Everything Midtown Week: 11.30.09 - 12.06.09

(picture of Tap1180 in Midtown)

*Monday*
::Tijuana Garage - Muchas Gracias Monday::Baronda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
::Twisted Taco - 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici- $4 Bar Selections including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Monday 20 cent wings 7-11pm :: Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
:: Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11

*Tuesday*

::Einsteins - 1/2 price bottle wine all day

::Marlow's Tavern - $2 Tuesdays with $2 tacos and $2 beers

::Steamhouse Lounge - $1 Beers All Night

::The Highlander - All You Can Eat Crab Legs for $19.95

::Twisted Taco - 1/2 off Quesadillas, 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Tijuana Garage - 8:30-10:30pm Team Trivia

::Little Azio - Pastafest! Any pasta $6.99!

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food- Appetizer of The Day: Queso Flameado con Chorizo

::Park Tavern - $1 Draft Beer (When It Rains, They Pour)
::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Dogwood Restaurant - 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 - Half roasted chicken with natural jus, new potatoes, asparagus
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Halo - $3 Bubbly and Champagne Cocktails. 5:00 PM-3:00 AM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11

*Wednesday*
::TAP 1180 - Industry Night in Midtown! $3 #`s Ale, $3 Jager, $3 Grand Marnier and half off plates at TAP! Soo many beers to choose from and personally recommend getting the grilled cheese!! yummmy!

::Gordon Biersch - $1 off lagers all day! Pair that with a $10 lunch or happy hour! Also $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.

::Twisted Taco - Karaoke Wednesdays! Buy 1 get 1 FREE appetizers! $4 margaritas!! Eat, Drink, Get Twisted!! 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Steel Restaurant - 5-7pm complementary sushi and signature cocktails

::O'Terrills - Girls' Night Out - $5 Martinis & Cosmopolitans. $2 Soft Tacos

::Park Tavern- 1/2 off bottles of wine! $1 Draft Beer (When It Rains, They Pour)

::Front Page News - 5:00pm – 8:00pm Facebook/Twitter Happy Hour (will post password when it is given)

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesidillas
::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Dogwood Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 -Southern fried catfish, creamy yellow grits with pimentos, fresh herb tartar sauce
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Room at Twelve - $10 All U Can Eat Sushi Rolls & $5 Bottomless Sake. 5:30 PM-8:00 PM
::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11

*Thursday*
::Einsteins - "Thursday Night Live" tonight! Get to Einsteins for great live music and the best patio in town! Show starts at 7pm! $2 off glasses of wine (yep, even the pricey ones) and $5 margaritas, mojitos and martinis. $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.

::Front Page News -8:30pm - 9:30pm Justin - Acoustic Jam

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Calamari

::Steel Restaurant - $1 Sake Thursday – Come sample Sake and Sushi.
::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM

::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Twisted Taco - 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Vortex Bar and Grill - Industry Night- $3 Beer and Shots. 9:00 PM-3:00 AM
::Dogwood Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 - Kobe beef meatloaf, buttermilk-bacon smashed potatoes, squash casserole
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11

*Friday*

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Chipotle Barbeque Chicken Quesidillas
:: Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano- 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM
::Twisted Taco - 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
::Dogwood Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 -Prime rib, sweet corn pudding, buttermilk-horseradish whipped potatoes
::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.
::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM
::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM
::FROGS Cantina Midtown - Each Friday night, enjoy an order of Chicken, Shrimp and Steak Fajitas for Two and a pitcher of Texas Margaritas for $36.89!
::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM
::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11

*Saturday*

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesadillas

::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm

::Spice Market - Bento Box $16. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM Includes soup, salad, choice of beef or chicken skewers, choice of cod, salmon, or chicken curry entree & dessert.

*Sunday*

::Gordon Biersch - NFL Sunday Ticket, $4.95 Appetizers, $1.00 Off Beers, Live Jazz, Bloody Mary Bar

::Marlow's Tavern-Sunday brunch from 10am-3pm. Brunch Buffet is only $14.99 and bottomless Mimosas for $15.

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Calmari

::The Highlander - Trivia Night! Have a bunch of useless knowledge? Turn that into a bar tab!

::One Midtown Kitchen - Make Sunday a ONEday! Come enjoy a very special menu for only $25!

::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm

*General*

::Midtown store @fabrikatlanta is looking for fashion addicts for sales positions. Bring your resume in at any GA location.

::Veni Vidi Vici - All Bar Menu Selections $4 Monday- Friday from 4-6:30pm

::Fuego Spanish Grill - $1 Tapas Every Week Night From 4-6pm, $2 Lunch Tacos

::Park Tavern- 1/2 off Sushi 10pm-Midnight Every Week Night

::One Midtown Kitchen - Bottomless Glass of Wine Daily at 5:30pm

Midtown Review: The Nook

The Nook is right on Piedmont Park in Midtown Atlanta. It is a breath of fresh air with an open air patio surrounded my the beautiful scenery of Piedmont Park. We went for lunch and received a complimentary plate of Nacho Totchos which are the same thing as nachos just with tator tots instead. This is the bottom picture of the empty plate. They were so good that I couldnt even get a picture in time before they were demolished. The Totchos were crispy tator tots topped with a light cremy cheese sauce, sour cream, and bacon. I personally ordered the veggie quesadillas for lunch with a side of tator tots! The veggie quesadilla was filled a bunch of grilled vegetables and monterey jack cheese. It came with a side of sour cream and pico de gallo. My coworkers ordered the Duley Chicken Salad (pictured above) and the Grinder sandwich (pictured above). Both of them loved their meals as well. I would also recommend getting the sweet potato fries (not pictured) as a side as well. They are the perfect crispyness with just the right amount of salt to bring out the incredible flavor of the sweet potato. The restaurant was rather empty for lunch with only a few other people there, but overall the experience was incredible. If you ever want to take advantage of a beautful day in Midtown Atlanta for lunch then The Nook on Piedmont Park is definitely the place to do it!!

Midtown Shop and Dine Week

(picture of The Nook on Piedmont Park)





Below are the some of the incredible deals offered during Midtown Shop and Dine Week! You can see the full list of participating restaurants, hotels, and stores at http://www.midtownatlantashopanddineweek.com/ !!

