The food was amazing - got the calamari, arancini and pappardelle lamb ragu with an aperol spritz. Ended the night with an espresso martini and affogato.... UNREAL! The service was great, our server was knowledgeable and gave get recs. We closed the place down, will def be back! read more

Baraonda - the BEST espresso martini I have ever had - Italian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I loved going to the Baraonda when it was in Midtown, though I'm not sure if this location is the exact one, perhaps just a similar name or maybe they moved to Sandy Springs. Needless to say, we enjoyed our experience here for dinner. Husband and I came to celebrate my birthday - he was a bit upset they didn't offer anything for my birthday even though he notated it on the reservation, but I didn't really care for it as I don't like having the attention on me. This place is hard to miss as it's right on Roswell Rd. There is complimentary valet parking available, but there's also free parking at a deck just a few steps away from the restaurant entrance. We were greeted by the hostess as soon as we walked in and the restaurant was already very busy for a Saturday 6 pm dinner. Our server was fine, and the food was decent. I opted for the blackberry fiz mocktail, which was super sweet at first, but with a good mix, it was super refreshing. For starters, we shared the eggplant balls (a must get here!) and the bread service. The eggplant balls were definitely shareable and were probably our favorite thing we ate. The bread service you could probably skip - we wish it was served with vinegar instead of just oil and an olive tapenade. For entrees, I ordered one of the dinner specials, grilled branzino served with broccolini and potatoes. My husband ordered the ravioli. I really enjoyed the branzino, it was tender and the skin was cooked crispy. I loved that the broccolini was charred enough, but wish the potatoes were cooked a bit more. The capers added the needed saltiness to the dish, though I wish this was served with lemon or something to balance out the flavors. My husband enjoyed his ravioli but found it too heavy with the cream sauce. We thought this was a decent place for dinner, but nothing really stood out besides the eggplant balls. read more

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Excellent food, great service. We were early for our reservation, but no issues with being seated at the bar. Actually better as the bar tender not only provided great service, he was quite knowledgeable and helpful with questions on the menu. read more

Excellent pasta - great service - nice atmosphere. This has quickly become a go to Italian restaurant for me!!! I have a pretty particular pallet when it comes to Italian cuisine. This restaurant hit the spot. I tried the other entrees at the table and loved each one. (A great reason to go back and try more!) The waitress was very friendly and professional. She didn't overwhelm us with her presence, but seemed to be able to take care of all of our table's wishes. Perfect!! If you are expecting a huge plate of crappy pasta, go to Olive Garden. This entree is a good size and delicious. Quality not quality says everything to me. I am sure you will agree after you try this restaurant read more

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Fridays are for comfort food! Baraonda brought all the vibes and gave me just what I needed. From the playlist to the amazing service, everything was top tier! Found this place on Google Maps while searching for Italian food in Sandy Springs. Parking was limited in the Bank of America parking lot, but they do have valet. I went to dinner with my 2yo and the host was kind enough to find her a chair that she wouldn't fall out of for at 2 seater table. Another staff member even brought something out for her to sit on top of so she could reach the table. The decor is grown and sexy! Definitely a great date night option or even solo dining at the bar! I had 2 great cocktails - Alpino and spiced pear martini - both very delicious! My daughter is picky and only eats buttered pasta. They ran out of penne pasta and she ended up with pappardelle. The fritto was great! Well seasoned and the marinara sauce was delicious too. My 2yo ate it without knowing what it was and loved it. For the main course I ordered the paglia pasta with salmon added. Everything was perfection! My waitress Naveah was so kind and attentive. We can't wait to try their lunch menu next time. read more

