Food: Beef short rib was tasty! Also loved the beet salad. Service: we have a large group and the servers were very attentive. Ambiance: It was great for our large group but would also be good for date night. read more

Blue Ridge Grill - Braised Beef Short Rib - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I came here for lunch with one of my girlfriends for the first time last week, and we both ordered salads. I got the Chopped Salad, which came with romaine lettuce, iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, olives, artichoke hearts, calabrese salami, applewood smoked bacon, cucumber, asiago cheese, and Italian vinaigrette for $16. I left out the bacon and cucumbers since I don't like cucumbers and bacon overwhelms salads. Since the salad didn't come with protein, I decided to add salmon. The salmon was cooked well, but for the price I paid, it just wasn't worth it. My salad ended up costing $40 altogether. I mean... $24 for a piece of salmon? Come on! That being said, the restaurant was nicely decorated, and we were seated near the fireplace in a quiet spot, just the two of us, which made it feel cozy and relaxing. Next time I will definitely ask the prices of protein before I decide on what to eat. read more

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Blue Ridge Grill is an institution meant for convivial gatherings and business lunches/dinners. My most recent experience there was for the latter, where there was a small private room downstairs with a curtain and table that fit around 7-8 people. Other similar private rooms were in the vicinity. I had never even known about it. The ratatouille was pretty good as the only vegetarian item. We also really enjoyed the butternut squash soup. But definitely pig out on meat if that's what you're feeling since there are plenty of options along those lines. And don't skip dessert. They have a solid set of considerations to satisfy any sweet tooth. read more

Blue Ridge Grill - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

It's hard to imagine a place like Blue Ridge Grill opening in Atlanta today. It's even a bit tough to imagine a place like this still existing in the middle of Buckhead. After all, so many of the older establishments have closed, with Buckhead diner shuttering doors just a few years ago. At a glance, there is nothing about Blue Ridge Grill that seems to belong in today's Atlanta filled with omakase sushi menus and "pop up" restaurants, yet is uniquely beautiful. The red leather cushions, the reclaimed wood from a cotton mill, the sharply dressed staff and of course, the stately dressed rabbit painting above the fireplace. It is all there. Blue Ridge Grill has a mountain lodge atmosphere and an interior that is cozy, inviting and elegant. It protrudes class throughout, but also is a trip back to 1995 when Blue Ridge Grilled opened. In some ways, the patrons are also on a bit of a journey through decades here as the average age of the guests appeared to be in their 60s. When it comes to the menu, it is all the classics. While trout is supposedly the most famous dish here, the filet mignon and the pork chop are great as well. The pork chop was not the best quality of pork by today's standards of regeneratively raised and organic animals, but prepared well, just a bit flavorless aside from the sauce and seasoning. Also the cut was a bit tough on the edges due to what seemed to be a muscle or tendon layer. The filet mignon is good. Okra was perfectly cooked avoiding the healthy slime. Now, we arrive at the list of beverages. Good wine list with specials. There are a few big name scotches, although nothing notable or unique to highlight smaller distilleries. The biggest brand names are overpriced heavily, with Macallan 12 running over $40 for a pour. The American whiskey list is much better and more reasonably priced relative to retail. Tequila list needs to be re-written from scratch to remove depressing samples like Casamigos and Herradura to add at least something good aside from Clase Azul. The team here is welcoming and kind. The waiter, Sergi, was phenomenal and very attentive. As a whole, there is no denying that Blue Ridge Grill is a special place. While there are some efforts to be done to improve ingredient sourcing, quality and expand work with local farms and pastures (ex. Local White Oak Pastures could be a good start), it's a wonderful establishment that Atlanta needs to preserve its character. Let's cherish and retain these local landmarks. read more

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Very professional staff delivering on the high quality food and drink the establishment offers. All the menu items we tried were delicious. Not a fan of the valet parking which pretty much the only parking option available. read more

Blue Ridge Grill - Entrance - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Always love eating here. We brought the kids recently and they thoroughly enjoyed themselves as well. Anything you order here is going to be good and service and ambiance is perfect for business or romantic date night. read more

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Had dinner for a late Father's Day meal with wife's family. Walk in and you get the fireplace aroma to puts you in a lodge. Stopped by bar for pre dinner cocktail the the bartender who took care of us was fun, very efficient. For dinner I had the braised short rib. Very good. Based on the cleaned plates everyone enjoyed. And service was impeccable . read more

First dinner at Blue Ridge Grill, and the overall impression is it's just OK. Very old school ambience and approach to dining with a large attentive staff servicing a relatively large room of customers. Food, including wedge and chopped salads, and short rib and redfish mains, were all good but not great. Pecan pie was very good. A return visit is uncertain. read more

