East Cobb Food, Drink & Dining Out

East Cobb Food Scores: Flying Biscuit; Panera Bread; Fuji Hana; more

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East Cobb Flying Biscuit reopening

The following food scores have been compiled by the Cobb & Douglas Department of Public Health. Click the link under each listing for inspection details:

Domino’s Pizza
2146 Roswell Road, Suite 100
February 12, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

El Jinete Mexican Restaurant
4681 Woodstock Road, Suite 440
February 15, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Flying Biscuit
4880 Lower Roswell Road, Suite 70
February 13, 2024 Score: 89, Grade: B

Fuji Hana Steak & Sushi
1255 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 1
February 15, 2024 Score: 70, Grade: C

Fugu Express
2900 Delk Road, Suite 2000
February 13, 2024 Score: 91, Grade: A

Infusion Crab ATL
2044 Lower Roswell Road, Suite 300
February 12, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Karachi Broast & Grill
1475 Terrell Mill Road, Suite 110
February 15, 2024 Score: 89, Grade: B

Knuckie’s Hoagies
3460 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 220
February 14, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Kumo Hibachi Sushi
2595 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 103
February 13, 2024 Score: 88, Grade: B

Mr. Wok
1750 Bells Ferry Road, Suite B
February 14, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Panera Bread
4475 Roswell Road, Suite 1530
February 15, 2024 Score: 95, Grade: A

Papa John’s Pizza
3165 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite B
February 15, 2024 Score: 85, Grade: B

Simpson Middle School
3340 Trickum Road
February 14, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Wing Stop
2900 Delk Road, Suite 100
February 13, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Zama Mexican Cuisine
2550 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 300
February 13, 2024 Score: 92, Grade: A

Zaxby’s
2756 Sandy Plains Road
February 12, 2024 Score: 89, Grade: B

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East Cobb Food Scores: Westfield Tavern; El Serranito; more

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Westfield Tavern opening East Cobb

The following food scores have been compiled by the Cobb & Douglas Department of Public Health. Click the link under each listing for inspection details:

El Serranto
2520 Shallowford Road, Suite 100
February 5, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Goldbergs Bagel Co. & Deli
1062 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite A110
February 8, 2024 Score: 80, Grade: B

Hibachi Stop
2856 Delk Road, Suite 305
February 8, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

The Phoenix at Johnson Ferry
9 Sherwood Lane
February 7, 2024 Score: 99, Grade: A

Sedalia Park Elementary School
2230 Lower Roswell Road
February 6, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Shish Kabob Mediterranean Grill
2060 Lower Roswell Road, Suite 280
February 9, 2024 Score: 82, Grade: B

Tijuana Joe’s Cantina
690 Johnson Ferry Road
February 8, 2024 Score: 91, Grade: A

Westfield Tavern
4401 Shallowford Road, Suite 138
February 5, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Windy Hill Athletic Club
135 Interstate North Parkway
February 6, 2024 Score: 97, Grade: A

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Super Chix to open third Atlanta location at Avenue East Cobb

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Super Chix to open Avenue East Cobb

Super Chix, a fast-casual restaurant that specializes in chicken dishes, will be opening its third location in metro Atlanta this summer at Avenue East Cobb.

North American Properties, which manages the retail center at 4475 Roswell Road, said the Texas-based franchise will occupy 3,800 square feet near the Sephora store and that the franchisee is East Cobb resident Missy Newks.

Super Chix, which features grilled chicken sandwiches (which the chain dubs “The Last True Chicken Sandwich”), hand-cut fries and frozen custards, has locations in Peachtree City and near Perimeter Mall in Dunwoody.

It was started in 2014 and was purchaed in 2018 by Darryl Neider, formerly with Five Guys,

It’s the fourth new restaurant/eatery to open at Avenue in recent weeks, along with Peach State Pizza, Press Waffle Co. and Tin Pin Gaming Bar.

Round Trip Brewing Co., which originated in Westside Atlanta in 2021. is slated to open a German-style craft brewhouse and restaurant in the spring, but an opening hasn’t been announced.

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2024 Taste of East Cobb festival scheduled for May 4

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Taste of East Cobb 2023

The Walton Band Parent Association, which puts on the Taste of East Cobb food festival, announced Tuesday that May 4 is the date for the 2024 event.

