Chow Down Atlanta

I went to Pho Mimi once when it just opened a couple of years ago and haven’t been back since. It’s just that there are better alternatives on the block. They’re on the same plaza as Super H Mart in Duluth. The place is immaculate, big, and bright.

I judge a Vietnamese restaurant’s credibility by their pho. Pho Mimi’s is just okay. It could use a little more kick — make it bolder and more flavorful. It’s nothing fantastic but good enough to satisfy a (small) craving. They have this wonton and seafood pho that I haven’t seen in many places.

They have the usual com or rice plates. Pho Mimi’s version comes with a crunchy fried shrimp cake. A nice touch, actually. I had the porkchop rice plate among other things and I found the porkchop odd-tasting. Too sweet, perhaps.

Pho Mimi has an extensive bubble tea selection. My absolute favorite is their warm taro milk tea. It’s so good and comforting with just the right amount of sweetness and lots of taro taste. For those not in the know, taro is similar to a purple potato but starchier. It is used in many Asian dishes such as soups, savory pies, and desserts among other things.

Verdict: I went to Pho Mimi because they just newly opened. I haven’t been back. I wasn’t impressed with their pho. And their prices are $2 more than everywhere else. For great Vietnamese food, I would go to What The Pho up the street (2 blocks) or Phoenix Noodle. Better yet, for convenience, the one inside Super H Mart makes good pho.

Insider tip:
Closed on Mondays.

The scoop:
Pho Mimi
2550 Pleasant Hill Rd
Duluth, GA 30096
(770) 622-9693

Technorati Tags: Pho Mimi, Super H Mart Plaza, Duluth, Pleasant Hill Rd., Vietnamese cuisine, bubble tea, pho, com

My best friend and I couldn’t decide where to meet for lunch today — it was either Food 101, Joey D’s or Seasons 52. I wanted to go to Alon’s afterwards so we decided to go to Seasons 52. We came in at 11:30am and the place was practically empty. Fifteen minutes later and there’s not a single table available. It got considerably louder, too.

For some reason, the decor and ambiance reminded me so much of PF Chang’s (which I absolutely hate). Lots of dark wood, contemporary lighting, cozy booths, a huge open kitchen, a very wide bar, and a cool patio. Even the clientèle is so PF Chang’s. But it does have that casual, fine dining appeal.

Seasons 52 offers a healthy take on fine dining. Using the freshest, local ingredients the entire year round (hence, the name), every single item on the menu is less than 475 calories. At that count, I was thinking of tiny, matchbox-sized entrees. They also pride on not using butter, oil, or cream. Hmmm, does that mean no taste, either?

We started out with an order of Rosemary and Parmesan Cheese Crispbread. I love the presentation of this simple appetizer. It consisted of strips of flatbread baked crispy and chewy. A great starter that won’t get you too full.

My friend Mark had the Turkey Portabello Burger. The soft bun was full-sized and had a third of a pound of ground turkey burger then topped with cheese and a slice of portabello mushroom. Clearly one of the best turkey burgers in Atlanta. It came with a side salad with crisp greens and a dousing of vinaigrette dressing. It was a good lunch option and quite hard to believe it’s all under 500 calories.

I wasn’t feeling too hungry so I went with the Oak-Grilled Chicken Citron with pearl pasta, a trio of green vegetables and thyme-shallot reduction. I was surprised with the size of this entree and could not believe (again) that it was only 475 calories! It had a whole chicken breast that was quite big. It was marinated in nothing but lemon juice then grilled over an open fire. It was juicy and tender. I was told that the pearl pasta is the most popular side in the restaurant and I can see why. It was quite inventive! You have these tiny balls of pasta infused with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and parsley. It was so good. My only complaint (about this dish) is that since they don’t use butter, oil, or cream, the only flavors they can really play with are just salty and sour. It was evident that those were the only two flavors they used on my entree. After a while, I got tired of it and really took an effort on my part to finish it all.

We decided not to get any dessert since I’m not a big fan of dessert and I am already so tired of Seasons 52’s offerings. I’ve tasted all their dessert on previous events (Chocolate!, Taste of Atlanta, and Toast of the Town). Plus, we were hitting Alon’s afterwards anyway so we decided to pass.

