Several new restaurant openings were announced in metro Atlanta last week. The list includes some expanding names, a sushi spot, and other concepts. These openings will elevate the local dining scene, bringing some new destinations for locals to enjoy.
New Restaurant Openings in Metro Atlanta
The metro Atlanta area is soon to welcome new restaurant openings, as revealed by WhatNow last week. These openings include new locations from expanding brands and first-to-market concepts. Here’s a look at what is opening in metro Atlanta.
Portillo’s
Portillo’s is opening its second Atlanta-area location in Buford. The Chicago-based chain opened its first Atlanta-area location last fall. The new restaurant will be located near the Mall of Georgia, where renovations are currently underway.
The Portillo’s team has yet to announce the opening timeline of the new restaurant. The restaurant will serve the brand’s popular hot dogs, sandwiches, burgers, salads, and pastas. Read more about the upcoming opening.
Taqueria Taquito Express
Taqueria Taquito Express is opening its newest location in Little Five Points. The restaurant will occupy a 350-square-foot space that will undergo renovations. The restaurant’s opening timeline is yet to be announced.
The brand currently operates 12 locations across the Greater Atlanta area. The menu features Mexican favorites such as tacos, burritos, tortas, and sandwiches. Learn more about the restaurant’s upcoming opening.
Sushi by Bou
Sushi by Bou is preparing to make its Georgia debut in Midtown Atlanta. The omakase concept has yet to announce the opening date for this upcoming restaurant. The brand currently operates 20 locations across markets including New York, New Jersey, Florida, Illinois, Tennessee, Utah, Ohio, Puerto Rico, and Washington, D.C.
Sushi by Bou is known for its affordable, fast-paced omakase experience. Its highlights include a 12-course Edomae-style omakase, a 17-course bougie omakase, and a 17-course Bou Reserve omakase. Get additional information on the concept here.
Jack’s Family Restaurant
Jack’s Family Restaurant is opening its newest restaurant in Union City. The location is in the early stages of development, with its construction yet to begin. The brand currently operates over 285 locations across Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee.
The restaurant brand is known for its Southern-style menu featuring fried chicken and sides. The menu also includes burgers, sandwiches, mashed potatoes, and biscuits. Read on about this upcoming restaurant.
Subtext
Subtext is opening a bookstore, cafe, and bar destination to Downtown Atlanta. The concept is opening in an early-1990s historic building. It will take over a 2,400-square-foot space featuring a cafe on the first floor and a bookstore and lounge space in the basement.
Subtext is aiming for an early October opening this year. Its menu will offer coffee and light bites during the day and will transform into a cocktail bar later in the day. Here’s more information about this upcoming opening.
These upcoming openings are set to bring fresh flavors and experiences to metro Atlanta.