It’s being held once again at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church (955 Johnson Ferry Road), and applications are being accepted for restaurants, vendors and sponsors.

The hours are 11-5, with food samplings from local restaurants, live music, and demonstrations and swag from local businesses (East Cobb News was a proud first-time participant!)

Interested applicants can sign up and get more information by clicking here.

The proceeds benefit the Walton band programs, and since last year’s event here’s what they accomplished:

August – December 2023

  • The Walton Raider Marching Band played almost every Friday night last fall and cheered on the Walton Raiders all the way to the State Championship game. (Our marching band had its longest football season ever!) Go Raiders!

October 2023 (We won the top honor at every competition!)

  • Walton Raider Marching Band competed at the Super Bowl of Sound Marching Band Competition and won: Grand Champion Band, Most Entertaining Band Award, Best Overall Color Guard, Best Overall Percussion, Best Overall Front Ensemble, Best in Class AAAAA Band.

  • Walton Raider Marching Band competed at the Buford Music for All Affiliate Marching Band Competition and won: AAAA Outstanding Musical, Visual, General Effect, and Overall First Place.

  • Walton Raider Marching Band competed at the Kennesaw Mountain Marching Invitational and won: Best in Class, Best Color Guard, Best Musical Performance, Best General Effect, and Best Visual Performance.

Check out the show “Alice Underground” here

November 2023

  • Walton Raider Marching Band marched at the Magic Kingdom in Disney World.

December 2023

  • Walton band students performed their winter concert at Walton High School. There were four levels of concert bands.

January 2024

  • The Walton Percussion Ensemble was invited to perform at the GMEA (Georgia Music Educators Association) In-Service Conference in Athens, GA.

  • Many Walton band students performed in the All-State Jazz Band and the Atlanta Youth Symphony Orchestra.

February 2024

  • Many Walton band students performed in the GMEA District 12 Honor Bands just this past weekend.

2024 Taste of East Cobb festival date announced.
Photo: Walton Band Parents Association

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East Cobb Food Scores: Fresh To Order; Moxie Burger; more

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Fresh to Order, East Cobb food scores

The following food scores have been compiled by the Cobb & Douglas Department of Public Health. Click the link under each listing for inspection details:

Arbor Terrace of East Cobb
886 Johnson Ferry Road
January 30, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Blackwell Elementary School
3470 Canton Road
February 2, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Fresh To Order
1333 Johnson Ferry Road
January 29, 2024 Score: 81, Grade: B

Green Coyote Cantina 
255 Village Parkway, Suite 330
January 29, 2024 Score: 87, Grade: B

Legacy Ridge at Marietta 
840 Lecroy Drive
January 29, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Lomi Restaurant
2555 Delk Road, Suites A5-A7
February 1, 2024 Score: 91, Grade: A

Moxie Burger
255 Village Parkway, Suite 110
January 29, 2024 Score: 99, Grade: A

Mt. Bethel Christian Academy
4385 Lower Roswell Road
February 1, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Papa John’s Pizza
1860 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 105
February 2, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

The Solana East Cobb 
1032 Johnson Ferry Road
February 1, 2024 Score: 90, Grade: A

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East Cobb Food Scores: LongHorn Steakhouse; Verandah; more

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Longhorn opening East Cobb

The following food scores have been compiled by the Cobb & Douglas Department of Public Health. Click the link under each listing for inspection details:

Bells Ferry Elementary School
2600 Bells Ferry Road
January 24, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Cafe Clement
1438 Canton Road
January 26, 2024 Score: 93, Grade: A

Delkwood Grill
2769 Delk Road
January 25, 2024 Score: 82, Grade: B

Empire Care Center
4360 Johnson Ferry Place
January 24, 2024 Score: 97, Grade: A

LongHorn Steakhouse
4370 Roswell Road
January 25, 2024 Score: 91, Grade: A

McCleskey Middle School
4080 Maybreeze Road
January 26, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Mt. Bethel Elementary School
1210 Johnson Ferry Road
January 26, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Starbucks at Kroger East Lake 
2100 Roswell Road, Suite 300A
January 23, 2024 Score: 95, Grade: A

Sunrise at East Cobb
1551 Johnson Ferry Road
January 25, 2024 Score: 90, Grade: A

Verandah Indian Restaurant
3101 Roswell Road, Suite 100
January 24, 2024 Score: 87, Grade: B

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Tin Pin Game Bar opening at Tin Lizzy’s/Avenue East Cobb

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Tin Pin Game Bar opening East Cobb

We posted back in November about the expansion of the Tin Lizzy’s Avenue East Cobb to include a gaming bar.