::CASUAL DINING::

::El Taco::
404.873.4656
1186 N Highland Avenue Atlanta, GA 30306
Choose two appetizers - “Just-Crushed” Guacamole lime-salted corn chips * Queso Blanco melted Mexican cheese with jalapenos; lime-salted corn chips Red Pozole braised pork and crema
Choose two entrees * Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas two of ‘em with grilled corn and Jack cheese * Chili Cheese Enchiladas two of ‘em topped with Oklahoma red chili con carne * * Grande House Salad crunchy greens, radish, tortilla strips, avocado, tomato, cotija cheese, ranch dressing with chili de arbol-marinated steak or scallion and cumin-marinated chicken or lime-marinated shrimp *
Taco Basket - Choose any combination of three of our famous tacos


::Nickiemotos::
404-253-2010990 Piedmont Ave NE
Nickiemoto's Starter - Miso Soup or House Salad
Entrée - Vegetable Stirfry (choice of Chicken, Beef or Shrimp)
Sushi Combo Veggie Lovers Combo


::Hudson Grille::
4046 Peachtree Rd NW, Atlanta -
2 COURSES FOR 25
SPLIT SPINACH DIP OR QUESO BEEF
OR CHICKEN PHILLY
OR LINGUINE MARINARA WITH SHRIMP
SPLIT A DESSERT


::Joe's On Juniper::
404-875-66341049 Juniper St
2 COURSES FOR 25
404-875-66341049 Juniper St
2 COURSES FOR 25
SPLIT SPINACH DIP
OR QUESO BEEF OR CHICKEN PHILLY
OR LINGUINE MARINARA WITH SHRIMP SPLIT A DESSERT


::Tap 1180::
404.347.2220
1180 Peachtree StreetAtlanta, GA 30309Make your reservation now through opentable.com .

Midtown Alliance Shop & Dine SUPPER - 2 for $25
Roasted Butternut Squash Tartparmesan crust, basmati rice, california jack, arugula, walnut balsamic dressing
Mama's Meatloaf 100% angus beef, wild mushroom brown gravy, roasted potatoes
Seared Troutnorth carolina trout, rapini, white navy beans, bacon, garlic parsley butter
Roasted Chicken Breast braised leeks, onions, carrots, celery, thyme bacon cornbread
Steak Frites hanger steak, fries, green peppercorn sauce


::The Nook on Piedmont Park::
404-414-0246
1144 Piedmont Avenue, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30309

Appetizers: Roasted garlic hummus topped with toasted pine nuts, served with grilled pita and celery and carrot sticks :: Flash fried calamari with sweet chili glaze, Holland peppers and feta cheese
Entrees:Bone-in chicken breast with three cheese bread pudding, sautéed green beans and a sweet red wine demi-glace :: Sautéed Gulf Coast shrimp with shallots tomatoes and garlic, two-fried Andouille and Gouda cheese grit cakes, with sautéed spinach in a smoked tomato sauce



::FINE DINING::

::Atmosphere French Restaurant::

678.702.16201620

Piedmont Ave

Make your reservation now through opentable.com$25 per person 3 courses menu (Tax and gratuity not included)

Appetizers - Mushrooms soup Cream of wild mushrooms soup - Rabbit terrine House made rabbit terrine served with assorted pickles and Dijon mustard - Atmosphere salad Mesclum greens with marinated tomatoes, black olives Nicoise Regiano parmesan cheese, balsamic vinaigrette

Entrees - Bistro steak Hanger steak served with French green beans, French fries and mustard butter. - Trout filets "Amandine" Boneless trout filet served with vegetable medley, caper lemon butter, roasted almonds. - Duck confit Roasted duck leg confit with Sarladaise potatoes, French green beans Red wine reduction sauce.

Dessert - Crème brulee Our take on this classic Dame blanche French vanilla ice cream topped with warm chocolate Colonel Lemon sorbet with Grey goose vodka

::Einsteins::
404-876-7925691
14th Street NW
Make your reservation now through opentable.com
3 COURSE MEAL $25
HOUSE SALAD Mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion and red wine vinaigrette
CAESAR SALAD Crisp romaine, creamy garlic Caesar dressing, fresh shredded parmesan, crispy croutons
ENTREES CHEESE TORTELLINI Pesto cream sauce, Fresh spinach, red grape tomatoes, parmesan cheese
CHICKEN UNDER A BRICK Marinated Chicken Breasts, garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, tomato-white wine sauce
PECAN TROUT Parmesan grits, broccolini, roasted red peppers, maple-bourbon glaze
DESSERTChoice ofChocolate Mint Cake or Warm Georgia Peach Pound Cake



::Ecco::
404.347.9555
407th Street, NEAtlanta, GA 30308
Make your reservation now through opentable.com .
$25 3-COURSE PRIX FIXE MENU (plus tax and gratuity)
Choice of appetizer - Fried goat cheese, honey and black pepper - Oak-grilled asparagus and marinated tomato salad - Gem lettuce salad with local apples and cheddar
Choice of entree - San Marzano tomato pizza with housemade mozzarella and basil - Roasted organic chicken thighs with salsa verde and pole beans - Bucatini pasta with house-cured pancetta, spicy tomato sauce and pecorino
Choice of dessert - Chocolate terrine with crème anglaise and pinenut brittle - Georgia apple fritters with mascarpone glaze


::South City Kitchen::
404.873.73581144
Crescent Ave Atlanta, GA 30309
Make your reservation now through opentable.com .
$25 3-COURSE PRIX FIXE MENU (plus tax and gratuity)
Choice of appetizer - Old Charleston She-Crab Soup fresh cream, sherry - Mixed Field Greens fresh greens, toasted pecans, balsamic vinaigrette - Low & Slow Smoked Pork BBQ scallion potato hoecake, housemade BBQ sauce, cabbage slaw
Choice of entree - Buttermilk Fried Chicken sautéed green beans, buttermilk whipped potatoes, bourbon gravy - Sautéed Shrimp & Scallops creamy stone-ground grits, garlic gravy - Grilled Meatloaf house-ground beef and pork, sweet corn pudding, mushroom-creamed green beans with crispy onions, smoked chili ketchup
Choice of dessert - Banana Pudding banana pastry cream, ripe bananas, homemade vanillawafers, fresh cream - Double Chocolate Bread Pudding bittersweet and milk chocolate custard, coffee crème anglaise


::HOTELS::

::Artmore Hotel::
404.873.48001302
West Peachtree Street Atlanta, GA 30309
When mentioning Shop & Dine, 15% off room rate
In The Bar when mentioning Shop & Dine, $5 Cocktails $3 Import Beers $2 Domestic Beers

::RETAIL::

