Summerhill, historically a neighborhood for formerly enslaved people and Jewish immigrants, faced decline after social unrest in the 1960s. Its revival began in 2017 post-Braves relocation, with significant developments by a local developer. The area now boasts thriving businesses, such as bakeries and restaurants. One standout, Little Bear, emphasizes local ingredients and Southern dishes, showcasing a blend of traditions. Community regeneration has made Summerhill a lively destination year-round, attracting visitors beyond game days.
Summerhill's rebirth started in 2017, after the Braves moved out of Turner Field and Georgia State University took over the stadium, which anchors the area's northwestern corner.
Back then Georgia Avenue, its commercial corridor, was filled with general stores and a theater. But social unrest in the 1960s led to a decades-long decline; homes were boarded up and stores shut down.
These days when I drive through, I see bakeries, barbecue joints, and beer gardens-not to mention restored bungalows on tree-lined streets.
Chef-owner, Jarrett Stieber, draws on his Jewish heritage and Atlanta roots to update classic Southern dishes.
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