Roadtrippin': Georgia Force (March 3)

Roadtrippin' will be a twice a week segment this February where I will look at upcoming road games for the Talons and recommendations for things to visit along your way there!

March 3rd: Georgia Force, Atlanta, GA metro area

Kickoff: 3:05 PM

Distance: 809 Miles

Estimated Driving Time: 14 Hours

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This is a long trip, and for the record I will not be attending due to that fact. Most likely will require two to three stops for gas along the way. However, there are some great stops along the way:

Little Rock, AR

The Flying Saucer

323 President Clinton Ave.

www.beerknurd.com

The Flying Saucer is a classic bar/gastropub institution on the main river-walk in Little Rock, Arkansas. As soon as you enter you notice the leather chairs and couches, the old world plates on the ceiling, and plenty of beer on the tables in front of comfortable drinkers. It is the perfect place to grab a quick drink and snack after a long day of driving.

Memphis, TN

Beale Street

www.bealestreet.com

Definitely the gem of this road trip. Whether you’re into the vintage beats of blues and soul or a more contemporary mix of tunes, Beale Street definitely has the music scene covered with everything from blues clubs and live music venues to street festivals such as the Blues First Weekend, the Cajun-themed Zydeco Festival and of course the Beale Street Music Festival.

Other than a great night scene, Beale Street also offers a great selection of foods. Find “pork with an attitude,” along with great blues music at The Pig restaurant. The Rum Boogie Café, Silky O Sullivan’s and Alfred’s On Beale are favorites of the locals. Famous chain restaurants such as the Hard Rock Café, Pat Obrien’s and Coyote Ugly are also sprinkled along Beale.

Atlanta, GA

Chicken & Waffles

529 Peachtree Street NE

www.gladysandron.net

This would be the stop I would most be looking forward to. I have heard about Chicken & Waffles for so long that my taste buds crave the other when I have either. Don't forget to try the Sweet Potato Cheesecake!

Well that covers it for the Georgia trip. Up next? A trip everyone in Oklahoma is use to: Dallas, TX.