::The Art of Touch Massage and Health::
404.602.4054244
14th StAtlanta, GA 30309
Special - 25% off a 60 or 90 minute massage


::Yes Home::
404-733-5909
921 Peachtree St.
25% off any 1 item. To receive the special, please mention Shop & Dine Week



::ENTERTAINMENT/NIGHTLIFE::

::Atlanta Symphony Orchestra::
$25 Tickets to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra!
Tai Murray November 13 or 14, 2009 8pm Atlanta Symphony
Hall GLAZUNOV: Violin Concerto TCHAIKOVSKY: Suite from Swan Lake SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 1Hannu Lintu, conductor
Tai Murray, violin Mr. Lintu, a rising young Finnish star, showcases the world’s favorite ballet music from Tchaikovsky’s version of a Russian legend of enchantment, deception, and love triumphant. The all Russian theme continues as the virtuosic sparkle of Ms. Murray — last seen here in a brilliant performance in 2005 — is paired with Glazunov’s perennially popular violin concerto. Shostakovich’s genius first asserted itself in his brilliant First Symphony, composed as a graduation piece at the famed St. Petersburg Conservatory.
Contact Russell Wheeler at (404) 733-4807 or russell.wheeler@woodruffcenter.org to purchase. Offer not valid at box office or online--only through Russell Wheeler. Subject to availability. May not be applied to previous purchases. Offer expires Friday, November 13th at 3:00 pm.


::Whole World Improv Theatre::
404.817.PLAY (404.817.7529)
1216 Spring Street, NW
- Visit http://wholeworldtheatre.com/wwit/ to purchase at least TWO tickets for either Saturday, November 14 or Saturday, November 21 shows, 8:00PM or 10:30PM, by 6pm on Saturday, November 21. - On the appropriate screen, enter promo code, "SHOP" to get "Buy One/Get One Free" pricing on your reservations! - LIMIT 6 discounted tickets PER ORDER/PARTY - Discount available for Saturday, November 14, 2009 and Saturday, November 21, 2009 performances ONLY - Discount is for advance ticket purchases ONLY through our website and NOT available to walk-ups. * See additional restrictions below. *Specials cannot be combined with other offers or applied to previously purchased tickets. Discount is NOT available to groups/private parties. Tickets are subject to availability. Team WWIT


SEE ALL THE MIDTOWN SHOP AND DINE WEEK SPECIALS AT www.midtownatlantashopanddineweek.com

Everything Midtown Week: 11.16.09 - 11.22.09

MIDTOWN SHOP AND DINE WEEK IS THIS WEEK!!! MORE INFORMATION AT http://www.midtownatlantashopanddineweek.com/

(picture of Rira Irish Pub in Midtown)

*Monday*

::Tijuana Garage - Muchas Gracias Monday
::Noon - Smoky Tomato Soup & Red Pepper w/ Tarragon Soup;White Cheddar & Sweet Onion Grilled Cheese;Lentil Salad;Marinated Mushrooms

::Baronda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM

::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

::Twisted Taco - 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Veni Vidi Vici- $4 Bar Selections including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM

::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Monday 20 cent wings 7-11pm :: Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.

::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM

::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM

::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.

:: Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11

*Tuesday*
::Einsteins - 1/2 price bottle wine all day
::Marlow's Tavern - $2 Tuesdays with $2 tacos and $2 beers
::Steamhouse Lounge - $1 Beers All Night
::The Highlander - All You Can Eat Crab Legs for $19.95
::Twisted Taco - 1/2 off Quesadillas, 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Tijuana Garage - 8:30-10:30pm Team Trivia
::Little Azio - Pastafest! Any pasta $6.99!
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food- Appetizer of The Day: Queso Flameado con Chorizo
::Park Tavern - $1 Draft Beer (When It Rains, They Pour)

::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM

::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM

::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM

::Dogwood Restaurant - 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 - Half roasted chicken with natural jus, new potatoes, asparagus

::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.

::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM

::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Halo - $3 Bubbly and Champagne Cocktails. 5:00 PM-3:00 AM

::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM

::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.

::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11
*Wednesday*

::TAP 1180 - Industry Night in Midtown! $3 #`s Ale, $3 Jager, $3 Grand Marnier and half off plates at TAP! Soo many beers to choose from and personally recommend getting the grilled cheese!! yummmy!
::Gordon Biersch - $1 off lagers all day! Pair that with a $10 lunch or happy hour! *Tapping of WinterBock 11/18. Enjoy complimentary appetizers, & the may even let you get a free tasting! Visit http://twitpic.com/prjym for more details * Also $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
::Twisted Taco - Karaoke Wednesdays! Buy 1 get 1 FREE appetizers! $4 margaritas!! Eat, Drink, Get Twisted!! 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM
::Steel Restaurant - 5-7pm complementary sushi and signature cocktails
::O'Terrills - Girls' Night Out - $5 Martinis & Cosmopolitans. $2 Soft Tacos
::Park Tavern- 1/2 off bottles of wine! $1 Draft Beer (When It Rains, They Pour)
::Front Page News - 5:00pm – 8:00pm Facebook/Twitter Happy Hour (will post password when it is given)
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesidillas

::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM

::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM

::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM

::Dogwood Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 -Southern fried catfish, creamy yellow grits with pimentos, fresh herb tartar sauce

::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.

::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM

::Room at Twelve - $10 All U Can Eat Sushi Rolls & $5 Bottomless Sake. 5:30 PM-8:00 PM

::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM

::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11

::Noon -Smoky Tomato Soup & Red Pepper w/Tarragon;White Cheddar & Caramelized Onion Grilled Cheese;Lentil Salad;Marinated Mushroom Salad.
*Thursday*

***::PARK TAVERN :Come to the Park Tavern today at 5pm to support Atlanta Pet Rescue. $15 Donation includes drink ticket and light bites! This event, which will be hosted by Victoria Stillwell of Animal Planet's "It's Me or the Dog," silent and live auctions, a raffle and a pet psychic. Bring your unwanted gold jewelry to sell at the event and 30 percent of the proceeds from sales will be donated to Atlanta Pet Rescue, a nonprofit organization that helps homeless, abused and neglected animals find homes. http://www.atlantapetrescue.org/ ***

::Gordon Biersch - "Thursday Night Live" tonight! Get to Einsteins for great live music and the best patio in town! Show starts at 7pm! $2 off glasses of wine (yep, even the pricey ones) and $5 margaritas, mojitos and martinis. $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.
::Front Page News -8:30pm - 9:30pm Justin - Acoustic Jam
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Calamari
::Steel Restaurant - $1 Sake Thursday – Come sample Sake and Sushi.