That addition, the Tin Pin Game Bar, is opening on Friday, in the former Beni’s Cubano space, and will feature menu items from Tin Lizzy’s in a family-friendly entertainment space.

The gaming space is connected to Tin Lizzy’s dining room and “will feature 10 pinball machines and a collection of arcade games alongside the restaurant’s full menu of tacos, quesadillas, margaritas and specialty cocktails,” according to a Tin Lizzy’s release.

Games include Ms. Pac-Man, Galaga and Donkey Kong, and there will be high-tech Stern pinball machines featuring modern properties like the Mandalorian, Deadpool, Godzilla and the recently released Venom pinball game.

Tin Lizzy’s is operated by the Atlanta-based Southern Proper Hospitality, and Tin Pin will have a pinball collection “curated” by Atlanta resident Kevin Grillo, a nationally ranked pinball player.

Tin Pin’s pinball collection is curated by Kevin Grillo, a nationally ranked pinball player and Atlanta resident whose expertise has contributed to the collections at other Atlanta gaming establishments.

“Arcade games appeal to guests across multiple demographics and so does our Tex-Mex menu,” Southern Proper partner Chris Hadermann said in the release. “We’re excited about the experience we’re creating at Tin Pin Game Bar.”

Tin Pin is at 4475 Roswell Road, Suite 1510A at Avenue East Cobb. Hours are Sunday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 a.m. and Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

The bar is open to all ages during daytime hours but in the evenings is limited to ages 21 and older.

More Avenue openings

North American Properties, which manages Avenue East Cobb, announced this week that two new retail outlets will be coming this spring.

One is the Baby Nook, a boutique offering baby essentials and gifts, and will be located next to Barnes & Noble.

Boho Trace is a women’s fashion boutique that will occupy the former Olea Oliva! space.

East Cobb Food Scores: Cafe Rivkah; 101 Bagel Cafe; more

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Cafe Rivkah, Taste of East Cobb

The following food scores have been compiled by the Cobb & Douglas Department of Public Health. Click the link under each listing for inspection details:

101 Bagel Cafe
4811 Lower Roswell Road, Suite 112
January 18, 2024 Score: 96, Grade: A

Cafe Rivkah
2100 Roswell Road, Suite 2014
January 18, 2024 Score: 96, Grade: A

Grits and Eggs Breakfast Kitchen
2468 Windy Hill Road, Suite 600-700
January 18, 2024 Score: 85, Grade: B

Heirloom Market BBQ
2243 Akers Mill Road
January 19, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

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East Cobb restaurant update: Press Waffle grand opening is Saturday

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Press Waffle opening Dec. 15

The delayed grand opening of Press Waffle Co. at Avenue East Cobb is taking place this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, with special discounts and giveaways.

There will be swag for the first 100 people who arrive at 9 a.m. Saturday, when the Belgian-style waffle eatery formally opens.

It’s occupying one of the “jewel box” buildings that’s at the heart of the retail center’s overhaul in recent months.

You can get updates on their Facebook and Instagram pages.

Operated by Keith and Nicki Ginel, Press Waffle’s hours are otherwise 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Sidelines Grille

The local family-style sports bar chain will soon occupy the former Egg Harbor Cafe space at Stonewood Village, as we noted in November.

Earlier this week management said they’re aiming for a March opening:

“We’re dedicating ourselves to creating a place you’re absolutely going to love. It’s all about bringing the best of sports, food, and community spirit together.”

