Atlanta/Buckhead

Construction projects are creating an upscale shopping area similar to Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. In 2008, two new skyscrapers were completed to reach new heights: 3344 Peachtree and the Mansion on Peachtree.

By car

Georgia State Highway 400 runs directly through Buckhead.

By bus

MARTA has two main bus lines which run along Peachtree Street, #23 and #110. However there are plenty of other routes that serve the area.

By train

Buckhead can also be accessed by the MARTA rail's North-South Line at the Buckhead Station (N7), the Northeast-South Line at Lenox (NE7), and Lindbergh Center Station (N6) by either of the fore-mentioned lines. Amtrak's Crescent Line stops at the Atlanta Peachtree Station.

• SovereignAlso known as 3344 Peachtree, a mixed-used development. Completed in 2008, this 50 story structure of post-modern architecture is the tallest building in the Buckhead Skyline.

• Atlanta History CenterThis attraction features 32 acres of gardens, wildlife trails and woodland areas. The complex includes the 1840s Tullie Smith Farm, a fully restored 1928 Swan House mansion and Swan Coach House Restaurant. The Atlanta History Center's Buckhead campus expanded by including a 20,000 square-foot wing dedicated to memorializing the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games. It also has the largest private collection of Civil War memorabilia in the nation.

• Governor's MansionHouse where the governor resides. Tours available.

• Swan Coach House

  phone: +1 404 261-0636
  address: 3130 Slaton Drive NW
  A historical house that is a restaurant, gift shop and art gallery.

• Grand Hyatt Atlanta in BuckheadWalk through the Japanese garden, get a massage at the spa, relax in the whirlpool, eat dinner at Chassis, then have a drink at the Onyx Lounge.

• The Buckhead Theatre

  phone: +1 404 843-2825
  address: 3110 Roswell Road

• Bobby Jones Golf Course

  phone: +1 404 355-1009
  address: 384 Woodward Way
  A work in progress.

Buckhead has plenty of shopping options with its Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza malls.

• Lenox Square MallAnchored by Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdale's and Macy's, this mall is a popular mall for chain-store shopping in Atlanta. Stores include upscale Hermes, Burberry, Louis Vuitton, Cartier and David Yurman, mid-high range stores like Kate Spade, Coach and Polo, mid-range stores like Banana Republic, Kenneth Cole, J. Crew, Abercrombie, Aldo and Urban Outfitters, and a few mid-low range stores such as the Gap. Also has a large Apple store.

• Strip mallA strip of stores which includes a number of boutiques including Blue Gene's.

• Phipps Plaza MallAnchored by Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom and Belk, this upscale mall has higher-end chain stores such as Barney's Co-op, Intermix, Versace, Armani, Gucci, Jimmy Choo and Tiffany's, including the only Jeffrey store outside of New York, as well as an AMC movie theater.

Budget

• Anis Cafe and Bistro

  address: 2974 Grandview Ave
  Extremely romantic and charming authentically French bistro-cafe tucked away in an old house near Pharr Road.

• Buckhead Diner

  phone: +1 404 262-3336
  address: 3073 Piedmont Road
  Popular faux-diner with black tie waiters serving up heaping portions of greasy upscale "diner" food.

• Eclipse di Luna

  address: 764 Miami Circle
  Vibrant and extremely fun tapas restaurant and bar hidden away in the antique district of Buckhead serving up pitchers of Sangria and Mojitos with its tasty small plates. Has live music on weekends.

• Hong Kong Harbour

  address: 2184 Cheshire Bridge Rd NE
  Popular Chinese restaurant with a friendly family atmosphere and authentic food.

Mid-range

• Seasons 52Health-conscious gourmet restaurant and wine bar where each entree is under 475 calories.

• Bone's

  address: 3130 Piedmont Ave
  A traditional steakhouse in every sense, this Atlanta power-dining institution has been around since 1979. Ranked as one of the high-rated steak houses across the board, Bone's was the highest-rated steakhouse in the nation by Zagat in 2006.

• Fogo De ChaoA Brazilian churrascaria for those looking for a less-unique but still meat-filled dining experience. Gauchos carrying spools of meat cut slices at the table.

• R. Thomas Deluxe Grille

  phone: +1 404 872-2942
  With its trademark windmills, bells, birds, lush plants, and Peachtree St. location, it is hard to miss this fixture of the Atlanta dining scene. This is probably the only restaurant in town where a vegan and a burger lover can eat together and both be happy. Favorites include the grilled-not-fried wings, the French toast, and all the smoothies. Not only are a range of healthy food and drink available — including vegetarian and vegan, macrobiotic, gluten free, and raw food items — but R. Thomas is open 24 hours a day and is a great, healthy late night place to eat (and breakfast is served at all hours).

• Restaurant Eugene

  phone: +1 404 355-0321
  address: 2277 Peachtree Rd
  Chef Linton Hopkins and his wife Gina run this small, family-style restaurant that features a menu sprinkled with staple Southern ingredients. The restaurant has been ranked among Atlanta’s Top 10 by Atlanta Magazine, Atlantacuisine.com and Atlanta Business Chronicle.

Splurge

• Craft

  phone: +1 404 995-7580
  address: 3376 Peachtree
  New York chef Tom Colicchio (most famous for his role as head judge on Bravo’s Top Chef) chose Atlanta as the third location for his award-winning restaurant Craft.

