Painters' Restaurant

Painters' Restaurant, an art-themed establishment in Brookhaven, was reborn after being ravaged by a fire in May 2012.

Colorful artwork and vintage wooden shutters decorate the dining room at Painters' Restaurant in Brookhaven.

A trapeze-artist sculpture contributes to the whimsical scene at Painters' Restaurant in Brookhaven, which specializes in lively local artwork, on the walls and on the plate.

At Painters' Restaurant in Brookhaven, the seating arrangements go from taller bar chairs to booth sections that float in, plus your basic tables for two and four design, giving the crowded establishment a multilevel feel. Plenty of brown paper covers the tables, along with crayons in case you become inspired enough to contribute to the decor.

Chef Luis Marin in the kitchen at Painters' Restaurant in Brookhaven.

Stuffed steamed pork buns are a highlight at Painters' Restaurant in Brookhaven.

Juicy barbecued ribs are served with a slab of corn bread at Painters' Restaurant in Brookhaven.

Crisp and juicy buttermilk fried chicken is served with corn on the cob at Painters' Restaurant in Brookhaven.

The Georgia O'Keeffe "genius burger" is finished with bacon and onion straws and served with fries, pickle and a side of coleslaw at Painters' Restaurant in Brookhaven.

A savory, red-wine-braised pork chop osso buco is served with asparagus and gnocchi at Painters' Restaurant in Brookhaven.