Things to Do, See, and Eat in the Beautiful City of Atlanta

Whether you’re just visiting or have lived in the heart of the city for years, Atlanta, GA is a beautiful place to be. From the charming greenery of Centennial Park and the Atlanta Botanical Garden to the extravagant shows at the famous Fox Theatre, the city is rich with both beauty and culture. As one of the leading dealerships in the local Atlanta metro area, it’s fair to say that we know a lot about what there is to do, eat, and see in this great city.

While our auto dealers at Rick Hendrick Buick GMC Duluth are well-learned in all things automotive, they also boast extensive knowledge about the city of Atlanta, its spectacular attractions, and how you can indulge in this great city’s culture. At Rick Hendrick Buick GMC Duluth we strive to be more than just your automotive provider, we also know plenty about our local area and how you can see the best Atlanta has to offer.

Dine on Authentic Southern Cooking

Even if you’ve lived in the city of Atlanta all your life, it’s difficult to get a full taste of Atlanta’s culinary scene. With so many great options to choose from, its easy to see why even long-term residents are still discovering new places to wine, dine, and take in that rich Southern flavor.

If you’ve got a craving for some finely cut steak, you should look no further than Atlanta’s top-rated steakhouse Chama Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse. Right off of Piedmont RD, Chama Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse is any meat lovers’ dream, serving up fine cuts of beef, pork, and lamb. Accompanied by an abundance of artisan veggies, seafood, and cheeses, the Chama Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse is dining at its finest.

While fine dining has its luxuries, plenty of our customers sing praises about South City Kitchen Midtown, a classically styled restaurant in the heart of the city serving up some of the finest local cuisine. From fried green tomatoes to jumbo lump crab cakes, the menu is filled with top-notch options that are bound to satisfy. Surprisingly enough South City Kitchen is vegetarian-friendly, so veggie lovers need not worry.

If you’ve got a hankering for true southern BBQ, you needn’t look any further than Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q. Situated right next to the Horizon Theatre Company, Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q is the epitome of great southern cooking in Atlanta. Classics like mac and cheese and tater tots, can share the plate with other delicious eats like fried pickles and pulled pork. Few restaurants in the city of Atlanta do it quite as well as Fox Bros BBQ in terms of authentic southern cooking and hospitality.

Settling in for a Drink

While you certainly can’t miss the plethora of mouthwatering cuisine offered at some of Atlanta’s hottest restaurants, we’d be remised if we didn’t focus on Atlanta’s bustling nightlife. Home to big universities like Emory University, Georgia Institute of Technology, and Georgia State University, the number of college students in the area has lent to plenty of lively nighttime activities.

If you’re looking for an artisan beer at a pub-styled bar in the heart of the city, we’d suggest Porter Beer Bar. While home to plenty of delectable pub-style eats, Porter Beer Bar has an extensive list of brews that are certain to tickle the taste buds of the most refined beer-drinking palettes. Every time you visit, the selection is bound to be different, comprising of a variety of local and import ales, lagers, stouts, and sours. On top of the beer, Porter Beer Bar has a plethora of other spirits, including wine and cocktails.

If you’ve just finished a meal at a top-notch fancy restaurant like Chama Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse, you may want to retire to the Red Phone Booth for a classy nightcap. Styled like an old fashioned speakeasy, the Red Phone Booth is probably one of the finest bar and cocktail experiences that you can find in the city. Situated in the picturesque Dailey’s building in downtown Atlanta, the Red Phone Booth offers fine cigars and a wide selection of some of the rarest bourbon, whiskey, and scotch that you can find in the city. Perfect for a calm night over drinks, or even a high-class business meeting, the Red Phone Booth provides a truly five-star drinking experience.

Alternatively, not all of us are looking for a high-brow experience and instead would opt for a casual place to have a drink, relax and enjoy some live music. If that sounds like something you might be interested in, we couldn’t suggest the Northside Tavern enough. At first glance, this humble little blues bar seems to be a hole in the wall. Walk inside, and you’ll find charming bartenders, great live musicians, and a selection of food and drink that you wouldn’t expect to find given the spot’s outward appearance.

Where You Can Catch Some Live Entertainment

Atlanta may have a great reputation for food and drink, but what the city is truly known for is its nighttime entertainment. The city is overflowing with theatres and venues that are always putting on one thing or another. No matter if your downtown or anywhere else, you can find a place to enjoy some truly talented live performances.

Take the legendary Fox Theatre in the heart of midtown. The Fox Theatre is one of Atlanta’s most popular landmarks and has hosted everything from Broadway shows to Top 40 musicians. Sometimes the Fox Theatre will even put on classic feature-length films for special occasions. Regardless of what form of entertainment you’re looking for, the Fox Theatre is certain to deliver.

If you’re looking for some live entertainment downtown, we’d suggest The Masquerade, an underground venue that features three unique stages, each of which has hosted a wide range of musicians. Great for anyone who loves to be up close and personal with the performers, The Masquerade is easily one of the best music venues in the city.

Another great choice downtown is the Tabernacle. Once upon a time this bustling nightclub was a church, now it is a stunning venue that has hosted a truly varied lineup of artists. The Tabernacle has also been identified as one of Billboard’s “25 Most Popular Music Clubs in the United States.”

If you find yourself all the way over on the Eastside, we’d suggest checking out Eddie’s Attic. This is a venue that is known across the world for serving as a springboard for many singer-songwriters’ careers — artists like Sheryl Crow, John Mayer, India.Arie, Sara Bareilles, and Justin Bieber have all performed at this venue and it is known as a great spot for live music from independent artists.

Drinking in the Rich Culture of Atlanta

From nighttime performances from talented musicians to enjoying a smoky Old Fashioned at the Red Phone Booth, Atlanta is busting at the seams with things to do, see, and enjoy. From first time visitors to long-term residents, our dealers are happy to make suggestions and provide you with further details on some Atlanta’s hottest locales. At Rick Hendrick Buick GMC Duluth, we’re more than just an auto dealership, we’re a part of the community, and are more than willing to share all of our local knowledge of this beautiful city.