::Whole Foods on Ponce De Leon - Hosting free Health Benefits of Wine class with Emory Healthcare 6:30p

::Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM
::Baraonda Cafe Italiano - 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM

::Twisted Taco - 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM

::Vortex Bar and Grill - Industry Night- $3 Beer and Shots. 9:00 PM-3:00 AM

::Dogwood Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 - Kobe beef meatloaf, buttermilk-bacon smashed potatoes, squash casserole

::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.

::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM

::Flying Biscuit Midtown - Free Kid's Meal with Adult Meal Purchase. 4:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM

::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11

::Noon - Smoky Tomato Soup & Red Pepper w/Tarragon Soup;White Cheddar &Caramelized Onions Grilled Cheese;Lentil Salad;Marinated Mushrooms

*Friday*
::Midtown Atlanta Shop and Dine Week 11.13.09 - 11.22.09 - More information at http://www.midtownatlantashopanddineweek.com/
::Front Page News -10pm - 11pm Boxoffice Rock Star
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Chipotle Barbeque Chicken Quesidillas

:: Shout - $10 All-U-Can-Eat Sushi Lunch. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM

::Baraonda Cafe Italiano- 15 Bottles of Wine for $15. 5:00 PM-10:30 PM

::Twisted Taco - 50% Off All Food, $3 Beer, and Other Drink Specials. 5:00 PM-7:00 PM

::Veni Vidi Vici - $4 Bar Selections Including $4 Marsala Shrimp or Ricotta Gnocchi. 4:30 PM-6:30 PM

::Dogwood Restaurant – 3 Course Dinner Plate for $25 -Prime rib, sweet corn pudding, buttermilk-horseradish whipped potatoes

::Cypress Street Pint and Plate - Appetizers are half price from 5PM - 7PM.

::Olive Bistro - $6.99 Lunch Combo. 11:00 AM-3:00 PM

::Ra Sushi - 1/2 Off Sushi and Appetizers. 3:00 PM-7:00 PM

::FROGS Cantina Midtown - Each Friday night, enjoy an order of Chicken, Shrimp and Steak Fajitas for Two and a pitcher of Texas Margaritas for $36.89!

::Silk Restaurant - $8.00 Rice Bowl Lunch Specials 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM

::Gordon Biersch Brewery - $4.95 appetizer specials from 4-7PM and 10PM-close.

::Lupe Taqueria - Three tacos with two sides for $11

::Noon - Smoky Tomato;Red Pepper w/Tarragon.Sandwich:White Cheddar w/Caramelized Onions.Salads:Lentil;Marinated Mushrooms DESSERT: Devils Food Cupcake w/Caramel Butter Cream; Vanilla Cupcake w/Malt Butter Cream
*Saturday*
::Tijuana Garage - 9pm - 12am Chynna Fox
::Front Page News - 10pm - 11pm Nelson Brownstone
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesadillas
::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm
::Piedmont Park - Come to "Operation Boot Camp -FREE Preview Workout " Saturday, November 14 from 8:15 am to 9:30 am

::Spice Market - Bento Box $16. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM Includes soup, salad, choice of beef or chicken skewers, choice of cod, salmon, or chicken curry entree & dessert.

*Sunday*
::Gordon Biersch - NFL Sunday Ticket, $4.95 Appetizers, $1.00 Off Beers, Live Jazz, Bloody Mary Bar
::Marlow's Tavern-Sunday brunch from 10am-3pm. Brunch Buffet is only $14.99 and bottomless Mimosas for $15.
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Calmari
::The Highlander - Trivia Night! Have a bunch of useless knowledge? Turn that into a bar tab!
::One Midtown Kitchen - Make Sunday a ONEday! Come enjoy a very special menu for only $25!
::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm

*General*
::Midtown Atlanta Shop and Dine Week 11.13.09 - 11.22.09 - More information at http://www.midtownatlantashopanddineweek.com/
::Whole Foods on Ponce - http://twitpic.com/p0mf2 - Sign up now for our next wine-pairing dinner, A Taste of The Holidays, on Tues, Nov 17, 7pm! http://tinyurl.com/9
::Midtown store @fabrikatlanta is looking for fashion addicts for sales positions. Bring your resume in at any GA location.
::Veni Vidi Vici - All Bar Menu Selections $4 Monday- Friday from 4-6:30pm
::Fuego Spanish Grill - $1 Tapas Every Week Night From 4-6pm, $2 Lunch Tacos
::Park Tavern- 1/2 off Sushi 10pm-Midnight Every Week Night
::One Midtown Kitchen - Bottomless Glass of Wine Daily at 5:30pm
::November 20th - Midtown Women of UGA lunch at Noon in Midtown. It is about 1/2 full - don't miss out! http://bit.ly/ZKYlB

Cheap Eats 2009 :: Midtown

Midtown Restaurant's Featured in Atlanta Magazine's Cheap Eats 2009

(picture of MetroFresh from www.metrofreshatl.com)

http://www.atlantamagazine.com/channels/cheapeats/Story.aspx?id=1097505

MIDTOWN Hall of Fame

Las Palmeras

The recent closing of fellow Cuban eatery Kool Korners Grocery and the OTP relocation of Havana Sandwich Shop make hard-to-spot Las Palmeras an even more beloved neighborhood landmark. Mustard and pickles rev the classic Cuban sandwich ($6.95), but longtime fans also love the mojo-marinated rotisserie chicken ($12.95) and masitas de puerco ($12.95), or pork in lemony sauce. 366 Fifth Street, 404-872-0846.

New Classic: MetroFresh

Mitchell Anderson—the actor-turned-cook who gives the term “celebrity chef” a new twist—and his crew whip up a daily-changing spread of soups, sandwiches, and salads. We’re especially drawn to the colorful, perky-flavored salads such as sweet potato and apple with grapefruit vinaigrette or gingery soba noodles ($4.50 each). Keep an eye out for creative dinner specials. 931 Monroe Drive, 404-724-0151, metrofreshatl.com.

Surprise: Green Sprout Vegetarian

File this one under the tastes-way-better-than-it-sounds category: Dishes such as stir-fried Yukon gold potatoes with garlic and preserved greens ($8.50) and dry-fried string beans with spicy fermented tofu ($8.50) exemplify what’s best about Buddhist-style vegetarian Chinese cooking. Kind servers make up for the austere digs. 1529 Piedmont Avenue, 404-874-7373, greensproutga.com.

