Posted by Foodie Buddha
on January 11, 2012
I hope I’m not alone when I say that I couldn’t care less to hear where “Famous Movie Star XYZ” or “Who the hell is that person and why do I care who they are ABC” happen to be at any given moment. I care even less about where they eat, especially in our city. Still, if that’s your bag baby then I’m not really hear to harsh on you.
However, I do become inquisitive when someone notable in the food world comes to Atlanta with a real purpose. Such is the case with Star Chefs, a culinary industry magazine/website that you may not have heard about, but you probably should know. They’re in Atlanta right now … and here’s why.
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Posted by Foodie Buddha
on January 05, 2012
Miso Izakaya and chef/owner Guy Wong have become critical darlings. The end result is that this Old 4th Ward Japanese restaurant (and chef) has won and been nominated for a slew of awards across the foodiesphere. With Wong and sous chef Melissa Allen firmly entrenched in the kitchen, one can’t be completely shocked by this critical infatuation. While many chefs across the city spend a chunk of time trying to play the celebrity game, Wong and Allen focus on consistency by cooking everything that comes out of that kitchen.
So those efforts, combined with the infatuated writings of many, have helped the small plate restaurant overcome a sputtered start, which, has given way to an ever expanding customer base beyond that of our city’s edgier food fans. While some of our city’s cash cow restaurants sit back and watch the system chug quietly along, that’s not in the cards for Miso Izakaya.
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Posted by Foodie Buddha
on August 23, 2011
Alcohol optional in this bad boy. Freshly squeezed watermelon juice comes courtesy of Guy Wong’s Miso Izakaya. And while I have your attention, check out this article on The Kitchn about watermelon cocktails.
Miso Izakaya Restaurant Address & Information
619 Edgewood Avenue Atlanta, GA 30312 // 678.701.0128 // website // tw
Posted by Foodie Buddha
on February 03, 2009
I have made a handful of brief posts about Miso Izakaya in the past. Well, the restaurant opened last night; but, I was unable score myself a dinner buddy. Normally, I’d go at it alone … but for Izakaya, I wanted some help. Tonight, that came in the form of Laura! She was the highlight of the evening (though she would have been regardless of the food!).
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Posted by Foodie Buddha
on January 21, 2009
While reports are that Miso Izakaya is scheduled to open within the next week, I have received different information. According to their media contacts, the opening date for Miso Izakaya is Monday, February 2nd. Guess I’ll have to move them from the January Dirty List to the February list.
Izakaya, which loosely means "a place to eat and drink," offers up a Japanese alternative to the Gastro Pub. Led by chef Guy Wong, the menu includes Yakitori options as well as items from a robata grille (JOY!!!). A robata is a charcoal grill that lends itself to family style eating.
Miso Izakaya is on Edgewood near Inman Park. You can count me in as one of the early customers. I will report back after I’ve had a chance to sample the food. While you wet your palate in anticipation, enjoy these photos.
Address: 619 Edgewood Avenue Atlanta, GA 30312 // Website
