“I am actually a fan of taking a walk in the castleberry hill area/art district. There are some quaint alley’s and other dog walkers that you’ll run into on an early morning or afternoon stroll. Yes, there are parks in the city you can exercise in, but it’s nothing like taking the time to familiarize yourself with the area and art directly around me.” – A$H
“There’s a restaurant called Muss and Turners that has a really cool speakeasy. Not everyone knows about it, but it’s great for private meetings and date nights.”- A$H
” I love their char broiled oysters and sea food boil. The atmosphere is so chic and cozy. Artistic and kind of a hidden gem. Great date night for a significant other or even catching up with friends.” – A$H
“I always find really unique pieces there and the people there are so kind and helpful.” – A$H
” I love the energy and how intimate a show can feel there. It’s also fun to sit out on the patio in between sets and catch up with friends and meet new people.”- Nadia Marie
“Highland Row Antiques always has the most amazing finds and things to look at. It’s hands down my favorite place to walk around and browse. They recently added an upstairs so it’s now three stories of endless vintage clothes, unique furniture pieces and knick knacks.” – Nadia Marie
“… probably the only place you can find dairy-free bubble tea and their pastries are to die for.” – Nadia Marie
“The High Museum is a must, but the muralists in Atlanta are really fantastic too. You can walk around in most neighborhoods and see some incredible art on the sides of buildings. There’s an organization called Living Walls that I’m a big fan of that puts artists together with different projects around the city that are always cool to check out.” – Bathe Alone
“The High Museum is our favorite museum & they’re for tourists” -Edgewood Heavy
“They are always bringing interesting exhibits to the city.” -Curated By Boregard.
“The High Museum is my favorite museum, for sure. I love that they have affordable memberships, cool exhibits and artists talks, and work closely with local artists and communities to ensure diverse representation.” – Sa-Roc
“I had an opportunity to perform there once. It’s so stunningly beautiful and always host to such innovative art collections.” – A$H
“Netherworld Haunted House is probably my favorite event every year. They do insane haunted houses and scary events. Anything horror is totally up my alley!” – Bathe Alone
“529 has always been my favorite. A lot of phenomenal local acts play there — plus the venue has great sound and treats the bands super well.” – Bathe Alone
“Victory Sandwich Bar is a go-to for us. They have a bunch of small sandwiches and sliders. The Han Cholo is a killer vegan chorizo sandwich that I always get.” – Bathe Alone
“There’s lots of great record stores in ATL — but I always end up finding the best little gems at Wuxtry Records, and this antique store called Mother Lode.” – Bathe Alone
“Music Go Round in Duluth is where I’ve gotten a lot of synths lately. I get way too excited about a $50 keyboard that looks like a toy or looks like it isn’t meant for professional sounding music. Don’t get me wrong, I’d die to have a super cool iconic 80’s synth, but there’s almost a part of me that loves the challenge of taking something so small, cheap, and probably meant as a learning keyboard for kids, and transforming it into a lush soundscape or the heart of an anthemic chorus.” – Bathe Alone
“Escape Rooms are always a fun activity with my friends where I live. I’m debatably very bad at them but my husband is great at them and we’ve never not finished a room.” – Bathe Alone
“I’ve been getting back into playing tennis, so that’s where I get the most sun these days. Grimes Bridge Park has some nice courts!” – Bathe Alone
“…when I’m in the city for practice or studio sessions we all go to Wheelhouse Pub. They have some amazing options for vegetarians, like their cauliflower tacos.” – Bathe Alone
“Doll’s Head Trail is a little sanctuary just east of East Atlanta Village. There is art all along the trail made out of the trash that falls down from the train tracks. You cannot bring your own art in— just repurpose the trash that is there. It is enchantingly creepy and a nice way to “get out of the city” whilst still being in the city.” -Lunar Vacation
“Emerald City Bagels has the best bagels. Especially if you are hungover. I always get a rosemary sea salt bagel with toasted almond fig cream cheese.” -Lunar Vacation
“Criminal Records baby! I am definitely biased because I used to work there, but it is objectively the best. All of the staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to help everyone, and their inventory is huge. There is no stereotypical record-store-snobbery, just a lotta kind folks that love music.”
