Gotta love the Westside! This is an upscale area of ATL filled with plenty to do from shopping to…read moredining galore. Here you'll find stores for home décor, athletic outfitting, jewelry, shoes and so on and so on and so on. If your hungry; good...there are all kinds of restaurants/bars to help taper that appetite. Burger joints, fine dining, coffee and ice creameries to tickle your fancy as well. Live it up on the Westside (Provisions that is). ~Christy

Westside Provisions District -- Design, dining & one of Atlanta's coolest little districts…read more Calling Westside Provisions District a "shopping center" doesn't quite do it justice. This little gem off Howell Mill Road feels more like a mini design district mixed with great restaurants, specialty shops and upscale retail. If you love interiors and design, you could easily wander around here for an afternoon. The directory includes Herman Miller, Design Within Reach, Room & Board, The Shade Store, Serena & Lily, Brick + Mortar, East Fork Pottery and Anthropologie, along with fashion and specialty retailers such as Warby Parker, Free People and lululemon. Then there's the food. Little Sparrow is here, along with Marcel, Forza Storico, Taqueria del Sol, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams and several other spots. I came for dinner at Little Sparrow, but ended up enjoying the entire district. The aesthetics are fantastic. Old industrial architecture, brick, covered walkways, string lights and thoughtfully designed storefronts give the whole place character. At dusk, it becomes especially beautiful. It feels polished and affluent without turning into a sterile luxury shopping center. My one complaint: the parking. There is plenty of it, but portions of the lot are noticeably sloped. If you park farther down the incline, unloading your car or simply navigating the grade can be awkward. Watch your footing, especially after rain. Otherwise, what a fantastic little Atlanta discovery. Come for dinner, give yourself time to wander through the design stores, do a little shopping and enjoy the atmosphere. Life is too short not to travel well, so get out there and find your next destination on your journey.

Town Brookhaven is a large mixed-use development that opened in Brookhaven, between Buckhead and…read moreBuford Highway, circa 2010. You can think of it as Brookhaven's version of Atlantic Station or Avalon. It's got shops, restaurants, bars, a grocery store (Publix), department store (Marshalls), movie theater (CineBistro), and homes. It's a self-contained community inside the perimeter (ITP). I've been to Town Brookhaven several times over the years to visit businesses like Bua (Thai and sushi), Newk's Eatery, Noche (tapas, now closed), the Olde Blind Dog Irish Pub, and Yogurtland. I've had a friend who lived at the Windsor at Brookhaven (apartments). These days, I mainly visit Town Brookhaven to go to Costco (opened October 28, 2010). At the time of writing this review, Town Brookhaven's Costco is one of only two Costco warehouses located in Atlanta ITP. The Costco at Cumberland Mall is practically located on the perimeter. Both have gas stations and are good places to fill up due to relatively cheap prices for Top Tier fuel. In general, I think this development is fine. The property is clean. It's huge at 600,000 square feet. The design is aesthetically pleasing to the eye. The buildings look modern. There are wide sidewalks, airy patios, nice landscaping, stately brick roads, and traffic circles. There's deck parking and surface level parking. This is a popular place with lots of tenants so parking may be hard to come by during peak periods. Ultimately, I've never had an issue finding parking here. Outside of perhaps Costco, I'm not sure Town Brookhaven has any shops, restaurants, or other businesses that really set it apart from other shopping centers, malls, or mixed-use developments or make it a real destination in metro Atlanta. However, if you live or work in the neighborhood or surrounding area, it's certainly nice to have all these amenities close by.

I've been coming to Town Brookhaven since it first opened while I was in college. The shops are…read morenice and its very walkable so its great for getting steps in. Recently, Cinebistro closed so I hope they replace it with another movie theater because that was a great draw to this area.

It was wonderful spending time in the Decatur Square this weekend, which is located in the heart…read moreof downtown Decatur. It is said to be one of the Top 10 Best Public Squares in the USA for three years in a row! I believe it too. Everytime I visit here I get the same laid back feel I always get. This square looks like a beautiful picture out of a book. There's plenty of space for kids to run around, nice shaded trees and picnic tables to enjoy a packed lunch or pick up a lunch from the quaint restaurants lined around the square. I was in the square years ago and they were filming a movie here. A lot of popular movies and shows have been filmed here throughout the years. I love that there are good quality places to eat, all in one area within walking distance and ice cream shops too. I also love how friendly strangers smile at each other and everyone is doing there own thing. Sometimes there's music playing throughout the square which makes it a double delight.

