Omnivore Atlanta

We had a terrific meal at Atkins Park Tavern in Virginia-Highland recently. Chef Andrew Smith offers a mainly Southern menu with a heavy accent on seasonal produce, like this dish of sliced heirloom tomatoes, roasted Vidalia onions, fried eggplant, pickled okra and succotash of Silver Queen corn and field peas.

I also liked an entree special (right) of Virginia striped bass over creamed corn with zipper-pea pancakes.

Look for more in Grazing later this week.

(Photos by Cliff Bostock)

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Here are some Atlanta restaurants serving THANKSGIVING DINNER Thurs., Nov. 27th:

Atkins Park Tavern: A Family-style Thanksgiving dinner with all of the expected fixin’s. 5:30 p.m. 794 North Highland Ave. 404-876-7249. Reservations strongly recommended. www.atkinspark.com.

Chima: Thanksgiving menu offers Roasted Turkey, Cranberry Sauce, Stuffing, Turkey Stroganoff, Pumpkin Soup, and Pumpkin Pie. Diners are welcome to order from Chima’s regular Brazilian menu. $39.50.

2-8 p.m. 3215 Peachtree Road NE. 404-424-8281. www.chimasteakhouse.com.

Food 101-Morningside & Sandy Springs: A three-course, Southern-style Thanksgiving dinner including a family-style app and four sides, and meat for the main course. $39 for adults, $20 for kids, children under 5 eat free. 5:30-10:00 p.m. Morningside: 1397 North Highland Ave., Sandy Springs: 4969 Roswell Road Suite 200. To RSVP for Morningside location, call 404-347-9747. To RSVP for Sandy Springs location, call 404-497-9700. www.food101atlanta.com.

Justin’s Restaurant: Accepting takeout orders from their Thanksgiving Day menu: Whole Baked Turkeys seasoned with house herbs and spices, and traditional Southern Thanksgiving side items. Takeout begins Tues., Nov. 25. Orders placed over the phone, pick up is from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 2200 Peachtree Road. 404-603-5353. www.justinsrestaurant.com.

Star Provisions: Accepting takeout orders for whole turkeys and gourmet side items such as Cranberry Relish, Mashed Potatoes, Pumpkin Pie, Gravy, and Fresh Green Beans. Orders placed over the phone by Sat., Nov. 22 at 5:00 p.m. Pick-up is Wed., Nov. 26 and all orders must be retrieved by 6:00 p.m. 1198 Howell Mill Road. 404-365-0410 ext. 134. www.starprovisions.com.

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All ya’ll pimps grab yo ho’s for the Atkin’s Park Tavern Player’s Ball on November 20th. DO NOT come as you are, seriously. There’s a “pimp” and “ho” costume contest.

The Tavern is only accepting the freshest of the fresh, so if you aren’t ready to tilt your fedora and back it up, take your broke ass home.

Reservations are requested for the private cocktail booths, but otherwise, you’re welcome to just roll in and roll out. 404-876-7249.

www.atkinspark.com.

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Check out these Halloween events at Atlanta restaurants:

5 Seasons at the Prado-Fri., Oct. 24: Charity costume fundraiser, raffle, canned food drive for the Atlanta Food Bank, music, dancing, and beer. Hosted by Ravenwood Church & Seminary of the Old Religion and Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore with the 5 Seasons Brewing Company. To buy tickets, contact: http://www.ravenwoodchurch.org/news/current or visit Phoenix & Dragon Bookstore at 5531 Roswell Rd.

Atkins Park Tavern-Wed., Oct. 29th: Adult Pumpkin Carving Contest, 8:00 p.m. Fri., Oct. 31st: Halloween Party w/ music by House DJ and a costume contest, 11:00 p.m. 794 N. Highland Ave. Atlanta, GA. 404-876-7249. www.atkinspark.com.

ENO-Fri., Oct. 31st: Get spooky at the ENO bar, w/ $6 specials for those in costume! 800 Peachtree St. Atlanta, GA. 404-685-3191. www.enorestaurant.com.

Marietta Wine Market-Fri., Oct. 31st: Treats, hors’dourves, and spooky wines on tap. Costume contest at the Marlow House, 8:00 p.m. $10 per person. 18 Powder Springs St. 770-919-1574. www.mariettawinemarket.com.

TAP-Fri., Oct. 31st: TAP’s Halloween Bash begins at 5:00 p.m. w/ live music, drinks, menu specials, and a costume contest. 1180 Peachtree Street. Atlanta, GA. 404-347-2220. www.tapat1180.com.

TWO Urban Licks- Fri., Oct. 31st: TWO’s Urban Legends Bash at 5:30 p.m. Costume contest, raffles, and drinks. 820 Ralph McGill Blvd. Atlanta, GA. 404-522-4622. www.twourbanlicks.com.

Whiskey Park-Fri., Oct. 31st: Bad Things Halloween 2008 begins at 8:00 p.m. with no cover charge. Costume contest with sexy prizes! For reservations call: 404-724-2559 or log on to www.whotels.com/whiskeyween08. 188 14th Street, NE. 404-892-6000. www.gerberbars.com.

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In need of last-minute Father’s Day plans for this Sunday? Instead of layering your dad with another flashy tie or trying to guess what gadget he may need, take him to a brunch or dinner designed especially with fathers in mind.

Brunch choices…

All three Atkins Park Tavern locations will treat dad to steak and potatoes. Brunch items include Petite Fillet with two Fried Eggs, Asparagus-Potato Hash and Mustard Hollandaise. For the Virginia Highlands location, call 404-876-7249. For the Smyrna location, call 770-435-1887. And for the Cumming location, call 678- 513-2333.

Atlanta’s beef haven, Fogo de Chao, offers 15 savory cuts of meat, carved table side by request with no limit. The salad bar is also available. Lunch price is $38.50 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. To make reservations, call 404-266-9988.

Justin’s Restaurant, on the cusp of Buckhead and Midtown, is offering a home-cooked soul food menu. The lunch buffet will include traditional soul food cuisine along with steadfast breakfast favorites for $24.95 per person and $12.95 for children. For reservations, call 404-603-5353.

The Sun Dial Restaurant Bar & View will host a Father’s Day Brunch from 11:30-2:30 p.m. The special three-course brunch is $45 for adults and half-price for children ages five to 12. For reservations, call404-589-7506.

Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery in Dahlonega will host its sixth annual Father’s Day barbecue brunch. The cost is $30 per person (excluding wine, tax and gratuity.) The two seating times are 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. For reservations, call 706-867-9862.

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