Atlanta is a hard town to make it in the restaurant business but I am very happy to count Haven as a success. The pinnacle of a small neighborhood place with flair and style. Fresh ingredients, imagination in the kitchen, good wine selection, awesome staff with ambiance and a personal touch felt throughout the experience. Order what you want its all good! read more

Haven Restaurant and Bar - Outstanding - Southern Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Could it be the best brunch spot in the ATL? Hubby and I walked up on a Sunday around 12:30 and were surprised to be able to snag the last table on the patio. It was a perfect October afternoon and it was an absolute delight to sit under the umbrellas and trees at Haven. That's a mega plus to Haven - its one of the only places in Atlanta where you don't sit outside overlooking a road/parking lot. Well, actually you do - but you can't tell because the trees and umbrellas obscure the view, making it seem like you're in a private little park. Its just perfect. I wasn't extremely hungry, so I ordered the beignets and a mimosa. Hubby ordered the biscuits with sausage gravy. My mimosa was perfection and served in a large wine glass, which I thought was a great value for $5. I'm not a mega sweets eater, nor am I very experienced in beignets (I've only had them once before, at Cafe du Monde in NOLA), but I gotta say: these were heavenly. To me, they tasted just like a funnel cake and I was surprised that they came in a massive order of 6. One was definitely enough to satitate my beignet craving! If you come in a group for lunch, definitely order them. Hubby's biscuits with sausage gravy were amazing. The sausage in the gravy was spicy goodness and the gravy had the perfect amounts of pepper and salt. Whoever cooked it up must have southern roots, because it tasted just as good as what I'd make in my own home. YUMMY. Service, as always, was pleasant and prompt. All in all, it made for a delightfully relaxing, low-key Sunday brunch. I will definitely return! Congrats on the 10th anniversary, Haven! read more

Haven Restaurant and Bar - Perfect brunch spot! And hey have beignets!!! - Southern Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

So the foodie has been on a budget and hasn't gotten out much lately. Met a friend for drinks, which turned into dinner, and what a delight. Chef Herman does such a fabulous job at using seasonal and local ingredients. I love when you know that the man in the kitchen is following his passion. Our Bartender Gary was attentive, engaging, and had impecable timing! It started with the Truffled Potato Hay which looks just like a haystack. Followed by a small salad of carrots, beets and feta cheese. My dinner companion had the Cod with Sweet Potato gnocci, and I fell in love with Applewood Smoked Bacon wrapped Georgia Trout. It was stuffed with herbs and rested on a bed of Brussel sprouts and pecans in brown butter. A wonderful layering of flavors and textures. (This is where I kick myself for not taking pictures) read more

Haven Restaurant and Bar - Haven Streetside - Southern Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

I've been to Haven about 4 times for food (vs. just stopping for wine) now over the last few years, so I think I'm ready to give it a review. Of the 4 experiences I would say that two were top notch, and two were so-so on the food. The service and space has been pleasant on every visit. I love the patio here. I think its a great space though I wish it was farther away from the street noise. One thing I think they good benefit from would be adding a bit more bench seating for waiting guests. I didn't notice it until recently, but on a busy night when the bar is full, you'll be standing if you are waiting. As far as food, as with any restaurant with a season menu, the experience has varied. However, on my most recent return... everything ordered across the table was great. Upon arrival we were craving a butchers block. A bit disappointed to see only cheese without meat, the server mentioned that its completely possible to one order from their sister italian restaurant next door. Not only was the meat and cheese plate delicious, but that was a wonderful expansion of the menu we weren't expecting. The whole table had seafood -fish and scallops. Loved across the board. I'll be coming back more frequently now. Thanks for the great visit! read more

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Food was good and yes there was plenty. I was disappointed in their customer service however. I I tried and tried to order the $35 3 course meal and when I finally called, I was told the are not doing on line ordering but to call back about 30 minutes before I wanted to pick it up. I called back before dinner and was then told they are not doing the $35 special even though it was still listed on line. I ordered the same meal anyway just to make it easy and the total came to $140 (without tip). Way more than I expected to pay but realize that it had been my choice to order it. Still, I believe if the restaurant had been more customer service oriented it would have honored the price that was listed. Most businesses would. read more

This place is so great! The food is delicious and the service is wonderful. I would highly recommend this restaurant!

