Ali-Oli Restaurant
Neighborhood: Buckhead

3535 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30326

Rebecca O. writes: According to their web site, the following is true:  "Combine the Mediterranean, a splash of Italy and a pinch of the Lost City of Atlantis and you have one of Buckhead's most romantic restaurants."

I'm not so sure about the romantic part, but the…

Roly Poly

811 Church St
Decatur, GA 30030

Drew W. writes: Pretty good option for lunches, my old office would order from Roly Poly once every couple of weeks. I never went the route of creating my own wrap, the pre-made selections on the menu were good enough for me. I would usually order the Santa Fe steak…

Transamerica Printing
Neighborhood: Midtown

Midtown-Brookwood
649 11th Street NW
Atlanta, GA 30318

Rebecca O. writes: If you ever need a quick, well done print job, talk to the find people at Transamerica Printing (the Midtown location).  The employees are lovely.  The results are outstanding.  The price is right.

Nails & More
Neighborhood: Downtown

1799 Briarcliff Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30303

Margo R. writes: Nails & More is decent salon that avoids being pretentious. The ladies are meticulous with their services, offering flawless waxing, manicures, or pedicures. This salon also has reasonable prices. I love swinging by with my friends to get manicures.…

Man Chun Hong

5953 Buford Hwy NE
Doraville, GA 30340

Jason K. writes: The first time I went here was in November of 07 and the food was just horrendous.   I had the Jja Jang Myung ((black bean paste pasta like Chinese/Korean noodles) again it is much better then it sounds)).  It was greasy, bland, and the noodles were…

At Nails and Spa

2088 Briarcliff Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30329

Miss S. writes: I love this place, but unfortunately I don't find myself in that neighborhood much anymore.  They always did a great job on my nails and the place is nicer and cleaner than your average $30 mani/pedi nail shop.

Oh! La-La

224 E Ponce de Leon Ave
Decatur, GA 30030

Anna I. writes: I haven't actually had my hair cut here, but purchased a gift card for my boyfriends mom for Christmas. She has incredibly curly hair and had been incredibly hesitant to get it cut anywhere in fear of coming out with a fro. It seems most hairdressers…

Harlem Bar
Neighborhood: Downtown

262 Edgewood Avenue
Atlanta, GA 31132

Scott M. writes: You know when you go to your family reunion and have that older cousin/uncle thats one of the coolest mf's you have ever met, but he doesnt really try?

Thats what Harlem Bar is.

I absolutely love this spot. Its small as hell, but always has such a…

Ten Pin Alley
Neighborhood: Atlantic Station

Atlantic Station
261 19th St NW
Atlanta, GA 30363

Alicia W. writes: I may be a little bias because I was attending an event here but I think it's definitely a twist on the average ol' bowling alley. It's the bowling alley for the posh and fancy like with a little money to burn or even the wanna bes. I say that in the…

M Bar & Lounge
Neighborhood: Castleberry Hill

257 Peters St SW
Atlanta, GA 31132

Wallace S. writes: When I'm making the rounds with my boys, I tend to follow the same circuit:  Start at Harlem Bar, swing by Rare to see what's going on there, drive by the Crescent Ave clubs, and end up in Castleberry Hills.  We wind up at M Bar mainly because its…

Eagle's Landing Cafe and Grill

3001 River Drive
Lawrenceville, GA 30044

Vanessa P. writes: My hubby and I have been here for a couple of dinners and breakfast once. Let me start off with the dinners: They were really good. We have had the cajun talipia (sorry about the spelling), rice and beans, coconut cream pie (delish!)  and more that I…

TJ's Sports Bar & Grill

2880 Holcomb Bridge Rd
Alpharetta, GA 30022

Drew W. writes: My first time at TJ's was at the recommendation of a friend who told me that it was one of my only non-Waffle House options for late night food while visiting him in the suburbs. While the food was a step up from Waffle House, the scene felt pretty…

Avril's Car Wash by Hand

200 West Wieuca Road
Atlanta, GA 30342

Rebecca O. writes: Thank you for making my car clean and shiny!  The employees here pay sincere attention to detail and have extremely pleasant demeanors considering they're outside drying off cars in the intense summer heat and during the frigid winter.

Arizona's

2940 Stonecrest Circle
Lithonia, GA 30058

Krystal W. writes: I've only visited this Arizona's once, but I can  not wait to go back again!

They have live jazz on Friday and Tuesday nights. The service is impeccable and the food is really good -- standard american fare.  
Not to mention they have an expansive…

Artuzzi's Cafe

2149 Briarcliff Rd
Atlanta, GA 30329

J. D. writes: Artuzzi's is a new quick service Italian restaurant chain founded by two former Moe's franchisees.  Thankfully they left behind the "Welcome to!" schtick and cutesy food names and instead concentrated on food quality, recipes, and customer service.…

Off The Grill

1010 Mansell Rd
Roswell, GA 30076

Jennifer H. writes: I wasn't too sure about this place - it took a couple of minutes before anyone came to the register to ask if I was ready to order.  I spent the time waiting looking over the menu as I hadn't been there before.  If I'd been a regular I'd have been…

Michael Baisden Show 102.5 FM Classic Soul
Neighborhood: Downtown

101 Marietta St 1
2th Floor
Atlanta, GA 30303

Erin W. writes: Oh the controversy!  Especially when the topics include "pimps in the pulpit", "baby momma drama", "men vs. women", "child support" and "interracial dating". For an entertaining commute home, listen to Michael Baisden from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.…

Sweet Auburn Curb Market
Neighborhood: Downtown

209 Edgewood Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30303

Deanna J. writes: Highlights from Deanna J:

