Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks opened a new flagship location on January 18 at 300 Marietta St, previously a Waffle House. The ribbon-cutting event featured notable guests, including Jeezy, Killer Mike, Pinky Cole-Hayes, the family of Martin Luther King, Big Tigger, AJ Calloway, David Banner, and T.I.
The Marietta Street flagship boasts standout features like a vibrant outdoor patio, eye-catching neon signage, and a custom-made Liberty Bell installation, paying homage to founder Derrick Hayes’ Philadelphia upbringing. These unique touches create an inviting atmosphere for locals and tourists alike.
The restaurant offers the same menu as the other Big Dave locations, with multiple cheesesteak sandwiches and egg rolls, but will also be adding Halal beef and an 18-inch sandwich atthe location.
For the location, Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks also partnered with Philly Pretzel Factory (the world’s largest pretzel franchise, with over 175 locations across the country). The flagship location will serve freshly baked, hand-twisted soft pretzels that have become synonymous with Philadelphia’s culinary identity.
“Downtown Atlanta is where we started building our legacy, and this flagship represents our commitment to bringing people together through great food and a great vibe,” said Derrick Hayes, founder of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks. “We’re not just opening a restaurant; we’re creating a destination that embodies the heart of both Atlanta and Philly.”
