383497 Wed Mar 21 11:19:34 -0700 2007 3 11 South 0 2407594 I grew up in Atlanta and left about eight years ago. I have lived in Seattle for the past three years and was in the Hudson Valley before that so many good meals have been eaten. But now I am moving back to Atlanta and while I know what I used to love, I need to hear about wonderful new places that are open. We're looking to live in East Atlanta/Grant Park. Thanks for your tips! Wed Mar 21 11:19:34 -0700 2007 84748 gritexpectations 1 2412077 Welcome back! I just moved to Atlanta in August (from New York) and was excited to find the culinary scene here is much better than I expected. Not sure if your screen name means you're a grits fan, but if you are, you MUST go to Highland Bakery in the Old Fourth Ward. They mill their grits in-house, and they are amazing. It's only open for breakfast and lunch, and I go there often... it's my favorite brunch place, despite the long lines. Thu Mar 22 14:47:39 -0700 2007 2407594 10341 JessicaSophia 1 2413691 If you're re-entering the ATL from the west coast, definitely Woodfire Grill. Immaculately sourced ingredients, simply prepared. Search for some of my earlier threads, along with Steve Drucker's. Fri Mar 23 08:02:39 -0700 2007 2407594 14631 pastramiking 1 2414154 The Watershed in Decatur is fantastic, and because of its Southern roots would be a good homecoming. Chef Scott Peacock is getting famous. Thumbs Up Diner (3 locations) - yummy for breakfast, good service. Fri Mar 23 10:02:24 -0700 2007 2407594 85220 kojikiri