The Battery is one of my all time favorite places to go and just hang out on a whim. Been meaning to try out Cru and finally had the chance with a brunch date. We were under the impression that the bottomless mimosas were on Saturday but it's only offered on Sunday's. No worries because they have plenty to choose from. First off, parking for the first 3 hours are free so use that to your advantage. Cru is somewhat centrally located when it comes to the restaurants in The Battery. We of course opted for their beautiful outdoor seating due to COVID and was comfortable even in the Georgia heat. For drinks, I started with the Rose flight and he opted for one of the Red Wine flights. What I loved most about the flights is that Cru brings you informational cards to go along with each flight; detailing name, cost, origin, etc. Since this is heavily tapas spot, we decided on the Lobster Dumplings and Goat Cheese Beignets..both were DELICIOUS!!! Goat cheese and beignets doesn't sound good together but LISTEN, You will be disappointed if you don't try it! Can't wait to give their Sunday brunch a try. read more

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Amazing service and amazing selection of wines. Got recommended the goat cheese beignets and grilled cheese and tomato soup and it absolutely delivered. We also got the salmon and meatballs which were both phenomenal. The wine flights are so fun for whatever mood you're in and they give you a card with them that explains the origin and flavor profile. Service was timely and friendly even post Braves game which can be a hectic time. We'll definitely be back for more. read more

Cru - Grilled cheese and tomato soup - Wine Bars Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

The service and wait of the food was probably 1.5 stars but feel bad leaving that. Even just being checked in on or updated would have been nice. read more

Came to the battery for the first time a few weeks ago and saw Cru and realized it was in my passbook so I made a note to come back. So today my cousin and I came here for lunch today and thoroughly enjoyed ourself. It was a beautiful day so we sat outside. It also happened to be game day for the Braves so they were using their game day menu vs their regular menu. Our server Adrienne was helpful and attentive. He explained the wine flights to us and made sure to keep our waters full. We ordered the cabernet wine flight, I had the philly cheesesteak, and my cousin had the filet mignon. My philly had a good portion of meat, cheese, and peppers, and the flavors were amazing!! This is def a place you want to visit on a beautiful day and sit outside, have conversation, and people watch (lol). read more

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We were in town for the Braves game, decided we needed dinner, and thought we would give it a try. It was a wonderful experience, a great find. Nice seating arrangements, the walls were decorated with wine labels and one wall was nothing but wine bottles. They have many wine flights, wine by the glass or bottles to purchase. Each wine flight comes with "tasting notes", the flight is three wines. We started with the Sauvignon Blanc flight; three very different blancs, using Riedel crystal, a big plus if one knows anything about the glass that you taste wine in. The flight was great , three that we had never tasted before, all 2 ounce pours. We had another flight then ordered dinner, our server was Brandy, she was great. I had ordered a Shrimp & Pesto Pizza ,it had marinated shrimp, with chili flakes on top of them, Campari tomato , Parmesan and Arugula on it . The crust was thin and very flavorful, cooked in a fire heated oven. The pesto was quite good, yes very spicy, but it did not leave you with heartburn later. The other dish was Cast Iron Seared Sea Scallops. It came with 3 huge diver scallops; perfectly seared dry packed scallops. The spinach Parmesan Risotto was well seasoned and with golden tomato marinara. The dish was beautiful, well seasoned and perfect. After the game we stopped by for a nightcap, Andrew was our server . He was also very knowledgeable and a perfect server, just like Brandy . We ordered a glass of wine , a 6 ounce pour, and a Graham's 20 year Port. We originally ordered a Chocolate Molten Lava Cake, but the chef would not send it out; he felt it was not perfect. We applaud him for that. So we ordered the chocolate fondue. It was good but we hoped it would of had more fruit, it only had strawberries, maybe they ran out since it was almost midnight when we arrived. The chocolate was smooth and silky, great flavor. It came with strawberries, pound cake, biscotti, and wafer cookies to dip. We actually stopped the next night for a night cap; another glass of Graham's 20year Port, and. Canvasback Duckhorn Cabernet. The Chocolate Molten Lava Cake was available. We tried it , it was chocolaty , and silky. However the center was not liquid , like it should be. But totally enjoyable. We would definitely come back again when in in town. We also loved The Battery, it is a tobacco free campus, a big plus for us. read more