Overall, I like Seasons 52. I like their concept. It was amazing to see inventive dishes presented so imaginatively and all for under 500 calories. Not only that, they were regular-sized, too. Service is attentive and friendly, and the entire staff is so knowledgeable about their food. Definitely a good choice, not only for the health-conscious, but for any foodie as well.

Insider tip:
Main entrees average $15, apps start at $3.50, flatbreads at $9.75. Lunch crowd starts at 11:45am.
Located right across Dillard’s, next to Wildfire.

The scoop:
Seasons 52
By the Perimeter Mall
90 Perimeter Center West
Dunwoody, GA 30346
Phone: (770) 671-0052

On Peachtree at W Paces
3050 Peachtree Rd., NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
Phone: (404) 846-1552

Monday-Friday:
Lunch: 11:00AM - 2:30PM
Dinner: 5:00PM - 10:00PM
Saturday:
Open 11:00AM - 11:00PM
Sunday:
Open 11:00AM - 10:00PM

Technorati Tags: Seasons 52, American Cuisine, healthy eating, Dunwoody, Perimeter Mall, Buckhead, under 500 calories

Last week, CDA was lucky enough to be invited to experience the new decor and menu concept at Outback in Johns Creek (Alpharetta). They just underwent a massive remodelling and I must say that the place is beautiful. I remember when Outback first came to Atlanta in the late 80s. I was very young then but the times that my family went to check it out were memorable since I really love their Bloomin’ Onion appetizer. My dad’s sister and her family migrated to Australia in the 70s and my cousins would tell us, in their cute Aussie accents, about their original version back in Sydney.

I love what they’ve done to the place. Although located on a strip mall, you’ll be transported once you get in. Sunny yellow walls accented with black steel with warm wood tables and booths make the place cozy and casual. It does have that steakhouse feel but in a modern kind of way.

Since I was driving and do not take to alcohol too well, I opted for a non-alcoholic drink while my long-time friend (we practically grew up here in Atlanta together) had a peach Bellini-type drink called The Wallaby Darned. It had champagne, vodka, and peach schnapps. Sweet and refreshing, it was like fruit juice, which makes it the more dangerous since it’s easy to have quite a few of it. The Spinach and Artichoke Dip served with honey-wheat toast was a great way to start a meal. I particularly loved the toast which wasn’t jaw-breaking at all. In fact, there was enough chewiness in it that made it so good.

I had been eating steaks four days in a row so I went with the Combo Griller with grilled shrimp and scallops. It usually comes with a grilled pineapple, wild rice, and grilled veggies which I really didn’t have a taste for so I went with the monotonous mashed potatoes and green beans instead. I always get apprehensive when Cajun spices are involved because I never have any luck with it but Outback’s version was simply perfect. My shrimp and scallops were succulent and so flavorful. My friend got the Victoria’s Filet which was 7 ounces of center cut filet cooked perfectly. It was moist, tender and tasty. A great steak to be had.

Not being a big fan of desserts (I did eat an entire loaf of the complimentary honey wheat bread), we shared the brownie with house-made vanilla ice cream and house-made whipped cream. The brownie was so moist, so chewy, and so chocolatey. Topped with the ice cream, whipped cream, and house-made chocolate sauce, it was a great way to cap off our meal.

The verdict

Definitely a solid, casual place for steaks and seafood. The decor is wonderful and makes you feel like you’re dining in an upscale place. It’s befitting of the city and its clientèle. Service is impeccable. Our server was very attentive and very efficient. Don’t discount this chain yet. It can definitely give you a run for your money.

Insider tip:
Located in the Steinmart plaza on the corner of Jones Bridge and State Bridge Roads. The restaurant actually faces State Bridge.

The scoop:
Outback Steakhouse
10955 Jones Bridge Rd, 120-124, Johns Creek GA 30022
770-442-8775
Hours:
Monday: 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Tuesday: 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Thursday: 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Friday: 4:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Saturday: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Technorati Tags: Outback Steakhouse, steaks, seafood, honey wheat bread, Johns Creek, Alpharetta

I can’t believe I haven’t written anything about Super H’s food court considering I’ve been a regular since it opened first in Duluth, then Riverdale, then Johns Creek/Alpharetta. The food court is amazing. They have stalls offering Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Japanese cuisines. And a Barbecue stall in Duluth that serves roast duck and roast pork rice plates. A solid place for cheap, fast, house-made, good food.

