The ATL Hit List: The Best New Restaurants In Atlanta

"Auburn Angel’s thoughtful plating, delicious food, and elegant interior elevates the dining experience in the Auburn Avenue neighborhood, which was once a center of African American prosperity in the city. There's exposed brick walls, green leather booths, and soft lighting, and the soft easy-listening R&B and jazz playlist serve as a reminder of what grown-up Atlanta is supposed to feel like. And the fine dining menu matches the setting. Their fatty house-cured salmon comes artfully plated with vibrant watermelon radish, balled cucumber gelée, and edible flowers." - nina reeder, juli horsford, jacinta howard