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Live Nation Entertainment Submits Permit for North Avenue

The entertainment company proposes alterations to a vacant multi-tenant two-story building.

Randy Pechin of Little Spirit Purchases Diesel Filling Station

In a sale brokered by Steven Josovitz of The Shumacher Group, Pechin has taken over the North Highland Avenue NE restaurant space.

Smyrna’s Blue Moon Pizza Receives Permit for Renovations

Following a remodel to the brand’s Buckhead location, Smyrna’s Blue Moon Pizza has received a permit for $7,588.00 worth of renovations.

Rose and Crown Tavern Takes Steps Towards Reopening

The restaurant that closed down to make way for Greystar’s new mixed-use development on Powers Ferry Road has filed a permit application for a buildout.

El Malo to Join Atlanta Dairies

A building permit application indicates a 5,444 square-foot eatery will open in the commercial hub on Memorial Drive.

Buckhead’s Whisky Mistress Changes Ownership

Megdalawit Tessema has assumed ownership of the bar on Maple Dr. from William ‘Billy’ Allen, who in turn will open a new piano bar in the coming months.

Crumbl Cookies to Sweeten the Atlanta Suburbs

Daniel Scott and Josh Christiansen will open four locations of the brand by August 2022; six more are on the forecast.

Roswell Road’s McDonald’s to Undergo Renovations

A building permit application indicates a few changes are in store for the fast-casual at 4362 Roswell Road NE.

Kennesaw’s Queen Tea Expands to Marietta

Joleen Dai will open a second location of her popular bubble tea shop this year.

Stix Asian Cuisine Files Building Permit Application

Chad Dillon of The Boiler will open a second Atlanta restaurant in Midtown.

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