I absolutely love this restaurant. They are always so welcoming and the atmosphere is really nice…read more It's great for business meetings or a romantic dinner. Making reservations is really simple via OpenTable. They have Valley parking which cost around eight dollars, but there is also a parking garage where you can pay by the hour. They have a pretty large dining room with an area for more private dining as well and they also have seating at the oyster bar. This is my fourth visit and each visit the food has been really good. For our appetizers we got my favorite the shrimp à la Plancha, but I did notice that the bread that comes with the dish has gotten significantly smaller. For dinner we had the fingerling potatoes, which I was not a fan of. They were pretty hard. I got the red fish for my entrée and we got the collard greens for our vegetable and the greens tasted amazing. My friend ordered the She Crab Soup and Fried Oysters and said they were both delicious. I missed out on the Peach cake (out of season) but they had Apple and I liked it.

The optimist is in Atlanta treasure. There's a beautiful oyster bar when you walk in dimly lit and…read morevery sexy. Our server was very nice and made excellent recommendations. We also enjoyed our cocktails. That old San Juan will put you underneath the table if you're not careful. (imagine an old-fashioned made with two types of rum). You can eat outdoors or in and the sound level isn't too loud all that's great, but the real star is the food. At our table, we had the spicy kale salad, fried oysters she crab soup, and blackened red fish. All of these dishes were expertly prepare prepared... but that black and red fish was a thing of beauty oh my gosh! Ridiculously delicious. If you're having trouble making up your mind, listen to me right now get the freaking blackened red fish, OK?! I almost forgot we also had dessert. Everyone except for me really loved that apple pudding cake. I thought it was just kind of a mess. But ohhhh, the Keylime pie!! A work of art! So very good.

Came due to a referral from a coworker who had come before us. I was sold based on the fact that it…read morewas a farm to table restaurant. If it's local and seasonal, I'm a happy gal! The fried okra to start was AWESOME and the watermelon and feta salad can never go wrong. Miller union is apparently known for their creamy egg app (idk the full name, I forgot) but I was skeptical at first. If you're a texture person, it may not fly. BUT I sometimes am and it was pretty dang good. You mix everything up and eat it on bread. Main-- I had the trout which was SO good. I didn't leave not a bite! The service was awesome and the ambiance was perfect for us to be able to debrief after our first day; aka it was private. Would love to come again!

I came here on a Monday evening with reservations at 5:30. The menu here constantly changes based…read moreoff ingredients and the season. I got a fried okra, charcuterie board, and a risotto. The fried okra was cooked perfectly and had amazing flavor. The main dish had shrimp and some smoked fish in it. Excellent flavor! Risotto was cooked very good. Staff were friendly and it got busy toward 7pm where all the tables were full and the place was packed. Overall a very solid restaurant with good food, it is on the pricy side but is worth it.

Food is great so good Served in a good time of ordering…read more Amazing ambiance Drew Garrard

This is my second time visiting Woodall. I didn't write a review for the first vist. But I can say…read morethe food was delicious. Today our waitress Ms. Crystal was amazing. My cousin brought me in for a birthday brunch. We decided to get a shareable starters and every single dish was amazing. The Charred Okra, the avocado toast, the Gougères, wilted garlic spinach and the Cacio E Pepe was delicious. And that Matcha Cucumber Gimlet was so good and refreshing. I highly recommend everything. Woodall restaurant is so relaxing. Perfect for a date night.

The food was amazing and the perfect burger was the best and the po boy is to die for. And the…read moreservers were very nice and caring. The atmosphere was chill. IT WAS REALLY NEAT AND TASTY

Overall: 4.5/5 The…read moreSouthern Spread 4.2/5 - I liked this more than I thought I would. The seasoned crackers with all of the dips were so good. It was a nice treat for brunch and definitely really unique. I'd order it again for sure. Chicken and Waffles - 4.5/5 - one of my favourite dishes and had to have it while I was in Atlanta! They didn't disappoint and it was really tasty. Would definitely come here again if in Atlanta for brunch. Service - 5/5 - We came back in July 2026 (catching up on reviews) and our waitress, Sydney, was such a delight. She was so sweet, had great, prompt service, and she even tried to get us a peach to try (though they didn't have any left) since we were from out of town and wanted to try. Thank you for the memorable experience. Biscuits - 4.5/5 - So yummy and fresh with butter. Loved it. Atmosphere - 5/5 - it was such a unique place, felt like being in someone's home, but as a restaurant, and really liked it... had a very southern feel.

