Going to Gunshow is kind of like having dinner at your coolest coworker’s house: It’s loud, fun, and you never quite know what they’re going to serve.

This unique spot in Buckhead is a beach house for half the year and a ski house for the other, serving South African-inspired dishes.

Happy Karaoke is a karaoke bar on Buford Highway - pick a song and some soju.

D92 is a Korean BBQ spot in Decatur that's great for a group of friends who want to eat a lot of meat.

Usually when food and airplanes mix you’re left disappointed, but Downwind is right next to the Dekalb Airport and serves great pub classics.

When you can't quite swing a Hawaii trip, head to Trader Vic's, a tiki bar downtown that's basically made for big groups and birthdays.

Nakato manages to do hibachi without seeming too corny, even during the onion volcano - though you could get sushi or small plates here too.

Bring a bunch of friends to Hae Woon Dae in Doraville for a night of smokey Korean BBQ and plenty of soju.

This restaurant and concert hall in Old Fourth Ward is where you head for a night of belting out old-school classics with a group of friends.

Head to The Colonnade Restaurant in Morningside for a fried chicken dinner in a family-style dining hall, and more than different 30 sides.

Head to Sweetwater Brewery in Armour Yards for beer on a big patio with live music, or to take a tour that includes tastings.

Bilton Bar in Old Fourth Ward serves some of the best cocktails in the city along with unique South African snacks like beef jerky and hand pies.

Aria is a fine dining restaurant in Buckhead with a seasonally changing menu, and great for celebratory dinners and special occasions.

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar in Doraville has a huge selection of Japanese dishes from sushi to ramen, and your food comes on a conveyor belt.

With loud disco music, lots of wine and cocktails, and solid Italian food, Il Localino is definitely where you should go for your next birthday,