First of all, I wanna say that the service was really good. My friends and I spent quite a bit of time in there chatting well after we finished our food. Our waiter was super nice as well as the ladies that came out with our meals. The steak was really tasty and I would definitely go back again. Ambience was good all around two thumbs up. read more

Excellent Service, but Disappointingly Inconsistent Food Quality I'm traveling to Atlanta for work and have been here for 11 days. During that time, I've chosen to dine at Parker's on Ponce three times, which should tell you how much I enjoyed my initial experiences. Two of my visits were absolutely outstanding. Unfortunately, the third was extremely disappointing when it came to food quality. I want to emphasize that the service has been consistently excellent. The staff has been wonderful, and I have no complaints in that regard. However, at this price point, exceptional food quality should be the standard, not a gamble. When Parker's gets it right, it's fantastic! That's what makes the inconsistency so frustrating. As someone who travels frequently and appreciates a great dining experience, I expect a restaurant of this caliber to deliver consistently. I genuinely wanted this to be my go-to restaurant while visiting Atlanta, but the inconsistency in food quality gives me pause. Great service deserves equally great food. read more

Good ambience and service however the food was bad. Entertained some clients and everything was so so. I ordered the short rib and although the waiter said great choice and I would not need a knife, I did. The meat was extremely tough/tight and it was hard to cut into. So much for no knife required. Mashed potatoes were cold too. Terribly disappointing. read more

This is a home run every time I come to town. The steaks are amazing and the staff will always make sure it is just the way you want them . The ambience is wonderful and I love the live music in the lounge. Highly recommended! read more

We had an amazing experience at Parker's on Ponce! Arielle and Cali were fantastic--friendly, attentive, and made our visit so enjoyable. We felt like family. We stopped in (without a reservation) on a Sunday after leaving another place due to terrible service, and wow, what a difference! The drinks were 5 stars--I had the sangria, and the guys had the blood orange old fashioned, both of which were absolutely delicious. The food was just as impressive! I had the lamb chops with broccoli and loaded mashed potatoes, and everything was cooked to perfection. My friend (who's from up north and very picky about her crabcakes) ordered them and devoured them so fast she didn't even offer us a bite--so you know they were good! Loved the piano! We will definitely be back! read more

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If you're looking for a hidden gem visit this restaurant for a nice family dinner or romantic date night. There is live music and a small piano in the corner near the door. Our waiter Danny was funny and very welcoming. The food was pleasant and scrumptious. I ordered the goat cheese beignet as an appetizer and trout with Spanish rice as an entree. Besides having to sprinkle a little salt and pepper on my entree everything was perfect. I would dine here again. read more

Parker's On Ponce - Trout - Steakhouses Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

All of the above. I'm really late cause I lost my phone n had to wait to buy one even w insurance. Ugh. lol. The food was amazing. Ambiance, was nice n quiet n yet I met a celebrity from the TV Show The Rookie. One of the nicest persons I've ever met. And last but sometimes the most important was the service. I like to joke n converse with people n he was super cool. I even talked to the Mgr/Co-Owner I believe? Told him I was from outta town. I owe the visit to my Sister-Aunt(Dr. Jannifer) who lives in Atlanta n has been just everything you'd want from a human since my mom passed in 2014. I got pics that I thought I'd lost but can't remember the menu items names? Sorry. read more

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We stopped in for one our date night and left very full and happy. Service was outstanding on the last visit. And the food came out quick!! Simply put it a 5-star experience all around! read more

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My daughter brought me here for my birthday. It was a beautiful evening. We sat on the bar side and really enjoyed ourselves. From the moment we walked in, the staff was phenomenal. My steak with the morel mushroom Demi glaze was to die for. One of the best steaks I've ever had. My daughter was delighted with her duck. Topped it off with the most delicious espresso martini and creme brûlée. Will absolutely visit again! read more

The octopus is amazing! The outdoor vibe and indoor ambiance with piano is great for a romantic or family dinner. The food is tasty and the presentation of the food is very appetizing. read more