Among my favorites:

From the Chinese stall, the Ja-jiang Noodles is my absolute favorite. Think chewy, thick noodles topped with black bean sauce with pork and lots of onions. It’s true comfort food. And all for under 6 bucks!

From the Vietnamese stall, I love the rice plates (with your choice of grilled beef, chicken or porkchop, slices of pork sausages, a side salad, and a fried egg) as well as their pho. Their broth is bold and well seasoned.

I used to write for The Atlanta Traveler so don’t be surprised if you see this picture over there. I took the photo. Incidentally, they’re looking for a new writer to take over so let me know if you’re interested.

From the Korean stall, well, I love everything from them. From the Bibimbap to the Galbi to the Bulgogi, to the Kimchi Fried Rice, to the Sundubu and now, their newest addition: Ribeye Steak! It is a substantially-sized steak marinated in Galbi sauce and cooked medium-well. For $7.75 it is one fabulous meal. Inexpensive and delicious.

The scoop:
Super H Mart
2550 Pleasant Hill Rd
Duluth, GA 30096
(678) 543-4000
3 locations (check website for addresses)
Suwanee location (Lawrenceville-Suwanee Rd) to open soon.

Technorati Tags: Super H Mart, Duluth, Alpharetta, Riverdale, Ja-jiang noodles, Asian food court

This is a bit of a short notice but my favorite chef in Georgia is doing a 6-course farm-to-table dinner at The Feed Store Restaurant tomorrow night (August 21) at 7pm. Chef Peter Golaszewski is a genius if you don’t already know yet so prepare to be wowed by his wonderful creations. This is in conjunction with Riverview Farms out of Ranger, Georgia.

Dinner is $55 per person but Chow Down Atlanta is giving away a limited number of $10 off coupons for tomorrow night’s event. Email me at Chloe@chowdownatlanta.com to get the codes and the details. Call and make your reservations now. See you there!

The Menu:

Amuse

Truffled Pinkeye Pea Caviar–Fresh Goat Cheese

baguette

Suggested wine : Ferrari-Carano- Pinot Grigio, Russian River $10

Appetizer

Watermelon Lacquered Pork Belly–Poached Ellijay Apple

Mustard Jus

Soup

Cream of Tomato Confit–Cheddar Cheese Bisquit

Suggested wine: Chateau St. Jean-Chardonnay, Sonama $10

Salad

Crispy Pig Ear and Pickled Okra Salad

Organic Cucumber Vinaigrette

Entrée

Petite Filet Mignon—Zephyr Squash Casserole

Scuppernong Steak Sauce

Suggested wine: Araucano, Carmenere, Chile $8

Dessert

Mountain Blueberry Cobbler

Vanilla Ice Cream

Suggested Wine: Taylor 20 year Tawny Port

$55.00 per person

For Reservations call 404-209-7979

The Feed Store Restaurant
3841 Main Street
College Park, GA
404.209.7979

Technorati Tags: The Feed Store Restaurant, farm-to-table, Peter Golaszewski

My mom has been a regular at David’s for years now but it was only last week that I set foot inside the store. David’s is your typical farm stand that sells fresh, organic fruits and vegetables as well as homemade jams, jellies, and sauces. On this particular visit, they had ripe beefsteak tomatoes, peaches, watermelons, cucumbers, carrots, green peanuts, watermelons, fillet beans, potatoes, Vidalia onions, squash, and zucchinis. We got tons of tomatoes, onions, carrots, and a huge watermelon that was sweeter than sugar. They also sell a variety of homemade cakes that average $27 each.

You must, must try the Vidalia Onion and Georgia Peach Hot Sauce. You can’t get local than this. And it is insanely good. Great with just about everything especially with fried chicken.

Here’s a quick and easy lunch/dinner suggestion:

Toast a flour tortilla. Top with shredded fried or roasted chicken. Add sliced ripe tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and shredded cheese then drizzle with the Onion-Peach hot sauce. Fold. Eat. Delicious!

