Cascade History

The Beautiful Restaurant

Cooking with Love and Scripture: The History of The Beautiful Restaurant

Chapter 1: The Residential Roots and the Tragedies of 1935

The commercial district of Cascade Heights is defined by buildings that have continually adapted to serve the shifting needs of Southwest Atlanta. Long before it became a legendary soul food institution, the property located at 2260 Cascade Road SW was a residential home, witnessing the quiet milestones and sudden tragedies of the neighborhood’s early inhabitants.

In the late summer of 1935, the residence at 2260 Cascade Road became the focal point of a bizarre and tragic historical coincidence. Within a 24-hour period, three different men living at the address passed away. On Wednesday afternoon, September 11, 1935, 72-year-old Henry Powers Lewis died at the residence.[1] He was survived by his wife, two daughters, two sons, a sister, and a brother.[2] His funeral services were held the following afternoon at the chapel of Awtry & Lowndes, with interment at West View Cemetery.[3]

That same Wednesday, J.F. Payne, a 63-year-old retired superintendent of the Southern Cotton Oil Company who also resided at 2260 Cascade Road, died at a private hospital.[4], [5] The very next afternoon, on Thursday, September 12, 55-year-old John P. McDonald, who was employed as a cashier at the Southern Cotton Oil Company and lived at the same 2260 Cascade Road address as his former superintendent, died suddenly of a heart attack.[6] McDonald was stricken while driving home from his office, causing his automobile to run onto the sidewalk on Whitehall Street.[7] This staggering concentration of loss suggests the property may have functioned as a boarding house or a large shared estate for colleagues during the Great Depression.

The property remained a residential home through the post-World War II housing boom. In December 1952, 62-year-old Mrs. O.D. Bearden passed away at her home at 2260 Cascade Road.[8] The following spring, the home saw both mourning and celebration. In early April 1953, Mrs. J. Frank Meador passed away at the residence.[9] Just days later, the house was occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Berger. Joseph Berger, a retired grocer who had moved to Atlanta from New York in 1905, celebrated his fiftieth wedding anniversary with his wife at the residence, surrounded by their three children and six grandchildren.[10]

Chapter 2: Trampolines, The Milk Jug, and Commercial Conversion

As the Cascade corridor rapidly commercialized in the late 1950s and early 1960s, the residential properties along the main thoroughfare were targeted for redevelopment. In 1960, local entrepreneur Tom Crowder capitalized on a nationwide fad and converted the 2260 Cascade Road property into a “trampoline center.” This open-air amusement required no formal building, just deep holes dug into the earth so the trampolines sat flush with the ground level. Situated conveniently next to the Sinclair Service Station and across from the Gulf Station, the center allowed neighborhood children and teenagers to pay for thirty-minute jumping sessions.[11] However, local memory recalls that the ground-level trampolines were hazardous, resulting in frequent injuries for the neighborhood youth, which likely contributed to the center’s short lifespan.

By January 1961, the property was listed in the local classifieds as a vacant 50-by-200-foot commercially zoned lot, offered for sale at $15,000.[12] In 1965, Mrs. M.J. Black purchased the lot and constructed a small, 1,100-square-foot brick store building, permanently replacing the trampolines with a traditional commercial storefront.[13]

By May 1966, this new brick building was operating as a Milk Jug Drive-In Store. The dairy and convenience store chain served the transitioning neighborhood with household staples, launching an “11 Big Days Spring Sale” from May 12 through May 22.[14] The store’s inventory and pricing perfectly captured the era’s economy. They advertised 93-cent gallons of Little River Farms brand homogenized milk (“The Richest Milk in Town With 4% Butter Fat”), 49-cent two-loaf bread bundles, and 69-cent pounds of bacon.[15] The store was a haven for local children, offering 79-cent half-gallons of Little River Farms ice cream, $3.09 “Freezer Paks” containing four half-gallons, and 99-cent dozens of Ice Cream Sandwiches, Eskimo Pies, and Drumsticks.[16] The location at 2260 Cascade Road was one of ten Milk Jug stores operating across the metro area, providing a quick-stop shop for the community.[17] Following its stint as a dairy store, the building briefly operated as a commercial laundry establishment during the 1970s.[18]

