HEADLINE: A refined Buckhead lunch that absolutely delivered. Beautiful food, polished service, a great wine list, and an experience that feels special without being stuffy. I'd happily return for lunch with family, a girls' gathering, business lunch, or a date. * Service: Truly top notch, especially if you're lucky enough to have Gordon as your server. He had the perfect balance of attentiveness, charm, and dry wit. The kind of service that elevates an already great meal. * Crab salad: I'm usually not much of a crab person, but this was excellent. Light, fresh, and with just a hint of sweetness from the passion fruit dressing. * Tuna tartare: Excellent. I was worried the sesame might be overpowering, but it was actually just a subtle hint that gave it a lovely Asian-inspired flavor profile. Delicious on the wonton. The knife work was a little clunky, but the taste more than made up for it. * Branzino: Light, perfectly cooked, and paired with a bright fennel salad. Simple and beautifully executed. * Le Croque Monsieur: A must if you're hungrier! Essentially a croque madame with a sunny-side-up egg on top... just wow. And the fries are perfection. * Chocolate mousse: Light and a lovely way to finish the meal. Almost like a little palate cleanser after lunch. * Wine: Great wine list. Naturally, we went with Sancerre because that's my go-to. And then Gordon took the experience to another level... My mom had brought a card for my husband and me that said "Happy Anniversary." We never mentioned it to anyone and kept it tucked away, but Gordon happened to notice it. When dessert arrived, he had chocolate syrup written to say "Happy Anniversary," complete with candle sparklers. We were completely caught off guard. That level of observation and thoughtfulness is what memorable hospitality looks like. I'll also acknowledge that I had some hesitation coming back. I had a reservation here a few years ago and was turned away because I was wearing jeans, which honestly left a pretty bad taste in my mouth. Le Bilboquet is undeniably high-end and clearly makes an effort to curate its atmosphere and clientele, which I can respect, even if that particular experience was disappointing. After giving it another shot, I'm really glad I did. This lunch was lovely from start to finish. I also noticed several guests wearing jeans this time around, so perhaps the dress code has relaxed a bit. Bottom line: Refined, polished, excellent food and genuinely exceptional hospitality. If you've written Le Bilboquet off based on an old experience or some of the negative press over the years, I'd say it's worth giving another shot. I'm glad I did! read more

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Le Bilboquet never disappoints, but this meal was truly outstanding. The atmosphere is quintessential Parisian chic--vibrant, elegant, and bustling--making it such a lovely spot for a relaxed yet upscale lunch or dinner in Buckhead. Every single dish was executed to perfection: Vichyssoise / Chilled Green Soup: Smooth, vibrant, and incredibly refreshing--the perfect light starter with beautifully balanced flavors. Warm Lentil Salad: Perfectly cooked french lentils topped with a poached egg and crisp frisée. Cut open that egg, mix it with the mustardy dressing, and every bite is rich, earthy perfection. Pan-Seared Salmon: Crispy, golden sear on the outside, flawlessly tender and flaky on the inside. Served alongside fresh heirloom cherry tomatoes and tender green and wax beans, it felt light, fresh, and indulgent all at once. The service was impeccable--attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable, and wonderfully welcoming. If you're looking for authentic classic French bistro cuisine with an upscale, lively atmosphere in Atlanta, Le Bilboquet is a top-tier choice. Can't wait to come back! read more

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This is my first visit ever and so glad that we made the reservation, even though it was not full. But we also have an early reservation for dinner. Little trick is that if you decide to use the valet in the little square area, they will validate your parking. However, since it is located in Buckhead Village parking can be a challenge at times, however very cheap at two dollars an hour. This is significantly cheaper to downtown Chicago or any other section of Chicago equivalent to Buckhead Village where it is over $14 an hour on the street parking. Anyhow, let me say that Pedro our server was fantastic. He is so full of personality and courtesy and super patient with us. I've read many reviews to talk about slow service and I have to say it is not slow service. It is simply them telling you that they are not rushing you through a meal that is to be enjoyed in an amazing ambience. And they let you move at your pace, which is fantastic. You can tell by the photos we ordered quite a bit of food and everything was absolutely delicious as there were no leftovers whatsoever My only complaint about the place is first the velvet chairs and benches make it very hard to scoot on in or get off Further, you have to pay for bread service here, which I do not believe in. Considering the prices, the bread, even if it was minimal bread and butter should be complementary. I will definitely be coming back here again, whether there be this location or their other locations in the south or even New York This is a must stop and worth every penny! read more