My husband surprised me with a pre Valentines celebration and this was the perfect spot. The staff, and especially our server Lindsey, made this a wonderful experience. Everyone is so nice, courteous, and friendly. The food is deliciously fresh! I had the chicken and sweet potato dumplings and my husband had the seafood platter. We decided to sit outside on their beautiful patio which was the perfect temperature. We will definitely be back! read more

The food was excellent and the service was spot on! We came in a little after 1PM on Sunday and i was prepared to wait a bit because it was the busiest time for Sunday Brunch. We were seated within 20 minutes and the waiter took our orders and served us drinks very quickly. The food came out at a great pace and our entrees came out right as we finished the freshly baked beignets. They were out of the corned beef hash which I was disappointed about but they were very prompt and apologetic about it. Overall I would definitely like to visit again for the dinner options! The restaurant was a bit tight but the tables were well spaced out so you didn't feel too constrained in your seats. The place was also fairly easy to find and get parking around. read more

The meal here was great I truly enjoyed the grouper. It was cooked well and had a spaghetti squash accompaniment. Dessert was awesome. Their Carrot cake was to die for. Not too soft or moist but just right. My friend got the shrimp and grits and absolutely loved it. For dessert she got the apple crisp which was also delicious. My only complaint about this place is the parking. Valet parking is available but since the area is small there could be a wait to drop/pickup your car. Street parking is available off Dresden, but on. Friday night it's a hit or miss. read more

Haven Restaurant and Bar - Florida black grouper w/Shaghetti squash baby kale - Southern Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Good menu options Great food Welcoming atmosphere Community environment Impeccable service Nice wine selection Clean and safety protocols practiced read more

The food has been good in past but service was very disappointing tonight. Upon arriving for our 8:00pm reservation that had been made noting an anniversary celebration, I was told there would be at least a 30 min wait for our party of 2. When a restaurant offers to accept dinner reservations but recognizes that they won't be honored at times because of overbooking or private functions, a simple phone call or text notifying the patron seems reasonable. It's also a good way to retain repeat customers. read more

We came here a month ago and it was fabulous with fabulous service! Tonight was painful. Our server looked like he hated life cause he was rude and didn't check on us and was super unfriendly. I am good at charming so I tried but he was not having us tonight. My dad has a huge heart and always pays it forward (has even been known to send money back to the kitchen to tip them all) and I felt so bad that my dad didn't feel this way tonight. I sent my tuna back cause it was well done (my son's was rare and pink and perfect)... server looked annoyed like I was in the wrong. Then I was given a more rare cooked version of tuna but it was bland as hell. We really don't care to complain unless things are inedible but server didn't seem to notice that even after I sent my food back and got a replacement... I still couldn't eat it. So bland! Gumbo bland too! My dad's burger was well done and bland when he asked for medium. Just not very tasty. But, honestly, if you keep the wine flowing, we are an easy family to please. Our server never asked or checked it we need refills on drinks. He needs to go! He wouldn't allow my daughter to ask for more blue cheese! Like wtf. So over Haven. We will try again in two years. We are nice people that tip large and will not be back for a good long time read more

Stopped in for brunch recently and it was fantastic! Great service and lovely atmosphere. read more

Haven Restaurant and Bar - Seared scallops. - Southern Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I decided to take my boyfriend to Haven for his 24th birthday. Neither of us have tried the restaurant, but after looking through the reviews we decided to give it a shot. We did not have a reservation, but the hostess immediately found us a table (Visited on a Saturday). Our waiter, Michael, immediately came over and greeted us. He gave us a few suggestions and promptly placed our orders. Throughout the service another gentleman kept our glasses filled with water. We never had to ask for a refill. We ordered the parmesan tater tots for an appetizer. The appetizer was decent but it needed to be seasoned a little more, we asked Michael for a something to dip it in and the sauce was amazing. For entrees we ordered the Salmon, Bacon Wrapped Trout, and a side of Broccoli. All items ordered were amazing. Before we left asked to speak to manager, Michael to praise our waiter. We have already planned to go back. Overall the restaurant deserved a A+. This is due to phenomenal hostess, waitress/waiter staff, and the freshness of all menu items. Pitfalls, pricey menu. read more

Best restaurant I have been to for brunch. Atmosphere was amazing, from the decoration of the seating area to the bar. The food selection for brunch was spot on. We had the crab cake, beignets, challah French toast and the frittata. They all hit the spot! read more

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Disappointing is the word that comes to mind. Recently, my husband I had friends in town from Colorado and we wanted to treat them to a great dinner. We have been to Haven a half dozen times in the last year, trying to support our local neighborhood restaurants through COVID. Most of our experiences have been good over the last few months, but on 5/8 we were shocked at the severe drop in level of service. It seemed that the restaurant was short staffed, which meant our waitress was not able to spend nearly as much time with us as during previous visits. My husband ordered the Haven Hog cocktail and had to send it back because there was an ant in the glass. I was not able to order the cocktail I wanted because they were out of the ingredients to make the Garden Party. I tried to order a glass of wine - they were out of that. When we started trying to order food it seemed like they were out of half the items - including bread which was surprising. It became almost a joke that every item we tried to order they didn't have - the menu is not that extensive so being out of a large number of items is a serious issue. Once our waitress took our order we continued ordering drinks and trying to enjoy ourselves. After almost 45 minutes, our waitress came back to the table to let us know the kitchen had lost our ticket so the wait would be even longer. Needless to say when my husband got the check and we had spent almost $400 on dinner and drinks for 4, we were shocked that nothing was comped or that a manager had not come over to speak to us and apologize and try to make it right. We paid and left - we were barely out the door when my husband told me there is no way he will go back after what unfolded. To spend that kind of money after an incredibly lackluster dinner was so frustrating - really expect more from this establishment. read more

