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    Casa Balam

    4.1 (102 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Branzino
    Shimere B.

    My friend and I really loved our experience here! The food was amazing, our server was great, and the vibes were fantastic. It was a good sized crowd but we didn't have to wait to be seated and the food came at a reasonable pace. I was very pleased. We had the birria empanadas and the queso for starters. She had the half chicken, I had the branzino and we shares a side of rice and beans. The menu is a la cart and has a family/sharing vibe to it, so perfect for ppl who might want to order a few things and share!

    Millie C.

    Came for dinner and it was not super busy. We got seated immediately. The service was amazing from the moment you arrive. Our server was very nice and informative about the menu and gave us great recommendations. We got the pulpo, that came with an amazing spicy sauce and also fresh beets that were so sweet. The empanadas were packed with flavor ! The fish tacos were also really good, fried perfectly and not too oily. The salsa was also the perfect spice. The Al pastor was so flavorful and perfectly grilled. We also got the chocolate cheesecake and the cherry syrup was perfectly tart and sweet, an amazing combination with the rich chocolate cake. Overall, can't wait to be back

    Lyndon B.

    Food delicious, atmosphere , went on a low key night and place is a vibe. I can appreciate a restaurant that shows they value their patrons. Juan gave suggestions, attentive, and food is a wave . What more can you ask for. Highly recommend

    Natasha W.

    It's been awhile since we dined at Casa Balam and I'm happy to report they have won us over! We booked reservation on a Friday night for a date night. The ambiance was romantic. Since we last visited, the added a new tapas menu! We loved everything we ordered from it. We had the roasted potatoes, buffalo wings, and steak & ahi tuna tostadas. We'll definitely come back with friends & try more options off their tapas menu.

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    Eddie K.

    Food was pretty good. We started with an appetizer epamadas de birria which was really good. For the main entrée we both got the steak.. 14 oz ribeye.. we ordered one medium and one medium rare. I got the frijoles charros and my best friend got pastelitos decided queso as the side. We also had the sticky toffee cake for dessert. It was really good. We also got 2 bourbon vacations which were ok. We were both hoping for more of the coconut flavor but we got more of the citrus flavor. The service was very good. The waiter was very attentive and checked on us just the right amount. He was pretty cool. The ambiance was pretty dope as well. Very modern Spanish restaurant.

    Celia Monique W.

    For starters, they have the RIGHT people working there. The hostess was so sweet and had such LIVE energy. Naturally you notice the beautiful decor once you walk in, but the greeting from the hostess definitely set the tone. My server's name was Adamari. LOVEDDDDDD her I hope I get her next time too! It was my first time there, so she helped me with making some choices on apps/drinks etc...(and was so patient about it too :) ) So for my drink, I ordered the Bourbon Vacation. Y'all omgggg. It was SOOOO good. It was Woodford Reserve Bourbon ( which is my personal fave), but it also had pineapple in it cuz I need to have a sweet kick to my drinks. While it was good it was strong, so if you are a lightweight like me, the one was enough lol! For my apps I ordered the Empanadas de Birria. TOOOO good. So good, that I was thinking of putting in another order and having it for dinner. I mean, everything was seasoned well, birria was nice and tender, deff ordering that again on the next visit. I also ordered the Brussel Sprouts, I liked the pickled onions on top, just would've like them a little crispier next time. For my entree I ordered the Tacos De Pescado Frito. I thought it was just ok, but honestly I think that's because my mind is always fixated on ordering a meat dish. So I will give that another try when I return.

    All of the drinks are pretty and good !
    Jacinta J.

    Casa Balam absolutely delivered a memorable dining experience. We started with the guacamole and 12 ostiones frescos--both incredibly fresh and flavorful. For our entrées, he had the 18 oz bone-in ribeye with bone marrow and broccolini, which was rich, tender, and perfectly cooked. I ordered the Cordero a la parrilla and was blown away by the bold, smoky flavor and how beautifully it was plated. From the atmosphere to the food, drinks, and attentive service--everything was impeccable. A true gem for anyone who appreciates elevated Latin-inspired cuisine with a luxurious twist. We'll definitely be back.

    Birria de Res
    Amber Q.

    I've wanted to visit Casa Balam after seeing an Instagram post and it didn't disappoint. This is an upscale Mexican restaurant with a unique spin on classic dishes. We had the queso for our appetizer. It was good, I didn't have chorizo in mine, but the mushrooms were a diff twist. I which it had more chilis mixed it, but it was good. We shared the Lubina al Miso and Birria. The birria was super tender, but my partner and I agreed the flavor could have been more robust. It was spicy but lacked the undertone of flavors like cinnamon that make Birria so good. The sea bass was an absolute stand out! It was flavorful, the fish was soft, seasoned well, and nessled on a bed of chickpeas, pinto beans, and whatever else was in there. My partner had a bourbon cocktail, which was also good. Although we didn't have dessert, (we were stuffed) the dessert options sound amazing, from sticky toffee to a corn tree leche! Our server was also nice, attentive, and gave good recommendations.

