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100 Dishes to Eat in Atlanta



Past issues of Creative Loafing’s “100 Dishes” have focused on “Atlanta dishes you must try before you die,” to paraphrase the editorial approach behind our previous lists of “bests” or “must eats” to be found in the greater metro Atlanta area.

But the “100 Dishes” in this issue are not to add to your bucket list. Nor do they offer a roadmap for some gastro marathon that you should complete over the course of a weekend. Our 2019 list includes “100 Dishes” to eat in order to live — to enjoy life in Atlanta to the fullest. Think of it as a sampler of all the culinary diversity this city has to offer.

This year, we’ve scoured past issues for dishes that have previously made the cut, re-evaluated others, and added new ones that should tempt your taste buds. Many thanks to Creative Loafing writers past and present for their input, and to the many Atlantans who, though unnamed, took the time to share with us their favorites. Bon appétit!

- CL Editors





Small Plates, Apps and Sides

Though only the starter course, these delicious dishes may be the best part of your meal





Breakfast

Wake up to the best breakfasts in Atlanta





Salads

Atlanta's best salads you must try now





Soups

Warm up with Atlanta's best soups





Burgers and Sandwiches

Run, don't walk, to try these dishes - best things between sliced bread





Pasta, Pizza and Noodles

Atlanta's best noodle and pizza dishes





Meatless Entrees

The best vegetarian-friendly dishes in Atlanta





Seafood

Atlanta's best fishy dishes





Meat Entrees

Eat here now: Atlanta's heartiest meaty meals





Desserts and Sweets

Atlanta's best treats for a sweet tooth





Cocktails

Atlanta's best mixed drinks



