Candler park staple Gato, which has hosted and helped foster numerous pop-ups over its 10-year lifespan, will transform into Gigi’s Italian Kitchen full-time in August, owner Nicholas Stinson confirmed with Eater Atlanta.
This is not a closure, but instead a new chapter, Stinson says. The space itself will not undergo major changes, and some of Gato’s staff is staying on — in fact, they’re already working shifts under both operations. Gato’s vibe and ethos will remain intact.