Castleberry Hill
With a neighborhood that hosts an art stroll displaying various masterpieces every month, Castleberry Hill is one of Atlanta’s most historic art districts. Flip inside to get a little more intimate with this area. Check out our Transportation Guide here.
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Inman Park and Old Fourth Ward
Painted with artwork, businesses line streets in Old Fourth Ward and Inman Park. These are some beautiful, artistic and retro communities interconnected with Atlanta. New stores and shopping districts occasionally open up, inviting local Atlantans and Georgia State students to explore fresh grounds. Historic locations such as King Memorial can be found among the new as well.
East Atlanta Village
East Atlanta Village is a community with a chip on its shoulder. Its gritty streets and single-gear bicycle riders give it a recalcitrant charm comparable to none. For part III of our neighborhood guide series, we highlight a tight knit community of entrepreneurs and artists not-so-quietly tucked behind Moreland Avenue.
Little Five Points
When naming cities in the South that boast the best barbecue, a few places come to mind, but Atlanta rarely gets a second thought. Known more for its soul and comfort food, it comes as a surprise that one of the best barbecue establishments can be found right in our own backyard at Fox Brothers Bar-B-Q.
Downtown Atlanta
Straight out of high school, many college freshman will find themselves outside the confined space of familiar concrete halls and thrown into the foreign, bustling environment of downtown Atlanta.
With the luxury to go anywhere before and after classes, Georgia State's incoming freshman class should know the best places to spend their time around Georgia State's campus and the surrounding area.
Full of eateries, markets, stores and attractions, there's no shortage of places for students to enjoy their time around campus. Here are the top four places for new Georgia State students to visit.
Atlanta Art Stroll
The Castleberry Hill Art Stroll developed into a stand alone community event in the early 2000s. It evolved from the former Snake Nation art crawl, during which neighborhood artists would open their studio doors to the public. In 2014, USA Today named Castleberry Hill one of the 10 best city art districts.
Now, the art stroll is a regular event in Castleberry Hill. Every second Friday from 7 - 10 p.m., gallery owners, restaurant owners and artists welcome outsiders and neighbors to check out what they have to offer. The art stroll is a self-guided event with maps and information sheets available via castleberryhill.org; however, guided tours will be introduced soon.
“The guided tours are great, because [we] — the locals — know where everything is. The people that come here don’t, so you gotta kind of show them where to go,” Mike Jakob of Elliott Street Deli and Pub said.
Each business in the neighborhood attracts a unique crowd on art stroll nights. From food to music to art to hair styling, Castleberry Hill serves it all at once.
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The Spinning Pie (Spin)
Illuminated by large windows with an open floor plan and wooden decor, The Spinning Pie, better known as “Spin,” opened its doors in April 2012. The Spinning Pie is a modest-sized restaurant, but its unassuming appearance may mislead visitors.
Cortland Jackson and Mario Johnson co-own the establishment. Nkosane Jackson, the Operations Manager at The Spinning Pie, explains what makes the establishment more than a run of the mill pizza place you’d find on many street blocks.
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No Mas! Hacienda & Cantina
No Mas! is engulfed with colorful authentic Mexican art, but initially began as a furniture haven consisting of beautifully crafted items. The decision to expand is helpful for them to spread the best of Mexico even further.
“After 10 years in the Art & Mexican furniture business it was a natural next step for us to bring a little more Mexican culture to the Atlanta market,” owner Steve MacNeil said. “We began remodeling our then warehouse in Castleberry Hill to create what is now No Mas! We began our original business of importing Mexican furniture and handicrafts back in 1996. As one of the early arrivers two West Midtown, we develop in the decorator and home building trades.”
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Fly Kix
Atlanta has always been known for its eclectic style and willingness to push the envelope. Although this creativity can be seen through a variety of mediums, the most intriguing example can be noted in its offbeat yet unique fashion scene, particularly in “streetwear” style. Fly Kix, Peters Street’s signature boutique, is an industry leader in streetwear culture.
Nestled in the heart of Castleberry Hill, Fly Kix is found in a niche location that matches their brand. Chris Newton, Buyer and Manager, explains the philosophy behind Fly Kix’s clothing style.
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