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My wife and I used to be regulars at Le Bilboquet, going about once a month. We always enjoyed our visits, and the veal with mashed potatoes was one of our favorite dishes. We hadn't been in about a year and a half, so we were really looking forward to returning on Saturday night. Unfortunately, we couldn't have been more disappointed. We had a 6:30 reservation, and the restaurant was not particularly crowded when we arrived. We politely asked the maître d' if we could have a booth. Without even looking up, he initially told us there weren't any available. A moment later, he said he had found one for us. When we were seated, however, there were crumbs all over the bench. That is simply not the level of cleanliness or attention to detail we had come to expect from Le Bilboquet. The service, which used to be one of the highlights of dining there, was also noticeably disappointing. The staff were no longer dressed in the polished uniforms we remembered. The women were wearing pink pants and shirts that looked much more casual and, frankly, somewhat sloppy for a restaurant at this price point. Even the bread service was disappointing. The French bread that was supposed to be served hot arrived cold and stale. They had also added a rye bread, which was not good either. We had to ask for the bread rather than having it brought to us as part of the normal service. These may seem like small details, but at a restaurant of this caliber and price point, the little things matter. Then came the biggest disappointment: the menu had completely changed. We specifically came back looking forward to the veal and mashed potatoes that we had loved so much, only to find that they were no longer on the menu. We also noticed that the floors looked dirty, which added to the overall impression that the restaurant has lost some of the attention to detail and elegance that made it special to us in the past. We understand that restaurants change, and we certainly don't expect everything to remain exactly the same. But Le Bilboquet was once a place where the food, service, atmosphere, and presentation all justified the very high prices. On this visit, none of those things lived up to our previous experiences. Our dinner ended up costing more than $250 after tax and tip, which is a significant amount of money for two people. At that price, we expect exceptional food, service, cleanliness, and atmosphere. Sadly, what used to be one of our favorite Atlanta restaurants was a total disappointment this time. We left feeling that Le Bilboquet is no longer the restaurant we remembered and loved. read more

For what it cost, the food was below average the service was fair. I would not recommend this to anyone

Everything was so delicious! The interior is cute & great for date night, we went on a double date. -We brought our own wine bottle & they open for a corkage fee -We tried both the salmon & tuna tartare (the 4 of us shared) and each was yummy in its own way (different flavors). -We ordered the charcuterie board, yummy as well but definitely better for 2 to share instead of 4 due to portion size. -Main entree for me was the mussels which cane with fries & OMG I will come back JUST for the mussels & fries. The fries are so delicious & the mussels were in a delicious wine sauce. -My man got the mushroom risotto & that too was yummy! -Delicious espresso martinis, we ordered a 2nd round as our dessert haha. -Our server was so great & on top of it. Cannot wait to go back!!! read more

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I came to this restaurant for a dinner with a friend and overall had a great time. The ambience inside was truly impeccable because it felt like you were transported to Paris. My server was amazing and had really great recommendations. The food itself was a bit overpriced for what was given. If you order a side of fries, it's $15 which is extremely ridiculous. However, their signature Cajun chicken dish was a good price for all of the food. read more

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Me and my friends came here for girls night! I have been here before to enjoy drinks on the patio but this was my first time coming for dinner. I ordered the cajun chicken with fries as it seems to be one of their more popular menu items. The sauce that comes with it was so good with the fries! The patio was beautiful as usual and loved sitting outdoors and enjoying the scenery. read more

Le Bilboquet - French Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Pretty average brunch, I got the avocado toast and also tried their florentine. But great outdoor seating! Would come again for the vibes. read more

