There’s a magical quality to Cuevacia, the new modern Mexican restaurant in Colony Square, a bit like the wardrobe portal to Narnia.

Brief reviews of Buddy Buddy, Close Company and the Westwood.

Restaurant reviews will now be rated on a 5-star scale after readers expressed confusion about the prior 4-star system.

The new Asian restaurant from experienced, local restaurateurs John and Grace Lee is a triumph in nearly every respect. This review uses a new 5-star rating system.

The name of the game here is big portions, big red wines and big prices. And be sure to finish that steak.

Bobo Izakaya brings consistent Japanese food, great value and a fun atmosphere to the Toco Hill shopping center.

Siena, a new "Medi-talian" restaurant in Alpharetta, has a distinct but difficult-to-characterize European quality.

Luella, a new restaurant in the space formerly occupied by The Ivy, has swapped fraternity tank tops and Fireball shots for a tailored sport coat and a deep wine list.

The menu holds several beautifully executed dishes, the service is polished, and the excellent desserts are made by a rising star, pastry chef Maximilian Lucas.

Amid the hype, accolades, long lines and social media frenzy, the Central Texas-style barbecue delivers.