The new steel Dunwoody gateway signs mark the city limits and were paid for in part with hotel-motel taxes from guests at Dunwoody’s 10 hotels, a portion of which funds Discover Dunwoody. Mark Galvin also covers High Street (Rosetta Bakery, The Hampton Social, CRU, Varuni Napoli, Alo Yoga), CT Cantina and Tierra Coffee at Campus 244 and the Rediscover Dunwoody Trolley Tour.
My birthday trolley tour sold out! If you want to Rediscover Dunwoody, you’ll have to hop on next month’s ride. Mark Galvin from Discover Dunwoody joins me to talk about everything popping up around town, starting with those new steel Dunwoody gateway signs: who paid for them, why they matter and what they mean for the city.
Did you know High Street will eventually be even bigger than Avalon? It’s getting ready for Rosetta Bakery, The Hampton Social, CRU Food & Wine Bar, Varuni Napoli and Alo Yoga. At Campus 244, CT Cantina & Taqueria is drawing crowds, with Tierra Coffee next door and Stäge Kitchen & Bar on the way. And Ashford Place is getting Stone Age Korean Steakhouse and Desi District.
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Who Paid for the Dunwoody Gateway Signs?
The new steel Dunwoody gateway signs got people talking. Mark and I cleared it up: they’re funded in part by hotel taxes. Guests staying at Dunwoody’s 10 hotels pay a hotel-motel tax, and part of it goes to Discover Dunwoody for destination marketing.
So tourists and business travelers help pay for the signs that welcome you to town. And from a branding point of view, they work. They clearly show where Sandy Springs ends and Dunwoody begins.
High Street: Bigger Than Avalon?
Across from Perimeter Mall, High Street already has Velvet Taco and Agave Bandido. Coming soon at the time:
- Rosetta Bakery, an Italian bakery with breads, desserts and sandwiches
- The Hampton Social, the coastal spot famous for its “Rosé All Day” sign
- CRU Food & Wine Bar
- Varuni Napoli, Neapolitan wood-fired pizza
- Alo Yoga
Campus 244: CT Cantina and Tierra Coffee
Campus 244 sits next to the Marriott near the Dunwoody MARTA station. CT Cantina & Taqueria is a big, festive space with a chef-driven menu, and Tierra Coffee next door has its own entrance for coffee and pastries. There’s valet, covered parking, EV charging and a lawn to hang out on. Stäge Kitchen & Bar was coming soon with steak, seafood and sushi.
The Rediscover Dunwoody Trolley Tour
The trolley tour started as a way for hotel staff to learn the city so they could recommend it to guests. Now residents love it too. It’s adults only, about 25 seats, with food and drinks from local restaurants along the way. Reserve a spot at Discover Dunwoody.
Our Local Favorites
- Breadwinner Cafe, home of some of the best cookies in Dunwoody
- Louisiana Bistreaux in the State Farm building, with live music on Fridays and underground parking off Hammond Drive
- Velvet Taco across from High Street, where my family celebrated Cinco de Mayo
Find Events in Dunwoody
Discover Dunwoody listed more than 60 events in May alone. If you’re hosting something public, you can submit it for free.
My Take
Discover Dunwoody and What’s Up Dunwoody have teamed up a lot, and I love it. Mark always knows what’s next. Here’s our follow-up on new restaurants and live music, and my Dunwoody restaurant guide.
Thinking About Moving to Dunwoody?
Between High Street, Campus 244, MARTA, schools and parks like Brook Run, there’s a lot to love. Read my Moving to Dunwoody guide, search Dunwoody homes for sale, or text me or call 404-502-8683.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Dunwoody Gateway Signs
Who paid for the Dunwoody gateway signs?
They were funded in part by hotel-motel taxes paid by guests at Dunwoody hotels, a portion of which goes to Discover Dunwoody for destination marketing.
What is coming to High Street Dunwoody?
At the time of this episode: Rosetta Bakery, The Hampton Social, CRU Food & Wine Bar, Varuni Napoli and Alo Yoga.
What is the Rediscover Dunwoody Trolley Tour?
A small, adults-only trolley tour from Discover Dunwoody with food and drink stops at local restaurants.
Where is Campus 244?
Next to the Marriott near the Dunwoody MARTA station. It is home to CT Cantina & Taqueria and Tierra Coffee.