Monthly Archives: August 2015

Pop Dog

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Pop Dog, food cart

I went to Sweetwater IPA day (Aug. 6) and wouldn’t you know it I went hungry which isn’t always the best idea when you’re about to try beer let alone IPA’s BUT lo and behold on my way in there was POP DOG, a community food cart, and it had hot dogs. I guess it was meant to be. They had about 4 or 5 hot dog specials but I went with mustard and relish a true classic in my book. The dogs were grilled, the buns fresh, and relish homemade. I hadn’t had a dog all summer because I knew I needed to wait until the real thing and I’m so glad I did.

I’ve checked out there Facebook page and they seem to be at all sort of events and really support the community. If you seem them around be sure to check them out!

American Food & Beverage

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American Food & Beverage, Buckhead

Creative Loafing has yet to steer me wrong. It reviewed American Food & Beverage back in the Spring and it has since been on my short list. Tom & I went one Saturday night with another couple that also loves food (what are the odds?). The décor is clean and bar the main attraction. The cocktails were delicious I had the gin gimlet and the old-fashioned coke-tale. The menu was not extensive but nothing sounded or looked bad. Our table ordered the burger, the turkey sandwich, braised pork shoulder with grits, and fried chicken with collards and a biscuit with apple butter. The burger was the clear winner. Holman & Finch can move over as there is a new burger in Buckhead. I can’t really put my finger on it but the burger was saltier all the while not killing you with sodium overload. The desserts were also surprising. They make their own ice cream and no I’m not just talking about strawberry or chocolate. The flavors that night were corn with chocolate ganache, Sauvignon blanc with citrus  marmalade, and watermelon with tomato compote and a basil base. We also ordered the peach profiteroles which were like the month on July in cloud form. The whole night was great until it took forty-five minutes to get the check and then walking up to my car to find not one but two boots on my car. Who did they think I was MacGyver? Two boots were really unnecessary. Before the night I was super excited about the prospects for a fun new restaurant in Buckhead but it may take a while for the sting of waiting for the check and two boots to wane.

Terra Terroir

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Terra Terroir, Brookhaven

Have you ever been in the situation where you need to make a last-minute reservation for a 10 person group dinner on a Saturday night? No? Well props to you for having friends that plan! I wasn’t optimistic since it was already 4pm when I was looking for places but I stumbled upon Terra Terroir with an 8pm availability. It was almost serendipitous. When I drove up I was a tad concerned since it was in a strip mall but on the bright side there was ample parking. I walked in early and instantly forgot where I was. There was a covered patio and a long bar. The cocktail menu was great and the mussels were just what I was hankering. Now I ordered something that I’ve never seen on a menu except for my mother’s Christmas dinner menu. I’m not sure where Beef Wellington comes from but for the last 10 years it has graced our Christmas dinner table and I have zero complaints. I ordered it and was happy to say I tried a version slightly different from my mom’s but think it is best left up to Patty on December 25th. I didn’t get to try dessert but have no doubts that it wouldn’t be good.

Superica

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Superica, Inman Park (Krog Street Market)

Ford Fry has many restaurants in Atlanta now and all are good and worth your time. I’m not sure how he does it but perhaps it’s a mystery that shouldn’t be solved. Superica opened in the spring at Krog Street Market and I was chopping at the bit to go. Right when you walk in you instantly get the Tex-Mex vibe. Now I’ve never been to Texas but it felt pretty authentic to me. Right when we sat down we were graciously greeted with the freshest chips and two types of salsa. Now I’m not sure about you but for me it’s no Tex-Mex feast without Chili con Queso so we ordered the small bowl and decided this is the best in Atlanta. The list of drinks was pretty interesting but I elected for The O.G. Margarita. I really wanted to try the short rib plate but after consulting the waiter and finding out it’s big enough to share I went with the Tacos de Barbacoa and Tom ordered the Puffy Taco Dinner. I often pass on the rice and beans but even those were good! Seriously, how does Mr. Fry do it?

Après Diem

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Après Diem, Midtown

Called me old-fashioned but I still like going to dinner & a movie. It should be no surprise that I have a preference to movie theaters (I like Phipps Midtown Arts Cinema in case you were wondering). I’ve passed Après Diem in the Midtown plaza countless times always wanting to try it out but never went until a few weeks ago. It’s perfect you can buy your movie tickets eat a little dinner or grab a drink then catch a flick. What’s not to love! It was a hot day so I ordered a glass of rosé rather promptly as I was in dire need of wine… but who isn’t at 6pm on a Friday? Tom & I started off with the pate plate, which also came with cornichons a lovely addition. Then we both ordered the special pasta now I typically don’t like ordering the same thing as the person I’m with but when you already know you won’t want to share what are you do? The pasta was homemade spinach & mushroom ravioli with tomato cream sauce. Both of us were members of the clean plate club that night. We didn’t have time for dessert but they did look good! Perhaps next time we’ll get a drink & dessert after the show!

Folk Art

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Folk Art, Inman Park

The line is nuts here every Saturday & Sunday but if you find yourself free as a bird on a weekday morning take the opportunity to eat here. It’s southern breakfast at its finest. Tom and I went one Friday morning before heading to the airport and ordered the Sweet Potato Pancakes of the banana nut foster variety and Folk Southern Fried with jumbo griddled biscuits. The pancakes were extremely sweet and the fried chicken with gravy on the savory side. It was nice to have both to balance you out but we both left feeling like we were going to explode. I remembered to take a picture of both plates before we dug in and as you can see the portions are huge each could have been split in half and neither of us would have gone hungry. I would say that is my only complaint. I appreciate leftovers but something about pancakes two days later just doesn’t sound right especially if they have already been “syruped”.

If you leave hungry you clearly ordered wrong.

If you leave hungry you clearly ordered wrong.

The Imperial

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The Imperial, Decatur

I don’t live in Decatur but if I did this would be my neighborhood spot. It’s casual with great food and a lengthy beer menu to keep your taste buds entertained week after week. Enough said. I could end this post here but I shall tell you what I ordered so you too are encouraged to go next time you’re in this hood. Started out with the Filipino-style Spring Rolls, which I highly recommend; fried vegetables– it’s almost healthy! I then ordered the Secret Phreak Philly Cheese Steak and I couldn’t tell what the “secret phreak ingredient” was but can’t say I mind. I would only really mind if they stop having this on their menu! Next time I go I want to try their wings, which really aren’t your regular ol’ small wings but rather whole chicken wing and yes I find this super intriguing.

Noni’s

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Noni’s, Edgewood

Italian deli turn night club? Only in Edgewood my friends. While I’ve been here late night I’ve never eaten at Noni’s until recently. Came here with a group of friends and split the Meat & Cheese Tasting and a bowl of Noni’s Fries (heavy on the garlic) to start. While waiting for a few others to trickle in I was able to ponder the menu. Do I go sandwich or pasta? It might have been my toughest decision all day (don’t worry this was a Saturday). I ordered The Noni with a side of homemade orzo pasta salad. The Noni consisted of genoa salami, soppressata, mortadella, provolone, tomato, roasted red pepper, pepperoncini, shredded romaine, house aioli, & house vinaigrette on ciabatta. Ciao Italia! Tom luckily ordered the Lasagna Bolognese and I was able to enjoy the wonderful leftovers!! The portions are HUGE so I’d prepare for leftovers. While the fries get a lot of mention the orzo pasta salad was where it was at. If I had it my way I’d come for dinner again rather than late night but you never know when I might feel like busting a move on the dance floor.