Midtown Review: Ra Sushi

(First Picture- Viva Las Vegas Roll ::: Second Picture: Spicy Tuna Roll from my lunch)

Wow, where do I begin??? I pretty much have been obsessed with Ra Sushi ever since it opened! Whether you are going for lunch or dinner, the restaurant atmosphere is unreal. Everyday around noon they will open the giant wall windows that open up to the patio and 11th Street. The open air feeling gives the restaurant a refreshing feeling and a GREAT break from work. The lunch specials that Ra Sushi offers are incredible.The giant bento box includes chicken teriyaki, shrimp or vegetable tempura, miso soup, salad, rice, and a couple different kinds of spring rolls. Other lunch specials include all different kinds of sushi and sushi bowls which includes rice topped with a variety of vegetables and spicy tuna. These are just a couple of the MANY astounding lunch specials that Ra Sushi has to offer. I personally enjoy the Spicy Tuna Roll (pictured above from lunch)! Another popular menu item is the Viva Las Vegas Roll. This roll is beautifully designed to make your mouth water (pictured above). Ra Sushi also has an incredible happy hour which includes half off pretty much all the sushi rolls along with $2 Hot Sake, $3 PBR, $4 Chang Lager, $5 Uchi Red and White Wine, and $6 Chang Lager and Sake! The atmosphere for dinner/late night is pretty much a giant party. With the open air restaurant, the half indoor/half outdoor bar, the music hits pumping through the speakers, your favorite sporting events playing on one of their many televisions, the good looking waitstaff, the fabulous food, and the countless good-looking people eating throughout the restaurant, this place turns into one exciting curbside party on 11th Street and Crescent. The food is unbelievable and is definitely one of the best sushi restaurants in town!

Everything Midtown Week: 11.9.09 - 11.15.09

(picture of Ra Sushi)


What's happening this week in Midtown Atlanta?!?! I will add additional events and specials as the week progresses!



*Monday*
::Tijuana Garage - Muchas Gracias Monday
::OTerrills - Today’s $5.99 Lunch Special is "The Worlds Largest kosher Hotdog!" Top it with Chili & Coleslaw!

::Noon - At Noon:Smoky Tomato Soup & Butternut Squash Soup;Grilled Cheese w/Monterey Jack & Provolone;Potato Salad w/Bacon;Cauliflower Salad

*Tuesday*
::Einsteins - 1/2 price bottle wine all day

::Marlow's Tavern - $2 Tuesdays with $2 tacos and $2 beers
::Steamhouse Lounge - $1 Beers All Night
::The Highlander - All You Can Eat Crab Legs for $19.95
::Twisted Taco - 1/2 off Quesadillas
::Tijuana Garage - 8:30-10:30pm Team Trivia
::Little Azio - Pastafest! Any pasta $6.99!
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food- Appetizer of The Day: Queso Flameado con Chorizo

::Noon - Soups: Smoky Tom; Butternut Squash. Sammies: Gruyere & Goat Grilled Chz; Pastrami & Swiss. Side: Cauliflower w/Almonds & Raisins

::Park Tavern - $1 Draft Beer (When It Rains, They Pour)

*Wednesday (Veteran's Day)*

::TAP 1180 - Industry Night in Midtown! $3 #`s Ale, $3 Jager, $3 Grand Marnier and half off plates at TAP! Soo many beers to choose from and personally recommend getting the grilled cheese!! yummmy!
::Gordon Biersch - $1 off lagers all day! Pair that with a $10 lunch or happy hour!
::Twisted Taco - Karaoke Wednesdays! Buy 1 get 1 FREE appetizers! $4 margaritas!! Eat, Drink, Get Twisted!!
::Steel Restaurant - 5-7pm complementary sushi and signature cocktails
::O'Terrills - Girls' Night Out - $5 Martinis & Cosmopolitans. $2 Soft Tacos; Veterans’ Day at O’Terrill’s, We’re Buying Every Veteran/Activity Duty Personnel A Beer. Thank You For Your Service. Rufus O Terrill
::Park Tavern- 1/2 off bottles of wine! $1 Draft Beer (When It Rains, They Pour)
::Front Page News - 5:00pm – 8:00pm Facebook/Twitter Happy Hour (will post password when it is given)
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesidillas

*Thursday*

::Gordon Biersch - "Thursday Night Live" tonight! Get to Einsteins for great live music and the best patio in town! Show starts at 7pm! $2 off glasses of wine (yep, even the pricey ones) and $5 margaritas, mojitos and martinis.
::Front Page News - 8:30pm - 9:30pm Troy Cono
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Calamari
::Steel Restaurant - $1 Sake Thursday – Come sample Sake and Sushi.
::OTerrills - $5.99 Lunch Special Is French Dip. Our Soup Is Spicy-Italian-Wedding. Makes You Want To Surrender To Amore!

::Noon - Soups-Smoky Tomato & Rst. Butternut Squash; Sammies-Gruyere & Goat Grilled Chz & Pastrami on Rye w/Swiss

*Friday*

::Midtown Atlanta Shop and Dine Week 11.13.09 - 11.22.09 - More information at www.midtownatlantashopanddineweek.com
::Front Page News - 10pm - 11pm Justin- Full Band
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Chipotle Barbeque Chicken Quesidillas

::Noon - Smoky Tomato Soup; Sammies-Gruyere & Goat Grilled Cheese; Grilled Ham & Brie; Sides-Spicy Slaw; Pasta w/SD Tomatoes & Olives

*Saturday*
::Marlow's Tavern - To All The Midtown AUBURN Fans:: We will be watching the game at Marlow's Tavern in Midtown at 7pm! See you there! WAR EAGLE!

