It’s almost show time! Our annual conference, Sage Summit, is just a few weeks away. Thousands of business owners and entrepreneurs will join us in Atlanta next week for three days full of inspiration and insights to help them build their business.
Atlanta is a relatively easy city to navigate, just hop into an Uber or Lyft and let them show you around. We want your time at Summit and in Atlanta to be a fun experience so we asked Sage employees to share their favorite places to #shopsmall around the city and here’s what they had to say.
Where to Shop
Ponce City Market
675 Ponce De Leon Ave, Suite NW 208
Atlanta, GA 30308
Why we love it: This artisan marketplace is filled with handmade items from crafters from around the region. Pick up an Atlanta souvenir before you head home.
Krog Street Market location
99 Krog St NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Westside location
993 Marietta St NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
Why we love it: The Merchant is a favorite stopping point for home décor and stationery collectors. The boutique is filled with curated antiques, gifts and stationary. The owners of The Merchant also own several other boutiques around town so make sure to pop into Archer Paper Goods at Ponce City Market and the Read Book Shop in Vinings while you are in town.
1675 Cumberland Pkwy SE
Smyrna, GA 30080
Why we love it: This northwest Atlanta women’s boutique is the perfect place to find unique pieces for one of your nights out on the town. The small store carries
Where to Eat
Souper Jenny (Multiple locations)
1082 Huff Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30318
Why we love it: Souper Jenny is an Atlanta staple, locals flock to this neighborhood café for their delicious made from scratch soups. The neighborhood soup kitchen has several locations around the Atlanta area. The menu changes daily but always features an array of vegetarian and gluten-free options.
299 North Highland Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30307
Why we love it: Hampton + Hudson is a local community gastropub located in Inman Park right on Atlanta’s Beltline trail. Locals love to flock to this bar by bike or on foot for Tuesday night trivia! Hampton + Hudson’s menu has an extensive list of food, beer and wine pairings. For dessert order the fruit cobbler. It’s made with a cornbread crust.
1238 DeKalb Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Why we love it: A visit to Atlanta isn’t complete without a visit to Fox Bros. BBQ. This barbeque joint is an Atlanta institution known for its amazing slow cooked ribs and delicious sides.
541 Edgewood Ave SE
Atlanta, GA 30312
Why we love it: In 2016, Bon Appetit magazine named Staplehouse America’s best restaurant. The restaurant serves farm-to-table cuisine and changes its menu regularly. Staplehouse is the first fully run restaurant non-profit. All proceeds made from Staplehouse go to The Giving Kitchen Initiative which provides financial assistance to those in the restaurant industry who are affected by unanticipated hardship. Chefs at Staplehouse are cooking because they are passionate about food and helping their colleagues in the industry.
Decatur Location
908 W College Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
Inman Park Location
745 Edgewood Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Why we love it: If you are in the mood for a sweet treat, Revolution Doughnuts is an Atlanta favorite. The organic doughnut shop has a cake and yeast style doughnuts. A few of our favorites flavors are the caramel bacon, the salted caramel and the vegan dark chocolate.
Where to Drink
Dr. Bombay’s Underwater Tea Party
1645 McLendon Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Why we love it: You’ll feel like you stepped into a 19-century European tea emporium when visiting Dr. Bombay’s Underwater Tea Party. The café has over 100 teas on the menu and serves high-tea daily. Guests tend to spend hours in the café’s library reading a book from their collection while enjoying freshly baked pastries.
Atlantic Station (Multiple Locations)
232 19th St NW #7100
Atlanta, GA 30363
Roswell
352 S Atlanta St
Roswell, GA 3007
Why we love it: Land of a Thousand Hills is one of the best coffee houses in the Atlanta area. . Our employees love starting their day with one of their hand-crafted lattes. All of the menu items served at the coffee shop are made with sustainable ingredients and are local sourced.
The owners of a Land of a Thousand Hills partner with farmers and community in Rwanda to source their coffee beans. In exchange, they help provide these farmers and community leaders with a living wage and the resources to live a better life.
Where to Play
981 Joseph E Lowery Boulevard Northwest #108
Entrance 3
Atlanta, GA 30318
Why we love it: The Daily is a boutique Pilates studio located in the heart of Atlanta. The Pilates studio offers reformer, mat, and endurances classes for all skill levels. When attending classes at The Daily you’ll experience customized classes to meet your personal fitness needs.
275 Baker St
Atlanta, GA 30313
Why we love it: This 21 and over game room and lounge is just a few blocks away from the Georgia World Congress center. Guests can enjoy the city views while playing arcade games from their childhood while enjoying a drink from the fully stocked bar.
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