My husband and I have a ritual where we visit different coffee shops on the weekend. Well, we were…read morein the Chamblee area and found Side Car via Yelp. It's a cute little coffee shop inside what seems like a mini food hall. Very dope vibes. Both my husband and I had flavored lattes (can't remember the names) and he ordered a pastry. Everything was great! The breakfast sandwiches smelled divine...I definitely want to try next time.

Me and my wife stopped by Sidecar Coffee on my birthday not too long ago. We were exploring DT…read moreChamblee and realized there was a coffee shop inside Chamblee Tap & Market. They had some seasonal drinks for February. I got a strawberry matcha drink and my wife got an iced coffee. My matcha was really good! I don't normally like matcha, but when combined with strawberry, I LOVE it. The drinks are averagely priced, and they have a good selection of different drinks. The staff were really friendly and answered the few questions we had about some of the drinks. There is plenty of seating inside, but we ended up sitting outside because the weather was really nice! Sidecar is located inside's Chamblee Tap & Market. There are a few parking spots next to the market, which is where I parked. We look forward to stopping by again in the near future!

Great seafood and service!…read more Let's get into it! Location and Parking Located in Chamblee, there is plenty of free parking available as it is in a shopping center. I saw previous reviews mentioning that parking was a challenge, however I visited on a weekday so I didn't have that issue. Venue and Atmosphere The interior is sleek yet casual, with plenty of sunlight from floor to ceiling windows. Feel free to browse the selection of fresh seafood as you enter. Food and drinks I visited with friends and we shared several appetizers: oxtail gumbo, salmon bites, grilled oysters. They were all delicious and flavorful. Service Service was friendly, prompt, and efficient Verdict I'll be back!

Wow--let's talk about this dining experience…read more The oxtail gumbo? My first time trying it, and definitely not my last. Every bite was rich, comforting, and fully satisfying. Then came the salmon bites on wonton--crispy, flavorful, and such a perfect balance of texture. For the entrée, the pasta with salmon was not only delicious but a generous portion that didn't miss. And for something sweet... the bread pudding? So moist, topped with ice cream and Oreos--it was giving indulgence in the best way. But what really sealed the night for me was the coffee pairing. It took the show and brought everything together beautifully. I also loved the range of the menu--there's something for every craving. The service was excellent, and the food presentation matched the quality. Honestly had me thinking, what took me so long to dine here? Especially since I'm in this area often. Bonus: patio seating for outdoor season, plus easy access with self-parking, valet, or a parking deck.

Holy cow - this food is amazing! My wife and I shared the pork belly, sous vide egg, the steelhead…read moretrout, the spicy black ink bucatini, and the pineapple bread pudding. Everything was outstanding, especially the egg. No wonder this is Michelin recommended! We then met chef Jared and he is amazing. The care and craft he puts in to his food makes sense hearing his stories, especially that he serves the art community with specialized food to match the art on display; what a cool concept! He even assisted us in buying a piece on display from a local artist. As yes, they have local art up on display - a great idea for a restaurant! Note for parking: use the valet. It's insane otherwise!

Really enjoyed The Alden!! Service was very kind and friendly but slow at times on a Saturday night…read morewhich was understandable. At first there was a mix up with who was serving us do we got explained the drink menu twice. After our appetizer, we waited about 30-40 minutes for the rest of our items which took longer than we thought. They did give us some house made popcorn to keep us busy. Jahjoy pork belly: Tasty & tendor. I loved the papaya salad which left a refreshing contrast. A bit too saucy for me. Flavors were strong. Squid ink bucatini: our favorite! Must get dish - bucatini is perfectly al dente & the spicy sauce was very flavorful. Jumbo shrimp was delicious, and the anchovy on top left a nice strong flavor. Red snapper: This has some Vietnamese influences with the sauce. It was a lighter dish which was just OK for me, I would have liked the fish to have a crispier skin. Not much flavor besides the sauce which is inspired by canh chua. Wagyu flank steak: cooked to perfection and flavored well, loved the celery puree which was much tastier than we expected celery to be. Dessert was mint chocolate cake which was very tasty. I wish the cake was softer and meltier in the center but it was still good. Malt gelato was delicious. Could def taste the mintiness. Creme pat along the edges was a nice add to the cake with cacao nibs and popcorn for a textural contrast. I enjoyed it!! Overall we had a great meal and could tell the ingredients were very fresh. The presentation for all the dishes was beautiful!! We can tell the chef puts care in his food :) Appreciated the personal touch - they gave a handwritten card to my husband for his birthday!

The bluetop margarita was great. I don't recommend more than two as they make a strong drink. Had…read morethe chicken sandwich with homemade chips. Sandwich had a nice sized piece of chicken fried with sauce and lettuce and tomato. How are the chips were not my favorite and I did not eat them. They needed some seasoning or something. The wings were my favorite, had a little crispiness to them and super flavorful. This was our first time and we would return.

