Atlanta is welcoming new restaurants soon, bringing diversity and excitement to its culinary scene. The list includes new openings and some expansions in Atlanta and its metropolitan area. The new concepts include sports bars, board game cafes, and more.
5 Upcoming Restaurant Openings in Atlanta
WhatNow revealed new restaurant concepts that are to enter Atlanta’s dining scene this year. Offering new experiences to diners in the city, these new restaurants are preparing to serve them. Here’s a look at the openings that are soon to excite diners:
Atlanta Golf & Social
Atlanta Golf & Social is expanding to multiple locations this year, with two coming soon. The golf simulator brand is opening new locations in downtown Roswell and Dunwoody Village. Both locations are aiming to open in October or November.
The sports bar currently has locations in Chamblee and West End, featuring indoor golf simulators. A bar-lounge area in these locations offers a full food and beverage menu offering sliders, shareables, and other items. Read more about the opening here.
Frida’s Grill and Bar
The Mexican restaurant, Frida’s Grill and Bar, is expanding and is set to open its second location. The restaurant will open at 15 Thomas Grace Annex Lane, Suite 200, Sharpsburg. The opening aims to sustain their growing customer base.
The new location aims to open in May, featuring the same menu as in the existing location. The menu includes taco salads, bowls, tacos, fajitas, nachos, and seafood. Read more about the opening here.
Cotto Modern Italian
Stockyard Burgers & Bones is making way for its sister concept, Cotto Modern Italian, at Vinings Jubilee. The former was located at 2850 Paces Ferry Road but will shutter and be replaced by the latter. Cotto Modern Italian is expected to open by the end of 2026.
Fork U Concepts is behind both the concepts and has made this decision. Cotto Modern Italian has a location in Gainesville and serves pizza, pasta dishes, and Italian porterhouse steak. Read more about the opening here.
Mister Easter
An Afro-Caribbean restaurant is making its way to Buckhead, named Mister Easter. It is opening at 2628 Piedmont Rd. NE and has planned a grand opening at the beginning of May. It will bring flavorful dishes inspired by Liberia, Ghana, Nigeria, Haiti, Sierra Leone, and more.
The restaurant promises flavors that are rooted in tradition, bringing visitors a burst of flavors. The menu will offer Suya/Kebab, Lambi, Black Rice, Okra Soup, Waakye, Bouyon, Fufu, and other specialties. Read more about the opening here.
Meeples Games and Goods
Grant Park is welcoming a new board game cafe this year. Meeples Games and Goods, opening at 1039 Grant, is targeting a late summer opening. The space will offer visitors a board game library to enjoy, making it an ideal choice to visit with family and friends.
An open floor plan, with comfortable seating, will help it cater to various group sizes. The menu will offer coffee, baked goods, beer, and wine. Read more about the opening here.
The upcoming openings are ready to bring new concepts and expanding favorites to Atlanta’s dining scene. They also reflect the city’s growing need for variety and innovation.
