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———-Exciting new restaurants and bars opened in Atlanta in July (Source: Respective social media accounts)

The Atlanta dining landscape continues to thrive with the launch of new restaurants this July. From indulgent desserts to charcuterie boards, seafood spots, bars, distilleries, and Thai cuisine, these openings offer flavors for every palate.

Highlights

• Several new restaurants and bars have opened in July across Atlanta.
• Along with new bars, the new restaurants feature seafood, Thai food, and desserts.
• New arrivals like Pink Lotus Thai and Graze Craze are bringing regional dishes and specialty items rarely seen in U.S. restaurants.

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The new restaurants opening in Atlanta are enriching the city’s culinary landscape with a diverse mix of flavors and concepts. Here is a list of some of the new openings that took place in July.
 

Pink Lotus Thai

———–Pink Lotus Thai Restaurant debuted in West Midtown (Source: Official)

• Where: 976 Brady Ave NW, STE 110, Atlanta, GA 30318
• Date: Tuesday, July 8

With a regional Thai menu inspired by home-cooked recipes, Pink Lotus Thai has opened its 11th outlet in Metro Atlanta.

Expanding on its original menu, the restaurant has added regional dishes rarely found in Thai restaurants across the country. Some of the highlights are Miang Kham, Pla Neung Manao, and Kaeng Rawan, among others.

Guests can enjoy the authentic flavors of Thai regional cuisine here.

Cura

———–Cura offers a menu of freshly made, spirit-forward cocktails crafted on-site (Source: Instagram @creaturecomfortsbeer)
 

• Where: 271 W Hancock Avenue, Athens, GA 30601
• Date: Thursday, July 10

Georgia-based Creature Comforts Brewery opened a new cocktail bar and distillery named Cura on July 10 in Athens. As part of its plan to expand beverage offerings, Creature Comforts created a bar featuring freshly made, spirit-forward cocktails crafted on-site.

Cura is open from Thursdays to Saturdays between 5 PM and 10 PM. It is also available for private rentals during the week.

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream

———-Van Leeuwen Ice Cream is known for inventive dairy and vegan flavors (Source: vanleeuwenicecream.com and Official)
 

• Where: 619 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE, Suite B109, Atlanta, GA 30308
• Date: Friday, July 11

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream opened the brand’s first shop in Georgia on July 11 with grand celebrations and unique offers. The New York-based brand, which is popular for dairy and vegan flavors, has multiple scoop shops scattered across the nation.
 

The location at Ponce City Market offers a variety of flavors, including Sicilian Pistachio, award-winning Vanilla Bean, Honeycomb, Marionberry Cheesecake, house-made waffle cones, Root Beer Floats, and Mango Sticky Rice, among others.

With its diverse range of flavor options, the Ponce City Market store has become a must-visit spot for dessert lovers.

Little Gem and Pizza Stop

——STHRN Hospitality Co. launched two distinct concepts at the Perimeter Summit in Brookhaven (Source: Official)
 

• Where: 
  • Little Gem at 2002 Summit Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30319
  • Pizza Stop at 1001 Summit Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30319
• Date: Monday, July 14

STHRN Hospitality Co. has launched two distinct concepts at the Perimeter Summit in Brookhaven. One of them is an all-day café for workday breaks and casual meetups, and another one is a food truck providing made-to-order meals for lunch.
 

Little Gem, which seats 74 guests, is an all-day café serving meals and cocktails. Providing space for coffee breaks and team lunches, the eatery turns the midday meal into something worth looking forward to.

Little Gem is open from Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 6:30 PM. The bar in the cafe has a curated selection of wine, beer, seltzers, and botanical-inspired cocktails.

Pizza Stop operates as a food truck on the Brookhaven campus, serving freshly made pizzas, including classics like Margherita and gourmet truffle varieties. It also offers Italian sandwiches, fresh salads, and homemade desserts.
 

