The city of Decatur is a city within the city of Atlanta. It's occupies about 4.2 sq. miles…read moreaccording to Wikipedia. Some of the city's best colleges such as Georgia State, Emory University and Agnes Scott just to name a few are located in this area. Decatur residents are some of the most educated and highest income earners for the city of Atlanta. The average house hold income is about $75,000 and over 57% have a bachelor or higher degree. With demographics like this there is no question that there are plenty of good eats in this area. In fact I would say some of the best restaurants (regardless of price) are located within this vicinity. I'm going to list a few but you can just google "best places to eat in Decatur, GA" and there are no shortages of blogs, articles and reviews praising the area's eats.... 1. Your DeKalb Farmers Market on Ponce is one of the city's original and still one of the best places to get high quality eats from all different regions and budget friendly. https://www.yelp.com/biz/your-dekalb-farmers-market-decatur?uid=FdPioXvctMq8lhBtd_NnTg&utm_campaign=www_business_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) 2. Bone's... arguably Atlanta's best steak house....I've been eating here all of my life. One of the reasons I like Bone's is because they are total un-snobby about their high class restaurant...Not only will you find families here but it's incredibly racially diverse here. Plus every time I come here for so-in-so's birthday or some celebration I always walk away thinking "I think that's the best meal I've ever had in this city" Yes. You will find people that say other places has better steaks...maybe they're right but Bone's has the whole package i.e. service, food, atmosphere, etc. and it's consistent...Not first meal good and second meal not so good....always good. No matter what day of the week or what time you show up.... https://www.yelp.com/biz/bones-atlanta-6?uid=FdPioXvctMq8lhBtd_NnTg&utm_campaign=www_business_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) 3. The General Muir is where you want to get a good NY pastrami or good ole home made Jewish comfort food. It's an institution and its always packed but that's a good sign. https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-general-muir-atlanta?uid=FdPioXvctMq8lhBtd_NnTg&utm_campaign=www_business_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) 4. Bocca Lupo is one of the city's most celebrated and consistently good Italian restaurants. They're famous for their black spaghetti but really you can't get a bad meal here. https://www.yelp.com/biz/boccalupo-atlanta?uid=FdPioXvctMq8lhBtd_NnTg&utm_campaign=www_business_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) 5. Bacchanalia is considered one of the top restaurants in Atlanta and some people think it maybe the best....that's debatable.....personally I think for the money I rather spend it on sushi but it's your world and we just live in it.....worth checking out anyway https://www.yelp.com/biz/bacchanalia-atlanta?uid=FdPioXvctMq8lhBtd_NnTg&utm_campaign=www_business_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct) There you have it....not a great list but decent..... 1392nd review 6/20/2018 312th for 2018

THE DECATUR CAMERA COURT RACKET: What I Learned Today…read more I just walked out of the City of Decatur Municipal Court (420 W. Trinity Pl) regarding an automated school zone camera ticket from Blue Line Solutions (a private company out of Tennessee). I didn't go to save the $85; I went as an observer to see how the system operates. What I witnessed is a total revenue racket designed to protect profit over logic. 1. The "Non-Driver" Loophole (How to Beat the Ticket)Before my case was called, I watched a line of about 8 or 9 people walk completely free with immediate, unquestioned dismissals. By Georgia law, these cameras can only photograph the back of your car--they cannot legally photograph your face. The law presumes the registered owner was driving. However, if you show up and state under oath that you were not the person operating the vehicle at that time, the city's case instantly collapses. The court cannot legally force you to name who was driving. They keep this loophole incredibly quiet because if everyone knew it, the camera program would go bankrupt overnight. 2. A Biased Courtroom & Rushed JusticeWhen it was my turn, I admitted I was the driver but laid out a flawless logistical defense. I was caught at 3:38 PM--nearly 50 minutes after Westchester Elementary dismissed, meaning the street was completely clear of kids or buses. I was boxed into the center lane by heavy traffic, with a massive landscape trailer physically blocking my line of sight to the roadside sign over the crest of the hill.Instead of evaluating the physical reality of the road, the judge openly snickered and mocked my testimony in front of the courtroom for stating I was "pickled" by traffic. Her only response was, "All I know is the system says it was working, and you can't prove it wasn't." They force you to prove a negative while their out-of-state vendor rakes in cash. 3. The 2027 Law Change Is a Red HerringThe judge kept repeating to everyone in the room that the Georgia Legislature passed a new law (HB 651) making flashing lights mandatory alongside cameras by July 2027. But as she proved today, that change is completely irrelevant to them. If the lights fail during a storm and you cannot physically prove they were dark, they will still rule against you and take your money anyway. The Bottom Line: I watched this court clear an estimated $1,500 to $2,000 in fines in just a 90-minute window. It would cost me over $200 in non-refundable filing fees to appeal this to the DeKalb County Superior Court, which is exactly how they trap you--making it more expensive to fight them than to just pay the fine. If you get one of these tickets in the mail, do not just pay it online. Look at the back of the ticket, find the Affidavit of Non-Responsibility, and use the framework the law left open for you. Don't let this local cash machine fool you twice. Please share this to warn your neighbors!