Chapter 3: The Perfect Church and a New Vision

In the late 1970s, this modest brick building was acquired by a highly organized, deeply devoted religious congregation located directly across the street at 2257 Cascade Road. Originally known as The Real Church of God, and later renamed The Perfect Church, the congregation was led by Elder James Robert Chambers.[19], [20] Elder Chambers was a charismatic minister and religious broadcaster who oversaw a flock of approximately 150 members.[21], [22]

The Perfect Church operated on a strict model of cooperative economics. Members were required to tithe heavily, with some contributing up to thirty percent of their income to the church.[23] These funds were pooled to establish a network of church-owned businesses designed to employ parishioners and fund their ministry. By the 1980s, the church’s corporate portfolio included a dry cleaner, a laundromat, a grocery store, and a fleet of commercial properties.[24]

In the late 1970s, the church began preparing the 2260 Cascade Road property for its next evolution. The community effort was highly visible; local residents recall seeing the women of the church sitting in the front space of Whitaker’s Real Estate office next door, diligently picking greens, cleaning corn, and peeling sweet and white potatoes to prepare for the restaurant’s opening.

On September 30, 1979, the church officially opened the dining establishment.[25] They named it The Beautiful Restaurant, drawing direct inspiration from the biblical scripture Acts 3:2, which references a man being carried to “the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful.”[26] According to General Manager Lenora Reese, the restaurant was not initially intended for the general public. “The church members wanted a place where they could eat healthy food after church services,” Reese explained. “As word began to get around about the restaurant, non-members of The Perfect Church started coming to the restaurant.”[27] Deacon Ken Montgomery echoed this, noting that it was difficult for the congregation to find a suitable place to dine out on Sundays, so they built the 35-seat restaurant for themselves.[28] However, the plan to keep it exclusive quickly failed. “The neighborhood came in and took it, so we still didn’t have a place to go,” Montgomery laughed.[29] To accommodate the soaring demand, the church doubled the restaurant’s size within two years, expanding it to seat 100 patrons.[30]

Chapter 4: Pioneering “Healthy” Soul Food

Decades before the broader culinary world embraced health-conscious Southern cooking, The Beautiful Restaurant pioneered the concept. The church’s religious principles dictated a strict dietary code that fundamentally altered traditional soul food recipes. The kitchen absolutely refused to use pork in any of its dishes, substituting smoked turkey and beef to season their legendary collard greens and vegetables.[31]

Furthermore, the food was cooked entirely without salt. The chefs relied heavily on a proprietary blend of herbs, spices, and plants to flavor the meals.[32] The results were widely celebrated by local food critics. In a 1998 review for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Krista Reese praised the kitchen’s execution, noting the “aromatic baked chicken steeped in gravy” and the beef ribs that were “rendered to gooey tenderness and slathered with rich sauce.”[33] The vegetables were allowed to retain their fresh taste without being overloaded with pork, served alongside outstanding cornbread baked in crisp mini-loaves.[34] For their famous homemade desserts, which included sweet potato pie, peach cobbler, blackberry pie, and banana pudding topped with lightly browned meringue, the kitchen substituted honey for refined sugar.[35], [36] The restaurant also became famous for its breakfast menu, serving salmon, cheese eggs, cheese grits, and made-to-order wheat pancakes. This commitment to health was so profound that local doctors began explicitly advising their patients with dietary restrictions to eat at The Beautiful.[37]

The atmosphere inside the restaurant was a direct extension of the congregation’s faith. The interior, designed by part-owner Gloria Daniel, featured mirrors and wood paneling installed by church members who donated their carpentry skills, macrame plant hangers, and upholstery work free of charge.[38] The dining room was impeccably clean, and the staff operated with a quiet, joyful reverence. Waitresses wore modest, long dresses and no makeup, serving customers while gospel music played softly in the background.[39]

“The cash registers were even programmed to print ‘Praise the Lord’ or ‘Jesus Saves’ directly onto the customers’ receipts.”[40]

Chapter 5: The Round-Table and the Celebrity Crossroads

The combination of exceptional food and a welcoming atmosphere turned The Beautiful Restaurant into a massive commercial success. To accommodate the demand, the restaurant expanded its hours, operating 24 hours a day from Thursday through Saturday.[41] The cafeteria line frequently stretched out the door, drawing a remarkably diverse clientele. Blue-collar workers in overalls stood in line next to the city’s most powerful political and cultural figures.

