came here for the first time this past weekend and it quickly rose to my favorite restaurant in…read moreAtlanta OMG. So dark and cozy inside the restaurant everything was sooooo delicious. To start, they brought me a freshly baked loaf of GF bread and my own plate of salted butter when everyone else was eating bread. THEN I received a special marked up menu with the options that would be safe for me to eat. Had the scallops and they were divine. Also had a side of strawberries with creme and wowwwww. I could've eaten 5 of those bowls My husband got the mezzaluna which the staff described as little raviolis in Parmesan broth and he loved it. Everything 10/10, spectacular, no notes

While visiting Atlanta, we thought we would experience some great meals. Unfortunately this place…read morewas a disappointment and a waste of our hard earned dollars. I have never been to a higher end French Restaurant that only offered three white wines by the glass. Pushing bottles perhaps? The only white that even sounded half way decent was a boring Chardonnay at $17 for a 4-5 ounce pour. Insanity. The room we were seated in was fine, drapery everywhere which I'm sure was used to create a cozy intimate atmosphere - but the result missed the mark. Our server was gracious and attentive to start, but then became a bit absent once more guests arrived. My husband started with the much touted onion soup. No French chef would incorporate such a mass of cheese and salt to this classic preparation. There was nothing epic or outstanding about it. (even after our server said something like "the NY Times said it was the best in the country.") Yeah, right. For the mains I went with the duck confit accompanied by potatoes sarladasies. The spuds, if correctly prepared, are supposed to be garlicky and crisp after being pan fried in duck or goose fat. Mine were limp and bland. I have no idea what was in their sauce verte - as it added nothing flavor wise, and sadly just soaked the potatoes. The duck was OK. Again, nothing memorable. My husband ordered the $34 burger after hearing the $70 plus price tag for the Dover Sole Meunière. Lunacy. I mean the beef patty was tasty, but nothing better than an old fashioned cook-out one grilled in your own backyard. The frites were just weird. We have been to France on several occasions and never encountered such a preparation. Would we ever go back? Nope.

Another excellent New Years Eve dining at Anis; a timely served pre-fixed menu and everything came…read moreout between the courses and had a wonderful taste. This was our 4th year in a row for New Years Eve celebration spent at Anis. The restaurant just feels like home! So pleased!!

I normally love this restaurant as they prepare wonderful dishes from their steak frites and…read morevarious fish specials. Some time back I ordered mussels which were small and flavorless. While disappointed I shrugged it off. Nevertheless; I ordered mussels last night. I asked our waiter if the mussels were good and plump and he assured me that they were. Much to my disappointment the waiter brought out my dish, soggy fries along with minuscule and tasteless shellfish. When leaving the establishment I let the hostess know of my disappointing experience and suggested that if they can't source quality mussels, they should take them off the menu. She did not offer at least an apology while explaining that it is one the restaurant's favorite dishes. Having great PEI Mussels elsewhere perhaps at a different time of year, I know that the Anise Café could do much better. Someone needs to tell the chef to refuse delivery of substandard seafood.

On a Friday, all tables were reserved for dinner but the restaurant has a nice lounge area with…read moretables and the same dinner menu that is first come first serve. We were able to pick a table for 2 in the lounge area immediately, and an attentive server took our orders soon after. The drinks tasted great. The lotus salad was unique, never tried lotus root in this format before, but enjoyed it. Salmon was well cooked but not dry. As someone who usually has leftovers after dinner, the portions were just right at this place. The price was a little more on the expensive side but worth it!

I went to Le Colonial for the first time with friends on a Saturday evening. Service was excellent…read moreand the decor was beautiful. I ordered the duck with bao buns and pickled vegetables. The duck was tender and the sauce it came with was very good! The bao buns were also very good. I just wasn't a fan of the pickled vegetables which couldn't be substituted sadly. This is more of an upscale restaurant so I probably wouldn't come here often if I lived here but it's certainly a nice experience for special occasions or guests visiting!

The food was very good... but not great. I was a little disappointed in the foie gras; well, the…read morefoie gras itself was delicious, the bread and preparation did not do much to bring out or compliment the flavor. The lobster pasta special was good, but the flavor of the sauce could have been developed a little more. Citrus tart was delicious. Our Server, Aaron, was fantastic. Very charming. Good recommendations. Personable. One major disappointment was we seated at a table directly next to a young child. When we were seated, there were a number of empty tables nearby. There was no reason to sit us directly next to the young kid.