Blue Ridge Grill is one of the most comfortable restaurants in all of Atlanta. The comfort factor is just the beginning. The service team at this restaurant makes for upscale dining with a personal component. The Waite staff are professional, intellectual, & joyful in their industry. The food quality is cooked to order prepared by a chef, always fresh & hot with the type presentation that you would hope for at a fine/upscale dining experience. Located off I 75 and West Paces ferry Road at the Northside Parkway exit. Blue Ridge Grill is a legendary Buckhead staple for lunch or dinner. Definitely in my top three restaurants in the city of Atlanta. Reservations required. read more

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Blue Ridge is nice. Good atmosphere and good food. Great place to take your family go any special occasion.

Everything from start to finish went well!! .... It was our anniversary and we could not have picked a better restaurant, the service was great the food was good and the ambiance was energetic yet leisurely our waiter Mitch was engaging and professional I would give Blue Ridge Grill 5 stars read more

Love this Buckhead restaurant. The atmosphere is elegantly business casual with a mountain-home feel. We always love coming here and the manager and wait staff are professional and friendly. read more

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Food was good. Only went because bones was closed. Not sure I'd make a special trip. Definitely a neighborhood steakhouse vibe where the classics are done right and you know what you're getting. Service is great and everyone is super helpful. The octopus hands down was the best thing we had. Marinated for 24 hours or so. Everything else was good, love the sauce with the sea bass. Interior was just a bit steakhouse dated. read more

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Blue Ridge Grill is quickly becoming my go-to restaurant for everything from business lunches to family dinners. For me, it hits on almost every major point that I evaluate. The team, from the host team to the servers & bartenders, is truly professional, the atmosphere is elegant without being over the top and offers a reasonable variety of seating options, and the food is consistent and excellent. From the menu favorites to the daily specials, I have never had a meal I didn't enjoy. The devils on horseback (bacon wrapped dates) are a must try! They offer lots of great appetizers, and I love the beet and Caesar salads. The fish is always wonderfully prepared and the new Redfish dish with saffron was outstanding. Even their steak offerings are worth trying. I can't recommend this place enough, but please don't make it hard for me to get a table! read more

Classic fine dining in a rustic but elegant setting. Be sure to try the steaks and special. The Blue Ridge Grill salad is a nice fresh start. Oyster Rockefeller was good as well as the Devils back- figs wrapped in bacon grilled with maple syrup. Pecan pie to finish. Food not fuel. Odd location since build up in area. read more

For many years this has been my go to choice for lunch or dinner, consistently excellent service and amazing food, valet parking and the best Maitre d in Atlanta, its got it all. Leonard S. read more

Went for Christmas dinner with my wife. Always good food and drinks. Very consistent. Service is outstanding. Holiday decorations made it feel festive and cozy. Bar is too small with people standing as limited seating. read more

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Had dinner at Blue Ridge Grill while I was in Atlanta and it ended up being a really solid choice. The menu had a great mix of options including steaks, seafood, salads, and a few Southern-inspired sides, so it wasn't hard to find something for everyone. We started with the crab cake and mussels. The crab cake had a good amount of actual crab meat without too much filler, and the mussels came in a flavorful broth that we used the bread to soak up. I also ordered a peach and blue cheese salad with pecans, which was surprisingly refreshing and a nice balance to everything else. For entrées, we got the filet and the ribeye. Both were cooked just the way we asked, tender and juicy with a good sear. The loaded baked potato was massive and definitely could be shared. Everything tasted fresh and well-seasoned. Service was polite and efficient, no complaints there. I didn't get a chance to try dessert but I'd definitely be interested in coming back to try a few more things off the menu. Overall it was a great dining experience and I'd return if I'm ever in Atlanta again. read more

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I had made a reservations at the resturant it was for 6:00pm for a Birthday Dinner we arrived and drove in to the parking lot when we got out of the car there was a person who was the valet getting out of another car who came up to us and said this is Valet only now there was only two cars on the whole parking area when I told him I did not like Valet parking he told me I could take my car and park in the parking gararge then walk down the alley now we are a car full of 70 + years of age and he told us to walk down a dark alley. I drove to the front of the resturant and went in and cancled the resevations because of the way he had acted. The manager followed me out to my car and offer a round of dranks if we come back which was nice of him I cannot drank and was driving at night but the damage had been done by the Valet and we went to another resturant and had a wonderful time. The Valet is the first person you meet and the first impression that you get and this guy messed it up David Wilmoth read more

