Area Four draws the crowds with scrumptious dishes made from scratch. The pizzas are especially popular, with irresistible ingredients such as hand-pulled mozzarella. A must for meat lovers is the Carnivore pizza. It is packed with porky goodness — bacon, soppressata and sausage.
Italian fare gets a fresh, flavorful spin at franny’s, where the focus is on sustainable ingredients that are locally sourced. For an extraordinary pizza experience, order the clam pie with its beautifully blistered crust, briny-sweet littlenecks and special sauce made from hundreds of clams.
With a focus on American craft cuisine, Ned Ludd offers an ever-changing menu of seasonal dishes. A major draw is the artisanal pizza that is served only on Monday nights. Just 100 pies are baked in the wood-burning oven, with different options weekly. Eclectic toppings range from kale to honey.
This spot cranks out 30 tons of 'cue a year. Guy is won over by the lamb ribs, saying they “melt in your mouth.” The Pitboss Plate is also a popular pick, as shown on Best. Ever. It comes piled with Central Texas-style brisket, ribs and sausage. Cornbread and sides round out this mouthwatering meal.
Black Sheep is keeping the coal-fired pizza tradition alive, and the proof is in the pies. Chef-owner Jordan Smith's tastiest pizza is this sauceless wonder: a rich combination of meaty oyster mushrooms, smoked mozzarella, ricotta, and tons of rosemary and thinly shaved garlic.
At Dusek’s, a traditional American breakfast dish takes an international turn — and the result is absolutely superb. Order the Dutch Baby and you’ll get a delicate souffle pancake with a decadent peach filling nestled in its center. The late-night fare is equally impressive. The Juicy Lucy features an impeccable beef patty stuffed with cheese and topped with red onion bacon marmalade, an heirloom tomato and butter lettuce, all served on a challah bun.
Chefs Taylor Cody and Jiyeon Lee offer an eclectic, enticing take on traditional Southern barbecue that draws the crowds to this unassuming eatery. Korean spices and sauces give the mouthwatering meats (and some of the scrumptious sides) a distinctive flavor that adds to the deliciousness factor.
Satisfy the craving for a truly delectable doughnut at a Blue Star locale. Here, fresh, local ingredients are used to create unique flavors that change daily. Grab a Blueberry Crunch if you can. This brioche delight is glazed in blueberry yogurt and coated with a coconut-almond granola.
Food Network chefs can’t get enough of this cafe’s tantalizing treats that have been featured on four shows. Giada is crazy about the super chocolatey, crunchy Oreo cookies made with cocoa, butter and powdered sugar, while Bobby is won over by the sweet and gooey Sticky Buns studded with pecans. Tom Papa tries the fruit-filled tarts that remind him of childhood.
When it comes to breakfast, do you want the best of both savory and sweet? Then try the Chef’s Breakfast at this chic Atlanta spot that favors sustainable fare. Come hungry, as this decadent item features five dishes (and a can of beer) that change according to the ever-shifting menu.
This spot delivers big when it comes to burgers. Order the Juicy Nookie for a cheeseburger creation that’s as memorable as its name. Forget putting cheese on top; this Black Angus patty is filled with ooey-gooey goodness instead. Stuffed with cheese, it comes nestled on a tasty bakery bun.
The crowds flock here for the humanely raised meats smoked over a wood-fired pit. Order the Presidential Plate for a mind-blowing BBQ experience: It comes with every meat, every side and every fixin’ here. Chow down on enticing eats like beef brisket and Frankaroni (mac and cheese meets a hot dog).
With three wood-burning stoves at the ready, Antico serves up a delectable selection of pizza. Customers cozy up to communal tables to dig into the mouthwatering pies, such as the popular San Gennaro, which is dressed up with sweet Italian sausages, peppers, onions and three cheeses.
Dig into BBQ dishes with a kick at Cowgirl. Spike up the spice factor with the smoking-hot pulled pork sandwich, or indulge in the Five Pepper Nachos with Salsa Diablo (add brisket for extra decadence). The Frito Pie is also a standout, complete with Fritos, chili, sour cream, cheese and jalapenos.
Craving a fresh-ground beef burger punched up with some of the tastiest toppings around? Head over to this dive bar and dig into the Chipotle Bacon Cheeseburger. Its flame-grilled patty is covered with spicy pimento cheese and crowned with crispy bacon, making for a truly delectable combination.
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