Carson Kitchen invites guests to savor the season’s bounty with fresh, flavorful dishes on its new spring menu. Highlights include the return of favorites such as the jerk turkey burger with mango slaw and rainbow cauliflower with garlic, lemon juice and chili flakes.

Fire up your taste buds with the harissa cauliflower from Drift Fish House and Oyster Bar. Served with green garlic aioli, this is the perfect side to pair with the restaurant’s fresh seafood dishes.

Georgia Ave. in Summerhill welcomes Maepole to its expanding list of tenants. Now open, the first Atlanta outpost of chef Peter Dale’s Athens, Georgia-based restaurant serves real, seasonal food fast, at reasonable prices. Flavors of the South accent the menu with mostly plant-based ingredients, perfect for those looking for a healthy, tasty alternative to fast food.

For spring and summer picnics and outdoor gatherings, PITA Mediterranean Street Food makes packing a portable, healthy picnic a breeze. During April, PITA is offering its street pita—gyro, chicken or mixed—for $5.

Hero Doughnuts & Buns has a decadently delicious assortment of doughnuts. Freshly made in its Georgia Avenue location in Summerhill, a few favorite flavors include Boston cream, cookies and cream, blueberry crumble, cereal milk and so many more!

Who knew you could get such good chicken tenders from a barbecue spot? Loyal Q & Brew’s hand-breaded chicken tenders are served with hand-cut fries and can be ordered in larger quantities for catering orders.

Whenever the craving for a slice of New York-style pizza hits, Junior’s Pizza in Summerhill is the perfect place to get your fix. For guests looking to add some extra pizzazz to their pizza pick, we recommend opting for the Sicilian slice with a thicker, heartier crust.

Think all vegetarian food is boring? Think again. Lazy Llama Cantina’s cauliflower and mushroom tacos are vegetarian, gluten free and sure to please all.

Open Hand Atlanta continues to support local restaurants with the return of its annual Dining Out For Life fundraising event, presented by Manhattan Associates. Local Atlanta diners are encouraged to safely dine-in or enjoy take-out, curbside pick-up or delivery from April 26 – May 2, 2021. The week-long Dining Out For Life will drive donations for Open Hand’s nutritional programs and services.

Cowboy Chicken’s Trail Boss sandwich is returning for a limited time this spring. The Trail Boss features a breaded rotisserie chicken breast, flash-fried and topped with lettuce, mayo, sweet and spicy pickles and house-made ranch dressing. Be sure to pick up this mouthwatering favorite before it leaves on July 4.

“Basque in the Sun” returns to Gypsy Kitchen starting Sunday, April 18. Embark on a lively culinary adventure to the beautiful Basque Country every Sunday afternoon. Sip on tintos de verano, draft gintonics with Gypsy Kitchen's very own proprietary tonic, and Spanish ciders while enjoying a variety of pintxos.

It’s hard to say no to the nachos at Johnny’s Hideaway. Enjoy these crisp chips piled high with cheese, onions, jalapeños, lettuce and tomato. Chicken or beef can also be added to turn your night up a notch.

Located in the historic Summerhill community along Georgia Ave., Wood’s Chapel BBQ uses traditional wood-fired pits to prepare their signature barbecue menu. Enjoy their chopped brisket with some of their classic sides including mac and cheese, braised greens and pork beans with burnt ends.

The Woodall, the new approachable experience from John C. Metz, executive chef, CEO and co-founder of Marlow’s Tavern and Sterling Hospitality, will welcome guests to its new weekend brunch and lunch service starting Saturday, April 10.

The Buffalo shrimp from Loyal Tavern is a great dish to share with friends. Hand-battered shrimp are tossed in a choice of hot or medium Buffalo sauce and served with a side of blue cheese or garlic ranch dressing.