Le Bilboquet - French Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

First time here at Le Bilboquet Atlanta and had the pleasure enjoying it with some friends. All the dishes were really tasty and refreshing! Beautiful French ambiance with outdoor seating as well. read more

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Came in for lunch and was blown away by the service and food. We ordered the salmon entree the steak frites and the curry. Everything was absolutely phenomenal -- a true masterclass of culinary perfection (especially the mashed potatoes). The restaurant was fairly empty and quiet with some nice background music and the timing on dishes was great however they do not serve entrees all at once so I'd request that if it matters to you. Best food I've had in Atlanta buckhead area other than Yebo beach haus -- it's a toss up. If it's not obvious I highly recommend. Oh and price was extremely reasonable. read more

The outdoors ambiance have always been inviting and the menu french enough that we wanted to try this out after a long time. Unfortunately the food and service were subpar, the prime location deserves much better food for those prices. The tuna tartare did not have any tuna taste with a tiny cracker, the hangar steak was overcooked for a medium rare, and the mussels were tiny, the broth was flavorless. Only the green salad was crispy and good. The service staff seemed very inexperienced, dropped stuff multiple times, missed to bring a bowl for the mussel shells, and spilled the broth all over the table at the end, wine glass had lip marks on it, napkins had stains. $5 for 6 tiny slices of baguette and butter seems so unnecessary. Parking is validated but the staff does not offer to take care of entering the number for you so you have to go inside and ask for it at the host - simple things but overall experience. read more

Cute spot. I imagine it is cuter in summer when you can sit outside but it was decorated for the holidays so white lights everywhere made for nice views. The food was quite good. We met friends and enjoyed our meal. Cocktails: Papier de Avion, White Negroni. The paper airplane was flavorful with a hint of bourbon at the end. I loved it. Appetizers: Tuna and Beef Tartare and Terrine de Pate Foie Gras. My favorite was the Tuna. The pate had a fig jelly that made the dish just right. So much flavor! Entrees: My boyfriend had the Bronzino and said it was wonderful and delicate. The crispy skin was delicious. The creamed spinach and potato's were a fine accompaniment. I had the mussels which came with a side of fries. The broth was excellent. Fries on point. Dessert: we all enjoyed a cappuccino. We shared Les Profiteroles which were filled with ice cream. The chocolate sauce was some of the best I've had. Our friends had the Tarte Tatine. We sat to the left of the door. Music was a bit loud all night. Very oddly, the owner (manager?) turned the music up to a level that was ear shattering and unbearable at 11 pm. We realized they were closing but it seemed there were far better and kinder ways to ask people to move along. read more

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First meal at Le Bilboquet for a Saturday dinner, was mostly good but not great. Service was fine. Escargots starter had a little too much vinegar, and the tuna tartare was ordinary at best. Branzino was just good, and the duck dish was very good. Profiteroles were the star of the show for us. Not sure I would recommend. read more

I was so excited to try out Le Bilboquet. The decor was nice and the menu sounded great. I went for Brunch with my brother and my 7 year old during our visit to Atlanta. The restaurant wasn't full, but when we asked for a table the host just looked us up and down and said " I can sit you in the covered patio area", basically hidden out to the side even though there was plenty of open seating. No one else was seated there and they tried to sit us next to a giant fan less than a foot away from the seat. Guess they didn't like how we looked and wanted to hide us. In hind-site we should have just left. We weren't poorly dressed either. At least not any different than others sitting in the nicer areas. Oh well, guess I won't come here again in my next visit to Atlanta. The food was good but the service took away from the experience. This place is a bit too pretentious for my taste. read more