Parker's On Ponce - Rack of Lamb chops with mashed potatoes and broccoli - Steakhouses Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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Great service, good food nice ambiance. I had the ribeye steak with mashed potatoes. It was tender, juicy and cooked to perfection. Will definitely be back. read more

It's been a long time since we've been to Parker's. This was one of our first date night restaurants and we found ourselves in the Atlanta area for Valentine's Day, and decided to come back. One of the few restaurants that had both a vegan option and wasn't running a special menu. Whole experience was amazing. Roses for the women, and everyone on point to take care of everything you need. Service was perfect. Started with an old fashioned-orange nectar or something-and it was well balanced and delicious. We also split a house salad that was terrific. The dried cherries were a nice touch. I went with the something something chicken. It was baked to perfection and full of flavor. The mashed potatoes were good but nothing special. The brussel sprouts were terrific but obviously a ton of oil and fried for maybe a bit too long. Still wonderful and still full of flavor. I loved the dish. My wife got the grilled tofu which had a delicious Thai chili glaze. I'm so impressed with how good this meal was. I'm sure we'll be back again on a future visit. read more

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A great place to have a great meal while not being pretentious. The pork belly is a must have; it is a thick cut, the way it is meant to be. Our server, Danielle, was wonderful and pleasant. read more

I attended a birthday dinner at Parker's. It was my first visit. I loved the atmosphere and aesthetic. The staff was extremely helpful and genuine. Everyone from the hosts to the runners to the wait staff. Everyone made sure they took time to say hello. The food was amazing. Entering the restaurant for the first time, I did not know what to expect. The food was flavorful and was presented neatly. They also have options for people with dietary restrictions. I cannot wait to go back. read more

Spot on with covering food allergies Steak Wild striped bass Vegan soup was fantastic! read more

Dined on a Weds. evening celebrating a birthday. Our server presented a birthday card which was a nice touch. We both ordered Sangria - unfortunately no flavor to it. How does that happen? Rolls in basket were just meh tastewise and were not warm. We didn't finish them. My husbands (expensive) steak was excellent, as were my lamb chops. The veggies we ordered were just meh, except for the collard greens with bacon and onion. They were quite tasty. Our server Ross was great! The young man was on top of everything. We got our desserts to go. Both of them were exceptional. Husband had the cheesecake with a peach topping, and I had a chocolate mousse type pie. Lovely atmosphere. read more

I ordered my steak medium well and it came out medium. They then brought it back well done. Was super pissed because that I was fasting and looking forward to the meal. read more

Here for a birthday, food was good, not great. Nothing wowed me. I got a surf and turf with fried shrimp and steak. Service was super friendly, and even though we had. Larger party they were pretty timely with bringing everything out accurately. I love the vibe! It feels upscale and is very nice for a date night. read more

Parker's On Ponce - Surf and turf - Steakhouses Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

Good food, excellent service, very nice ambiance! I highly recommend this restaurant for your special occasions. read more

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We were looking for a last minute dinner reservation for Christmas Eve and this placed popped up. Located just across the street from the Square, this restaurant is a quaint but mediocre at best steakhouse. Our party was already seated when my husband and I got there. One of the hostesses walked us to our table where the rest of our party was waiting. Our server was bringing water to our table when we got there. She came back a few minutes later to get our drink orders. I ordered a glass of Tempranillo since I was planning on having steak for dinner. A bread basket was dropped off at our tables served warm with butter. After a 10 minute wait and we slowly started getting my our drink orders, then our server asked if we wanted appetizers. Our table ordered the salmon dip and grilled octopus. Both were pretty good but my favorite was the octopus. It was sliced thin and loved the burnt pieces and paired well with the red pepper sauce it was served with. The salmon dip was pretty good too but thought it was a weird mix as it was served hot but with cold marmalade on top. Our server seemed to be rushing because we barely got into eating our appetizers and she asked if we wanted to put our entrees in. I ordered a chopped salad with no blue cheese with an add on of NY strip cooked medium rare. It did seem like it was a long wait for us to get our entrees. My steak was more medium than medium rare and had tons of raw onions. It was too much and had to put them on the side. The avocado ranch dressing didn't really taste like either avocado or ranch either. The serving was plenty enough as I was full when I get finished with everything. I thought it was a nice touch that the server shone a light on the cooked steaks to check if the temperature was up to our liking. Granted all the steaks our table ordered were a little overcooked, we did not complain and enjoyed our meal anyway. I was the only one still finishing up my dinner when the server asked our table if we wanted dessert. I still had a few bites left on my plate when the dessert menu was brought to our table. It's funny because I felt rushed ordering but the service was pretty slow. Our water glasses were always refilled though, which was nice. For dessert, we ordered a creme brûlée to share and this might be a bit nitpicky but we were given forks instead of spoons. I liked that it wasn't too sweet and the brûlée top added the needed sweetness. Someone in our group also ordered the bread pudding and the one bite I had left a bitter aftertaste in my mouth from the not so rendered down bourbon sauce. The burnt pieces of the pudding itself was good though. At best, this experience gets a 3.5 stars for me. Food is mediocre and service could be better. I'm sure everyone was rushing home for Christmas Eve but I just didn't get the caring service I was looking for especially for dining out on a big holiday. There are certainly other restaurants near here that serve better food. Glad I got to try it since it's been in Decatur forever. read more