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CRU is a wonderful concept that falls flat on the value department. The food is good , service is fine but the wine and food are over priced for what you get. I understand you are at the battery but if you are going to charge $21 for some chicken please include a portion that makes that amount of money worth the purchase . The quality is good and the taste of the Picatta was very good. The Wine flight was $15 .....some of these flights have had a $4 increase within the year. It's just not worth it. To be honest the Marlows Chicken stack is just as good if not better and will fill you up way more. I just do not like leaving a place I spend more than $50 With hunger pains. Besides that this is a nice location and fun concept as a wine bar. I wish they had something akin to a wine room where you can try a variety of wines on tap. That would be more fun than trying over priced flights. read more

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The wine selection was awesome for great prices. The environment was so welcoming and enjoyable. Lacy was amazing and very knowledgeable! My boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and can't wait to go back. Highly recommend!! read more

Food and service was great! Bottles of wine come in a good variety of price ranges. We got a bottle of white for $38 and a red for $60 which is more affordable for bottle service. If you love goat cheese the goat cheese beignets were excellent with lots of cheese and the lobster and crab dumplings are a must have. My husband had pizza which was a great option as well. Portions are smaller but overall food is good. Will be back. read more

Cru - Lobster and shrimp dumplings. - Wine Bars Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

..my friend wanted wine so my search for a nice wine bar brought up Cru! This was a great find. The space and ambiance was amazing. We enjoyed the wine flights and the mussels were perfect! We will definitely frequent this establishment in the very near future. read more

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It's hard to get 5 stars from me but this hits on all cylinders. I am a wine person and this place has the best offerings of it . They have a knowledgeable staff and the right glasses for the perfect wines either red or white and they give you what you really like . They will go above and beyond to get you exactly what you want . I love red but they have definitely made my taste broadened in that category. A must for all wine sippers to go . And perfect for a date or just a night by yourself. read more

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This place used to be awesome. Came for brunch Sunday and pretty sure this is where I got food poisoning from. Won't be coming back. See the review a few days before mine. Exact same experience. Inedible food. Terrible service. Bummer. read more

We had a fantastic experience here from start to finish last night for a going away dinner. From calling the day of to make a reservation for 8 people, I didn't think we'd have any luck but they said it'd be no problem. They even called me about 45 mins before our reservation to confirm if we wanted inside or out. Our server Jared was awesome! Very knowledgeable and personable, everyone at the table really enjoyed him. He suggested a great wine to pair with my meal when the one I was looking for wasn't on the menu. The food was great too! I don't think anything was left behind. The highlight dish that the entire table loved was the pear Gorgonzola pizza - Jared suggested next time to add prosciutto for some extra goodness. We will for sure be back. read more

This is my second time at Cru. My experience was once again fantastic. I highly recommend the sauvignon blanc flight. We ordered mussels, Caesar salad, and a steak pizza. All was delish! Great date night spot or night out with your friends! read more

Cru - sauvignon blanc flight - Wine Bars Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Taking a Moment to Share the Magnificent Experience I had at CRU Wine Bar at The Battery on Saturday, March 19. I celebrated my birthday there with 13 of my closest friends. I couldn't have been more impressed with the incredible service and delicious food. We had one server for our entire table. His name is Aiden and he was spectacular. He didn't miss a beat and everyone spoke so highly of him, the beauty of the restaurant, and how great the food was. Highly recommend this before going to a game, celebrating a special day, or just to have a delightful experience. read more

Delicious food and portions. Excellent service, even without reservations. Cozy, warm atmosphere.

