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Best of Peachtree Corners Readers’ Choice Awards 2023

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Our readers have spoken! Here are the results of this year’s “Best of Peachtree Corners” survey.

More than 2,300 of our readers and social media friends shared their opinions to help us compile this list of area favorites.

Thank you to all our voters, and congratulations to all the chosen businesses and organizations.

Best Mexican Food

#1. Taqueria Tsunami

Taqueria Tsunami takes the best flavors from the Far East and South of the Border to dish up a variety of hand-crafted, fusion tacos, salads, appetizers and cocktails, in a fun, contemporary atmosphere. Dedicated to helping out victims of tsunamis and natural disasters, a portion of sales from top selling tacos are donated to the Georgia Red Cross.

5160 Town Center Blvd.

taqueriatsunami.com

@TaqueriaTsunami, 678-310-1079

#2. La Parrilla

5131 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 1005

laparrilla.com

@LaParrillaMexicanRestaurant, 770-242-0766

#3. Taqueria Del Mar

5075 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 105A

taqueriadelmar.com

@TaqueriadelMar, 770-696-4582

#3. Kiko’s

3435 Medlock Bridge Rd.

kikosmexican.com

770-441-1818

Best Tacos

#1. Taqueria Del Mar

Taqueria del Mar is a fast casual grill and bar featuring affordable Southwestern cuisine with handcrafted margaritas, cocktails, beer and wine. Sustainability is important to this restaurant, as it uses recycled and reclaimed supplies, fixtures and equipment. The entire restaurant interior was built using recycled and reclaimed wood.

5075 Suite 105A Peachtree Pkwy.

taqueriadelmar.com

@TaqueriadelMar, 770-696-4582

#2. Taqueria Tsunami

Taqueria Tsunami
Taqueria Tsunami

5160 Town Center Blvd.

taqueriatsunami.com

@TaqueriaTsunami, 678-310-1079

#3. Kiko’s

3435 Medlock Bridge Rd.

kikosmexican.com

770-441-1818

#3. Jimmy’s Tequila and Carnes

6365 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Doraville

jimmystequila.com

@JimmysTequila, 470-359-2884

Best Place for a Business Lunch

#1. Marlow’s Tavern

Marlows Tavern
Marlow’s Tavern

Marlow’s Tavern features the “Best of the Best” in American tavern fare served in a modern atmosphere. A neighborhood feel is accomplished with an open kitchen that invites diners to watch chefs at work, communal tables and large cozy booths.

5210 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 260

marlowstavern.com

@MarlowsTavern, 470-550-1197

#2. Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar

5224 Peachtree Pkwy.

lazydogrestaurants.com

@LazyDogRestaurants, 470-735-4501

#3. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

5215 Town Center Blvd.

firebirdsrestaurants.com

@FirebirdsGrill, 770-225-4662

Best Barbecue

#1. ‘cue Barbecue

‘Cue has only one philosophy: Make everything from scratch and make it yummy, fill the restaurant with good fun people to serve you, change up the menu utilizing locally grown fruits and vegetables and bring in some unique beers and inspiring wines so that each day is a new day. Wait, maybe that’s more like five philosophies.

5260 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Norcross

cuebarbecue.com

470-299-5117

#2. Moe’s Original BBQ

5005 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 810

moesoriginalbbq.com

@MobPeachtreeCorners, 770-696-2931

#3. Shane’s Rib Shack

5770 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Ste. 111

shanesribshack.com

@ShanesRibShack, 770-416-6606

#3. JR’s Log House Restaurant

6601 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.

jrsloghouse.com

770-449-6426

Best Breakfast

#1. Flying Biscuit Cafe

Famous for their grits and biscuits, Flying Biscuit Café bakes almost 5,000 biscuits per week at each location. Focused on a Southern-inspired menu of comfort food made with fresh ingredients, guests come to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the day.

5270 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 120

flyingbiscuit.com

Flying Biscuit Cafe
Flying Biscuit Cafe

@FlyingBiscuitCafe, 770-407-5885

#2. First Watch

5230 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 110

firstwatch.com

@FirstWatch, 470-781-9190

#3. JR’S Log House

6601 Peachtree Industrial Blvd.

jrsloghouse.com

770-449-6426

Best Brewery

#1. Anderby Brewing

Anderby Brewing
Anderby Brewing

Founded in 2019 as a brewery, Anderby has just added ‘Distilling’ to their name. They use care and detailed techniques with their line of lagers, traditional beers and now whiskies, bourbons and rums. Driven by an intense desire to create something different, some may say they’re curiously different.

Editor’s Note: as of July 3rd Anderby Brewing is permanently closed.

110 Technology Pkwy., Ste. 200

anderbybrewing.com

@AnderbyBrewing, 770-559-7550

#2. Kettlerock Brewing

6025 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 1

kettlerockbrewing.com

@KettlerockBrewing, 678-615-2600

#3. Social Fox

20 Skin Alley, Norcross

socialfoxbrewing.com

@SocialFoxBrewing, 470-359-4109

Best Burgers

#1. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

Firebirds is an American restaurant and steakhouse known for their scratch kitchen, bold flavors and inviting atmosphere. Diners enjoy authentic wood-fired steak and seafood entrées, bold flavors, especially cocktails and select wines in a polished-casual atmosphere.