Extensive delicious menu. Wine list is extensive and complete. Portions are generous. Delicious read more

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We dined on a Saturday night before a show and the place was busy, but a reservation allowed us to be quickly seated. Ordered drinks from the bar and were also served quickly. Hubs got the short rib - said it was good but not what he expected. Was hoping for great, though portion size was large with a side of mashed potatoes and all the peas one could want. I ordered filet, cooked perfectly as ordered with a side of broccoli. They have you check your steak before leaving to ensure accuracy - always have mixed feelings on this though it was perfectly cooked and delicious. The service was casual yet perfect in approach. Kali was our server and she was spot on with what we needed. Plus, a few others dropped in and it showcased a good teamwork approach. Simple in design, it was a casual steakhouse which was just what we were looking for. Live music helped the ambience without it being too loud to hear each other across the table. read more

The house salad is always so good. I had the ribeye with the blue cheese and bacon loaded baked potato. The ribeye was much better from my last visit but still had a little fat around it. It looked a little burnt but was still pretty good. Baked potato was really good as well. Service is always good as well. read more

The food was delicious and fresh from the local farm. The service was above and beyond top notch. We are blessed to be able to visit and live nearby. The ambiance was spectacular since we decided to sit outside for dinner. My daughter said it is her favorite restaurant! read more

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Honestly I'd rate them a 3.5, but decided to round my rating up to a 4. I'd been wanting to try them out for a while and finally stopped in on a Saturday afternoon. We did not have a reservation and were able to get seated at a high top in the bar area. While waiting for our appetizers, the waitress brought out some rolls. You'd probably find better a your local grocery store. The bread wasn't warm and the piece I got was hard. The calamari was good and was served with a tasty aioli. I also ordered the crab cakes that came with mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables. The crab cakes were a nice size and the entire dish was delicious . My only complaint is that the roasted tomato remoulade was served on top of the crab cakes and I would've preferred it to be on the side. I only drank sweet tea, but their cocktail menu had some creative drinks listed. My fiancé said his NY strip was "fine". He sent it back because it wasn't cooked to his preference, but they got it right the second time around. Overall the service was good, the prices were reasonable and I would like to return to try more dishes. read more

Parker's On Ponce - Crab cakes with mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables - Steakhouses Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

I love the Cream Spinach here. However, it didn't taste as good as it did the last time I ordered it. The spinach could have been cooked a tad bit longer. However, yesterday's experience won't stop me form ordering it again. I tried the salmon and subbed the orzo for sweet potato mash..great decision. My mom ordered the lamb and it was absolutely delicious . Andrew has been my server for my last couple of visits. He was awesome ‼ read more

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Decided to dine here for one of my good friends birthday dinner after the first restaurant that we went to totally tanked. Glad that they decided to come because everything was amazing. Ross our server was on point, the food and drinks were delicious and the ambiance was stellar. Will definitely return for a date night. read more

