Landmark RESTAURANTS Decade-old Atlanta MAINSTAYS
15 The Silver Skillet’s biscuits While this restaurant has been featured in many movies—not to mention Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” for its vintage décor, it’s the classic Southern breakfast that keeps folks coming back time and time again. Owned and operated by the Decker family and their descendants for over 60 years, they know a thing or two about cooking up some biscuits, country ham, and red-eye gravy. You haven’t had a true Southern breakfast until you’ve dined at THE SILVER SKILLET ! uTHESILVERSKILLET.COM
16 Tapas at Basil’s in Buckhead BASIL’S RESTAURANT AND TAPAS BAR
is a casual, energetic restaurant best known for its outdoor dining under the stars. They have been offering exceptional food for over 25 years, with flavors of regional Mediterranean cuisine accented by an array of global influences. Their diverse menu features tapas, pasta, fresh seafood, and succulent meat prepared to order, using a mix of classic and contemporary techniques. Basil’s is the perfect happy hour spot to decompress after a long day. Don’t miss Flash-Fried Smelts with a rich tomato, cumin, and tahini sauce, or the chef’s special Charcuterie Plate with a pairing from Basil’s extensive wine list. uBASILS.NET
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