5215 Town Center Blvd.

firebirdsrestaurants.com

@FirebirdsGrill, 770-225-4662

#2. Ted’s Montana Grill

5165 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 205

tedsmontanagrill.com

@TedsMontanaGrill, 678-405-0305

#3. J Alexander’s

5245 Peachtree Pkwy.

jalexanders.com

770-263-9755

#3. Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar

5224 Peachtree Pkwy.

lazydogrestaurants.com

@LazyDogRestaurants, 470-735-4501

Best Chinese Food

#1. Lon U

The menu at Lon U is full of unique and flavorful Asian dishes, from classic favorites to more adventurous options. No matter what you’re in the mood for, you won’t be disappointed.

5005 Peachtree Pkwy.

lonunorcross.com

770-441-0200

#2. New Dragon

5450 Peachtree Pkwy.

newdragonpeachtreecorners.com

770-558-4262

#3. Panda Express

3200 Holcomb Bridge Rd.

pandaexpress.com

@officialpandaexpress, 678-969-0028

Best Boba Tea

#1. Gong Cha

Gong Cha is one of the most recognized bubble tea brands around the world. Known for quality tea and service, Gong Cha offers a variety of tea, iced smoothies, coffee and creative mixed beverage options.

5210 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 220

gongchausa.com

@GongChaTea, 770-417-8223

#2. Peachy Corners Cafe

6367 Spalding Dr.

peachycornerscafe.com

Peachy Corners Cafe
Peachy Corners Cafe

@Peachy_Corners_Cafe, 678-691-0547

#3. Unbelibubble

5270 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 118-A

unbelibubble.com

@UnbelibubbleTea, 770-864-1775

Best Desserts / Ice Cream

#1. Beard Papa’s

A premier bakery that originated in Japan in 1999, Beard Papa’s serves up the world’s best cream puffs in Metro Atlanta. It’s an ideal spot for an afternoon pick-me-up for a cream puff and coffee while shopping or on the way home for dessert. They’re committed to bringing a smile and Japanese oishii! (delicious!) to the world.

5215 Town Center Blvd.

beardpapas.com

@BeardPapas, 770-807-0564

#2. Tiff’s Treats Cookie

5230 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 130

cookiedelivery.com

@TiffsTreats, 470-387-1200

#3. Peterbrooke Chocolatier

5135 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 930

peterbrooke.com

@PeterbrookeChocolatier, 770-817-8118

#3. Kremo Ice Cream

5200 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 240

Kremoicecream.a-zcompanies.com

@KremoPeachtreeCorners, 808-222-2963

Best Sushi

#1. Sushi Osawa

On the frontier of Japanese restaurants, Sushi Osawa presents unique and wonderful cuisine created from the finest ingredients. Serving the freshest seafood, meat and produce in a fun and friendly atmosphere, it’s a one of a kind experience that inspires guests to return again and again.

5270 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 119

sushiosawa.online

678-691-3034

#2. Sushi Mito

6470 Spalding Dr.

sushimito.com

@Sushi_Mito, 770-734-0398

#3. Aomi Japanese Restaurant

5145 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 470A

aomijapanese.com

770-840-8710

Best Ramen

#1. Sushi Osawa

5270 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 119

sushiosawa.online

678-691-3034

#2. Aomi Japanese Restaurant

5145 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 470A

aomijapanese.com

770-840-8710

#3. Jinbei West

5170 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 410

jinbeiwest.com

678-587-5323

Best Latin Food

#1. Mojitos Cuban American Bistro

Mojitos is a family-owned and operated Cuban American restaurant that boasts over 15 years serving the Metro Atlanta area. It features the finest mojito cocktails and authentic family recipes passed down from generation to generation. With live music and dancing on the weekends, you’ll feel like a guest in their home while having a memorable dining experience.

5165 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 630

mojitosbistro.com

@MojitoSatl, 770-686-3254

#2. Tortugas Cuban Grill

3466 Holcomb Bridge Rd. NW, Ste. AA

tortugascubangrill.com

@TortugasCuban, 470-275-5599

#3. Latin Fresh

4941 S. Old Peachtree Rd.

latinfreshgroup.com

@LatinFreshGroup, 470-861-7786

Best Thai Food

#1. Royal Bistro

Royal Bistro is a vibrant and enchanting restaurant that invites diners to embark on a culinary journey through the flavors of Thailand. It showcases a wide array of delectable dishes that capture the essence of Thai cuisine. From aromatic curries to zesty stir-fries, each dish is expertly prepared using the finest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques.

6365 Spalding Dr., Ste. A

royal-bistro.com

678-404-7733

#2. Thai Star

5370 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Chamblee

thaistarmenu.com

770-326-9991

#3. L’thai Organic Cuisine and Wine Bar

5450 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 7-D

lethai.com

770-807-7684

Best Outdoor Dining

#1. Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar

Lazy Dog is a cherished creation born out of a multigenerational passion for hospitality and a deep appreciation for that authentic small-town mountain feeling. Through handcrafted meals made with love, carefully sourced ingredients, and a seasonal menu that pays homage to nature’s bounty, Lazy Dog aims to be your home away from home.