East Cobb Food Scores: Chicago’s; Hong Kong Star; Mod Pizza; more

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Chicago's Restaurant

The following food scores have been compiled by the Cobb & Douglas Department of Public Health. Click the link under each listing for inspection details:

Chaska
1836 Lower Roswell Road
January 12, 2024 Score: 99, Grade: A

Chicago’s Restaurant
4401 Shallowford Road
January 10, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Hong Kong Star Chinese Cuisine
4719 Lower Roswell Road, Suite 110
January 11, 2024 Score: 93, Grade: A

Mama J Restaurant
1482 Roswell Road
January 11, 2024 Score: 86, Grade: B

Mod Pizza
3460 Ssndy Plains Road, Suite 250
January 11, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Shish Kabob Mediterranean Grill
2060 Lower Roswell Road, Suite 280
January 9, 2024 Score: 74, Grade: C

Taco Bell
2943 Canton Road
January 11, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Willy’s Mexicana Grill
2900 Delk Road, Suite 8
January 12, 2024 Score: 93, Grade: A

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Chick-Fil-A Woodlawn Square to close temporarily on Jan. 20

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Chick-Fil-A Woodlawn Square to close temporarily

The management of the Chick-Fil-A location at Woodlawn Square Shopping Center said the restaurant will be closing temporarily at the end of next week for a remodeling of its drive-thru.

The store announced Tuesday that the restaurant will close at the end of business on Saturday, Jan. 20, for an estimated three weeks, with an anticipated opening in mid-February before Valentine’s Day.

The popular Chick-Fil-A location on Johnson Ferry Road was closed for several months in late 2018 and into early 2019 for a c0mplete rebuilding of the standalone building.

It featured a double drive-thru, as many Chick-Fil-A locations have undergone.

Last year, the Chick-Fil-A Lassiter on Shallowford Road near Sandy Plains Road was closed for a few weeks for a similar drive-thru upgrade.

Retail Planning Corp., which manages Woodlawn Square, got approval from Cobb County last year for a drive-thru expansion that required relocating a Delta Community Credit Union ATM.

The Chick-Fil-A across from Sprayberry High School has reopened after being closed for several months due to a complete facility rebuilding.

Chick-Fil-A Woodlawn Square updates are being provided at the restaurant’s Instagram page: @cfaonjf.

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East Cobb Food Scores: Katana Sushi; Barnes and Noble; more

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East Cobb Food. Scores

The following food scores have been compiled by the Cobb & Douglas Department of Public Health. Click the link under each listing for inspection details:

Barnes & Noble Cafe
4475 Roswell Road, Suite 102
January 4, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

Katana Sushi Hibachi
4400 Roswell Road, Suite 152
January 4, 2024 Score: 90, Grade: A

Sterling Estates of East Cobb
4220 Lower Roswell Road
January 2, 2024 Score: 100, Grade: A

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East Cobb Food Scores: Marietta Fish Market; New Shangrila; more

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Marietta Fish Market, East Cobb food scores

The following food scores have been compiled by the Cobb & Douglas Department of Public Health. Click the link under each listing for inspection details:

Atlanta Ice House
2600 Prado Lane
December 27, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

Marietta Fish Market
3185 Canton Road
December 28, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

New Shangrila Bistro
3545 Canton Road, Suite 102
December 27, 2023 Score: 90, Grade: A

Paisano’s Catering
3205 Canton Road, Suite 106
December 27, 2023 Score: 90, Grade: A

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East Cobb restaurant update: Peach State Pizza to open on Jan. 9

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Peach State Pizza opening

The brother partnership of David and Michael Cohen has announced they will be opening Peach State Pizza at Avenue East Cobb on Jan. 9.

The new concept, as we noted in February, focuses on “Southern-style pizza with an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients.”

The menu will include appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and desserts, as well as locally brewed beer, domestics and specialty cocktails.

The space will include 3,650 square feet formerly occupied by Stockyard Burgers and Bones with décor “reflect[ing] the warmth of a Southern farmhouse and the relaxation of a front porch swing, punctuated by vintage photos, signs and artwork of classic Georgia landmarks.

It’s one of the key new restaurant additions to Avenue as it continues its overhaul. Press Waffle Co. is delaying its opening in one of the retail center’s new “jewel boxes” until after the first of the year, but a new opening date hasn’t been announced.

Peach State Pizza also will have two outdoor patios that will have events such as cornhole competitions and live music.

The menu items include plenty of Southern-inspired fare across the board, from a pimiento cheese grit fritters starter (and that we sampled at Avenue’s Plaza celebration in September); green tomato, brisket and pulled pork pizza offerings; and a variety of greens, sides, sandwiches and desserts.

Customers can also “build their own pie” with traditional pizza ingredients.

Peach State Pizza’s opening comes as Drift Fish House and Oyster Bar is winding down operations at Avenue after nearly eight years. The last day of service is Saturday, following an announcement last month by owner Doug Turbush that he would not be renewing his lease.