-Lunar Vacation
“Parkgrounds! It’s been around forever and doubles as a dog park, so its kind of like free pet therapy with really great coffee. There is a giant tree that provides shade for the whole yard. It is the go-to spot. I always get an oat milk latte.” -Lunar Vacation
“97 Estoria is the perfect place to chill under some string lights outside. I’ve been drinking a lot of water, but if I’m feelin wild I’ll get a Stella. Grace swears by their tots.” -Lunar Vacation
“They’ve got the biggest collection of new stock in the city and probably the best collection of new genres, too. Hip hop, indie rock, blues, and the classics. Their used collection is great, too. Plus, they host in store performances from touring and local bands if you catch the right day. It’s an Atlanta staple.”
-Small Reactions
“Atlanta is the heart of the Civil Rights Movement. Take a trip to the Atlanta Civil Rights Museum to tap into that collective history; you’ll leave a changed person. The museum is excellent.”
-Small Reactions
“It’s a dive bar, so you’ll get everything you want out of a hip local joint, but the food and drinks are outstanding. And the staff are all gems. They’re known for their Jameson pours, but I prefer a good rum and coke. We’ve got to keep it local, right?”
-Small Reactions
“Doll’s Head Trail at Constitution Lakes park is maybe one of the stranger things in the city. But it also feel’s very “Atlanta” to us. The whole thing is exactly as it sounds. More strange than ethereal, but a little of both. You’ll have the Constitution Lakes cleanse your pallet after if you need it.·
-Small Reactions
“Papi’s Cuban & Caribbean Grill on Ponce de Leon Ave. They have a the perfect Cuban sandwich. Then, you can go to get a Hot Glazed Krispy Kreme donut right down the road after. It’s maybe the most Atlanta thing you can do.”
-Small Reactions
“Ebrik Coffee Room has the tastiest coffee in town. We spent a lot of time there when we went to Georgia State. Their Americano is perfect, but you can’t go wrong with anything on the menu.”
-Small Reactions
“Eclipse di Luna is an awesome, unique spot for tapas and live music. Sip on a mojito and go ahead and cop two orders of Calamari. You’ll thank us later.”
-Edgewood Heavy
“Eddie’s Attic is a great place to get to know the musician you’re listening to.”
-Edgewood Heavy
“Java Saga offers the best Taiwanese coffee and chicken sandwiches. Order an ‘Italian Jet Fuel’ to get your day started with a boom”
-Edgewood Heavy
“Morgan Falls is the best place in Atlanta to go kayaking, canoeing, tubing, or to catch some sunshine. The water is calm and the scenery is so beautiful you’ll forget your in the city.”
-Edgewood Heavy
“Our local hangout is Smith’s Olde Bar. It’s a legendary local venue, and the original home of Edgewood Heavy. We started our band during the pandemic and that was the first venue we played. We typically drink Casa Migos tequila.”
-Edgewood Heavy
“Ginya Izakaya is a cozy welcoming Japanese Pub with great beer and a huge variety of dishes. Something for everyone. It’s our Cheer’s.”
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“Brash Coffee in Westside Provisions is housed in a renovated shipping container and serves up house roasted coffee. Our keyboardist likes to order a small latte because it’s the perfect balance of milk and espresso.”
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“We often participate in Streets Alive, a city wide bike ride where they block off a bunch of streets to let a huge amount of people walk around and cyclist ride about. There are vendors and special tents to stop at on the route!”
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“The Bakery has galleries, classes, installations as well as hosting local music from time to time. ”
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“Old 4th Ward park has beautiful landscaping and it’s not as busy as other big parks like Piedmont Park.”
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“How could you come to ATL and not pay respects to this man, his life, and everything he and those around him did for billions of people around the world.”
-Neighbor Lady
“Our favorite neighborhood to hang in is EAV for their shows.”
-Neighbor Lady
“The Earl is more or less the stalwart club for the ATL scene. Everyone plays here.”
-Neighbor Lady
“For upscale new American food, head over to Miller Union.”
-Neighbor Lady
“Wax n Facts is our favorite record store in one of our favorite neighborhoods, Little 5 Points.”