4.5 - Bluetop is one of my favorite restaurants in the Chamblee/Dunwoody area. Come here for…read moreseasonal housecrafted cocktails, indoor/outdoor seating, ZenTea iced tea, the Yum Yum Cauliflower, Salmon BLT, house burger, shrimp burger, Sloppy Joe with poblanos, and house potato chips. I'd skip the salad, looks fresh but doesn't ring my bell flavorwise. Food hits the table within minutes of ordering, servers are chill and kind, and you can settle when you order or run a tab. Every now and then there can be a line 4-deep to order, but it moves fast. Great place for all ages, but love coming here without the kids - plus live music on weekends, sometimes featuring originals and lead-singing by staff.

Great outdoor patio seating on a beautiful Saturday late afternoon really elevated the experience…read more The service was good and the food wasn't bad either. I ordered the Chamblee hot chicken, which I enjoyed and my companions both had the burger with fries. As I mentioned earlier, the day was warm and beautiful, so the vibe on the patio really made the dining experience enjoyable (the tasty food also helped). I would definitely recommend this restaurant.

I've ben here a handful of times. I like this place, it is not bad. It's fine, nothing wrong with…read moreit but nothing exceptional. It looks cool, has a cool ambiance and good music. The service is pretty good. The food, in my opinion is hit or miss depending on the day. The mat time had the fried green tomatoes as an appetizer and that pretty much sums up the place at this point - the tomatoes aren't great, the breading was thick and hard. Way too much of the way too sweet salsa.

It seems that Family Baking merged with Rolls Village as the entrance was the same for both. They…read morehave very delicious Asian buns and also have vegan options too. The rolls are priced around $2.50 each and were soft and fresh. I went with the red bean bun and taro bun. Both were buttery and delicious, although they could use a little more filling. The store is small so there is more limited options compared to the larger bakeries, but I love supporting a smaller business and they still have a nice variety.

One of my friends recommended this spot, and I really didn't know what to expect--but she hyped it…read moreup, it wasn't far, and I figured why not? I'm so glad I gave it a shot. For $26, I got a ton of food and 90% of it was absolutely delectable. And I say that with an 8-year-old in tow who enjoyed it too! Let's start with the never again item: the Flossy Bun. It's a popular Chinese pastry made with soft, sweet bread filled and topped with sweet and savory pork floss... allegedly. There weren't any descriptions, so I looked it up online. But let me tell you--no. Just no. I don't get how it's popular. Definitely a cultural preference, and it's not for me. I even paused mid-bite hoping I'd grow into the flavor. Nope. Then there was the Coffee Butter Cream Pastry. I thought at the very least my fiancée would like it since she enjoys coffee flavors. That was another miss. I even gave some to two little ones, and the faces they made reminded me of the time I tried canned octopus. That's how bad the flavor was. But now to the good stuff--because the rest? Fire. BBQ Pork Bun - Yummy! Not packed with meat, but enough to enjoy and super easy to pull apart. I really wish they offered a heated option for this, because that would've put it over the top. Japanese Milk Cream Bun - Super creamy. I do wish it had just a little more cream inside, but the bread was so soft and delicious, I honestly didn't care. Hot Dog Cheese Bun - I got this for the little one and I've never seen a child eat something so fast. I'm taking that as a solid win. Egg Tart - Grabbed this from the front warmer after watching another customer snag one. I had missed it earlier. Not totally my thing on its own, but when I got home and added a little chili paste? Devoured. Hong Kong Boba Milk Tea - I went with this instead of the brown sugar version and kind of regret it, but it wasn't bad at all. All in all, the prices are great, the flavors were mostly on point, and the man at the register was super friendly and open to answering questions. Yeah--I'm sold. Looking forward to coming back!

In love with the Brussel sprouts and cocktails are great! Will definitely be my new go to spot.read more

Located in Ashford Lane among a strong lineup of dining spots, Culinary Dropout is a British-style…read moregastropub with great ambiance, a full bar, solid service, and really good food. It's also a great place to hang out with friends, especially with the plaza right outside offering plenty of food, dessert, and drink options. There's tons of outdoor seating, which makes it perfect for cooler weather and an easy date spot. Service was friendly, and while there was a bit of a wait for the main entrees, the charcuterie board held us over. We ordered the Caesar salad, feta tahini dip, steak frites, and spicy rigatoni. The dip was good but leaned a bit sweet for my taste. The Caesar salad was solid and straightforward. The steak frites was well-seasoned and nicely balanced with the arugula. The spicy rigatoni was creamy and rich, but I didn't get much heat and had to ask for extra chili powder to bring out any spice. Overall, a great spot and definitely worth a visit.