::Tijuana Garage - 9pm - 12am Chynna Fox
::Front Page News - 10pm - 2am Block Party Band
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesadillas
::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm
::Piedmont Park - Come to "Operation Boot Camp -FREE Preview Workout " Saturday, November 14 from 8:15 am to 9:30 am

*Sunday*
::Gordon Biersch - NFL Sunday Ticket, $4.95 Appetizers, $1.00 Off Beers, Live Jazz, Bloody Mary Bar
::Marlow's Tavern-Sunday brunch from 10am-3pm. Brunch Buffet is only $14.99 and bottomless Mimosas for $15.
::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Calmari
::The Highlander - Trivia Night! Have a bunch of useless knowledge? Turn that into a bar tab!
::One Midtown Kitchen - Make Sunday a ONEday! Come enjoy a very special menu for only $25!
::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm


*General*

::Midtown Atlanta Shop and Dine Week 11.13.09 - 11.22.09 - More information at http://www.midtownatlantashopanddineweek.com/

::Whole Foods on Ponce - http://twitpic.com/p0mf2 - Sign up now for our next wine-pairing dinner, A Taste of The Holidays, on Tues, Nov 17, 7pm! http://tinyurl.com/9
::Midtown store @fabrikatlanta is looking for fashion addicts for sales positions. Bring your resume in at any GA location.
::Veni Vidi Vici - All Bar Menu Selections $4 Monday- Friday from 4-6:30pm
::Fuego Spanish Grill - $1 Tapas Every Week Night From 4-6pm, $2 Lunch Tacos
::Park Tavern- 1/2 off Sushi 10pm-Midnight Every Week Night
::One Midtown Kitchen - Bottomless Glass of Wine Daily at 5:30pm
::November 20th - Midtown Women of UGA lunch at Noon in Midtown. It is about 1/2 full - don't miss out! http://bit.ly/ZKYlB

Midtown Review: Uncle Julio's Fine Mexican Food

Unfortunately, I wish I had more positive things to say about Uncle Julio's than negatives. Personally, I enjoy a mexican restaurant that doesn't shout neon orange and green colors in your face to advertise it is a mexican restaurant like Uncle Julio's does. I usually enjoy the suttle, authentic, non-tourist mexican finds in the city. This place is located on Peachtree St. near Collier Rd. and you cannot miss it. Uncle Julio's is probably the brightest restaurant on the block. I went for lunch and was positively greeted by everyone including the bartender from behind the bar. This was very refreshing and welcoming. We were seated at a table that was wobbly, and instead of having to deal with the table moving during lunch, our waitress Carol reseated us without us having to complain or stuff napkins underneath one of the legs to even the table. Carol was amazing. She provided incredible service and attendance to our needs. I never had my drink glass or chip basket empty. This is definitely the positive of Uncle Julio's. Their service is astounding with even the manager walking around refilling glasses. I ordered the cheese dip since I personally consider myself to be a cheese dip connesuir. I usually order the white cheese dip as my meal with a couple tortillas for dipping. When the cheese dip came my first thought was thank God I only ordered the cup and not the bowl! The cheese dip (pictured above) looked like velveeta and rotel cheese dip, but tasted worse. It was way to heavy to dip a chip into, let alone a tortilla. I couldn't eat much of it without feeling sick. I ordered the chicken quesadillas lunch special (pictured above). It included fruit on the side as well. The chicken was very well flavored, but still was not the best authentic mexican I have ever had. Seemed like the dishes did just enough to "get by" without providing any special flavors or additions to the dish. The food did not nearly match the incredible service, so I would not recommend this place for Mexican food to anyone visiting Midtown. Uncle Julio's is definitely a "tourist" spot for those who don't know all that Midtown has to offer. Uncle Julio's Fine Mexican Food is just what the name says it is: just Fine.

Midtown Review: Mint Salon

I am not one to get facials every few months, but after noticing the "Hawt on Yelp" special of 50% off facials at select salons, I decided it was the perfect opportunity! After reading the reviews of the different salons offered, I settled on Mint Salon in Midtown. This salon is set at the intersection of 10th Street and Monroe Dr. The Mint Salon is a funky looking salon from the outside with a vibrant beat of Midtown on the inside. It is hip, refreshing, welcoming, and entertaining. The only downside of my experience was having to wait about 5 minutes to be greeted, since the front receptionist was on the phone. But that is a small downside compared to the incredible experience I had. After checking in, I was quickly greeted by a young lady named Ania who did my facial. She made me completely comfortable and relaxed. I didn't feel like I had to "make conversation" throughout the facial as I have some other places when getting services done. She wanted me to relax quietly and use all of my senses to get the full experience of the facial. On top of the facial, Ania also massaged my shoulders and arms while my face rested under a warm towel and exfoliating face mask. After the hour long facial, she did not try to push any products on me or sell me anything I did not need. This is a big positive for me! I do not like when I go somewhere and they push unnecessary products that they think you need. It puts an uncomfortable pressure on me and often keeps me from going back. Ania did not try to sell me anything, and politely gave me her card as I left. My skin is now glowing and is incredibly soft! Ania at Mint Salon definitely did not just give me a facial, but an incredible overall experience as well.

Visit their website http://www.mintsalon.net/ to see all of the services they offer!

In The News: Ra Sushi

*Do it in the raw - Ra Sushi stimulates the senses*

By Katie Kelly Bell

http://www.thesundaypaper.com/More/Archives/tabid/98/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/4661/Do-it-in-the-raw.aspx

Sexy and sleek, accented with loud, pulsating music, Ra Sushi sounds like a club but acts like a restaurant. That’s the point: Come for the scene, stay for the food or come for the food, stay for the scene. The folks at Ra are not apologizing for that. Having a good time, meeting with friends and enjoying some sushi are what Ra is all about.The concept started in 1997 as the brainchild of three Arizona-based friends who wanted to offer sushi lovers a completely different dining experience. Rich Howland, Scott Kilpatrick and Tai Obata wanted to emphasize youth, energy and value (happy hour prices are some of the best in town; more on that later). In 2002, after great success, the current owners created a partnership with Benihana and the concept expanded to 24 locations nationwide. Located just a click off of Peachtree in Midtown’s shiny new 1010 development, Ra is definitely a busy place. During our Tuesday evening visit, the tables were full and the guests kept piling in. Our server told us it’s like this most every night. The main dining room is a lofty, massive space decked out in black and red lacquer with loads of dark woods to trim things out and plump rice bags suspended from the ceiling for dramatic effect. The best seat in the house has to be the al fresco tables just inside the dining room; you get fresh air, great people-watching and the added benefit of still being inside. A mighty bar opens directly onto the street, serving as an indoor/outdoor bar. The patio is expansive and a great place to dine if you prefer a quieter setting. This is no doubt a great late-night scene when the weather is seasonable. For sushi purists, the standard nigiri and sashimi work well enough, but to really let Ra flex its culinary muscles, be sure to order from their signature sushi and sashimi menu. It’s a serious playlist of specialty rolls that merit attention. Even with ingredients such as eel sauce, Kochjan chili ponzu and lotus root, the options are quite user-friendly. One of the most popular (and truly lovely to look at) sashimi plates is the chili ponzu yellowtail. Presented carpaccio style, the fish is peppered with jalapeno, sautéed nuts, cilantro and chili ponzu sauce, along with a heap of daikon radish. It may sound like a lot of fuss, but the dish is really quite refreshing and simple. The Viva Las Vegas roll (another fave) features a tempura-battered roll of kani kama and cream cheese topped with spicy tuna, crab and shaved lotus root. Again with the fuss, but this is a delicious roll, not to mention an enormous one. If uncooked fish just isn't your thing, the dinner menu also offers a range of salads, noodle dishes, beef and chicken teriyaki, and seared ahi tuna. While you’re eagerly sampling everything, be sure to wash some of it down with sake. Ra offers more than a dozen selections worth noting. The sparkling sake, Kizakura “Pure,” is a good place to start. Pair it with the pork gyoza appetizer for a pleasing starter. Appetizers are fairly mainstream. You can’t go wrong with the tempura selections: coconut shrimp, vegetable and calamari. There's also great temptation in the dazzling line-up of signature cocktails. It’s an easy place to order a roll or two of sushi and wash everything down with a fruity, fun Ra Pleasure (vodka, melon, black raspberry, sake and fruit juices on ice). Beer, wine, shooters and dessert drinks round out the offerings. A late-night menu and great happy hour specials (half-off sushi and appetizers, along with drinks under $5) keep the scene buzzing all evening long. Dinner draws from a diverse crowd, but the vibe is distinctly young, hip and urban, and the message is clear: Come for the scene, stay for the food. SP

