Cousins signs five more tenants for Emory Point

Five more shops and eateries have signed on to the new Emory Point project in northeast Atlanta, Cousins Properties today announced in a press release.

Burgerfi, Bonefish Grill, Paradise Biryani Pointe, LOFT and Francesca’s Collections, are the latest additions to the mix of national and local brands at Emory Point, the $100+ million mixed-use development.

Burgerfi, the Florida-based casual restaurant known for its gourmet burgers, is new to the Atlanta market after growing to 22 locations throughout the Southeast, Northeast and West Coast.

The concept resembles hamburger stands from the 1950s and 1960s, but with a twist: it only serves all-natural, grass-fed beef with no chemicals or additives. The restaurant menu includes gourmet toppings, desserts, craft beer and wine.

Bonefish Grill, founded in 2000 in St. Petersburg, Fla., currently has eight locations in Georgia. The restaurant specializes in market-fresh fish and other wood-grilled specialties and prides itself on creating an experience that draws on simplicity, quality and consistency in food, service, ambiance and value.

Paradise Biryani Pointe offers many variations of biryani, a popular, rice-based dish, and features Indian, Persian and Middle Eastern inspired dishes in a unique café atmosphere. This will be the chain’s second location in Georgia.

Two new women’s shops have also chosen Emory Point. LOFT is one of two brands by women’s clothier Ann Taylor Inc. Francesca’s Collections is an eclectic women’s boutique that offers an affordable collection of apparel, gifts, and accessories all handpicked from around the world. Opened in 1999, Francesca’s Collection is one of the fastest growing women’s fashion retailers in the country with locations in more than 41 states.

Emory Point is now 82 percent committed. Its retailers, restaurants and professional services are expected to have staggered openings starting in November.

“As the fall openings near, we’re excited to add to the list of local and national brands at Emory Point,” Mike Cohn, Cousins’ executive vice president, said in the release.

“We’re committed to bringing a diverse collection of brands to the project and believe the shops and restaurants will have a positive impact on the surrounding neighborhoods and communities.”

Other retailers, restaurants and professional services previously announced at Emory Point by Cousins include: fab’rik, Lizard Thicket, American Threads, The General Muir, La Tagliatella, Jazmin Spa, JoS. A. Bank Clothiers, Marlow’s Tavern, Tin Lizzy’s and CVS, among others.

Photo courtesy of Emory Point.