It's a wine bar, which is clear. But really... go for the wine. Maybe a snack. My friends and I visited Cru for a girls night recently and were surprised to see it packed on a weeknight. It was primarily large parties, probably work gatherings, so not sure what the norm is there. Wine - 4.5 stars. Great selection! So there are about 20 different wine flight options for $12-20 for 3 wines, 2 oz. pours. You can also buy by the glass or bottle. It's a fun way to try different wines. Food -2.5 stars on entrees but 4 stars for small plates... we started with the goat cheese beignets. They look like carnival zeppolis but taste much better. The dough was a little heavy but good nonetheless. Unfortunately, I can't say the same for the large plates. The branzino was fine but unimaginative and dry. The salmon had a strangely sweet sauce. The filet was mediocre. All of the "roasted vegetables" were not roasted but rather seemed previously steamed then microwaved. Service - 3 stars. I think there's probably a lot of work to be done as a newer establishment. They were very busy and perhaps overwhelmed. However, our server was very slow and didn't seem to have a good pace for waiting on food in the kitchen, bringing checks, etc. The bar staff didn't seem too familiar with their wine selections. Ambiance - 4 stars. Cute, trendy spot in the Battery complex overall... maybe a little overcrowded and could do away with a couple of tables. I would definitely go back, but I'd stick with the wine and try some other small plates. read more

If you are at a baseball game, or not, it's a nice restaurant to grab a bite and socialize. Not great food, but not bad food either. Four Stars due to location and facility. read more

Oh me oh my... this food was the bomb dot com! From the scallops and risotto to the salmon with root vegetables. We had lamb chops and pot stickers that were so well cooked. I so loved the spicy pot stickers! Highly recommend this place if you're a foodie! read more

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Came here very excited to enjoy the wine and dinner with some friends. You have the option to do wine flights, carafes, bottles, or glasses of wine. All four of us chose a flight! I ordered the sexy reds because I adore Spanish wines you get three tastings, mine was $18 which I thought was a bit pricey and not equal to a full glass. The Rioja was my favorite of the 3. Service was a bit slow, but it seemed to be the kitchen. Our table didn't understand what the hold up was, for things like our flatbread pizzas(5/5 crust is amazing and tasty), charcuterie (3/5 I wish you could pick from different cheeses) and beignets(4/5 a bit large but nice crispy outer texture; came 10min after everything else arrived). It was 8:30pm and only the patio area was full of people, but after we ordered, the place cleared out. The atmosphere and food presentation was beautiful. Great place for a nice date, or to sit back and have a fancy meal. I Will be back to try their brunch, or for quick tapas before a night out with friends. read more

Cru - Pictured: the charcuterie board, pizzas, lamb lollipops. - Wine Bars Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I can sum up the ambiance in one word: Refined. We looked at other restaurants in the area and we underwhelmed - most had noise levels that were too high us for with average food offerings until we checked out Cru - it's definitely a cut above anything else we saw. I had the mussels and they were very good, with a wonderful fennel-based sauce. I also had a very nice Pinot Grigio, which was to be expected at a wine-themed restaurant. The service was friendly and prompt so overall we were very pleased. read more

My boyfriend & I went to Cru tonight & it far exceeded our expectations. Our server Jared was really on point from the time we were seated until the time we left. He was very knowledgeable regarding the food menu & wine. I would definitely recommending starting out with a wine flight & then selecting your glass or bottle of wine. We started out with the calamari for our appetizer that came with a lemon aioli dipping sauce that was the star of the dish. I had the halibut that was so flavorful & delicious. I ate every bite lol. My boyfriend had one of the flatbread pizzas that he said so good. I would definitely recommend coming here the ambiance is so welcoming & on point. read more

