Will Their Hodgepodge Menu Be Worthy of a Standing Ovation?
Soon to be serving “international cuisine” in Buckhead, Encore restaurant is slated to open at 2520 Piedmont road northeast this October.
Taking space that was most recently Aliyah’s Island Grill, Encore restaurant will operate under brother and sister team, Oczavia Pittman and Cheryl Witherspoon, who will act as owner and executive chef.
“Encore restaurant will be your home away from home,” said Pittman who describes his new venture as an international grill serving tapas and entrees that remind you of home cooking.
Food items will include everything from seafood and burgers to a baked potato buffet, according to Witherspoon. The 3700 square foot space will have a lounge type feel with a sports centric bar. Valet parking is in place though Pittman says they are working on a lease for the parking lot next door.
“Everyone is going to like what they like and love what they love,” Pittman said when asked how Encore will compare to other Buckhead restaurants. “I can’t say anything bad about any of the restaurants in Buckhead.”
Coming from a musical background, Pittman has written songs, composed gospel music, and has done some R&B records. Banking on his sister’s experience as a chef, catering for Tyler Perry and the Zombieland movie most recently, after an initial interview we’re still deciding on what’s more dysfunctional: the menu or everything else?
Said Pittman as a closing thought, “We’re sure you’re going to want more.”– An encore perhaps?
Encore Restaurant
2520 Piedmont Road Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30324
