Okay, seriously, we are not suggesting that somebody from London or New York or anywhere really is going to drop everything and plan a vacation to Atlanta. But it is a city on the rise with a ton to offer. So, if you're coming down here for business or to see friends and family, you now have a lot more upscale options. Actually it makes for a great road trip or weekend getaway if you are in the Southeast. To some people Atlanta is their New York when it comes to shopping and nightlife. I mean, we do have the only IKEA for miles and miles...
So what's new in Atlanta? For starters nobody down here ever says Hotlanta. So please check that phrase at the city limits. Head downtown to the new trendy Glenn Hotel and you'll discover b.e.d. b.e.d. is a restaurant/lounge combo great for people watching and sipping cocktails with friends. Other b.e.d.s are in NY and Miami, but somehow Atlanta is lucky enough to get the third one. Not sure who we bribed to jump ahead of Vegas and other cities, but we are damn glad your're here. The VIP rooftop bar has the best views in town.
Checkout the largest aquarium in the world only a few blocks down the road. Waste the afternoon away in Piedmont Park and then grab a drink at the Park Tavern. Hike up Stone Mountain if you need to get away from it all.
Here are our journeyPod picks to give you some ideas:
Restaurants
Antica Posta: the best Italian in the city offering authentic upscale Tuscan dishes in a romantic redone house in Buckhead.
Haven : everything on the menu will tempt you...walk down to their sister lounge, Mix, for a drink afterwards....located in Brookhaven.
b.e.d.: food fit for a king - dine like royalty in your own private bed in Downtown...what to do after dinner? two words- VIP rooftop.
Rathbun's: remember how hot Bluepointe was when it opened back in 1999? Well the magician has done it again with his own place in Inman Park. Chef Kevin Rathbun will blow you away with his innovative cuisine that is as tasty as it is eccentric. From the eggplant fries to Elvis' favorite Banana Peanut Butter Cream Pie, you'll have to show some serious indulgence control to even leave your table.
MidCity Cuisine: consistently dishes out fabulous plates in Midtown.
Nuevo Laredo: yes you can drink your margarita pitcher in the parking lot while you wait for your table...authentic Mexican with the best carne asada in the city and located on the West Side.
Apres Diem: cosmopoliton eatery and people watching with a great vibe in Midtown...perfect Sunday brunch to cure that hangover...the only place that is good every night of the week.
the globe : fusion food meets euro cafe in Midtown. Great little plates like tuna and tempura frites will hold your attention all night long.
Nan: rumor has it that Gwenyth fancies their trendy Thai treats in Midtown.
Aiko: sushi hits the dance floor at this hip Buckhead eatery.