Elsewhere at Avenue, Tin Lizzy’s is expanding its space for a family-friendly gaming bar and will be opening that early in 2024; a specific timeline hasn’t been announced.

Also coming early next year is the second location of Round Trip Brewing Co., a German-style restaurant and taproom whose concept debut has been successful in the trendy Atlanta Westside foodie scene.

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East Cobb Food Scores: Cherokee Chop House; Olde Towne; more

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Cherokee Chophouse

The following food scores have been compiled by the Cobb & Douglas Department of Public Health. Click the link under each listing for inspection details:

Catering Cajun of Georgia
2421 Shallowford Road, Suite 130
December 18, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

Cherokee Chop House
2710 Canton Road
December 20, 2023 Score: 96, Grade: A\

Chick-Fil-A Woodlawn Square
1201 Johnson Ferry Road
December 22, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

Cue’s Billiards
3372 Canton Road, Suite 140
December 19, 2023 Score: 95, Grade: A

Dunkin’ Donuts
2378 Shallowford Road
December 21, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

Olde Towne Athletic Club
4950 Olde Towne Parkway
December 21, 2023 Score: 92, Grade: A

Xtraction
2932 Canton Road, Suite 190
December 21, 2023 Score: 97, Grade: A

Waffle House
4875 Alabama Road
December 21, 2023 Score: 91, Grade: A

Yeero Village
4751 Sandy Plains Road
December 19, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

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East Cobb food scores: J. Christopher’s; Jim ‘N Nick’s; more

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J. Christopher's Woodlawn Square, East Cobb food scores

The following food scores have been compiled by the Cobb & Douglas Department of Public Health. Click the link under each listing for inspection details:

Aroma Indian Bistro
4750 Alabama Road, Suite 114
December 14, 2023 Score: 95, Grade: A

Asahi Japanese Steak & Sushi
2960 Shallowford Road, Suites C9-11
December 14, 2023 Score: 91, Grade: A

Bar 44
2755 Canton Road
December 12, 2023 Score: 92, Grade: A

Brewsters Neighborhood Grille
3595 Canton Road, Suites 326-C17
December 12, 2023 Score: 99, Grade: A

Chick-Fil-A
3046 Shallowford Road
December 14, 2023 Score: 91, Grade: A

Clean Juice
1205 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite 124
December 13, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

Hoagie Bros.
3595 Canton Road, Suite 330
December 11, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

J. Christopher’s
1205 Johnson Ferry Road, Suites 113-114
December 13, 2023 Score: 91, Grade: A

Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q
3420 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 100
December 11, 2023 Score: 96, Grade: A

Johnboy’s Home Cooking
3050 Canton Road
December 12, 2023 Score: 96, Grade: A

Mr. Wonton
3595 Canton Road, Suite 328
December 14, 2023 Score: 89, Grade: B

Picture Show
4400 Roswell Road, Suite 110
December 13, 2023 Score: 92, Grade: A

Planet Smoothie
4805 Canton Road, Suite 300
December 11, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

Starbucks 
3605 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 200
December 11, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

Thai Taste
4796 Canton Road, Suites 600-700
December 13, 2023 Score: 87, Grade: B

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East Cobb restaurant update: Kouzina Christos to close

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Kouzina Christos, East Cobb food scores

After reopening in the East Cobb area in 2021, longstanding Greek restaurant Kouzina Christos will be closing for good in January.

Owner Christos Giannes announced on Thursday that the last day of business will be Jan. 15, but he didn’t disclose a reason.

On the restaurant’s Facebook page, Giannes wrote:

“Before we take our final bow, we ask you to join us once more. Let’s fill our dining room with the sound of clinking glasses, the aroma of favorite meals, and the warmth of shared stories. Come, be part of the grand finale of a place that’s touched lives and fostered a spirit of togetherness.

“Here’s to the traditions, the bonds, and the simple joy of a meal shared. Christos is not just saying farewell; we’re commemorating the indelible mark we’ve made in each other’s lives. Let’s make these last days glow with the essence of what we’ve built together.”

The Giannes family opened their first restaurant at Terrell Mill Junction in 1979, then moved it to the Delk Spectrum shopping center.

The renamed Kouzina Christos opened in the revived Terrell Mill Village shopping center in 2012, but closed it in December 2020 following COVID-19 closures that Giannes said were crippling to mom and pop restaurants like his.