The scoop:
David’s Produce
3561 Lavista Rd
Decatur, GA 30033
(404) 325-0709

Technorati Tags: David’s Produce, La Vista Rd., organic produce, farm stand

August 12th marked Woodfire Grill’s 6th year under owner and executive chef Michael Tuohy. Sadly, it was also his last day there. For the past six years, Atlantans have been spoiled by Chef Tuohy’s true farm-to-table concept and creations from his wood-fired grill. This Saturday, he packs his bags for sunny California to head Grange at the new Citizen Hotel which is slated to open in November 2008.

Photo courtesy of Broderick Photographer

We’ve been fans of Chef Tuohy for a while now so when my sister asked me where I wanted to go for an early birthday dinner, I chose Woodfire. It was a big night for us: we wanted to bid farewell to Chef T, eat his last meal at Woodfire, and celebrate my birthday (though days early) with my little sister paying. (You have to understand, my little sister still lives off of our parents so it was a big deal. Not to mention this will only be the second time in her entire life she’s ever paid for dinner. Okay, three times, but lunch at Souper Jenny doesn’t really count.)

Photo courtesy of Broderick Photographer

Our night didn’t start out right to begin with. First, we were running a little late. My sister called ahead to tell them we were going to be 10 minutes late. When we got there (9 minutes past our reservation time), they’ve already given out our table and was told there was now a 30-45 minute wait. It was understandable, given that it was their busiest night. We conceded defeat and couldn’t do anything but mope. Literally. A minute later, a server approached us (he probably noticed our long faces) and asked if we’ve been helped or if we wanted something from the bar. He excused himself after hearing us whine and told us he’d see what he can do. Exactly three minutes later, he’s ushering us to a cozy table for two. See, moping and whining pays.

The scene

It was packed to the rafters. Not a single empty table or empty seat that night. Chef Tuohy was doing the customary rounds. He thanked us for coming and hoped to see us out west. The stoically-faced host and hostess were circling the place all night keeping tabs on seat count. In a corner, an older couple was celebrating their wedding anniversary and had a huge flower arrangement on their table. Sweet. While the rude server in the silk blue top kept piling dirty glasses and empty wine bottles on the ledge which was inches off my face.

The meal

We both decided to go for the 5-course meal. I chose the Insalata Caprese, the Pan Roasted Sonoma Foie Gras, the Spit Roasted Gum Creek Farm Pork Loin, a cheese plate, and the Peach Crepe. My sister chose the Smoked Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho, also the Foie Gras, the Wood Grilled Painted Hills Hangar Steak, also the cheese plate, and the Boca Negra Cake.

There wasn’t really anything among the first course choices that jumped at me so I went with the Insalata Caprese which was a little boring with its usual tomatoes, basil and mozzarella cheese. I really don’t like when they Americanize this salad by dousing it with balsamic vinegar so I’m glad there was only a slight drizzle of it. My sister’s gazpacho was very refreshing and the smoky taste made it even more appealing.

Clearly, the best offering of the evening was the Foie Gras. It was so smooth and milky with the sweet figs adding contrast and the pecan raisin toast providing texture to the dish. It was simply fantastic.

Photo courtesy of ETK

My pork loin was good, though ordinary. It was tender, flavorful and cooked perfectly. The grits and corn succotash were good accompaniments but I have seen this trio so many times that it’s gotten tiring. My sister’s hangar steak was also good, tasty, and cooked perfectly. The cucumber and tomato salad were a nice touch — something you don’t usually see paired with steak.

The cheese platter was all a blur to me since there wasn’t really anything in it that impressed me save for the sheep’s milk one. Frankly, I would have been more pleased if they had included something from Sweet Grass Dairy.

Photo courtesy of ETK

My Peach Crepe dessert was very light topped with that lovely mousse. It tempered the sweetness of the sugar sauce. Contrast that with the Boca Negra Cake which wasn’t really all that.

The verdict

I was expecting Chef Tuohy’s last meal to be more inventive. Flamboyant. Daring. Kinda like going out with a bang. Maybe he wanted to play it safe which he did. Don’t get me wrong, the meal was very good, though, not fantastic.