A delicious Sunday Brunch spot! Our waitress, Molly, was wonderful... and the food was delicious! We had the Omelette & Breakfast Sammy. The outdoor patio seating is just beautiful. A great way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon. read more

Haven Restaurant and Bar - Southern Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

**FOOD: Entrees were good, Sides were hit and miss **COST (out of 4$): $$ reasonable price for good food. **SERVICE: ok-good service, waitress was friendly but had some missteps, mainly we asked for the wine menu and she had forgotten and then forgot to bring our wine when our entree came. Result was had already finished most of the entree before she finally came with the wine. Would have been nice to have the wine WITH the entree. **DECOR: nice bistro type setting, casual but modern clean feel **RECOMMEND: YES would recommend and would go back when we're in the area again **OUR MEAL: Butter Lettuce Salad (very good especially the specially made bacon ontop); Onion bisque (too salty); Duck Breast (very very good, cooked perfectly medium, asparagus and accompaniments were good); Black Grouper (perfectly cooked with just right crispiness on one side, loved the tast, LOVED the small amount of broth that came with it, felt the potatoes were slightly undercooked, loved the mushrooms that came with it); Mushroom side dish (very very salty and garlicky); Tater tot side (heavy and not as airy as real tatter tots, tasted like fried mash potatoes); Brussel & bacon (good); Banana pudding dessert (yum, just custard and a few nila cookies) read more

Always the best food an ambiance in Brookhaven hands down. They added more outdoor seating which has been great. The waiters are consistently good. Drinks at the bar are always delicious as well. The only funny thing is it seems to be a singles spot for over 40 divorcées. read more

Had a really positive experience for brunch. I was feeling glutinous and decided to go for two entrées. I got the French toast and the shrimp and grits. The shrimp and grits were very flavorful and I love the sausage included with the shrimp. Portion size was pretty small and I never understand why restaurants skimp out on grits since they are the cheapest thing. But my serving of French toast more than made up for the small portion of the shrimp and grits. The bread they use is amazing and grilled just right. We also tried the biscuits and gravy as an appetizer and it did not disappoint. The service was great and they were really nice despite us being an inconvenience. Most of our party was late and arrived after they would have liked to shut down the kitchen but they were very accommodating and continued to provide great service. The ambience was great with a large outdoor area and an indoor area receiving lots of nature light. Best of all the prices were very affordable. read more

Had an amazing meal with my wife tonight at Haven. The appetizers were exceptional and I really enjoyed the truffle hay fries. The chicken shrimp gumbo was surprisingly tasty and the sausage added a hint of spice to the meal. The service was A+++ and the entire staff was friendly and knowledgeable. We finished the night with the cherry crisp and it was perfectly delightful. The atmosphere was also really cozy and hip. I would highly recommend this place and will definitely be returning on our next trip to ATL. read more

Another restaurant w/a decibel level OFF the scale. If you want to talk while having dinner, go somewhere else! Crowded, and noisy, noisy, noisy. Food is very good -- and very expensive. Ditto the wine list-- guess it's the norm for a minimum of $11 per glass but out of my price range. I was taken to dinner by a good friend -- but still... Service very good. However, I can have just as good a meal in a number of other restaurants that are quieter, more pleasant, and more reasonably priced. read more

Tuesday night burgers with a glass of wine great. It's cooked just perfect and awesome with a glass of Malbec. I would argue that the burgers are better than Holeman and Finch. They also have a great Sunday brunch. read more

Haven Restaurant and Bar - Brunch - Southern Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Our "go to" option along with sister restaurant Valenza when staying local to Brookhaven. If you are lucky enough to get a seat at the bar, service is always friendly and spot on. Menu is carefully refined and a nice change from the rest of the mediocre food across the street. A surprisingly good steak and even better Bison filet, which I'm hoping stays on the menu and is not just a special. Would love to see a slightly expanded tequila selection (casa migos, clase azul perhaps), but they do have one or two high end sippers from which to choose. Sunday brunch also best in Brookhaven. read more

