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Take Nashville friends to Atlanta seafood restaurant Optimist. It also has a location in Nashville. Photo: Jen Ashley/Axios
Axios Atlanta readers didn't disappoint when we asked you for restaurant suggestions.
Driving the news: We recently asked y'all for dining ideas as we sought to give our editors a memorable Atlanta experience.
What they're saying: "Del Bar, all day every day. I love the 'family style' ordering. Plus you can work in a Beltline stroll," reader Caroline O. suggests.
- "Le Colonial in Buckhead Village. If you want a cocktail, the Green Makrut Gimlet is excellent. Also a great place for ordering a few plates and sharing. [And] Murphy's in VaHi is always a staple!"
From Melissa L.: "Southern National in Summerhill. Very ATL-specific!"
Carrie B.: "Love Rumi's Kitchen. Mushroom hummus — so many mushrooms and so tasty, Lamb kabob [is] always yummy, rice with lentils and golden raisins, and (with) large portions, (I) always get a to-go box … even if I share an entree."
Alex D.: "The Daily! There are three locations — West Midtown, Inman Park and Buckhead!"
Sara G.: "Restaurant recommendations — definitely check out La Semilla (just around the corner from Muchacho). The food and service are EXCELLENT."
Noah M.: "Home Grown is a favorite not-so-touristy place! Butter and Cream and Morelli's for ice cream afterward!"
Rosalyn H.: "For restaurants, what about TWO Urban Licks, Gocha's, The Breakfast Boys, or come on out to Douglasville to High Noon Brunchery, Gabe's or Gunbeaux."
Judy R.: "Canoe — quintessential dining on the Chattahoochee River, eat outside, but secure a reservation ASAP. Best to dine later because it's an early crowd. Enjoy sunset dining."
- "If you want a truly Southern experience though try Colonnade or Mary Mac's Tearoom. Then there's Nino's for Italian with their new bar."
Mindy S.: "Damsel at The Works!"
Michael M.: "El Tesoro, Bona Fide Deluxe, Kimball House, Poor Hendrix."
Lindsey W.: "Kinship Butcher & Sundry for an amazing breakfast sandwich! So good!"
Janice S.: "Poor Calvins."
Harry S.: "Atlanta restaurant recommendation: Lyla Lila at Peachtree and 3rd (streets). Expensive, but worth every penny, if you can get reservations."
Ann D.: "I recommend The Alden in Chamblee. If you go, make reservations and be sure to use valet parking."
LC.: "Agave."
Lisa S.: "An absolute favorite restaurant, and there are multiple locations, is Aviva By Kameel. It's not to be missed!"
Allegra S.: "Tio Lucho's! I had not had Peruvian food before, but it was sooooo good. The ceviche carretillero and causa were my faves."
Jonathan D.: "Victory Sandwich Bar — Y'all will love the casual vibe and those perfectly sized slider sandwiches (order at least two different ones, trust me ... And whatever y'all do, don't miss out on one of their 'World Famous' whiskey coke slushies!"
- "Bastone — Mozzarella tasting boards?! Yes, please! Bastone will whisk you straight to Italy with its cozy and chic atmosphere."
- "The Vortex — If you're after the best burger in town, The Vortex is where y'all need to be ... Both locations are packed with character, amazing food, and plenty of funky decorations to catch your eye. Plus, their menu is a hoot to read, full of the owners' unique humor and fun."
If you go: Bon appétit, and enjoy y'all's visit to Atlanta.