A breath of fresh air for the neighborhood Walked into The…read moreEmber Room* expecting the usual gastropub vibe and left actually excited about where American food is heading. The space is clean but not sterile: exposed brick, warm wood, and a bar that glows like it wants you to linger. *The food* skips the tired "burgers and mac" checklist. Think short rib agnolotti with smoked corn puree, charred broccolini with miso-garlic butter, and a fried chicken sandwich that somehow stays crisp under a jalapeño honey glaze. Portions are generous without being wasteful, and everything tastes intentional like the kitchen tested it 10 times before it hit the menu. *The cocktails are the real flex.* The menu changes seasonally, but the bar team leans into flavor over gimmicks. I tried the *Oaxacan Old Fashioned* with mezcal, mole bitters, and orange peel that's torched tableside. Smoky, slightly sweet, zero gimmick. My friend went for the *Cucumber Basil Gimlet* and said it tasted like summer in a glass. No sugary syrup bombs here. Bartenders actually explain what's in your drink if you ask, and they're good at steering you if you're unsure. Service hit the sweet spot between attentive and relaxed. Water refills showed up without hovering, and the server knew the menu well enough to call out what's spicy, what's rich, and what's worth splitting. It feels like a place locals will become regulars at, but it's good enough to bring out-of-town friends to. Creative without being precious, tasty without being safe. Sorry I didn't take pictures,

My experience as to my sister was completely different. My Caesar chicken wrap and fries came out…read morenice and hot. However my sisters fries were cold. Our waiter Chris was quick to respond and replace them with fresh ones. I enjoyed my wrap but my sisters felt the strips were over breaded. Took half of mine to go. A huge storm hit the area and they let us wait it out. Then upon request they gave us two trash bags so we could at least stay some what dry.

Definitely keeping this spot on my 'to visit list' when I come to Atlanta. I had great experience…read moreall around. The hostess was very friendly when we checked in. We hand a little wait while our was being prepared. So me and a friend grabbed a Spicy Mexico City at the bar. It was pretty good. The brunch menu has expensive with plenty of options. There something for everything on there. For our starters we had the Okonomiyaki fries, Peruvian chicken gyoza tacos and the watermelon salad. The Okonomiyaki fries were amazing. The reminded of like a bbq fry. Absolutely loved the flavor. The salad and tacos were also great. For our mains we had the spicy miso herb Caesar salad with poke tuna and the spicy tuna "toast". We all loved it. Both dishes were perfectly portioned and full of flavor. I forgot to take photos, but the decor in the restaurant is super cute. There plenty of seating throughout including the bar, the main area and. The patio area. I'm looking forward to coming back

Service is amazing. The manager and hostess Maya was kind from the beginning. My husband and I…read moreoriginally arrived 20 minutes late for our dinner appointment which happened to be 40 minutes before they close but she had such a very good attitude from the beginning! Our server was Robin. He was pleasant and had really good service. He told us to relax and not worry about the restaurant closing. That made us feel better. Maya and Robin told us to come back for brunch so we did. The food during during was amazing. We got the ahi tuna tacos and the edamame and shared the burger and the salad. Everything was colorful and full of flavor. There isn't one item that left us disappointed. For brunch we came back and had the tuna tacos again. My husband loved them so much he ordered them two more times. We also had the bao Benedict and the tuna toast, which came recommended by Maya. All amazing. Also try the fruit salad and the nachos! For drinks we had the cold brew martini and the Caribbean Coffee made by Jess who was also very kind. I told my husband that the good, colorful food combined with the ambience and amazing service made me feel like I was on a vacation. I love this place and have added to one of my favorites. Cheers!

5/26/26 Reservation 1:30pm. I encourage you to make a reservation if going on a weekend! Weekends…read morehave Sat/Sun brunch. This was the midtown location. I always heard the hype about Virgil's and today I had the pleasure of experiencing it! AFTA Church Plate A+ Slammen SAMMEN A+ Shrimp and Gritz A+ Service A++ I so enjoyed my lunch today with friends. I'll definitely go again

I went to Virgil's as a party of 4 for brunch on a Sunday. My food was good and everyone else said…read morethat enjoyed their's as well. I also feel like the prices were appropriate for the portion sizes. That was the only positive thing about our visit. Service was EXTREMELY slow, it took 20 minutes for waters. An even longer wait for food followed by another few minutes for hot sauce and lemon slices. For a restaurant with a 2 hour table/validated parking limit I'd expect faster service. Questions about cross contamination with allergens were met with a blank stare and shoulder shrug. The DJ was great but the music was way too loud and made it hard to hear each other. 20% auto grat is included for all checks over $100 according to the menu, but it should say all parties or something similar as it's determined by what the table spends. This was even more annoying considering the lackluster service we received. He did remove the automatic gratuity from my check, but it was only $10 due to a special so I'm sure that was only accommodated since the tip was $2.

Stayed in Midtown for the weekend and wanted to find a great brunch spot without venturing too far…read more After hearing great things about 5Church, we decided to give it a try, and it definitely lived up to the hype. We visited on a Saturday afternoon and were immediately greeted by a friendly host who seated us quickly. Our server was incredibly kind, attentive, and accommodating, providing excellent service throughout our visit. To start, we ordered the Sushi Tots, PEI Mussels, and Arugula Salad. Each dish was flavorful, fresh, and expertly prepared. For our entrées, we tried the Cacio e Pepe, Chicken and Waffles, 5Church Lamb Burger, and Hanger Steak. Every single dish exceeded expectations. The flavors were on point, the portions were satisfying, and there honestly wasn't a single item we would hesitate to order again. From the welcoming atmosphere and outstanding service to the delicious food, our experience was exceptional from start to finish. I have nothing but positive things to say about 5Church and can't wait to return the next time I'm in the area to explore more of the menu.