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    Gretel Y.

    A couple of girlfriends and I visited Casa Balam for dinner while I was visiting over the holidays. We made a reservation and were greeted and seated as soon as we arrived. The space is beautiful, love the decor. I tried the following: Espresso martini Coliflor al horno $17 Guacamole $15 Burrata and mangoes $16 Lubina al miso $39 The espresso martini was wonderful. The apps, coliflor al horno, and guacamole were fresh and flavorful. I wasn't sure I would like the burrata and mango combo in the salad, but I quite enjoyed it. I also enjoyed the textures in the salad. For my entree, I opted for the lubina al miso, which features a Chilean sea bass marinated in miso with snap peas, fire roasted salsa, epazote and orange glaze, and chickpeas. Even though it wasn't bad and the fish was cooked well, the whole entree was my least favorite. I felt like it was missing something. Service was fast and friendly, and we had a wonderful experience overall. Casa Balam is a great addition to downtown Decatur!

    Stacie N.

    Mesmerized by the beauty of this Upscale Mexican Cuisine located in Downtown Decatur. The vibes & aesthetic @ Casa Balam is everything! There's free parking at Artisan Garage right next to the restaurant. We went here for Sunday's Brunch Date & service was great! The award goes to "Corn Tres Leches" One of the most unique & best desserts I've had so far. Great place for brunch date, GNO, date nights or any occasion really. I'll def be back soon to try other dishes & ofc can't miss the dessert lol :P

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    Kevin P.

    Wow! Great addition to the downtown Decatur area. This ain't your grannies Ted Turner's Montana Grill anymore. Love the decor and that bar is fire. Great service and really good drinks. Sign of a good bartender is how well they make a Manhattan and they did it right. Good was off the chain (showing my age with that line). The Pulpo for and appetizer for 2 could have feed 3. The Branzino and the Halibut were cooked perfectly. Love a Mexican restaurant that know how to do fish. Oh we gon be back for sure.

    Jasmine J.

    4.5/5 Great food, drinks & impeccable service. The elevated Mexican cuisine is delicious and the vibe is perfect for date night or girls night. Our server Odaleis was very knowledgeable and personable. The dishes we enjoyed most included the fried fish tacos, birria empanadas and branzino. Unfortunately, they were out of mussels, rice and for some reason my entree was not served with potatoes as listed, However my server got that adjusted on our check when I made her aware. Drinks were also tasty and strong, thanks to the bartender Tommy!

    Talesha C.

    We came here on a Saturday at noon. We did make a reservation, but we didn't need to because the restaurant wasn't full at all. There was plenty of seating. We were able to get one of the booth seats toward the back, with full view of the restaurant. We started with the birria empanadas. They were tasty, light and flaky. I preferred the green salsa with them but they, honestly, didn't need a salsa at all. The waiter was pretty quick with taking our drink and appetizer orders. For our entrees we ordered the eggnog French toast and my partner ordered the whole fish branzino. We were waiting for our food for 20-25 minutes before they brought it out. It was very slow service when as I stated, the restaurant wasn't packed or full at all. For about 15 minutes we watched as the kitchen put a lot of the finished food on the counter, but didn't take it out to the tables. There was literally food just sitting on the counter for 15 minutes. Why would you do that? This gives the opportunity for food to get cold. We actually contemplated just paying for our drinks and appetizer and leaving because they were so slow. Our waiter didn't even come back to us after she dropped off our second round of drinks, so we didn't see her or get an update from her for at least 20 minutes. When we were telling the waiter to bring our check for the appetizer and drinks, our food magically appeared. The branzino was hot; however, my French toast was on the cooler side because they just had it sitting on the counter getting cold. Though the French toast was cold, it bread was soft and it tasted pretty good. This wasn't worth the thirty minute drive. To get better, I would encourage the restaurant to increase the number of servers or deliver the food to the tables as it's ready so food won't get cold. Also the branzino (pescado rostizado) needed seasonings. Maybe salt and pepper, maybe something more.

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    We recently visited Fawn to celebrate our 12th wedding anniversary…read more We were seated in one of the beautiful booths on the wall. There are also tables and bar seating. We were lucky to be served by Hannah, who was kind and knowledgeable. She was an excellent help with guiding us towards the best drinks for our tastes and the food we were contemplating. She explained the menu in detail and helped us curate the perfect meal. I had an espresso martini and another one I can't recall the name of, but it had champagne in it, while my hubby had the Hello sunshine and the Between the Sweet Symphony. For dinner, we share the melt-in-your-mouth crudo, the crispy, but all-meat crab rissoles, and the dry-aged marbled grouper for the main. Every bite of each dish was so delectable. We ended our evening with a dessert that reminded me of an elevated apple pie and an amaro. We love it all so much that we want to come back and try other drinks and food items on the menu. This restaurant is an excellent addition to our rotation of drinks and food.