Came here for restaurant week I've walked by Le Bibloquet (more affectionately called "Le bib") multiple times and have always wanted to try it out. The last time we tried to get in this shirtless man was smoking a cigarette and really partying it up within feet of their outdoor patio area. We saw the Buckhead Village security swoop in to quickly diffuse the party bomb. After being around so much testosterone in a 30 second period, we decided to go to Le colonial instead to escape the wild streets of Buckhead. Now that I got to try it I have to say - it was a night of lurid highs and tenuous lows. Let's start with the best I got the "Summer in Nice" cocktail to start. Wow, what a beautifully complex citrusy explosion of flavor. I'm not really a fan of citrus forward cocktails because it's challenging to balance tartness with sweetness. They did it perfectly here. The expresso martini was silky smooth and rich. I thought they added cardamon because of how subtle the sweet notes were in it. It was not cardamon though - and if I figure it out I will be making these at home daily The Cajun chicken was one of the most flavorful hunks of meat I've put in my mouth. It's downright impossible to flavor chicken this well. The only chicken dish I've had that can hold a candle to this dish was the chicken course from The Modern. The 1 star deduction comes from the tomato gazpacho. I found the whole thing to be horrifyingly one dimensional. I struggled to finish off even a fourth of it. They definitely need to revise the recipe and add in more texture or a greater depth of flavor so it changes slightly as you dig deeper into it. The dessert course was tasty - but nothing to really write home about. Overall - I'm glad I got to try "Le bib" and I will be back to order at least two of those Cajun chicken entrees - which will be eaten sequentially as my appetizer and entree. read more

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On my most recent trip to Le Bilboquet, I noted changes to the menu. First, in terms of cocktails, the selections appeared to be innovative and I enjoyed the couple that I tasted. The dining room is certainly elegant, and outside is wonderful when the weather is good. August in Atlanta, however, doesn't afford that opportunity. In terms of food, the steak tartare, escargot and oysters all pleased our crowd for appetizers. In terms of entrees, the duck confit and the lamb stew were both excellent! The lamb had a mild Indian curry taste without the spice. Service was well done, and the kitchen was accommodating especially with a few members of our party having dietary restrictions. While there are quite a few French restaurants in Atlanta, this one is worth the trip. read more

I highly recommend that you have lunch or dinner at Le Bilboquet. I have been there several times, but on this particular occasion, I brought two friends with me who had never eaten there. The salads are amazing, especially the one with crab in it. We enjoyed the Cajun chicken, the steak frites, and the salmon. I have to tell you that our waiter, Deon, was amazing. Of course he knew everything about the menu and gave us great service, but it was such a joy to meet one of the happiest people I have ever known. The next time I go to this restaurant I will definitely request that our waiter be Deon and no one else. read more

My husband and I went randomly for a lunch date and had an overall pleasant experience! This was both of our first time dining here. The service was quick and the waitress was very informative. We decided on the salmon and chicken. Both were cooked very well! The chicken was phenomenal and seasoned to perfection. We both will for sure dine here again! read more

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French cafe / restaurant at the shops of Buckhead. You can valet, street park or park in the garage. We went for lunch. Sadly I'm not sure what all the hype is about. The service was mediocre. With so many people working you would have thought it would be exceptional. The host was great. We had to send back our water and wine glasses due to them being dirty. There were fruit flies flying around the restaurant and restrooms were dirty. We ordered the jumbo lump crab and avocado cake, each had mixed green salads and I had the seasonal risotto and my husband had the steak frites. His steak was over cooked. The bread they offered was great. Medium to high level noise and not a very private or intimate space. read more

Le Bilboquet - French Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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I was visiting Atlanta and this restaurant was recommended to us! Parking can be hard in downtown Buckhead area- we parked in a garage across from the dog park. This garage they don't validate parking for, but another one they do. The area is really cute with lots of shops. It was a cold winter day, so the patio was closed but the setup outside looked nice! We sat at a corner booth table. Inside the restaurant was nice- it had a european decor. It is also very dimly lit, but wasnt too noisy. Our server was very helpful and checked in on us the perfect amount! The bread and butter to start truly reminds me of Paris! A crusty baguette and a really great salted butter. We started with the shrimp cocktail and whoa were those shrimp jumbo! It came with two sauces- cocktail and comeback- Shrimp was very fresh! I got the Cajun chicken for my entree and the other person got the Branzino. Both were really good! I heard rave reviews about the Cajun chicken so I had to try it! It comes with fries and a small mixed greens salad. The fries were crispy and flavorful! The chicken was seasoned and moist- my favorite part was the sauce that accompanied it! For dessert we got mint tea and creme brulee. Creme Brulee was really good! I would come back, however I do wish the menu was a bit larger! Overall experience- 4.5/5 read more

