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My big-ass southerly road trip includes, but is not limited to Bonnaroo.
I will of course have to stop for food repeatedly, and I don't know a lot of the places I'll be at all, so I'm asking you all (Some of these are kind of ridiculous, I know):
Harrisburg, PA Charleston, WV Lexington, KY Nashville, TN (I have a pretty fine idea here, but reinforcing my thoughts never hurts) Atlanta, GA
The entire state of North Carolina, but specifically Asheville, Greensboro, Raleigh-Durham (more Durham than Raleigh, tbqh). Maybe Charlotte too, depending on the timing of things. I'm going to be driving through a pretty big swath of NC, I don't know where and when I'll need meals and/or gasoline.
Anywhere between Richmond, VA and Baltimore, MD. I'd rather not venture into the District or Baltimore themselves much, though.
Anywhere outside of NYC in the immediate tri-state area. This is not as crucial, but may come into play.
My big-ass southerly road trip includes, but is not limited to Bonnaroo.
I will of course have to stop for food repeatedly, and I don't know a lot of the places I'll be at all, so I'm asking you all (Some of these are kind of ridiculous, I know):
Harrisburg, PA Charleston, WV Lexington, KY Nashville, TN (I have a pretty fine idea here, but reinforcing my thoughts never hurts) Atlanta, GA
The entire state of North Carolina, but specifically Asheville, Greensboro, Raleigh-Durham (more Durham than Raleigh, tbqh). Maybe Charlotte too, depending on the timing of things. I'm going to be driving through a pretty big swath of NC, I don't know where and when I'll need meals and/or gasoline.
Anywhere between Richmond, VA and Baltimore, MD. I'd rather not venture into the District or Baltimore themselves much, though.
Anywhere outside of NYC in the immediate tri-state area. This is not as crucial, but may come into play.
If you're in the Chapel Hill area and craving some nice low-key eats, I recommend Elmo's Diner in Carrboro. Not far from Cat's Cradle in the event that you want to catch a show, too.
In Asheville I'd recommend Barley's Taproom and Tupelo Honey Cafe! I really like Mellow Mushroom. It's a chain, but each store is different and the asheville one is so much fun. Now that I think about it I eat at a lot of pizza places... But asheville has become sort of a touristy place so everything is expensive now. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
In Atlanta please go to R Thomas. It's open 24 hours so no excuses. Its the weirdest restaurant I've ever been too, and also one of my favorites.
It's an organic-y kind of place opened way before any of that shit was cool. Its in what is basically a tent and for some reason there are lots of birds. Ask the waiters for recommendations, they won't steer you wrong. I once asked a waiter about the breakfast stew and he told me "oh thats disgusting". I did not order it that trip but I did at another time and it tastes like the bottom of a harbor.
BUT everything else I've had is awesome. The big breakfast special is a win, great french toast. The thai bowl is the bomb too.
EDIT: also last time I went was after a Phish show and Andre 3000 was there.
In Atlanta please go to R Thomas. It's open 24 hours so no excuses. Its the weirdest restaurant I've ever been too, and also one of my favorites.
It's an organic-y kind of place opened way before any of that shit was cool. Its in what is basically a tent and for some reason there are lots of birds. Ask the waiters for recommendations, they won't steer you wrong. I once asked a waiter about the breakfast stew and he told me "oh thats disgusting". I did not order it that trip but I did at another time and it tastes like the bottom of a harbor.
BUT everything else I've had is awesome. The big breakfast special is a win, great french toast. The thai bowl is the bomb too.
EDIT: also last time I went was after a Phish show and Andre 3000 was there.
Listen to this man, he knows of what he speaks! Their location is a bit of a bitch IMO but well worth the effort. Also for super good breakfast your can't go wrong with Flying Biscuit. Pizza? Forget about Fellini's (Atlanta's equivalent of Spicy Pie) and go to Athens Pizza in Decatur. The Brick Store Pub also in Decatur has the best perogies that will ever cross your lips and an amazing selection of libations. Seafood and awesome location? Check out Six Feet Under across the street from the Oakland Cemetery. Cheap Eats and Jcck and Coke Slushies? Victory Sandwich Bar (huge thank you to mayonaise for showing me this place exists!)
