To the east of Atlanta in good ol' Athens, Hugh Acheson's fourth concept just opened. Helmed by Whitney Otawka, the neighborhood cocina serves Latin cuisine with a focus on locally farmed ingredients. Learn more here.

Holeman & Finch alum Andy Minchow's family-friendly spot in Kirkwood is quickly establishing itself as a neighborhood go-to. Check out the housemade sodas, adult cocktails, duck wontons, and expansive outdoor patio.

It's been a seamless transition so far from food truck to full-service restaurant for Sweet Auburn Barbecue. There's traditional barbecue on the menu, as well as Asian-inspired updates like pimento cheese wontons. Take a closer look here.

In a "mountain lodge" setting, Chef Hector Santiago's menu revives some of the fast-casual, Latin-inspired favorites from his previous ventures, Pura Vida and Super Pan. The two-story space features a bar on both floors and an expansive upstairs patio.

Set in a stunning space in Buckhead, Ford Fry's latest concept, St. Cecilia has been getting rave early reviews. Go for the crudo and seafood dishes, pastas, and great beverage program.

This Roman trattoria, the second spot from Ryan Pernice and chef Ted Lahey of Table & Main, has already managed to become both a beautiful neighborhood spot for downtown Roswell locals and a destination for intown visitors. Here, Dan Pernice talks about the wine.

The latest edition to Roswell's burgeoning dining scene, the first restaurant from chef Mel Toledo features a highly seasonal, Mediterranean-influenced menu and an extensive wine list. Scope the menu and interior here.