5224 Peachtree Pkwy.

lazydogrestaurants.com

@LazyDogRestaurants, 470-735-4501

#2. Pêche Modern Coastal

5155 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 320

pecheforum.com

@PecheModernCoastal, 770-674-1098

#3. Fire & Stone Italian Pizza Kitchen

5215 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 610

fireandstonekitchen.com

@FireandStoneKitchen, 470-219-5100

#3. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

5215 Town Center Blvd.

firebirdsrestaurants.com

@FirebirdsGrill, 770-225-4662

Best Pizza

#1. Fire & Stone Italian Pizza Kitchen

Fire & Stone serves Neapolitan and New York style pizzas made with the freshest premium ingredients and prepared at 800º in custom-built wood fired ovens. Their dough is made fresh in-house every day, and they use only the finest cheese and toppings to make sure they’re serving up the best pizza.

5215 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 610

fireandstonekitchen.com

@FireandStoneKitchen, 470-219-5100

#2. Dagwoods

7746 Spalding Dr., Sandy Springs

dagwoodspizza.com

770-441-7773

#3. California Pizza Kitchen

5175 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 1400

cpk.com

770-971-7950

#3. Marco’s

5270 Peachtree Pkwy.

marcos.com

770-840-9991

Best Seafood

#1. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

5215 Town Center Blvd.

firebirdsrestaurants.com

@FirebirdsGrill, 770-225-4662

#2. Pêche Modern Coastal

5155 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 320

pecheforum.com

@PecheModernCoastal, 770-674-1098

#3. Stäge

5260 Peachtree Pkwy.

stagepeachtreecorners.com

@StagePeachtreeCorners, 770-680-2728

Best Vegetarian Food

#1. Loving Hut

Loving Hut is one of the largest and fastest growing family vegan restaurants in the world with over 200 locations in 35 countries. They serve delicious plant-based meals using only natural and healthy ingredients as they work to respect and protect the planet through sustainable practices.

6385 Spalding Dr., Ste. E

lovinghut.us

@LHVeganBanhmi, 678-421-9191

#2. Clean Eatz

3975 Holcomb Bridge Rd.

cleaneatz.com

@CleanEatzPeachtreeCornersGA, 678-833-5353

#3. Cava

5150 Peachtree Pkwy.

cava.com

@Cava, 470-740-5432

Best Local Venue for Private Parties

#1. Anderby Brewing

110 Technology Pkwy., Ste. 200

anderbybrewing.com

@AnderbyBrewing, 770-559-7550

#2. Kettlerock Brewing

6025 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 1

kettlerockbrewing.com

@KettlerockBrewing, 678-615-2600

#3. Atlanta Marriott Peachtree Corners

475 Technology Pkwy.

marriott.com

770-263-8558

#3. Atlanta Tech Park

107 Technology Pkwy.

atlantatechpark.com

@AtlantaTechPark, 470-482-1800

Best Wings

#1. Three Dollar Café 

One of the top 25 restaurants in Atlanta since 1994, Three Dollar Café is known for the best chicken wings in Georgia, a wide selection of cold beer, delicious food and many screens to watch your favorite games. It’s a great choice for fun, family sports and food.

6050 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 100

threedollarcafe.com

@ThreeDollarCafeATL, 770-441-8520

#2. Wings 101

6135 Peachtree Pkwy.

wings101.square.site

678-691-5199

#3. Jolene’s Wings & Beer

5224 Peachtree Pkwy.

jolenes.com

@JolenesWings, 470-735-4501

Best Barbershop

#1. Boardroom Salon for Men

The Boardroom Salon strives to make real connections and positively impact the lives of anyone that walks through the doors. From their signature service, The Benchmark, to a variety of cuts and shaves, it offers real transformation. They invite customers to grab a cold one, have a seat and get comfortable.

5210 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 230

boardroomstylinglounge.com

@TheBoardroomStylingLounge, 470-319-9001

#2. Patrick’s Executive Grooming Salon for Men

5575 Peachtree Pkwy.

pegsm.com

240-350-8547

#3. Sport Clips

5275 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 104

haircutmenpeachtreecityga.com

678-291-0707

#3. Yany’s Hair Salon

5450 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 1C

yanyshair.com

770-729-1767

Best MedSpa

#1. Suburban Med Spa

A comprehensive beauty and wellness center offering a wide range of aesthetic treatments and services. Their skilled team of professionals specializes in non-surgical procedures, including laser treatments, injectables, and body contouring, to help clients achieve their desired cosmetic goals.

4989 Peachtree Pkwy.

suburbanmedspa.com

678-282-0051

#2. Dermani Medspa

5165 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 230

dermanimedspa.com

@DemaniMedspa_PeachtreeCorners, 404-383-1108

#3. Massage Envy

5270 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 109B

massageenvy.com

770-300-0033

Best Facial Spa

#1. Dermani Medspa

Dermani is an esteemed medical spa that provides a variety of advanced cosmetic treatments and services. Their dedicated team of experts offers a wide range of procedures all aimed at helping clients enhance their appearance and boost their confidence.