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On a bustling corner at The Battery Atlanta, there's a wine oasis dotted with bluish-purple umbrellas, marble tabletops, warm vibes, and surrounded by several colors of delicate flowers and greenery. Cru Food & Wine Bar at the Battery Atlanta has mastered the art of superb wine procurement from magnificent champagne and Smell the Roses flights to a wide variety of dishes that compliment the wine on their menu. We can't think of anything better to pair your favorite vino with than a solid charcuterie or small plate, and even a succulent filet mignon. Wine not join us on a culinary journey from our time at Cru Atlanta? What's the first thing you think of when you think of wine? Charcuterie and cheese OF COURSE. Yes, all caps. Cru Food & Wine Bar has exemplary flight pairings with carefully curated list of cheeses and meats. We got the Premier Cru which boasted of salami, prosciutto, soppressata, and manchego cheese and accompanied with a selection of pickled vegetables, tasty mustard, and rustic bread. What a great way to start our wine journey. To go with it we opted for the Smell the Roses flight which had 3 delicate and well-balanced Rose wines. Our favorite was Chateau Gassier Esprit. It was crisp and light with a delicate amount of tart, apples, citrus-like notes. Plus, who can go to a wine bar without sampling at least one champagne? The one we sampled was the Laurent Perrier Brut La Cuvee from France. It was everything a true champagne should be with brut bubbles and a slight tart finish. What's your favorite wine varietal? Beyond your traditional wine bar fare, Cru Food & Wine Bar also offers a wide array of sharable plates. The Ahi Tartare is mild and tender with creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber with a hint of earthiness combined with bitterness of the olive. I (Liz) don't usually like olives (AT ALL) but the combination of the avocado, cucumber, and tomatoes, cuts the bitterness, while the olive actually adds to the flavor. Mix all the ingredients up on the plate and add some of the rustic bread, it's a great bite. After something light, we decided on something a little heavier, like the Wagyu meatballs. With wagyu as the main ingredient, these meatballs are the right amount of meatiness, yet lighter than expected. Paired with a bright and light sauce that we loved, topped with basil that added a good amount of earthiness to balance the richness of the meat and the creaminess of the cheese. Our tip is to cut the meatballs up and pile all the ingredients on the rustic bread for a solid complete bite. Want something a little sweeter? Cru Food & Wine Bar has these goat cheese beignets that are surprisingly decedent treat. Almost dessert-like, we're in love with the creaminess and tart of the goat cheese, the crunch of the beignet, and the sweetness of the honey. That last touch really adds a ton of rich, sweet flavor. The secret ingredient in this dish, though, is the mascarpone. It lightens up the goat cheese and gives it more of a creaminess to the inside. Make sure to get every bit ofhoney, beignet, and filling into one bite and get ready for a flavor explosion. This was the biggest surprise of the night and ended up being my (Liz's) favorite thing! Earlier we asked what's the first thing you think of when you think wine, but now we have a follow up. What's the second? Before you answer, you were thinking steak, right? We knew it and this one is filet mignon at that! This beauty is a perfectly tender piece of meat cooked medium with the right amount of seasoning, sauce, and the tart of the blue cheese. The tasty sauce on the plate around the steak was a chianti-based that was slightly sweet to balance out the tart of the blue cheese and heaviness of the meat. Add in the earthiness of rosemary to round out the flavor! On the side, the au gratin potatoes are like a hearty potato pie with layer upon layer of cheese and potatoes, which goes so well with the sauce. It was also paired with green beans that had the right crunch and seasoning, adding a little hint of freshness and brightness to round out the succulent dish. Sipping on a cool glass of champagne, we relaxed in the shade and just watched people walk by Cru Atlanta. The people around us glasses clinked, and the light sound of chatter filled the warm summer air. We couldn't eat another bite, so we just sat full and happy. We know it's hard but if you could choose one thing to try, what would it be? read more

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Love the concept, enjoyed the one at Avalon a while back. I'd say they have to step up the service at the bar. Too much multitasking and not completing one persons order before moving to the next. Outdoor seating busy but great if you can snag a table. Cheese board good but display not impressive. Come on! We want a good pic to show off your food I loved the honeycomb addition with the cheese. The calamari, shrimp and peppers were a great app. And of course it's all about the wine! Love getting the wine flights and picking what you want. read more