I have been to Haven a few times. Located in the heart of Brookhaven on Dresden. Parking can be a little tricky but they also have a valet so no worries. It can get rather busy, so if you plan to dine there, a reservation is definitely recommended. The first time I went it was just at the bar with a friend. The second time I went, it was a casual date with the lady who eventually became my wife. We hung out at the bar and had some appetizers. The bar area is pretty small and gets quite crowded. If you are lucky enough to get a seat at the bar, it certainly helps. The service at the bar is excellent. We found the bartenders to be extremely good. Great service, great drinks, nice gentlemen! Pretty sure the main bartender was Doug. The third time I went, I took my then fiancé for a full dinner. I had the GA brown trout and she had a filet. We also shared a side of grits. The food was top notch. This is clearly a very good chef centric restaurant. In fact, the chef came out and introduced himself at one point and checked on us himself. It has been a while since I have been back because my wife and I love to try as many places as possible. That said, I need to make an effort to get back because this restaurant is a quality dining experience. Definitely give Haven a visit. read more

"What do you get when you cross a Smurf with a cow? Blue cheese!" -- The Smurfs (2011) What an utter disappointment. My Mom and I came here to celebrate my birthday on a Saturday night - reservations made through Open Table, well in advance. While 7:30pm is prime time, I expect a restaurant to be properly staffed when they know the crowds they are going to have. Apparently, not so. The place is nice, dimly lit, but a nice, chill atmosphere. However, because of the exposed brick walls, there is nothing to absorb sound in the place, so when the restaurant is filled to capacity, it is almost deafening inside. Luckily, their music is at a soft level, but with tables too close together, you really do find yourself almost yelling at one another to have a conversation. Our waitress took a while to come to our table after we were seated by the hostess (which was immediate) - but she did not give us her name. I finally asked - Sharon. It took until her second visit to the table to take drink orders. My Mom ordered a scotch and I asked if they had any cider. Sharon said they usually have Crispin and she would check. Unfortunately, no they don't, but how about a Moscow Mule. Okay, these are not interchangeable drinks at all. But I said sure. Once they were delivered, the mule was in a tall glass and was so sweet it was not drinkable. So, not really a mule. Sharon gave us the specials and walked away to let us make decisions. She had at least 3 other tables we knew about (big spender 4-top to my right and 2 tables behind me). She finally returned and we ordered appetizers. Mom was still trying to decide between 2 entrees (Sharon offered no help here), so I asked her to put in the apps and come right back). About 15 minutes later, our apps arrived and we began eating. Still no Sharon. We were halfway through our starters (with waiters rushing past and knocking the menus off the tiny table) when she returned and asked if we wanted to put in our entree orders yet. Sigh. Um, yeah about 30 minutes ago! This gives you an indication of the level of service and how little we saw Sharon. She did apologize each time she came to the table, but that becomes empty after awhile and she was a "chatty Cathy" at the other tables. We were more of a nuisance to her, it seemed. We decided since it was my birthday that we would take home leftover entrees (not eat it all) and opt for desserts. I now regret that decision. I had to flag Sharon to get boxes and dessert menus. She returned the food in bags and delivered the menus...and then crickets. I finally caught the eye of the manager/owner? and shook my head and put my head in my hands. He did come over and asked if we needed anything. I told him we would love to order dessert if we had a server. He took our order. Sharon showed up a couple of minutes later (dessert menus were off the table) and I explained that her boss took our order. After the desserts came out, she came by the table and asked my Mom if she ever got her wine (I ordered a glass to be delivered with her entree). No, Sharon, we didn't. "oh gosh," she said. I told her to make sure it was not on the bill. No return visit from the owner, no apologies, nothing. So let's talk about the food as it was the ONLY saving grace. My mom started with the fried Gulf oysters with lemon grits and was in heaven - they were small and and she raved. I, however, ordered the Mama J's Butter Lettuce salad with candied bacon and creamy blue cheese. So look, you all know I've been classically trained. So certain things probably bug me more than most - whole lettuce leaves? Topped with a whole slice of bacon? I feel like this would be fine had the place setting included more than a glorified butter knife. I really struggled eating this salad. At least crumble or chop the bacon, please? The whole lettuce leaves were a serious struggle - my chefs would have failed me for not tearing the leaves. However, the flavor was delicious - a bit too blue cheesy for me. I don't feel you need a blue cheese dressing and crumbled blue cheese. Entrees: Mom had the bacon wrapped whole trout (more grits) and spiced pecan butter. She was almost silent eating with is a testament. I ordered the Cowboy Ribeye, medium rare, with the sautéed mushrooms. The ribeye was amazingly good and I would have eaten it all had I not wanted to get dessert. The mushrooms need to be rethought, or the menu needs to state that they are spicy/peppery. I love spice, but I didn't want spice that night. So I would have ordered something else as my side or maybe a sauce. Or Sharon could have mentioned it. They were good, just not what I wanted. As for dessert, Mom went with the Banana Pudding (served in a Ball Jar) with homemade Nilla Wafers and was very happy. I opted for the Warm Brownie with salted caramel ice cream and espresso sauce. Out of this world, but big enough to be shared, so half of it came home. Food gets 4 stars, service 1.5. I won't be back. read more