5165 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 230

dermanimedspa.com

@DemaniMedspa_PeachtreeCorners, 404-383-1108

#2. Suburban Medical Spa

4989 Peachtree Pkwy.

suburbanmedspa.com

678-282-0051

#3. Massage Envy

5270 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 109B

massageenvy.com

770-300-0033

Best Workout Place

#1. Burn Boot Camp

Burn Boot Camp offers challenging and encouraging workouts with elite certified personal trainers who will push you to your limits and completely transform your life. You’ll get all the benefits of personal training in an exciting and encouraging group setting.

5450 Peachtree Pkwy.

burnbootcamp.com

470-403-2876

#2. Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA

5600 W. Jones Bridge Rd.

ymcaatlanta.org

770-246-9622

#3. Orangetheory Fitness

5270 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 105

orangetheory.com

678-786-4100

Best Nail Salon

#1. Urban Nail Salon

Whether you’re looking for routine nail care or special events, Urban Nail Salon will surely make you feel pampered with its excellent services and premium quality products.

5270 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 112

urbannailsalon.com 

678-292-6307

#2. Tipsy Nail and Salon Bar

5230 Town Center Blvd., Ste.120

tipsypeachtreecorners.com

770-837-2130

#3. Luxury Nails at The Forum

4880 Peachtree Corners Cir., Ste. 1115

luxurynailsattheforum.com

770-687-2258

Best Hair Salon

#1. Van Michael Salon

Brothers Michael and Van Council launched Van Michael in 1984 with the goal to raise the bar in the beauty industry and elevate hairdressing as a valued professional career. At Van Michael, clients receive tailored attention at every point of contact.

5165 Peachtree Pkwy.

vanmichael.com

@VanMichaelSalon, 678-987-3600

#2. Frost Salon

5075 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 103

frost.salon

@Frost.Salon, 770-680-4549

#3. Yany’s Hair Salon

5450 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 1C

yanyshair.com

770-729-1767

Best Yoga/Pilates Studio

#1. Sun Dragon Yoga

Sun Dragon is a yoga studio that offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for practitioners of all levels. They provide a variety of yoga classes and workshops to support individuals on their yoga journey and promote a balanced and harmonious lifestyle.

5600 Spalding Dr., Sandy Springs

sundragonyoga.com

313-303-0096

#2. Sunny Street Yoga

6375 Spalding Dr., Ste. E

sunnystreetyoga.com

@SunnyStreetYoga, 470-641-3021

#3. Teesha Yoga

5375 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 105

teeshayoga.com

@Teesha_Yoga, 470-597-0167

Best Animal Hospital / Veterinarian

#1. Spalding Animal Hospital

Spalding Animal Hospital provides the highest level of care, compassion and commitment to the health and well-being of your furry family members, from juvenile to geriatric. Every member of their highly trained team of professionals strives to maintain your pet’s health and family’s best interests.

105 Technology Pkwy.

spaldinganimalhospital.com

770-558-4347

#2. Peachtree Corners Animal Clinic

4020 Holcomb Bridge Rd.

animal-dr.com

770-448-0700

#3. Peach Paws Animal Hospital

5075 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 101

peachpawsvet.com

770-726-8725

#3. Medlock Bridge Animal Hospital

5155 S Old Peachtree Rd.

medlockbridgevet.com

770-242-9272

Best Pet Boarding

#1. PetSuites Norcross

At PetSuites, they speak pet. The trusted team of Pet Pros delivers personalized service in fun, convenient and modern spaces. Pets can’t actually give the thumbs up (no thumbs and all), but if they could they’d be way up. 

6865 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross

norcross.petsuitesofamerica.com

@PetSuitesAtlantaNorcross, 678-293-8125

#2. Camp Woof of Norcross

6000 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Ste. A1, Norcross

campwoof.com

770-558-6100

#3. Peachtree Corners Animal Clinic

4020 Holcomb Bridge Rd.

animal-dr.com

770-448-0700

Best Pet Groomer

#1. Pampered Paws

Focusing on providing exceptional grooming services for pets, Pampered Paws offers professional pet grooming services, ensuring that pets look and feel their best. With their expertise and care, they help pets maintain a clean and well-groomed appearance.

5075 Peachtree Pkwy., Ste. 106

alliespaws.com

770-685-1234

#2. PetSmart

6050 Peachtree Pkwy.

petsmart.com

@PetSmart, 770-300-0926

#3. Medlock Bridge Grooming

5155 S Old Peachtree Rd.

medlockbridgevet.com

770-447-5100

#3. Peachtree Corners Animal Clinic

4020 Holcomb Bridge Rd.

animal-dr.com

770-448-0700

Best Dental Practice

#1. Innovative Smiles

Innovative Smiles is a trusted dental practice that provides a wide range of oral care services. Their experienced team of dentists offers comprehensive dental treatments, with a commitment to delivering personalized and high-quality dental care to their patients.

