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Johns Creek, Georgia Dining

May 14, 20251 min read

Cantina One . 41

Cantina One . 41

Wa chef driven Mexican restaurant with an emphasis on seafood.  Many remember this restaurant as Viande Rouge Steakhouse. They have since become one of the popular Mexican restaurants in greater Atlanta.

Sugo

Sugo 

An inspiring blend of unique Italian family style dishes and sincere hospitality with an absolute dedication to sourcing the best local and sustainable ingredients, Sugo is a tribute to those who came before us.

Mavericks Cantina

Mavericks Cantina  

So-Cal Mexican Cantina, Mavericks, is bursting with culture and innovation. Come hungry, join them for a margarita and some tacos and keep it simple.

Kitchen of Atlanta

Kitchen of Atlanta  

Kitchen of Atlanta serves the highest quality gourmet burgers and signature sandwiches, both infused with their special spices and sauces. Other entrées, like the popular chicken wings, come in many delicious flavors and their pasta dishes boast a flavorful homemade sauce.

Rosa Mia

Rosa Mia  

Family recipes originating from the Adriatic Coast and Fruili regions of Italy, invite you to remember the best of times. Serving regional specialties you won’t find anywhere else, as well as adaptations to satisfy current trends - recipes with respect of their ingredients, create a harmony of flavors with fresh herbs.

Trattoria One 41

Trattoria One 41

Modest, unpretentious, honest, and homemade – that’s the heart and soul of Italian trattoria cooking. Robust food-served without frills or fuss. In Italy, trattorias are found both in the heart of the city and in the country. No matter the location, a trattoria is – in essence – a small, family-run restaurant.

Mary Ellen was born and raised in Long Island, New York. After graduating from college, she worked on Wall Street for JP Morgan in New York City. For the past 25+ years, she has been living in the Alpharetta, Georgia with her husband and daughter. International travel and business are her passions and she loves to go to as many different countries of the world as possible and to indulge in the culture.

Mary Ellen has an outgoing personality and is known to be aggressive in marketing real estate. Her goal is to make YOU happy and she knows that buying and selling houses can be very stressful. Her job is to make it as stress-free as possible. With her background in accounting and finance, she will be able to help you find the best value your money can buy.

Her professional associations and certifications include Atlanta Board of Realtors, Leadership Council for Keller Williams Realty, CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist) and CFIS (Certified Foreign Investor Specialist) as well as being a member of KWGPS (Keller Williams Realty Global Property Specialist). In the past several years, Mary Ellen has worked to achieve several additional designations including CLHMS (Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist), SFR (Short Sale and Foreclosure Specialist, e-Pro Certified and a Certified DRS AgentTM

Mary Ellen Vanaken

Mary Ellen was born and raised in Long Island, New York. After graduating from college, she worked on Wall Street for JP Morgan in New York City. For the past 25+ years, she has been living in the Alpharetta, Georgia with her husband and daughter. International travel and business are her passions and she loves to go to as many different countries of the world as possible and to indulge in the culture. Mary Ellen has an outgoing personality and is known to be aggressive in marketing real estate. Her goal is to make YOU happy and she knows that buying and selling houses can be very stressful. Her job is to make it as stress-free as possible. With her background in accounting and finance, she will be able to help you find the best value your money can buy. Her professional associations and certifications include Atlanta Board of Realtors, Leadership Council for Keller Williams Realty, CIPS (Certified International Property Specialist) and CFIS (Certified Foreign Investor Specialist) as well as being a member of KWGPS (Keller Williams Realty Global Property Specialist). In the past several years, Mary Ellen has worked to achieve several additional designations including CLHMS (Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist), SFR (Short Sale and Foreclosure Specialist, e-Pro Certified and a Certified DRS AgentTM

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