There are a number of stories about how Cabbagetown got its quirky name. One thing our real estate agents agree on is that it's one of the more colorful, interesting, and historic neighborhoods in Atlanta. Enjoy great ambiance and delicious food at these wonderful Cabbagetown restaurants.

• Petit Chou - 662 Memorial Dr., Atlanta, GA 30312
  Petit Chou may sound fancy, but it's designed to be a comfy, intimate spot where you can gather with friends or enjoy some solitary time for reflection. Owners Lindsay, Sara, and Ron repurposed an abandoned building into a coffee bistro that eventually became a cafe. The breakfast/brunch menu features Croque Monsieur and liège waffles, while dinner offers gourmet dishes such as duck a l'orange and Moroccan stuffed eggplant. Hours are 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily. Dinner is served Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
  
  
• Agave Restaurant - 242 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
  Brick and stucco walls, soft lighting, and an oversized wood bar transform a turn-of-the-century building into Agave Restaurant, a Southwestern-inspired eatery. Smoky, spicy dishes such as chile relleno, diablo crawfish pasta, and New Mexico rack of lamb are so fresh that the kitchen has no freezer or microwave. The extensive vegetarian menu includes blue corn enchiladas and mesa quesadillas. Pair your meal with a spicy jalapeño or peach margarita. Agave Restaurant is open 4 - 10 p.m. daily, with extended hours until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Reservations are strongly recommended.
  
  
• Milltown Tavern - 180 Carroll St., Atlanta, GA 30312
  Catch the big game or catch up with friends at Milltown Tavern. Customers rave about the warm, friendly service that makes this tavern a perfect regular hangout. The menu features elevated bar food such as tempura chicken tenders and lemon pepper Parmesan cheese fries. Watch the Falcons over a classic Sunday brunch of shrimp & grits, biscuits & gravy, or French toast. No game going on? Pump some money into the jukebox. Hours are 4 p.m. - midnight Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. - 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon - midnight Sunday.
  
  
• Grindhouse Killer Burgers - 701 Memorial Dr., Atlanta, GA 30316
  Every hip neighborhood has a great burger joint, and Cabbagetown has one of the best with Grindhouse Killer Burgers. Choose from beef, turkey, veggie, or plant-based, and build your own burger with cheese, sauce, and toppings. If you prefer, go with one of the house combos, such as hillbilly style, with pimento cheese, jalapeños, Texas-style chili, and sliced red onion. Grindhouse is also known for its adult milkshakes. Try El Duderino, a coffee shake with espresso liqueur and vanilla vodka, or Stimulus Package, an Oreo shake with peppermint schnapps. Grindhouse is open from 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. every day but Tuesday.
  
  
• Muchacho - 904 Memorial Dr. SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
  A casual Tex-Mex vibe permeates every part of Muchacho, where even the burgers are called "La Hamburguesa." Personalize your chips, tacos, and burritos with one of seven different salsas in varying degrees of spiciness. Tacos and burritos, including the vegan "Tommy Chong," are also on the breakfast menu. Jump-start your morning with one of Muchacho's creative espresso drinks, such as the signature 'Spro Old Fashioned with angostura bitters and demerara sugar. Hours are 8 a.m. - midnight daily except Monday when doors close at 10 p.m.

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