Colleta's has changed for the good. First off and perhaps the most important was the service. Our server was Aleana (pronounced as ELANA). She was outgoing, engaging, new one to serve us, and went to walk by when we were talking. Extremely emotionally, intelligent, and one of the nicest people I've ever met. She made the entire dining experience so enjoyable that I've made this restaurant one of my favorites in Atlanta. The food was amazing and the prices were not high. We had appetizers and pizza. The entire experience once more was made amazing by our server. Thank you Aleana. You are the best. Joe (p3 + T) read more

Dined last night with my wife, and two of our friends. We had a young lady serving us, and she was training another server. She was thoughtful about her recommendations, but never pressured us into anything. She knew the menu very well, and was able to answer any questions that we had. We started with the meatballs, buratta, & focaccia bread. All three were very tasty, but I thought the meatballs were the best. I had their black pepper Tagliatelle. The flavor was incredible, and the portion was very sizable. I wish there was a little bit more of the pork in the dish, it seemed to be a little light, and I think it would've added a nice saltiness to it if there was just a bit more in the pasta... but it did not take away from how delicious it was. One of our friends got the ravioli, and it was absolutely exquisite. I'm not even sure what was in the dish, but the flavors blended so well. We enjoyed a side of the crispy potatoes, which were cooked very well. I would definitely recommend. Collette. The entire vibe of the restaurant was warm and a perfect date night place to go. read more

Well, from almost 1 year ago to the day, the quality of food, service, and furnishings have diminished. Happy hour pizza now $14 , still tasty and love the crust. Salad has shrunk, completely changed from the yummy kale salad and new I dressing is tasteless. Pleatherette bar stools are cracked, need new upholstery. Bar counter is stained, dead bugs by the window, gnats flying around, minimal attention by BT's friendly if somewhat inattentive. Owners need to decide if they are staying invested.... as of today, it looks like they have checked out. Time to refocus here and not take it for granted. Shame, it has much potential. Meh read more

Very lovely restaurant. Great staff, great food and good location. Dined here a handful of times and it was always great! Food is fresh, consistently made great and staff is eager to please. I almost always get meatballs, black pepper tagliatelle, and tiramisu is always good. Ravioli and spaghetti are also to die for!!! Rum old fashioned, White Negroni and Boulevardier are always slam dunk. Manager Destiny runs this place very well... read more

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What a delicious experience. Colletta has a beautiful ambiance with nice lighting and those entry doors will blow you away. They reminded me of castle doors. Lol. So big and massive. Close your eyes as you taste their food and you'll swear you're dining in Italy. They start you off with some complimentary warm, fresh-baked, focaccia and a nice olive oil. A nice touch as it seems like less and less places are doing this. The Colletta salad was amazing. A healthy bowl of all the perfect fixings. Some fresh mixed greens, green olives, pepperoncini, nice soppressata, tomatos, cucumber and radish's in a creamy Italian dressing. A very delicious start indeed. The main entrée was even more impressive, Mafaldine Allo Scoglio (pasta of the reef) some saffron seasoning with mussels, shrimp, tessa, nduja all in a white wine butter sauce. Perfect pasta with an explosion of flavors. Mama Mia it was amazing. All that and a well crafted Old Fashion with impeccable service throughout the meal and I was one satisfied customer. Returning to try other menu items is definitely in my future. read more

Beautiful restaurant, prompt, attentive service. Great selection of wines. I tried the chicken Parmesan and their meatballs for which I'd read great reviews. The meatballs were nice. Interesting sausage, beef and spice combination. The chicken Parmesan and accompanying spaghetti was disappointing. Noodles weren't cooked Al Dente. They were undercooked. Chicken was dry, chewy, and hard to cut. Not sure if it was just an off day in kitchen. My husband had the pork and while the flavor combo was good, the pork was dry and overcooked. I would probably not ever return except perhaps for cocktails. read more