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Read The Article : Ra Sushi Executive Chef Spices Up The Menu - http://connectextra.com/?p=502

Everything Midtown Week: 11.2.09 - 11.8.09

Here are some of the great specials, daily menus, and events for this week from Monday 11.2.09 to Sunday 11.8.09! I will be updating as the days go on, so keep checking throughout the day for any updates!

(Picture of Front Page News Midtown Patio)


*Tuesday*

::Noon- Smoky Tomato Soup & Tortilla Soup;Grilled Cheese w/Gruyere & Fontal;Sweet Potato Salad;Coleslaw
::Einsteins - Georgia Voters stop in with your "I voted" sticker and have a dessert on Einsteins, 1/2 price bottle wine all day
::Steamhouse Lounge - $1 Beers All Night
::The Highlander - All You Can Eat Crab Legs for $19.95
::Twisted Taco - 1/2 off Quesadillas
::Tijuana Garage - 8:30-10:30pm Team Trivia
::Little Azio - Pastafest! Any pasta $6.99!
::All Metrotainment Cafes- Free Dessert! Wear your Georgia voting sticker to any Metrotainment Cafes property & get a free dessert! Offer good all day! See website for destinations! http://www.metrocafes.com/

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food- Appetizer of The Day: Queso Flameado con Chorizo

*Wednesday*

::TAP 1180 - Industry Night in Midtown! $3 #`s Ale, $3 Jager, $3 Grand Marnier and half off plates at TAP! Soo many beers to choose from and personally recommend getting the grilled cheese!! yummmy!
::Gordon Biersch - $1 off lagers all day! Pair that with a $10 lunch or happy hour!
::Twisted Taco - Karaoke Wednesdays! Buy 1 get 1 FREE appetizers! $4 margaritas!! Eat, Drink, Get Twisted!!
::Steel Restaurant - 5-7pm complementary sushi and signature cocktails
::O'Terrills - Girls' Night Out - $5 Martinis & Cosmopolitans. $2 Soft Tacos.
::Park Tavern- 1/2 off bottles of wine!
::Front Page News - 5:00pm – 8:00pm Facebook/Twitter Happy Hour (password is CRAWFISH) $4 Hump Day well cocktails and BOGO apps <$8.99

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesidillas



*Thursday*

::Gordon Biersch - "Thursday Night Live" tonight! Get to Einsteins for great live music and the best patio in town! Show starts at 7pm! $2 off glasses of wine (yep, even the pricey ones) and $5 margaritas, mojitos and martinis.
::Front Page News - 8:30pm - 9:30pm Justin - Acoustic Jam

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Calamari

::Steel Restaurant - $1 Sake Thursday – Come sample Sake and Sushi.

::Twisted Taco - Halfway to Cinco De Mayo! Come celebrate with 1/2 off food 4-7pm and $4 margaritas!

::Noon - At Noon:Smoky Tomato Soup & Tortilla Soup;Grilled Cheese w/Gruyere & Fontal;Beet Salad w/Fennel & Goat Cheese;Potato Salad w/Bacon

::The Artmore Hotel - Party tonight! We are unveiling our new fire feature! Complimentary cocktails, free valet! Don't miss out!

*Friday*

::Front Page News - 10pm - 12am Hills Rolling

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Chipotle Barbeque Chicken Quesidillas

::Twisted Taco - Ruffus Rescue benefit; save more shelter dogs from euthanization. $10 for drink & raffle ticket and app's. 7-10 pm!

::Noon - Tortilla Soup; Cauliflower Salad w/Raisins & Almonds; Med. Veg. w/Goat Chz; Sammie-Kobe Rst Beef w/Horseradish & Crispy Onions


*Saturday*

::Come to "Operation Boot Camp - Piedmont Park FREE Preview Workout " Saturday, November 7 from 8:15 am to 9:30 am.... http://bit.ly/1M00mV
::High Museaum of Art - FREE ADMISSION for Residents and Students of Fulton County! This Saturday ONLY!
::Tijuana Garage - 9pm - 12am Chynna Fox
::Front Page News - 10pm - 11pm Shark Fighter

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Shrimp Quesadillas
::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm


*Sunday*
::Gordon Biersch - NFL Sunday Ticket, $4.95 Appetizers, $1.00 Off Beers, Live Jazz, Bloody Mary Bar
::Marlow's Tavern-Sunday brunch from 10am-3pm. Brunch Buffet is only $14.99 and bottomless Mimosas for $15.
::Park Tavern - Come to "Barre2Bar" Sunday, November 8 from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Come out and support the Atlanta Ballet Dancers

::Uncle Julio's Mexican Food - Appetizer of The Day: Calmari

::The Highlander - Trivia Night! Have a bunch of useless knowledge? Turn that into a bar tab!

::One Midtown Kitchen - Make Sunday a ONEday! Come enjoy a very special menu for only $25!

