Atlanta Bites: Where and what to eat in metro Atlanta | April 2024

Here is the latest roundup of restaurant news from around metro Atlanta. Information on special events, new menu items and specials, new restaurants, closings and other restaurant news.

This food has ‘alarmingly high’ level of pesticides, report finds

The report found that pesticides posed significant risks in 20% of the foods examined, with seven foods having a “very high risk” of pesticides.

Pepsi unveils two new flavors ahead of summer

Pepsi wants you to kickoff summer with two new flavors inspired by summertime BBQs.

Here are the major U.S. restaurant chains that have disappeared

These restaurants of your childhood were iconic, until they weren't. Several well-known chains – some decades old – have faced tough times that resulted in bankruptcy.

Red Lobster reportedly considering filing for bankruptcy

Red Lobster is reportedly considering filing for bankruptcy to relieve financial pressures that have weighed on the company.

Ben & Jerry's free cone day is today

Customers can a free cone all day Tuesday at a Ben & Jerry's location near them.

‘Kitchen appreciation’ fee? Restaurant diners still facing hidden surcharges

Hidden fees at restaurants have become increasingly common for diners in recent years, while restaurants grapple with higher food prices, increased labor costs and more.

Fast food fry debate finally settled, according to new survey

Ah, another groundbreaking survey has been released about French fries. This time, the CasinoReviews.net decided to dive deep into the age-old debate of who makes the best French fries in the good ol' US of A.

Tax Day freebies and deals | 2024

Many restaurants and companies are offering freebies or deals to customers on April 15 to ease the pain of filing taxes.

The best food deals and freebies on Tax Day 2024

Tax Day brings food deals and freebies, catering to both those celebrating refunds and those seeking solace after paying taxes.