-Edgewood Heavy
“We’re gonna have to say our favorite record store is Wax n Facts in Little 5. This is conveniently only a few doors down from the close second, Criminal Records, so just check them both out.”
-Neighbor Lady
“Megan Huntz has a lovely boutique on Highland (and everything is made in Atlanta).”
-Neighbor Lady
“For pour overs or espresso based drinks I enjoy Chrome Yellow. In non-covid times, it’s perfect for meeting up with friends or a chill solo morning.”
-Neighbor Lady
“Visit the Botanical Gardens in Piedmont Park, especially the terrarium buildings where there are rooms called ‘the rainforest’ or ‘the orchid room’.”
-Neighbor Lady
“Our favorite bar and restaurant is Kimball House – New Tokyo. KH is a not only a Decatur staple but also a world class bar and restaurant. We like the New Tokyo as a menu constant but you’re not going to get a bad drink. “
– Neighbor Lady
“Our favorite museum is The Center for Puppetry Arts is hands down the coolest museum in the city. It includes so many incredible pieces from Jim Henson studios, among others.”
– CLAVVS
” The best kept secret in ATL is Brownwood Park is a small green space near EAV that you’d never expect to feel like a hidden jungle within a city. It’s one of my favorite places to take a walk.”
– CLAVVS
“For live music, we stan Aisle 5. We’ve done so many shows there. We love the whole team. Great sound, excellent lights, good vibes all around. We also love Terminal West for bigger shows.”
– CLAVVS
“Our favorite place to grab a bite to eat is Arepa Mia. I miss it so much. We live in Brooklyn now, but I still dream about their guava & cream cheese breakfast empanadas. Everything there is fantastic. And it’s all gluten free!”
– CLAVVS
“Our favorite boutique is Psycho Sisters in Little 5 Points. The whole L5P area is great for vintage or consignment shopping!”
– CLAVVS
“Our favorite activity is grabbing to go food & seeing a double feature at Starlight Drive In on Moreland. The best way to see a movie!”
– CLAVVS
“We love hiking and swimming at Sweetwater Creek State Park. It’s huge and beautiful. A great place for introspection or to hang with friends & pups!”
– CLAVVS
“Our favorite local bar is Gaja Korean Bar in EAV. Great ambiance & there’s usually someone spinning vinyl.”
– CLAVVS
“Gaja Korean Bar in EAV has great soju based drinks and great korean food to compliment them.”
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“Tassili’s Raw Reality in the West End is one those places where if you know, you KNOW. It’s a vegan and mostly raw food restaurant that got famous from their HUGE and delicious kale wraps stuffed to brim with veggies and couscous. The Punany wrap is legendary, beloved by meat and plant based eaters alike, and the lines going out the door are a pretty good indicator of how much of a staple this restaurant is to local foodies.”
– Sa-Roc
“The One Music Festival is something I look forward to every year. Dope music, dope vendors, and a really dope vibe.”
– Sa-Roc
“Sanktuari of Self. It’s a spiritual wellness boutique where I go to grab everything from crystals and sage sticks to delicious locally made teas. The space is absolutely beautiful and the staff is always so warm and welcoming.”
– Sa-Roc
“My favorite venue is the Definitely the Tabernacle. It’s an old church in downtown Atlanta that was converted into a music venue. It has stained glass windows, murals on the ceiling, and artistic detailing in every inch of the space. I’ve seen some incredible shows there, but the most memorable was probably Dave Chappelle when he filmed his Netflix special, Sticks and Stones, and D’angelo’s Black Messiah tour.”
– Sa-Roc
“My favorite restaurant right now would have to be Herban Fix. They have really delicious Pan Asian style vegan cuisine. Everything I’ve ordered from the menu is bomb but one of my favorite dishes is the pom pom mushroom steak(made out of mushrooms, of course)!”
– Sa-Roc
“I love to go to Spiller Park Coffee in Ponce City Market. They have the most delicious mocha I’ve ever tasted. It’s always perfectly sweetened and goes really well with this amazing sourdough toast they make that’s slathered with fresh apple butter and local cashew butter.”
