Postcards from the South: Top of the Mart – Atlanta

Postcard view of Top of the Mart (1961), Atlanta

This postcard depicts the Top of the Mart restaurant at the Atlanta Merchandise Mart, designed by John C. Portman, Jr. of Edwards & Portman and completed in 1961.

Published by Colourpicture of Boston, the card includes the following description of the restaurant:

TOP OF THE MART
240 Peachtree St., N.W. Atlanta Ga 30303


This enchanting, live Mediterranean Garden Court is a delightful introduction to the exciting “Top of the Mart” restaurant-lounge on the 22nd floor of Atlanta’s new Merchandise Mart. Luncheon, dinner and late dining . . . famous Stouffer food and your favorite beverages are served. Party and banquet facilities are available. Call 688-8650.

The postcard was addressed to Mr. + Mrs. C.M. Whyte of Platt Hill Road in Winsted, Connecticut. Oh, they were whyte, alright.

A note dated “Mon.-8-2-76,” states:

“Hi! Congratulation! to Angies Deal. You must be happy with the performance. I missed the boat this time. Did you go up? Had dinner at This Restorant twice. last yr – in Atlanta, very good. Am looking forward to my 4 days at Wentworth by the Sea. Love to all

Aunt Agnes.”

I thought only TV characters were named Aunt Agnes.