/ck/ - Food & Cooking

>Atlanta

You're going to get shot by a Basketball American within 10 minutes

>>6788044
>Atlanta
Be prepared for a lot of black people.
this is the south, the dirty south.

Atlanta isn't a good choice if you want to see the US.
Don't go anywhere that doesn't have numerous white people walking around. Follow the crowds to avoid criminals.

Gee willikers! The south? I thought it was the northwest! Black people?! In AMERICA?!?!
Holy hell guys you saved me there!

But does anyone know about restaurants though?

>>6788075
"See the US" Look, you can't even mention ONE good restaurant and you want to give me tourist guides?
I'm asking about food now not travel, there's boards for that too. Just tell me names of restaurants. PREFERABLY in Atlanta downtown.

>>6788092
>>6788080
None of us bothered to stay there long enough to eat. You shouldn't either. Just get off the plane, get out of the airport, then have a taxi take you north as fast as you can.

Holy fuck, I didn't think /ck/ would shit down this hard during summer.

I'd stay in the hotel tbh, order room service. You gonna get shanked and robbed by Tyrone.

>>6788092
You won't survive long enough to find a restaurant. The redguards in the airport, most of the employees will be black, will spot you as a foreigner instantly and will text a pic of you to their friends and family who are outside the airport. You will then be jumped and robbed.

I'm not even joking. This is why there are so many gun owners in the US.

>>6788044
Fandangles is pretty good, but like everyone else is saying, you shouldn't come here. I carry a handgun daily because of how dangerous the local fauna are. Also, make sure you fucking tip. I know in Europe its not really a thing, but here it is. And you know, "When in Rome..."

>>6788092

Getting killed is not worth mediocre BBQ. Treat America like a 3rd world country, because it's just as dangerous. Don't come here.

Why Atlanta? Most of it looks like this, tbh. The boons over there are also a particularly callous breed.

>>6788137
>Treat America like a 3rd world country, because it's just as dangerous.

It would be more accurate to say that entire populations from 3rd world countries moved here and are now technically "americans". Parts of the US are as safe as Copenhagen or Seoul or Normandy, etc.
I know Normandy isn't a city, but its the only safe place in France.

>>6788131
Thanks! I'll check that out.
>>6788153
Relatives, does it really matter I'm already going there.

Where I live there's constant killings and carbombs and I haven't heard about anything like that going on in downtown so I'm pretty sure it'll be safer than where I am.

In all of the USA, avoid any street named after Washington or Martin Luther King.

This is important advice.

>>6788186
Sound advice. I would also recommend avoiding any neighborhood with the word 'ward' in it.

>>6788168
>constant killings and carbombs
There are constant killings here, but most of it is black on black.

Haven't heard of any carbombings.

Try the Underground. Everybody knows what that is in Atlanta. I ate well and drank well there. I then made the short trip over to the Stadium and watched the Braves play baseball.

>>6788207
Neat, I'll check it out! Thanks!

>>6788212
>>6788207
The Underground is basically a hawker center.

>>>>6788212
Google it. It's pretty cool.

Isn't coca cola headquartered in Atlanta?

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>>6788153
>LOL NIGGERS

Thank you for the contribution guys.

OP, I actually live here. Atlanta is no more dangerous than any other major American city. Where will you be downtown? There isn't a lot of good restaurants in the downtown area since its mostly occupied by the University, government buildings and lower income areas.

First things first, ignore >>6788207 Underground Atlanta is a shitty tourist trap with not a worthwhile goddamn thing in it. No good restaurants, just clothing and shoe stores with cheap tourist shit everywhere. Avoid it like the plague, if you want to shop there are malls elsewhere that are great.

Here is a list of my favorite places here. First group of restaurants range from 12-35$ an entree, second group is mostly under 12$.

One Eared Stag
Murphy's
Bocado
Fontane's
Iberian Pig
Bacchanalia
Floataway Cafe
4th and Swift
South City Kitchen
Holeman and Finch
Restaurant Eugene
The Cafe at Lintons (excellent restaurant in the botanical garden, same chef as H&F and Restaurant Eugene)
Anticos Pizza
Gunshow (if you can get a reservation, forget about it on Friday/Saturday)
Miller Union
The General Muir

Cheaper but still good:
Farm Burger
Flip Burger
Little Bangkok
Pho Bac (really, any of the Viet/Chinese places on Buford Highway)
Rosas Pizza
Sun in my Belly
Deliah's Chicken Sausage Stand
The Flying Biscuit
Fox Brother's BBQ
P Reds BBQ
Heirloom BBQ

I really suggest going to the Cafe at Lintons in the Botanical Garden if you're with your family and you're looking for something to do. The food is great and the gardens have some pretty cool shit in there.

