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By Henri Hollis
Oct 9, 2025

The restaurant follows a recipe common in Miami. Its interior of white tile and warm metals makes for a nice backdrop on social media. The menu has just enough global flair to feel sophisticated, along with a balance of healthy options and indulgences. And it’s meant to be a hangout spot where you can see and be seen.

Some might roll their eyes and label Necessary Purveyor as just more Instagram bait, but there is some substance beneath the glossy surface. According to founder Tyler Debastani, the restaurant makes nearly everything in-house from scratch, using local ingredients — the main exception being different types of bread used for sandwiches.

Those sandwiches are available all day and also show up on the brunch and dinner menus. A mortadella sandwich might seem out of place among the more upscale dinner options, but the "mile-high" version served in the evening was enough of a spectacle that it worked. The soft brioche bun and drizzle of maple syrup over the tower of tender, savory mortadella took the indulgence factor a notch higher.

Those sandwiches are available all day and also show up on the brunch and dinner menus. A mortadella sandwich might seem out of place among the more upscale dinner options, but the "mile-high" version served in the evening was enough of a spectacle that it worked. The soft brioche bun and drizzle of maple syrup over the tower of tender, savory mortadella took the indulgence factor a notch higher.

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Restaurant openings

Avenue Kitchen & Cocktails opened Aug. 5 in Atlanta’s English Avenue neighborhood with a club-like atmosphere and a Japanese-American fusion menu, the restaurant announced on social media.

587 North Ave. NW, Atlanta. 404-491-0360, avenueatl.com

Avenue Kitchen & Cocktails opened Aug. 5 in Atlanta’s English Avenue neighborhood with a club-like atmosphere and a Japanese-American fusion menu, the restaurant announced on social media.

587 North Ave. NW, Atlanta. 404-491-0360, avenueatl.com

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Via La Mixteca Tamale House.
 

Now Open

La Mixteca Tamale House

1465 Chattahoochee Ave., Underwood Hills

A second Atlanta location of critically acclaimed La Mixteca Tamale House opened on Chattahoochee Avenue, taking over the former Cafe at Pharr space. Unlike the Piedmont Road location at ghost kitchen Buckhead Eats, the Chattahoochee Avenue location includes seating. The original of La Mixteca Tamale House opened in Suwannee in 2018 and serves a variety of tamales and Oaxacan dishes like tlayudas. 

Monday Night Brewing
670 Trabert Ave., Berkeley Park

Monday Night Brewing opened its new taproom called The Grove in August. Located less than a mile from the 14th Street and Howell Mill Road corridor, the broadened space, which sits directly on the Beltline, will provide room for 18 more taps and a counter-service restaurant offering a daily coffee service, pastries, sandwiches, and pizza. Monday Night Brewing’s original Westside taproom closed to the public and will begin hosting private events. 

Northern China Eatery
665 Auburn Ave., Old Fourth Ward

The Beltline location of Northern China Eatery opened this week in the Shoppes at Citizen building along the Eastside Trail. The original location of Northern China Eatery on Buford Highway has long been a popular spot for dumplings in Metro Atlanta. Owner Fan Zhang also opened The Dumpling Factory last summer at Westside Paper on West Marietta Street.

Necessary Purveyor
639 Glen Iris Dr., Old Fourth Ward

Miami-based gourmet market and cafe Necessary Purveyor opened on the ground floor of the Scout Living hotel on the Ponce City Market property. Starting at 7 a.m. daily, expect breakfast and lunch, along with happy hour, a raw bar with seafood towers, and dinner in the evenings. 

Side Quest
483 Edgewood Ave., Old Fourth Ward

Side Quest, a Viet-Lao food collaboration between bartender Nik Soukavong and Cynthia Hoang, launched in July above Pisces in the Old Fourth Ward. Operating Sunday and Monday evenings from 4-9 p.m., expect dishes like Vietnamese-spiced fried quail with a five-spice dipping sauce, cheesy crab toast, and conch poached in ginger sauce. Cocktails incorporate spirits like soju and cachaça and ingredients like mango, fermented melon, and pandan. Side Quest is walk-in only, but features a wait list system that contacts you when a table becomes available during busy service periods. Peek the menu here. 

Sweet Auburn Brunch
171 Auburn Ave., Sweet Auburn

Located at the Piedmont Pad Apartments complex, Sweet Auburn Brunch serves Southern-style dishes from morning until evening, including honey lobster deviled eggs, salmon BLT croissant sandwich, and catfish and grits. Cocktails, beer, and wine are also available.

Enso Izakaya
6 Olive St., Avondale Estates

Enso Izakaya, owned by Chef Leo You, opened at Olive & Pine in Avondale Estates. The restaurant serves Japanese noodle dishes, small plates, and yakitori cooked over binchotan charcoal. Check out the menu here. 

The Pool Turtle
3409 Covington Hwy, Avondale Estates

The pool hall, bar, and restaurant opened in August and features more than 20 pool tables, along with darts, cornhole, board games, and video games.

Via Tispsy Thaiger/Facebook.
 

Tipsy Thaiger
605 Atlanta St., Roswell

The Thai restaurant and bar opened in the former Public House space on Atlanta Street across from Roswell’s historic town square. Check out the dinner and cocktail menus here. 

