We asked Birmingham native and current Buckhead highrise resident Margaret Anthony to talk about what makes her favorite things in the community. Here’s what she told us.
Why I Love Buckhead
I love Buckhead because it’s not what people imagine it to be. If you remember what Buckhead was like when it was the crazy party capital of the South, you need to visit again. Buckhead is transforming from a party district to an everything district. There’s still plenty of partying, but there’s also plenty of shopping, arts, events and – one day – there may even be a Buckhead Atlanta (once known as The Streets of Buckhead).
Where to Eat
If I had to pick my last meal, a top contender would be the filet at Chops (buckheadrestaurants.com). This Buckhead Life mainstay just gets better with time. Watershed (watershedrestaurant.com) is the newest addition to Buckhead’s restaurant scene – a total revamp of the downtown Decatur favorite. Don’t miss the (still-on-the-menu) Very Good Chocolate Cake. The Tree House (treehouseatlanta.com) is a hidden gem with a tiny, neighborhood-sized bar and patio, off the beaten track, with good sandwiches and cold beer. I spend more nights than I can count at The Elbow Room (elbowroomatlanta.com). The patio is fun with summertime cookouts, while the pool table interior is a sports-lover’s dream. Plenty of TVs to keep you occupied.
Where to Shop
Palas Jewelers (palasjewelers.com) was seen on the Real Housewives of Atlanta, but also on the wrists and fingers of Buckhead’s finest folks, Palas has such a range of beautiful pieces at all prices, there’s truly something for everyone. Miller Brothers Ltd. (millerbrothers.com) should keep the man in your life busy while you shop for gems and jewels. The club-like atmosphere is so welcoming, even the guy who hates to shop will find his next great wardrobe with the help of Greg and Robby. No visit is complete without a pass through the myriad of goods at Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza (simon.com) The new streetscaping makes the walk between the two across busy Peachtree Road bearable and even pleasant.
Coming Up
All my neighbors are at Peachtree Road Farmer’s Market (peachtreeroadfarmersmarket.com) and you should be, too. In the fall, the holiday gifts and chef demos are perfect weekend pastimes. It’s held every Saturday morning through Dec. 15. The Lighting of Macy’s Great Tree on Thanksgiving night is also a must. Don’t sit this one out.
Great list, don’t forget Buckhead diner for the best calamari
and meatloaf…
And for shopping the new Shops around Lenox and the new Town Brookhaven..All have great, local shops and restaurants for keeping it intown.
Love your ideas !
Happy holidays..