Decatur Square is just one of the many reasons I love the City of Decatur! Considered to be one of…read morethe best public squares in the U.S...if it looks recognizable, you're not imagining it. Decatur Square has made its way into plenty of magazines, movies and TV shows filmed around metro Atlanta. With its charming streets, vibrant energy, historic backdrop (like the Old Dekalb County Courthouse in the background) it's an easy pick for film crews, photographers, locals and visitors alike. The Square itself is lively and cute. I love that you can sit street side at restaurants, which gives major NYC or European cafe vibes, where sidewalk dining is where it's at! You're sure to find some of the best chef-driven restaurants in metro Atlanta. Whether you're looking for an upscale dinner, a quick bite, or coffee and people-watching, Decatur Square delivers. Also, there's plenty of local shops and usually something fun and Free happening at any given time, including outdoor concerts, movie nights in the square, art festivals, and other community events, so you'll want to check the calendar ahead of time and bring your lawn chairs. https://visitdecaturga.com/ Bonus fun fact: AJC Decatur Book Festival, one of the largest independent literary festivals in the country is hosted right here. An estimated 80,000 people converge for a celebratory weekend of literature. And, last August, Decatur Square became even more meaningful with the unveiling of a bronze statue honoring civil rights icon John Lewis. Hundreds gathered in front of the Old DeKalb County Courthouse for the ceremony, adding more impact to an already iconic space. Pro Tip: If you're into public transportation, MARTA literally drops you west of the square. Prefer to walk or bike? It's got that covered too. And for drivers: parking is usually manageable at one of the many decks or street parking. If it sounds like Decatur Square is my Fav, you're absolutely right LOL! This was my neighborhood for years (yes, I'm a little partial :-), but even objectively, whether you're a local or just passing through, Decatur Square has a perfect mix of small-town feel and intown access. I'll always have a soft spot for it and I think once you visit, hopefully you will too. Happy Exploring!

Plenty of great shops and restaurants. I'm very fond of Richard's Variety Store and the French Cafe…read more.

I'm pretty sure the person that made my sub said to themselves "lets give her the hardest piece of…read morebread I can find"!! I thought I was biting into kettle chip and not a sub!! The bread was so hard and crunchy that when I bit into it the pieces nearby began to crumble!!! I also put "extra honey mustard and mayo" in the special request box... there wasn't either on the sub at all!!! I was so disappointed. I ordered online and paid for it beforehand, and so I wasn't aware before I left the store. Publix no longer believes in quality or maybe that's just here!! A Florida Publix would have NEVER!!!!

I moved to Atlanta in 2015, and Toco Hills Shopping Center was one of the more ignored shopping…read morecenters in the area. First of all it was Toco Hills (Where is THAT?), and it was basically a lot of dead space, a huge, mostly pot-hole riddled parking lot, and not-so-well-known businesses. According to Edens Property, the management company that owns both Toco Hills Shopping Center and its adjacent neighboring property Toco Hills Promenade, Toco Hills Shopping Center encompasses both Salaryman and Toco Giant Package Store, all of the stores in the row from Iron Age and north to Sushi Matsuya, and all of the stores in the row of businesses from UPS Store to Frugal Kitchens, and the two empty stores past Frugal Kitchens. This is a very confusing set up, because it isn't visually obvious that there are three different shopping centers, but looks like only one. Anyway, Toco Hills Shopping Center had fallen into sad disrepair years ago, with mostly discount businesses taking up the retail spaces, if there were even existing businesses. At that time there were many empty stores. Thankfully, there have been positive transformations in the shopping center over the past six years, resulting in it becoming a popular destination for shopping, restaurants and services. The parking lot has been redone, and all of the retail areas received a much needed makeover. In short, the entire Toco Hills Shopping Center look so much better now, so much more welcoming, and is now a lot busier. In addition, the overall quality of the businesses appears to have motivated more people to shop, dine and receive services So far, the shops that I've gone to in Toco Hills Shopping Center are Iron Age Korean Steak House, Spiller Park Coffee and Sushi Matsuya, having OK to great experiences. I will definitely return to experience more businesses here when I'm back in the area.

Could use some quality food establishments. Wendy's, barely assessable parking lot, atrocious…read morecustomer service. Steak 'n Shake, rip off specialist. Chili's, couldn't get a take out order right if they tried plus take out area NOT handicap accessible.

Great shopping center in the Doraville area. Highly recommend you visit. There's a huge parking…read morelot. The Super H Mart is there and really great. They have a lot of businesses there, like JYD Auto, hair salons, nail salons, alterations shop, a karaoke bar and billiards, and the best part the restaurants! Restaurants: Shoya Izakaya, Yebisuya Ramen, Kura Revolving Sushi Bar, J Bistro, Qing shu Malatang, Harue', Chi Chop, Snackbox Bistro, Miss Gogi, Big Dave's Cheesesteaks, Tea Top, Meet Fresh, 4.0 Ice Cream, Sweet Spot, Hansel & Gretel Bakery, Conch Heaven.

Great shopping center in the Doraville area. Highly recommend you visit. There's a huge parking…read morelot. The Super H Mart is there and really great. Amazing Shopping selection Value is a bit high but what is not now a days?! Service Really varies Based on where and what you want and go!

I love this place, it's always a vibe!!! It's for everyone and I mean EVERYONE . Parking is free…read morefor the 1st 2hrs - there is street and deck parking. The bars are huge and amazing. They have specialty drinks and frozen if you want to escape

Love love love this place!!!!!…read more So many options to choose from and everyone is so friendly and accommodating. I spent 7 hours here on a Friday, sipping, snacking, socializing and just having an amazing time. If you're in the area and undecided as to where to go, this is the perfect spot because they have everything from sushi to soul food. Note: Stop by Center Bar and see "KEN" before you order food..... Thank me later. Don't just take my word for it. Go check it out for yourself.

I decided to explore Colony Square on a warm Saturday. I remember they had a cute grassy area in…read morethe center of the square and that's where I headed first. There were plenty of seats where people were snacking, reading, and chatting and enjoying the perfect spring day. There were lots of restaurants to choose from and of course a huge food hall.

Big complex…read more Directories are located at the main courtyard entrance. Lots of shops, restaurants, fast casual eats, coffee and businesses too.