• The Dining Room at the Ritz-CarltonNationally-recognized French restaurant run by Chef Arnaud Berthelier that offers both a la carte and prix fixe options is one of the best known in Atlanta and has received the Mobil Five Star award.

Bars

• Blackbear TavernA friendly, casual bar in South Buckhead that has a full menu, wine tastings, live music, trivia nights and plays host to various dart leagues.

• Churchills BuckheadA British-style neighborhood pub that attracts both the after-work crowd and the nighttime party crowd and features pool tables and dart boards.

• East Andrews Neighborhood BarHas a semi-sports bar, semi-casual café appeal with great blue plate specials.

• Fado Irish PubSome of the best Irish fare in town with eclectic Irish memorabilia on the walls.

• Five Paces InnOpened in 1955 and attracts those from the local business crowd to unwind.

• Hole in the Wall

  address: 3177 Peachtree Rd NW
  Former teeny-boppers and current college Greeks down drafts and Jägerbombs at this wild party bar.

• The Mansion Bara cozy and relaxing atmosphere.

• MoondogsNext to Hole in the Wall and has a similar atmosphere.

• MF RoomSame owners as the MF Sushibar in Midtown, created a private lounge available by reservations.

• Peachtree TavernAlso next to Hole in the Wall and Moondogs. Live rock bands.

• Pool HallOne of Buckhead's best and oldest bars known to many as the best dive in town.

• Sambuca RestaurantJazz, blues, and other live musicians. They also offer an upscale bar scene and a great menu featuring pastas, seafood and salads.

• SanctuaryA Latin music dance club with plush couches great for people-watching and dance instruction included with cover on Friday nights and the first and third Sundays of very month.

• Sweetwater Brewery

  phone: +1 404 691-2537
  address: 195 Ottley Drive
  Brews locally.

• Tavern at Phipps

  address: 3500 Peachtree Road
  Has great martinis and outdoor music set in a casual atmosphere.

• Treehouse PubKnown for its tropical feel, Miami style and great people-watching on its patio.

• Wet Williespopular bar in Miami Beach and known for frozen drinks now has a location at Lindbergh Center.

• Whiskey Blue

Clubs

• Gold RoomUpscale multi-level club in Lindbergh Center.

• Havana ClubPopular Latin/Salsa club in its new location on Piedmont.

• Jungle

  phone: +1 404-844-8800
  address: 2115 Faulkner Rd NE
  Gay bar with strong drinks and very popular for their hot, sweaty dance parties. Also hosts smaller events such as the alternative drag show "The Other Show" (every Friday 9:30PM), featuring queens doing off-beat and unusual costumes and numbers. Enjoy some of the excellent food during the show — the burgers and sandwiches are very good, although you may decide the sides like mac & cheese or tater tots are even better.

• Mood LoungeChic lounge with a sexy vibe.

• Tongue and GrooveA popular name for Atlanta nightlife, is now located in Lindbergh Center.

Budget

• Holiday Inn Express Buckhead

  phone: +1 404 949-4000
  address: 800 Sidney Marcus Blvd NE
  A surprisingly nice location for a budget hotel and tucked away from the main traffic, this Buckhead hotel is within easy driving distance of all intown attractions.

Mid-range

• Embassy Suites Atlanta Buckhead

  phone: +1 404 261-7733
  address: 3285 Peachtree Road NE
  All-suite atrium hotel. Heated indoor pool and seasonal outdoor pool. Includes free breakfast and reception.

• Atlanta Marriott Buckhead Hotel and Conference Center

  phone: +1 404 261-9250
  address: 3405 Lenox Road NE
  Outdoor pool, fitness center and restaurant onsite.

• SpringHill Suites Atlanta Buckhead

  phone: +1 404 844-4800
  address: 3459 Buckhead Loop NE
  Hotel rooms with separate dining, sleeping, and working areas. Near Phipps Plaza and Lenox Square.

• Residence Inn Atlanta Buckhead/Lenox Park

  address: 2220 Lake Boulevard NE
  Extended stay suites offering full size kitchens and separate dining, eating and sleeping areas. Free Internet and complimentary daily breakfast buffet. Near Lenox Park.

• Atlanta Luxury Rentals

  address: 2378 John Glenn Drive, Atlanta, GA 30341
  Providing high quality, custom-designed rental accommodations.

Splurge

• Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead

  address: 3300 Peachtree Rd
  Grand Hyatt Atlanta is a sophisticated retreat with the largest guest rooms in Buckhead. Hotel provides complimentary transportation to Atlanta's major attractions.

• Inter-Continental Buckhead

  phone: +1 404-946-9000
  address: 3315 Peachtree Rd. NE
  Classy hotel catering to the business set within walking distance of shopping malls and power-dining.

• The Whitley, a Luxury Collection Hotel

  phone: +1 404-237-2700
  This Buckhead destination also houses one of the most highly-regarded restaurants in the city.

• Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta

  phone: +1 404 995 7500
  address: 3376 Peachtree Road
  Skyscraper that is a hotel and a residence, and has a spa.

In the early 2000s, Buckhead was experiencing a rising crime rate, with even a few homicides. However, the crime rate started dropping when the bars and clubs started closing an hour earlier, and surveillance cameras were installed and more police officers started patrolling the area. More recently, the property which was once a popular gathering spot for party goers, has been purchased to be transformed into an upscale shopping neighborhood. This is an effort to keep the potential trouble makers away, as local residents have been complaining about noise, crime, and generally rowdy behavior linked to partying and excessive alcohol.