Wagamama, a renowned international restaurant brand featuring fresh, Asian-inspired dishes and craft cocktails served in a vibrant, social setting, opens its first Atlanta location for full service today, Wednesday, July 27, at the newly-built Star Metals District in West Midtown. Wagamama is open lunch and dinner Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Storico Vino invites guests to celebrate the weekend during Boozy Brunch every Saturday. The Buckhead Village Italian ristorante offers a variety of egg and panini dishes along with a spritz and bloody mary bar and DJ spins.

Now guests can enjoy shareable Mediterranean cuisine during lunch at one of the finest rooftops in Atlanta. Gypsy Kitchen is now open for lunch. The lunch menu, curated by executive chef Banks White, features new dishes boasting Spanish, Moroccan and Indian-infused flavors.

In recognition of National Wing Day on July 29, Taco Mac is offering three new impeccable flavors for a limited time: Buffalo Dill, Peach Bourbon BBQ and Black Cherry Sriracha. The sauces will be available during the sports bar's weeklong National Wing Day celebration from July 29-Aug. 4, and on July 29 ONLY, Taco Mac will offer 50% off 6 and 10 pack wings.

This summer, Mellow Mushroom is bringing the spirit of holiday giving with a new Christmas in July promotion. From July 25 through July 31, when customers spend $25 or more online in Mellow Mushroom gift cards, they will receive a $5 bonus for themselves and Mellow Mushroom will donate $5 towards the Marine Corps Toys for Tots effort.

Muzo Saritas—the restaurateur behind Cuts Steakhouse, Atalian Kitchen & Bar, Truva Turkish Kitchen and Metro Diner & Bar—is raising the “steaks” and has opened a second Cuts Steakhouse on Satellite Boulevard in the Sugarloaf neighborhood of Suwanee.

Atlanta restaurants are crafting the best cocktails around to celebrate National Tequila Day on July 24. Tequila always makes the day (and night) more fun, so we’ve rounded up some of our favorite tequila drinks in the Atlanta area.

Fans who missed Aria’s Happy Hour Burger during its limited run in June, get a second chance. Chef Gerry Klaskala and his team are caving to the overwhelming response and bringing the wildly popular offering back over Aug. 2-5.

Summer is in full swing, and Athens’ Heirloom Café is marking the occasion with a summer menu showcasing the popular farm-to-table restaurant’s fresh, organic ingredients and creative takes on Southern-inspired cuisine.

Sugar Factory Atlanta is celebrating National Ice Cream Day on July 17 with a sweet special—a free scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream with the purchase of a burger. Guests can choose from any burger on the menu, whether it’s the Signature Sugar Factory Burger or The Big Cheesy, a scoop of ice cream is included.

The Georgia Restaurant Association Crystal of Excellence (GRACE) Awards return to honor the best and brightest in Georgia’s restaurant industry on September 27. Nominations are open in numerous categories honoring those who have exhibited exceptional hospitality during the year.

PITA Mediterranean Street Food, the fast casual, made-to-order Mediterranean franchise, has added another option to enhance its customer experience. A mobile app is now available, giving guests a new opportunity to customize and order PITA’s fresh, healthy favorites.

After initially opening for dinner service on June 3, 5Church Buckhead invites guests to experience its new lunch service beginning Monday, July 11.

Indian cuisine has never been so hot. Sankranti Indian Kitchen delivers a casual dining experience and a menu of authentic flavors and techniques that pack just the right amount of heat.

Atlanta chefs are firing up the fryers in preparation for National French Fry Day on Wednesday, July 13. These fresh and flavorful potato staples bring unique flavors to the table this summer. We’ve rounded up a few savory sides that are worth trying in and out of the city.