5185 Peachtree Pkwy., Bldg. 1200, Ste. 201

gwinnettdentist.com

770-637-7672

#2. Linked Dental

6270 Smithpointe Dr.

linkdentalcare.com

@LinkDentalCare, 770-448-1977

#3. Greater Dental Health

5210 Town Center Blvd., Ste. 310

greaterdentalhealth.com

@GreaterDentalHealth, 470-508-0044

Best Day Care

#1. The Goddard School of Peachtree Corners

More than a warm and nurturing place, more than a great education for your child, The Goddard School is peace of mind. They work to positively impact their students, faculty and community for years to come by creating great experiences that help grow students academically, socially and cognitively.

5055 Peachtree Pkwy.

goddardschool.com

@Goddard_School, 770-446-7939

#2. Primrose School of Peachtree Corners

6325 Primrose Hill Ct.

primroseschools.com

@PrimroseSchools, 770-409-8732

#3. Sunshine House of Peachtree Corners

5470 Spalding Dr.

sunshinehouse.com

@SunshineHouseCenters, 770-840-7404

Best Real Estate Agent

#1. Kelly Kim

Kelly Kim is a leading real estate agent who prioritizes excellence and provides comprehensive services backed by advanced technology market expertise. Her local leadership ensures successful outcomes for clients in achieving their buying and selling goals.

ansleyre.com/site/kellykim

678-464-4929

#2. Terri Hayes

4249 Allenhurst Dr.

exechomesales.com

770-248-0770

#3. Alan Kaplan

sothebysrealty.com/eng/associate/180-a-913-4043698/alan-kaplan

404-909-6000

Best HVAC Service

#1. Spencer Heating & Air Conditioning

With over 30 years of experience, this locally owned company specializes in the installation, servicing and maintenance of heating and cooling systems for residential and commercial clients in northeast-metro Atlanta. They take pride in offering exceptional customer service, ensuring prompt and reliable repairs.

4708 S Old Peachtree Rd., Bldg. 200A

spencerair.com

770-447-5289

#2. Premier HVAC Mechanical Corporation

6669 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Ste. N

premierhvaccorp.com

770-696-4189

#3. Bardi Heating, Cooling, Plumbing

2100 Norcross Pkwy., Ste. 100, Norcross

bardi.com

@Call_Bardi, 470-577-7933

Best Home Remodeler

#1. EV Remodeling

EV is a professional remodeling company that offers a wide range of services for residential and commercial properties with expertise in home renovations, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, flooring, painting and more. They strive to deliver high-quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer satisfaction.

3906 Morris Ct.

evremodelinginc.com

678-822-7573

#2. Romero’s Quality Construction

10580 Worthington Hills Manor, Roswell

romerosconstructionllc.com

404-551-9141

#3. Southland Development Services

southlanddevelopmentservices.com

770-560-3012

Best Private School (K-8)

#1. Cornerstone Christian Academy

Cornerstone is a school that provides a Christ-centered education for students from preschool through middle school, emphasizing academic excellence, spiritual development and the nurturing of character. They offer a supportive and enriching educational environment for students to thrive.

5295 Triangle Pkwy. NW

cornerstonecougars.org 

@CornerstoneCougars, 770-441-9222

#2. International Charter Academy of Georgia

3705 Engineering Dr.

internationalcharteracademy.org

@InternationalCharterAcademyGA, 770-604-0007

#3. Notre Dame Academy

4635 River Green Pkwy., Duluth

ndacademy.org

@NDAcademyGA, 678-387-9385

Best Private School (K-12)

#1. Wesleyan School

A renowned educational institution committed to cultivating the minds, hearts and spirits of students from kindergarten through high school, Wesleyan has a focus on academic excellence, character development and spiritual growth. They provide a nurturing and engaging environment where students can flourish and reach their full potential.

5405 Spalding Dr.

wesleyanschool.org

@WesleyanInsta, 770-448-7640

#2. Greater Atlanta Christian School

1575 Indian Trail Rd., Norcross

greateratlantachristian.org 

@GACSpartans, 770-243-2000

#3. Notre Dame Academy

4635 River Green Pkwy., Duluth

ndacademy.org

@NDAcademyGA, 678-387-9385

Best Youth Summer Camp

#1. Greater Atlanta Christian Summer Camps

Greater Atlanta Christian provides a great summer experience where kids can enjoy a balanced blend of play, learning and socializing in a safe and nurturing environment. With over 30 enriching programs covering athletics, arts, academics and fun, campers have the chance to make new friends, explore talents and create lasting memories.

1575 Indian Trail Rd., Norcross

greateratlantachristian.org 

@GACSpartans, 770-243-2000

#2. Wesleyan School Summer Camps

5405 Spalding Dr.

wesleyanschool.org

@WesleyanInsta, 770-448-7640

#3. Club SciKidz

atlanta.clubscikidz.com

@ClubScikidzCamp

Best Summer Camp (Kids Under 10)

#1. Wesleyan School Summer Camps

For over 25 years, Wesleyan Summer Camps have made summer fun for all children. Camps range from arts to athletics, STEM to life skills, with morning, afternoon and full day programming for both day camps and specialty camps.