For the local community, the restaurant became a second home. A dedicated group of retired men and women, affectionately known as “The Round-Table,” gathered daily to eat, network, and socialize for hours. Regulars like Willie Jones, Jonny Love, and Charlene Farrior viewed the restaurant as their own personal kitchen, praising the vegan options and the “Cheers”-like atmosphere where everybody knew their name.[42] The restaurant was also a reliable haven during the holidays. As noted in the 2000 Atlanta Journal-Constitution Holiday Dining Guide, The Beautiful was one of the few establishments in the city to remain open on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day from 7:00 a.m. to midnight, ensuring the community always had a place to gather.[43]

The restaurant also became the unofficial dining room for Atlanta’s Black elite. Regular patrons included Mayor Andrew Young, Mayor Maynard Jackson, Public Safety Commissioner Reginald Eaves, and civil rights icon Julian Bond.[44], [45] National celebrities flocked to the Cascade Road location when visiting the city. Music legends Roberta Flack, LL Cool J, Snoop Dogg, and Gladys Knight were known to stop by, alongside actors Wesley Snipes, Boris Kodjoe, and Monique.[46], [47] The restaurant’s reputation extended to tourists as well; the 2002 Library Journal “Atlanta à la Carte” guide explicitly recommended The Beautiful Restaurant’s buffet to visiting librarians and convention-goers exploring the city beyond downtown.[48]

Despite the star power, the restaurant maintained its strict, humble ethos. There were no celebrity photos on the walls, and employees were strictly forbidden from asking for autographs. Celebrities like Jesse Jackson were expected to stand in the cafeteria line just like everyone else.[49] Church member Cynthia Phillips fondly recalled serving actor Denzel Washington, who held her hand and called her “sweetie” when paying for his meal.[50] The kitchen’s reputation spread nationwide; they routinely catered for Turner Sports and Charles Barkley, and even shipped their famous cakes as far away as Las Vegas for Michael Jackson’s mother.[51]

Chapter 6: Civic Hub and Expansion

Because it was a trusted, Black-owned institution, the restaurant frequently served as a staging ground for civic and political mobilization. On October 22, 1988, Henrietta Canty and the Southwest Fulton Republican Women’s Federation Club held a highly publicized meeting at the 2260 Cascade Road location.[52] The group gathered over breakfast to discuss alleged discriminatory hiring practices at the Cascade Heights Post Office, noting that a Black employee had never been promoted to manager at the branch.[53] The meeting also addressed the growing economic rift between Black residents and Korean business owners in Southwest Atlanta, proving the restaurant was a vital forum for addressing the community’s most pressing issues.[54]

The success of the Cascade location allowed The Perfect Church to expand its culinary empire. By the mid-1980s, The Beautiful Restaurant operated four distinct locations across the metro area. According to the 1985 Essence Directory of Black-Owned Restaurants, the church operated the original 2260 Cascade Road location, a branch at 397 Auburn Avenue, a location at 3139 Glenwood Road in Decatur, and a massive facility at 802 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive [formerly Gordon Road], which was the largest of the four and featured a dedicated banquet room with a seating capacity of 100 for catered functions.[55], [56]

These satellite locations also hosted major civic events, including a June 1988 forum by the Minority Opportunity Network featuring State Senator Arthur Langford discussing bank redlining and minority business set-asides at the Decatur branch.[57] The church’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday advertisements in the Atlanta Daily World tracked the gradual consolidation of this empire. By 1987, the MLK Drive location had closed, leaving three restaurants.[58] By the early 1990s, the church operated just the Cascade and Auburn Avenue locations, alongside a Bake & Sandwich Shop at 1800 Stanton Road in East Point.[59] The Auburn Avenue location (situated at the corner of Auburn and Jackson Street) was eventually destroyed by fire, leaving the Cascade Road flagship as the sole surviving restaurant.[60]

Chapter 7: Late Nights and True Crime

Operating a 24-hour restaurant in a major metropolitan city inevitably brought the quiet, church-run establishment into contact with the chaotic realities of Atlanta’s nightlife. The most infamous incident occurred in the early morning hours of Sunday, September 23, 1990.

