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1) Alpharetta and Buford: Florida-based fast-casual concept Burger 21 is expanding into Metro Atlanta. Atlanta Business Chronicle reports that the restaurants will open in Alpharetta and near the Mall of Georgia. The chain's menu offers 21 burger creations made from beef, shrimp, chicken, tuna, and more. [PRE-PLYWOOD]
2) Downtown: Soul food restaurant Redmanz Restaurant opens June 30 in the former Dugans location at 320 Luckie Street. Redmanz will offer "American Southern cuisine with an urban, eclectic flair," and meals will cost around $10. [PLYWOOD]
3) Alpharetta: A second Grand Champion Barbecue is set to start serving in July on Crabapple Road. The East Cobb location has been voted as the barbecue joint with the best ribs, brisket, and macaroni in the area. [PLYWOOD]