    Fawn is one of my go to happy hour spots especially since they have it on saturdays from 12-6. Love…read morethe ouef mimosa soft boiled eggs, salmon belly bacon and grilled oysters. Their four amaro espresso martini isn't on the HH menu but you can't leave with out. I recommend going right when they open as it gets much busier later in the service and it's nice to be in there when it's quiet. Service is always attentive with out being overbearing.

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    Madeira Park

    4.4
    (25 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    We've been meaning to get here for awhile. Heard great things and was not disappointed…read more My love is a lover of rieslings. Unfortunately, the menu option by the glass was out. Without asking, the tatted up dude bartender (I'm horrible with names) went and asked if he could pop open another option. Owners agreed and boom, we were tasting this glorious option. Wifey loved it. My choice of drink at a wine bar was an old fashion. The other bartender (super chill chica) whipped up a great citrus tasting version. Loved it. Loved the design of this place. Super cool use of mirrors to make it feel more grand than the size (which was already very open). Very cool overall feel here. I can't say enough about the people and drink choices. Already planning on a round two soon.

    This is one of those places that is so rightfully hyped because they do everything right. From the…read moreambiance to the food and wine, everything about this place was spectacular. We started with a lovely cheese board for the table, which was delicious and fresh. Paired with that we of course split a bottle of wine at the recommendation of the staff - we absolutely loved the pick! For the main I had the gnocchi, which was absolutely fantastic. I was so full but managed to scrape down the whole thing because of how light the gnocchi was and how delicious the sauce was. All 3 of us agreed this is the kind of place we want to come back over and over so we can try everything! 10/10 from me! Just note, parking wise, there's a tiny tiny lot, but I street parked around the corner. This area is notoriously a little harder for parking so just give yourself some extra time!

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    10 out 10 y'all. If and when your in the downtown sort of Avondale estate area. Please stop by…read moreCremalosa. I wish I wasn't lactose intolerant I would have indulged in all the flavors. But my grandson has found a new love for Gelato here. The creamery is a nicely, quaint decorated space, clean and plenty of outside space on those gorgeous sunny days. We received amazing customer service, we was allowed to try some flavors before buying. Message!!!!! (keep your sample spoons for your actual gelato purchase) heck...we are trying to save the planet people. Anywho! My choses was to die for. The lemon was lemony which I truly loved. That lemon tart had that one eye twirking (LOL). That's when you know you got a good lemon flavor. The strawberry was the giving every bit of spring. My grandson almost finished his Carmel coffee/strawberry cup before we got to the car. I thought that was a disgusting combination but he said he LOVED LOVED it. So, the next time I have to pick him up I guess this will be one of our Decatur spots to come to. Take my advice go try them out. They have several flavors to choose from.

    Cremalosa is such a sweet neighborhood spot. This time I got a boozy shake with the seasonal lemon…read moreblueberry gelato plus bourbon and it was delicious! The outdoor seating is an extra plus, perfect for a nice day. They used to have happy hour Fridays 4-6pm but I was there at 4:30pm today (Friday) and they didn't have the deals. Not sure if happy hour is only seasonal but it'd be great if that was clearer. FYI, they are planning to move down to street to Avondale Estates soon.

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    Decent location if you're looking to see a live show in the Emory area. Fantastic selection of…read moretapas, and their drinks are delicious. The hightop tables were a bit too high for us, but the other traditional seating was great with a candle at every table. We ordered all types of things. The pulpo (octopus) and baked mussels really stood out as our favorites. Owner/manager came out to speak with us. He and his staff clearly care about creating a great business with the best Spanish dishes in the area. Give this spot a try--you won't regret it!

    My husband and I came here last month with one of my friends and it was an excellent introduction!…read moreMy friend had been here before just for dessert and had been wanting to try more dishes, so we visited upon her recommendation. The ambiance is classy while not being stuffy, with business casual dress code. All of the staff were welcoming and kind to us, from the hostess to our waitress to the food runners. We shared several tapas: paella verduras, Pulpo parrilla (grilled octopus), Pan con tomate, empanadas with beef, Calamares fritos (calamari) , Espárragos (asparagus), and Patatas bravas. Everything was absolutely delicious! One of my favorite items of the night was the bread with tomato (pan con tomate)! The bread was toasted perfectly and came with garlic and grated tomato to spread on it, along with a sprinkling of greens. My typical favorite at Spanish restaurants (patatas bravas) was done very well here too, with the right crunch and tasty sauces. The perfectly tender octopus came with a side of beans that I wished to ask for the recipe for because they were seasoned so nicely! The calamari was breaded lightly which allowed the natural flavors to shine. The beef empanadas were juicy and crisp. The asparagus was cooked to perfection. The vegetable paella was also filling and wonderful! We ended our meal with the toffee butter cake which was an absolute dream. We look forward to coming back for more!

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