Historical Context: The Bobby Brown Arrest
At approximately 5:00 a.m., R&B superstar Bobby Brown and his brother, Tommy Brown, were involved in a major altercation inside The Beautiful Restaurant on Cascade Road.[61] According to the official police report, Officer D. Ware entered the restaurant and found Tommy Brown and another man arguing, with a fight about to break out.[62] When Officer Ware attempted to calm the situation, Tommy Brown allegedly cursed and threatened the officer.[63]

Two backup police units arrived, and Tommy Brown was placed under arrest for assault.[64] As a crowd began to gather, officers ordered everyone to leave the restaurant to disperse the tension.[65] Bobby Brown, then 21 years old and at the absolute height of his musical fame, refused to leave without his brother.[66] After being warned twice, Bobby attempted to intercede on his brother’s behalf, complaining about the officer’s treatment.[67] The officers determined Bobby was interfering with their duties and arrested the singer on charges of disorderly conduct, hauling both brothers to the Atlanta Municipal Court.[68]

Chapter 8: An Enduring Legacy

The congregation faced a profound loss when Elder James Robert Chambers died suddenly in September 1983 at the age of 61.[69] He was survived by his wife, Pauline Chambers, his daughters Precious Gibson and Paulette Chambers, his son Phillip Chambers, his sisters Precious Eason, Ethel Kate Lovett, and Annie Bell Heard, and his brothers Jack C. Chambers and Virdie Wesley Chambers.[70] He was buried at Westview Cemetery, leaving behind a thriving religious and commercial organization.[71] In 1988, the church went to court to formally determine the ownership of the businesses, winning the legal battle and placing all holdings under the name of Beautiful Restaurant Inc.[72] Leadership of The Perfect Church and its enterprises transitioned to Pastor Ronald Williams, who continued to uphold the strict, loving standards that defined the restaurant.[73]

The restaurant’s cultural footprint continued to expand. In the mid-1990s, the legendary Atlanta hip-hop group Goodie Mob immortalized the restaurant in their song “Soul Food,” rapping about searching for a place to eat on a day “when mama ain’t cook in’” and noting the long line at The Beautiful.[74] The restaurant’s culinary excellence was formally recognized by the National African American Culinary Arts and Hospitality Association, which awarded The Beautiful Restaurant a 5-foot-tall trophy commemorating their contributions to the industry.[75] In 2005, the restaurant was prominently featured in the PBS television documentary “The Rise of The Southern Biscuit.”[76]

While the restaurant temporarily stopped serving its famous morning meal in 2020, the beloved breakfast service was triumphantly brought back on Saturdays in 2023, allowing a new generation to enjoy their fluffy, whole-wheat pancakes and cheesy eggs.[77] Today, The Beautiful Restaurant remains a beloved institution in Cascade Heights. It stands as a testament to the vision of a small, dedicated congregation that believed food cooked with love, health, and scripture could nourish an entire city.

