Petit Chou ★ 4.5
Petit Chou in Atlanta's Cabbagetown runs a French bistro on the southern edge of Memorial Drive: croque madame, brunch quiche, dinner three nights a week.
Order: Croque madame and the rotating quiche of the day.
Why locals love it: A French bistro tucked into a Cabbagetown industrial strip; locals book it for date nights but tourists rarely walk this stretch of Memorial Drive.
Tip: Breakfast and lunch 08:00-15:00 daily are walk-in; dinner Thu-Sat from 18:00. The croque madame and oat milk cappuccino are the move.