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Enso Izakaya

4.9 (14 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Jenny H.

Newly opened Japanese izakaya spot! It is such a hidden gem in Avondale Estates. I tried their yakitori and lots of small plates. My personal favorites were the roasted corn tsukemen, chicken wings, pork jowl, and tuna & hamachi sashimi. Will be back again for another date night!

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Nikki M.

Super cute place! I got the Chef's tasting and everything was so delicious, really flavorful and tender cuts of meat. Our server was really nice and informative. Would for sure go again!

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7 months ago

Amazing new Japanese restaurant. We ordered the chef's choice and had an excellent experience. Live jazz music great vibe.

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5 months ago

Amazing! The atmosphere was super cool and everything we got was great! It's such an awesome spot I will definitely be back

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The Little Hippo - Vietnamese fried catfish sandwich

The Little Hippo

4.2(37 reviews)
0.5 mi

Ok, first off this is the cutest little set-up. Tons of parking, some in front and lots in the…read moreback. I suggest parking in the back. It's a walk up window spot with the menu and a bell, when you're ready to order, ring the bell. The service is friendly and succinct. Non invasive and just helpful without asking when needed. The seating area is a mix between covered and uncovered, with a small speaker playing contemporary tunes at a respectable level. There are string lights above, and I can only imagine how beautiful this all looks at night. I'd read a LOT about their fish sandwich. That it is a good size helping. That it has a great light fresh vinegar sauce with thinly sliced carrots and other crunchy veg. The fish tasted fresh fried. And I have to say, this is the Best fish sandwich I have ever tasted. I only am upset I hadn't come much sooner. I will have to return, probably on a monthly basis for that fish sandwich. There are enough pictures out there of the sandwich. But I also had the Thai basil lemonade and it was a nice pairing. Not a waste of time, effort or dough. Just go.

Neighborhood gem tucked away right past the Tudor section of Avondale Estates. I can't believe I…read morehave not reviewed them yet! We bring friends here, and one friend in particular is so obsessed that he was dreaming of their food when he was on a film shoot out of state, and could not wait to get back. You order at the window, and can take it away or eat outside. The place feels like a party when the weather is good. I don't think it is possible to order badly: the owners keep the menu tight, and everything is SO FRESH. When they run out, that's it. (The curried carrot soup will go fast, I've found.) My husband usually gets the vietnamese fried fish sandwich which is delectable with lots of flavor and texture. We rarely eat meat, but I have made an exception to try the Moroccan lamb burger which was worth it. I usually spring for the upgrade to get crispy smashed potatoes instead of chips. And it's worth noting that the drinks are also well above average: I've enjoyed the indulgence of a Bravassi hard Italian soda with my meal on a lazy afternoon, after shopping at the Second Life thrift store. Their drinks are very good, and they serve them up straightaway to savor while you wait for your order to come up. I have not yet ordered a salad but they have an array of excellent / choices, and I know they will not disappoint. I also want to note that although there is not waiter service (which makes it an ideal spot to meet friends) the staff is friendly, and well above average. It's such a great vibe, and a real bonus of living in the area. They also serve breakfast, and I feel confident in their level of quality in recommending them as a stop for anyone.

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NiteOwl Kitchen & Cocktails

NiteOwl Kitchen & Cocktails

3.7(19 reviews)
0.0 mi

Stopped in around 3:30 on a Friday and caught the happy hour special. Tay was our server--super…read morefriendly and helpful, especially since it was our first time. I ordered a Manhattan, which was definitely strong, along with the birria tacos. My friend ordered the brussel sprouts that were delicious. The tacos were decent, but the standout was the great service and music.

Amazing food, service, and venue! I stumbled across Nite Owl when looking for a Taco Tuesday…read morespecial, and I'm so glad I did. It is located in a multi use complex with a variety of businesses including a hair salon and little gym for the kids at play. The common areas featured hamdmade artwork, accessible ramps, and sparkling clean restrooms. Free parking is located on the street surrounding the building. Our wonderful server explained the menu, which consisted of many build your own items, including pizzas and calzones. We were here for the tacos, but after 1 each were were still a bit hungry, so we ordered a 6 piece lemon pepper wing appetizer as well. The tacos were flavorful, but I'm going to be honest here... they were not worth driving across town for. The birria was tasty but the chicken and steak were a bit dry and lacked flavor. The wings were much better though, they were served extra wet and they were juicy and crispy. As mentioned the layout and decor were impressive. The indoor space was cozy with booth and table seating, and a bar at the rear of the restaurant. Did I mention we had our share of margaritas? They were tasty and the fruit flavors were delicious and refreshing. I will definitely return for a weekend gathering on the patio; from their IG they have events with live DJs and theme nights. Patio season is upon us!

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Voss

Voss

4.0(12 reviews)
1.7 mi
Takes reservations
Full bar

First I don't know who the chef was on Sunday The fish and grits were on point the potatoes on…read morepoint. The complimentary mimosas a great way to get people in. The dj the wait staff DG very polite and the vibe and atmosphere and the elegance of the place, I will definitely be back. Mr. Jamal you did your thing