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Literally round of applause to the entire staff, front and back of house! Valet set the tone on arrival. Warm greeting, friendly, incredibly efficient and didn't mind answering my questions at all. (complimentary but we love to tip for great efficient service right guys?) Immediately upon entry i was warmly greeted by Vicky and Destiny. I'd already decided on bar seating and they were more than happy to show me the way to get settled. The bar was a fantastic choice, Avery, Cam and Alex crushed it! From maintaining the flow of the restaurants beverages to their lone bar guest with lots of questions (me lol), they handled everything to perfection while giving stellar recommendations. Their menu knowledge both beverage and bar is impressive. Kudos in that regard for sure. My goodness, i should've gotten the chefs name because every single bite was impeccable. The buratta bruschetta and tagliatelle are unlike any I've had before anywhere else! By the time i was stuffed full i still had leftovers which they graciously boxed for me, i wasn't leaving it at all lol. Kudos to the beverage director as well, the spring cocktails are on the money! I tried the Collette Spritz, Tramanto Sour and Old Corpse reviver. Of the 3, the spritz is surprisingly my favorite. I'm not a beer gal and sometimes don't enjoy Aperol but every ingredient blended well. Try it, trust me, Avery and Cam, those were some of their suggestions! The manager Leo is very kind and personable, i appreciate the brief convo we had. Miss Destiny, You're knocking it out of the park! From the flow of the restaurant, to the ambiance, to staff engagement, to plain ole convo and customer service i have ZERO complaints and overflowing compliments. I wish i had more names because i to drop, Tristan and one other male server that came by the bar were also very kind. I will definitely be making the drive back out! Thank you guys for an incredible Easter Sunday brunch experience. Please never stop being exactly who you are read more

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We decided to come to Colletta for a graduation dinner, and were not disappointed. The staff were friendly and attentive, while effectively timing check-in to not be overbearing. The meatballs had great flavor, and were presented well; I would have liked them to come out warmer. Same goes for the focaccia. The texture was lovely, the ricotta had nice flavor, but the focaccia itself was cold. The pizzas were incredibly well made, the dough had the right amount of crisp to it, and the toppings were delicious. I found it to be dry and under seasoned. The ravioli was cooked to perfection. The filling was delicious and the shrimp were tender. The real star was the Gnocchi. The sauce was delicious. The clams were fresh, slightly sweet, and very good. The gnocchi itself was also well cooked, had amazing texture, and were well sized. Finally we were grateful for the staff that even had a surprise for our grad. The lighting was beautiful, the dining area was inviting. The music was a little loud but it was overall a good vibe. read more

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Decided to try this well decorated restaurant at The Avalon because the food looked so good on pictures. Valet was available right in front of the restaurant and they were efficient. The hostess and waiter were both pleasant. We really enjoyed our drinks and the focaccia as a starter. We were disappointed with our main course though because they both lacked flavor. The presentation was great, but it needed a lot of support. We rarely ask for salt/pepper but we did for this meal. The skin on the trout had an unpleasant burnt taste as well. read more

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On Monday my boyfriend and I planned on coming here and have been looking forward to it all week for our date night. When we arrived we were greeted by two very professional young ladies at the door who kindly helped us to our table. After about 2 minutes our server came and took my order-a martini- and told us to look over the menu and she would come back to check on us soon. My boyfriend hadn't ordered a drink yet. After about 20 minutes of waiting, my boyfriend got fed up and decided it best that we enjoy our night elsewhere due to the lack of service/attention. He had even tried calling out to the server as she helped a table next to us, yet got no response. We kindly took our check, one martini, and headed out. The manager visited our table before we left and asked us if there was an issue and my boyfriend told him as nicely as possible that our server was taking way too long. We got our servers name but decided it best not to out her publicly, she was sweet and respectful, we just expected better service at an establishment that promises top notch service. Probably will not come back. read more

One of the best places I've been to! The host and bartenders were super nice and helpful! We went during the week for happy hour at the bar. The drinks were amazing! We ordered the appetizer that's just on the happy hour menu and it was very good! Both pizzas came out perfect!! The restaurant is absolutely beautiful! I would recommend this place to everyone! I will have to come back to try brunch! read more

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Our server, Emma, was amazing! She helped us to navigate the extensive Colletta menu and to get the best out of our visit. We will be back soon for another great brunch. read more

Great spot for a group dinner and classic Italian favorites! We celebrated a birthday here with a group of seven, and it was the perfect spot--open, lively, and great for groups. Service was super prompt and friendly, which made the evening even better. We started with a glass of wine; the by-the-glass selection was decent, though definitely on the pricier side. For entrées, the standout was the classic chicken parm--crispy breading, juicy inside, full of flavor, and served with a big side of spaghetti and marinara. It was the fan favorite of the night! Other highlights were the pork chop and the rigatoni, and honestly, everyone loved their dish. Since it was a birthday, the restaurant surprised us with a shared dessert, a generous touch that made the night feel special. I'll definitely be back soon--next time I've got my eye on the tiramisu and an espresso martini. This spot nails the Italian classics and is a must if you're craving a hearty, memorable meal. read more

