5 Seasons Brewery (Westside)

So on my final day as a westside workday resident, I enjoyed a happy hour at the organic-ish brewery and restaurant 5 Seasons at Howell Mill and Marietta Street. The weather was turning fall-like, we were off early on a Friday afternoon and the snacks were flowing. For some strange reason I ordered a mimosa at a Brewery. I just saw the brunch chalkboard and had a craving! E had the Venus brew which was delicious.

We also enjoyed fried okra, hot wings and some Kari Kari with Ponzu. Nothing was the best we'd ever had, but the service at the bar was great and the food was perfect for an after work indulgence; and though it's bar-food standards there are some good lighter options and a local take on everything that elevates the menu beyond standard pub fare. I definitely have things I would like to try still on the menu. Menu here.

The interesting thing is that they have beer tastings, gluten free nights, happy hour specials, local area events, etc. so there's always something going on and its a great atmosphere and location. With so many hip places in the area, it's a great casual option that could please foodies, beer lovers and everyone in between.

From the Top - Muss and Turner's

Spicy Schezwan Shrimp(s) and fresh delicious Lamb with classic Greek accoutrement.


 Last night we had a celebratory meal at Muss and Turner's. This is my favorite go-to restaurant and I will try not to obnoxiously post too often about it. But, it deserves to be first.

Muss and Turner's serves food from comfort to cordon-bleu complicated with a no nonsense atmosphere and a serious amount of effort. I can eat there in sweatpants (bonus points), the wine list is perfect and easy to comprehend, the beer list is even better, and the staff and owners are near perfection. But the FOOD. The fresh daily ingredients, the constantly changing never boring always in season menu, and the old standby sandwiches all equal a place where there's something for everyone. And the goat cheese cheesecake rocks.
If you go, ask for Bella. She is the best server because she treats you like a friend....unless you order everything adjusted and on the side (just kidding) and she makes us feel like family and royalty at the same time. In her absence ;) Eric is a fantastic sever as well and is just as passionate about what they serve.

I have been lucky enough to get to know one of the owners (and name sakes), Ryan Turner, having discovered the restaurant through he and his wife when I worked at a local salon where they are customers. He takes so much pride in the place and their new endeavor, Local 3, has me drooling from the eyes and mouth! From the beginning, this restaurant has served me well. I have NEVER had a bad meal. It's a great place for those with palate training wheels. You can taste, observe and enjoy things in a casual atmosphere and then be sent out into the world a better diner, but beware, you won't want to say goodbye.

Fresh local tomato and olive oil, charcuterie plate with parm and lemon, crackers. Perfect.

Almond crusted trout with bacon and scallion-marscapone cheese. And across the way... the Burger.

Muss and Turner's

They also offer live music, tastings and do some amazing special events for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day and the like. And you can pick up a picnic to impress on the go.

Welcome to Holier Than Chow!

Thank you for reading the inaugural post of Holier than Chow...a blog about where to find food. Good food, cheap food, good service, great atmosphere. A blog where I will share my personal opinions and share about my passion for food, wine and the culture of cooking for others. There's alot of great food in Atlanta and alot of great poeple trying to do something other than just run a restaurant. My experience in the short time I have between when I am working and sleeping are what I earn money for. Looking forward to a good meal, anywhere from a seaside fried pickle stand to the best restaurants in New York City, is where I spend the money I haven't even earned yet. I am inspired by the food to cook for my own family and friends and inspired by good and bad service and experiences for my own work.

Feel free to comment on your experiences and give me feedback on where to try!

Thanks and happy eating,

Jennifer