That’s across the street from the MarketPlace Terrell Mill redevelopment, and Giannes wrote at the time that “chains are happy to see the mass failure of independents, expanding the labor pool, increasing competition and increasing downward pressure on hourly wages. Corporate greed and avarice…supporting the Chinese economy.”

Giannes moved Kouzina Christos to the former Aurelio’s Pizza spot at the Market Plaza Shopping Center on Johnson Ferry Road in March 2021.

Om Thursday, Giannes said that “Christos is not just saying farewell; we’re commemorating the indelible mark we’ve made in each other’s lives. Let’s make these last days glow with the essence of what we’ve built together.”

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East Cobb restaurant update: Press Waffle Co. opening delayed

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Press Waffle opening Dec. 15

Following last week’s post about a Dec. 15-17 grand opening weekend at Press Waffle Co., owners Keith and Niki Ginel told East Cobb News Thursday that’s been put on hold indefinitely.

They said that “due to unforeseen delays in the construction and permitting process with East Cobb County, we are being forced to postpone the grand opening event.”

The Belgian-style waffle eatery is set to occupy one of the new “jewel box” spaces at Avenue East Cobb, a key component of the retail center’s overhaul under North American Properties.

Grand opening festivities were to include live music from local schools and churches, discounts and more.

The announcement comes a day after Press Waffle formerly sent out word of its opening. Keith Ginel told us that a new opening date hasn’t been set and that “our contractor is working on an updated schedule for us now.”

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East Cobb Food Scores: Mezza Luna; China Dynasty; more

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Mezza Luna, East Cobb food scores

The following food scores have been compiled by the Cobb & Douglas Department of Public Health. Click the link under each listing for inspection details:

Captain D’s
2811 Canton Road
December 6, 2023 Score: 99, Grade: A

China Dynasty 
3605 Sandy Plains Road, Suite 105
December 5, 2023 Score: 90, Grade: A

Completos Burger
2852 Delk Road, Suite 215
December 4, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

Domino’s Pizza
2323 Shallowford Road
December 5, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

Jacobs Java Cafe
1350 Terrell Mill Road
December 5, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

Mezza Luna Pasta and Seafood
2100 Roswell Road, Suite 2198
December 4, 2023 Score: 95, Grade: A

Movie Tavern
4651 Woodstock Road, Suite 430
December 8, 2023 Score: 100, Grade: A

Paradise Smoothie Juice Bar
3595 Canton Road, Suite 318
December 6, 2023 Score: 96, Grade: A

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East Cobb restaurant update: Press Waffle to open Dec. 15

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Press Waffle opening Dec. 15

Workers are still putting some of the finishing touches on windows and the exterior as we’re a couple weeks away from the official opening of Press Waffle Co. at Avenue East Cobb.

It’s occupying one of the new “jewel box” buildings that’s a key part of the retail center’s overhaul. Owner Keith Ginel told East Cobb News this week that the first day of business is Friday, Dec. 15, kicking off a weekend of special events, discounts and entertainment.

A ribbon-cutting takes place at 9 a.m. Friday, with the first 100 customers receiving free swag bags. Live Christmas music takes place on the patio from 4-7 and all day there will be photo booth “post and tag” opportunities for special discounts.

That latter promotion continues all weekend. On Saturday, Johnson Ferry Baptist Church musicians will perform live music on the patio from 12-1, and from 4-7 Walton HS will do the honors in the same place.

Sunday’s musicians are from Pope HS and will be featured from 2-3 p.m.

Press Waffle Co., which began as a food truck venture in St. Louis in 2016 and vaulted into fame via the television show “Shark Tank,” has seven locations in Missouri, Arkansas, Texas and Colorado.

The 1,200-square-foot space at the jewel box is the company’s first venue in Georgia. Gitel and his wife Niki are East Cobb residents and franchisees. Press Waffle, which features Belgian-style “Liège” waffles handmade (from dough, not batter) on-site.

There are a variety of sweet and savory options (including chicken and waffles, customizable toppings and a waffle ice cream sandwich), along with locally roasted coffee and espresso.

Press Waffle is partnering with Marietta-based Cool Beans Coffee Roasters and Rock House Farm & Creamery in Newton County.

Updates are being posted at the restaurant’s Facebook and Instagram pages.

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