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I feel like I've tried to date Haven a bunch of times over the last four years. We've had a bunch of okay dates, but then it never goes anywhere. It's good on paper: nice looking, interesting menu, and cozy atmosphere. But that's sort of where it stops for me. It had been a year or so since my last trip to Haven, so we decided to mosey down for Sunday brunch the other weekend. We each started with a mimosa ($5? I'll take it!) and settled in. They definitely draw a big church crowd-- the kind of crowd that serves as a constant reminder that you're just a stone's throw away from Buckhead. I had the Dresden Omelette, and eh, I could have made the same thing at home minus the pool of grease. Also, I found it odd that it only came with three thin slices of cantaloupe... bring on the toast or home fries! I noticed that almost every table around us ordered beignets, so they may be worth trying. The noticeably absent service was the biggest turn off for me. It was like our server showed up for work, but forgot that she actually had to do some work. If I'm going to spend $20 on brunch, then I expect someone to at least come by and check on us. I might give Haven another try... in a few years. read more

The best Georgia Trout ! The restaurant is tucked away in Brookhaven. Nice spot for date night ! Valeita read more

I have been back quite a few times since my previous review and even had a good first date here recently, but I generally don't update unless I have materially new information to share, so now I finally do! In the "how cool is that" category, you can order from the ENTIRE Valenza menu (dinner and dessert) when dining at Haven- at least at the bar. This is terrific as the vibe at the two places is completely different as sometimes I feel like enjoying the relaxed, quieter vibe at Valenza and other times, the more animated bar crowd at Haven appeals, but I always adore the food from Valenza (half portion of spaghettini with homemade meatballs please!) As far as what I would be a great improvement at Haven, how about some purse hooks underneath the bar? It is a fairly narrow space, so hanging your handbag on your chair can whittle the available walking space behind other patrons on the bar stools that much more. Finally, the Tuesday night burger and glass of wine special for $15 is the best deal going, especially when the glass of wine can cost that much by itself. Gretchen O. and I were lucky recently to get to enjoy a delicious glass of Iron Horse sparkling wine from Sonoma Valley which is sold for $16 a glass as the accompaniment to our gorgeous Tuesday night burgers. Amazing! read more

When you order a $54 steak off a menu, you expect it to be delicious and cooked to perfection. Not the case with Haven. My friend and I each ordered their most expensive menu item Medium Rare, but unfortunately, they both arrived Medium Well. A pretty big mistake if you ask me, especially for that kind of money. Mine was closer to well done and my buddies was a little closer to Medium. I don't ever send food back, because I have seen what cocky chefs do with food that is returned. My friend, however, did send his back. What unfolded after that was unbelievable! The CHEF came from the kitchen with a miniature light to show my friend that he was wrong on the color of the steak. Our table of 8 was floored that a back of the house employee would come argue with a guest over the temperature of the meat. He said, "I'll get you another if you want but this is Mid Rare." And, my favorite, "It's a pretty common mistake because of the lighting in here but this is Mid Rare." My friend accepted the now cold steak because of the embarrassment of dealing with an over anxious chef being in his face. We then expected at least one of our steaks to be taken off the bill. But no.....instead we got a few free desserts that nobody asked for. When did this become the norm? When you are unhappy with your overpriced meal, the house now brings you a bunch of cheap desserts that nobody wanted or ordered in the first place? Very unhappy with my experience at Haven. This is the 2nd time in less than a year that we chose this restaurant to celebrate an occasion and the 2nd time that a majority of our table has been unhappy with their entrees. Both times involving steak someone in my group has sent theirs back. But to send a back of the house employee to speak with a patron and put the blame on the guest was the last straw for me. Not to mention, the same chef was sitting at the bar later in the evening in full uniform visibly drunk. Not the kind of evening out you are looking for, especially for the amount of money you will spend. I recommend their sister restaurant or going somewhere you know you will get the service and experience you want for the money you are spending. read more

