Greatest Destinations 2018 – Atlanta

(Poor Hendrix Bar or Restaurant)

Hot ‘Lanta. A-Town. The Big Peach. The Other Georgia. A city of many names, Atlanta is a cultural epicenter brimming with energy. The streets of the city are filled with art, music and history. The food scene is booming, and you can’t turn a corner without finding something new to see or do. Here are some of the restaurants, bars, shops and sights that add to all of the hype.

EAT

Poor Hendrix Bar or Restaurant – Stop by this casual neighborhood restaurant named after a rescued pit bull named Hendrix. Snack on small plates of tasty food at the bar that will certainly compliment your adult beverage of choice. The relaxed ambiance, excellent service, diverse menu options and great drinks all make this place a nice stop on your next trip through ATLpoorhendrix.com

 

Canoe – To put it simply, Canoe is an Atlanta favorite. Nestled on the banks of the Chattahoochee, Canoe serves up some serious views along with its widely acclaimed cuisine.  canoeatl.com

(Porter Beer Bar)

PORTER BEER BAR – Beer lovers rejoice! The Porter Beer Bar, located in the heart of Atlanta’s popular Little Five Points neighborhood, offers an extensive list of over 800 beers. Lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch are also on the menu. Check them out to see their daily specials!  theporterbeerbar.com

 

STAY

Loews Atlanta– From check-in to checkout, you’ve never experienced hospitality quite like what you’ll find at the Loews Atlanta. Located in the heart of lively Midtown in a sleek, eye-catching tower, the Loews offers 414 rooms and 44 suites with views of the picturesque Atlanta skyline and nearby Piedmont Park. loewshotels.com/Atlanta-hotel

 

(Mandarin Hotel, Atlanta)

Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta – The Mandarin Oriental sits pretty on nearly any Best of Atlanta list you can get your hands on. And for good reason. Simply put, the Mandarin Oriental, located in the heart of Atlanta, is one of the grandest hotels in the city. Curl up in luxury goose down bedding or a complimentary lush robe. Indulge and unwind, you deserve it. mandarinoriental.com

 

SHOP

(Youngblood Boutique)

Young Blood Boutique – “Quality over quantity” is the mantra for this independent craft and design shop. Shop their jewelry, ceramics, accessories, fragrances all while supporting local and national artisans. youngbloodboutique.com

(The Tough Boot & Co.)

The Tough Boot & Co. – This shop raises the bar for men’s fashion. Tough Boot & Co. offers an extensive, high-quality inventory of new or luxury pre-owned styles. Also for sale is a collection of rare vintage finds. /thetoughboot.com

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