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Decatur/ Emory

  • Bhojanic

    Indian -

    Consistently voted one of Atlanta's favorite Indian restaurants, the restaurant serves traditional northern Indian food including Kathi rolls, parathas, Thalis (traditional combo platters), chat (popular Indian street food), salads and fresh breads. Live music Wednesday and Friday nights. Takeout and delivery available; full-service catering. L&D (M-Sa). (AE, DC, MC, V)

  • Café Alsace

    French -

    The teeny-tiny restaurant offers a taste of France right off the main drag in Decatur. Start with escargots, French onion soup or an assortment of French cheeses (served with a crispy baguette, of course), move on to duck confit, pork tenderloin or sausage with sauerkraut, then finish with homemade chocolate mousse and an espresso. Bon Apetit! L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Sa), Br (Su). (AE, MC, V)

  • Cafe Istanbul

    Turkish -

    This local favorite features a lounging room with lush pillows and carpets. The menu offers manti (hand-stuffed meat ravioli) in garlic yogurt sauce, kebabs, lamb, chicken and eggplant preparations. Turkish wines and belly dancers are part of the fun. L&D (daily). (AE, DS, MC, V)

  • Cafe Lilly

    Mediterranean -

    Neighborhood bistro with Mediterranean antipasti, mezze and tapas selections including gyros, stuffed filet mignon, butternut squash ravioli and charbroiled salmon steak. Good wine list including “Atlanta’s best Zinfandel selection.” L (M-F), D (daily), Br (Su). (AE, MC, V)

  • Cakes and Ale

    Southern -

    Billy Allin, a veteran of Watershed, and his wife, Kristin, own this eclectic spot serving fresh and seasonal fare such as house-made grissini (rustic breadsticks), arancini (deep-fried Sicilian rice balls), chicken and dumplings and Parmesan cheese soufflé. Cakes and ale is a reference to Shakespeare, as well as actual menu items—be sure to check the blackboard for specials. D (Tu-Sa). (AE, DS, MC, V)

  • Carpe Diem

    Mediterranean -

    This casual spot serves Mediterranean cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner. All the usual suspects are here including calamari, mushrooms and hummus, along with pastas, salads, lamb chops, tuna steak and wood-grilled bison strip steak. L&D (daily). (AE, DS, MC, V)

  • Depeaux

    Cajun-Creole -

    Owner Bill Sharkey revived the old Decatur train depot and renovated it into this gorgeous spot that specializes in rich, spicy and authentic Cajun and Creole food. Spicy offerings include po’ boys, fried gator bites, fried crawfish, gumbo, crawfish etouffée and blackened chicken. Live music F-Su nights. D (W-Su) (AE, DS, MC, V)

  • Feast

    Eclectic -

    Owner Teri Rogers’s bistro pays homage to Mediterranean flavors with roasted clams, calamari, hearty pizza and lots of specialties from the wood oven. There’s also lots of small plates (we like the cedar planked Atlantic salmon and grilled veal burger) and a great daily soup selection. L (F-Su), D (daily), Br (Su). (AE, DC, MC, V)

  • Floataway Café

    Eclectic -

    Inventive restaurant from culinary duo Clifford Harrison and Anne Quatrano (of Bacchanalia fame). Country French and Italian cuisine—much of it grown at the couple’s own farm in Cartersville—is served against an industrial backdrop. Outdoor patio. D (Tu-Sa). (AE, DC, MC, V)

  • Madras Saravana Bhavan

    Indian -

    This non-descript restaurant has the best South Indian menu in the city, and has a large Indian following. Based on rice and vegetables, the menu offers bhel puri, a sweet and sour puffed rice and tomato concoction; Vada, a deep-fried lentil doughnut; or masala dosai, a huge crepe stuffed with spiced potatoes and vegetables. The carrot halwa, a custard-like dessert with milk, ghee and cardamom, is sublime comfort food. L&D (daily). (AE, DC, DS, MC, V)

  • Mezza

    Lebanese -

    Back before most people even knew what tapas were, this small restaurant was offering close to 70 appetizer-sized portions of terrific Lebanese dishes including roasted cauliflower, cilantro fish, falafel balls and lots of vegetarian selections. Diners will also enjoy mint tea served with walnuts and ice cream folded with crushed, caramelized nuts. L (Tu-F), D (Tu-Sa). (AE, MC, V)

  • Our Way Café

    Southern -

    Nourishing locals and Agnes Scott College students since 1987, this meat-and-three serves good ole’ Southern cuisine. There’s excellent meatloaf, Salisbury steak, and fried or baked chicken, plus squash casserole, sweet potato soufflé, black-eyed peas, macaroni and cheese, and yummy cornbread. Catering available. L&D (M-F), Br (Su). Cash only.

  • Queen of Sheba

    Ethiopian -

    A favorite of the Ethiopian community, this small restaurant serves authentic cuisine. Specialties include braised collard greens, stew, shrimp marinated in honey wine; assa tibs (salmon sautéed with onion, garlic, tomato and green peppers) and bozenso shiro (yellow split peas and prime beef in berber sauce). There’s also a dance floor and private bar. L&D (daily). (MC, V)

  • Taqueria del Sol

    Mexican -

    You have to order at the bar at these extremely popular restaurants, but luckily the lines move fast. Choose from individual soft tacos—smoked pork, beef brisket, fried chicken, pork, fish and veggie—enchiladas or daily specials. Sides include rice, beans, salads, soups and chips. (MC, V)

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  • The Chocolate Bar

    Dessert -

    Chef Aaron Russell creates sophisticated seasonal three-course dessert menus with wine pairings. Also, small savories, popcorn flavored with truffle or Madras curry, cheese plates with beautiful fruit compotes, and yes, handmade chocolates. D (daily). (AE, MC, V)

  • Watershed

    American -

    Acclaimed restaurant, wine bar, wine retail and gift boutique. Chef Scott Peacock dishes out Southern-style entrées and desserts. Reservations accepted for large parties. L and D (M-Sa), Br (Su). (AE, MC, V)

  • Zyka

    Indian -

    Don’t let the styrofoam plates, limited service and rec-room ambiance (the restaurant is located in a former church) deter you from the memorable meal. Authentic cuisine includes a wide range of curries and chicken dishes; the delicious naan is fresh out of the oven. L and D (Tu-Su). (AE, MC, V)