I am a pretty tough reviewer - 4 stars means that in the city you are in that is a top, top restaurant - 5 stars means you were inventive, creative, and the execution from dinner to design to service was flawless. Getting 3 stars from me means - you will find solid service, an intriguing menu and good dining experience. Okay, now to the review. Haven is a savior for the Brookhaven and Chamblee residents who have little fine dining to access without passing onward into Buckhead. Haven excels at fine dining in a relaxed southern style where the post-children crowd can wear jackets and socialize with good friends and show the ladies a fine evening; and it will also welcome the younger professional and desperate couple with new kids for a respite from child rearing. A thoughtful offering of good wines is a nice place to start. Skip the vodka drink that you can get anywhere and explore the different wines by the glass would be my suggestion. I encourage you to request a tasting of any wine that you would like to try. You should quickly be able to find a nice wine in a taste or two. I found that to be a very welcoming point for the evening - the ability to taste a wine prior to buying. A mark of restaurant serious about their attention to wine. When I requested to taste of a white blend - Conundrum - (not a normal choice for me) and the bartender agreed very warmly, I was impressed by this touch of service. I liked the wine and it was well balanced with a touch of sweetness and fruit - a true blend (I had already been drinking whites that night) . I ended up trying 4 wines that evening and purchasing two glasses. I would have purchased more but it was a long day and there needed to be some rest for the wicked. I requested to try the Carmel Creek Pinot and I enjoyed the mix of fruit and earthiness that it offered, my date prefers the smoother, fruitier pinots and was less impressed. I was about to order another round of wines, but we were quickly seated. Anyhow, it was a very straightforward meal for my date and I. She had the roasted Scottish salmon which was fantastic. They cooked it to her request and she loved the mix of fresh tomatoes, pine nut couscous and kalamata olives. It was delicious and if it had been served with warm fresh pita bread...let's put it this way it left me with entree envy. A very good choice. I had jumped at the special - lamb chops - and then the waiter returned to my disappointment to tell me it was sold out. I asked for a recommendation and was directed to the short ribs. Now, this must be a special for the season because it is not normally on the menu. The meat was tender flavorful and so fatty. I am glad that I ordered it because I found out that I do not care for short rib. Too fatty for my liking. I requested spinach instead of the creamed kale (no cream for me). The spinach was cooked perfectly. The accompanying onion rings were delicately fried, however, the batter was too salty for my taste. Now, these are not your normal onion rings. They are not pulled out of a big frozen bag. They are made with love and effort and it shows. I appreciate that effort, but their extra saltiness pushed the overall sodium level of the meal to another level. I made the selection of the short ribs and found that it was not to my taste, but the plate was well presented and served hot. I remembered having the Pork Rib Chop previously and it was deliciously...I would recommend that or the tenderloin. Finally, the wine selections for dinner - the salmon was accompanied by the Steele Pinot Noir that was smooth and full of fruit. A very approachable and delicious wine. I asked the waiter to recommend a cab and he directed me to the R Collection Cabernet Sauvignon. I asked for a full bodied Cab that was not too dry. That is what I got - not super full bodied - but well balanced without being too earthy or heavy on the finish. Passed on desert but in the past, I have tried them and I think the chocolate brownie was delicious. Our waiter was attentive and helpful, the bartender was accommodating and we were seated quickly on a Saturday night without a reservation - I would recommend reservations though. I wish Yelp would let you give half stars too and I would have upgraded them to a 3 1/2 star restaurant. Enjoy and make your reservations with confidence for a very solid neighborhood dining experience. Good luck to Haven and I look forward to returning......order extra lamb for me. read more

Yummy yummy yummy. We came on a Thursday night when an event was going on so the place was packed. I loved the inside. small and intimate, dim lighting, open view of the kitchen and bar, overall kind of like a mini version of a swanky steak house. The food was the best part and why I am giving this place 4 stars. We started with the potato haystack. Ok, I would not recommend this thing unless you were chilling at the bar with friends and were craving an appetizer that would last you a few rounds. In addition to its construction that made consumption challenging, they were annoyingly addictive. I would definitely say the caesar salad is a must! Grilled romaine with cheesy sourdough croutons that had an aftertaste of cheese puffs. They were very nice, as was the dressing. Slightly sweeter than your traditional caesar. My taste buds were so happy after eating this :). I ordered a couple of veggies in lieu of an entree, as I had had a bout of nausea that day and was steering clear of meat. The boy ordered the cod with sweet potato gnocchi. Mmmmmm. The bar was so crowded by the time we left. Definitely a great night time spot. If I lived within walking distance I would certainly be frequenting this place a few nights a week. We also noticed the crowd became significantly younger after 8:00, but there was a good mix of all ages throughout the night. The service was just ok. I think they were abnormally busy because of the event, so I am going to let them off the hook this time. The important thing is that the food tasted good. Free valet parking and they do take reservations. read more