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Footnotes & Citations (Click to Expand)
Citations:
  1. “HENRY POWERS LEWIS PASSES AT RESIDENCE,” The Atlanta Constitution, September 12, 1935, 8. ↑
  2. “HENRY POWERS LEWIS PASSES AT RESIDENCE,” The Atlanta Constitution, September 12, 1935, 8. ↑
  3. “HENRY POWERS LEWIS PASSES AT RESIDENCE,” The Atlanta Constitution, September 12, 1935, 8. ↑
  4. “J. F. Payne Passes; Funeral on Friday,” The Atlanta Constitution, September 12, 1935, 7. ↑
  5. “J. F. Payne’s Funeral Is Held at Spring Hill,” The Atlanta Journal, September 13, 1935, 27. ↑
  6. “John P. McDonald Dies Driving Auto,” The Atlanta Journal, September 13, 1935, 27. ↑
  7. “John P. McDonald Dies Driving Auto,” The Atlanta Journal, September 13, 1935, 27. ↑
  8. “Mrs. O. D. Bearden,” The Atlanta Constitution, December 15, 1952, 24. ↑
  9. “Mrs. J. Frank Meador,” The Atlanta Journal, April 5, 1953, 36. ↑
  10. “Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Berger,” The Atlanta Journal, April 6, 1953, 7. ↑
  11. NPS Form 10-900, “Cascade Heights Commercial Historic District,” April 21, 2012, 22. ↑
  12. “Classified Advertisements,” The Atlanta Constitution, January 28, 1961, 21. ↑
  13. NPS Form 10-900, “Cascade Heights Commercial Historic District,” April 21, 2012, 22. ↑
  14. Display Advertisement for Milk Jug Drive-In Stores, The Atlanta Constitution, May 12, 1966, 28. ↑
  15. Display Advertisement for Milk Jug Drive-In Stores, The Atlanta Constitution, May 12, 1966, 28. ↑
  16. Display Advertisement for Milk Jug Drive-In Stores, The Atlanta Constitution, May 12, 1966, 28. ↑
  17. Display Advertisement for Milk Jug Drive-In Stores, The Atlanta Constitution, May 12, 1966, 28. ↑
  18. “Beautiful Eatery Serves Rare Treats,” The Atlanta Constitution, March 20, 1980, 29. ↑
  19. “The Beautiful Restaurant caters to all types,” The Atlanta Journal, November 11, 1982, 171. ↑
  20. “Enterprising church has divine business sense,” The Atlanta Journal, November 17, 1994, 145. ↑
  21. “BE PERFECT,” The Atlanta Journal, January 12, 1983, 35. ↑
  22. “Funeral Held For Chambers Founder Of Perfect Church,” Atlanta Daily World, September 25, 1983, 5. ↑
  23. “BE PERFECT,” The Atlanta Journal, January 12, 1983, 35. ↑
  24. “Enterprising church has divine business sense,” The Atlanta Journal, November 17, 1994, 145. ↑
  25. Kimathi Lewis, “Our First Year: At The Beautiful Restaurant Many Gather for Fun, Fellowship,” Cascade Patch, February 10, 2011. ↑
  26. “Our History,” The Beautiful Restaurant Official Website. ↑
  27. “‘Beautiful’ Only Cooks With Love,” Atlanta Daily World, January 25, 2001, 3. ↑
  28. Kimathi Lewis, “Our First Year: At The Beautiful Restaurant Many Gather for Fun, Fellowship,” Cascade Patch, February 10, 2011. ↑
  29. Kimathi Lewis, “Our First Year: At The Beautiful Restaurant Many Gather for Fun, Fellowship,” Cascade Patch, February 10, 2011. ↑
  30. Kimathi Lewis, “Our First Year: At The Beautiful Restaurant Many Gather for Fun, Fellowship,” Cascade Patch, February 10, 2011. ↑
  31. “The Beautiful Restaurant caters to all types,” The Atlanta Journal, November 11, 1982, 171. ↑
  32. “Beautiful Eatery Serves Rare Treats,” The Atlanta Constitution, March 20, 1980, 29. ↑
  33. Krista Reese, “GOOD AND CHEAP A Beautiful choice for fresh veggies,” The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, October 30, 1998, Q3. ↑
  34. Krista Reese, “GOOD AND CHEAP A Beautiful choice for fresh veggies,” The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, October 30, 1998, Q3. ↑
  35. “Beautiful Eatery Serves Rare Treats,” The Atlanta Constitution, March 20, 1980, 29. ↑
  36. Krista Reese, “GOOD AND CHEAP A Beautiful choice for fresh veggies,” The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, October 30, 1998, Q3. ↑
  37. “‘Beautiful’ Only Cooks With Love,” Atlanta Daily World, January 25, 2001, 3. ↑
  38. “Beautiful Eatery Serves Rare Treats,” The Atlanta Constitution, March 20, 1980, 29. ↑
  39. “BE PERFECT,” The Atlanta Journal, January 12, 1983, 35. ↑
