Atlanta Restaurant Roundup: Juici Patties expands to GA, first women’s sports bar opens
Atlanta's food scene is constantly evolving, with new restaurants like Juici Patties, Terminal 26, and Jolene Jolene opening up, while La Cueva is set to open soon at Ponce City Market. The post Atlanta Restaurant Roundup: Juici Patties expands to GA, first women’s sports bar opens appeared first on The Atlanta Voice.
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Part of Atlanta’s charm lies in its diverse food scene, from the rich culture to the bold flavors. The saying often goes that “Atlanta isn’t a real place,” and what makes it unique is the bustling dining and drinking spots on every corner of the city’s neighborhoods, built to satisfy every palate. Lucky for locals and tourists alike, there’s never a shortage of places to visit, especially when new businesses are rolling in every month. However, the restaurant industry landscape is constantly in flux, and amid grand openings, the city is also seeing a wave of closures, from small businesses to legacy and popular restaurants.
Here is a roundup of updates on recently opened restaurants and incoming restaurants.
Photo by Tabius McCoy/The Atlanta Voice
Recently-opened restaurants
Juici Patties
860 Donald Lee Hollowell Pkwy NW
From Jamaica to Atlanta, the Caribbean island’s largest restaurant chain has landed in Atlanta with its first location in the city. Known for its patties and “serious Jamaican food,” the beloved chain has been a staple in Jamaica, with over 60 locations across the country. Now those flavors have hit the Westside, and its highly-anticipated opening has locals lining up to get a taste of menu items such as coco bread, ackee and saltfish, and its variety of patties. Whether it’s to see if the Atlanta location tastes like home or to get a first introduction to the brand, Juici Patties’ arrival means that the craving for authentic Jamaican patties doesn’t always have to mean boarding a flight.
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m; Sunday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Terminal 26
675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE Ste n 133
Since 26 Thai Kitchen and Bar opened in Atlanta, it has become a go-to for those looking for upscale yet affordable Thai cuisine. What was once one concept by sisters Niki and Tanya Pattharakositkul has now rapidly grown into a collection of Thai restaurants across the city, from multiple 26 Thai locations to the opening of Pink Lotus and Blackjack Bar Tapas in the last few years. Now, Terminal 26 at Ponce City Market has been added to that list. With a focus on Thai street food and inspired by Thailand’s floating markets, the restaurant opened on the PCM’s ground floor on June 8, bringing a new chapter of dining to the beloved restaurant group.
Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m.- 10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday: 11:30 a.m.- 11 p.m.
Jolene Jolene
1963 Hosea L Williams Dr SE
Atlanta’s first and only bar dedicated to women’s sports has officially opened in Kirkwood. After a residency at Pullman Yards, several pop-ups, and a Kickstarter campaign, the sports bar has finally found a permanent home in the former space of seafood restaurant The Argonaut. Now, fans of women’s sports don’t have to look hard for where to go to cheer on their favorite team on a big screen and enjoy a game, a cold beer, and hot food.
Hours: Sunday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, noon-10 p.m.; Friday, noon-11 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
Incoming restaurants
La Cueva
675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE
La Cueva, which translates to cave, is appropriately named. The new restaurant at PCM also moonlights as a speakeasy and cocktail lounge, with red hues and rugged stone passageways that greet guests upon arrival. Opening June 13, the menu features an extensive mezcal selection, creative cocktails, and Mexican-inspired dishes. La Cueva’s opening adds to the list of new arrivals at the popular food hall and shopping center.
Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 5 p.m.-11 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday, 5 p.m.-1 a.m.
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