Best restaurants in Sandy Springs

You don’t have to venture deep inside the Perimeter to find great food, and Sandy Springs is proof of that. This northern suburb of Atlanta is quickly becoming a food destination in its own right. Check out the top restaurants in Sandy Springs below.

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il Giallo Osteria & Bar

il Giallo Osteria & Bar brings a taste of Italy to Sandy Springs. Their menu represents the foods and flavors found in the villages along Italy’s coast, the hand-made pastas found in the mountains and plains, and the cured meats, cheeses, and olive oils from the north and south of Italy. The chef prepares fresh pasta for everyone to see in front of the kitchen, and their fresh-caught seafood comes from the Georgia coast. Try the octopus appetizer, creamy gnocchi, and croissant bread pudding.

Under The Cork Tree

Under The Cork Tree is a stylish spot for tapas and Mediterranean fare prepared with only the freshest of ingredients. Their extensive wine list features over 200 wines from across the globe. On the tapas menu, you will find sharable plates like Lamb Mergeuz, Crispy Calamari, Escargo, Truffle Cacio e Pepe, and Crispy Artichokes. On the entrée menu, you can dine on Mediterranean favorites like Fire Roasted Lamb Rack, Lemon Sole Risotto, or a seafood paella with prawns, lobster, mussels, and shrimp.

Rumi’s Kitchen

Rumi’s Kitchen, named for 13th century Persian poet Jelaluddin Rumi, is a premiere location for Persian cuisine in Sandy Springs. The menu is filled with dishes of grilled meats, fragrant saffron, and fruits like dates and pomegranates. Chef Ali Mesghali brings flavors from growing up in Esfahan, Iran right to Atlanta’s doorstep. Try their stewed eggplant dishes, lamb kebab, or lamb shank.

Lamb kebab.Sara Dubler/Unsplash

JINYA Ramen Bar

JINYA Ramen Bar is a local favorite known for its slow-cooked approach to ramen, using broths that have simmered for 20 hours in-house. This Japanese ramen restaurant has a customizable ramen menu, small plates, rice bowls and curry, mini tacos, salads, dessert, and craft beer. Try the popular Tonkotsu Spicy Ramen or the classic JINYA Chicken Ramen.

Casi Cielo

Casi Cielo serves elevated Mexican and Oaxacan cuisine, from their handmade blue corn tortillas prepared in the traditional way to their selection of tequila. In addition, Casi Cielo has the largest Mezcal collection in Atlanta, a collection that is only second to Oaxaca, Mexico, the Mezcal capital of the world. On the menu here, you will find unique flavors and dishes inspired from Oaxaca using locally grown ingredients. You can expect dishes including bowls, tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, and more.

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