Quirky spots that are ATL favorites

i love this city! on any given night u can stumble into a spot that will blow ur mind with their creativity..let me give u a few examples:


Sister Louisa's Church of the Living Room and Ping Pong Emporium
466 Edgewood Ave
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 522-8275
Don't even think about visiting this spot if you have some religious hangups..it is hilarious and u must be in the mood to hang loose, stare at some tongue-in-cheek artwork and get your ping pong on man!

Sack Lunch Company
This cute little food stand is totally hilarious and at the same time so comforting and yummy..they are located in the heart of Downtown Atlanta in a small green building located in the Food District on Broad Street. Here's the kicker..u can get a sandwich, chips, a juice box and gushers and "Mom" will put a cool note inside ur sack lunch with sayings like "Wash your hands" or "Mom loves you"..It's nice being a grown-up but who doesnt love mama? :-)and u can even buy a snoopy lunch pail or other novelty items.. It's like being back in middle school except the kid at the next lunchtable won't be kicking u in the keister and taking your lunch..lol...supercool!


Richards Variety Store
2347 Peachtree Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30305
Neighborhood: Buckhead
(404) 237-1412
www.RichardsVarietyStore.com
this place is like Party City on crack..lol..just go..u must experience this type thing in person!

Auto Spa Bistro
348 14th St NW; Home Park
678.974.8187
so have you ever wanted to get your car washed, grab some gourmet bites and some serious libations? well welcome to Auto Spa Bistro..ATL's primo carwash/grub place...
plush lounge atmosphere, yummy eats and and a basic wash for your ride is only $15 bucks..whats' not to love?

White House Restaurant
3172 Peachtree Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
Neighborhood: Buckhead
(404) 237-7601
serve breakfast and brunch in Buckhead

Delia's Chicken Sausage Stand
489 Moreland Ave, SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 404.474.9651
M–W 7am-10pm Th 7am–10pm // 24hrs from Fri 7am–Sun 10pm
The Stand's hand-crafted sausage recipe uses locally sourced chicken out of Gainesville, Georgia that is deboned by hand. These chicken sausage sandwiches are served on mini hawaiian rolls and remind u of a very yummy Krystal burger...and best of all they are open 24 hours on Friday and Saturday nights. For the brave heart recommend that you try the Double D Delight slider, made from a Krispy Kreme donut and chicken sausage patty! Yum!


Dr. Bombay's Underwater Tea Party
1645 MClendon Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Neighborhood: Candler Park
(404) 474-1402
www.drbombays.com
desserts, ice cream and frozen yogurt..super cute place with floor to ceiling books and if u purchase a book they make a donation to charity

Junkman's Daughter
464 Moreland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Neighborhood: Little Five Points
(404) 577-3188
wow..this place is like being stoned and inside the mind of prince..lol..u can tip-toe thru the racks and racks of sheer lunacy...it is the absolute best place to find ur halloween outfit and for some of the more erra adventuresome fashionistas it is a place to find the most unusual fashion finds...the smoke shop in the back is pretty comprehensive and has a large array of hookay items..just go..u gotta see it to believe it

Vortex Bar & Grill
438 Moreland Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Neighborhood: Little Five Points
(404) 688-1828
www.thevortexbarandgrill.com
one word..the burgers..yum!

Duck's Cosmic Kitchen
111-D New St. Decatur, Georgia 30030
404-371-8823
these ladies make a mean sandwich! and with menu items that are so fresh u can practically hear the farmer's truck pulling up every time u bite into their sandwiches...and did i mention everything from the bread to the mayo is made onsite? maybe that's why the bakery items are so delish.. :-)

Ria's Bluebird
421 Memorial Dr SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
Neighborhood: Grant Park
(404) 521-3737
www.riasbluebird.com
the breakfast is amazing! and if you are lucky u might just see Ms. Ria herself cowboy hat and blue jean overalls in the back banging out that amazing brisket...

Grindhouse Killer Burgers
209 Edgewood Ave
Atlanta, GA 30303
Neighborhood: Downtown
(404) 522-3444
www.grindhouseburgers.com
ooohhh mama...i love their burgers..i think its the yeast roll buns and boozy milkshakes that really get me!

Cafe Jonah and the Magical Attic
3188 Paces Ferry Pl
Atlanta, GA 30305
Neighborhood: Buckhead
(404) 343-4107
www.cafejonah.com