Avoid The Varsity. People will tell you its symbolic of Atlanta but it really isnt; its an overrated hotdog and hamburger place that looks like its falling apart. If you want something similar that is local and better, Palookaville Fine Foods is wonderful.

Krog Street Market or Ponce City Market are pretty cool places too. I like Krog for the selection of local beers, food is slightly overpriced. It is also located on the beltline which is a decommissioned railroad path that is used for biking/walking. Entirely possible to do a pub crawl along the beltline.

One thing you have to have before you leave Atlanta (or the South in general) is have some BBQ. I suggested a few places above but P Reds BBQ is the only one that exclusively does the Georgian version of BBQ (nearly each Southern state has their own form). Fox brothers is wonderful but its Texan. Heirloom is also good but it is run by Koreans and its essentially Korean Southern fusion, very interesting combinations like collard green kimchi.

>>6788375
Heirloom is godly

>>6788375
>tfw One Eared Stag shut down

>>6788375
>Atlanta is no more dangerous than any other major American city.

>ITT: People who have never been to Atlanta calling it a murderous shithole

How can anyone be so wrong? Sure there are some sketchier areas, and if you're not a dumbfuck you will avoid those places at night.

However, for the most part it is a really great city to live in. Amazing food scene, youthful population, Google Fiber coming soon, vibrant mixture of cultures. I fell in love with the city while I was at Emory and decided to make it my permanent residence. Traffic is shitty tho.

>>6788375
Can vouch for what this guy says. Holeman and Finch is amazing, Buford Highway is god-tier for basically any cuisine you could possibly want, The General Muir has a bitching pastrami sandwich and great bagels, Fox Brothers is my fav BBQ in the city (Heirloom is overpriced imo)

Some recs: Try Home Grown if you can. God-tier breakfast. Duluth has some great Korean places, whether it be for KBBQ, sundubu, or whatever. There's a great Canto restaurant in Duluth called Golden House that I love.

Cafe Intermezzo in Sandy Springs (and in Midtown) is great as well. It's a Vienna-style cafe famous for its massive "Beverage Book", with a huge selection of coffee drinks, teas, hot chocolates, aperitifs, brandies, etc. Their food is delicious as well; a particular favorite of mine is their Duck Crepes. They also offer a huge assortment of cakes and pies, and you really can't go wrong with any of them in my experience. A bit pricey and the service can often be lacking but it makes a great date spot.

-For Sushi: Taka Sushi and Passion or Shoya Izakaya.
-For Authentic Mexican: El Rey Del Taco or Taco Veloz
-For Ice Cream: MORELLI'S, or Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams; Paulo's or Honeysuckle for Gelato
-RakuRamen for real-deal Ramen
-Waikiekie Hawaiin BBQ
-Highland Bakery

The list goes on, really. Amazing eating town. And don't even get me started on the soul food

>>6788411
I live here now and I have lived here on and off for the past 12 years. The worst thing that happened to me was getting my cell phone stolen in a bar. I live in a primarily black neighborhood and there isn't any dangerous crime, just some homeless and crack heads every now and again.

Just because stormfront tells you Altanta is infested with dangrous niggers doesn't mean its true. It helps to actually visit the city.

>>6788375

>Atlanta is no more dangerous than any other major American city.

And the South Pole is no colder than any other place in Antarctica. You should still bring a jacket.

OP: If you have no choice but to come here, DO NOT leave your house unless you absolutely have to. If it's after dark, don't even do that. Do not walk within 10 feet of any stranger. Do not answer questions from anyone out on the street. Do not go into any residental neighborhood unattended. Keep your hand on your wallet and phone at all times. Do not wear a watch.

>>6788530
Scared white kid from the suburbs detected

>>6788375
>>6788475
OP Here.
Thank god some people posting relative stuff, love you for that, I'm aware that people on the internet try and call any country/city murderous and crime-infested. With an exception of nazi-Germany.

Just filled out the last papers and I'm now an approved visitor.

I'll try and visit these places! Especially the BBQs, never tried a real BBQ before. Is there anything in particular I should order? I have no idea what to try out or anything, I'll be there with Americans but I don't wanna come there like a lost child in the menus.

>>6788530

I forgot one: If someone robs or hurts you, do not call the police. The police are just as dangerous as the robbers, and if anyone sees you "snitching" you are likely to get killed.

>>6788536

American detected. OP will be a target because he is not from here. He will be taken advantage of in the same way that tourists to Italy will be taken advantage of.

>>6788541
The classic pulled pork sandwich or plate is a good start. Ribs are also a BBQ classic that can make or break a joint.