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Amazing place! And great service from Imani. She was very attentive! Our food was wonderful, and I can't wait to return to try more of the menu. The only off-putting point of the evening was the host/maître d' that looked past me at the host stand to help a group behind me, then attempted to point me across the dining room to my table instead of walking me there. But that experience was short lived, and I can honestly say that everyone else was fabulous. read more

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Been coming here for years and truly a buckhead village staple. 9 years and counting! Cajun chicken is always a safe bet, with a glass of delicious espresso martini. Kevin is the best and always the most hospitable:) read more

Le Bilboquet - Cajun Grilled Chicken with Choice of Side - French Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Very nice patio, under the umbrella, very attentive staff, tasty food, delicious desserts good value

We celebrated my stepsons birthday there is September so it was a special meal. The food, service and ambiance were perfect. I would definitely recommend Le Bilboquet to anyone visiting Atlanta. read more

Definitely reccomend. Food was good but they are missing some key items on their menu like French onion soup. Parking is difficult. You can valet or you can park in the underground self parking lot nearby. We chose to park in the self parking lot but when trying to return to the lot we found that the door to the parking lot entrance was locked and had to go into a different entrance. Street parking is hard to find in this area. read more

Le Bilboquet - Chicken entree - French Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

Came for dinner on a Sunday evening. Sat outside. The service was a bit slower than usual but the food and the ambiance made up for it. I had the duck and the crab appetizer. I also had the peach mocktail. read more

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Great fancy dinner spot! Came here for dinner last night with a friend. It wasn't too crowded but it filled up throughout the evening. They do accept reservations! They also validate parking for the Buckhead village parking deck for up to 2 hours. Just be sure to get your ticket validated at the host stand. We started with some cocktails. We got the tequila cocktail and the gin cocktail. All the drink options were so unique! For an appetizer, we got the tuna tartare. It was good, but I'd try something different next time. We split the Cajun chicken as our entree and were very impressed! Loved the sauce that came with it! So flavorful. Great location in the center of Buckhead village. They have a great outdoor patio as well if you come on a nice day. read more

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So although Le Bilboquet is not authentic French Made cuisine IMO, I did used to like the food. My recent visits have been inconsistent with some being ok, others being not so great and even the most recent lacking taste & flavor. Service wise, I'd say the service is still great. Not as great as before but nothing horrible. Server could come & check to see if customers would like another bottle Wine. Ambiance is still great. I just feel the Chef had to have been changed. The way the food has tasted last few time is unsettling. Definitely doesn't taste as fresh & as delicious as it used too. read more

Came in here for a quick bite and drinks. We sat at the bar and the service was great. Food was good also. read more

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I had such an amazing experience celebrating my mother's birthday at Le Bilboquet! The food was DELICIOUS. From presentation to the complex flavors experienced in each dish, everything was perfection. We had the beef tartare and crab avocado salad to start which were both lively and fresh on the palate. For entrees we enjoyed the squid ink tagliatelle (best calamari evaa), Australian lamb curry, and steak frites. Not only was the food divine but the ambience really transported you to a cute restaurant in Paris offering top tier service from the wait staff. This has probably been one of my favorite restaurant experiences in Buckhead and I look forward to returning! P.S the peach mocktail is amazing read more

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They don't come much worse than this faux- Frenchie operated by people who have probably never been to France, never seen An American in Paris and never heard of Leslie Caron or even Amelie. Their idea of Paris is pommes frites with EVERYTHING including your breakfast omelette while the little sparrow gives us another rendition of Je ne Regret Rien followed by La Vie en Rose. The mostly Hispanic staff are friendly and welcoming but no one speaks a word of French except when they mispronounce or do not understand the numerous French words on a menue that could have been written by Charles Boyer (who?). The ambiance is Take Me to the Casbah by way of downtown Buckhead. A trip but a bad one with Food: 1 out of 10 Service: 5 out of 10 Ambiance 2 out of 10 Won't be back read more

