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two01 Restaurant
201 Aberdeen Pkwy., Peachtree City
888.270.6222, dolce-atlanta-peachtree-hotel.com
Go on vacation for the day at this water-side restaurant within picturesque Dolce Atlanta-Peachtree resort.
Andre's Off the Square
11 Jefferson St., Newnan, 770.304.3557
Nothing too pretentious or showy, this dressy casual restaurant has a niche for great steaks and salmon-and makes for a great first date destination.
Aqua Blue Restaurant and Bar
1564 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell
770.643.8851, aquablueatl.com
Travel the world without leaving your chair as you bask in the hip decor.
Aria
490 E. Paces Ferry, Atlanta
406.233.7673, aria-atl.com
Embark on your own pairing adventure with a clever duo like the foie gras with strawberries or the trout with poblanos at this trendy American eatery.
Bistro VG
70 W. Crossville Road, Roswell
770.993.1156, sedgwickrestaurantgroup.com/bistroVG.html
Experiment with fine foods in a stellar contemporary setting.
Brickhouse Grille & Tavern
3150 Hwy. 34, Newnan
770.683.2790,
Newnan natives Lance Poole and Matt Larson serve up a varied menu-from appetizers to seafood to steaks-that have been delighting diners since February.
Canoe
4199 Paces Ferry Road N.W., Vinings
770.432.2663, canoeatl.com
Haute cuisine scatters the menu of this riverside restaurant, tempting the curious foodie with some of the boldest, tastiest concoctions in the area.
City Cafe & Bakery
215 S. Glynn St., Fayetteville
770.461.6800, citycafeandbakery.com
With a patio, restaurant and bakery-selling everything from tarts to wedding cakes- this authentic German cafe is a must-visit spot for those plagued with a rabid sweet tooth. If you prefer something a little less sweet, try out the succulent dinner menu.
Coweta Grill
300 Arbor Springs Pkwy., Newnan
770.683.4727, cowetaclub.com
Munch on the casual a la carte menu or heartier dishes like the Canadian cured bone in pork rack chop in lush interiors after an afternoon of golf on the 180-acre Coweta Club golf course below.
Downtown Grill
1158 Old Senoia Road, Tyrone
770.892.2000, dtgrill.com
This family-run Tyrone restaurant, which opened in 2008, offers Southern favorites like fried green tomatoes and not-to-miss blue plate specials like country fried steak with white pepper gravy.
Frank's Family Restaurant
1188 Collinsworth Road, Palmetto, 770.463.5678
Old Mill, Hwy. 54 W., Fayetteville, 770.460.MILL, franksfr.com
A family-friendly place to dine on seafood, pasta and steaks, this is a great bet for one of those nights where no one is quite sure what they want.
Grinds & Wines
290 Hwy. 74 N., Peachtree City
770.468.6390, grindsandwines.com
Don't mistake it by its name for a mere coffee shop. While they do coffee and dessert well, this wildly popular gourmet bistro offers a terrific menu of delectable appetizers and elegant entrees from filet au bleu to trout almondine.
Indigo Roswell
1170 Canton St., Roswell
678.277.9551, indigoroswell.com
Whether it be a sloppy Jose pot sticker or a curry braised lamb shank with root veggies, the food here is anything but ordinary.
Maxwell's on 54
2755 Hwy. 54 W., Peachtree City
770.487.8889, maxwellson54.webs.com
This family-owned international cuisine restaurant offers an elegant dining experience in a ritzy
environment.
Muss & Turner's
1675 Cumberland Pkwy., Ste.309, Smyrna
770.434.1114, mussandturners.com
Pork belly, Reuben sandwiches and mussels are all fair game in a bistro that prides itself on its "be yourself" environment. A counter deli and a dedication to local ingredients add to the allure.
Plates on the Square
301 Adamson Square, Carrollton
770.214.5531, platesonthesquare.com
Chef Wes Denney draws from his extensive
travels and experiences to create his own style
of intercontinental cuisine.
Ray's on the River
6700 Powers Ferry Road, Sandy Springs
770.955.1187, raysrestaurants.com
Dine in leisure on one of Chef Tom McEachern's inventive plates, as your worries drift away down the lazy Chattahoochee.
River Room Restaurant and Tavern
4403 Northside Pkwy. N.W., Vinings
404.233.5455, riverroom.com
Mix chic urban vibes with a riverside setting for
an intoxicating marriage of classy cool.
Sage Woodfire Tavern
11405 Haynes Bridge Road, Alpharetta
770.569.9199, sagewoodfiretavern.com
A contemporary edge and the mouth-watering tapas selection make this restaurant a prime location not just for dinner but for happy hour and late-night lingering as well.
Sam & Rosco's
7450 Douglas Blvd., Douglasville
770.949.1195, samandroscosrestaurant.com
A comfortable setting inspires good Italian sustenance at a reasonable price.
Shillings, Top of the Square
19 N. Park Square, Marietta
770.428.9520, shillingsonthesquare.net
Enjoy a romantic meal for two with a view of scenic Marietta Square.
Social Vinings
3621 Vinings Slope Drive, Ste. 4110, Atlanta
770.432.9772, greatfoodinc.com
Chef Paul Albrecht takes on Vinings with an
eclectic mix of dishes ranging from spicy sweet potato fries to savory sautéed calf's liver.
SOHO
4300 Paces Ferry Road S.E., Vinings
770.801.0069, sohoatlanta.com
Dine on salmon Thai and sip on a glass of the house white beneath a moonlit sky on this site's elegant wrap-around porch.
Ten East Washington
10 E. Washington St., Newnan
770.502.9100, teneastwashington.com
Located off the square in downtown Newnan, Chef George Rasovsky's quiet eatery is the perfect spot for a romantic meal out.
The Farmhouse at Serenbe
The Inn at Serenbe, 10950 Hutcheson Road,
Palmetto, 770.463.2622, serenbefarmhouse.com
Freshness is at a premium at this farm-to-table establishment.
The Hil, A Restaurant at Serenbe
9110 Selborne Lane, Palmetto
770.463.6040, the-hil.com
Organic produce from neighboring Serenbe Farm makes for a menu that's always in season.
Vinny's on Windward
5355 Windward Pkwy., Alpharetta
770.772.4644, sedgwickrestaurantgroup.com/vinnys.html
Relaxed, yet sophisticated, this is a great place to bring friends or visitors to the area. An additional gluten-free menu is available for your convenience.