I've had a few things from here. The shrimp and grits which is second in my life to only the shrimp…read moreand grits I've had in New Orleans. I don't typically like grits but the lady that owns and runs this shop can cook with the best of them. I've also had the quinoa breakfast bowl which was more like a breakfast salad. Still tasty but not what I was expecting. The people that work at the store are always extremely nice and helpful if you're not sure and my friends who like coffee speak very highly about the quality of the coffee here. Lastly I enjoy the area that they have in the lobby of the globe hub building and there's a lot of outdoor seating where you can watch airplanes taxiing in and out and just enjoy having a cup of coffee or breakfast outside.

My partner and I had such a calm and amazing evening visiting this bar/ market area. They had great…read morelive music, the bbq was delicious, and the servers were kind. They are still adding small businesses inside, but that didn't take away from what is already available. If we visit the area again, I look forward to returning.

This place has quickly become one of our go-to spots--whether it's just me and my husband or we're…read moremeeting up with friends. We love grabbing drinks here, playing games from their huge selection, or catching a game on one of their TVs. It's extremely family-friendly--you'll see plenty of parents with babies and kids--but it's also a great hangout for singles and groups, with a crowd that ranges from 20s to 50s. They offer a vast selection of beer, IPAs, and sours on tap, plus a solid handful of wine options. There's also a refrigerated section on the right with canned drinks, including hemp, CBD, and THC-infused options, and even kombucha for those skipping alcohol. We've been coming since they opened, and it's been fun to watch the concept evolve. Most recently, a barbecue spot opened inside, and it looks like more food options are coming--think food hall vibes off to the right. There's also a cute coffee shop that opened in the same building. Bonus PSA: Chamblee has an open container law, so you can walk around with your drink and bop to other nearby spots with ease. Love that

We were in search of a breakfast place with a patio and unique food concoctions.... Not your…read moreaverage 2 eggs & a meat spot. Snooze did not disappoint. Hardly any patrons at 9 am on a Sunday. Lovely spot on the patio, buffered by ornamental trees. The menu had so many delightful options it was so hard to decide. I lean towards Hispanic flavors on the mornings after big nights out. I often look for some form of a huevos rancheros.... Sort of my measure of the merits of a breakfast joint. Although not a direct hit, the Chile Verde Benedict was definitely in the ballpark. The sauce was light and flavorful, and interesting how they do the tortilla stack to give the bulk of a eng muffin. I upgraded the side of potatoes for their supreme grits. Wow. No northerner that doesn't 'get grits' would deny these cheesy gooey savory mix of ground corn. Hubby got the Smashed Avocado Benny and loved it. Even the hash browns are fancy in their cylinder form. Service was friendly and prompt and did not mind all my questions and indecision...she got it...she loved the menu options and the joy the food brought. Next time coming in after noon to get the bubbles. By the time we left a line had started to form for groups of 4 or more.

So if you want a decent brunch or lunch, this is a really good option. They only stop in until…read moreafter lunch so you won't be able to do something on the back half of the day so just keep that in mind. This one has free parking, it's near perimeter Mall so if you are out and about in the morning, this will not be a terrible option for you whatsoever. They have a nice amount of seating and they have a bar to sit at as well. The bar does have a fairly decently stocked liquor selection so you can get generally what you're looking for. They do have specialty cocktails and specialty drinks so if you don't know what you want, you can look at that as well and get an idea. The last time I went I sat at the bar and had some good conversation with the bartender, I really wish I remembered her name. The customer service was really good. I went for lunch, and it wasn't too crowded at all. The food took a little longer than I thought it should, but I mean if they're making it fresh and hot back in the kitchen, I can let that go. Food was good so I definitely gave it a pass. Habanero pork belly fried rice - I've had this a couple of times and it's actually really good. I don't really like the pineapples in a soul. I would typically get that taken out, it is very filling and flavorful. I'm not sure what sauce they have on there, I don't recall, but it was good. And if you like pork, belly and rice, this is a great selection. Now. Don't make it seem like if you get this you're going to burn your mouth because this is not that kind of dish whatsoever. It is not spicy to me, but it does have a very flavorful bite to it. Denver omelet - The different outfit was good, it was an omelette though. It wasn't something out of pocket or earthshaking, but it was a really good omelette and had plenty of filling. Corned beef hash - The corned beef hash was good, it came on top of some hash browns. I got mine with some sunny side up eggs and some wheat toast and it was pretty good. I got this for a carryout one day and I have no complaints. Hash browns - so on most meal selections you can get a side, I've gotten bacon, I've gotten grits come. I've gotten hash browns, everything has been pretty good. The hash browns were shaped and fairly crispy and flaky on the outside but very tender on the inside. Grits - the grits were good. Nothing to write home about but they were pretty standard grits then they were fairly creamy. They still need a little bit of doctoring up but that's not terrible at all. Overall, I like this spot for lunch, it's not too far from me so I can stop in and eat in comfort. If you're in the area, this will not be a bad option, I would definitely suggest it.