1. History: the SACM is extra cool because of it's longstanding roots since 1918, with its current location being open in 1924 - when it apparently was located in the center of the city and where everyone came to do their…

Bakers

2740 Greenbriar Pkwy SW
Atlanta, GA 30331

Erin W. writes: Bakers is a shoe store located in just about every mall in America with boots, shoes, sandals and accessories for women seeking affordable fashionable and trendy styles.   The stilettos alone let you know this place is for tweens with big feet,…

Zazenia

1000 Cumberland Mall SE
Atlanta, GA 30339

Erin W. writes: Zazenia specializes in Men's suits and accessories with a nice selection of suits, ties, blazers and slacks. The dress shirts available are very unique and somewhat mesmerizing in an array of colors, patterns, finishes and designs.  For about $40,…

Journeys

1413 Cumberland Mall SE
Atlanta, GA 30339

Erin W. writes: Journeys has shoes, sandals, sneakers apparel and accessories for kids, women and men.  It's a very interesting store because there is more of an emphasis on the apparel than the shoes.  Shoe and apparel designs tend to be trendy, urban, eccentric,…

Smoothie King
Neighborhood: Midtown

1001 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Margo R. writes: Consider yourself lucky if there is a Smoothie King on your way to work, or school, or wherever you are headed that you might need a tiny boost. These nutritious smoothies are great for people suffering from hangovers, colds, exhaustion, or just…

Party City
Neighborhood: Buckhead

3655 Roswell Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30342

Mary S. writes: I didn't know they had wedding invitations until a friend mentioned it.  They had really good prices and offered a discount on the listed prices and they had a huge selection (there were lots of repeats b/w the brands).  I didn't' really care for the…

Burrito Art

1451 Oxford Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30307

Margo R. writes: I was once a loyal fan of Burrito Art, mostly because of its convenient location. However it's been replaced by an Italian restaurant called Saba. The new restaurant is worth checking out if you're in the area. I've written a review of it....I think…

Alliance Theatre
Neighborhood: Midtown

1280 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta, GA 30309

Michael E. writes: Went to go see "Doubt" last night and it was fantastic.  This is a great play about, well, doubt.  Doubt in faith, in yourself, in others.  

Without giving away too much, it's about a struggle between a priest and a nun at a Catholic school in the…

G Gilbert
Neighborhood: Westside / Home Park

1198 Howell Mill Rd NW Ste 112
Atlanta, GA 30318

Rebecca O. writes: Very nice designer boutique over in West Midtown.  Unique items that I have yet to see elsewhere.  Check it out.

Signature Baskets and Gifts
Neighborhood: Morningside / Lenox Park

1584 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30324

Rebecca O. writes: Need a gift basket?  Call Signature Baskets -- they'll put a gorgeous one together for you.  They're wonderful on deadline, too.

Mooncake Clothing Co
Neighborhood: Virginia Highlands

1019 Virginia Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30306

Amy D. writes: Funky and fabulous clothing, shoes, jewelry and accessories! Carries clothing designers like Spirithouse, Blanque, Lilith, Rundholtz, Skif, Krista Larson, shoes by Cydwog and jewelry by designers Danielle Wellman, Beth Orduna and more. Unbeatable…

Ace Hardware

2983 North Druid Hills Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329

Shawn W. writes: Terrific, knowledgeable service can be found at this Ace Hardware, which includes some gift , home and toy items along with the more traditional "hardware."  There are other Ace stores, such as those on Scott Blvd., Howell Mill Road,  at Peachtree…

Falafel King

1405 Oxford Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30307

Vy A. writes: Where else can you get a side of edamame with a falafel?  I think I'm pretty safe in saying that there are no others in Atlanta. The falafels here are pretty good.  I don't know how close they are to what falafels should be as I am not a falafel…

Burlington Coat Factory

2032 Lawrenceville Hwy
North Dekalb Mall
Decatur, GA 30033

Magnolia S. writes: Very large store with a large variety of just about anything. Naturally coats are their specialty, but they have clothing for everyone to include even scrubs as well as linens and housewares. Everything is at a nice discount and the prices are very…

Great Clips for Hair

4135 Lavista Road
Suite 410
Tucker, GA 30084

Tulie L. writes: What prompted me to come into Great Clips was an advertisement coupon for 6.99 haircut.. so i was like why not? I need a trim, and a trim was what I got!  Gigi was very gracious and conservative on cutting my hair.. she only took some length off the…

Gail K Fabrics Inc

2216 Cheshire Brg Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30324

Rebecca N. writes: I haven't found any fabric store in Georgia like Gail's- it's the closest thing to the garment district in NYC. They have an enormous selection of every kind of fabric, regardless of the season, and every range. I've gotten things for bridal gowns,…

Silk Trading Co.

1207 Howell Mill Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30318

Coley W. writes: Located on the West Side, the Silk Trading Co. straddles the line between upholstery and clothing fabric. It's a Los Angeles-based retailer with 26 stores nationwide specializing in silk and custom-designed prints. Though you'll probably prefer the…

Heal Center

180 Allen Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30328

Coley W. writes: The Heal Center is operated by Roz Zollinger, who's trained many of the city's top aromatherapists. People can go to the center to get aromatherapy treatments or they can take morning or evening classes to become a certified aromatherapist. $725.

Bella Azul

1011 Marietta St NW
Atlanta, GA 30318

Coley W. writes: This West Side lifestyle boutique boasts a large denim selection, independent designers' jewelry, as well as bath products, home goods and candles. But what it's really known its hard-to-find labels from edgy designers like Peter Som, Y&Kei,…