Atlanta’s favorite night to eat, sip, and celebrate under the stars is back! Grand Tasting Midtown Presented by Taste of Atlanta will transform the entire 9th floor of the Epicurean Hotel Atlanta including the ballroom, pool deck, roof top, and Epicurean Theatre, into the city’s most delicious party on Thursday, October 16, 2025, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm for General Admission ticket holders.
This all-inclusive evening is your chance to sample unlimited bites from 25+ of the Midtown area’s hottest restaurants from the Westside, Fourth Ward, Virginia Highlands, and more. Enjoy wine, beer and craft cocktail tastings mixed by the best of bartenders while soaking in the skyline views from the Epicurean’s beautiful rooftop setting.
Paradise Awaits for One Lucky Foodie
And, this year, guests can enter to win an escape to paradise compliments of Visit Jamaica and Delta Vacations. The lucky winner will walk away with a five-night getaway for two at Princess Senses The Mangrove, an all-inclusive Jamaican resort and round trip airfare compliments of Delta Vacations.
Event Highlights
- All-Inclusive Tastings Enjoy unlimited bites, savory and sweet, from the top Midtown area restaurants.
- Beverage Experiences Discover a new favorite sip with a variety of wine, beer, craft cocktail tastings.
- Live Entertainment Front-woman Katy Shotter, known as Ethel Shotter, has toured the world with Beyoncé, Robin Thicke, Mario, and more. Guests can enjoy Ethel
and The Shotters soulful, high-class, and uniquely entertaining musical experience throughout the evening.
- Publix Cooking Stage in the Epicurean Theater with Moderator Ligaya Figueras, senior editor for Food and Dining for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Learn new tips from rising star local chefs and mixologists who will present live demonstrations during the event.
Tickets
- (Sold out) VIP Ticket $125 Early entry at 6:00 PM includes a VIP Swag Bag (limit one per household), all-inclusive food and dessert tastings, multiple bars featuring local beers, wine, and craft cocktail tastings, live chef and mixology demonstrations.
- General Admission Ticket $95 ($85 with 2-Pack offer) Entry starts at 7:00 pm. All-inclusive food and dessert tastings, multiple bars featuring local beers, wine, and craft cocktail tastings, live chef and mixology demonstrations.
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21+ only. All guests are required to present a valid photo ID to enter. No babies or strollers. Grand Tasting Midtown is a rain-or-shine event. An elevator is needed to get to the rooftop. No refunds or exchanges.
Participating Restaurants:
Bold Monk Brewing Co, Boqueria, Bulla Gastro Bar, Chicheria Mexican Kitchen, Cupcakin’ Bake Shop, DAS BBQ, Delilah’s Everyday Soul, Fox Bros BBQ, Grits & Eggs, Hartley Kitchen & Cocktails, Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, Hawkers Asian Street Food, Indaco Atlanta, Marcus Bar & Grille, Melting Pot, Oreatha’s At The Point, Prologue Dining & Drinks, Reverence, Snooze an A.M. Eatery, South City Kitchen, Sublime Doughnuts, Tandoori Pizza & Wing Co., Tiny Lou’s, TWO Urban Licks, Woody’s Cheesesteaks, Yalda, Your 3rd Spot, and more to come!
Participating Sponsors:
Grand Tasting Midtown is made possible through the generous support and energy of our dedicated sponsors; Epicurean Atlanta, Publix, Coke Zero Sugar, Audi Atlanta, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Don Julio, Olmeca Altos, Smart Water, Solomon Brothers Jewelers, Jamaica, Delta Vacations, Society Insurance, Diplomatico Rum, Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop, Don Cosme Tequila, Absolut, Aplomo Tequila, Savannah Distributing Company, Classic Tents & Events, Prima, Primero Tequila, Old Fitzgerald, and St. Julian Winery.
Media sponsors: Rough Draft Atlanta, Georgia Voice, Atlanta Intown, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, Restaurant Informer, Jezebel, The Atlantan, Atlanta Best Media, 680 The Fan, Xtra 106.3, and Smooth Jazz 101.1.
About Taste of Atlanta
Since 2001, Taste of Atlanta has been turning tasters into diners, connecting food lovers with must-know chefs and must-visit dining spots across metro Atlanta through exclusive, all-access events. Taste of Atlanta presents four signature culinary experiences that cover all corners of Atlanta: Grand Tasting Buckhead, Food That Rocks Sandy Springs, Grand Tasting Alpharetta, and Grand Tasting Midtown. Each event offers an all-inclusive, hyper-local tasting experience that showcases the neighborhood’s unique culinary scene while supporting the vibrant restaurant community. For tickets and details, visit TasteofAtlanta.com.
About Second Helpings
Taste of Atlanta is proud to partner with Second Helpings Atlanta as an official charity partner for 2025. Join Taste of Atlanta in supporting Second Helpings’ mission to rescue surplus food and fight hunger in the community. To learn more and get involved, visit Second Helpings Atlanta.
