choice of house made sauces to pair with their rotisserie chicken, in addition to a constantly rotating selection of sides to complete the experience.  The spicy red piri piri sauce is a personal favorite. Don’t miss the chopped pastured chicken liver and their selection of salads. Yes, even their salad dressings are made in-house. An Alpharetta location of Bantam + Biddy will join the pair of intown locations in the fall. Atlantans may have become aware of chef Todd Ginsberg when his burgers hit the scene at Westside restaurant Bocado, but it’s the Jewish inspired fare at The General Muir near Emory that’s attracting rave reviews from national publications.  Save the sinful poutine with chopped pastrami for a cheat day and dive into the vegetarian reuben, a sandwich made with coriander rubbed smoked beets, sauerkraut, Russian dressing and gruyere.  Hungry eaters in search of the all-important Omega 3 properties of salmon can’t go wrong with a salmon platter at breakfast, choose from salt cured nova or lox. Dinner options change often and if a seafood special is on the menu, be prepared for a treat. A brewpub isn’t typically on the list of go-to restaurants for healthy eats, but Wrecking Bar in Little 5 Points  is anything but typical. Chef Terry Koval, known for restaurant gigs around town, most recently made a name for himself with meat-centric fare at Farm Burger in Decatur. Koval has embraced vegan and vegetarian fare that pair well with the brewery’s beers.  A variety of flavorful  dishes featuring tofu, seitan and produce direct from area farms are spotlighted every Tuesday at the brewpub’s vegetarian nights. When it comes to eating late at night, healthy options dwindle considerably.  Atlantans have come to appreciate the healthy cuisine available at R. Thomas Deluxe Grill in Buckhead for decades and count on them for having the same hours as the ubiquitous Waffle Houses, open 24 hours a day.  Breakfast is served at any time of the day and night with organic eggs. My personal favorite is Thai Express bowl made from quinoa and a variety of vegetables with their signature spicy peanut sauce and chicken. A vegetarian option is available as well. Southwestern dishes, salads, pasta and dessert round out an wide-ranging menu.