Nothing like exploring home sweet home, good eats. Some Atlanta, Atlanta options but will probably be Gwinnett County heavy since that's where my OG stomping grounds are.
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Located inside Ponce City Market, one of my favorite ramen spot. Specialized menu so you know they're good at what they do.
Ton Ton Ramen & Yakitori - Google Search
It's been a hot minute since I've been here, but this place holds a special place in my heart. Everything is delicious and you can taste the quality.
Poor Calvin's · 510 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
When I first moved to ATL quite some years ago… Sufi's was my intro to Peruvian food and I still think it's one of the best options here.
Sufi's Kitchen · 1814 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
Same owners as Chubby Cattle (I believe) but again, wagyu. Quality. BBQ. Can't ask for more. The ambiance is also *chef's kiss*
Might seem like a hole in the wall (which, aren't those the best?) but they have amazing Malaysian food if that's what you're looking for.
Mamak · 5150 Buford Hwy NE A-170, Doraville, GA 30340
As someone who is half Vietnamese, trust when I say they ahve the best Banh Mi. End sentence.
Quoc Huong Banh Mi Fast Food · 5150 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340
Hand Pulled Noodles. That's it. That's all I have to say.
LanZhou Ramen · 5231 Buford Hwy NE, Doraville, GA 30340
Parking is a little weird, but one of the best soup dumplings options around ATL.
Northern China Eatery · 5141 Buford Hwy NE Suite C, Doraville, GA 30340
Might seem basic, but this place has everything you can ask for: friendly/amazing service, delicious food, great location/views.
Gypsy Kitchen · 3035 Peachtree Rd NE Ste A209, Atlanta, GA 30305
Suwanee, GA
Great for a chill hang out but definitely must try their fried chicken. Juicy but not oily. Crispy but not painful. Flavorful. Chef's kiss for real.
Cafe Mixx · 2925 Lawrenceville-Suwanee Rd, Suwanee, GA 30024
Hands down, the best grits… and lobster mac n cheese, and waffles/pancakes. Just everything on this menu is great. If going on the weekends, be sure to come early for parking and timely seating.
I have a weird obsession with Wagyu since trying it for the first time in Las Vegas then indulging in Japan one too many times so… obviously, Chubby Cattle is on my list. Delicious hotpot, wagyu beef options. I'm drooling.
Chubby Cattle Shabu | Duluth · 2180 Pleasant Hill Rd SUITE B20, Duluth, GA 30096
Great for late night comfort food with some friends. I like their “bossam” - think it's called something else on the menu but same same.
Hanshin Pocha USA · 3515 Mall Blvd NW, Duluth, GA 30096
They went viral a few years back for the unicorn macarons but they do so may other cute and pretty designs. The macarons are made deliciously and the place is always nice to visit.
Mac Lab | Bakery & Cafe · 2131 Pleasant Hill Rd #135, Duluth, GA 30096
I come here exclusively for the Bun Bo Chay but they have other options as well.
Pho House · 3606 Satellite Blvd, Duluth, GA 30096
Lawrenceville, GA
I know, what is a supermarket doing here? There's a restaurant inside with the best birria and quesadilla and OMG the fresh horchata. Just go.
El Ranchito Supermarket - 1 · 1121 Grayson Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Technically in Grayson but it's a hop and a skip from Lawrenceville. Great food. I love their soups and Margherita pizza. Can't go wrong with their many pastas. Service can be a little… eh. But they hold on to that small town, casual, friendly vibe.
Fratelli's NY Style Pizza and Restaurant - Google Search
My go to dish is the Grayson. Get the chocolate drop pancakes. Super friendly/homey here.
Pancake House · 1911 Grayson Hwy, Grayson, GA 30017