Might be my favorite restaurant! The filet mignon was perfectly seasoned and cooked to a perfect medium. Fantastic taste and tender. The whipped potatoes and Mac and cheese were perfect sides to accompany it. I HIGHLY recommend the Devils on Horseback for an appetizer and the Aviator for a cocktail. Service was impeccable with friendly faces that made our coworker's birthday celebration one to remember. Plus, the rustic atmosphere makes one feel right at home, or as though they've taken a vacation into western North Carolina. read more

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The food was mediocre and the service was sub-par. I had the short rib, which lacked flavor and texture. It was almost a pile of meet mush. The waiter took 45 minutes to bring my mixed drink order. This place is not fine dining. read more

Boss took me here for my retirement dinner, wives were also in attendance. My review may be slightly biased as I didn't pay for anything. Started with the octopus which was lightly charred to perfection. Also had the mushroom risotto. We were not expecting little risotto balls, but they were very tasty. I had the grilled salmon. Cooked to perfection on a bed of what I think was cabbage? Not sure, but it was a great pairing and tasted awesome. Sides included the corn souffle, spinach and mashed potatoes. All were tasty but the corn was the table favorite. Had a bottle of Plumbjack and Silver Oak cabs with the meal, excellent wine. Great place for a special occasion. read more

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Blue Ridge Grill is one of the great restaurants in Atlanta; it's a true institution. I've been here many times over the past 20 years and the service and food are consistently top notch. As the mountain-inspired name implies, the decor immediately makes you feel like you've stepped into an upscale lodge in Aspen, Jackson Hole or other ritzy alpine enclave. There is a large, inviting bar and ample dining space with numerous tables and cozy booths. The large fireplace in the dining room definitely provides a "great hall" feel to the main area. The menu is a diverse selection of hearty choices with an array of beef, chicken, pork and seafood...all of high quality. On my last visit I branched out and tried the scallops, which were very good and my wife loved her lemon chicken. The side dishes are larger portions and my personal must-have is the corn soufflé; it's a little on the sweeter side so can easily double as dessert. The mashed potatoes are a close second, being so fresh and creamy. Blue Ridge is definitely on the expensive side of dining options, but with the atmosphere, service, and wonderful meals you won't have any regrets. read more

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I felt like I was in a ski cabin! That's the vibe. The food is delicious. Black manhattan- very good Trout- amazing! Mussels- ok Asparagus- good Filet mignon- delicious Portions are big so leftovers! read more

We were celebrating our friend's 63rd birthday at BRG. It is an outstanding venue to celebrate a birthday or any special occasion because they not only make up a personalized menu with your name on it but also add some Hershey kisses to the table along with tiny glitter pieces and colorful ribbons. Our server, Taina, was one of the best we have had during several visits. She was not phased by the four of us perusing the menu, trying to make up our minds on what to order for over a half hour. She carefully managed her other tables while checking back with us periodically. After we finally ordered, our courses came to us with no waiting as she gauged our meal timing perfectly. I have to commend her observation skills as we were never left waiting for a course and she removed our empty dishes promptly, which made for a very enjoyable dinner. The menu items we ordered consisted of Sea Bass Cerviche, Crab Cake, Mushroom Arancini, Blue Ridge Grill Salad, Grilled Georgia Trout, and Pan Seared Bronzino . . .all of which were delicious. And, as always, they start you off with a warm round loaf of sourdough bread, which is super crispy on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. We were so impressed with Tainia's first class service we asked to see the manager, Jesse Otero, who promptly came to our booth. After sharing with him how impressed we were with Taina and how she added to the enjoyment of our dinner experience, we also raved about the champagne salad dressing that came with their signature Blue Ridge Salad. He asked if we wanted to have the recipe and returned with it along with some samples of the dressing to take home with us. We can't reiterate enough what a wonderful and memorable birthday celebration we had at the iconic Blue Ridge Grill read more

Porch sitting with a cocktail and house made cheese characters, delicious. Lamb chops and sea bass both amazing. Love the corn soufflé. The collard greens might be the best I've had, but that's coming from a northerner. I doubt you could find a bad meal here. Service is always impeccable and atmosphere is elevated casual. read more

Completely inept woman handling special event booking, and ruined my special event. Given how expensive this place is, it's amazing they have someone like that handling the booking, but the owner of this place is notorious for handling things in a strange (read: cheap) way (at other properties they own, anyway) so this does not come as a surprise. This owner stopped serving coke at all of their restaurants because Coke raised their fountain fees. And they still charge $4 for off brand soda. But I digress. This used to be a really cool/fun place to go, 2-3 decades ago. Now they are coasting on location. Done with this place for good. read more

