Atlanta Marriott Marquis Unveils Complete Restaurant Renovation

ATLANTA, Dec. 20, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlanta Marriott Marquis readies for the completion of the renovation of its in-house downtown Atlanta restaurant, Sear, with plans to reopen the doors in late December. An Atlanta favorite, the acclaimed restaurant has long offered guests a unique open kitchen experience along with its popular specialty bourbon bar. The renovation includes a stunning interior redesign and menu refresh, designed to capture the patronage of longtime Atlanta guests and visitors alike.

Atrium at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis.

“Sear has been a stronghold in the Atlanta community for quite some time,” said General Manager Erica Qualls-Battey. “We feel this renovation parallels the resurgence of the culinary scene in Midtown, Downtown and surrounding neighborhoods as the city of Atlanta continues to position itself as a cutting edge culinary destination. Our talented culinarians deserve a look that matches their talent.”

The Marriott team has worked with top designer, HeCho, Inc. to create a dining experience that incorporates a unique steakhouse atmosphere. True to its name, the newly renovated Sear will be a fire-inspired American steakhouse with local flair, incorporating ingredients from Georgia and Alabama farms. Patrons will also be able to experience a selection of signature craft cocktails and a specialty bourbon bar offering over 20 local bourbon selections.

The redesign of the restaurant in downtown Atlanta, Georgia also includes an open floor plan, a private waiting area with nearby bar and art elements. To complement the theme of local-centric iconography, and Sear’s menu of locally-sourced cuisine, artwork by local artist Lynx Nguyen will be etched into the back wall.

“This renovation has taken inspiration from John Portman’s beautiful architecture in the Atlanta Marriott Marquis,” said Meinrad Lang III, Director of Sales and Marketing for the hotel. “Every selection in the design was hand-picked or hand-crafted with care, similar to the way the restaurants renowned chefs curate their dishes from scratch. We believe this will result in a perfect pairing of a fresh new menu and design aesthetic that will complement one another perfectly. The whole team is excited to share the new, modern Sear with the greater Atlanta community and beyond.”

For private dining in downtown Atlanta, Georgia, the restaurant offers re-designed dining spaces. Options will range from space for an intimate reception of 25 guests up to space for 85 seated guests or reception of 100 guests.

“I am really excited about the energy the chefs have put into the new menu,” hotel manager George Reed said. “And the new selection of craft cocktails will enhance our lounge-like offerings; further solidifying Atlanta Marriott Marquis as a great gathering place.”

Sear will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner later this year, and in the meantime, the onsite sports bar High Velocity will be open for extended hours.

For more information, or to book a stay at the hotel, guests can call 404-521-0000.

About Atlanta Marriott Marquis

Located in downtown, the Atlanta Marriott Marquis is an iconic hotel in Atlanta’s heart. Its lobby features a spectacular atrium, which is anchored by the 50-foot color-changing sail of Pulse, the hotel’s vibrant cocktail lounge. Situated in the Peachtree Center, the hotel places travelers near a MARTA rail station, Georgia World Congress Center and AmericasMart Atlanta. Its spacious guest rooms all feature stunning cityscape views, state-of-the-art technology and serious creature comforts. Guests are invited to indulge and dine at one of five unique dining destinations, including Sear steakhouse, find urban calm in The Spa, the hotel’s signature wellness destination, or break a sweat in the hotel’s 24-hour fitness center. Rising as the preeminent meetings terminus of the South, Atlanta Marriott Marquis boasts more than 160,000 square feet of meeting space, making it the preferred hotel among savvy business travelers.

CONTACT: Atlanta Marriott Marquis
265 Peachtree Center Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia 30303 USA
+1 404-521-0000
https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/atlmq-atlanta-marriott-marquis/