The James Beard Foundation announced its 2026 Restaurant and Chef Awards finalists on Tuesday, with two Atlanta restaurants making the cut.
The James Beard Awards are one of the culinary industry’s most prestigious honors. The awards aim to acknowledge “exceptional talent and achievement in the culinary arts, hospitality, media and broader food system, as well as a demonstrated commitment to equity, community, sustainability, and a culture where all can thrive,” according to the organization’s website.
Eleven restaurants in Georgia were named semifinalists for this year’s awards in January.
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