Still a classic. One of Buckhead Life group's success stories…read more Its vibe is classic French bistro. Maybe sharp casual is the best way to describe the dress. Service is white glove style. Attentive but rarely overbearing. Most of the servers I have met have been jovial and helpful. The menu is a varied list of classic dishes. Over the years, I've eaten many of the foods on offer. They are all variations of delicious. My only suggestion is to avoid the steak frites. They have a salon for quieter seating but make reservations for the room, especially if you are a larger group. Caritas

I haven't been here in 10 years and I came by for lunch today. It's certainly my loss because I had…read morea great lunch. One of my favorite things to always get at any French bistro is their croque monsieur. This one was light fluffy really delicious with a side salad. I just finished playing pickleball it was thirsty and the server filled my glass up every time it was empty probably about 10 times. Really great attitude too. I never think of this place for business lunches but I am in the future. Just a really relaxed at home casual kind of atmosphere. I can't wait to try the other specialties and will update my review after dinner.

My team decided to go for lunch and we chose La Petite Maison. It's located off of Roswell Rd, not…read moreto far from the Abernathy intersection. It's a standalone build and not part of the shopping centers. Upon walking in, it has an elevated feel with White table service. We visited on a Thursday for lunch and it was fairly busy and the service was a little slow. From a food perspective- around the table, we had a couple of seafood orders, a salad, and a couple of sandwiches. Admittedly, it was just ok. The fish dishes were very dry and the salads were overdressed. The sandwich options received better feedback from the group. For lunch - there are better options. If I was going for an occasion (and for dinner), I might give it another shot.

We had dinner here with our parents to test it out as a rehearsal dinner spot and the staff was…read morebeyond helpful helping us decide what to order for both drink and food and were knowledgeable about the event menus. We sat on the enclosed patio area which is a gorgeous part of the restaurant with lots of natural lighting. They had the sommelier come over to help us with our choice of wine for both this evening and our upcoming event. She also helped us choose a menu for the evening that helped us decide what we wanted for our event. Everything was fantastic but the standouts were the pulpo, salmon, and peppers for the tapas. The fish was incredible for the asador section. Our dinner made us even more excited about hosting our rehearsal dinner here soon!

Finally made it to Cooks & Soldiers after hearing so many good things, and it definitely lived up…read moreto the hype! I visited with a friend who had been dying to try it, and we left very happy with our experience. Our server was fantastic and extremely helpful in navigating the menu and assisting my friend with a cocktail choice she really enjoyed. I opted for sparkling wine with a splash of St. Germain, and I loved that they brought the St. Germain on the side so I could customize the "splash" to my liking. It's those small details that make a difference. We shared a few different dishes and everything was executed well. My friend's chicken was incredibly moist and flavorful, and my Branzino was pretty good. Our accompanying sides were the whipped potatoes, broccoli, and the patatas bravas. Parking in West Midtown can be a headache, but there is valet right adjacent to the restaurant in the Cottonwood Westside apartment complex. There are other decks nearby if you prefer to park yourself, just be prepared for a bit of a walk. Overall, a wonderful dining experience with great service.

This is my first visit ever and so glad that we made the reservation, even though it was not full…read more But we also have an early reservation for dinner. Little trick is that if you decide to use the valet in the little square area, they will validate your parking. However, since it is located in Buckhead Village parking can be a challenge at times, however very cheap at two dollars an hour. This is significantly cheaper to downtown Chicago or any other section of Chicago equivalent to Buckhead Village where it is over $14 an hour on the street parking. Anyhow, let me say that Pedro our server was fantastic. He is so full of personality and courtesy and super patient with us. I've read many reviews to talk about slow service and I have to say it is not slow service. It is simply them telling you that they are not rushing you through a meal that is to be enjoyed in an amazing ambience. And they let you move at your pace, which is fantastic. You can tell by the photos we ordered quite a bit of food and everything was absolutely delicious as there were no leftovers whatsoever My only complaint about the place is first the velvet chairs and benches make it very hard to scoot on in or get off Further, you have to pay for bread service here, which I do not believe in. Considering the prices, the bread, even if it was minimal bread and butter should be complementary. I will definitely be coming back here again, whether there be this location or their other locations in the south or even New York This is a must stop and worth every penny!

Everything was so delicious! The interior is cute & great for date night, we went on a double date…read more -We brought our own wine bottle & they open for a corkage fee -We tried both the salmon & tuna tartare (the 4 of us shared) and each was yummy in its own way (different flavors). -We ordered the charcuterie board, yummy as well but definitely better for 2 to share instead of 4 due to portion size. -Main entree for me was the mussels which cane with fries & OMG I will come back JUST for the mussels & fries. The fries are so delicious & the mussels were in a delicious wine sauce. -My man got the mushroom risotto & that too was yummy! -Delicious espresso martinis, we ordered a 2nd round as our dessert haha. -Our server was so great & on top of it. Cannot wait to go back!!!

