New Food & Drink in Georgia
Learn more about recently opened and soon-to-open restaurants, wineries, breweries and more throughout the state.
Metro Atlanta
La Panarda – Atlanta
In May 2023, James Beard Award semifinalist Chef Deborah VanTrece will open Italian restaurant La Panarda, where a complimentary Aperol spritz and bruschetta are offered before each meal. On the menu, expect traditional Italian dishes with creative culinary twists.
Southern National – Atlanta
In Spring 2023, famed Chef Duane Nutter and restaurateur Reggie Washington will open the second location of their award-winning restaurant – Southern National – in Atlanta’s historic Summerhill neighborhood. The two successful Black entrepreneurs chose this location as a personal investment in the community, marking a full-circle moment for Summerhill, which was founded by formerly enslaved people who opened successful businesses in 1865.
Rooftop L.O.A. – Atlanta
Opened in June 2022 on Atlanta’s westside, Rooftop L.O.A. (Leave of Absence) invites guests to enjoy sky-high luxury atop its 38,000-square-foot rooftop, featuring a signature coastal-European restaurant, resort-style pool, refreshing cocktails at the Grove, and wraparound terrace with 360° sunset views.
Coastal Georgia
Brochu’s Family Tradition – Savannah
In December 2022, Michelin Chef Andrew Brochu opened Brochu’s Family Tradition in Savannah’s Starland District. Set in an atmosphere that encourages family gatherings, it's here where patrons can get their fill of crispy fried chicken, oysters prepared five ways, peel n’ eat shrimp, and local fish.
South Georgia
Tvelo Brewing Company – Thomasville
Thomasville’s first craft brewery opened in January 2023 in a historic downtown building that was once a bicycle repair shop, which is fitting because the “T” in the brewery’s name stands for Thomasville, and “velo” is French for bike!
North Georgia
Roo Mountain Vineyards – Ellijay
Slated to open in 2023, Roo Mountain Vineyards will be located only four miles from historic downtown Ellijay and will feature a winery, wine cave, rooftop gardens, tasting room, outdoor amphitheater, and more.
