This week, Uptown Atlanta, the 47-acre mixed-use destination being redeveloped by Rubenstein Partners, L.P. (together with its affiliates, “Rubenstein”), will begin to open the new first restaurants as part of its globally inspired dining district on Main Street. On March 20, J’ouvert Caribbean Kitchen, a new Caribbean brunch concept, will open to the public, followed by the opening of El Gordo, an authentic and modern taqueria. Uptown’s next wave of restaurants, which includes Bene Korean Steakhouse, White Windmill and Madre Selva, are currently under construction.
J’ouvert Caribbean Kitchen at Uptown is the latest concept from Tasha Cyril, the co-owner of Belle & Lily’s Caribbean Brunch House, APT. 4B and Ms. Icey’s Kitchen and Bar in Atlanta. With flavors rooted in the Caribbean, the new restaurant at Uptown will serve a fusion of Caribbean street food and classic items, including brunch. Its vibrant menu will feature passion fruit pancakes, guava-infused cocktails, Grandma’s oxtails, jerk chicken, Trinidadian doubles and more. J’ouvert Caribbean Kitchen intends to occasionally feature live music on the weekends as part of its commitment to creating a culturally rich dining experience.
“I’m thrilled to contribute to the vibrant global culinary scene here at Uptown Atlanta,” said Cyril. “J’ouvert Caribbean Kitchen is a unique concept to display my Caribbean roots, but also allows me to share the rich flavors and cultural diversity of my heritage with the Atlanta community. At J’ouvert Caribbean Kitchen, we aim to not only showcase delicious food but also to tell a story, to ignite curiosity, and to foster connections across borders.”
Also opening soon at Uptown is El Gordo, a new concept from the Pineda family, Nestor and Julian Pineda, the owners behind the Birria El Gordo in Marietta. El Gordo blends the authenticity of a classic taqueria with a modern, lively setting. Featuring a mix of street tacos, tostadas, specialty tacos…
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