Yum! I am so glad that fellow yelper Justin W. was able to tip me off to this place and its delicious offerings! Haven is one of the few places that I love the decor as much as the food (and it was surprisingly a good thing). It was a smaller venue with complimentary valet parking in the lot adjacent, with exposed brick walls, about 15 tables, a few booths, and an incredibly well stocked bar. My favorite part was the open kitchen - multiple diners were seated where they had a great view of the chefs creating their dishes and plating perfect portions of chops and greens. Walking by it, I definitely scoped out a few things I want to come back and try! The hostess was kind and led our party to a circular booth which was cut into the wall and gave us the perfect view of the entire restaurant. Our server was nice and constantly refilled our drinks, but she didn't seem especially passionate about the menu and was only able to give us vague recommendations. She might have been new or just having an off night. She was able to tell us about their two weekly specials - 50% off select wines on Sunday evenings and specialty burger night on Tuesdays. Specialty burger? I'm there! Judging by the plated food going out, burger night is pretty popular and made up 85% of the dishes coming through the window. Their special offers a Holeman & Finch bun with caramelized onions, butter lettuce, tomato, sharp local cheddar, bacon, and pickles. For $15 you get the burger with a side of fries and your choice of adult beverage - talk about a sweet deal! They offer a list of about 5 wines to choose from or 8 beers. I went with a glass of the Malbec and it didn't disappoint. It complimented the burger perfectly but the other diners I was with said their wine choices worked just as well. It's impressive when a restaurant can perfectly pair items to ensure you have a great experience. Throughout the evening various chefs would check in with us and ensure everything was up to snuff. We decided to split a cheese plate while we waited for our burgers and I was a fan of 3/4 of the offerings. All four were local either to GA or the Southeast and were topped with a cold caramelized apple spread which worked great on the toasted crusty bread. The four choices were goat cheese, blue cheese, sharp cheddar, and a brie. The goat cheese was definitely my favorite - if I could have a huge slab of that on my burger, I'd be in heaven. The rest of their menu is impressive and they offer a great selection in both small bites and main courses. I'm looking forward to coming back on a Sunday to try some more of their specialty dishes and maybe getting a half off bottle of that Malbec! read more

I love Haven. The food is both creative and excellent, and the service is great. What I most love about Haven is the bar. This is a place where you can unwind after a long day in a relaxing (but not dead) environment, strike up a conversation with the bartender and with other patrons, and enjoy classic cocktails done right. Most recently I ordered a Makers Mark Manhattan, thinking I would just grab a quick drink before heading off to meet some friends elsewhere. After looking at the menu, however, I changed my mind and decided to try the lightly-breaded and fried oysters, placed atop some lemon grits, and sitting alongside fried cornichons. Wow... The oysters were huge and tasty, the gherkins were a nice touch, and the grits were spectacular. Definitely looking forward to coming back for another round. read more

Haven is a higher-end restaurant in Brookhaven. It is nicely appointed and has indoor and outdoor seating (weather dependent) with ample spaces between the tables. Reservations are recommended, although there were a few open tables on this particular Saturday evening. Our server was quick to share the specials and that only three scallop specials remained, in case we wanted to place a hold on them. The remainder of the menu was southern oriented. In our group, one had the scallop special, two had the trout special, and one had fried chicken (on recommendation from our server when asked). The meals were both flavorful and plentiful with one or two sides depending on the entree. There is a full service bar with a wide selection of drinks and a few house specials. The drinks were expensive relative to the cost of the entrees which maybe helpful for some to know. This was my second time at Haven and it won't be my last. read more

Not from Atlanta but love the surrounding area. Lots of walking space and plenty of restaurants near by. Restaurant is elegant but not overdone. Maybe cool elegance? Tastefully designed but not too serious. I was there early for dinner so it wasn't crowded. Decent sized bar with two small televisions. At first I was slightly annoyed but then realized it isn't a sports bar and shouldn't be about TV. Hostess was pleasant. Waitress pleasant and not all over you. Quite patient calm and witty (Jessica?). Had Ceasar. They prep it grilled. I wanted traditional and they were happy to deliver it unaltered. It doesn't come with anchovies but you can add them. I did and they were great. Not too much dressing which can destroy a Caesar and turn it into a Big Mac with calories. Very good. They serve bread but I skipped it. Had salmon which is served on a bed of cous cous with sort of a Greek salad on it. Tomatoes, cucumbers, olives and feta. Terrific combo with the salmon which was crispy on the outside but perfectly cooked on the inside. Not a huge piece of fish and that's the way I like it. Don't want too much. Dessert menu was sizable. Had banana pudding in a mason jar. Nicely presented with a powdered sugar dusting and nilla wafers on side which belong dipped in pudding. Excellent. All of this was $50 with tip. This is a great meal, nice decor, good efficient staff in a nice neighborhood. I would definitely go back. If you haven't been check it out. read more