– Sa-Roc
“Whenever I have friends or family in town, we go to Cascade Family Skating. Roller skating culture is still alive and well in Atlanta and their adult skate nights are soooo fun. You can catch skating crews doing dope routines, see couples gliding on the floor in their matching outfits, and even take a break to learn some choreography in the middle of the rink. The music is always really good, especially on Wednesday nights when they play 90s Hiphop and R&B.”
– Sa-Roc
“The only bars I drink at are juice bars and my favorite one is Arden’s Garden in East Point. I always get the spinach slam, which is a smoothie with a yummy blend of spinach(duh), mango, and pineapple juice. Super addictive.”
– Sa-Roc
“September Gray Fine Art has the most beautiful paintings and they’re very inclusive with the artists whose pieces they show.” – girlpuppy
“My favorite local venue is Terminal West. I’ve seen all of my favorite bands there and I love the size and vibe of the venue.” – girlpuppy
“Always has the cook kids, bands, vibe is away about the artist and the music. It’s so very diverse and people always come to have a good time and connect with the artist. It’s also the perfect size. Not too big or small. Just right.” – A$H
“I order the one night stand with skinny dippers on the side. This is the best local restaurant because it’s vegan food but you wouldn’t even know it, and it’s a black owned business.” – girlpuppy
“Oakland Cemetery is my favorite place to enjoy nature because of how beautiful and different everything is there, and it’s a nice walk with not too many hills or anything.” – girlpuppy
“The High Museum is a must, but the muralists in Atlanta are really fantastic too. You can walk around in most neighborhoods and see some incredible art on the sides of buildings. There’s an organization called Living Walls that I’m a big fan of that puts artists together with different projects around the city that are always cool to check out.” – Bathe Alone
“The High Museum is our favorite museum & they’re for tourists” -Edgewood Heavy
“They are always bringing interesting exhibits to the city.” -Curated By Boregard.
“The High Museum is my favorite museum, for sure. I love that they have affordable memberships, cool exhibits and artists talks, and work closely with local artists and communities to ensure diverse representation.” – Sa-Roc
“I had an opportunity to perform there once. It’s so stunningly beautiful and always host to such innovative art collections.” – A$H
“Chicken Pimientos – it’s the perfect meal.”
-Curated By Boregard.
“The Clothing Warehouse in Little 5 Points has great clothes and employees who are always happy to help style a band member for a Prince Tribute in a pinch.”
-Edgewood Heavy
“I enjoy shopping for vintage clothing at a couple spots. Clothing Warehouse in Little 5 Points rarely disappoints.”
-Curated By Boregard.
“The Beltline, there’s great food and drink options all along the way! Nothing is more refreshing than an early morning walk, and a good meal to start the day.”
-Curated By Boregard.
“[It’s] open late, and they have great live bans every night. The drinks are reasonably priced too. It’s just a great vibe.”
-Curated By Boregard.
“Kennesaw Mountain is a just a short drive from downtown and has a lot of great trails, and usually pretty lightly travelled.”
-Curated by Gringo Star
“Wax’N’Facts is right in the middle of little five points, which is kinda the best neighborhood here, and has tons of local and rare stuff. They support the local scene very much and are great to deal with.”
-Curated by Gringo Star
“The Variety Playhouse has amazing sound and lights, and some of the friendliest folks working and running it than anywhere.”
-Curated by Gringo Star
“Jalisco’s is the greatest Mexican food in town. Best salsa. Best everything. I get the #4”
-Curated by Gringo Star
“Perc is the best coffee spot. I always get a shot in the dark iced.”
-Curated by Gringo Star
“My favorite local staple is the OutKast Mural in Little Five Points”
-Curated by Big Boi
“My favorite Atlanta museum is The Fernbank Museum”
-Curated by Big Boi
“The Fernbank Science Center and Obervatory is a personal favorite place to see the latest activity in the cosmos. Also cool exhibits on regional/ Georgia wildlife and history.”
-Curated by Gringo Star
“Spondivits has the best seafood!”
-Curated by Big Boi
“This park has beautiful scenery and several trials”
– Curated by Big Boi
“The Trap Music Museum in West Atlanta, is one of the coolest places in the city to visit! It was created by T.I. himself, and it’s a great place to learn about Atlanta’s music history and how the trap music that started here has influenced the music industry to this day.”