5405 Spalding Dr.

wesleyanschool.org

@WesleyanInsta, 770-448-7640

#2. Club SciKidz

atlanta.clubscikidz.com

@ClubScikidzCamp

#3. Greater Atlanta Christian Summer Camps

1575 Indian Trail Rd., Norcross

greateratlantachristian.org 

@GASSpartans, 770-243-2000

Best Museum to Visit in Metro Atlanta

#1. High Museum of Art

Designed to meet audiences at the intersection of culture and community, this art museum is inspiring visitors in exciting ways. The High invites visitors to use the museum as a place to discover new ideas, meet old friends and make new ones. Every visit is as unique as every visitor.

1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta

high.org

@HighMuseumofArt, 404-733-4400

#2. Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center

2020 Clean Water Dr., Buford

@GwinnettGov, 770-904-3500

#3. Fernbank Museum

767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta

fernbankmuseum.org

@FernbankMuseum, 404-929-6300

Best Theatre Venue in and Around Gwinnett County

#1. Aurora Theatre

Aurora Theatre is a thriving cultural hub that fosters a sense of belonging through its diverse shows and programming. This theater offers a wide range of theatrical productions, concerts, comedy shows, children’s programs and community events, all housed in a world-class facility.

128 East Pike St., Lawrenceville

auroratheatre.com

@Aurora.Theatre, 678-226-6222

#2. Gas South Theatre

6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Duluth

gassouthdistrict.com

@GasSouthDistrict, 770-813-7500

#3. Lionheart Theatre Company

10 College St., Norcross

lionhearttheatre.org

@Lionheart.theatre, 404-919-4022

Best Local Hotel for Out of Town Guests

#1. Atlanta Marriott Peachtree Corners

Experience genuine Southern hospitality at this hotel, conveniently located in Peachtree Corners. Enjoy the comfort of well-appointed rooms, on-site dining and more great amenities. With easy access to nearby attractions, this is the idea destination to unwind and explore without the hassle of city traffic.

475 Technology Pkwy.

marriott.com

770-263-8558

#2. Hyatt Place Atlanta/Norcross/Peachtree

5600 Peachtree Pkwy.

hyatt.com

770-416-7655

#3. Crowne Plaza Atlanta NE — Norcross

6050 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. NW

ihg.com

770-448-4400

Best Place to Work (over 50 employees)

#1. Foresite Group

Foresite is a dynamic engineering, planning, design and consulting firm that collaboratively serves public and private sector clients nationwide. With a strong foundation built on core values, they prioritize client success, excellent service, dedicated professionals and a culture that fosters creativity and growth opportunities.

3740 Davinci Ct., Ste. 100

foresitegroup.net

@ForesiteGroup, 770-368-1399

#2. Siemens

3617 Parkway Ln.

siemens.com

@Siemens, 770-326-2000

#3. Intuitive Surgical

5655 Spalding Dr.

intuitive.com

@IntuitiveSurgical, 408-523-2100

#4. Brightree

125 Technology Pkwy.

brightree.com

678-243-1800

#5. Pond & Company

3500 Parkway Ln., Ste. 500

pondco.com

@PondThrives, 677-336-7740

#6. Wesleyan School

5405 Spalding Dr.

wesleyanschool.org

@WesleyanInsta, 770-448-7640

#7. Immucor

3130 Gateway Dr., PO Box 5626

immucor.com

@Immucor_Official, 770-441-2051

Most Desired Features and Attractions as Preferred by Locals and Visitors

#1. A community arts and culture center

#2. Immersive entertainment, like BeltLine’s Illuminarium, Sandbox VR or Chicken & Pickle

#3. A satellite college campus, like Georgia Tech

#4. A major pickleball center

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Greek Film Expo Brings Acclaimed Features and Short Films to Atlanta

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The 9th annual Atlanta Greek Film Expo will showcase five critically acclaimed Greek feature films (all with English subtitles) and four short films on October 25–27 at the iconic Tara Theatre on Cheshire Bridge Road.

With the goal of elevating and promoting Hellenic (Greek) culture and arts in Atlanta, the annual expo showcases some of the most dynamic, innovative and highly acclaimed films from Greece and Cypress.

One of the films showing at this year’s event, Murderess, is Greece’s submission for Best International Feature Film at the 97th Annual Academy Awards (which will air in 2025).

Free parking will be available at the venue each day of the expo. And the three-day event concludes with an open-to-the-public, celebratory closing reception at the Hellenic Center, located at 2500 Clairmont Road, NE.

Atlanta Greek Film Expo Schedule

Friday, October 25, 7 pm — Little Things That Went Wrong 

This comedic drama is a clever and touching exploration of fatherhood, failure and redemption.

Saturday, October 26, 4 pm — Mary, Marianna, Maria

A documentary which chronicles the early years of Maria Callas in Greece, offering a rare and insightful look into her formative years.

Saturday, October 26, 7 pm — Murderess

This year’s Oscar entry for Greece offers a dark portrayal of moral and existential dilemmas, staying true to the literary masterpiece by Alexandros Papadiamantis.

