Atlanta’s favorite night to eat, sip, and celebrate returns Thursday, October 16, 2025, when Grand Tasting Midtown Presented by Taste of Atlanta takes over the Epicurean Hotel Atlanta for an all-inclusive evening of food, drinks, and entertainment. From 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., guests will experience unlimited bites and sips from more than 25 of Midtown’s top restaurants across the hotel’s 9th floor — including the ballroom, pool deck, rooftop, and Epicurean Theatre.
This year’s event will showcase culinary favorites from neighborhoods across Atlanta, including the Westside, Fourth Ward, and Virginia Highlands. Restaurants like Bold Monk Brewing Co., Boqueria, Fox Bros BBQ, Indaco Atlanta, Marcus Bar & Grille, South City Kitchen, TWO Urban Licks, and many more will serve up savory and sweet tastings alongside an array of wine, beer, and craft cocktail samplings. Live music from Ethel and The Shotters, fronted by powerhouse vocalist Katy Shotter, will set the mood throughout the night, while The Publix Cooking Stage, hosted by AJC senior food editor Ligaya Figueras, will feature live demos from rising chefs and mixologists.
Adding an extra dose of excitement, one lucky guest will win a five-night all-inclusive getaway to Jamaica, complete with round-trip airfare courtesy of Visit Jamaica and Delta Vacations.
While VIP tickets ($125) have already sold out, General Admission tickets ($95, or $85 with a two-pack) remain available and include full access to tastings, drinks, and entertainment. The event is 21+ only, takes place rain or shine, and requires a valid photo ID for entry.
Presented with support from Epicurean Atlanta, Publix, Coke Zero Sugar, Audi Atlanta, Emory University Hospital Midtown, and numerous beverage and media partners, Grand Tasting Midtown continues Taste of Atlanta’s 20-year tradition of bringing the city’s culinary community together for unforgettable nights that turn tasters into diners.
For tickets and details, visit TasteofAtlanta.com or follow @TasteofAtlanta on Instagram and Facebook.
