OK Cafe

1284 West Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta, GA, 30327

404-233-2888

This throw-back diner is home to the uptown brunch scene. Expect long lines on weekends.

Website: http://okcafe.com

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Pura Vida

656 North Highland Avenue, Atlanta, GA, 30306

404-870-9797

Chef-owner Hector Santiago keeps the tapas concept frisky with an ever-changing menu of whimsical, familiar-yet-exotic small plates. Try the reworked Cuban sandwich and the precisely muddled mojitos.

Website: http://puravidatapas.com

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Shout

1197 Peachtree Street, Colony Square, Atlanta, GA, 30361

404-846-2000

There is nothing quiet about this genre-defying blockbuster, the sister restaurant of Twist.

Website: http://heretoserverestaurants.com

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Taka

385 Pharr Road, Atlanta, GA, 30305

404-869-2802

This classy sushi spot targets a young, upscale clientele.

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The Porter Beer Bar

1156 Euclid Avenue, Atlanta, GA, 30307

404-223-0393

In their lovably scruffy Little Five Points digs, husband-and-wife owners Nick Rutherford and Molly Gunn preside over the city’s largest selection of beer.

Website: http://theporterbeerbar.com

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Yakitori Jinbei

2421 Cobb Parkway, Smyrna, GA, 30080

770-818-9215

This Japanese grill fixes great chicken skewers (skin, wings, gizzards, etc.), stuffed vegetables, and a solid bowl of ramen.

Website: http://yakitorirestaurant.com

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