Sunday, October 27, 2 pm — Guest Star

A satirical and engaging film that explores themes of fame, personal identity and the often absurd nature of public personas.

Sunday, October 27, 5 pm — The Last Taxi Driver

A gripping drama that delves into obsession, unfulfilled dreams and the hidden turmoil beneath a seemingly ordinary life.

Sunday, October 27, 7:30 pm — IT’S A WRAP Closing Reception

Eat, drink and celebrate in Greek style at the beautiful Hellenic Center!

Tickets and information

Ticket prices range from $10-$25 for the films and $45 for the closing reception. Special VIP and Film Lover packages are also available.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit atlantagreekfilm.org.

If you have questions about the event, email atlantagreekfilm@gmail.com

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Local Artist Represented by Fay Gold Gallery at Upcoming Atlanta Art Fair

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Local artist and Peachtree Corners resident, Amy Rader, will be part of the first-ever Atlanta Art Fair, being held at Pullman Yards October 3–6. The fair will feature local galleries, artists and curators alongside a variety of national programs and a dynamic series of public art projects and events presented at locations around town.

Painting Hawk Interior by Amy Rader
Black Hawk by Amy Rader, courtesy of the artist

Aimed at amplifying local voices and acting as a platform for the city’s incredible creativity, the Atlanta Art Fair — the first major art fair of its kind in the city — will showcase a wide range of artistic styles and genres, including contemporary work, paintings, photography, live performances and innovative projects.

Represented by the esteemed Fay Gold Gallery, Rader will have several pieces on show at the Fay Gold Booth E07, something the artist is thrilled about, as her connection to Gold spans three decades.

“In 1993, while still in high school, I attended a summer arts program at Lagrange College,” Rader recalled. “We took a field trip to visit the top gallery in Atlanta — the Fay Gold Gallery. I stood in awe of the marvelous pieces on display … [Later] after years working with ad agencies for Fortune 500 clients, I was ready to leave my career in graphic design to pursue art full time. Showing my work at a gallery in Buckhead introduced me to Fay Gold 29 years after that visit in 1993. It was a full circle moment.”

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Fay Gold and Amy Rader, photo courtesy of Amy Rader

A local legend

An Atlanta art legend, Fay Gold is best known for her groundbreaking exhibitions of artists such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Cindy Sherman, Keith Haring, Andres Serrano and Robert Mapplethorpe.

She curated the formative years of Elton John’s personal art collection and raised $750,000 for the Elton John Aids Foundation by creating and chairing two art auctions for the organization. Over the years, she’s also worked with corporate clients and has received dozens of awards for her many contributions to the Atlanta art scene.

Fay Gold represented Rader’s work in a successful art show in 2022 followed by an art auction in 2023 and now at the Atlanta Art Fair in 2024.

Painting by Amy Rader
Dolly by Amy Rader, courtesy of the artist

A lifelong love of art

In love with art from an early age, Rader was encouraged by a high school teacher to apply to art school, which she did, receiving a scholarship from the Art Institute of Atlanta and graduating from the (now-closed) art school with the Best Portfolio Award. For the past 25+ years Rader has worked within the design and art fields, building an impressive body of work, with a particular focus on creating traditional art and large-scale pieces for hospitality spaces.

Her work can be seen in galleries, private collections, luxury buildings, restaurants and more, including the Buckhead Art & Company Gallery, The Hue Midtown and Chops restaurant in Buckhead.

According to her website, Rader’s notable accomplishments include “being selected to represented Tesla and Microsoft at Art Basel, commissioned work for a new Lake Nona project with Tavistock, creating custom pieces for two $140 million luxury Related Group buildings and commissioned work for Norwegian Cruise Line’s new Prima ships.”

Athena painting by Amy Rader
Athena by Amy Rader, courtesy of the artist

Rader is especially excited about the Atlanta Art Fair — not just being part of it, but the fact that it’s happening at all.

“This is such a big deal for the arts community,” said Rader. “The Art Fair is a wonderful addition to Atlanta’s cultural offerings. I’m describing it as our very own ‘Art Basel’ level fair, with both national and international galleries. We are used to art festivals, but this is a different caliber of event by the producers behind the San Francisco Art Fair, Seattle Art Fair and Art on Paper New York.”

The details

The Atlanta Art Fair takes place at Pullman Yards and other venues throughout the city, October 3–6. Schedules, artist lists, tickets and additional information can be found online at theatlantaartfair.com.

For more about Amy Rader, visit raderdesigns.net.

To learn more about Fay Gold and the Fay Gold Gallery, visit faygoldgallery.com.

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Brennan Lee Mulligan, DrLupo, Biqtch Puddin’ and More Headline Action-Packed DreamHack Atlanta Lineup

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gamers gaming at DreamHack festival

Three-day gaming lifestyle festival brings best of gaming, tabletop roleplaying, indies, music, esports and cosplay to the Big Peach

DreamHack (ESL FACEIT Group’s international gaming lifestyle festival) has announced exciting new guests and programming taking place at this year’s DreamHack Atlanta, October 4–6 at the Georgia World Congress Center.