  40. “BE PERFECT,” The Atlanta Journal, January 12, 1983, 35. ↑
  41. “‘Beautiful’ Only Cooks With Love,” Atlanta Daily World, January 25, 2001, 1. ↑
  42. Kimathi Lewis, “Our First Year: At The Beautiful Restaurant Many Gather for Fun, Fellowship,” Cascade Patch, February 10, 2011. ↑
  43. H.M. Cauley, “Let restaurants do the cooking,” The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, December 21, 2000, XJD1. ↑
  44. “The Beautiful Restaurant caters to all types,” The Atlanta Journal, November 11, 1982, 171. ↑
  45. “Beautiful Eatery Serves Rare Treats,” The Atlanta Constitution, March 20, 1980, 29. ↑
  46. “The Beautiful Restaurant caters to all types,” The Atlanta Journal, November 11, 1982, 171. ↑
  47. Kimathi Lewis, “Our First Year: At The Beautiful Restaurant Many Gather for Fun, Fellowship,” Cascade Patch, February 10, 2011. ↑
  48. Crit Stuart and Celeste Tibbets, “Atlanta à la Carte,” Library Journal, June 1, 2002, 88. ↑
  49. Kimathi Lewis, “Our First Year: At The Beautiful Restaurant Many Gather for Fun, Fellowship,” Cascade Patch, February 10, 2011. ↑
  50. Kimathi Lewis, “Our First Year: At The Beautiful Restaurant Many Gather for Fun, Fellowship,” Cascade Patch, February 10, 2011. ↑
  51. Kimathi Lewis, “Our First Year: At The Beautiful Restaurant Many Gather for Fun, Fellowship,” Cascade Patch, February 10, 2011. ↑
  52. “Meeting Saturday To Address Charges Of Job Discrimination,” Atlanta Daily World, October 21, 1988, 1. ↑
  53. “Meeting Saturday To Address Charges Of Job Discrimination,” Atlanta Daily World, October 21, 1988, 2. ↑
  54. “Meeting Saturday To Address Charges Of Job Discrimination,” Atlanta Daily World, October 21, 1988, 1. ↑
  55. “Display Ad 10,” Atlanta Daily World, September 1, 1985, 6. ↑
  56. “Display Ad 16,” Atlanta Daily World, January 19, 1986, 7. ↑
  57. “MONI To Meet June 7th,” Atlanta Daily World, June 7, 1988, 2. ↑
  58. “Display Ad 7,” Atlanta Daily World, January 18, 1987, 6. ↑
  59. “Display Ad 6,” Atlanta Daily World, January 20, 1991, 6. ↑
  60. Kimathi Lewis, “Our First Year: At The Beautiful Restaurant Many Gather for Fun, Fellowship,” Cascade Patch, February 10, 2011. ↑
  61. “VIDEO POSTCARD,” Atlanta Daily World, September 27, 1990, 1. ↑
  62. “Ga. Briefs: Singer Bobby Brown Arrested,” Atlanta Daily World, September 27, 1990, 2. ↑
  63. “Ga. Briefs: Singer Bobby Brown Arrested,” Atlanta Daily World, September 27, 1990, 2. ↑
  64. “Local Briefs,” Atlanta Daily World, September 27, 1990, 2. ↑
  65. “Ga. Briefs: Singer Bobby Brown Arrested,” Atlanta Daily World, September 27, 1990, 2. ↑
  66. “Ga. Briefs: Singer Bobby Brown Arrested,” Atlanta Daily World, September 27, 1990, 2. ↑
  67. “Ga. Briefs: Singer Bobby Brown Arrested,” Atlanta Daily World, September 27, 1990, 2. ↑
  68. “Local Briefs,” Atlanta Daily World, September 27, 1990, 2. ↑
  69. “Funeral Held For Chambers Founder Of Perfect Church,” Atlanta Daily World, September 25, 1983, 5. ↑
  70. “Funeral Held For Chambers Founder Of Perfect Church,” Atlanta Daily World, September 25, 1983, 5. ↑
  71. “Funeral Held For Chambers Founder Of Perfect Church,” Atlanta Daily World, September 25, 1983, 5. ↑
  72. “Enterprising church has divine business sense,” The Atlanta Journal, November 17, 1994, 145. ↑
  73. “Beautiful Restaurant serves up food and a lot of information,” The Atlanta Journal, August 14, 1994, 294. ↑
  74. Angela Hansberger, “Breakfast like your mama’s: Pancakes, cheesy eggs are back at Beautiful Restaurant,” The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, December 31, 2023, E12. ↑
  75. “Auburn Ave. Is Home To African American Culinary Arts Museum,” Atlanta Daily World, Undated. ↑
  76. “Our History,” The Beautiful Restaurant Official Website. ↑
  77. Angela Hansberger, “Breakfast like your mama’s: Pancakes, cheesy eggs are back at Beautiful Restaurant,” The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, December 31, 2023, E12. ↑
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