Buckhead Life Timeline

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  • 1979

    Pano’s & Pauls

    Pano’s & Pauls

    July 1, 1979
  • 1982

    103 West

    103 West

    January 1, 1982
  • 1987

    Buckhead Diner

    Buckhead Diner

    January 1, 1987
  • 1989

    Chops

    Chops

    January 1, 1989

    Atlanta

  • 1991

    Pricci

    Pricci

    January 3, 1991
  • 1993

    Atlanta Fish Market

    Atlanta Fish Market

    January 1, 1993
  • 1994

    Buckhead Bread Co. & Corner Cafe

    Buckhead Bread Co. & Corner Cafe

    January 1, 1994
  • 1994

    Lobster Bar

    Lobster Bar

    January 1, 1994

    Atlanta

  • 2001

    Kyma

    Kyma

    January 1, 2001
  • 2007

    Chops Lobster Bar

    Chops Lobster Bar

    January 1, 2007

    Boca Raton

  • 2008

    City Fish Market

    City Fish Market

    January 1, 2008

    Boca Raton

  • 2009

    Bistro Niko

    Bistro Niko

    January 1, 2009
  • 2013

    Lobster Bar Sea Grille

    Lobster Bar Sea Grille

    January 1, 2013

    Ft, Lauderdale

About Buckhead Life Restaurant Group

On his philosophy for success, Pano has said, “Running a restaurant is not one big thing. It is a thousand little things.” Which is the reason each night, in every restaurant, it is a thousand little things that make the Buckhead Life experience unlike any other.

Subtly-lit, velvet-draped and awash in Old World charm, PANO’S & PAUL’S debuted in 1979 to the acclaim of critics and locals alike. The shared vision of Pano and longtime friend, Chef Paul Albrecht, PANO’S & PAUL’S would defy fine-dining convention with a blend of casual sophistication and innovative gourmet fare. An instant landmark, it was little wonder that PANO’S & PAUL’S, the first Buckhead Life restaurant, would be far from the last.

More than 43 years and 9 internationally renowned restaurants later, the name Pano Karatassos rings synonymous with upscale Atlanta and South Florida dining of every flavor. While CHOPS, PRICCI and ATLANTA FISH MARKET mirror the dark-wooded, traditional sensibilities of forbearer PANO’S & PAUL’S, nouveau concepts such as KYMA and BISTRO NIKO dazzle with super stylish surrounds and chic, clubby vibes. For business or pleasure, Buckhead Life offers a destination perfect for any appetite, mood and occasion.

About Buckhead Life Restaurant Group

Our Team

Today Co-Presidents, Chef Pano Karatassos and Niko Karatassos share the passion of success and know the value of working as a team.

I. Pano Karatassos, Founder/CEO

Niko Karatassos, Co-President

Pano I. Karatassos, Co-President, Corporate Executive Chef

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- Recent Buckhead Life Awards -

Atlanta, GA Restaurants

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“Atlanta’s Top 25 Restaurants”
Atlanta Business Chronicle

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“100 Hottest Restaurants”
Jezebel Magazine

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“Atlanta’s Best Lobster Roll”
Zagat

Bistro Niko Atlanta

“Atlanta’s Top 25 Restaurants”
Atlanta Business Chronicle

Bistro Niko Atlanta

“100 Hottest Restaurants”
Jezebel Magazine

Bistro Niko Atlanta

“Reader’s Pick: Best of ATL”
Creative Loafing

Chops Lobster-Bar-Atlanta

“Best of Atlanta: Best Steaks”
INsite Magazine

Chops Lobster-Bar-Atlanta

“Atlanta’s Top 25 Restaurants”
Atlanta Business Chronicle

Chops Lobster-Bar-Atlanta

“100 Hottest Restaurants: #6”
Jezebel

Corner Cafe logo

“Top 25 Restaurants in Atlanta”
Atlanta Business Chronicle

Corner Cafe logo

“Certificate of Excellence”
TripAdvisor

Corner Cafe logo

“Best Brunch in Atlanta”
OpenTable

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“Atlanta’s Top 25 Restaurants”
Atlanta Business Chronicle

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Chef Pano Karatassos “Reader’s Choice:
Best Chef in Atlanta” by The Atlantan

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“Best of Atlanta: Best Seafood”
INsite Magazine

Pricci Restaurant Logo

“Atlanta’s Top 25 Restaurants”
Atlanta Business Chronicle

Pricci Restaurant Logo

“100 Hottest Restaurants”
Jezebel Magazine

Pricci Restaurant Logo

“Award of Excellence”
Wine Spectator

Boca Raton and Ft. Lauderdale Restaurants

Lobster Bar Sea Grille - Boca Raton

“Award of Excellence”
Wine Spectator

Lobster Bar Sea Grille - Boca Raton

“Certificate of Excellence”
TripAdvisor

Lobster Bar Sea Grille - Boca Raton

“Palm Beach County’s Top 10 Tables”
Palm Beach Illustrated

City Fish Market – Boca Raton logo

“Diner’s Choice Award”
OpenTable

City Fish Market – Boca Raton logo

“Award of Excellence”
Wine Spectator

City Fish Market – Boca Raton logo

“Certificate of Excellence”
TripAdvisor

Lobster Bar Sea Grille - Fort Lauderdale

“Top 7 New Recommended Spots”
Sun-Sentinel

Lobster Bar Sea Grille - Fort Lauderdale

“Critic’s Pick for Best Seafood Restaurant”
New Times Broward-Palm Beach

Lobster Bar Sea Grille - Fort Lauderdale

“Best Seafood Restaurant”
New Times Broward-Palm Beach

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