It' really lame compared to past years. It doesn't have any of the energy or selection and not…read morebeing downtown means no Marta. Poor decision on Decatur's part and just helping a couple of the downtown Decatur bars. Crap. Basically. Crap.

Am I missing something? Why am I only the second person to review this thing. Pretend I repeated…read moreeverything Alex H. had to say. He's got a pretty accurate review. I've gone to the DCBF for four years in a row. Each year is as good as the last. To get tickets, you have to buy them within a couple of hours of them going online; otherwise, they'll sell out. Once you get there, it's like any beer fest, except it's huge and it's right by a Marta stop. Tip: Don't forget to wear a pretzel necklace.

Located atop the Decatur MARTA station, this 11-foot tall bronze artwork is by artist Gary Lee…read morePrice. It features joyous children soaring around a globe celebrating life. It was initially unveiled in Surrey, England at the American Community Schools. The children are clearly having fun, flying around the earth. Holding hands, playing, very happy expressions on their faces. Worth stopping to check out as you pass through the metro station. [Review 19534 overall - 590 in Georgia - 504 of 2023.]

Amazing Service, Delicious Food, and the Best Caesar Salad Ever!…read more What a fantastic dining experience at 246! The service was absolutely amazing, and the food was delicious. Hands down, one of the best Caesar salads I've ever had! The pizza was also excellent, with great flavor and quality ingredients. It's always refreshing to find a restaurant that delivers both exceptional service and great food. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience and would absolutely return!

Food - 10/10 Service - 10/10…read more Ambiance -10/10 I've been here about 5-7 times and it hasn't missed yet. Great date night spot too!

We went to the new location on Luckie Street. We did the southern biscuit class and boy was it…read morewonderful! Jessica was a great guide and the space is so beautiful and clean! I would highly recommend this! My husband and I did it together but I think my ten year old daughter would have loved it. It was a great integration of history and cooking! Thank you, Jessica for making our day!

We had the best time making biscuits with Glen! He told us all the secrets to a flakey, flavorful…read morebiscuit (which none of us knew). We had a fun history tour at the market, learned a lot there too! This tour was fun because it wasn't too early or late so having dinner at the market was perfect. For the cost, you get quite a lot! We tried all the best dishes, including a dessert from most vendors inside- huge bonus! Definitely book with Unexpected Atlanta!

The vibe is awesome , Paul one of the owners greeted us and we have a nice conversation... even in…read moreSpanish :) Seated in the bar, Theresa our bartender was pretty cool and informative about the food and how everything was handmade on site . The marinate sauce and bolognese sauce was great . The complete experience was better than expected. Totally recommended

I was in the mood for Italian and decided on Paolino's based on the reviews…read more The caesar salad was good. The lasagne was okay. And the tiramisu was great. My next visit I will try one of the pastas. The service was excellent. Even though I ordered on the app, as soon as I entered the restaurant I was greeted. I was immediately helped at the bar and received my order quickly.