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Message sent to restaurant sums up my review: Hello, I debated sending this, but ultimately decided to share our recent experience at your restaurant because as a manager or owner I would want to know about this evening and how it felt to be a new customer to my restaurant. This was Sunday, June 21 (Father's Day). Our family of 3 had a 7:15pm reservation for dinner that night. We arrived early, so I dropped my parents at the door and went to hunt for parking. First thing I would note is that you should move your parking sign out closer to the lot so people can see they can get extra time. Myself and another woman both had issues with parking and didn't know (until we walked to the restaurant entry door after parking) that we didn't have to pay and could extend time. Upon entering restaurant I found my older parents still standing and was informed that you all were working on a table for us. 15 minutes later we were still waiting. We were told the 2 tables along the back booth were being held for another bigger party and the table we were told get would be leaving soon. Upon finally being seated a waitress came and asked our water preference poured water and left. I tried to catch her as we knew our order since we had been looking at the menu for 15 minutes up front. She never returned. We tried to flag down another staff member, but everyone (including I guess the manager gentleman in a white shirt that night) were on the move. We sat another 15 minutes. At close to 7:50pm my Dad, remember it's Father's Day, asked if they would even bring us bread to go with the water. I felt awful and asked if they would like to leave to go get dinner elsewhere. We got up and walked out and the gentleman in the white shirt (who was carrying food to another table) asked why we were leaving. I simply said, we have been here over 30 minutes after having a reservation and I need to get my Dad dinner--it's Father's Day. I' noted as we walked out that the 2 tables along the banquet were still empty. Areas for improvement: 1. Seat your reservations in a timely manner. We were there early. I understand that you had a larger party coming, but you seat those there. 2. Hire staff or schedule staff appropriately. From what I could tell you were understaffed by at least 1 server and a busboy. 3. Make it right. Honestly, when we were sat after waiting at the front for over 15 min I would have sent bread service or a comp app over to start the meal on the right foot. We got water and a disappearing waitress. 4. If you are going to make people wait at the front (another couple came in after us and was standing too) add some seats where they can sit. The 5 of us were pretty crammed waiting. read more

Second visit. First time in the dining room was underwhelming. Food was average and cafeteriash dining room atmosphere... super bright with lunchroom chairs. Average snobby server. Carbonara with very small portion and below average guanciale Definitely not a do over. The rest of the family was also underwhelmed. We went back tonight and sat at the bar. Very different atmosphere. Ruby our bartender was amazing. Super Tuscan was a good choice. Bread service was average. Caesar was good but not amazing-- we are super choosy Caesar eaters. The salmon was good. A B said my husband. But also super picky salmon eaters. The mushroom crostini was awesome. Loved the bar atmosphere... much better than restaurant. Would do the bar again. Not the restaurant. read more

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I had been to a Baraonda in Atlanta's Midtown area some 5 to 10 years ago and, upon looking for it, found a restaurant with the same name in Sandy Springs, right above the Roswell Rd. exit of the Perimeter (I-285). That didn't bother me at all, given that I was staying on the north side and OTP. With such a unique name, I'm thinking the two are or were linked in some manner. I had a good opinion of the one in Midtown, just a block or so from the famed Fox Theater. I remember having an excellent plate of pasta and spinach at that location. At this location in a corporate northern suburb, they are open for lunch here during the weekdays. In looking at pasta dishes and lasagna, I decided on the lasagna. I also ordered a side of asparagus. This "new" Baraonda is at the base of a mid-rise office or condo building and there is some off-street parking. Inside, it is minimalistic and modern, but not all the way over to elegant, which means it was still appealing. Being on the ground level, it has floor-to-ceiling windows all around, which I never object to because I like to eat with a lot of natural light if possible. As the food was being brought to the table, I saw "the casserole." I almost cringe when I see any Italian pasta dish presented in a casserole in North America because it often says "owned and/or cooked by foreigners who cut their teeth at Italian restaurants" and not always the best tasting. There was nothing like that to worry about here. The lasagna's flavors and pliability were very good ... what they might describe as "sottile" in Italian. It was very tasty. The side of asparagus was also excellent. I remember that the service was to my liking. For lunch, the price was acceptable. Keep in mind that Baraonda borders on, or is, fine cuisine, but is open for lunch during the week. In this way, it reminds me of Old Lisbon in Miami which is fine Portuguese cuisine but offers lunch, although it can be fairly expensive at other times. I'm glad that Baraonda is around, though I no longer live in this area that used to be my stomping grounds in my mid- to late-20s and which was surprisingly cosmopolitan then to this Angeleno, with it being even more so today. The food was very satisfying, the locale is appealing, and the service was a good blend of polished and informal. I recommend it. read more