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Went this past Tuesday night for their burger special - first time even though I have lived in Brookhaven for sixteen years. Overall experience was disappointing. Sat at the bar for the meal. Pros: Fall salad was outstanding - all the ingredients cooked and seasoned perfectly. Cons: Service was smug and dismissive. I am not a regular and I get that. But at least speak to me as a full paying patron instead of a the clipped, "get out of my house" tone of the bartender. Maybe it is the normal cliental. Ordered the hamburger medium and it was well done - lots of chewing to swallow. If this will be the level of execution at the Royal then it will fail. read more

Was so looking forward to trying a new restaurant AND enjoying brunch with a dear, old friend. He had been there a couple of years before for brunch and said it was great. I completely trust his opinion so was sure I was in for a treat. Apparently things have change at this restaurant. Server arrived within 5 minutes--good. Took our drink orders even though it wasn't 12:30 yet, in order to get them in before the rush. When I asked him if there was anything besides orange juice to accompany the champagne (can't drink o.j. due to acidity), he was completely flustered as though noone ever orders anything besides mimosas or bloody marys with brunch--bad. We ordered the biscuits & gravy to begin and the beignets for dessert. Then placed our entree orders: he got the steak (ordered medium rare) and eggs and I ordered the crab cake with scrambled eggs (instead of poached egg) on the side with hollandaise on top of the crab cake. Here's where the real disaster began... the server brought the beignets first--huh? He corrected the error and brought out the biscuits and gravy--meh. I've had better at Cracker Barrel. Then our entrees arrived about 20 minutes later. My friend's steak was RARE, bleeding practically. My crab cake was covered with scrambled eggs (instead of on the side as I had ordered) and hollandaise sauce! I would never claim to be a chef but how could anyone working in a kitchen put hollandaise sauce on scrambled eggs??? Just gross! Plus, my friend's steak/eggs came out with sliced potatoes--not hashbrowns as the menu stated. And to top it all off, the beignets were HARD! And even with 4 sugars and creme, my coffee was bitter. This meal was expensive and definitely not worth the cost or time when there are so many better brunches in Atlanta. What a disappointment! Too many things went wrong to be able to blame it on one thing. NEVER AGAIN! read more

I visited Haven last weekend on a whim having heard decent reviews. I did go during yelp eats week, but I didn't care too much for their pre set menu. There were some high and low points to the meal. I started out with their yellow tomato gazpacho. It was really refreshing especially on a humid night out. The flavor was fresh... it had the right amount of acidity and the slight hint of the peppers and cucumber. It was a fantastic start to a meal and set the bar pretty high. My girlfriend had the wedge salad which was just....meh.... too much bleu cheese...that's all you could taste. On to the entrees... I had the salmon with Mediterranean style with couscous and a light salad of cucumbers, yogurt, and tomatoes. It was a simple dish with very clean flavors. I thoroughly enjoyed it. My gf on the other hand ordered a seared duck breast with a cherry and port wine reduction. The best part of the dish was definitely the sauce. It was a slightly sweet sauce with pieces of cherry and not too viscous. The duck was over done though, most of it was dry and mealy. It made it very difficult to chew. The portions were surprisingly large and by the end we were both stuffed. I had no room for dessert, so no review on that end. On a positive note, the server recommended a California Riesling that was intensely sweet which reminded you of peaches and mangoes. Usually I hate overly sweet wines at the beginning of a meal, somehow this one worked. Haven teeters on 3 - 4 stars. I may have to go back for a brunch visit to see where it ends up. Still a solid choice to go to if you're in the Brookhaven area. read more

We had dinner at Haven yesterday (Wednesday) and really enjoyed our experience. We had been there a few times before but it had always been on a weekend when they were really busy. Honestly we had kind of written the place off as "meh" because usually the crazy pace of the weekends resulted in less than stellar food and service. However, this was the best experience for both food and service and it leaves us happy to return. We started off with some really great martinis and the beef tartare. It's topped with a quail egg and is quite delicious even though the creamy mustard sauce is a little potent. We shared two entrees, the lamb saddle and the grouper. Both were cooked perfectly and the sides complimented each dish really nicely. The mushrooms with the potato-leek mash that came with the lamb saddle were so flavorful. The kitchen even split the grouper and served it as a second course prior to the lamb. Yeah, I know, not that big of a deal, but we didn't ask for the meals to be split and we appreciated the small gesture. Our server was attentive and appropriately engaging which I mention because I felt like he really "read" our table and provided the right amount of interaction. He also suggested a really great glass of wine (the Meritage). All in all the experience was really enjoyable and we are looking forward to returning soon. read more