I'm leaving this review because the service and overall experience were so disappointing that I…read morefelt it was worth taking the time to share what happened, especially so others know what they may be walking into. I chose 5Church Midtown for a date because I expected it to be a nice, romantic dining experience. Unfortunately, it was anything but that. When we arrived, the restaurant appeared to have plenty of available seating and could not have had more than approximately 20 guests. Despite this, we were seated at the very back of the restaurant next to a curtain. After being seated, we waited about 20 minutes before anyone greeted us. We were eventually told that we had both a waiter and an assistant waiter. The assistant waiter never came to our table, and our waiter, who appeared to only have two other tables, was consistently nowhere to be found. It took another 15 minutes just to order drinks. When the drinks finally arrived, they were extremely sweet and did not taste as though they contained the alcohol they were supposed to have. We did not drink them and sent them back. Our waiter then told us they were out of the particular alcohol needed for the drinks. That immediately raised another question: Why serve us the drinks in the first place if you did not have the alcohol required to make them properly? We ordered different drinks, and unfortunately, those were not right either. This time, they tasted as though someone had simply poured an excessive amount of straight alcohol into them, with very little of the flavor the drinks were supposed to have. Then came the food. We ordered a pasta dish and a chicken dish, and it took approximately 45 minutes for the food to arrive. After waiting that long, the pasta was undercooked, while the chicken was overcooked and extremely dry. Getting our waiter's attention to address the food was another challenge. We finally caught him as he happened to be walking behind the curtain near our table. We explained our concerns, and he eventually brought over the night manager, Mary. Mary apologized for the drinks and initially offered to remove them from the bill. We then explained that the food was also not acceptable. At first, her response was essentially that she could take the drinks off. I finally asked, "Would you eat this?" At that point, the condition of the food, particularly how dry the chicken was, was obvious. What made the situation even more confusing was that we were then told that the waiter had gotten the drink situation wrong. Mary explained that she was also the bar manager and that they DID have the alcohol we had supposedly been told they were out of. She said she did not understand why the drinks had not been made correctly. Ultimately, Mary told us that she would comp the entire check and that we would not have to pay for anything, which I appreciated. However, she still brought us the check to show us what the bill would have been. After everything we had experienced--the long waits, poor service, incorrectly made drinks, undercooked pasta, and dry, overcooked chicken--I honestly did not understand the purpose of showing us how much the meal would have cost. It felt like adding insult to injury. I understand that every restaurant can have an off night. A mistake with a drink or a dish can happen. But this was not one isolated mistake. From the moment we were seated until the moment we left, there were problems with the service, drinks, food, communication, and overall handling of the experience. What was supposed to be a nice date night turned into an extremely disappointing dining experience. Unfortunately, based on what we experienced, I cannot see myself returning to 5Church Midtown.

I had one night in ATL, and this was the dinner spot I had picked. I was disappointed to learn I…read morecouldn't try it--it seemed reservations were required. So I made my way to the hotel where my staff was staying, and we were seated at the restaurant inside. I flipped over the menu and saw "Hartley Kitchen & Cocktails." I was instantly excited. The food was amazing, and the service--along with the sweet tea--felt like a warm "welcome to the South." Next time I'm in ATL for work, this is exactly where I'll be. "I'm only in town for a night..."

I really wanted to rate this place higher, but it left me somewhat disappointed…read more Here are the highlights: The fried lobster bites, mac and cheese, and collard greens were good! Th bites were a smidge over salted, but good nonetheless. The sweet tea definitely did what it was supposed to do. Things that need improvement: The cornbread was served on a bed of honey and drizzled with butter yet it was dry. No doubt reheated. As someone who bakes a beautiful honey butter cornbread, I was unbelievable disappointed, and underwhelmed. Now let's talk service: Absolutely . Train your staff to be attentive. My waitress was sweet, but every time I needed her I had to call someone else to fetch her and she only had two tables. The restaurant was empty otherwise. Hire staff who can regulate their emotions. The bartender was all over the place, cussing, spewing frustrations about another colleague. Then a new bartender came and he was spewing frustrations about the previous bartender. It wasn't appropriate for a place of business.

Beautiful restaurant, great service and delicious appetizers; however the dinner presentation did…read morenot match the advertised menu images images and presentation matter

Sitting at one of the bar top tables was great!…read more That cinnamon roll was SO good. I'm not even a sweets person, but my friend and I split one (the order came with two). It was soft and fluffy, not overly sweet, and the cream cheese frosting also wasn't extra sweet. I don't think I could finish a whole roll by myself, but if dessert is your thing - go for it! I had the short rib and eggs. That short rib was very tender and the bbq sauce wasn't overpowering on top. The eggs were cooked perfectly to my liking, but somehow the biggest star on that plate were the potatoes. The breakfast potatoes were CRISP on the outside and deliciously soft inside. Salted perfectly. I took some of them as leftovers and somehow they were still crisp with a reheat. Highly recommend sitting at the bar, the full service there is great too. Because we were there for weekend brunch, there was a bit of live music. The decor and ambience were very well done.