The food truck is open from Tuesday to Thursday from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Graze Craze

————–Graze Craze brings artfully curated charcuterie boards designed for social occasions (Source: grazecraze.com)

• Where: 2371 Thompson Mill Road, Suite 103, Buford, GA 30519
• Date: Monday, July 21

A new Graze Craze location in Braselton brings curated charcuterie boards for social occasions like events and get-togethers. Each board pairs fresh fruit, premium meats, flavorful dips, and other complementary ingredients for a shareable experience.

Customers can select from options as per their preferences. Signature options include Sweet & Grazey, The Gone Grazey, The Vegegrazian, Grazey for Keto, and The Picnic Box. These are available in shareable boards, Char-Cutie-Cups, and convenient Grab & Graze boxes.

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar

———-Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar introduced its laid-back coastal vibe and fresh seafood offerings to Georgia in July (Source: Instagram @shuckinshackoysterbar)

• Where: 9 S Main St, Alpharetta, GA 30009
• Date: Monday, July 28

Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar brought its laid-back coastal vibe, fresh seafood offerings, and signature drinks to Georgia. The franchise, which opened its Alpharetta location on July 28, brings a taste of the beach to the suburbs with its seafood-focused concept. Guests can enjoy the restaurant’s beachy atmosphere and sustainably resourced, high-quality seafood.

Whether craving coastal seafood, indulgent desserts, or vibrant vegan eats, Atlanta’s newest restaurants promise memorable dining experiences worth exploring.

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—————–Necessary Purveyor opens doors to locals in Atlanta at Ponce City Market (Source: Necessary Purveyor)

Ponce City Market has welcomed a new all-day restaurant and gourmet market, as Miami-based Necessary Purveyor opens inside Scout Living, the development’s new flexible hospitality concept. Miami-based Necessary Purveyor has debuted in Atlanta, bringing its signature all-day dining and curated market experience to Ponce City Market.

Highlights

• Necesaary Purveyor has opened its doors to Atlanta, located at Scout Living.
• The restaurant and gourmet market brings a new experience to Ponce City Market.
• From morning coffee to evening cocktails, there is something for everyone.

Necessary Purveyor Lights Up All-Day at Atlanta’s Scout Living

Inside Necessary Purveyor in Ponce City Market in Atlanta (Source: Necessary Purveyor | Photo Courtesy of Jamestown)

Following its success as a food-driven community hub in Miami, Necessary Purveyor has expanded to Atlanta. The team aims to recreate that community-focused concept at Scout Living, now open inside Ponce City Market. Operating from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Necessary Purveyor serves guests from morning to night with a rotating selection of food and drink.

The establishment opened its doors to the neighborhood on the morning of August 6, 2025. Starting the day with the first sip of BIGFACE coffee, it went on to offer more treats and a good time to everyone who walked in. With a strong focus on hospitality and detail, the new concept is already drawing attention from locals.

“Welcome to Necessary Purveyor, now open at Scout Living,” reads a social media post. “Where mornings start with @bigfacebrand coffee and fresh pastries, lunch brings crisp salads and sandwiches, and evenings offer a sophisticated dine-in experience with seasonal dishes and cocktails.”

The Full-Service Restaurant, Marketplace, and Specialty Grocer

———————-Start the day with a BOGFACE coffee at Necessary Purveyor (Source: Necessary Purveyor)

The restaurant begins its mornings serving BIGFACE coffee and fresh pastries. Then come the crisp salads and sandwiches in the afternoon. In the evening, guests can enjoy a refined dine-in menu paired with seasonal cocktails. And aside from all this, the artisanal market embodies the essence of the brand.

“From your first sip of BIGFACE©™ coffee to that perfectly crisp bite out of the kitchen, every detail’s been dialed in— because you deserve nothing less,” reads a post. “Come discover your new go-to for morning rituals, midday fuel, and all the elevated essentials in between.”

The concept focuses on creating elevated guest experiences through curated food and design. Located in the 400-room flexible hospitality property, Necessary Purveyor in Atlanta also offers in-room dining options, a pool, and roof deck offerings.

Together, Scout Living and Necessary Purveyor offer a flexible hospitality hub ideal for events and private dining. The opening adds a fresh all-day concept to Ponce City Market’s evolving culinary lineup.

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