Parker's On Ponce - Herb Roasted Crystal Valley Chicken - Steakhouses Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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I've been to Parker's On Ponce twice and I love this place. It's like casual upscale if that's a thing. The service and food gives you the upscale feeling but the atmosphere is less stuffy. The first time I visited, I had the calamari as an appetizer and the Big Green Egg Braised Short Rib. Now, to be honest, the calamari is the only dish I haven't been a fan of here. Neither the calamari nor the batter tasted like it was seasoned so it was a little bland for my liking. The short rib, however, was great. Super tender, great flavor and the celery root puree added a nice hint of bitterness to compliment the sweetness of the blackberry demi glaze. On the second visit, I had the ribeye with herb butter and mashed potatoes and a creme brulee for dessert. The steak was tender and flavorful with a really nice char. I could've skipped the herb butter as it didn't add much to the steak and it really didn't need it. The steak was good on its own. The creme brulee was perfect. You'd be surprised how many times I've ordered it at restaurants and the custard wasn't set. I also tried a bite of my friend's green curry risotto that comes with the scallops. I'm not a big fan of scallops in general but I'd take a bowl of that risotto any day. The green curry flavor really comes through and it slaps you in the face with the kick of heat...but in a good way. Both of the servers I had have also been great. read more

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Had the NY strip- ordered it medium rare and it came cooked perfectly. Manhattan from the bar was excellent. Great cocktail menu with a large wine and whiskey selection. The bartender, Houston, was excellent and really knew his stuff. Will be back read more

Parker's On Ponce - Ribeye and broccoli - Steakhouses Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

I haven't been to Parker's in several years, and I have to say it seems they're still keeping it classy, even during lunch service. The owner circulated the entire restaurant, dressed the part, all while maintaining conversation with some of the other patrons, smiling or laughing with each guest. The background jazz music sets the tone for a mellow environment with a certain refined panache. I sat at the bar and my server made sure that I didn't want for anything, always checking to see if I had what I needed. Even the chef came out to ensure that my meal was to satisfaction. Perhaps a very particular diner would have complained about the burger being slightly overcooked, or the fries being an inconsistent mix of crisp and flimsy, but to be frank the service and food didn't warrant an issue. Keep up the good work Team Parker's! read more

Parker's On Ponce - Wagyu burger & fries - Steakhouses Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

Very very MID. Would not return. The food was so underwhelming and service was slow Ordered the halibut special, mashed potatoes tasted like they were boxed. The strawberry salad was terrible. Had 4 little pieces of strawberries and 2 pieces of walnuts. It was a sad salad. read more

I made reservations for a Friday night to celebrate a close friends birthday. I really wanted to try somewhere new that neither one of us had been before. Definitely lucked up when I found this restaurant. We were abt 15 minutes late, but we were seated immediately. We started with the Smoked Salmon Dip and Passion Fruit Palomas. They were both ok. Let's get into to the star of this review; my 16 oz. Ribeye cooked medium and topped Oscar Style. It was delicious. No exaggeration, the best steak I've had in a while. The steak was cooked perfectly and very flavorful. This was my first time trying Oscar Style. It was very creamy and tasty, however I think I would have loved my steak even more without it. I paired my steak with a Loaded Baked Potato. My pescatarian friend decided on the 12 oz. Fried Lobster Tail. It came with Mashed Potatoes and Asparagus. She switched her Asparagus to Spinach instead. She said it was the best Fried Lobster Tail she'd ever had. Lastly, the birthday girl was able to select a nice birthday treat off of the dessert menu. She went with the House Cheesecake. It was your standard NY Style Cheesecake topped with a berry purée. The food was delicious but the service was subpar. Our server seemed a bit dazed and did not check on our table frequently. There was a pianist playing in the background, the lights were dim, and the vibe was very romantic. Can't wait to return for a date night. Overall, 4.5 out of 5. read more

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Ser use was excellent! The food was great and the lemonade was a winner amongst everyone. We decided to come here for a special occasion and they did not disappoint. I will definitely return. read more