Sides are also king at most places. Usually, go with your instincts on choice there. Baked beans, coleslaw, collard greens, and mac and cheese are typical choices. You can always try Yelp if you find a particular place and are wondering what's good there

>>6788530
No visible jewelry at all, and dress poorly, as in buy shit clothes for going outside. You can be robbed for your shirt in the south. Don't wear nice shoes either. I would also be wise to constantly and loudly praise jesus when in public, otherwise you will be identified and a homosexticle and a jew and they will mob you. also beware of the many pitbulls you will see, how you raise them has nothing to do with their behavior. They are literally the spawn of satan and they will eat your face while raping you, but so will the local bathsalt addicts. if you really must travel through the decays of society colloquially known and "the south" you should always be armed, armored, and with a team of professional shooters. You can hire a team fairly cheaply from the remnants of Blackwater who didn't get transferred over when the company re-branded. They operate out of Tennessee under the name Tactical Response.
make sure you are up to date on all your shots and your will is currant. If you are really interested in "danger zone dining" I would suggest Baghdad. Its a much better place for beginners, Atlanta is really kicking it up a notch. Even experienced DZDers tend to get gangraped and murdered in Atlanta.

>>6788543
It's okay, I'll be wearing my neon fursuit at all times! They won't be able to tell me apart from any other animal.

OT: Is the aquarium and coca cola places cool? I'm feeling like trying that stuff out but don't want to waste time. Anyone with experience?

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>>6788543
Do not listen to any of these people, OP. Seriously 100% wrong

>>6788561
The Aquarium is definitely worth a visit. It's the largest in North America I believe and it's truly a sight. Whale sharks m8. As for Coca-Cola...I suppose it's worth it. There's a pretty cool tasting area at the end and some interesting history about Coke. It didn't really stun me but it was fun trying the different types of Coke from around the world.

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>>6788560
best advice in the thread honestly

>>6788558
Oh sweet! Yea I've always wanted to try that pulled pork stuff. Thanks for the advice!

>>6788574
My city is also known as the "most dangerous place on earth", where if you as much as blink you'll be raped by muslims. Even though I've crawled through busses in the middle of the night to try and make my way home.

Oh shit, the biggest?! I'll be all over that place, I'll have to go to the coca cola places then, just for the extra likes on facebook.

>>6788584
You must not look enough like a goat. If you had "baaaw'd" they would have jumped you and gave you some Allah.
Normally this is where i'd post a hadji fucking a goat, but this is /ck/. So just imagine it.

>>6788375
>First things first, ignore >>6788207 Underground Atlanta is a shitty tourist trap

So is the Eifel Tower, the Eye of London, the Pyramids of Giza and the Grand Canyon but I'm still going to visit. It's pretty fucking cool for people who've never visited the area. I know you're too hip for it since you live there. I bet you're too cool for most attractions in the Atlanta area, aren't you?

Quit being a snobby, pretentious, shit ass and go back to sipping your apple-tini. OP would enjoy the Underground.

>>6788610
>Get him, anon!

>>6788610

>>6788475
>Google Fiber coming soon
fuck off shill

>>6788375
>South City Kitchen
I have been to atlanta just one time and I ate here. They had really good shrimp and grits.

No one has mentioned Vortex yet?
https://thevortexatl.com/

eye drum

Another Atlanta bro here(there are a lot of us apparently).

I'd personally avoid Fox Brothers BBQ. I don't know what happened when I went there, but it wasn't good. My brisket was gummy and over seasoned.
The best barbeque I've had in Georgia was about an hour and half north of Atlanta at Biguns Barbeque. Just south of Ellijay in a tiny town called Talking Rock, it's built into a gas station. Fucking great barbeque. Definitely worth the drive.

As other anons mentioned, The General Muir is my favorite brunch in Atlanta. Flying Biscuit is also great. Best benedict I've ever had and amazing grits. Homegrown is another great brunch/lunch spot, definitely try the Comfy Chicken. And one last great lunch/brunch spot is the Fickle Pickle in Roswell. Best fried pickles I've had.

Avoid the Varsity like the plague. Overpriced and underwhelming. Want a hot dog? Go to Cookout.

In the mood for some Vietnamese food? Cruise along Buford Highway. Lee's Bakery is my go-to. Com, which is next door to Lee's is pretty good too, but a little more expensive.

The other anons covered everything else. Have fun, Atlanta is the culinary capitol of the South. You can find every cuisine here.

>>6788610
>comparing a glorified mall to actual landmarks

ok bud

First off, its in a shitty area of town and he will probably get accosted by a homeless guy. I say this as someone who used to work at five points. Second, it is literally a fucking mall. Its 80% urban clothing stores, shoe stores and souvenirs. There is literally nothing unique or interesting about it.

Go to stone mountain, go hike along the Chattahoochee, catch a show at The Earl, go to a Falcons game, go see the fucking rotating civil war painting but skip underground.

Oh yea, forgot to ask. What's the tip rate? I never tip and never have. I'll be with people from Atlanta so they'll make sure I don't get molested in shady malls don't worry about that. I just don't want to miss anything.

