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Le Petit Marche, a popular breakfast spot in Atlanta, is set to reopen with new owners, Osiris Ballard and chef Anthony Sanders, on June 1. Known for its vanilla rum French toast sandwich, the restaurant has a rich history and dedicated following. The establishment will keep its original menu and charming decor while embracing the local community. Former owner Marchet Sparks will serve as a brand ambassador to help transition its legacy. The reopening is eagerly anticipated by loyal patrons who cherish the restaurant’s unique character.
Atlanta, Georgia – Le Petit Marche, a beloved breakfast destination known for its exceptional vanilla rum French toast sandwich, is set to maintain its legacy under new ownership. The restaurant, located on Hosea L. Williams Drive Northeast, will officially reopen its doors to patrons on June 1, 2021, following the acquisition by Osiris Ballard and chef Anthony Sanders, prominent figures in the Atlanta culinary scene.
Le Petit Marche rose to fame for its standout breakfast offering—pieces of vanilla-rum French toast stuffed with scrambled eggs and a choice of bacon, chicken sausage, or veggie sausage, all complemented with a side of syrup. The restaurant’s signature dish garnered notable recognition when food website Chowhound rated it as the best breakfast sandwich in Georgia. This accolade was part of a detailed review process that analyzed customer feedback across platforms like Yelp, TripAdvisor, and Reddit, focusing on restaurants with an impressive average score of 4.5 stars or higher for their breakfast items.
Under the previous ownership of Marchet Sparks, Le Petit Marche built a dedicated following since its opening in 2008, around the time of the economic recession. The eatery transformed from a gourmet market to a popular breakfast hotspot, where long wait times on weekends became a common experience for loyal customers. Despite the difficulties presented by the pandemic, the establishment proved resilient, managing to maintain operations through takeout services.
The transition of ownership occurred after Sparks decided to close the restaurant following her 13-year tenure due to an expired lease. With aspirations in real estate and voice work, Sparks initiated a conversation with Ballard and Sanders regarding a potential collaboration, which ultimately led to their purchase of Le Petit Marche. In her new role, Sparks will act as a brand ambassador for the restaurant, helping to bridge the transition between the past and future of the establishment.
Ballard and Sanders, who also own the widely acclaimed Atlanta Breakfast Club and ABC Chicken and Waffles, have expressed their commitment to preserving the unique character and charm of Le Petit Marche. The new owners have assured patrons that they will maintain the original menu, including its iconic dishes like the French toast sandwiches and grit stacks, as well as the restaurant’s distinctive decor, which features an assortment of mismatched tables and chairs that many locals have come to love.
As the grand reopening approaches, the community looks forward to the continuation of a local favorite that has not only thrived through fluctuations in the economy and changing consumer habits but also served as a comfort and staple to many in the Atlanta area. The expectation is that Le Petit Marche will retain its identity while welcoming new friends and families into the fold, ensuring that the spirit of the restaurant lives on for many years to come.
Overall, the transition in ownership of Le Petit Marche signifies not just a change in management but an extension of its legacy as a cornerstone of Atlanta’s breakfast scene, providing residents with a cherished place to gather and enjoy delicious meals even through times of uncertainty.
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