Parker's On Ponce - Ribeye* - Steakhouses Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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I enjoyed every bite of this meal! Dinner here was fabulous! The steak was cooked perfect and carried an amazing flavor. The baked smoked salmon dip was delicious as well. At first look, I was a bit unsure of how tasty it would be but I dipped the pita and said "Oh my!" It was good! The sides were good as well. The truffle Mac and cheese was delicious. I don't even eat okra and the flash fried okra was delicious. To be honest, all I can say is everything was delicious. The cocktails were made well which was great. Customer service was great. I mean truly an overall amazingly delicious dinner. read more

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Nice restaurant ambiance and the service I received was mediocre. The waiter didn't seem too enthused to be there. The chicken I purchased was very salty but the fries were good. read more

This steakhouse is delicious and in pretty sure it's local. They have a variety of fun mixed drinks, local beers and a variety of wines at different price ranges. We made a reservation through Resy and were seated promptly when we arrived five minutes early. Our server David was very friendly and attentive - the manager also made an appearance to check on our food and service. We ordered the crab cakes, the 32oz porterhouse with a lobster Oscar topping. Since it's big enough for two to share, and advertised as such, the dish also comes with two sides instead of one. Thus, we had the mashed potatoes and truffle Mac (for a $6 up charge). Everything was delicious and our steak was cooked perfectly to M temp. I checked in on the Yelp app and received a 50% off coupon for any appetizer or dessert. With this taken into account, our bill totaled $114 - which our table deemed reasonable given the service, ambiance, and food. read more

Parker's On Ponce - Porterhouse w/ Lobster Oscar - Steakhouses Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

I visited this establishment on a Sunday evening. The staff is very friendly and attentive. Food came out fairly quick. I absolutely loved every morsel of this meal and I will definitely be back because what more could a girl want?! Perfection! read more

Parker's On Ponce - 10 oz Filet Mignon with Crab Oscar* - Steakhouses Near Me - Decatur, Georgia

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Husband and I went here yesterday for a date night because we wanted to try somewhere new. We really enjoyed the whole experience and ambiance. Our drinks, appetizer, and main course were amazing and very flavorful. Definitely recommend the rack of lamb chops - so tender and delicious. Our waiter was great - even came by to let us know the kitchen was backed up and how long our wait would be. To be honest we didn't even notice there had been any long gap in time because we were enjoying chatting and having our drinks. The only thing we did not care for was the dessert. The desserts were pretty meh and so-so with flavor. My husband had a cheesecake and it was okay (looked amazing but flavor was not there), but I was really let down by the beignets. The round balls tasted like nothing but oil, no sweetness at all and the inside goat cheese (which I normally like) was too strong/too much. Almost tasted like a savory dish. On top it looked like a whole jar of strawberry preserves had been dumped on to drown them in but even that didn't have much of a sweetness. If we go back we will skip the dessert, but definitely enjoy everything else. read more

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Aunt Toamasina and T.I. This place is well worn and serves up the classics like my Aunt Toamasina. Nothing fancy, but you know you're always going to get a well cooked meal. And you'll get the same thing every year and you know she ain't going to try something new. Yeah she could use an update on the furniture and remove the plastic from the sofa, but like this place you've gone so many times you don't notice anymore or care. I really wish they would take down that huge brick wall with the little tiny fireplace and the wall next to it and open and jazz up this joint. Not like the McMansions their building in Decatur, but an old brick ranch that's remodeled with walls taken down and remodeled for the 2024 and beyond. These 4 separate dining areas make it seem not crowded like tonight (see photos). Which makes me think of T.I.'s song "where they at" cause there were only 2 seatings in this area. Just seemed weird, not uncomfortable just unusual. I'm not a huge steak person which is why we don't eat here often. I have one steak a year so that's about all we come. Congrats on 15 years. See ya next year. read more

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This was an awesome.experience. We appreciated the hostess, the person who seqted us, and the server acknowledging our anniversary. That was a nice touch. Each dish was well prepared and served hot. My steak was cooked to the requested temp. I opted for fries and they didn't disappoint. The trout wqa equally tasty. The octopus was not overcooked and was presented nicely. Our cocktails were made with satisfying pours. No doubt we will be back. read more

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