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Great ambiance, Italian feel and service. Just expect a high bill if you are getting drinks & food! read more

Baraonda - Italian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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We used to visit Baraonda when it was near the Fox, so we were excited to see it reopen much closer to home. Happy to report it's even better than we remembered. We kicked things off with the bread service (I have a carb problem--truly) and the tri-colore pizza. The pizza was fantastic and worked perfectly as a shared appetizer. For mains, we ordered the halibut special, linguine and clams, and the pappardelle with lamb ragu. The halibut was the standout for me, absolutely loved it. The other two dishes were very good as well, though the lamb ragu could've used a bit more tomato flavor. Overall, a really solid meal and a great value. We'll definitely be back! read more

Baraonda last night? A whole vibe. I'm still thinking about that Orange Blossom Martini light, floral, just the right amount of citrusy flirt. It hit like golden hour in a glass. Then came the ravioli... and listen, it wasn't just dinner it was a soft, buttery love letter. Rich, delicate, and somehow grounding. Like it knew I needed comfort but still wanted to feel a little fancy. The whole night felt intentional. Cozy but elevated. Sexy but not trying too hard. I left full, happy, and already plotting my return. read more

Baraonda - Pie - Italian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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We checked out this Italian restaurant for a Thursday date night after seeing their instagram post on "Pastatini" Thursday deal -- $25 for a martini AND pasta dish (select menu). Our waiter recommended their fritto calamari dish as "the best calamari" he had ever had. My partner and I both enjoyed this -- lightly breaded and crispy, flavorful, and with shrimp, tiny octopi and calamari rings, and with dehydrated preserved lemons also lightly fried! Very tasty, mixed opinion on whether it was the best one we'd ever had -- I'd go with YES. We both chose an extra dirty martini from the list of curated cocktails for the Thursday deal, made with Tito's vodka (option for gin) and perfectly filthy with an icy top and two yummy olives -- so good. For the entrees, my partner got the spicy Linguine arrabiatta with shrimp (not spicy, had a good tomato savory flavor with shrimp that were well cooked) and I got the Gigli vodka (vodka cream sauce, broccolini, toasted bread crumbs) -- sadly a bit bland but was creamy and a comfort food, made better with salt + red pepper flakes. I'd probably try a different dish next time. We tried two additional cocktails -- their pistachio martini (I didn't get the pistachio flavor, would have liked it to be a bit more flavorful) and a new cocktail on their list with Lambrusco, chocolate liquor, raspberry and pineapple flavors -- so unique, flavorful, and with a nice bite from the sparkling wine. We finished off our dinner with their lemon blueberry cheesecake, which was yummy, light, appropriately small portion, with a nice blueberry sauce on the side. While the entrees we got were so-so, we really enjoyed our cocktails, the appetizer and the dessert so I'd love to go back for a girls night! Parking -- garage close by that the restaurant validates when you enter, with QR codes ready to register! read more

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We came for Valentines Day. My husband made reservations, not sure the details but we arrived a few moments before 6p. Our table wasn't quite ready so we waited for maybe 10 minutes. We were seated and our waiter came over to ask about water. We chose the Eggplant Balls for our appetizer, they came out quickly but were room temperature. They tasted, just ok. Nothing special. We ordered our main entrees: Pork chop Parmesan with arugula salad and potato fries also the Salmon on a bed of I'm not sure.. I'm just gonna say maybe it was an OFF night bc the food was terrible and the pork chops tasted like fried rubber, no flair or flavor. We are both on a 'no alcohol month' so we decided to try the Mule Mocktail, it was absolutely delicious. Very refreshing and tasty. Then we ordered dessert bc you can't mess that up, right?!? WRONG! We got the Blueberry Cheesecake and the Flourless Chocolate Cake & Ice cream, the cheesecake tasted like it came straight out of the freezer and cardboard box and the chocolate cake.. let's just say the ice cream didn't melt easily, which was another story. Either way, the night was still good. The customer service was amazing and the building was beautiful, with the decor and lighting, it made for a romantic and intimate setting. Just the food wasn't great. Probably would return, just to have drinks tho. read more