We went here to celebrate our engagement and we were NOT disappointed. From the moment that we…read moreentered the restaurant, we were instantly welcomed. We were gifted a signed card from the employees and a celebratory glass of champagne on the house. The atmosphere was intimate, relaxing and comforting. From the music to the decor, we instantly loved the environment. The food was incredible especially the redfish, the gourmet burger and the truffle fries. Abigail, our waitress, done an excellent job of making our evening special and memorable. We will definitely be back!

We were so excited to try Tiny Lou's great ambiance, cozy tables. Makes you wanna order a cocktail…read moreor three and splurge. However ... five of us made a reservation, for 5:30, our plan was to eat a celebratory birthday dinner ( two birthdays) then catch the sunset on the roof. We should've known there would be issues from the drink order: A vodka tonic order yielded a vodka soda even after she confirmed he wanted tonic, not soda. The other drinks came out at different times. We ordered bread and our salads and entrees. Then the server brought out a plate of deviled eggs " a gift from the chef!" How nice. They were good, we appreciated it. Our entrees were OK: Short ribs were rich and meaty, redfish was good but a bit overcooked and dried out, pork was OK, mussels were good, but the bread wasn't grillled and was slathered with almost inedibly salty garlic butter. The salads were meh. We had wine and water and asked for our checks so we could make sunset. She brought back one check for two couples and a single. We asked if she could split it. She came back a few minutes later, after we sent the birthday folks to the roof for sunset, she said we could "just throw a card down" for the combined check. We reminded her that we wanted to split the check. She completely forgot. Several minutes later, we go our checks. Those deviled eggs that were supposed to be a "a gift from the chef?" They were on one of the checks. Thanks so much for the gift. Anyway, we quickly paid and made it upstairs before the sun was below the horizon. The roof is awesome. But Tiny Lou's is a one and done. Not worth the price. Not special. Would rather just eat at home post-sunset.

I drive past Douceur de France multiple times a week - a GEM hidden in plain site…read more Today I stopped, Ariel & Maya were patient while I was so indecisive! They offered recommendations and were sincerely cheerful. I cannot wait to indulge in my almond croissant. I purchased a sour cream pound cake for my daughters and a gorgeous chocolate ganache tarte for a friend.

I always try to give a restaurant at least 3 visits before a bad review. In the event the first…read morevisit is a bad experience. Well today is visit number 4. I am not sure why this place is always busy. Maybe there is a special insider club that gets preferential seating and service. On all four of my visits. I waited over 20 minutes to be seated when tables were visibly open and no others were waiting in line. Once seated service was slow and I underwhelming. Water cups are not filled regularly, drinks that are ordered are slow to arrive and refilled. My average wait time for food once ordered was 35 minutes ( my second trip the wait was over 45 minutes for two breakfast items!). I know Atlanta area restaurants are known for its atlantude from staff when dining out ,but everyone was pleasant, everything here was very slow moving. This may be an understaffing issue. Food was average tasting and nothing stood out. I would recommend avoiding this spot for the cost paid for the meal and the slow speed.

Whoa, Petit Chou on a Sunday morning is busy and full of energy, which honestly adds to the charm…read more We were lucky enough to grab a seat at the bar, and it turned out to be the perfect spot to enjoy the experience without waiting too long. The bar seat was great to see all of the rushing but feel out of the way while people were coming and going. The Cabbagetown Bowl was incredible. The combination of flavors worked so well together, and the salad was a standout on its own thanks to the amazing dressing. The egg on top brought everything together perfectly and made the dish feel complete and a nice breakfast staple. Service was friendly and attentive even with the crowd, and the atmosphere had that cozy neighborhood feel that makes you want to linger a little longer, but you shouldn't because people need to eat, too. If you're looking for a great brunch spot with fresh, flavorful food, Petit Chou should be on your list. I'll definitely be back.

I am conflicted with this place. The food is good but the portion sizes are tinyyy for the price. I…read moreordered the breakfast bowl ($14.50) that comes with potatoes, cheese, chicken sausage, an egg and side of arugula and tomato salad. Also shared a French toast and fruits with friends as dessert. Sounds like a lot, but I was still hungry when I got home 2hours later... and I'm not seen as someone with a big appetite usually. Service was okay but the waitress forgot to give us utensils for the French toast after clearing the table so we ended up having to use our coffee spoons Interior has limited seating but not hard to get a table. I'll probably come back again eventually due to the proximity to my home but not in a rush to return.