– Curated By Lánre
“I love seeing shows at the Tabernacle in Downtown Atlanta. I’ve seen everything from Dave Chappelle to EDM shows there, and each time was a unique experience. There’s something so unique about the old school theatre architecture that makes you feel like you’re a part of whatever show/performance you’re there for. I highly recommend going to a show here!”
– Curated By Lánre
“Tabernacle is my favorite local venue – you can get up close and personal there.”
-Curated by Big Boi
“I have to admit, I’m very new to record buying. The first record store I went to start my collection was Fantasyland Records in Buckhead. They have a huge collection of every genre you can think of, and the owners were really helpful for a newbie to record collecting! It’s also been in Atlanta since 1976 which is really cool.”
– Curated By Lánre
“My favorite local bar has to be Victory Sandwich Bar off of the beltline and my favorite drink is their Jack and Coke slushie! Slushies were my favorite drinks as a child, so it brings me back to that with this tasty adult version.”
– Curated By Lánre
“Our favorite restaurant is definitely The Earl. Boiled Peanuts. They’re delicious. The burgers and sammies are also delicious.”
– Curated By Microwave
“Anything with Silver Tequila at Hammer’s Good Time Emporium. They have a beach sand volleyball court and a sick patio and it’s right next to the runway at the airport so you can check out all the cool planes. It’s also mad cheap and the food is delicious.”
– Curated By Microwave
“Best local restaurant for me, home grown by a really good friend of mine, is TDH (which is an abbreviation for Tom, Dick, and Hank and his actual name is Hank). I order the Dry Rub Wings (6-piece), the fish, they have fried Whiting… you can get Whiting nuggets or a sandwich. I also love their sausage,and hotdogs. Their Mac N’ Cheese is to die for. Just good food all around, definitely give it a try!”
– Curated By CeeLo Green
“The Fox Theater is an iconic venue. We’ve performed there numerous times over the years and I also had the unique pleasure of seeing Prince perform his last show there. And for that reason, it has an even deeper sentimental value”.
– Curated By CeeLo Green
“There are a few great boutiques in Atlanta. A good friend of mine named Quazi owns a really nice one called Moda404. If you’re looking for really exclusive finds, international fashions, this would be a great place to check out”
– Curated By CeeLo Green
“My favorite place to grab drinks is Taco Mac – a larger franchise that’s really spacious and great for sports fans and enthusiasts. The service is great, food is fast, and you are surrounded by televisions with sports events. It’s a dizzying and effective way of entertaining people all at once! They are beer connoisseurs and have almost every kind of beer you can think of.”
– Curated By CeeLo Green
“[They] sell Funko Pops, which I love!”
-Curated By Boregard.
“Our favorite record shop is Criminal Records in Little Five Points; the vibe is relaxed and the records are diverse.”
– Curated By Larkin Poe
“My favorite local record store in Atlanta is definitely Criminal Records in Little Five Points. They have been a pillar in the community for so long.”
– Curated by Ceelo Green
“Criminal Records is my favorite local record store”
– Curated by Big Boi
“I love Criminal Records in Little 5 Points. They have a really large selection of music and a cool, grungy vibe that I dig.”
– Sa-Roc
“We love Criminal Records. We’ve performed there a couple of times and they’ve always been so kind to us”
-Microwave
For all your caffeine needs, hit up Aurora Coffee in Little Five Points; they make a mean almond milk latte.
– Curated By Larkin Poe
“Aurora in Little 5 Points is our favorite coffee shop. Even if you just get a regular cup of coffee, it’s real good.”
– Curated By Microwave
” Our favorite boutique is Rag-O-Rama in Little Five Points; if you’re a little left-of-center with your styling, or looking to support sustainable fashion, you can always find something zany and cool at Rag-O-Rama!”
– Curated By Larkin Poe
“Rag-O-Rama is one of our favorite shops and has lots of cool things.”
– Curated By Microwave
“Our favorite local bar is Sister Louisa’s Church of the Living Room & Ping Pong Emporium. The vibe is holy — television and smoking aren’t allowed, but ping pong, karaoke, tarot readings, and fine libations are the coin of the land. Roll up and prepare for a good time.”
– Curated By Larkin Poe