Service was good but not first-class. Maybe because our server wasn’t staying either. And I’ve already told you about the blue-topped server and the stoically-faced host and hostesses. Remember the waiter that gave us a table three minutes after having been told of a 30-45 minute wait? Turns out he was Bernard Moussa, the owner. No wonder he kept checking on us the entire meal. Topping our weird night was when the valet “lost” my car and gave me the wrong car instead. It took two people 10 minutes to find it, all the while with me having visions of someone driving away with it and trashing and smoking in it.

Bottom line, Woodfire Grill was a great restaurant. I may have to come back just to see what new executive chef Kevin Gillespie does with it.

(Special thanks to BS and BK for the wonderful photos. You can check out more pictures on my flickr account .

Insider tip:
Enjoy a panini at The Cafe located in the front entrance.

The scoop:
Woodfire Grill
1782 Cheshire Bridge Road
Atlanta, GA 30324
404-347-9055
Tuesday through Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Technorati Tags: Woodfire Grill, Michael Tuohy, Grange, The Citizen Hotel, Kevin Gillespie, Five Senses Restaurants, Buckhead

Tonight is Michael Tuohy’s last night at Woodfire Grill as Executive Chef and Owner. As you may have heard, he is California-bound (Sacramento, to be exact) to take helm at Grange in The Citizen Hotel which opens in November 2008. Five Senses Restaurants will take over Woodfire Grill with Kevin Gillespie as the new Executive Chef. Incidentally, Kevin has been Michael’s chef de cuisine for the past two years.

I have been a long time fan of Michael Tuohy and am saddened by his leaving. Sacramento is lucky to have him. Tonight’s farewell dinner consists of a 3-course menu for $58 or a 5-course menu for $95. Come out tonight and say goodbye to Atlanta’s best chef. See you there!

Woodfire Grill
1782 Cheshire Bridge Road,
Atlanta, GA
404-347-9055
Tuesday through Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Technorati Tags: Woodfire Grill, Michael Tuohy, Grange, The Citizen Hotel, Kevin Gillespie, Five Senses Restaurants

I went to Buca when it first opened a couple of years ago just to satisfy my curiosity. I have never been back. Until two weeks ago. And only because I attended a get-together with close friends. There were 45 of us.

The organizer thought best to have a family-style dining which is an excellent idea given our number. To me, family-style is more intimate: everyone at the table gets to eat everything. It also simplifies discussions about food since you ate exactly the same thing as the next person.

After being ushered to a huge private room, our evening started with a Mixed Green Salad, Bruschetta, and Fried Calamari. Our organizer thought it best to pre-order a set menu for the group which was another excellent idea. Not only did it alert the kitchen in advance, our food was ready as soon as we finished our cocktails. I enjoyed the salad more than anything else. It had crisp greens and the vinaigrette dressing was really good. The bruschetta was a little too crunchy on the edges (think biscotti) but topped with an obscene amount of fresh, ripe roma tomatoes which I love. The calamari was also fresh but nothing to write home about.

The Spaghetti Meatballs was just that: ordinary-tasting meatballs on fresh yet mediocre marinara sauce. I like my sauce hearty and saucy. Not runny. Theirs can’t even coat the spaghetti properly. The Chicken Parmigiana was pretty good but still not fantastic. The breaded chicken breasts were topped with prosciutto, bruschetta, and provolone cheese. With all the strong-tasting toppings plus the fact that they were all swimming in marinara sauce, I couldn’t really taste the chicken at all.

We had Mashed Potatoes to go with the chicken but since we also had two pasta dishes, no one really wanted to touch it anymore. Mashed potatoes is mashed potatoes; theirs is chunky (which I like). The Fettuccine Supremo was the other pasta dish we had. It had slices of chicken breast, broccoli, and red peppers on fettuccine pasta with Alfedo sauce. I don’t know about you but I can differentiate fresh from dried pasta. I prefer fresh. Theirs is not.

