In May, Atlanta’s culinary scene remained lively, with a variety of special events, exclusive deals, and the introduction of new dishes that had both food enthusiasts and casual diners excited. According to FOX 5 Atlanta, the metro area was a hotbed of gastronomic activity ranging from National Hamburger Day celebrations, with Checkers & Rally’s offering burgers for just $3, to the return of ATL BURGER WEEK 2025, where diners gorged on inventive burgers priced at $12 while participating in the quest to crown Atlanta's best beef burger.
Alongside burger bonanzas, the city's food scene brimmed with a variety of cultural and theme-based happenings. A notable instance was the City Barbeque's National Barbecue Month celebration, and the philanthropic Scoops of Thanks Day by Culver’s, where the simple act of enjoying a scoop of Frozen Custard meant supporting local FFA chapters. Yet, one of the standout experiences had to be the ritzy Champagne Social at Kyma, featuring Taittinger Champagne, posh nibbles, and a $49 ticket tag.
Meanwhile, Eater Atlanta indulged in the finer side of Atlanta's dining, spotlighting dishes that spanned the flavor spectrum, from Speakeasy Supper Club's umami-rich black garlic custard to O by Brush's decadent tuna cheek ramen, which made quite a splash at a luxe tuna cutting event. The Eater piece narrated the memorable experience of a Grilled white sweet potato dish at Ticonderoga Club that seemed to reminisce of street food savored in New Delhi, though with a distinctive Atlanta spin, priced at a friendly $13.
Atlanta's May cuisine escapades saw the incorporation of international twists, like the good-old American hot dog getting a gourmet makeover at Altona Burger & Beer Garden's newest Norcross haunt, to the creative ebbs at Kamayan ATL that hosted a Filipino feast. Culver’s Colby Jack Pub Burger returned for a limited time, available through June 15. Meanwhile, Golden Corral is offering unlimited Chicken Tenders and Baby Back Ribs as part of its All-You-Can-Eat promotion, running through June 29.
Atlanta’s food scene continues to thrive, with new events and restaurant openings each month. Food in the city often brings people together, whether it’s for special occasions like Mother’s Day brunches at Alma Cocina and South City Kitchen or Teacher Appreciation Week, where Whataburger offered free breakfast to educators.