>>6788831
Between 10-20% is good. I've found tipping on the high side here tends to get you better service here.

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>>6788883
Ah aight! Sounds good. Is there anything in particular to think about? Like at the restaurants. I don't eat like a savage, I use my utencils the right way and all that. I've heard that using utencils for certaing meals are frowned upon, like burgers and pizza.

>>6788044
The Vortex is pretty good,

Do not go to the varsity its a bullshit tourist trap
the food is shit.

Any old looking BBQ places give em a try some are crazy good.

>>6788186
Also if someone gives you directions with peachtree street they are fucking with you.

Golden Buddha

Its a nice little Chinese restaurant near Emory hospital.

They serve large portions and the food is great i suggest the general tso's chicken its not that gooey shit you get at all you can eats its fried and uses this great oil based sauce.

Do not order water though it tastes like it comes out of a hose get the tea or a soft drink.

>>6788896
Generally in BBQ joints if its ribs/fried chicken eat with your hands anything else use the proper utensil.

>>6788896
You'll probably get looked at weird for cutting your burger with a knife and fork but only New Yorkers would flip shit over eating pizza with a knife and fork. Most of the restaurants listed ITT are not so stuffy where you will have to worry about etiquette. Be nice to people you meet, smile and be patient. You won't have any problems.

>>6788974
>Don't get the water; it's nasty. Get that same water filtered through some sugar and artificial flavor

>>6788044
Gotta go to the Varsity, only fine dining establishment in Georgia.

There's a guy that sells really good hard rock candy by the baggy in East Atlanta

>>6788044
DO NOT go to The Varsity, fucking worst restaurant in Atlanta imo

Anyone who claims it's an Atlanta "institution" knows jack shit about the city

Now the Ghetto Burger at Ann's Snack Bar? That's an institution, even if it's been covered on some of those food shows. If you're looking for a good burger and some local Atlanta color it's highly recommended

>>6790162
RIP Ann. Be prepared to wait like an hour for the ghetto burger, it is worth it though.

This is the 2nd thread in a few days about a foreigner asking about eating in Atlanta. Seems oddly specific. Anyways....

I also live in Atlanta, but I'm a grad student at Georgia Tech, so I probably can't afford all the adventures that other locals have, but I'll add in some of my opinions:

- to me, the reason to go the the varsity or atlanta underground are simply to say that you went to "atlanta landmarks." underground is just a mall, and the varsity is just a Sonic (google if you don't have those). If you want to go to a landmark, I'd choose either the aquarium or stone mountain.

- Antico's pizza by tech is some of the best pizza i've ever had anywhere. They only serve whole pies, but if you want to try good pizza with your fam/friends, it's at the top of my list

- The vortex (especially the little 5 points one) looks kind of touristy, but they really do make good burgers, and their non-beef sandwiches are pretty good too.

- There are (at least) two excellent beer bars in town - the porter in little 5 points, and the brick store in downtown decatur. Literally hundreds of beers each. The porter has an aging room so you can try aged beers, while the brick store has the proper glassware for every beer it serves. additionally, the porter has excellent brunch, while the brick store has excellent lunch/dinner.

- i've never seen the flying biscuit cafe by the park without a line out the door.

- west egg cafe in west midtown also has excellent brunch, as well as good coffee drinks and bloody marys.

- have yet to try one, but buford highway is literally the ho chi min trail - miles upon miles of asain food.

- if you'll be in a position to cook food for yourself, get your ingredients at your dekalb farmer's market. it's really a grocery store as opposed to a traditional farmer's market, but they have more meat, fish, and produce than i've seen in one place anywhere else.

- for the best meme food, try the food truck park.

>>6788044
You must must must eat at The Lady and Sons Restaurant in Savannah Georgia.

http://www.ladyandsons.com/

>>6790900
What are Jelly Roll Fries?

And are Paula Deen's sons gay? They look very gay.

>>6788044
>Atlanta
Seafood:
Rot's Shrimp 'N Pooboys
Taka Sushi
Paradise
Tolocompadre Uncaomprehende Mahalaso Grande
Sakura's Bar and Grill

Steak:
Diamond Gentleman's Club and Lounge
Lady and Two Sons
Fandangles

BBQ
Anything in the varsity area

Underground:
You might need to ask around but there are underground dining venues that charge anywhere from $20-100 for admission and make the best food in the world.

>>6788375
>One Eared Stag
This was a good restaurant until everyone started thinking it was a gay bar because it became a cruising spot for homosexuals and got closed down by the health department because of a "poz party" that happened in the bathrooms

>>6790953
>got closed down by the health department because of a "poz party" that happened in the bathrooms

Wat. Where did you hear that?

How do we exterminate all niggers and make America into a glorious aryan paradise?