One of my best friends insists on going to the New Years party at Park Tavern. Every. Year. Fuck that, it's awful.
Wasn't park tavern the one that said they were going to throw a big world cup party (with some urging from the mayor) only for.it to be under a tent with paid entry?
Some band played there for Halloween that my wife wanted to see. I refused and she was real mad. Fuck that place.
Park Tavern is sponsored by Southwest and has Pepsi products... they're the least Atlanta establishment there is. Fuck them, their tavern sushi, and there ice rink.
Might have to hit up one of these popups http://atlanta.eater.com/2017/1/17/14300764/the-general-muir-inauguration-day-mexican-menu-trump love when they do Odd Bird at West Egg
This is potentially a huge deal for Decatur (or anyone who is looking to move over this way in a few years). 77 acres just south of College Ave that sits right between the borders of City of Decatur and Avondale Estates. Rumors that City of Decatur wants it as a greensapce - but would likely not be able to afford it. A developer has shown interest, proposing up to 600 new homes on the property at one point. United Methodist Children’s Home board votes to sell property Spoiler The United Methodist Children’s Home Board of Trustees voted on Jan. 17 to sell its property on South Columbia Drive in Decatur. The organization made the announcement in a press release. The organization did not provide a list of members who voted in favor of and against the sale. “Responding to the growing needs of the children and families it serves, on Jan. 17 the Board of Trustees of The United Methodist Children’s Home made the decision to expand and accelerate its impact across North Georgia by voting with overwhelming approval to sell its Decatur property,” the press release says. In the press release, UMCH CEO Hal Jones said, ““We appreciate the UMCH Board’s thoughtful consideration of multiple options regarding the future of The United Methodist Children’s Home campus in Decatur. I am energized by our Board’s decision, which embraces the changing landscape in providing services to children and families while empowering UMCH to deliver on, and continuously improve its important mission.” Mike Haynie, a former resident of the home who has been actively opposing its sale, said he was “woefully disappointed” by the decision. “This was not the desired outcome,” he said. “Why could you just not take the time to listen? I understand this was voted on … three times in the recent past. What was the hurry? Even though our voices where not heard by the United Methodist Home, its board of trustees, its executive leadership team and even the bishop of the United Methodist North Georgia Conference, we alumni were truly heard indeed by the communities of Midway, Forrest Hills, Avondale Estates, Columbia Seminary, Agnes Scott, but especially a group of concerned students from Decatur High.” Development in and around Decatur has ratcheted up in recent years and the 77 acres at the campus would be a prize for any developer looking to build in Atlanta’s trendiest zip code. According to former UMCH residents who attended an input meeting, one potential plan for the property includes 600 homes on the site. The Children’s Home has been in Decatur since 1873 and was established to care for children orphaned during the Civil War, according to its website. A petition advocating preservation of the site has nearly 200 signatures. The city of Decatur has expressed an interest in buying it as a potential green space, but it’s not clear whether the city is in the mix as a potential purchaser. The Board of Trustees weighed three options: selling all of the property, selling all but seven acres, or selling none of it. The property value is estimated to be somewhere north of $30 million. http://www.decaturish.com/2017/01/united-methodist-childrens-home-board-votes-to-sell-property/
Cool then and now photos from around Atlanta: http://www.rentcafe.com/blog/cities/atlanta-ga/then-and-now-atlanta-ga/ Also, all the planned / under construction works in Midtown: http://atlanta.curbed.com/maps/midtown-atlanta-construction-map-january-2017
You have to imagine that Park Tavern already accepted mone or signed a contract with some Green Bay group or else they would have canceled by now. The are getting destroyed and dont know what to do.
I enjoyed this response easyadamedgewood@EdgewoodAdam @ParkTavern y'all gonna erect a statue of Gen Sherman? Maybe burn some Outkast records? Ban John Lewis too???
They probably don't care just like they don't care that their food, service and beer sucks. OTP'ers will keep coming back when they want to say they "went out in Atlanta".
There might be some people going in the OTP thread. I've always wanted to go, but Sandy Springs is too far.
Is it not on roswell road any more? ThatI got be right ITP, idk fuck sandy Springs. It always seemseems like it could be cool
Yeah, it's still there. Location could definitely be better, but it's not like it's in East Cobb or some shit. A lot of one-off beers, though my buddy said some of them are pretty bad.
Yea? Well a guy I played rugby with (mostly against) is in Voodoo Vissionary, so you should check them out.
Hey guys just saw this in the AJC and figured I'd share in case anyone was interested http://www.accessatlanta.com/entert...ate-spots-cobb-county/tnxEB10cEScHxm7Us1cUBI/
Smoke Ring is very good -- Memphis style. I would put it in the second tier behind Fox Bros and DBA. The pork "nachos" are a must-try, along with the brisket burrito and show stopper. The sauce selection is pretty good; however, I've never had a side that I liked which moves it down slightly for me.
I thought DBA was shit. If Heirloom isn't in your top tier or at the top by themselves you're doing it wrong
A long run at Cochran Shoals followed by stuffing my face at Heirloom is one of my absolute favorite things to do in Atlanta when it's nice out.
What did you have at DBA? My bbq preferences are as follows: Tier one: Fox Bros DBA/Heirloom Community Q Tier two: Smoke Ring/Sweet Auburn B's Cracklin Tier three: Jim n nicks Et al
Fox Bros and Heirloom are tier 1 by themselves. Community and DBA are in the next tiers with Twin Smokers.
Never check this thread, and I'm sure it's been mentioned, but a reminder that Greensky Bluegrass is at Buckhead Theatre tomorrow. Surprisingly, it's not sold out, but that show will be real good if you can stomach being in Buckhead for a couple hours.
I'm sorry bout Fox Bros brisket was entirely too dry. Their other meats weren't bad, but I left disappointed.
For as much as I eat barbecue Heirloom and Fox Brothers are more than sufficient. It just depends on what part of town I'm in. I've had Community Q, DBA, Smoke Ring and a few others, and while good, I don't consider any of them on the level of either Heirloom or FBB.
The first time I had Fat Matt's, I was so drunk and hungry that I thought it was the most incredible thing I had ever eaten. I went back a couple months later (sober), and I was just like..."oh..."
I tend to give a little more credit to resturants that have more creative dishes, which may be why I like DBA more than some. Brisket philly (off menu) is incredible, burnt ends are fantastic and their Cuban is the best I've had anywhere (both of the final two are specials). As an aside, their smoked Hotlanta wings are as good as any I've had. I like variety.