I know I'm a little late with this review--it's been about a week--but I had to share my…read moreexperience. We visited Voss Lounge on Wednesday, April 1, excited for happy hour after seeing their Instagram flyer advertising $5 drinks, small apps, and hookah. Well...that's not exactly what we got. Once we arrived, we were told those $5 specials were actually for Tuesdays--not Wednesdays--and that detail was not clear on Instagram. I was told it was listed on their website, but let's be real...this is 2026--people are checking IG and TikTok, not websites. If you're promoting on social media, it needs to be accurate. We got there around 4:15 PM (happy hour starts at 4), and the place was empty--music wasn't even on yet. My party of four was seated right away, and we ordered drinks, food, and hookah. The lounge itself was beautiful--decked out in red and black with a really nice vibe. I had lemon drops and wings--both were actually really good. No complaints on the food or drink at all. But just know, the wings were not $5 since that special didn't apply that day. Now...the hookah experience? A complete mess. The hookah wasn't $5 either--it was $25 if I recall correctly. The hookah attendant recommended a flavor that was honestly not good at all. When we told her we didn't like it and asked to switch flavors (which we were willing to pay for), she tried to make us purchase a refill instead of simply fixing the issue. We asked to speak to a manager. She went to the back and spoke with someone who I later found out was the owner--but he never came out to address us. That alone didn't sit right with me. Instead, she came back, grabbed the hookah, and walked off. No explanation, no replacement--nothing. It felt like, "We won't charge you, but you're also not getting another one." That whole situation completely turned us off. Now I will give credit where it's due--our waitress was an absolute sweetheart. Friendly, attentive, and she did her best to take care of us. But overall, between the misleading Instagram promotion, the poor hookah experience, and the lack of management presence...this just wasn't it for me. Giving Voss 2/5 for good food, a beautiful space, and a great waitress Everything else? Needs work. Unfortunately, I won't be back!

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Kimball House - Stir fry

Kimball House

4.2(739 reviews)
1.1 mi
$$$

I've been here twice now, and I have loved it both times. I've been able to get a resy week-of for…read moreweekend nights both times I've been, which is so nice. The service has been great, and the waitstaff is super knowledgeable about their drinks and food. It's such a cool vibe inside, but it is very dark. It's kinda hard to see the menu - I wish they put small handheld flashlights on the tables. Multiple tables around us were using iPhone flashlights to see the menu which were so bright. The food is always incredible, and I'm partial to their seafood options. I've had both the snapper and the trout, and they were exceptional. Their cocktail menu is 10/10. Such unique combos of ingredients, but I've never had one I didn't love.

My husband and I celebrated our wedding anniversary here over the past week and we were both…read morepleasantly surprised with the food, service and ambiance of the restaurant! We snagged an early dinner reservation at 5:15 pm and surprisingly, people were already dining and they just got busier as time went on. We were greeted right away by our wonderful server (forgot her name though) and she asked if it was our first time there and if we were celebrating something. We answered yes to both and they actually brought us complimentary champagne, a sparkling non-alcoholic cider for me because I ordered a zero proof drink. Kimball House is known for their amazing bar program, so my husband ordered a Kimball House served with a side of olives and lemon twist on ice, like what?! I ordered a ginger & honey lime fizz to enjoy. For starters, we also enjoyed Hawaiian rolls, green salad and some oysters for my husband. The rolls and salad came out super fast, but there was quite a wait for our drinks and oysters that I didn't think they were going to come out. The rolls are a must-get here - they're huge and the strawberry preserve it was served with was delicious! The salad was actually split in half, which was a super nice touch and was plenty of serving between two people. We loved the dressing - it was nice and fresh. For our entree, I ordered a trout and my husband ordered the duck breast. I was a bit underwhelmed when I saw my plate because I was thinking it would be a plate full of grits, but what was served was the perfect amount because it was quite heavy. The trout by itself was too salty for my taste, but was best eaten with a bite of collards and grits. My husband enjoyed his meal, but wished the duck was cooked a bit more. For dessert, we both enjoyed a Paris Brest. Our server actually put it in twice so we each got one when she meant to only punch in one, but she ended up taking one off from our bill. I was quite shocked that our whole dinner was only around $190, not including tip, which I thought was quite reasonable. We definitely recommend this place for date night or simply for delicious food.

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Kimball House - Duck Breast- crispy and flavorful!! My mouth is starting to water again !!

Duck Breast- crispy and flavorful!! My mouth is starting to water again !!

Kimball House - Oysters: Pickering Pass, Matheson Wavelength, Mant's Landing, and Island Creek

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Roaring Social - Tables and stage

Roaring Social

4.8(25 reviews)
1.3 mi

The atmosphere and drinks were great, but what made our experience spectacular was our bartender,…read moreChirag. My fiancé and I were celebrating our new engagement at ROSO, and Chirag went out of his way to make our night memorable. He was attentive, hilarious, and incredibly kind. A huge, genuine thank you to him for making our experience at ROSO so special. We'll definitely be back :)

So was out this way and stopped in because it always been on my list of things to do. I thoroughly…read moreenjoyed it. Stopped in for a drink or two, but stayed a little bit longer for the music and The vibes. I was there on a weekend night, and it was super chill and had a really good performance situation happening on stage. This one is a little bit weird because you have to do certain things to be able to get in. It's not like it's an escape room situation, but at the same time, it's a little active. Not overly active to where you would be taxed when you get there. But you have to go follow some instructions and once you get in it's all gravy! There's a lot of space for table so you can sit in front of the stage or you can sit in the back or the bar is which is also very pristinely kept. Or their ceas behind that. And there's even a bowl of alley somewhere in the cut. It is a really really good spot. The entertainment was on point. They were playing a lot of hits, lot of old school which I appreciate it. Loved it. The drinks were fired. The bartender had a lot of personality and it was super engaging. Just what you want from Superior customer service. I would 101% go back. It was a lot of fun and a really good vibe. We just happened to walk in off of humbug, but I actually might remember reservations next time. Actually sit in the crowd to enjoy the music. Loved it.

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