Month: July 2016

Enjoy Sophisticated, Late Night Cuisine at Sage Woodfire Tavern Perimeter

Sage Woodfire Tavern Perimeter has a reputation for serving innovative American fare. While you can definitely visit this popular Atlanta restaurant for lunch or dinner, regulars suggest that you keep this place in mind next time you're looking for an after-hours or between-meals experience.

Happy hour at Sage Woodfire Tavern features a tapas-style menu of small plates to share with friends, so it’s a good time to visit with a group of friends. Ask for a seat on the private patio, and then consider pairing a classic martini with some beef tenderloin skewers and fresh Blue Point oysters. Alternatively, sit indoors and sink into one of the deep, leather-upholstered lounge booths, where you can enjoy a craft beer with some crispy calamari and chipotle aioli. On weekends starting at 10 p.m., the restaurant transforms itself into an after-hours dance club with live DJs spinning their favorite tunes until the wee hours of the morning.

Enjoy Tapas for Brunch at Eclipse di Luna

Going out with a large group and need a restaurant that will work for everyone? Check out Eclipse di Luna, a tapas bar with plenty of options (including gluten-free and vegan menu options!)

For those who have a love of trying new and exotic foods, this summer is the perfect time to sample the summertime tapas here. Try the beer-battered green beans with sea salt, or even the fried yucca with garlic aioli. Craving something heartier? Go for the beef burgers topped with marinated tomatoes and bleu cheese aioli.

The Sunday brunch tapas are just as delicious at Eclipse di Luna. Order a grapefruit martini and several plates of tapas to share at your table. Fried goat cheese with caramelized onions drizzled with honey is one option, or you might prefer the classic homemade mozzarella with fresh basil and tomato. Locals say that whatever you order here is bound to be scrumptious!

Don’t Miss the Food and Festivities at the Decatur BBQ, Blues & Bluegrass Festival on August 13

Summer may be winding down, but the warm weather festivities in the Atlanta area certainly aren't! The Decatur BBQ, Blues & Bluegrass Festival is just one of the city's favorite festivals, and it takes place this year on Saturday, August 13.

True to its name, the Decatur BBQ, Blues & Bluegrass Festival features some of the best live bands and barbecue cooks in and around Atlanta. You'll enjoy more than 7 hours of live music from acts like the Lockdown Blues Band, Dianne Durrett & Soul Suga, Dappled Grays and Mudcat, beginning at 12:30 p.m. on the Harmony Park Stage. If you're feeling hungry, take a break from boogying to the blues to sample authentic Southern barbecue and ice cold beer at the 16th annual Decatur BBQ, Blues & Bluegrass Festival.

Happy Hour is in Full Swing Every Night of the Week at Bartaco

Equal parts stylish, sociable and totally relaxing, Atlanta's Bartaco is one of the city's best options for post-work happy hour libations. This see-and-be-seen hangout is a great place for singles to mingle and groups of coworkers to socialize, but its breezy outdoor patio and coastal decor also makes it a great spot for your next casual date night out.

On the menu is a blend of seaside favorites with globally-influenced flavors, including tacos stuffed with fried oyster, tamarind glazed duck and banh mi-style shrimp. There are rice bowls topped with your choice of meats and vegetables, as well as Mexican favorites like fried plantains and mole tamales. The cocktails are some of the most buzzed-about in the area, and if you visit during happy hour, you'll find special reduced prices on the jalapeno margaritas, sweet sangrias and other elaborate libations.