Brennan Lee Mulligan returns to DreamHack alongside the festival’s largest-ever Dungeons & Dragons area. World-class creators, including DrLupo, and the Atlanta debut of the Drag & Drop cosplay drag show hosted by local performer Biqtch Puddin’ are also on the schedule.

gamers gaming at DreamHack festival
photo credit: Kimpee Buenaventura

“DreamHack features the best of gaming culture from all over the world right here in Atlanta,” said Guy Blomberg, director of festivals, North America, DreamHack. “We’re bringing the best global talent and highlighting local developers, streamers, performers and storytellers to create a celebration of everything to do with gaming.”

Over 20 of the biggest names from Dimension 20, Critical Roll, Lynvannder and more expand DreamHack’s roleplaying offerings

Following his DreamHack debut this summer, Dropout’s resident Dungeon Master Brennan Lee Mulligan returns to DreamHack with an all-star cast of adventurers. Joined by Zac OyamaErika IshiiAnjali BhimaniandAliza Pearl, the party will explore an all-new one-shot adventure designed specifically for DreamHack Atlanta.

A room full of tabletop gamers at Dreamhack
photo credit: Kimpee Buenaventura

Fans can also step into the Tabletop Tavern, a dedicated stage for live roleplaying game content presented in partnership with Lynnvander. Veteran storytellers, writers and actors will join forces for a slew of custom adventures. Special guests include worldbuilder and dungeon master Jasmine Bhullar, writer and actress Rekha Shankar, game designer and writer Keith Baker, voice actress Mela Lee and many more.

The LEGO Group makes DreamHack Atlanta debut with all-new Builders Zone

DreamHack guests can expand on the games they know and love through the unlimited creative opportunities of LEGO®️ bricks at DreamHack Atlanta’s all-new Builders Zone, sponsored by the LEGO Group. Attendees can participate in gaming-themed make-and-take builds, contribute to the LEGO brick-built mystery mural on-site or even participate in DreamHack Quests for a chance to take home new LEGO sets. DreamHack will also invite creators to the Main Stage for a competition to celebrate gamers’ creative LEGO builds at the festival — with special guests to be announced.

Booth at DreamHack festival
photo credit: Emma Andersson

DreamHack Atlanta hosts largest-ever Indie Playground and Artist Alley

DreamHack’s Indie Playground and Artist Alley will have their largest footprints yet, with 60 game developers as well as 60 more independent artists — almost half of which are Atlanta locals. In addition to exploring booths, guests can participate in the Artist Alley Stamp Rally, trade unique pins at the pin swap board, trick-or-treat with vendors and get hands-on with up-and-coming video games. Both the Artist Alley and Indie Playground are open to all guests daily from 12 to 6 p.m.

kid playing a game in a VR headset
photo credit: Emma Andersson

Drag & Drop cosplay drag show returns with Atlanta debut

Drag & Drop, the festival’s flagship cosplay drag show, will return after its debut at DreamHack Dallas. Hosted by Emmy-nominated artist Biqtch Puddin’, the show will feature a host of new nerdy performances and performers who slay video game bosses, and looks. Participating artists include Brigitte BidetLaZanya OntréDotte Com and more. 

cosplayer at DreamHack festival
DreamHack Atlanta 2023 cosplay photo credit: Emma Andersson

Drag & Drop complements a full weekend of cosplay programming for attendees. The festival’s cosplay competition on Saturday, will be judged by an all-star cast of professional cosplayers, including Atlanta-native Pumpkin.Pixie.Princess and host Jahara Jayde.

DreamHack Atlanta sets record with over 500 creator guests, including Jake Lucky, bbjess and more

This year’s DreamHack Atlanta will host the largest creator cohort ever for a DreamHack Atlanta festival, with over 500 local and national influencers onsite. After receiving a record-setting number of applications, DreamHack Atlanta’s host of content creators will participate in Main Stage competitions, host meet & greets with fans and stream live from DreamHack’s Creator Hub. Top guests include Main Stage emcee bbjess, creator interview experts Jake Lucky and HUN2R, veteran streamers DrLupo (hosted in partnership with Anthros) and Amouranth and more.

shopper at DreamHack festival
photo credit: Kimpee Buenaventura

Georgia FIRST Robotics brings local high schoolers to DreamHack for STEM showcase

Georgia high school students from across the state will take part in Georgia FIRST Robotics’ interactive showcase live at DreamHack Atlanta. The program requires students and their peers to collaborate on creating their own industrial-size robots to go head-to-head in challenging field games. Students are behind it all — from raising funds to designing their teams’ brand to building and piloting their robots — and the festival’s showcase will highlight the work that goes into making these high-tech machinations.

All of this is just one slice of what DreamHack Atlanta 2024 has to offer.

sign at DreamHack Festival
photo credit: Emma Andersson

The details

DreamHack Atlanta takes place at the Georgia World Congress Center on October 4–6

For more information on competitions at DreamHack Atlanta — including world-class esports tournaments, grassroots competition in the Freeplay area, cosplay contests and more —click here.

Tickets are still available and start at $45 for a single day or $109 for three-day access.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit dreamhack.com/atlanta/tickets/.

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