Sapori is a local hometown type of spot. Lots of people order takeout pizza on the weekend. I've…read moregotten pizza and pasta before and both were between 3.5-4 stars. HOWEVER, I just went and they had lasagna as a seasonal special and it was incredible! Always make sure you check the specials board. If they have lasagna you must get it! Parking: small but busy free lot. Otherwise it's street parking.

We had an EXCELLENT experience at this place. We dropped in on a Friday night without a reservation…read moreand it was pretty busy. That didn't stop them from finding us a seat and delivering incredibly speedy service. We had the Insalata Italaiana, a delicious sald featuring prosciutto and olives, and the Salsiccia e Funghi pizza. We were blown away at how fast the food came out and how delicious it was! Great food, great service, great vibes. Highly recommend!

Why did it take me so long to visit White Bull? We wondered into White Bull with no reservations on…read morea Friday night. Fortunately we were seated immediately and the service and ambiance was top tier. We both ordered the Black Spaghetti (Squid Ink) and I now know why folks come to White Bull specifically for this dish. It was delicious, complex, flavorful with a little kick of spice. I also loved the bread and butter. Great night!!!

I've been meaning to check out this restaurant and finally had a chance to get dinner there today…read more There are a lot of people because of the World Cup, but I was able to get sat at the bar without a wait. The bartenders were very welcoming and answered all of my questions. To my surprise, they had a happy hour that went until 6pm even on a Saturday and I was able to order oysters for two dollars each and get a glass of wine for $12 so of course I ordered a dozen oysters For my entrée, I ordered the trout with black rice and succotash. The skin was crispy. It was a decent sized fillet and the sauce was a good pairing. Overall, lovely experience. I'm giving it four stars instead of five stars because there are multiple shells in a couple of the oysters.

Nick was a great driver and guide. We loved his commentary throughout the city. We were so lucky to…read morehave great weather and the electric car was comfortable.

Absolutely loved this tour. Our tour guy was amazing. The training was amazing. I felt like a pro…read moreriding around the town on the Segway. Another unforgivable moment in Atlanta for me. This tour takes you to a lot of places in Midtown that I would've never seen before but now I want to experience these places as well. I've never been to Piedmont Park and I will be going back to visit. But the tour guy was amazing. He knew a lot on the tour and I will say he knew all of our names. It's hard to learn one person's name, but having to learn that seven people that were on the tour and being correct every time it was impressive. They give you a helmet and teach you from the beginning how to ride, slow down, come to fast stop so you are comfortable before you even start the tour. I absolutely enjoyed every moment of it. I highly recommend you take this tour if you're ever in Atlanta.

Stop 1 Publik Draft House…read more Peach martini was a little sweet shrimp & grits were pretty good but could use more spice The first several bits were nice and cheesy -- but the cheese did not feel infused through the grits cypress brewery --anniversary lager not bad -- crispy keene donut burger. needed additional acid to break the sweetness. -- bbq sauce added to sweetness -- excellent sweet potato fries nicely salted bulla potato peach martini a little sweet shrimp could use more spice real cheesy good -- cheese did not feel infused through the grits cypress brewery --anniversary lager not bad -- crispy keene donut burger. needed additional acid to break the sweetness. -- bbq sauce added to sweetness -- excellent sweet potato fries nicely salted bulla potato bravas--. pretty good. spice was real good built up right amount of crema --potato tortillas really good almost hot potato omelet vibe -- old fashion too sweet -- chicken paella -- preparation good in special pan, crisp up rice. artichoke was different but good, seafood with the paella would have been perfect Henry's for dessert Had the toffee ice cream pie. Really good, the atmosphere was fun. Real good experience overall and a lot of fun to try the different places. Bring your appetite.

We had a great time on the Midtown Atlanta Food and Cocktail Tour! Katrina was a great guide and…read morewe definitely visited some unique spots. We loved hearing about the area and seeing the sights. Loved the atmosphere of the Rowdy Tiger! We had a nice variety of different food and cocktails. Would definitely recommend!