We truly had a great time at this place. We got recommended to go here by locals. It definitely did not disappoint. We had a larger group so we had private dining downstairs with a closed off curtain. We got treated very well here, as you would expect with the price. The food did not disappoint. Everyone truly walked away so stuffed. We probably had every appetizer on the menu. The cocktails were also great. They have complementary valet. This place is great for romantic dinners, birthdays, or any special occasion. If you're in ATL, you'll have to stop by. read more

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3.5 stars The rustic and elegant Blue Ridge Grill provided a delightful backdrop for our family dinner. From the valet parking to the refined dress code, the restaurant definitely provided an air of sophistication. We were comfortably seated at a large, round table with service from a very friendly waitress. We received a basket with a fluffy loaf of bread for us to enjoy while we waited for the rest of our elaborate meal, which started with a few appetizers for the table. First, the Tuna Tartare was served over a mound of diced avocado and seasoned with ponzu sauce, cilantro, green onion, and toasted sesame seeds. I find that tartare could be very hit-or-miss, and I did not find that particular one to be that great of a rendition. The fish was a rather strong-tasting. Secondly, the Veal Meatballs had a nice texture, but I did not love that they were served in a thin, oily veal stock. Even the included field mushrooms and parmesan did not win me over. After collaborating on the starters, we each ordered our own entrees and shared a side of Collard Greens. I selected the Poached Halibut as my main course. While I usually like this type of fish, the poaching of it did not appeal to me. The filet remained soft and tender, but it was rather bland, despite being served with wilted kale, morel mushrooms, parsnip puree, and a red wine jus. One of the other members of my party also ordered this dish and felt the same. The collard greens, however, were infused with chunks of bacon, which left the accoutrement smoky and delicious. After the centerpiece of the meal, we had some extra room in our bellies and decided to indulge by sharing the Local, Seasonal Mixed Berry Cobbler with vanilla ice cream. The frozen topping was just basic, but the skillet pie was heavenly! The fruit filling tasted very natural and had a hint of cinnamon. Blue Ridge Grill was a beautiful and classic place with a steak- and seafood-house vibe; I just wished I had found the food more memorable. read more

Wow, walking in I thought I was at a cozy lodge in the woods. Loved the vibe and ambiance of the place. We came to celebrate a birthday and we're treated splendidly. We got a special birthday set up with special menus and decor. I tried the Crab Cakes. Omg, it was so buttery and delightful. Kind of pricey though for such a small cake. Best thing I ate was the Corn Souffle, do yourself a favor and order this. It was warm and rich and every bite was amazing. Worth every penny. Also had a salad, don't remember the name, but it had pear and cheese and arugula. Good flavor. Since we had a birthday, we got a complimentary chocolate ice cream cake. Man that thing was huge but yummy, a perfect way to celebrate. Loved our waiter, he was attentive and warm. Introduced us to other staff and gave us lots of Atlanta recs! read more

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Simply Great!, the food was great, the people were great, the atmosphere was also amazing.

Everything is excellent. The food and quality of service never disappoints. Their owners and management team get the gold star for running a restaurant well. read more

Certainly my favorite place in the Atlanta suburbs. Why do I love the Blue Ridge? Let me count the ways: 1. Friendly professional free valet parking 2. Knowledgeable bartenders, not overblown mixologists 3. Friendly service from everyone: bartenders, host, wait staff, servers 4. Cozy rustic interior, comfy too 5. Great menu selection. Recommend the oyster Rockefeller, the scallops and whatever tickles your fancy from the grill. My KC strip special, peppercorn crusted, was one of the best steaks I have ever had in the South. 6. Fun desserts:the ice cream pie is a delightful throwback--enough for 2 or 4! A half dozen reasons to stop--that's why this place is a 5 to me. read more