Delicious food and drinks. The patio is gorgeous on a day with good weather and very reminiscent of Paris. The service was great too! The peppercorn sauce and the fries made the steak frites spectacular and the mushroom risotto was spectacular!! read more

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Yesterday was the perfect weather to enjoy a meal on the patio. Food was excellent, service was exceptional and the staff friendly! We started with champagne as we reviewed the menu. This was not my 1st time here but I wanted to try something different. Victoria offered some great recommendations! As we waited on your food, we enjoyed the bread and butter basket. The butter was creamy and perfectly salted. I would purchase the butter to go if that were an option. It's so good. For my main course, I got the mussels which came with fries. The mussels were cooked in a light but flavorful white wine broth. Letting the bread soak up the broth is the perfect way to savor the wonderful flavors of this dish. Ended the evening with the crème brûlée. I'm not normally a fan of crème brûlée but this totally has me reconsidering my choices. The crunch from the caramelized sugar and the notes of vanilla from the custard - chef's kiss! Other items from the menu that I would recommend, the branzino, mashed potatoes and the baker's basket. Valet is available. You can also self-park. If you park in the deck, bring your ticket with you to the restaurant to get it validated (up to 2 hours). read more

Le Bilboquet - Les Moules Marinières - Mussels in white wine broth with fries. - French Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Everything was fantastic!!! They were able to accommodate to make my favorite dessert!!! Erika is the BEST!!!!

Celebrated my birthday. Contemporary French restaurant that is beautifully decorated. The bar area is grandiose. Cocktails were nice with just enough spirits. The food was magnificent. The appetizers of my choice was the crab cake on the avocado was fresh as well at the oyster app. The entree was Duck confit on a bed of asparagus and mushrooms. There was much of a selection for desserts. It was the usual crème brûlée with berries. I had a great experience. read more

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While I didn't make reservations, I was lucky to get a seat as it got very crowded afterwards. It's a classy restaurant so dress up a bit. The servers and waiters were great. I think they could tell I was in a rush and were very accommodating and patient. Shout out to them! I was very grateful. I got the mushroom risotto and escargots and honestly have no complaints. I love mushroom dishes and I only wished there was an entree sized risotto because I would've loved to eat more! I also had the escargot as an appetizer and those 2 dishes alone with some fresh warm bread definitely satisfied me. The next time I'm in Atlanta, I'd love to come back here. read more

Le Bilboquet - Les Escargots de Bourgogne Le Risotto aux Champignons - French Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia

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Met a colleague for lunch on a beautiful fall afternoon. We sat on the cozy patio and enjoyed a delightful meal. Service was impeccable. Chefs kiss - must haves... Le Crabe Avocat et Salade de Fenouil and La Salade De Betteraves Rôties read more

Wow- Allow me to share our experience with you! It was a simple, but elegant lunch in Buckhead Village. We enjoyed a nice bottle of Rose #116, Nicoise Salad, and Cajun Chicken. All items delicious, but the Cajun Chicken was a show stopper with flavor, tender, and succulent. Our server Michelle was amazing and the entire crew as we had a cute romantic little booth by the window. Love this place, the staff, and the entire experience every time that we come! Highly recommend and worth your time!! read more

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Le Bilboquet has one of the best patios in Buckhead! I had their signature cajun chicken which was served with a beurre blanc sauce. The dish was paired with french fries and a side salad. The chicken wasn't memorable, but the beurre blanc sauce absolutely saved the day. It was rich and plentiful. The salad was undressed and the fries were crispy, but unseasoned. The service was fine; not great. Overall, I would return simply for their ambience and environment; however, probably not for their food. read more

Le Bilboquet - Dinner Le Poulet Cajun - French Near Me - Atlanta, Georgia