Very delightful evening experience celebrating a birthday. Kelsey provided good service and was backed up by the wonderful Destiny who really went above and beyond with special surprises and sincere interaction. We enjoyed the caesar salad (split) with burrata app. Mains were ravioli and rigatoni bolognese - both were delicious and hearty. Dessert was an apple pastry a la mode which was perfect to cap the meal. Overall 5 stars and we will be back. Highly recommend. It was a little noisy at the start with loud music but it got softer so it must have been adjusted. read more

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Not a big fan of this place- we had it during alive after five and yes it was crazy busy, but we waited so long for wings and pizza and it came out cold. We waited inside the restaurant and it was still cold. Getting some ranch for this took forever as well as the servers were running tables left and right and no one seemed to be approachable.. not sure if I would give it another go read more

Brought some work people here and we had a great experience! Beautiful space. Our server was great and attentive. She gave us some recommendations that we definitely went with. We started with the calabrese pizza which was a favorite of everyone's. We also had the prosciutto di Parma and the honeycomb that came with it is soooo good! Nice touch. Beautiful plate. I loved my ravioli - very hearty. Honestly all the pasta looked so good, I don't think you can do wrong. Next time I definitely want to get the squid ink pasta! Definitely recommend you checking this spot out! read more

Colletta - Ravioli - Italian Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

Wow... Among the best Pasta Bolognese I've had and easily the best I've had outside of NYC or Italy. The Bolognese here is absolutely to die for and the pasta was prepared al dente, just how I like it. Great charcuterie and meat balls here as well. Rounding out the meal was great service and a warm atmosphere. Might have to visit Atlanta more often. read more

Colletta - Great Italian red our waiter recommended - Italian Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

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We were back in town to visit family and actually ended up coming here twice. We came on a Friday night. There were four adults and one child, the restaurant is really beautifully decorated and has a really upbeat fun atmosphere. Our server was very patient and accommodating as were the people that greet you at the door. They have a really nice cocktail and wine by the glass menu as well as the food menu. Everybody at our table felt the same thing, the food was well executed, but was very bland. I had to ask for extra cheese and we all asked for salt. The second time we went back two days later, I thought everything was a lot better. My only critique is, I don't think the prices are outrageous, but it is on the higher end, for that I would expect perfection . But still a very good restaurant and I will definitely go back when we are in town. read more

A second date with the woman of my dreams and it couldn't have gone better - excellent service in the bar from Starr pre-dinner, as well as just the right amount of attention by our server, Taylor - great food from the classic chicken parm to the potato gnocchi - and a nice selection of wines that just happened to include our favorites - Moscato for her and Chianti for me - excellent food and marvelous company! read more

This restaurant is just beautiful. Walking in through the big grand doors, I was a little disappointed at how slow and long service was even though they weren't busy but staff were very friendly. It did seem like they were new and being trained. Let's talk food - hands down best bolognese in the area and surrounding towns, my kids kept asking for me. Pizza was very disappointing , burnt bottoms and strong burnt flavor. The calabrese had hot honest which added a nice touch. Plenty of public parking In the area. This would be a great date night spot, and had a nice outdoor closed off area read more

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Wow. Wow. Wow. No place can compete with Colleta! Coco was an excellent server. We had many questions about the menu and she was very happy to answer them. Service like this is rare. I forgot my leftover pizza box inside and she even brought it out the valet lot for me. You cannot find this anywhere and Alpharetta and if you book a table at Colleta, ask for coco! She is the best! read more