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Holy hell. Sorry. Shouldn't cuss but I literally just had one of the best meals I've had in Atlanta since I moved here 10 years ago. For real. Awesome enough I'm writing this review several hours after the meal cause I'm still thinking about how fabulous it was!! This might be a long 5* review. My apologies again. You don't have to read it but you should go eat here!! First of all. You gotta dress up a little for this place. And that's ok. Makes it feel all that more special. Start with parking. Two speedy valet guys helped us park the car. And with a reservation, we were seated right away in this beautiful Adirondack cabin-feeling setting. Our amazing server, Bijoy, was quick to take our drink order, then apps & dinner order. Ya gotta order a Bees Knees cocktail. It's to die for! Everything came out lickety-split & in order. Bijoy did an amazing job!! The food? Holy hell. Sorry again but it was Dee-lish! Complimentary hot, perfectly baked, sourdough bread & butter for the table. Next a crab cake appetizer arrived & was the best I've ever had. Not bready at all. Tender moist crabby yumminess! Hubs got a wedge salad which was tasty. Main course was GA trout & the short ribs with corn soufflé & collard greens for sides. Just stop here. It was slap yo momma good. Yeah. I said it. Slap your momma good. Anyway, there was so much food that we had a little to go package that I can't wait to have for lunch tomorrow! Hope hubs doesn't get to it before I do! The negative? I would take a 1/2 star off for the art in the women's bathroom. Portraits of nude women in a women's bathroom is weird. Even if it's renaissance paintings. Doesn't go with the overall ambiance of the restaurant. Put a lake scene in there instead. Whatever. Still a great restaurant that I will return to & maybe order 2 crab cakes the next go;) read more

Blue Ridge Grill - Short ribs, collards, corn souffle & GA trout DEE-lish!! - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Very good lunch. My wife and I both enjoyed it. I had the burger and my wife had the lobster blt. The service was very professional

The vibe and ambiance are more classic and traditional, but the food and service are AMAZING all around. The personalized menu for birthdays and special occasions is a cute touch as well. Great place! read more

Came on a Thursday for lunch for our Anniversary. Made reservations on open table week before and only one time slot available for 2. We have been wanting to come here for many years and when deciding where to go for an anniversary lunch thought it was time to try. We are so glad we did very nice cozy lodge feel. The restaurant was full at 12:45 we got seated and they had confetti on the table and menu said happy anniversary felt very special Waiter and all staff very friendly. We started with soup of day clam chowder ( could have been a tad hotter) Blue ridge salad The scallops and filet entrees corn pudding and Brussels sprouts everything was very good For dessert they treated us to a ice cream pie which was the perfect ending Highly recommend read more

Blue Ridge Grill - Seafood Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Chad was our server.. I think he had to many tables as we were constantly having to wave other servers down to inquire where our drinks were. Our meals arrived my sea bass was cold our guest was served a filet that was completely charred. So both entrees were sent back when we finally got someone's attention. Chad finally arrived and we had to reorder.. while again we waited for more drinks. This was our first and last visit to The Blue Ridge Grill. We arrived at 7 and finally left at 10. It was a disaster! They of course apologized and we appreciated that. read more

We celebrated my Mother In Law's 84th Birthday at Blueridge Grill upon her request and for me and my Husband it was an unexpected surprise. Three generations were represented and we all throughly enjoyed the food, the service and the ambience. Our server was Audra. She was pleasant and very attentive. The special attention that was shown for our celebration was evident immediately on our arrival and continued until our exit from several members of the staff. They went above and beyond what was expected. We will most certainly return. The lobster BLT, the Wagu Burger and the Mussels were absolute stand outs but all of the food was good. My advice is...don't sleep on this place. Oh... did I mention complementary Valet ;-) read more

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We selected this venue for our anniversary dinner this year. I try to find appropriate fine-dining places that we haven't tried before (usually due to being located a bit out of our way and that it might be out of our regular dining-out price range). I'd heard of this place for a long time, but didn't even know where it was located until I looked it up. It is a stand-alone building in a plaza just off I-75 (several miles inside the perimeter). Parking is via valet. I am not sure whether there was an option to self-park conveniently? You could park in the lot for the plaza where the restaurant is located, I guess, but you'd then have to walk around the other shops to get back. The rear of the restaurant faces the rear of the other plaza shops; it is an unusual configuration. We were greeted and seated promptly. As with some other restaurants in this tier, they have the wait staff collectively assist you, maybe with one person as a 'lead'. Also, if you tell them (when making the reservation, which you'll need to do) that it's your anniversary, they take it to heart. We were wished a happy anniversary multiple times, there was a bit of related confetti sprinkled on the table when we arrived, etc. The atmosphere is like a lodge hotel, but a bit more light and airy due to the abundance of windows. My impression of the majority of the clientele was upper-class Buckhead residents, many of whom seemed like regular visitors here. There was also some tables like us who seemed like they were here for a special occasion. The menu selections were varied, and it was easy for both of us to find something we liked. My steak was well prepared. My wife liked her dish as well. The sides were large, and we ended up taking some portion home. The dessert was also good. Pricing here is, as expected, high. But you get what you pay for, which in this case is a full fine dining experience. I'd certainly consider returning here in the future. read more