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Went for the first time a few weeks ago. Everything we had was amazing! We had a a party of 8 and no one was disappointed. My favorite stater was the pizza with the mushrooms (FUNGHI ) and of course the bread and oil. For my entree I had the PAGLIA E FIENO and I cleaned my bowl! The servers were great with the larger party. The restaurant is beautiful and easily accommodated an 8 top (with a reservation). read more

Delicious! Celebrated a birthday and anniversary with my godparents who had been to the previous location multiple times. This spot was perfect. If you want to focus on conversation ask for a table by the wall. Service was excellent and food tasted delicious! read more

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This was a great find. I had a little neck clam and linguini pasta dish and it was very flavorful. I sat at the bar and the bartender was great. It's the only dish I had, but I'll definitely return. The inside of the restaurant was nicely decorated and had a great vibe. read more

Baraonda - Italian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

We enjoyed the vibe. Excellent service in the bar area. Dinner was very good, I had the penne and salmon which was a special last night. My daughter had another pasta dish that was very good. Dessert was eh. All in all, recommended. read more

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the food was average at best, however the service wasn't good at all. maybe it was a bad day, but our waitress wasn't the nicest and most considerate. we went on father's day and our dad of the day didn't even get a "happy father's day". the host didn't even welcome us in and was super cold. this definitely wasn't a kid friendly restaurant. there are so many other italian restaurants that have great service and food, and this isn't one of them. read more

Love, love, love this place! Best atmosphere, great service and amazing food! Definitely going back!!! Thanks Alin and staff for accommodating our fur baby! read more

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VEAL SCALLOPINI two 4 oz veal cutlets sauteèed, piccata sauce, broccolini (sub'd for potatoes), arugula, lemon dressing... DELICIOUS! It was so good and a great option for a low carb dish. I could eat this every day. Baraonda has attentive staff focused on details that makes a great experience. Fantastic bar ambiance. I highly recommend Baraonda. read more

Baraonda - VEAL SCALLOPINI two 4 oz veal cutlets sauteèed, piccata sauce, broccolini (sub'd for potatoes), arugula, lemon dressing... DELICIOUS! - Italian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Went here with a work group of six, with a 5:30 reservation on a week night. We got sat in the bar area and was served by the bartender. She had just a couple of tables and was pretty slow to get started. Calamari - forgettable, skip - they certainly did, as I had to remind them we ordered this after we got the other appetizers. Came out 15 minutes later Olives, bread - fine. Good olives Some crostini topped with mushrooms - probably the best thing we ate, but not enough to share across 6 and presented as two big slices. Would have been nice to know. Seated at 5:30, appetizer order went in at 5:50, everything was out by 6:30. She took our mains at 6:20 - I ordered the tagliatelle with lamb ragu, and a separate to go order of the salmon with some type of pearled couscous for my wife. I also noted I had to leave by 7:30, so would need the salmon ready by then. At 7:25, the mains finally came, without the salmon. I had to throw the pasta in a box and immediately head home. I'm not criticizing the time constraint on my behalf, but I don't see what world it takes more than an hour when the most complicated dish at the table was a piece of fried veal. On top of it, there was just zero communication about this other than an upsell on more wine like clockwork every 15 minutes. I had to leave without that salmon, so my wife and I shared the pasta at home. The lamb tag was shredded but chunky, and was pretty tasteless. The pasta was cooked just fine. This was a very one note dish. On my way sprinting out, I could see an empty restaurant save for two large tables of 8+. The kitchen was struggling to keep up, and no tables had food beyond a bread basket and some olives. Pretty disappointed, given the hype. Two stars for the ambience, it was a nicely laid out place. The fact that parking was getting a separate code and scanning something on your way in at the desk was highly annoying, but they handled it efficiently and it's not their fault. The food was pretty just ok, but the service left something to be desired. read more

Quality of the food was excellent. Really enjoyed the ambience. Excellent place to enjoy a quality meal.