Thai Candle Seafood & Bar
 7140 Avalon Blvd, Alpharetta

The new Thai restaurant at Avalon resides next door to the Hotel at Avalon and focuses on Northern Thai dishes.

Fusion & Grill By Biryani World
1705 Jones Bridge Road, Johns Creek

Expect curries, biryani, grilled entrees, and other South Asian and fusion cuisine here, along with a lunch buffet.

Imix Hot Pot
3350 Steve Reynolds Blvd, Duluth

In addition to Chinese-style hot pot, the menu at Imix also features stir-fries, dumplings, and noodle dishes.

VN Sandwich
821 Concord Road, Smyrna

This Vietnamese restaurant serves bánh mì, pho, wings, and boba and fruit teas.

More August openings:
• Pop-up Pepper’s Hotdogs opens permanent Downtown Atlanta location
• Chef Kevin Rathbun reopens Krog Bar as an intimate pizzeria in Buckhead
• Home Grown owners purchase building, securing Southern diner’s future
• French-Italian restaurant Elise debuts at the Woodruff Arts Center
• Captain B’s Fish Camp returns to Ticonderoga Club for a residency

Via White Windmill Bakery and Cafe/Facebook.

Coming Attractions

White Windmill 
562 Main St., Lindbergh City Center, Buckhead

The Uptown Atlanta location of Korean-French bakery-cafe White Windmill near the Lindbergh MARTA station will open on Sept. 6, joining other new restaurants at the transit-oriented complex, including Madre Selva, Bene Korean Steakhouse, El Gordo, and J’ouvert Caribbean Kitchen. 

Eclipse di Luna
661 Auburn Ave., Old Fourth Ward

Eclipse di Luna will open on Labor Day at SPX Alley, next door to Pour Taproom on the Eastside Beltline. The tapas restaurant and bar replaces Nina & Rafi, which closed in April. Unlike the three other locations of Eclipse di Luna in Metro Atlanta, the Beltline location is part of a partnership with Rreal Tacos owner Damian Otero. Read more here.

Azalea Fresh Market
25 Peachtree St., Downtown

The owners of Savi Provisions will open Azalea Fresh Market in downtown Atlanta on in early September. Located in the former Walgreens building across from Woodruff Park, the market also includes a kiosk location of Atlanta-based Dope Coffee.

More coming attractions:
• Veteran Atlanta bartender opening cocktail bar Buddy Buddy in Midtown
• The local pop-ups participating in food festival Smorgasburg Atlanta
• Owner of Whoopsie’s opening an all-day cafe in East Lake
 

k|n at Kinship Butchery and Sundry
1019 Virginia Ave., Virginia-Highland

Over in Virginia-Highland, Chef Myles Moody and sommelier Rachael Pack, the couple behind Kinship Butchery and Sundry, just launched a new four-seat, 12-course tasting menu experience called k|n (kin). Starting in September and only taking place on select weekends each month, the two-hour-plus dinner features 12 courses with wine or non-alcoholic beverage pairings for $325 per person. There’s a catch. Reservations via Resy are currently sold out through the end of 2025. But you can add yourself to the waiting list by setting a “Notify” alert on the reservation platform. 

Bellwood Coffee
568 Boulevard, Grant Park

The East Atlanta Village location of Bellwood Coffee will close at the end of the year ahead of its relocation to Grant Park. Bellwood will take over the former Bennett’s Market space at the corner of Boulevard and Rosalia Street in early 2026. The coffee shop also includes locations in Riverside and on Peachtree Street in southern Buckhead. A location of Bellwood Coffee will open inside the expanded Little Shop of Stories bookstore in Decatur later this year. 

Mellow Mushroom
340 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., Decatur

After the franchise location of Mellow Mushroom closed earlier this summer in Decatur, the West Ponce pizzeria will reopen this fall and be company-owned and operated. In addition to a refreshed bar and patio and new to-go window, it appears the Decatur location will also feature some new dishes before Mellow Mushroom begins rolling those out nationwide. 

Chubby Cattle
400 Ashford Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody

All-you-can-eat, Japanese-style yakiniku barbecue restaurant Chubby Cattle BBQ (pictured) will open its second Metro Atlanta location soon. Located on Ashford-Dunwoody Road near Perimeter Mall, expect Japanese A5 Wagyu and American and Australian Wagyu among the meat options for the tabletop grills, along with sushi and seafood selections. Chubby Cattle also includes a location in Duluth.

J. Alexander’s
Battery Atlanta, Cobb County

A location of wood-fired grill and seafood chain J. Alexander’s will open at the Battery Atlanta next Spring. 

More 2025 restaurant openings:
• JULY openings
• JUNE openings
• MAY openings 
• APRIL openings
• MARCH openings
• FEBRUARY openings
• JANUARY openings

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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.

New in Atlanta: Vegan Eats, Seafood, Thai Cuisine, and More

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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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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By Henri Hollis and Olivia Wakim
Aug 9, 2025

Two chefs landed new gigs in West Midtown, four notable new restaurants opened, a handful of bars refreshed their cocktail menus, and more happenings from metro Atlanta’s dining scene this week.
 

Brave Wojtek chef plans volunteer stint in Ukraine

Matt Reeves, the chef behind Polish pop-up Brave Wojtek, shared details Thursday for his plan to volunteer as a cook in Ukraine and his corresponding fundraising effort.

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