It’s finally here: the nationally televised Bad Bunny concert sandwiched between two halves of football played by two teams that literally could not be any further from Atlanta.
Yes, Sunday is the Super Bowl, and we’ve listed out some great East Atlanta bars and restaurants offering specials and hosting events. Fear not, there’s plenty of non-football happenings as well.
BTW, we are up to 2,244 subscribers! That means that if we all showed up for a concert at The Eastern, we literally couldn’t fit. Their legal capacity is 2,200 🤘
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Now let’s get into this week’s edition of the Anthem 👇
The Anthem is made possible in part by El Tesoro. See The Menu.
🌮 Our friends at El Tesoro are hosting a Community Market on Saturday. Grab a taco and a marg for yourself and a gift for your Valentine.
🍗 Did you know Bomb Biscuit has lunch specials? The Chicken Sandwich and fries look damn good.
☕️ Coffee Was Black is now open until 5pm and have added two new drinks featuring ginger to the menu. If you’re not familiar with CWB, get familiar.
🏈 All the usual suspects are offering preorders for your Super Bowl Party Needs: El Tesoro | Ladybird | La Semilla | Small Fry | Sweet Auburn | McCray’s | Gene’s | How Crispy
🥇 Lloyd’s Pizza of the Month for February has arrived. LLiL CAESAR’S: garlic oil base, chicken, onion, mozzarella, arugula, bread crumbs, and shaved parm.
🍕 Pielands has 3 new dipping sauces: Homemade Marinara, Homemade Ranch, and Pieland’s Magic Sauce. And a new mascot...because why not (PS - the mascot needs a name, and you can win $100 if your name is chosen).
🌭 Red’s has a new customer-created hot dog of the month: Mac & Me with special sauce, lettuce, diced onions, American cheese, & sesame seeds from someone named Tyler.
🤳 Taproom Coffee’s new online ordering system is officially up and running.
🍩 Revolution Doughnuts February doughnut menu has arrived, featuring fruity/citrusy flavors like Lemon Poppyseed. If that wasn’t enough, they are coming in hot with 4 new seasonal drinks too.
🍞 Any bakers on the list? Evergreen Butcher and Baker is hiring.
🔓 Dakota Blue is hosting a grand re-opening party on Friday to show off their brand new bar.
🍔 Camburger is popping up at Sceptre Brewing through Sunday 2/8. Menu here.
I am still regretting not getting one during this year’s Oakhurst Porchfest. The delicious smells are seared into my brain. - Connor
💕 A handful of local spots are joining forces to make Valentine’s Day special for one lucky winner. Free dinner at Manuels, drinks from Elemental Spirits, 2 movie tickets to the Plaza Theater, a free flight at Monk’s Meadery, and a free hotel room at the Clermont. Here’s how to enter.
Introducing a new segment we’re calling Anthem Appraisal. Can you guess the price of a local real estate listing from just a few photos & clues?
🏘️: Cabbagetown | 📐3bd, 3.5ba, 2,073 sq ft. with rooftop deck | Convenient to the Beltline, Switchyards, Madison Yards shopping, and tons of restaurants!
Want to see it for yourself? Contact listing agent Chip Ivie for more information.
🤣 2/6 - Pilot Season - Dad’s Garage is debuting its new show tomorrow at 8pm. It’s an improvised sitcom performed in front of a live, fake-studio audience. P.S. - Blackground Improv follows at 10pm. | More Info
⛷️ 2/6 - Olympics Watch Party - Side Saddle Wine Saloon is hosting a watch party to kick off the ‘26 Olympic Games promising an “Aprés-Ski Menu, Shot-Skis, and a little Heated Rivalry.” | More Info
💜💛💚 2/7 - VaHi Mardi Gras Fest - Parade starts at noon. Party starts at 1pm. Expect live music, great food & drink and good vibes. | More Info
🦪 2/7 - Oysterfest at Park Tavern - Beer + Oysters + Music. What more do you need to know? | More Info
🥶 2/7 - Planet Ice Chill-abration - Fernbank is celebrating the opeing of their new exhibit, Planet Ice. Explore the wonders of frozen worlds, ancient creatures, and the science of climate and conservation. | More Info
🍨 2/7 - Ice Cream for Breakfast Day - Jeni’s is celebrating something that we think they completely made up… but we don’t hate it. Expect their new house coffee flavor of ice cream, kids’ coloring sheets and more. | More Info
🏈 2/8 - The Super Bowl - If you’re looking for a place to watch the game, we just published our first-ever East Atlanta Anthem Guide and the topic is Where to Watch Sports on the East Side.
📚 2/8 - Books & Coffee - From 11am to 2:20pm at Stereo on Dekalb, Long Story Books is popping up. Grab a latte and explore a curated collection of fiction for all age. | More Info
💌 2/11 - Valentines Cards Block Printing Class - Heather Baker leads a hands-on linocut workshop where you can create five handmade Vday cards. | $25 | More Info
Park Pet Supply has been serving the East Atlanta area with affordable prices and unparalleled customer service since 1999.
Introducing… Juno
Neighborhood: Reynoldstown
About: Juno is the happiest good doggo. She was adopted from Fur Kids shelter in Alpharetta. She loves walks on the beltline, swimming at Morningside nature preserve and has never met a human she doesn’t love to give her but scrapes. She is 5 years old and has lived in East Atlanta her whole life.
Fun Fact: She is well known at Breaker Breaker as she is their #1 pup cup fan.
Thank you to Aileen P. for sharing Juno with us. If you want your pet featured in the Park Pet Supply Pet of the Week section of the Anthem, fill out this form!
📻 WABE is highlighting their Black History Month collection, including a new series about Hank Aaron that debuts on 2/23.
💉 Kaiser Permanente purchased 7 acres in Summerhill, although it is unclear what the healthcare conglomerate is planning on doing with the property.
👕 ECHO is taking clothing donations this Saturday at Eastside Church (as they do on the first Saturday of every month!). Click here for more info.
🌸 Atlanta Botanical Garden is hosting a haiku contest that runs through 2/28. The theme is “Growing Gold.” Prizes range from gift baskets to tickets. The winner’s poem will be on display at ABG all year. Pretty cool!
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