Peachtree Pavilion is one of the hotspots for good Asian food and drink in metro Atlanta. This…read moreU-shaped, two-story shopping center in Doraville has been home to Atlanta's only ITP (inside the perimeter) H Mart for over a decade now. For longtime Atlantans and Buford Highway enthusiasts, I kind of view Peachtree Pavilion as the "new" Asian Square. It's one of the centers of Asian and Asian American activity in town.
For years now, Peachtree Pavilion has been busy and bustling. Occupancy is high and business is good. It didn't always used to be this way, however. I remember, circa 2010, when all this shopping center really had was H Mart (at that time, branded "Super H Mart") and Shoya Izakaya. The shopping center was built in 2008-2009. It wasn't until the mid-2010s onward when this place really started to take off. Over that time, some businesses at Peachtree Pavilion have become Atlanta staples while others have come and gone.
Below are some of the highlights of Peachtree Pavilion. You can read my full take on each business by visiting their Yelp page.
* Shoya Izakaya - https://www.yelp.com/biz/shoya-izakaya-doraville
Now old-school, great for all-around Japanese fare, including sushi.
* Yebisuya - https://www.yelp.com/biz/yebisuya-doraville-3
Located next door to Shoya, I believe this is a sister restaurant. Pretty good ramen, in my opinion.
* Kura Revolving Sushi Bar - https://www.yelp.com/biz/kura-revolving-sushi-bar-doraville-2
My wife and I love this place for cheap sushi. Sushi snobs hate on Kura, but I've always enjoyed it.
* J-Bistro - https://www.yelp.com/biz/j-bistro-atlanta-3
Apparently, J-Bistro is the old China Inn in Chamblee: https://www.yelp.com/biz/china-inn-chamblee. China Inn was popular among the Chinese/Taiwanese community in Atlanta. China Inn closed and reopened as Liu Fu in Johns Creek: https://www.yelp.com/biz/liu-fu-duluth. So, J-Bistro is also the old Liu Fu, I think.
* Ten Seconds Yunnan Rice Noodle - https://www.yelp.com/biz/ten-seconds-yunnan-rice-noodle-atlanta
This restaurant specializes in Chinese rice noodle soups. Formerly Qing Shu Malatang. It's good.
* Sweet Spot - https://www.yelp.com/biz/sweet-spot-doraville-2
Sweet Spot is unique in that they serve Hong Kong-style food, desserts, and drinks. Definitely worth checking out.
* Meet Fresh - https://www.yelp.com/biz/meet-fresh-atlanta
This is a chain from Taiwan well-known for its Taiwanese dessert soups and puddings, shaved ice, and drinks like bubble tea.
* Tea Top - https://www.yelp.com/biz/tea-top-atlanta
All around, the best and most consistent bubble tea in Atlanta.
* Crazy Skewer - https://www.yelp.com/biz/crazy-skewers-atlanta-2
Traditional Chinese skewers/kabobs.
* H Mart - https://www.yelp.com/biz/h-mart-doraville-doraville
One of the best Asian grocery stores in Atlanta. I like their peeled garlic and instant ramen. :)
* Harue Korean Chicken Snack Bar - https://www.yelp.com/biz/harue-korean-chicken-snack-bar-doraville-2
Good for Korean fried chicken and other Korean snack foods like gimbap (rolls) and tteok-bokki (rice cakes). Not the best KFC, but still good enough, IMO.
* Cafe Petit Four - https://www.yelp.com/biz/caf%C3%A9-petit-four-doraville
An Asian bakery and cafe, I it's believe Korean/Korean American-owned and operated. It's the old Hansel & Gretel and before that, Tree Story: https://www.yelp.com/biz/tree-story-bakery-and-cafe-atlanta.
* Big Dave's Cheesesteaks - https://www.yelp.com/biz/big-daves-cheesesteaks-doraville
One of the best cheesesteaks in town and the wings are great too. Service has been spotty, in my experience.
* Conch Heaven - https://www.yelp.com/biz/conch-heaven-doraville
Caribbean food. Specifically, Bahamian
* Snackboxe Bistro - https://www.yelp.com/biz/snackboxe-bistro-doraville-2
The preeminent Laotian restaurant in Atlanta. It's yummy.
* Miss Gogi - https://www.yelp.com/biz/miss-gogi-atlanta
Outstanding Korean barbecue. One of the best options for KBBQ ITP.
* 4.0 Ice Cream & Drinks - https://www.yelp.com/biz/4-0-ice-cream-and-drinks-doraville-2
With Tea Top, Meet Fresh, and Sweet Spot on the ground level corner, it makes you wonder how 4.0, located on the second level, can compete. This is a Chinese/Taiwanese drink and dessert cafe.
* MICS Karaoke - https://www.yelp.com/biz/mics-karaoke-doraville
MICS Karaoke is popular for its lavish buildout including a Hello Kitty room. Check out the fun on their Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mics.karaoke/. Located on the second level.
* Red Fox Billiards Club - https://www.yelp.com/biz/red-fox-billiards-club-atlanta
Red Fox is a relatively new and spacious pool hall that quickly gained a loyal following. Located on the second level.
Rest in peace to:
* Champion Snack House - https://www.yelp.com/biz/champion-snack-house-doraville
Small, humble, affordable mom-and-pop Chinese/Taiwanese restaurant and shop.
* ChiChop!! - https://www.yelp.com/biz/chichop-atlanta-2
Taiwanese fried chicken and seafood chain.