The food here is excellent and the decor in the main dining room is sophisticated, with Danish modern chairs and tables, relaxing music, and great lighting. Would be a good place for a first date, after work drinks, or dinner with friends. I ordered the veal chop and it was perfect. The owner/maitre d' was friendly and nice and my waiter was very accommodating and helpful. Will certainly return the next time I'm in Atlanta. read more

My son and I recently enjoyed a wonderful meal at Baroanda. The calamari was cooked to perfection and the wild boar ravioli was absolutely amazing. Service was friendly and attentive. We will be back! read more

It's a cute place. Service was great. Went to Valentine's Day and everything was delicious. The serving size for the pasta and seafood I had left something to be desired at that price point, mostly because of the amount of and size of shrimp, muscles and clams. read more

Great cocktails and pasta! The Thursday Martini & Pasta specials are excellent. The service was great as well! KC & Tre knocked it out of the park!! read more

Baraonda - Italian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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This isn't the Baroanda that used to be on Peachtree in Atlanta. That one was was known for its wood fired pizzas and lasagna. We went tonight wanting lasagna and learned it's only offered at lunch on weekdays. Sad. We ordered the spaghetti and the pork chops. The food was not bad- just unremarkable. This used to be our go-to spot for a casual but delicious meal. We were told the menus changed because it was too expensive to keep certain things on it. I get that- things are tough all over. So to sum up- the meals weren't bad. Service was friendly and professional. The ambiance was fine but not warm - you go there to eat vs. have a dining experience. read more

Great service from your server Joel last week. He was very attentive and knowledgeable of the menu. He recommended delicious wines to pair with certain dishes. The Pork Chop was excellent and my wife's pasta she loved. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Baraonda has the best Italian food I have had in a very long time. Not only do they use the best ingredients but they also have gluten free pasta and gluten free pizza. I got to interact with the nicest staff who were so courteous and friendly. They have a complementary valet service. Ambience inside is super cozy and classy. You can choose between eating at the bar or eating at a high top/standard seating. They have live music on Friday nights. Can't wait to visit Baraonda again! read more

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Earned every bit of five stars! The manager, servers, bar staff, everyone was very kind and knowledgeable. The food was wonderful!

I was blown away! The food was absolutely delicious, some of the best Italian food I've had in this area. Our waiter was phenomenal and Alin made sure our experience was great! Highly recommend, and will be coming back! Thank you Alin! read more

Really fabulous Italian dishes executed so well! The menu offers a unique spin on regional classics with the infusion of aromatic herbs and beautiful presentation which was delightful. Portions were right sized. They offer some of the best craft cocktails in Atlanta! Our appetizers were also very tasty. Ambience was spot on, intimate, warm, pleasantly lit dining space with sophisticated background music that allowed for conversation. Acoustics were great considering the size of the space. There was another room with live music yet we could comfortably talk and enjoy our meal. read more

OMG!!! The service from Gabriella was amazing and the food was delicious. I dined here with three friends while in town for a few days. This place is a new favorite on my list and I will absolutely be back. Order all the food. Everything was delicious. And have it with a Gold Rush cocktail. You won't be disappointed! read more

Baraonda - Burrata - Italian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Exceptional experience with my family here. The customer service from Liam and Addison was excellent. The food and atmosphere were equally wonderful!! Loved the Salmon alla Griglia!! Can't wait to return!! read more

Baraonda - Salmon Alla Griglia - Italian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Overall a solid experience with clean high quality dishes. Love going to restaurants where the owner is accessible.

The food was delicious. The service was incredible. Parking was easy. The fillet and beef carpaccio were literally some of the best I've had. Can't wait to come back. Nice bar read more

Baraonda - Beef carpaccio. - Italian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Prompt service. Waiter was efficient. Food was good except my salmon was a bit tough.

Delicious! 10/10 Great attention 10/10 Beautiful place for a romantic and casual date 10/10 read more

Very pleasant first visit to this restaurant. Lively crowd on a Saturday night. Sat outside at the patio and ordered arugula salad, and the seafood Fritto for appetizers. Both were very good. Service was friendly, quick and helpful. Entrées included the pollo Rosso, which was delicious. For dessert, they have traditional Italian favorites, like tiramisu, and the gelato was the real deal, awesome. read more

Baraonda - Outdoor patio seating - Italian Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

The Italian food was exceptional Thr atmosphere was very good I highly recommend this restaurant