::Vickery's - Brunch; $10 All you can eat brunch buffet, $15 Bottomless mimosas or bloodies, $1 Miller High Life; 11am-2:30pm




*General*

::Midtown store @fabrikatlanta is looking for fashion addicts for sales positions. Bring your resume in at any GA location.
::Veni Vidi Vici - All Bar Menu Selections $4 Monday- Friday from 4-6:30pm
::Fuego Spanish Grill - $1 Tapas Every Week Night From 4-6pm, $2 Lunch Tacos
::Park Tavern- 1/2 off Sushi 10pm-Midnight Every Week Night

::Fox Theatre: In The Heights Musical Playing All Week; go to http://www.foxtheatre.org/ for tickets!
::One Midtown Kitchen - Bottomless Glass of Wine Daily at 5:30pm

More updates to come!! Have a great week :)

Living in Midtown

Yes, there are many, many choices of places to live in Atlanta. But I believe I have found one of the best spots with the most incredible views down Peachtree St. (Literally you are looking right down Peachtree St. into the city! It's beautiful!) Since my blog includes living in Midtown, I thought I would share with you these great condos that I found. They are the 1010 Condos on Peachtree St. in the heart of Midtown. Ra Sushi, Rira Irish Pub, Front Page News, Vickery's, Gordon Biersch, Twisted Taco, and Noon are just SOME of the many restaurants and bars that are within ONE BLOCK of the condos! You couldn't be any closer to some of the most happening spots in the city!

More information is at http://www.1010midtown.com/

Midtown Spots For Every Night of The Week

Whether you are looking for some great food, incredible drink selections, great prices, or all of the above, each of these Midtown Atlanta restaurants has something to offer you for EVERY night of the week. Below are some of my FAVORITE restaurants in Midtown along with the specials they have to offer during the week!




*Ra Sushi*
-Drink Specials: $2 Hot Sake, $3 Pabst Blue Ribbon, $4 Chang Lager, $5 Uchi White and
Red Wine, and $6 Chang Lager and Sake

-Food Specials: 1/2 Off Sushi, 1/2 Off Appetizers


*Rira Irish Pub*
-House-brined brisket shows up in several guises, including corned beef and cabbage and
brisket sliders. For a surprisingly tasty (if filling) appetizer, try the crispy corn cakes topped
with pulled brisket and onion gravy. Fish and chips consist of a huge hunk of haddock dipped
in a tempura-like beer batter and fried to a golden crunch, served with crispy baton-shaped
fries and tangy tarter or spicy rémoulade sauce. Other offerings range from burgers,
sandwiches and wings to stuffed trout and a bacon-wrapped filet. The customary Irish
breakfast is served all day, and the late menu includes beer-battered bangers, sort of an
Irish version of a corn dog, with Guinness mustard sauce. (http://www.accessatlanta.com/atlanta-restaurants-food/r-iacute-r-irish-108430.html)


*Front Page News*
-Beautiful outside patio, great atmosphere, great place to get a pitcher of beer and chill with
friends!
-Every Wednesday they will have a Twitter/Facebook Happy Hour Deal. If you say the
correct password you can get deals such as $3 Drafts, $5 Cocktails, 1/2 Price Bottles of Wine,
or Buy One Get One Free Appetizers. I will post the password each week on my blog so stay
tuned! :)

*Marlow's Tavern*
-Great place to get a drink after work and always a crowd at Happy Hour!
-Great food including the Marlow's version of grilled cheese and tomato soup --> w/ fontina,
provolone, and roasted tomato dip!

*Noon*
-This is a fantastic little lunch place in Midtown!
-Example of a day's lunch includes Smoky Tomato Soup & Cauliflower Soup; Grilled Cheese
w/ Bel Paese & Fontal; Sweet Potato Salad; Coleslaw

*Gordon Biersch*
-Happy Hour: $4.95 Appetizers Until 7 pm
-Wednesdays: $1 off Lagers
-Thursdays: $5 Martinis, Mojitos, and Margaritas, $2 off Glasses of Wine
-NFL Sunday Ticket, $4.95 Appetizers, $1.00 Off Beers, Live Jazz, Brunch and Bloody Mary
Bar

*Twisted Taco*
-Mojito Mondays! $2.00 Twisted brew pints! .50 cent wings! $4.00 peroni pints! $6.00
Bacardi mojitos!
-Every day between 4 & 7 is Half Off Happy Hour...All food is 1/2 price!
-Always $2 Twisted Brews & $4 margaritas
-If it's raining, $2 drafts!!!
-Saturday: Absolut Happy Hour. All Absolute Drinks, shots and bombs $4 after midnight.

*Einsteins*
-This is not your morning bagel place. This place has some of the best food including blackened
rainbow trout with spinach and parmesan grits, green beans and caramelized onions, red
pepper aoli!
-Monday: $14 Mojito pitchers all day
-Tuesday: 1/2 price bottle wine all day
-Thursday: "Thursday Night Live" $5 Pinnacle Martinis and $3 Yeungling pints!
-Saturday and Sunday Brunch: Menu Includes King Crab Leg Benedict

*Park Tavern*
-This is a beautiful place to get a bite to eat, especially if you want great views of Piedmont
Park!
-My favorite special that they have is called "When It Rains, We Pour" with $1 Drafts
-Wednesday: 1/2 off bottles of wine all night long
-1/2 off sushi from 10pm-Midnight!


These are just a few of the many INCREDIBLE restaurants in Midtown Atlanta. And what's best is that all these places are just a few blocks from each other! Midtown really is an incredible and vibrant part of Atlanta!

More Midtown restaurant, shopping, job openings, specials, reviews, and events to come!!!

Everything Midtown Atlanta: Intro

Wow, I can't believe I am starting a blog about my Midtown Atlanta experience, recommendations, and reviews. I never considered myself to be one of those "blog types" but with the overwhelming response from my Twitter account @MidtownMile , I decided this might be my next step. I recently graduated from Auburn University and got my first job in Midtown Atlanta at a real estate developer. While working in Midtown, I was exposed to the incredible events, food, and experience that Midtown has to offer. I decided to start a Twitter account for Midtown since I could not find one that focused only on the Midtown area's events and specials. It began as simply busy work, but as more people began to follow and found my information useful, I began to place more importance on it. I have learned so much in the few months that I have been on Twitter about the incredible uses of social media and what it can offer so many people. I hope this blog can be a continuation of @MidtownMile and will encourage everyone to come experience what Midtown Atlanta has to offer you. I encourage feedback about any restaurants, bars, or events that you want to hear more about, and any personal recommendations you can give to me since I have never blogged before! Looking forward to hearing from you!