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I love the food at Colletta, and their espresso martinis are probably the best in Alpharetta! I am *very* picky about my espresso martinis. Colletta makes them with real fresh espresso and the perfect foam on top. So if you just stop by the bar for a drink - this is the one to get! We started with the prosciutto di parma, which comes with honeycomb. It's the best appetizer on the menu! When it comes to pasta, I try to stay gluten free. Colletta's gluten free pasta is lovely. I ordered the gluten free CAB bolognese and it was amazing. The sauce is flavorful and thick. My friend ordered the black pepper tagliatelle and said it was also amazing. I couldn't try it because of the gluten, but she said the egg yolk on top made it extra delicious. The restaurant is clean, open, and nicely decorated. They have a cute side-patio for when the weather is nice. We sat inside tonight with a very large group. We had 10 ladies celebrating a birthday. We were seated in the back room, which is a bit more private. Our server and the manager (I think his name was Austin?) were both friendly. They knew we were celebrating a couple birthdays, had had roses on the table for the birthday girls! My one complaint about Colletta is the speed. The kitchen seems to get a bit overwhelmed with larger groups and although our reservation was at 6:30, the food didn't arrive until 8:30. Now, keep in mind we were a big group of 10 women. We had various food allergies and preferences (a gluten allergy, a shellfish allergy, and a vegetarian) at our table. So I know we weren't the easiest group. Even so, two hours to get entrees seemed a bit long. After the meal, they brought us bday cakes for the women celebrating and a special candle. I will be back to Colletta for a date night soon. Can't wait for another espresso martini! read more

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Overall the experience was good but probably wouldn't come back. Dishes we ordered were good but, nothing extraordinary I would want to come back for. The interior is beautiful and very spacious inside. The service was good but somewhat slow though it didn't seem too busy. It's great that restaurant offers complimentary valet parking, especially for limited parking Avalon has. If your in the area and looking for a more fancy sit down place, worth a try but if your just looking for some good pizza probably Antico is a better choice. read more

**A Pasta Lover's Paradise in the Heart of Avalon** If you're a pasta fanatic, Colletta in Alpharetta's Avalon should already be on your list -- and if it isn't, consider this your sign to book a table tonight. The star of the show is undeniably the pasta. Made entirely in-house, every bite reflects the kind of care and craftsmanship you just don't find at your average Italian spot. Whether you go for the black pepper tagliatelle or something equally indulgent, the texture and flavor are exactly what housemade pasta should be -- rich, satisfying, and memorable long after the meal is over. The setting matches the food beautifully. The open-concept dining room is anchored by a wood-burning oven that gives the whole space a warm, lively energy -- upscale without feeling stuffy. It's the kind of place that works just as well for a date night as it does for a group dinner with friends. Service is attentive and genuinely enthusiastic, and the all-Italian wine list is a nice touch that pairs perfectly with whatever pasta you choose. Colletta isn't just a good restaurant for Alpharetta -- it's a good restaurant, full stop. If pasta is your love language, you'll feel very understood here. read more

The food was amazing! Our server was kind and helpful and fun to talk to! Drinks were perfect, try the limoncello spritz!

We came here for Valentines dinner and loved it. The ambiance was sooooo beautiful, and I was really excited to be there. They even had little roses and candles on the tables for Valentines Day. They start you off with complimentary bread (so toasty!) and olive oil. We then got shrimp scampi to start and two different pizzas, fungi and Margherita, for our entrees. Everything was sooo goood!!!! I really liked the flavors of the shrimp scampi and the flatbread that it came with. The pizzas are a good size. We had a significant amount that we brought home, so we would probably share a pizza and try a pasta next time! They also had some potatoes (side) on the menu that looked really good as well! Can't wait to come back to try! Our server was a little bit slower, but it didn't really make a difference because we were enjoying our time. Food recs: Margherita pizza & Shrimp Scampi read more

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Went for Happy Hour loved the Limoncello Martini! Shared the salad which was huge. Bartenders were super engaging. read more

Colletta - Salad on happy hour menu! - Italian Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

Date: May 16, 2026. Experience: The hostess was cold, never smiled, never welcomed or thanked us for coming. She did not try to accommodate our request to sit outside in spite of the fact that there were 3 empty tables outside and a couple that was finishing up according to her. She never even acknowledged our leaving, much less thank us for our business or offered that we have a good evening. Very cold. The server was fine. The food tasted like it was fresh from the freezer at Publix to the microwave. No bread was served, the pasta was dry and sticky, no extra sauce was on the plate. The mini-split AC units that are high up on the wall are full of black mold, blowing mold spores out across the dining room. Not good! Don't go! read more

This place is amazing the food the ambiance and the service top of the chart Really good pizza and pastas and the drinks are really really good I'll come back in a heart beat one of my favorite in Atlanta read more

