Recommendations from Atlanta Locals (or former Locals) on where to eat, what to see and what to do while you are visiting.
Stuart "Stu" Freeman, Georgia Tech
Atlanta Local Since: (YEAR)
My Favorite Atlanta Neighborhood: (xxx)
BBQ
Fox Brothers BBQ is the place to go, it's about .3 miles from the nearest Marta station though, and not the nicest part of town, so I'd recommend finding a ride if possible.
Bars
Very close to the hotel is Meehan's which is an Irish pub.
A bit farther away (~2.5 mi) reachable by bus or a slight hike from the Marta train is Manuel's Tavern, which is more traditional American, and something of an Atlanta institution.
My personal favorite though is Brick Store Pub, it's right next to the Decatur Marta train station and has a tremendous selection of Belgian beers. Their food is good too, but The Iberian Pig is also right across the Decatur Square for excellent Spanish tapas (they also have a nice bar).