Buca di Beppo, if anything else, is a fun place. I do have to commend our server. She was the most methodical, most efficient, funniest, friendliest (okay, she was way too friendly at times but it made for good laughs) server I have ever encountered. She gave each person/couple a number so that she can keep track of drink tabs. The per person cost for our meal was $39.95 (drinks, tax, and gratuity not included) — way to steep for the kind and taste of the food we got. For that price, there are other, much better places like this one. And although I was disappointed (again) with the food, the company made up for it, big time.

Insider tip:
There is a chef’s table in the kitchen that seats 4. I’ve never been one to enjoy eating (at a restaurant, no less) while watching tons of raw, salmonella-laden chicken butchered in front of me. Of course, I exaggerate but you get my point. Still, if that’s you’re thing, then make sure to call ahead and reserve it.

(P.S. I’m still away on a beach far away. Be back soon!)

The scoop:
Buca di Beppo
2335 Mansell Road
Alpharetta, GA 30022
770.643.9463
Monday – Thursday: 11–10
Friday: 11–11
Saturday: 11–11
Sunday: 11–9

Technorati Tags: Buca di Beppo, Alpharetta, Italian cuisine, family-style dining

It may be a popular spot for ladies who lunch, or red-hatted women, or Tommy Bahama-clad gentlemen, or Elton John with his party of 17 (which I personally witnessed during freshman year college), but I ate here again because of Buckhead Life’s Dine Around program. Like I said, Buckhead Diner is not on the list of places I regularly visit but the gift card was a good enough incentive.

We started off with their famous home-made potato chips topped with Maytag bleu cheese. This is my absolute favorite at this place. The chips are thinly sliced, fried crisp yet without the jaw-breaking crunch nor any trace of oil then topped with warm bleu cheese. It is fantastic. A large plate sets you back a mere $9 but it is truly good to the last bite. Mind you, the last bite at the bottom of the pile is still wonderfully crispy. This is something I could eat all day.

For my main, I chose the boring Blue Plate Special — Herb Roasted Chicken with mushroom bread pudding and thin beans. Nothing on the menu really jumped at me so I went for the savory bread pudding instead. While the chicken was tender, juicy, and very flavorful, it was nothing out of the ordinary. I did get half a chicken which was substantial. The mushroom bread pudding was very good, though. It’s like eating mashed potatoes, only better — and bolder. Not as creamy, but very soft, and you can actually bite into it. The thin beans were also ordinary but the demi-glace that accompanied the dish was really good and added more flavor to everything.

My sister had the Rare Seared Tuna with arugula sald, tomatoes and mozzarella. Hers, too, although good, was just ordinary. The tuna was perfectly seared, the salad, tomatoes and mozzarella were all fresh. But to her, the meal was just “fair”.

For dessert we went with the James Beard award winning White Chocolate Banana Cream Pie and the Chocolate Cake Sundae. Now I can understand why the banana cream pie was an award winner, James Beard, no less, but only if you were back in the 80s. I’m sure it was fantastic then. But this dessert clearly did not evolve to compete with today’s modern cuisine where desserts are more flamboyant and inventive. This was clearly left behind by the times.

The Chocolate Cake Sundae was just a gooey mess. Standard-tasting chocolate cake layered with ice cream then drenched with chocolate sauce didn’t really appeal to us and that’s from the chocoholics that we are. The presentation wasn’t all that great either. All in all, the desserts weren’t that much tantalizing.

My recommendation is this: go to Buckhead Diner to experience it once. It’s an upscale diner where you’ll be served by white-coat-clad-and-gloved servers, which, according to my sister, actually looks comical — “like you’re at Disney World”. But it’s an experience. And service is pretty good, although, ours was a little bit hurried. Food is good but ordinary. You’ll see mashed potatoes and thin beans repeated across the entire menu. Desserts are middle-of-the-road. Nothing fancy.

(P.S. I’m off to the beach for a week. I’ll try to answer emails while I’m gone but since I’m not bringing my laptop this time, all two of you may have to wait Later!)

Insider tip:
Reservations not accepted. Priority seating for people who call ahead or are Open Table members. Valet parking.

The scoop:

Buckhead Diner
3073 Piedmont Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 262-3336
Mon-Sat: 11am-Midnight
Sun: 10am-10pm

Technorati Tags: Buckhead Diner, American Cuisine, Piedmont Rd., Buckhead, potato chips with bleu cheese, banana cream pie