I recently went to Colletta at the Avalon for a GNO with friends for dinner before seeing the new Devil Wears Prada 2 movie. We had the best waitress (Allena R.)! She was a pure delight and made our experience exceptional. She was very attentive and personable, made sure everything came out well timed so we could make the movie and brought us a delicious complimentary appetizer and dessert (movie themed). The food and drinks were wonderful, made better by her superior service. 5 stars! P.S. Get the meatballs - they are so good. read more

Lasagna was good, but I wished there was more meat sauce on the dish. The service was good, and the staff was friendly and accommodating! The ambiance was very dim at night, which is great for a date night. read more

Colletta - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

Came on a weekend afternoon to try their new brunch menu. Wanted to order the French toast but was told that it was not available anymore. So we decided to opt for the black pepper tagliatelle because the table next to us ordered it and it looked good and we also got the basket of bread assortment. The assortment came with lemon brioche, Nutella donut, Italian donut holes and a biscuit. The pasta was pretty good but a little too salty and the noodles were not al dente, I thought it was a little too hard. The basket was pretty good and my favorite was the donut holes. Overall, the service was great! They came to check on us multiple times. Will be back to try their other items. read more

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Authentic Italian flavours, great ambience , delicious deserts, and a lovely atmosphere for a perfect date night

Yikes. Have eaten here a couple other times and have always enjoyed the food and drink. This is the only reason for two stars. When service is weak, I let it go and chalk it up to post-Covid staffing and the generally self centered attitude of our current society; how can you serve others when you're only thinking about yourself? This was just poor management. Friday night, in a captive environment like Avalon, dining room only 40% full at 7:00pm...? Tells me I'm not the first to notice. Read my other reviews. I'm not some reactive "Karen" zealot, in fact I've been very successful in the industry for decades. Reservation for 7:30, not seated until 8:00 (whole party present, etc...), then ignored long enough that we walked out without anyone noticing? You're blowing it. Rent is too high to screw up the basics. Get it together. read more

I came here about two months back and I am still blown away. The servers were nice and accommodating the ambiance was great, but the food was the star of the show. The pasta was perfect. read more

My partner took me here for date night and it was a very beautiful time. The restaurant had dim lighting, a soft ambiance, and a romantic space We had a full booth to ourselves and felt a lot of privacy. We did attend during a time it was not super busy so I would say that both also have other tables in front of them, although, during the time we came no one was sitting in front of us. We ordered Pizza, pasta, and potatoes. All of the food was mouthwatering and delicious. Everything was created perfectly and our waiter was very lovely and attentive. Additionally, we did not feel rushed and our waiter had great recommendations to the drink and food list. I would love to go back to this restaurant anytime. It was such a lovely and romantic experience. read more

Colletta - Caesar Salad - Italian Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

Been wanting to check this place out with the family for years! Finally glad we did. Decent wine selection. Amazing seafood options! Everything was delicious and the service was amazing. Very elevated vibe. read more

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I tried the Halibut and it was so good. It was crunchy and creamy at the same time with the perfect sear on the top. Served with wilted spinach, blistered tomatoes in a creamy sauce it was rich so I'm glad I ordered a small ceaser salsad to cut through the richness. It would have been perfect if they had served it with some bread is my only suggestion. read more

Colletta - Halibut - Italian Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

Collettas is a fantastic restaurant. The ambiance is on point with a very cozy atmosphere. We booked a reservation and were seated immediately. Everyone tried a different appetizer so we could try them all. Each one was better than the next. Burrata, grilled octopus, meatballs, and the focaccia bread. The bread was amazing. My friend ordered an Amaretto sour which was probably the best one I have ever had. When the meals came out it was so quiet. We had pizzas, chicken Parmesan, lasagna, and ravioli. Everything was so yummy. Can't wait to go back to Collettas. read more

Let's start with the positive, the front end and wait staff are very friendly and inviting. That's all that was good with our experience. We took our family here to celebrate a birthday. We brought a cake where they held in the back but didn't communicate with our waitress but that's not what went wrong. They tried to charge a $30 cake cutting fee. Nowhere do they mention that, no one said anything about it and never in my life have I seen something so absurd at a restaurant. The food was just meh. The mushroom pizza was tasty, the bread was good and the meatballs were okay. The pasta had no flavor and for these prices, we expect better. We also ordered cappuccinos and gelato. Those were good but then the cake fee set it off for us. Also, they don't have a changing table for families. What Italian restaurant doesn't have family friendly bathrooms? Won't be coming back read more

Colletta - Italian Near Me - Alpharetta, Georgia

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