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Wine flights and beignets The perfect combination! I had no idea what I was in for. It was an unexpected surprise. That's why I didn't get a picture of the beignets before I started eating them. Ella our server was the best! So cute and knowledgeable. read more

Fun work dinner. Though they had some mishaps Aden and Savannah was nice, personable and very very enthusiastic about there job. Need more people in the customer service industry like them. read more

I called to see if we could get a reservation on 11/6 at 6:00. I got all of that out of my mouth and was told no, they don't take reservations. That's fine, we can come early and get a table. We drove down, got a hotel room at the battery, walked over to Cru, and there is a sign on the door that says they are closed for an event. On a SATURDAY night. It would have been nice for the lady to have told me that when I called. read more

Cru - Wine Bars Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Let me clear, this is not a wine bar. This is a knockoff of a wine bar. We were told they were out of glasses (the restaurant was half full) and had to wait 15 mins for glasses. They were also out of about a third of the beer on their menu. The food was ok. The pizza was fine, but the Philly cheesesteak had a radish aftertaste that tasted cheap. Overall, this is a "wine bar" in a baseball park, and lives up to what one would expect from one. read more

Food & Service was mediocre and the prices was very expensive. The restaurant is very small and it was not busy, but the server kept disappearing when we needed items. They put some type of sauce made with milk over the Salmon :(. read more

I went with work colleagues. It was my suggestion since I'd been to one in Austin. The service was a balanced level of attentive. I loved the diversity of service. I enjoyed the extremely generously poured flight that I had. We didn't eat there because I just wasn't confident in the gluten-safety. They were very kind, but I thought I'd leave that for another time. The prices seemed fair. They had a decent selection of bottles. It didn't knock my socks off, but I certainly would not blow it off. It would be worth exploring *if convenient*. If I'm at the Battery, I would go back. I would not make the journey to the Battery just to go there, however. read more

Had an appetizer and wine at the bar. Good wine good service. App was good but took a bit longer than expect for a slower night. Was told at 825 last call for food and I had mentioned taking a pizza to go so I ordered the $22 truffle pizza with chanterelle mushrooms, fontina, mozz, and black truffle shavings. 30 minutes later it arrived. 5 minutes later I opened the box. Neapolitan style. Underwhelmed. A bit doughy and tough. No pronounced truffle, or much other flavor. Was looking forward to but....nope. Good try. Great looking menu. I'll try other stuff next time in. Deserves another shot. Maybe short staffed? Times are weird. read more

Location and parking: A huge advantage to any restaurant/bar at the battery is the adjacent parking lot which makes life so much easier. Food and Drinks : We went there for my birthday dinner and it was a great choice. Dinner at a wine bar is almost an immediate win because it is the best of both worlds. I ordered the wine flight ' Dude, sweet' and it amazing ! all three wines were fruity, light and flavorful. We ordered the mussels for our appetizer. The sauce was rich from butter, garlic, lemongrass all of my favorite things. I ordered the salmon with veges as the main entrée and it was beyond delicious. The salmon was falling apart and was perfectly cooked. The brussel sprouts were tender and crunchy and had the right amount of what it seemed like the honey mustard reduction. Price: It is an upscale bar so each entrée ranged from 20-30$, definitely worth a trip for a special occasion. Service: Service was stellar! The place was relatively free as it was on a weekday, but our server checked on us really often and made sure the food came to the table fairly quick. read more

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Great food, great atmosphere on the patio, our servers were excellent--super helpful in picking which wines we would like. Really like the Battery where Cru is located--a very cute entertainment district with lots of fun stores to check out after your meal. I recommend going on a day when the Braves aren't playing (much less crowded and easier to park). read more

Great first impression!!! We arrived at opening and was greeted by the bartender. She was very pleasant and welcoming. I loved the vibe of the restaurant and ALL the wine options on the wall . The prices were definitely very reasonable for the restaurant. I ordered the chicken sandwich and it was surprisingly amazing. Very large portions. I was not able to finish the entire meal. Great location for lunch, girls night out or date night. I will be returning. Loved it! read more