In Atlanta please go to R Thomas. It's open 24 hours so no excuses. Its the weirdest restaurant I've ever been too, and also one of my favorites.
It's an organic-y kind of place opened way before any of that shit was cool. Its in what is basically a tent and for some reason there are lots of birds. Ask the waiters for recommendations, they won't steer you wrong. I once asked a waiter about the breakfast stew and he told me "oh thats disgusting". I did not order it that trip but I did at another time and it tastes like the bottom of a harbor.
BUT everything else I've had is awesome. The big breakfast special is a win, great french toast. The thai bowl is the bomb too.
EDIT: also last time I went was after a Phish show and Andre 3000 was there.
I'd hit up Troegs, which is in Hershey PA. There is a snack bar, but for something more substantive I'd stumble into whatever pizza place or Chinese restaurant you can quickly come across afterwards. Or just eat a shitload of chocolate, cause you know - when in Rome...
Baltimore = Max's Taphouse in Fells Point. If you're closer to DC, there's a decent burger spot called Quarry House in Silver Spring on Georgia Ave.
I second the Tupelo Honey's recommend for Asheville.
Post by mattlikesrock on Jun 8, 2015 4:01:06 GMT -5
Agreed on R Thomas in Atlanta. It's like Bonnaroo opened a restaurant.
I also recommend Cafe Coco in Nashville in a similar way. They are also open 24 hours. Good coffee, good pastries, good paninis, and good quesadillas. Also a cool vibe.
Post by mattlikesrock on Jun 8, 2015 4:05:34 GMT -5
In Baltimore I recommend the Blue Moon Cafe. They are famous for their Captian Crunch French Toast. Too good. Katy Mae knows what I'm talking about.
And in DC it's worth swinging through to go to Founding Farmers. It's a good farm to table place that has lots of local and organic food. They have homemade sodas and the best chicken and waffles I've ever had. They also have an appetizer called bacon lollies which is candied bacon on a stick and something I still dream about.
In Baltimore I recommend the Blue Moon Cafe. They are famous for their Captian Crunch French Toast. Too good. Katy Mae knows what I'm talking about.
And in DC it's worth swinging through to go to Founding Farmers. It's a good farm to table place that has lots of local and organic food. They have homemade sodas and the best chicken and waffles I've ever had. They also have an appetizer called bacon lollies which is candied bacon on a stick and something I still dream about.
In Asheville I'd recommend Barley's Taproom and Tupelo Honey Cafe! I really like Mellow Mushroom. It's a chain, but each store is different and the asheville one is so much fun. Now that I think about it I eat at a lot of pizza places... But asheville has become sort of a touristy place so everything is expensive now. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
I'm from Boston and I just paid 4.50 for a pint of a porter that's 7% abv. This place is fab.
I don't get to Nashville as often as I used too and restaurants change like the wind there, however, The Loveless Café "got biscuits?" is pretty special as well as popular for breakfast. Demos is probably my favorite for quality of food + price + location downtown and service. Bob's Steak and Chop house comes highly recommended. If you are looking for Italian...Amerigos on West End is really good. I have been to Rock Bottom Brewery several times. And then there is the Hard Rock Café, Joe's Crab Shack. Hooter's and Cracker Barrel most anywhere and anytime. Nashville is a fun town. Just find 2nd Avenue and Broadway and let your senses do the rest.
In Asheville I'd recommend Barley's Taproom and Tupelo Honey Cafe! I really like Mellow Mushroom. It's a chain, but each store is different and the asheville one is so much fun. Now that I think about it I eat at a lot of pizza places... But asheville has become sort of a touristy place so everything is expensive now. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
I'm from Boston and I just paid 4.50 for a pint of a porter that's 7% abv. This place is fab.
This place is bonkers. Weirdly, matter waitress is wearing a Red Sox shirt.
The Varsity is an Atlanta staple. It's close to Georgia Tech. Think cheap, fast/comfort food. Chili dogs and onion rings. Also, The Vortex is good, and the area of town that it's in is great. Some people say they have the best burger in Atlanta.
