The Neighborhood Hot List: Grant Park

1. The Park

The 131-acre greenspace is the oldest in the city, and is a favorite spot for cookouts, festivals and other events, as well as being home to Zoo Atlanta

2. Zoo Atlanta

Established in 1889, the zoo has re-imagined itself by creating large, open habitats for animals to roam and thrive. The zoo is expanding the savanna habitat and has taken over the former Cyclorama building as an event facility.

3. Architecture

The Grant Park neighborhood contains some of the city’s finest examples of Victorian architecture dating back to 1882. Along with Queen Anne and Craftsmanstyle homes, the community is one of the most desirable places to live in the city.

4. Oakland Cemetery

The final resting place for more than 70,000 people – including author Margaret Mitchell and golf legend Bobby Jones – the cemetery is one the city’s most visited historical sites.

5. Dining

The neighborhood has an eclectic mix of eateries, often named as the best in the city. Ria’s Bluebird Café is a favorite brunch and breakfast haunt, Mi Barrio serves up tasty Mexican food, Six Feet Under has delicious seafood and cocktails, while Grant Central serves up big pizza pies.

Tell us about new restaurants, attractions, shows, concerts, businesses or othe-beaten path places in your favorite neighborhood. Submit your favorite local spots (and pics!) to us at collin@atlantaintownpaper.com

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