Neighborhoods
 Guide to Little 5 Points
Explore Atlanta's most eclectic Neighborhood this Summer
Centered on the corner of Euclid and Moreland Ave, lies a business community, a neighborhood, and inarguably the coolest spot on the map between Greenwich Village and the French Quarter.
This bohemian hangout has grown into a neighborhood with a mix of art, theater, and commerce. The vast retail businesses offer unique psychedelic storefronts and hard to find merchandise. While the many bars and restaurants provide a wide array of entertainment and cuisines to be had by the young and old.
Abbadabba's
421 Moreland Ave.
404.588.9577
www.coolshoes.com
The original Abbadabba's store opened in 1981. Since then Abbadabba's has expanded to five stores throughout the metro area and shopping online. Here you will find great brands like Birkenstock, Teva, Crocs, Keen and Dansko. Abbadabba's reigns as Atlanta's source for innovative footwear.
Five Spot
1123 Euclid Ave.
404.223.1100
www.fivespot-atl.com
After five years in the heart of Little Five Points, the Five Spot has become a staple of music and arts in the downtown Atlanta community. From their worldly selection of beers to their art-laden walls, there is something at the Five Spot for everyone. A newly expanded menu featuring pizza and pasta, compliments their selection of gourmet sandwiches, salads, quesadillas and nachos.
The Five Spot opens at noon everyday (except Wednesdays- open at 6:00p) and closes late night.
On any given night, the Five Spot features Live Art, funk, rock, jazz, blues, and reggae performances, or eclectic short films and animation.
Flying Biscuit
1655 McLendon Ave.
404.687.8888
www.flyingbiscuit.com
The original location on McLendon Avenue is nestled among funky Craftsman bungalows and has remained one of Atlanta's favorite spots for brunch since it opened in 1993. The Flying Biscuit Café recipes have endured thanks to the diligence of the staff and the neighborhood customers. Try one of their "favorites", like the Turkey Meatloaf & Pudge or the Vegan Burrito. And, of course, there is their famous breakfast, with dishes like Orange Flavored French Toast and omelets named after local streets, and most importantly, their mouth watering biscuits. Be sure to visit the bakery right next door, so you can pick up biscuits for the road.
Front Page News
351 Moreland Ave.
404.475.7777
www.FrontPageAtlanta.com
Upon entering Front Page News you immediately get the sensation of being in the French Quarter with its laid back and inviting atmosphere. The award winning cuisine is modern American tavern fare with a New Orleans twist. The menu features Louisiana specialties such as Gumbo, Jambalaya and Etouffee along with Steaks, Salads, A huge selections of sandwiches, and of course their Angus beef Big Easy burgers. The New Orleans French Quarter patio & bar offers an inviting and lively alfresco drinking & dining experience. The Big Easy feel is enhanced by the bubbling fountains, lush foliage, wrought iron fences, fireplaces and flickering gaslights. Live entertainment is frequently offered, call for details.
Junkman's Daughter
485 Moreland Ave.
404.577.3188
No place better encapsulates the raw edgy pulse of Little 5 Points like the alternative super store known as Junkman's Daughter.
The store had its beginnings in 1982, when Pam Majors the daughter of an actual junkman rented a 1,000 sq. ft. storefront and filled it with tchotchkes and dead stock from her parents 40 year accumulation of stuff. Soon she began adding her own stock as her eye for the bizarre but beautiful drew everyone from neighborhood folk, artists, musicians and trend setters.
Recently named “One of the Best, One of a Kind, Businesses in America” and now celebrating their 26th anniversary, the Junkman's Daughter floor has grown to a staggering 10,000 square feet! The store is crammed full of far-out fashions and groovy accessories, for men and women, unique and unusual gifts and housewares from around the world, cool collectables, retro nick-nacks and toys. They offer terrific hard to find and unusual books and fully stocked tobacco shop. Make sure to check out Junkman's this Halloween for the most irreverent and original wigs, masks and costumes in town.
Psycho Sisters
428 Moreland Ave.
404.523.0100
www.psycho-sisters.com
Friendly staff, fun funky, unusual and outrageous Psycho Sisters has been the #1 consignment boutique in Atlanta for almost 20 Years.
Much more than a consignment shop, this original location of the hip Atlanta chain sells vintage clothing, new items from other stores, and second-hand goods (as long as they're still stylish and funky).
From current mall trends such as BCBG, Abercrombie, bebe, Arden B, Lip Service to new trendy shoe styles, unbelievable bling, bracelets, earrings, headbands, shades, belt buckles to Gothic or Costumes, Psycho Sisters has something for everyone whether you are 12 or 90 years old!
Sabroso
351 Moreland Ave. NE
404-475.8888
www.sabrosotapas.com
In the heart of Little Five Points, Sabroso Mexicano is one of Atlanta's newest and most exciting Mexican restaurants. Located on Moreland Avenue just north of the new Edgewood Target shopping center. Sabroso Mexicano offers the traditional Tex-Mex you grew up with re-imagined with the freshest local and imported ingredients. Traditional favorites including Nachos, Tacos, Burritos, Fajitas and Enchiladas, are made fresh, with homemade tortillas, 9 varieties of peppers and other produce and ingredients arriving daily.
Along with fresh Mexican cuisine Sabroso Mexicano offers variety of signature margaritas, mojitos and a wide selection of Mexican beers, served at their dual inside and outdoor patio bars. The lush Sabroso patio garden and outdoor bar is unique among Latin restaurants in Atlanta, a tropical oasis, the perfect place escape from the ordinary. Sit down with a pitcher of Margaritas and a bowl of fresh salsa and bask in Atlanta's wonderful patio weather. Sabroso Mexicano also offers unique live entertainment on weekend nights.
Savage Pizza
484 Moreland Ave
404.523.0500
www.savagepizza.com
With their homage to comic book super heroes adorning the walls and hip staff, Savage Pizza fits right in with the Little Five Points neighborhood. On Savage's menu you'll find innovative homemade sauces, fresh dough and thoughtfully prepared dishes made from scratch every day. They prepare all the recipes using only freshest vegetables and first quality meats, cheeses, breads and pastas.
Savage's hand-tossed crusts are thrown with real hands and get enough air to make Tony Hawk jealous. In addition to their famous pizzas, they also have calzones, salads, subs and pasta.
Savage Pizza one of the most successful and popular neighborhood businesses in the Little Five Points area. Savage serves both lunch and dinner with indoor and outdoor seating and offers catering and delivery.
Variety Playhouse
1099 Euclid Ave.
404.521.1786
www.variety-playhouse.com
The Variety Playhouse is Little Five Points largest music venue but it can also be its most intimate. The flexible seating and standing arrangements along with great sound and light systems have earned the Variety numerous awards including Best Music Venue. They showcase live concerts featuring top national acts representing Roots Rock, Indie, Jazz, Folk, World Music and more.
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