Cru - Chicken Sandwich - Wine Bars Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

My husband and I had dinner here while our teenaged son went to the Braves game on his own - something The Battery makes easy and comfortable. We were nearby, but a world away. This tiny restaurant sits in the middle of the street in Battery Atlanta, which is a pretty busy place. Inside is a bit of a different world. It's quiet, charming, and hip with lots of dark wood, an amazing floor-to-ceiling wine rack with a sliding ladder (a wine library!) and windows all around letting in a ton of natural light. I loved it. We sat at a high-top near the bar, with very cool and comfortable stools (the one complaint I have is that the stools don't scoot very easily on the floor, so it's hard to get situated properly at the table). Our server was prompt, friendly, and knew her stuff. I ordered a wine flight, husband ordered a beer. Both arrived quickly and the wine flight was beautifully presented. (I'm sure the beer was, too, but I was enamored of the wine flight and not paying attention). In true wine bar fashion, the wines were presented in order, and there was a card with notes. They took the card back when they cleared the table - I would have preferred to keep it. Note to manager - you'd sell more wine that way. There were several I would have purchased. Husband ordered the Cru steak stone-fired pizza. I ordered the cast-iron sea scallops with risotto and golden tomato marinara. Shut the front door - it was SO good!!! The pizza was quite good as well. Our server did wander off for awhile to flirt with the chef, but other than that, service was really good. Battery Atlanta is a sports complex. A nice one, but a sports complex. Cru is an oasis in the middle of the madness. I can't wait to go back. read more

This place was fantastic. Post Braves game. This place was more chill and felt like a good place to hangout with my family. It was not too busy and our server was fantastic! She was very sweet and seemed to be busy. The dessert menu was more hidden, there were some that the server told us about. read more

Visiting the battery for the first time and decided to stop by this pleasant restaurant. It's very intimate and the staff is welcoming as soon as you enter. If you are a connoisseur of wine, it should become your second home. The food is great and I like the fact that even though the kitchen may close Cru stay open later for winos like me. It's a must visit and I will be returning for round 2, 3, 4, and 5. read more

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Ordered a fillet medium rare, came out well done. Just doesn't sound like a hard order in the slightest. read more

Cru - Wine Bars Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Me and my bestie went for a little pre-birthday dinner at The Battery. We'd talked about going to Cru for a long time, but for some reason we hadn't made it yet. We got there late afternoon and sat on the patio. Our server, whose name I didn't catch was great. She hadn't been there long, and she was a blonde. I wish I had caught her name to shout her out. We both had the White Haven Sauvignon Blanc and shared the Premier Cru Charcuterie and the goat cheese beignets. Holy yum. After that, we went to another unnamed place at The Battery. We wished we had just stayed at Cru. Aaaanyways, we ended up back at Cru for more wine. Savannah at the bar was so great. She has such a great personality and she helped us decide on a couple more taste & share plates. We had the lobster and shrimp potstickers and the fritto misto. It was amazing. Chef Shaun knows what he's doing at Cru at the Battery. Pretty sure my counterpart put on her card that she would like to kiss the chef. I wouldn't argue. Also, next time we will just stay at Cru. The quality of both the food and the wine were amazing. I think this may be a monthly girls thing. read more

We had heard reviews from a few skeptics who had warned us against Cru, but we decided to take a chance on it. I am so glad that we did! Our server was very personable and well-versed in the menu. She helped make our one night out a really enjoyable experience! Good service can truly make or break an experience. read more

It's overrated and over priced, just go in for a nice bottle of wine. But all food and restaurants near stadiums are over rated and over priced Flat bread pizzas was decent tasting but limp To demonstrate about the food, who puts on the basil before the Margherita pizza goes in the oven? They do. Its your choice, I should have gone in the stadium and eaten the hot dogs and beer. Service was great and attentive. Ambiance good with an outdoor patio for people watching But ultimately I'll exhaust all my other options at the stadium before going back. read more